The Political Economy of Corruption

Corruption is a complex issue that involves the misuse of public office for private gains, and this edited collection explores it from various perspectives, including political-cultural contexts, legal and regulatory processes, and moral and psychological factors. It provides a state-of-the-art in corruption research and is a valuable resource for students, scholars, policymakers, and development practitioners.

Format: Hardback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 04 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Corruption, a pervasive and complex phenomenon, encompasses the misuse of public office for personal gain. This edited collection, featuring esteemed scholars in the field, delves beyond the traditional enforcement framework, exploring the multifaceted and multidimensional nature of corruption. The chapters delve into political-cultural contexts, legal and regulatory processes, and moral and psychological factors, aiming to understand and explain this pervasive issue. The book examines how gender, technology, culture, and institutional structures shape attitudes toward corruption, providing valuable insights into the factors contributing to its prevalence and persistence. By combining theoretical and empirical studies with evidence from experiments and case studies, the book offers a comprehensive state-of-the-art examination of corruption research, making it accessible to students, scholars, policymakers, and development practitioners alike. This book serves as a vital reference for those interested in economics, politics, and development studies, as well as those engaged in designing and implementing effective anti-corruption policies.

Weight: 504g
Dimension: 162 x 242 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367695637