economic development

". . . introduces readers to the concept of supply and demand using familiar examples, such as shopping and holidays"--Provided by publisher.

". . . introduces readers to the relationship between government and community, including information about how government works, what taxes are for, and why people vote"--Provided by publisher.

Explains the history of taxation as well as the different types of taxes and their effects.

Twenty-first-century examples of globalization.

"This . . . book examines ways to reduce the global inequality of people-one of the United Nation's sustainable development goals. From tackling gender inequality to fighting for the right to a good education, readers will gain an understanding of how all the UN goals work together, and learn concrete strategies to inspire change. Profiles of youth-led movements and other collaborative efforts to fight inequality will empower readers to get involved to achieve equality for all global citizens"--Provided by publisher.

". . . introduces readers to the differences between needs and wants"--Provided by publisher.

". . . introduces readers to the relationship between government and community, including information about how government works, what taxes are for, and why people vote"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of essays looking at differing opinions on global sustainability.

This book covers the major drivers of the Latin American region's economy, including exports of agricultural products, petroleum and minerals, and manufactured goods, along with the service and tourism industries. Despite recent improvements, the Latin American economy remains dependent on commodity exports to the West, presenting a challenge to the region's long-term future. When used in the classroom, this resource provides readers with the tools they need to analyze concepts in economics and how they affect the countries of Latin America.