Zustand: as new. Baden, Switzerland : Lars Müller, 2010. Paperback. 256 pp. - The last decade was largely defined by consumption and greed. An untold story, however, is the rise in benevolent giving seen in institutional, public and private sectors. Such characteristics as altruism and duty are now as influential as self-interest. The geography of aid has also broadened; networks of NGOs now supplement philanthropy and the global operations of official channels. It has become a crucial counterpart of authorized programs; agencies that provide vital services rely on contributions to augment official doctrines. Yet, the current recession threatens to limit support, diminishing aid at this critical moment when distress is increasing. A new culture of giving that includes volunteering and action, coupled with accumulated expertise may enable imminent needs to be met. The Gift Economy presents aid's history as an index of past and current relationships, indicating how its future promises a significant global role. Condition : as new copy. ISBN 9783037781814. Keywords : ARCHITECTURE,
Sprache: Englisch
Verlag: Lars Müller Publishers / Columbia University GSAPP, 2009
ISBN 10: 3037781815 ISBN 13: 9783037781814
Anbieter: Antiquariat UEBUE, Zürich, Schweiz
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Softcover. Zustand: Sehr gut. 1. Auflage. Z : 16,5 x 24,0 cm, 6 ½ x 9 ½ in 256 pages, 120 illustrations - The World of Giving presents aid's history as an index of past and current relationships, indicating how its future promises a significant global role.