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Oxford University Press - Understanding Poverty Book

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Explore the complex realities of global economic challenges with Understanding Poverty from Oxford University Press. This essential volume bridges the gap between professional economic research and the general public, offering a rare look at what leading experts have discovered about the world's most pressing issue. This collection features twenty-eight essays written by world leaders in the field of economics. These experts share the most important findings from their research, making high-level academic insights accessible to the lay reader. The content covers a wide array of topics, beginning with the fundamental methods used to measure poverty. It then moves into a deep investigation of the causes of poverty and why it tends to persist over time. Whether you are a student of sociology or a curious reader interested in social sciences, this book provides a comprehensive overview of how poverty functions and what can be done to address it. It serves as a vital resource for understanding the economic forces that shape our society.

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Authored by world leaders in economics through twenty-eight expert essays.

Covers essential topics including poverty measurement and its underlying causes.

Written specifically to make professional research accessible to the lay reader.

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20 April 2006
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