Achieving Broad-Based Sustainable Development

Book Details

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Author: James H. Weaver, Michael T. Rock, Kenneth Kusterer

• Language: English

• Edition: 2003

• ISBN: 8170338077

• Pages: 300

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.3 x 0.8 inches

• Sale Territory: India Only

About the Book
Achieving Broad-Based Sustainable Development (BBSD) presents a comprehensive and accessible approach to sustainable development, arguing that it is not only possible but essential for the future of developing countries. The authors propose a model that goes beyond the narrow focus on economic growth, incorporating environmental, social, cultural, and political factors into the development process. They explore how governments can play a vital role in promoting BBSD and provide practical guidelines for integrating these diverse components effectively.

This interdisciplinary work draws on concepts from economics, political science, anthropology, sociology, and environmental studies to present a holistic view of sustainable development. It offers valuable insights for students and professionals in fields such as economics, international relations, gender studies, and third world studies, aiming to provide a positive outlook on what can be achieved through integrated development strategies.

About the Author(s)

• James H. Weaver is a professor emeritus of economics at The American University. He served as senior economist for USAID’s Development Studies Program until 1992. His previous works include Economic Development: Competing Paradigms.

• Michael T. Rock is a senior economist at the Winrock International Institute for Agricultural Development. He has published extensively on the relationship between economics and environmental issues.

• Kenneth Kusterer is the chairperson of the sociology department at The American University. He coedited Women at the Center: Development Issues and Practices for the 1990s.

This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the multidimensional aspects of development and how they can work together to achieve sustainable outcomes in the global South.