Introduction to Global Studies
Autor John McCormicken Limba Engleză Paperback – 21 oct 2021
Can
you
be
a
citizen
of
the
world?
How
important
is
religion
today?
Why
is
peace
more
challenging
to
achieve
than
war?
How
has
Covid-19
worsened
global
inequality?
This
second
edition
of
Global
Studies
will
equip
you
with
the
tools
to
answer
these
questions
and
many
more
as
it
delves
into
the
important
issues
and
events
that
determine
the
state
of
the
world
today.
Succinct,
authoritative
and
thought-provoking,
it
covers
all
of
the
key
dimensions
of
global
studies,
including
broad
introductions
to
international
politics
and
economics,
alongside
focused
surveys
on
pressing
global
changes
such
as
human
rights,
migration
and
the
climate
emergency.
It
encourages
you
to
assess
how
the
connections
and
divisions
that
exist
between
the
7.6
billion
humans
on
earth
have
been
shaped
and
influenced,
and
what
direction
they
may
take
next.
Assuming
no
prior
knowledge
of
the
subject,
this
textbook
is
ideal
for
undergraduate
students
worldwide
who
are
taking
introductory
modules
in
Global
and
International
Studies.
The
text
can
also
be
used
by
undergraduate
students
taking
courses
on
Globalization.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781352013047
ISBN-10: 1352013045
Pagini: 360
Dimensiuni: 193 x 260 x 19 mm
Greutate: 0.82 kg
Ediția:2nd ed. 2022
Editura: Macmillan Education UK
Colecția Red Globe Press
Locul publicării:London, United Kingdom
ISBN-10: 1352013045
Pagini: 360
Dimensiuni: 193 x 260 x 19 mm
Greutate: 0.82 kg
Ediția:2nd ed. 2022
Editura: Macmillan Education UK
Colecția Red Globe Press
Locul publicării:London, United Kingdom
Cuprins
Introduction.-
1.
The
Rise
of
the
Global
System.-
2.
Population
and
Resources.-
3.
Science
and
Technology.-
4.
States
and
Government.-
5.Identity
and
Culture.-
6.
Global
Governance.-
7.
Human
Rights.-
8.
War,
Peace
and
Security.-
9.
The
Global
Economy.-
10.
Trade.-
11.
Migration.-
12.
Health
and
Disease.-
13.
The
Global
Environment.
Notă biografică
John
McCormick
is
Professor
of
Political
Science,
Indiana
University,
Indianapolis,
USA,
and
is
author
of
a
number
of
Red
Globe
Press’s
bestselling
books
in
politics,
including
Comparative
Government
and
Politics
(with
Rod
Hague
and
Martin
Harrop),
Understanding
the
European
Union
and
European
Union
Politics.
Textul de pe ultima copertă
The
second
edition
ofIntroduction
to
Global
Studiesoffers
a
succinct
and
authoritative
introduction
to
the
important
issues
and
events
of
our
rapidly
changing
world.
Striking
an
ideal
balance
of
breadth
and
depth,
it
covers
all
the
key
topics
in
the
field,
including
introductions
to
history,
culture,
science,
politics
and
economics,
alongside
focused
surveys
on
pressing
global
issues
such
as
human
rights,
migration,
the
climate
emergency,
and
health
and
disease.
Written in a clear and accessible style, it offers engaging learning features, such asGlobal and LocalandNorth and Southboxes, which help you to navigate challenging issues. Beautifully illustrated, with full-colour photographs, figures and maps that bring the subject to life, this book is ideal for students beginning courses on and related to global studies.
Fully revised and updated, the second edition includes:
Written in a clear and accessible style, it offers engaging learning features, such asGlobal and LocalandNorth and Southboxes, which help you to navigate challenging issues. Beautifully illustrated, with full-colour photographs, figures and maps that bring the subject to life, this book is ideal for students beginning courses on and related to global studies.
