Michael P. Todaro, New York University, Stephen C. Smith, the George Washington University.
EDITION STATEMENT
Edition Statement
Twelfth edition.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item
xxvii, 860 pages :
Other Physical Details
illustrations ;
Dimensions
26 cm.
SERIES
Series Title
Pearson series in economics
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
Text of Note
Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
CONTENTS NOTE
Text of Note
Principles and concepts -- Introducing economic development : a global perspective -- Comparative economic development -- Classic theories of economic growth and development -- Contemporary models of development and underdevelopment -- Problems and policies : domestic -- Poverty, inequality, and development -- Population growth and economic development : causes, consequences, and controversies -- Urbanization and rural-urban migration : theory and policy -- Human capital : education and health in economic development -- Agricultural transformation and rural development -- The environment and development -- Development policymaking and the roles of market, state, and civil society -- Problems and policies : international and macro -- International trade theory and development strategy -- Balance of payments, debt, financial crises, and stabilization policies -- Foreign finance, investment, aid, and conflict: controversies and opportunities -- Finance and fiscal policy for development.