Paul Spicker
The Poverty of Nations
- ISBN 13:
- 9781447343332
- author:
- Paul Spicker
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Policy Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 218
- Dimensions:
- 156 mm X 234 mm
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Third World Development,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Poverty of Nations: A Relational Perspective by Paul Spicker offers a thought-provoking exploration of poverty as more than just a lack of resources. This book examines how social relationships, such as economic disadvantage and insecurity, shape our understanding of poverty.
Spicker draws on examples from both rich and poor countries to illustrate the complexities of poverty in the context of the economy, society, and politics. He argues that states can play a crucial role in addressing issues of inequality, exclusion, and powerlessness.
This accessible contribution to the debate about poverty provides valuable insights for anyone interested in social welfare and policy. By reframing our understanding of poverty, Spicker's work offers a fresh perspective on how we can respond to this pressing global issue.
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