Unlock the groundbreaking insights of Amartya Sen, the celebrated Indian Nobel laureate, with this essential guide. Lawrence Hamilton expertly unpacks Sen’s influential theories on development economics, poverty, inequality, and the ‘capabilities approach’. Discover how Sen reshaped our understanding of justice, democracy, and Indian political economy. This indispensable resource is perfect for students, scholars, policymakers, and activists keen to grasp the profound work of one of the world’s most significant thinkers, especially its relevance to equitable development in India.