The Poverty Curtain: Choices for the Third World

The book is in fair condition with a hardcover binding. The dust jacket shows signs of wear, including minor tears and scuff marks, but remains intact. The pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings, ensuring a complete and readable copy for collectors and researchers.

"The Poverty Curtain: Choices for the Third World" by Mahbub ul Haq, published by Columbia University Press in 1976, examines the pressing issues of poverty and economic development in underdeveloped regions. This edition, printed in New York and Guildford, Surrey, is a significant contribution to the discourse on global inequality. Mahbub ul Haq, a renowned economist, provides insightful analysis and policy choices aimed at improving the conditions in the Third World. Although the copyright page does not confirm a first edition, the book remains an important resource for scholars and policymakers. The hardcover format, paired with a visibly worn dust jacket, reflects its age and use. This copy is not a first edition but is valuable for those interested in economic development and poverty studies.