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Out Of Poverty: What Works When Traditional Approaches Fail (Bk Currents Book)
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In This Impassioned And Iconoclastic Book Paul Polak, Entrepreneur, Inventor, And Pioneer Of Propoor Technologies (Cnn.Com) Tells Why Mainstream Poverty Eradication Programs Have Fallen So Sadly Short And How He And The Organization He Founded, International Development Enterprises, Developed An Approach That Has Already Succeeded In Lifting 17 Million People Out Of Poverty.Drawing On His More Than Twentyfive Years Of Experience, Polak Explodes What He Calls The Three Great Poverty Eradication Myths And Lays Out An Alternative: Providing The Dollaraday Poor With Innovative, Lowcost Tools That Allow Them To Use The Market To Improve Their Lives. Polak Tells Fascinating And Moving Stories About The People He And Ide Have Helped, Especially Krishna Bahadur Thapa, A Nepali Farmer Who Went From Barely Surviving To Becoming Solidly Upper Middle Class. Out Of Poverty Offers A New And Promising Way To End World Poverty, One That Honors The Entrepreneurial Spirit Of The Poor Themselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Out of Poverty'? A: 'Out of Poverty' explores innovative solutions for poverty eradication, challenging traditional methods and proposing a market-driven approach that empowers the poor to improve their own lives.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Out of Poverty' is Paul Polak, an entrepreneur and inventor known for his work in developing pro-poor technologies.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: The book features 248 pages and is published in hardcover format. It is noted for being in good condition as a used book.
- Q: What makes this book different from other poverty eradication books? A: 'Out of Poverty' stands out by debunking common myths about poverty eradication and presenting real-life success stories from people who benefited from innovative, low-cost tools.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Out of Poverty' is suitable for academic study, particularly in fields related to development, economics, and social entrepreneurship.
- Q: When was 'Out of Poverty' published? A: 'Out of Poverty' was published on February 11, 2008.
- Q: Does this book include personal stories or case studies? A: Yes, the book includes personal stories and case studies, particularly highlighting the journey of a Nepali farmer, Krishna Bahadur Thapa.
- Q: What kind of audience would benefit from reading this book? A: The book is beneficial for policymakers, development practitioners, students, and anyone interested in understanding effective poverty alleviation strategies.
- Q: How does the author suggest we can help the poor? A: Paul Polak suggests that providing low-cost, innovative tools that empower the poor to engage in the market is key to lifting them out of poverty.
- Q: Is 'Out of Poverty' an illustrated edition? A: 'Out of Poverty' is an illustrated edition, which may enhance the reader's understanding of the concepts presented.