This title looks at the extremes of wealth and poverty around the world and why they have developed. It considers the main areas of debate about poverty, such as the roles of aid and education. The book then explores the arguments made by both sides in the poverty debate and what is being done about the issue. Finally, you can find out what you can do to get more involved in helping to relieve …
Poverty is not necessarily solely a matter of scarce resources; it also arises from lack of access to education, property ownership and political power. Poor people are to be found everywhere in the world, but in the largest number in developing countries. Read more in this book written by Michael Gibson.