"Series of well-written articles examines regional poverty and income distribution. Includes separate articles on Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Venezuela, as well as over 150 tables. Valuable contribution"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57

Since 1995, 17 African countries have defied expectations and have launched a remarkable, if little-noticed, turnaround, Emerging Africa describes this revitalization and why it is likely to continue. --

Summary: "Assesses the current structures of foreign assistance and makes recommendations for efficient coordination. Drawing on expertise from the full range of foreign aid agencies, examines foreign assistance across four categories: security, economic, humanitarian, and political" - Provided...

Introduction / Caroline Moser -- Intergenerational asset accumulation and poverty reduction in Guayaquil, Ecuador, 1978-2004 / Caroline Moser and Andrew Felton -- Learning from asset-based approaches to poverty / Michael R. Carter -- The stages-of-progress methodology and results from five...

"Investigates the complex and dynamic relationship between poverty and insecurity, exploring possible agents for change. Brings the latest lessons and intellectual framework to bear in an examination of African leadership, the private sector, and American foreign aid as vehicles for improving...

"Celebrates the transformative trend within international aid of super-charged advocacy networks, mega-philanthropists, and mass public involvement through Internet charitable giving and increased overseas volunteering and offers lessons to ensure that this wave of generosity yields lasting and...