Technological Innovations & Transferance, Political Aspects of Technology, Economic & Industrial Aspects of Technology, Economic Policies in Asia, Energy Policies
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Overview
This important book sheds new light on the role of technology in economic development. It argues that the choice of technology must be viewed in relation to employment, income distribution, human development and the fulfilment of basic needs. The general argument in the book is illustrated with reference to the economic transformation of South Korea. This transformation is found to be a move from a traditional technology system to a modern technology system. It highlights the linkages throughout the economy among production, income distribution, consumption, employment and related economic variables. It demonstrates the transition as a complex phenomenon with different costs and benefits for different socio-economic groups.Editorials
Booknews
Taking the economic transformation of South Korea as a case study, Khan (international economics, U. of Denver) explores the role of technology in economic development and argues that the choice of technology must be viewed in relation to employment, income distribution, human development, and the fulfillment of basic needs. He describes the transition from traditional to modern technology as a complex phenomenon with different costs and benefits for different socio-economic groups. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.Book Details
Published
June 19, 1997
Publisher
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
Pages
155
Format
Hardcover, 0011
ISBN
9781858985930