Books in the Developing Areas Research Group series

A comprehensive introduction to the important economic, social and political processes and development issues in this extremely popular region. The work includes case studies, useful websites and further reading.

A critical assessment of social, economic and political change in Africa's most populous and arguably most externally focused region. With an emphasis on globalisation and modernisation, case studies and commentary are integrated throughout to highlight the concerns and issues of the region.

Provides an overview of the economic, political, social and environmental changes that have occurred in Eastern and Southern Africa, and of the challenges for economic and human development. This book is aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Development Studies, Geography, Politics, Sociology and Anthropology.

This is an introduction to the economic, social and political processes and development issues in South Asia. The authors present summaries and research in an accessible manner for non-specialists. They aim to integrate students' understanding of South Asia with wider theoretical debates.

Employing a thematic approach, this text centres its discussion on the interrelation between contemporary development theories and continuing transition issues in the huge and complex region of Eastern Europe.