00701nam a2200145Ia 4500 20260716043222.0 03.02.05 B167 Baker, Judy L. Poverty reduction and human development in the Caribbean : a cross-country study World Bank WashingtonUS 1997 xxi, 206 p. Analyzes the causes and characteristices of poverty in 15 Caribbean countries and reviews the experiences in poverty alleviation efforts, including the different coping mechanisms that many households have adopted. Presents recommendations on how policies and programs can be more effective in reducing poverty. 3/7/00 M2LMGR M B167 42740 42740