Chronicles the emergence of a new paradigm marked by a focus on sustainable agriculture and the role of civil society and local institutions in development and environment management.

'...a highly commended study text for discerning students.' - Joseph Mullen, The Journal of Development Studies

Table of Contents - List of Tables and Figures - Abbreviations - Preface - Towards a New Paradigm - Sustainable Agriculture - Common Goods - Poverty Alleviation - The Project - Holistic Approaches - Participation - Structuring Development Agencies - Organisational Change - Conclusion - Bibliography