Routledge Anti-Poverty Land Reform Issues Never Die - Economics

Explore the complex dynamics of rural poverty and land distribution in this essential collection of essays. Part of the Routledge Studies in Development Economics series, this volume addresses the central question of how to unlock the potential of millions of rural poor and landless workers globally. This work examines the mixed roles played by government intervention and institutionally regulated markets in fighting inequality. It provides a detailed look at development economics in practice, offering a comprehensive record of the academic and field studies conducted throughout the late twentieth century. Drawing on more than fifty years of experience from M. Riad El-Ghonemy, the text covers vital case studies across Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and South East Asia. It serves as a deep resource for those studying economic policy, land reform, and the ongoing struggle against rural poverty in developing nations.