01 January, 2012

Corrupt Cities by Robert Klitgaard, Ronald Maclean Abaroa, H. Lindsey Parris



I think this book provides the essential set of tools for the elected officials, citizens and public administrators can use these tools to determine where corruption is taking place and its root causes. I also think this book has a valuable role to play in teaching students how to analyse complex social systems.

By focusing on the interrelationship between institution and character, the authors provide them with valuable tools to understand how these two critical components of human society blend and work together.

Finally, the authors provide concrete examples of successful efforts to fight corruption, including ways to involve citizens in the process.

I believe this book is definitely a must have for anyone who is trying to make a difference out there !