Unequal Alliance
Unequal Alliance

Author: Robin Broad

Publisher: Univ of California Press

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 390

ISBN-13: 9780520069534

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"An excellent book. . . . [It] provides a unique picture of the processes of globalist institution transformation in a crucial, less developed country."—John Willoughby, American University

The World Bank since Bretton Woods
The World Bank since Bretton Woods

Author: Edward S. Mason

Publisher: Brookings Institution Press

Published: 2010-12-01

Total Pages: 942

ISBN-13: 0815720300

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This book examines the origins, policies, operations, and impact of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the other members of the World Bank group: the International Finance Corporation, the International Development Association,and the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes.

Titans Or Behemoths?
Titans Or Behemoths?

Author: Roy Culpeper

Publisher: Lynne Rienner Publishers

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 9781555874964

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Describes the history and development of the World Bank , the Inter-American Development Bank, the African Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, and the European Bank for Reconstruction Development and examines their interrelationships. Discusses the evolution of development theory and the growth of activity in multilateral development banks during the latter half of the 20th century. Looks at criticisms of the banks during the 1980s and considers whether these institutions are effective agents of development.