Thad Dunning Knihy

Focusing on natural experiments, this comprehensive guide serves as an essential resource for scholars and students in the social sciences. It covers key issues in causal inference and highlights the significance of robust research design over intricate statistical methods. By emphasizing practical evaluation and application, the book aims to enhance understanding and execution of this increasingly popular methodology.

Challenging the belief that natural resource wealth leads to autocracy, this book presents a nuanced exploration of the relationship between resource abundance and governance. It offers compelling arguments and case studies that reveal how resource wealth can also foster democratic practices and accountability. By examining various political contexts, the author uncovers the complexities of how resources can influence power dynamics, ultimately reshaping our understanding of democracy and authoritarianism in resource-rich nations.