Reviews approaches to the concept of development since the 1940s and argues that the asymmetric and inequitable forms of globalization prevailing today are detrimental to the interests of developing countries. Sets out requirements for inclusive development and highlights the need for higher...

An overview of the way in which the idea of development has evolved is followed by the analysis of actual development (and misdevelopment) from 1945 onward, focusing on the golden age of capitalism, the rise and fall of real socialism and the neoliberal counter-reform. Sitting on the ruins of...