Promises not kept: The betrayal of social change in the Third World (Kumarian Press library of management for development)

Business & Money

Isbister, John

Economics

Kumarian Press

In the fifth edition of this widely adopted text, John Isbister brings the dilemmas of international poverty and the Third World into the 21st century. Besides including the most current information, data and discussion of political change around the world, Promises Not Kept now highlights the divergent paths chosen by different developing regions — some embracing modern technology and institutions, while others seek different paths.

Promises Not Kept: The Betrayal of Social Change in the Third World (Kumarian Press Library of Management for Development)

The Immigration Debate: Remaking America (Kumarian Press Books for a World That Works)

*Examines the past and current arguments both for and against immigration *Topics include: the US history of immigration, the structure of current immigration policies and laws, and the demographic impact of immigration on population growth In another breakthrough book, Isbister provides readers with the historical facts and current issues of immigration, allowing the reader to navigate this complex debate. The author analyzes the short and long-term economic, ethical, social and environmental effects of immigration in America.

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Attempts to debunk some of the myths surrounding immigrants and their place in the work force, arguing that their advantage lies in their work ethic

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Capitalism and Justice: Envisioning Social and Economic Fairness

* Challenges readers to think creatively about the meaning of justice and how it can work towards social and economic fairness within the boundaries of capitalism. * A provocative and thoughtful call to action * Ideal for students of political science, economics, ethics, international relations and public policy The capitalist economic system now dominates the world, but how fully does it take justice into account? John Isbister takes a practical approach to some of the most important questions about economic and social justice: How does a vast disparity of incomes from rich to poor correlate to social justice? Should inheritances be abolished? What commitment should a rich country like the United States make to foreign aid?

* Updates include discussion of major initiatives such as the Millennial Development Goals, (MDG) to eliminate global poverty * Examines changes in international politics and approaches to global terrorism following the US-led military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq * Extensively revised facts and figures The seventh edition of this perennial stalwart of the Kumarian Press list continues the discussion of the “new American hegemony” and the “war on terror” that began with the previous edition. In particular, Isbister addresses changes in international politics and the impact on the global order of the US-led military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. The author also focuses on major initiatives, such as the UN’s Millennium Development Goals, to confront the issue of world poverty. As with all editions of this vibrant text, Isbister writes with clarity and passion, not only about failed promises, but about hope, human potential, and the belief that a just and equitable world system is attainable.

Promises Not Kept: Poverty and The Betrayal of Third World Development

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Promises not kept: The betrayal of social change in the Third World (Kumarian Press library of management for development)

Promises Not Kept: The Betrayal of Social Change in the Third World (Kumarian Press Library of Management for Development)

The Immigration Debate: Remaking America (Kumarian Press Books for a World That Works)

The Immigration Debate: Remaking America (Kumarian Press Books for a World That Works)

Capitalism and Justice: Envisioning Social and Economic Fairness

Capitalism and Justice: Envisioning Social and Economic Fairness

Promises Not Kept: Poverty and The Betrayal of Third World Development