Develops a new approach to the theory and practice of regional development planning in a Third World context. Defines two concepts basic to most regional development strategies--development from above and development from below--analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of each in dealing with spatial inequalities. Sets forth a new theory of spatial development supported by case studies drawn from market-oriented and socialist countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
- ISBN10 0471105406
- ISBN13 9780471105404
- Publish Date 14 July 1982 (first published 15 July 1981)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 4 December 1992
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Imprint John Wiley & Sons Ltd
- Format Paperback
- Pages 498
- Language English