Encyclopedia of the Developing World

The Encyclopedia of the Developing World is acomprehensive work on the historical and current status ofdeveloping countries. Containing more than 750 entries, theEncyclopedia encompasses primarily the years since 1945and defines development broadly, addressing not only economics butalso civil society and social progress. Entries cover the mostimportant theories and measurements of development; relatehistorical events, movements, and concepts to development bothinternationally and regionally where applicable; examine thecontributions of the most important persons and organizations; anddetail the progress made within geographic regions and byindividual countries.https://www.routledge.com/Encyclopedia-of-the-Developing-World/Leonard/p/book/9781579583880