This book is an excellent starting point for further study. It attempts to bridge the gap between north and south and provides a concise overview of current thinking in the field of public administration. I am convinced the book can contribute to a better functioning of local governments. (prof. dr. J.W. Björkman, Institute of Social Studies and Leiden University)
Urban management is a complex area including aspects from a wide variety of disciplines. This book on public management discusses many of these aspects in a clear and structured manner. But it offers more. The book links theory and practice with examples from countries in different stages of development. This approach makes the book a valuable tool for students and others who wish to learn more about how local governments work both from a theoretical as well as from a practical perspective. (drs. Nico van der Windt, Director Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies)
This very interesting book gives an excellent overview of modern theories about Public Management. It will be very usefull as an introduction in this field for professionals all over the world. (drs. Peter Teunisse, Director PricewaterhouseCoopers, Advisory, Section Local Authorities)
About the Author: Leon van den Dool (1967) studied public administration at Erasmus University Rotterdam and received his PhD at Leiden University. He is a senior expert in public management at the Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies as well as the advisory group for local government of PricewaterhouseCoopers. He is the author of Local Learning (Eburon, 2003).
