Examines both the civilian and military contributions to rebuilding war-torn nations such as Iraq and Afghanistan and analyzes the problems and challenges from conflict to the role of democracy around the world.
moving toward sustainable prosperity : a Worldwatch Institute report on progress toward a sustainable society
Assadourian, Erik
2012
"In articles from experts around the world, this report presents a comprehensive look at current trends in global economics and sustainability, a policy toolbox of clear solutions to some of our most pressing environmental and human challenges, and a path for reforming economic institutions to promote both ecological health and prosperity."--P. [4] of cover.
Contains twenty-seven essays in which the authors debate issues related to Africa, including the problems faced in the country, the spread of AIDS, the preservation of wild lands, and relief policies and initiatives.
how mainstream economics has failed the environment
Nadeau, Robert
2003
Explains how economic activities have lead to large-scale damage to the global environment and argues that environmental problems cannot be stopped until businesses start claiming responsibility for their actions.
An update of a 1960 text in which the author identifies and describes five stages of economic growth, and shows how his theories apply to the histories of particular societies.
Introduces the industrial growth in New York, examining the history from the time of the Dutch and British occupancy and exploring what life was like as a worker in New York.
