Child Labor and Education in Latin America: An Economic Perspective

By Zafiris Tzannatos, Guilherme Sedlacek, Peter F. Orazem, et al.

Book Overview

This book examines the facts concerning child labour in Latin America, how it varies over time; across countries; and in comparison to other areas of the world. It aims to improve the understanding of root causes and consequences of persistent child labour and to contribute to the policy debate.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0230614590
• ISBN13: 9780230614598
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 229 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.3"