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OverviewTaking an interdisciplinary approach, An Introduction to Global Studies presents readers with a solid introduction to the complex, interconnected forces and issues confronting today's globalized world. Introduces readers to major theories, key terms, concepts, and notable theorists Equips readers with the basic knowledge and conceptual tools necessary for thinking critically about the complex issues facing the global community Includes a variety of supplemental features to facilitate learning and enhance readers' understanding of the material Full Product DetailsAuthor: Patricia J. Campbell (American Public University System, USA) , Aran MacKinnon (University of West Georgia, USA) , Christy R. Stevens (California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, USA)Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell Dimensions: Width: 19.60cm , Height: 2.80cm , Length: 25.40cm Weight: 0.953kg ISBN: 9781405187374ISBN 10: 1405187379 Pages: 448 Publication Date: 09 April 2010 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock ![]() The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of ContentsList of Tables xv List of Figures xvii Preface xviii Acknowledgments xxii 1. Going Global 1 2. Nation-state System 31 3. International Organizations 51 4. Human Rights 87 5. The Natural Environment 122 6. Population and Consumption 161 7. Infectious Disease and Globalization 187 8. The Gendered World 214 9. Information and Communication Technologies 251 10. War and Violent Conflict 290 11. Peace 339 Glossary 375 Index 393ReviewsAuthor InformationPatricia J. Campbell is Professor and Program Director for International Relations and Middle Eastern Studies at American Public University. She is the co-editor of Democratization and the Protection of Human Rights: Challenges and Contradictions (1998) and has written numerous articles and chapters in books and scholarly journals, including International Feminist Journal of Politics and Journal of Political Science Education. Aran MacKinnon is Professor of History and Director of Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of West Georgia. He is the author of The Making of South Africa: Culture and Politics (2004) and numerous scholarly articles as well as co-editor of a special issue of the interdisciplinary journal, Studies in the Social Sciences (2005). Christy R. Stevens is the University Library's Information Literacy Coordinator at Cal Poly Pomona. She has published several articles focusing on information literacy in the political science and global studies contexts, including articles in Journal of Political Science Education and Reference Services Review. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |