Handbook on Critical Political Economy and Public Policy

The Handbook of Political Economy examines the contribution of political economy to public policy, with case studies from OECD countries, Latin America, South Africa, and South and East Asia. It discusses key theories of political economy, cultural and feminist political economies, and political economic approaches to global division of labor, financialization, and dispossession. It also explores the relationship between political economy and social policy, global health, and public policies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 520 pages
Publication date: 21 April 2023
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd

This comprehensive and thought-provoking Handbook delves into the profound influence of political economy on public policy. It offers a comprehensive overview of various strands of critical political economy, supported by insightful case studies from countries across the globe, including the OECD, Latin America, South Africa, and South and East Asia. The Handbook explores key theories of political economy, delving into cultural and feminist political economies, engaging critically with notions of ordoliberalism and New Public Management. It also examines political economic approaches to the global division of labor, financialization and dispossession in Latin America, ecological perspectives on sustainability in China, global exploitation chains in agriculture, and postcolonial critiques of economic development.

In conclusion, this Handbook serves as a valuable resource for students, academics, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the complex interplay between political economy, public policy, and social and environmental sustainability. It provides a rich tapestry of critical insights and practical applications, empowering readers to navigate the complexities of contemporary economic systems and advocate for more equitable and sustainable outcomes.

Weight: 1042g
Dimension: 175 x 252 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800373778