The globalization reader

Part I Debating Globalization Part II Explaining Globalization-- Part III Experiencing Globalization-- Part IV Globalization and the World Economy-- Part V Globalization and the Nation-State-- Part VI Global Governance-- Part VII Globalization, INGOs, and Civil Society-- Part VIII Globalization and Media-- Part IX Globalization and Religion-- Part X Global Environmentalism-- Part XI Alternative Globalization and the Global Justice Movement--

Completely revised and updated, the fifth edition of this well-regarded textbook charts key topics and recent research in globalization along with the latest complexities and controversies in the field. ; ; Includes a new section on globalization and identity and new readings on global inequality, mental illness, structural violence, microfinance, blood diamonds, world citizenship, the global justice movement, and sumo wrestling ; Contains essential, thought-provoking readings by prominent scholars, activists, and organizations on the many dimensions of globalization, from political and economic issues to cultural and experiential ones ; Examines foundational topics, such as the experience of globalization, economic and political globalization, the role of media and religion in cultural globalization, women's rights, environmentalism, global civil society, and the alternative globalization movement ; Retains the helpful student features from prior editions, including an accessible format, concise introductions to major topics, stimulating examples, and discussion questions for each selection and section