The Hope of the Poor: Philosophy, Religion and Economic Development

by Gordon Graham

Is economic development the best hope for the world's poor? A great many individuals, governments and organizations think the obvious answer is 'Yes', the only issue being about how development can best be achieved. In recent decades some powerful voices from economics and anthropology have taken issue with this widespread consensus, and this book aims to add a philosophical dimension to the debate. Just who are 'the poor', and what should they...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1788361016
• ISBN13: 9781788361019
• Release Date: April 2023
• Publisher: Imprint Academic (Ips)
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"