Economic Development

12th Edition

Michael P. Todaro; Stephen C. Smith
eISBN-13: 9780133406832

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For courses on economic development  

A complete, balanced introduction to the theory, issues, and latest research.


Economic Development, Twelfth Edition—the leading textbook in this field—provides students with a complete and balanced introduction to the requisite theory, driving policy issues, and latest research. Todaro and Smith take a policy-oriented approach, presenting economic theory in the context of critical policy debates and country-specific case studies so you can  see how theory relates to the problems and prospects of developing countries.

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Use the text’s Hallmark Approach to presenting engaging information: Shaped by the authors’ personalities, this approach is backed up with extensive research and travel to provide the best data possible. Teach with strong pedagogy tools: The text reinforces central key concepts by presenting a clear learning path for students.
Give students a real-world global perspective: Students are able togain a unique perspective about world issues from two authors who strive to address different sides to problems.

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ISBNs 0133406784, 9780133406788, 0133406830, 9780133406832
Number of Pages 888
Edition 12th