Finance Against Poverty: Volume 1

In two volumes these books review and expand the theory that poverty in the world's poorest regions could be alleviated by providing small loans to micro-entrepreneurs. Volume 1 provides detailed analysis of this theory and offers policy recommendations for practitioners in this field. Volume 2 presents empirical evidence drawn from comparative experiences in seven developing countries. The work assesses the success of this policy and provides some startling conclusions. This is essential reading for all those interested in development, poverty-reduction, social welfare and finance.

Summary

Essential reading for all those interested in development, poverty-reduction, social welfare and finance. Volume one offers a detailed assessment of theory and policy whilst volume two presents case studies from seven developing countries.

Product details

• Authors: Hulme (University of Manchester David, David Hulme, David Hulme, Paul Mosley, Paul (University of Sheffield Mosley
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.12.2022
• EAN: 9780415095440
• ISBN: 978-0-415-09544-0
• No. of pages: 240
• Weight: 453 g
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Business > International economy; Kreditwesen und Kreditinstitute, Entwicklungsökonomie und Schwellenländer, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Poverty & Homelessness, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Finance / General, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Development / Economic Development, Poverty & unemployment, Development economics & emerging economies, Development economics and emerging economies, Poverty and precarity, Credit and credit institutions, Credit & Credit Institutions