Baker, Judy L. creator text WashingtonUS World Bank 1997 monographic 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 03.02.05 B167 20260716043222.0