Chambers, Robert

Provocations for Development

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ISBN 13:: 9781853397332
author:: Chambers, Robert
format:: Paperback
publisher:: PRACTICAL ACTION
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2012
Pages:: 240
Dimensions:: 15.75 x 2.03 x 23.37 centimetres
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Third World Development,
Condition:: New
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Provocations for Development challenges concepts and practices in development, examining vocabularies, poverty, participation, aid, and values. Robert Chambers' accessible writings offer a critical look at the evolution of ideas and institutions, including the World Bank.

The book is organized into four sections, each tackling a different aspect of development: Word Play explores the power of language, Poverty and Participation presents empowering breakthroughs in participatory methodologies, Aid critiques past and present procedures, and For Our Future touches on values, ethics, gender, and participation. The final section invites readers to find answers to the question "what would it take to eliminate poverty in the world?"

This collection of writings will be enjoyed by development professionals, including academics, students, NGO workers, and international agency staff, as well as those interested in understanding the complexities of development.

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