This edited volume explores development in the so-called 'fragile', 'failed' and 'pariah' states. It examines the literature on both fragile states and their development, and offers eleven case studies on countries ranking in the 'very high alert' and 'very high warning' categories in the Fund for Peace Failed States Index.
A. Ware
fragile states failed states pariah states development OECD civil war complexity dynamics Failed States innovation North Korea research social research state technology
“The volume is an enjoyable read that provides a much needed critique of standard ‘one-size-fits-all’ approaches to development in difficult socio-political contexts. This volume will definitely be of interest to researchers, development practitioners, policymakers and students.” (Maurice Said, Progress in Development Studies, Vol. 17 (1), 2017)