In the Name of Development : A Reflection on Nepal

Booknews

A passionate indictment of the development policies being wrought by America in Nepal. Drawing heavily on the life stories of individual Nepalese, the author argues that both the economic winners and losers in this game are victimized by the structures and assumptions of Western development. He examines such issues as the growth of pot culture and prostitution, the growing poverty of the Nepalese poor, the subordination of Nepalese elites to Westerners, and the history of development policy in Nepal. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Ed Burgess

...intriguing...and fascinating in that he provides insights into Nepal and Nepali life that I missed during my seven years there. For those who have known, loved and cared about Nepal—or for those who want more than a tourist's view—I consider this book very stimulating reading.

Geographical Review

… a well-written account of development's victims based on field experiences in Nepal. Although the examples are from Nepal, they apply to many other developing countries, giving the book an appeal wider than suggested by the title. It should serve as a fascinating basis for discussion among both students and practitioners of development.