Charles K. Wilber Livres

The book explores how individualistic values in economics contribute to extreme inequality and hinder social mobility, particularly affecting the poor. It argues that integrating Catholic social thought can introduce essential moral values, enabling the creation of an economy that benefits everyone, regardless of wealth. By bridging economic principles with ethical considerations, it advocates for a more inclusive approach to economic systems.

The book analyzes the economic development model derived from the Soviet Union's historical experience, highlighting its agricultural, industrial, and social strategies. It presents these strategies as part of a coherent framework and assesses their implications for contemporary underdeveloped countries, examining both their potential benefits and drawbacks.

This well-established and popular reader focuses on the complex problems and even more complex solutions of economic development of underdeveloped countries within a changing international context. Transcending the free-market designs of neo-classical economics and offering a broad view of development, this text effectively captures the more inclusive political economy approach which examines the political and social factors affecting development. A total of 38 articles are included.