The Development Dictionary: A Guide to Knowledge as Power, Second Edition

In this classic collection, some of the world's most eminent critics of development review the key concepts of the development discourse. Each essay examines one concept from a historical and anthropological point of view and highlights its particular bias. Exposing their historical obsolescence and intellectual sterility, the authors call for a bidding farewell to the whole Eurocentric development idea. This is urgently needed, they argue, in order to liberate people's minds -- in both North and South -- for bold responses to the environmental and ethical challenges now confronting humanity. The combined result forms a must-read invitation to experts, grassroots movements and students of development to recognize the tainted glasses they put on whenever they participate in the development discourse. Summary: This book is the best investment you can make - it liberates thought Rating: 5 I hope we get to a point where the development dictionary is a household word. This book opened my eyes and gave me the ability to choose how I understand the world. For people who care about social and personal awareness, living responsibly, and getting to a sustainable global community, this book is an invaluable guide.