Globalization


"Global Civil Society?"

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"Contemporary Political Theory" series; Explores the historical origins, present-day meanings and political potential of a global civil society. With 2 line figures. Paperback, 234 pages. Size: 228 x 153 mm. Weight: 229g.
Author:  Keane, John
ISBN:  052189462X
Publisher:  Cambridge University Press
Date:  2003  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Globalization

"Empire in the Age of Globalisation"

Us Hegemony and Neo-Liberal Disorder

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Providing a critical review of the globalisation debate, this book examines the relationship between US hegemony and globalisation. It shows how 'liberal internationalism' cannot be separated from capitalism, neo-liberalism and US empire-building. The book explores the relationship between capitalism, neo-liberalism and globalisation. Paperback, 224 pages. Size: 220 x 144 mm. Weight: 111g.
Author:  Kiely, Ray
ISBN:  0745324487
Publisher:  Pluto Press
Date:  2005  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Globalization

"Real England"

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Published to coincide with the nationalism debate that always rears its head around St George's Day (23rd April) and in time for the anti-capitalist activity on May Day. A rallying cry that will be taken up at both ends of the political spectrum and age range - from the Countryside Alliance brigade, Archers listeners, National Trusters and WI jam-makers, right through to ethical shoppers, Farmers' Market devotees and wristband-wearing young radicals. Hardback, 304 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 500g.
Author:  Kingsnorth, Paul
ISBN:  1846270413
Publisher:  Portobello Books Ltd
Date:  2008  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Globalization

"A Movable Feast"

Ten Millennia of Food Globalization

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This book provides a look at the globalization of food from the days of the hunter-gatherers to present-day genetically modified plants and animals. With illustrations. Hardback, 384 pages. Size: 242 x 164 mm. Weight: 675g.
Author:  Kiple, Kenneth F.
ISBN:  052179353X
Publisher:  Cambridge University Press
Date:  2007  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Globalization

"Vulnerability and Violence"

The Impact of Globalisation

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'Vulnerability' is a key term in globalisation studies. This book examines what is really meant by 'vulnerability' and links it to forms of violence that resulted from decreased security and social cohesion. It offers a theoretical grounding, useful for those studying vulnerability and violence and their relation to contemporary globalisation. Paperback, 240 pages. Size: 220 x 132 mm. Weight: 505g.
Author:  Kirby, Peadar
ISBN:  0745322875
Publisher:  Pluto Press
Date:  2005  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Globalization

"Globalisation and Sustainable Development"

Environmental Agendas

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"Springer-Praxis Books in Environmental Sciences" series; Environmental Agendas. With 30 black & white halftones, 5 colour illustrations, 57 black & white line drawings. Hardback, 336 pages. Size: 242 x 170 mm. Weight: 773g.
Author:  Krapivin, Vladimir F. (Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, Russia) Varotsos, Costas A.
ISBN:  3540706615
Publisher:  Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg Gmbh & Co. Kg
Date:  2007  (Germany)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Globalization

"West European Politics in the Age of Globalization"

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Examines the new configuration of political power in Western Europe, as the radical right mobilises globalisation's losers. With 68 tables. Paperback, 448 pages. Size: 229 x 153 mm. Weight: 715g.
Author:  Kriesi, Hanspeter Grande, Edgar Lachat, Romain Dolezal, Martin Bornschier, Simon Frey, Timotheos
ISBN:  0521719909
Publisher:  Cambridge University Press
Date:  2008  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  Undergraduate Globalization

"Empire of Knowledge"

Culture and Plurality in the Global Economy

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During the frenzy over the Millennium celebrations, there was little mention of the fact that, for some of the world, there was no Millennium. This is an example of the homogenisation of knowledge that this work uses to show that every idea which we take for granted is part of a politics of ideas. With notes, bibliography. Paperback, 208 pages. Size: 215 x 135 mm. Weight: 408g.
Author:  Lal, Vinay
ISBN:  0745317367
Publisher:  Pluto Press
Date:  2002  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Globalization

"Globalization"

The Juggernaut of the 21st Century

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Adopts a distinctive approach to the multiple dimensions of the globalization debate. This book offers coverage of philosophical thought - including Popper, Weber, Habermas, Lipset and Hobbes that makes a contribution to the debates on globalization. With 38 tables & 25 figures. Hardback, 200 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 677g.
Author:  Lane, Jan-Erik
ISBN:  0754673936
Publisher:  Ashgate Publishing Group
Date:  2008  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Globalization

"The Essentials of Global Politics"

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"Essential Reference" series; An indispensable companion for students of politics, international relations and modern history, and a compelling source book for the general reader. With 150 illustrations. Paperback, 384 pages. Size: 232 x 156 mm. Weight: 505g.
Author:  Langhorne, Richard
ISBN:  0340816910
Publisher:  Hodder Education
Date:  2006  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Globalization

"The Chaos Point"

The World at the Crossroads

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Provides a concise overview of the world situation, showing where we are, and how we got here. This book tells that we are at a critical juncture in history, a 'decision-window' where we face both the danger of global collapse and the opportunity of worldwide renewal. Paperback, 240 pages. Size: 234 x 153 mm. Weight: 505g.
Author:  Laszlo, Ervin
ISBN:  074992716X
Publisher:  Piatkus Books
Date:  2006  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Globalization

"Open World"

The Truth About Globalisation

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Globalization is one of the most controversial issues in the world today. Aiming to demolish what he argues are the myths of globalization, the author shows how, without it, the poor are never going to get richer and that it is the only means by which governments can combat poverty. With illustrations. New ed. Paperback, 384 pages. Size: 197 x 127 mm. Weight: 304g.
Author:  Legrain, Philippe
ISBN:  034911529X
Publisher:  Little, Brown Book Group
Date:  2003  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Globalization

"Against the Dead Hand"

The Uncertain Struggle for Global Capitalism

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This work deepens our understanding of globalization by placing the phenomenon in a broader historical perspective. It conveys a clearer picture of globalization's current state and future prospects than the current conventional wisdom. With notes, bibliography, index. Hardback, 352 pages. Size: 238 x 159 mm. Weight: 567g.
Author:  Lindsey, Brink
ISBN:  0471442771
Publisher:  John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Date:  2002  (United States)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Globalization

"A Corporate Solution to Global Poverty"

How Multinationals Can Help the Poor and Invigorate Their Own Legitimacy

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World leaders have given the reduction of global poverty top priority. And yet, it persists. This book argues that the solution lies in the creation of a new institution, the World Development Corporation (WDC), a partnership of multinational corporations (MNCs), international development agencies, and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). With 12 line illus.. Hardback, 208 pages. Size: 229 x 152 mm. Weight: 99g.
Author:  Lodge, George Wilson, Craig
ISBN:  0691122296
Publisher:  University Presses of California, Columbia and Princeton
Date:  2006  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Globalization

"Hungry for Trade"

How the Poor Pay for Free Trade

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"Global Issues" series; Explores some key questions regarding the year 2000 World Trade Organisation (WTO) Agreement on Agriculture. Will free trade in food help or hinder the abolition of hunger - or will it chiefly benefit transnational corporations? Will free trade help small farmers find new markets in the North? With tables, notes, bibliography, index. Paperback, 160 pages. Size: 198 x 129 mm. Weight: 249g.
Author:  Madeley, John
ISBN:  1856498654
Publisher:  Zed Books Ltd
Date:  2000  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Globalization

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