Explore a radical critique of civil society’s role in development with ‘Against NGOs: A Critical Perspective on Civil Society, Management and Development’. This insightful book, by Cambridge University Press, challenges conventional wisdom by examining development practices and scholarship from an ‘anti-NGO’ viewpoint. Delve into an interpretative history, grounded in Gramscian thought, that reveals how civil society organizations became integral, non-state technocratic actors in global development. Discover how management and development studies evolved to address capitalist crises, offering solutions that positioned civil society as a key agent. ‘Against NGOs’ uniquely bridges the gap in literature by exploring the historical links and shared themes between these disciplines, posing crucial questions about knowledge, politics, and effective responses to contemporary crises. An essential read for scholars and practitioners in development studies and management.