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Handbook of Economic Development and Institutions

Handbook of Economic Development and Institutions

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The Handbook of Economic Development and Institutions is a comprehensive reference work that brings together the most cutting-edge work in this area by the best-known international economists. It focuses on three critical issues: the definitions of institutions, the complex interplay between formal and informal institutions, and the evolution and coevolution of institutions and their interactions with the political economy of development.

Format: Hardback
Length: 768 pages
Publication date: 21 January 2020
Publisher: Princeton University Press


The Handbook of Economic Development and Institutions is a comprehensive and cutting-edge resource that delves into the intricate relationship between economic development and institutions. Recognizing the crucial role that institutions play in understanding economic growth and transformation, this book brings together the most esteemed international economists to present their latest research and insights.

The editors of the Handbook, themselves renowned scholars in the field, provide a comprehensive introduction that sets the stage for the subsequent chapters. The contributors, each a leading expert in their respective area, offer up-to-date analysis on institutional change, its interactions with economic development, and the complex interplay between formal and informal institutions.

The book focuses on three critical issues: defining institutions to establish a causal link to development, exploring the intricate relationship between formal and informal institutions, and examining the evolution and coevolution of institutions in relation to the political economy of development. Topics covered include the relationship between institutions and growth, educational systems, the role of the media, and the intersection between traditional systems of patronage and political institutions.

Each chapter in the Handbook is the result of extensive workshopping among the contributors, ensuring that the content is both rigorous and forward-thinking. The chapters cover the latest frontier research in their respective areas and provide valuable pointers for future research endeavors.

As a definitive reference work on this important topic, The Handbook of Economic Development and Institutions is essential for academics, researchers, and professionals working in the field of economics, development studies, and related disciplines. It offers a wealth of knowledge and insights that will help shape our understanding of economic development and guide policy interventions to promote sustainable and inclusive growth.

Weight: 1552g
Dimension: 190 x 262 x 50 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780691191218

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