- Another complex global issue given the No-Nonsense treatment. For many 'international development' is a general term that only has positive connotations, and it's mechanisms are not questioned. - Few people outside development studies understand what development is and what is done in it's name, or perhaps they only see the area of development they are working in not the bigger picture. - Many people volunteer or give money to charities and NGOs. This book helps inform decisions and identify issues of accountability.