Understanding Corruption: How Corruption Works in Practice

Understanding Corruption provides insights into the complex systems that enable corruption and offers practical measures to tackle it through detailed case studies of various types of corruption across the globe.

Format: Hardback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 03 March 2022
Publisher: Agenda Publishing

Corruption manifests itself in diverse forms and the intricate systems that facilitate it pose significant challenges to comprehension. To gain a comprehensive understanding of corruption, it is essential to examine its practical manifestations.

Understanding Corruption delves into the intricate mechanisms through which corruption transpires in the real world, presenting a compelling narrative through detailed case studies that encompass a wide range of corruption types across the globe. These case studies employ a proven analytical framework, offering valuable insights into the inner workings of corruption and the most effective strategies for combating it.

The case studies analyzed encompass a diverse array of scenarios, including instances of corporate bribery, political corruption, facilitation payments, cronyism, state capture, kleptocracy, asset recovery, offshore secrecy, reputation laundering, and unexplained wealth. These cases involve a wide range of actors, including businesses, governments, politicians, governing bodies, and public servants.

By exploring these case studies, readers gain a deeper understanding of the multifaceted nature of corruption and the various factors that contribute to its perpetuation. The book provides valuable tools and strategies for identifying, preventing, and combating corruption, making it an essential resource for policymakers, practitioners, and individuals interested in promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance.

Weight: 556g
Dimension: 161 x 240 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788214438