Fully revised and updated, the second edition includes:
- A brand new chapter on health and disease, with additional coverage of the Covid 19 pandemic throughout the book
- Increased coverage of inequality and gender, with a thematic focus on how inequalities are compounded across global society
- Contemporary Debates: a new feature outlining the pros and cons of controversial issues
- A comprehensive companion website, which offers an array of resources for both students and lecturers, including a testbank, illustrated lecturer slides, interactive quizzes, and an online media library: www.macmillanihe.com/McCormick-GS-2e
Caracteristici
A
truly
international
approach
with
strong
coverage
of
the
Global
South,
making
it
suitable
for
students
around
the
world
Full-colour design with a range of features, data and illustrations to bring the issues to life
Contemporary cases and sophisticated pedagogy, with features such as ‘North and South’ and ‘Global and Local’, allowing you to compare and contrast perspectives on key issues
A comprehensive companion website including quizzes, flashcards and an online resource library, enabling you to consolidate your learning and explore further
new_to_this_edition
New chapter on Health and Disease
Expanded chapter on Science and Technology
More coverage of global inequalities throughout the book
Increased coverage of gender issues throughout the book
More attention to different cultural and social perspectives
New Contemporary Debates feature
Full-colour design with a range of features, data and illustrations to bring the issues to life
Contemporary cases and sophisticated pedagogy, with features such as ‘North and South’ and ‘Global and Local’, allowing you to compare and contrast perspectives on key issues
A comprehensive companion website including quizzes, flashcards and an online resource library, enabling you to consolidate your learning and explore further
new_to_this_edition
New chapter on Health and Disease
Expanded chapter on Science and Technology
More coverage of global inequalities throughout the book
Increased coverage of gender issues throughout the book
More attention to different cultural and social perspectives
New Contemporary Debates feature
Descriere
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Building on the strengths of the previous edition, this well-established textbook gives students a broad and inclusive overview of the important issues and events of our rapidly changing world. Delving into key debates and topics in global studies, ranging from migration and trade to the global climate emergency and health and disease, this new edition covers the latest developments in global issues, supporting students with an intriguing review of the world as it is today.
With popular learning features such as comparisons of the Global and Local and the Global North and South, as well as Contemporary Debates boxes, this text equips students with relevant examples and wide-ranging perspectives for addressing central themes in global studies.
Ideal for students on introductory global studies and globalization courses, this third edition offers:
-A brand new chapter on food and agriculture
-Chapters have been expanded to allow for more case studies and increased coverage of the themes of globalization, inequality and development
-Figures and tables updated with the most recent data and new details on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals
-A comprehensive companion website, offering an array of resources for both students and lecturers, including a testbank, illustrated lecturer slides, interactive quizzes, and an online media library
Building on the strengths of the previous edition, this well-established textbook gives students a broad and inclusive overview of the important issues and events of our rapidly changing world. Delving into key debates and topics in global studies, ranging from migration and trade to the global climate emergency and health and disease, this new edition covers the latest developments in global issues, supporting students with an intriguing review of the world as it is today.
With popular learning features such as comparisons of the Global and Local and the Global North and South, as well as Contemporary Debates boxes, this text equips students with relevant examples and wide-ranging perspectives for addressing central themes in global studies.
Ideal for students on introductory global studies and globalization courses, this third edition offers:
-A brand new chapter on food and agriculture
-Chapters have been expanded to allow for more case studies and increased coverage of the themes of globalization, inequality and development
-Figures and tables updated with the most recent data and new details on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals
-A comprehensive companion website, offering an array of resources for both students and lecturers, including a testbank, illustrated lecturer slides, interactive quizzes, and an online media library
Recenzii
Flexible enough for instructors to creatively adapt to their teaching style and interests, and broad enough to engage students of all levels and backgrounds.
Brilliantly weaves together non-Western perspectives, offering an essential, balanced view of our interconnected world.
An inspiring publication for students and policymakers interested in global affairs. I will continue recommending this book to my students in the coming years.
An exceptional textbook for students of international and global studies. Accessible and engaging in presentation, it invites students to learn and explore key topics in global studies. The new chapter on food and agriculture as well as the increased attention to globalization, inequality, and development are timely and relevant.
This is the must-have handbook for any student beginning to explore global challenges and opportunities. McCormick strikes the perfect balance between rich, detailed discussion and attractive, accessible material suitable for first-year students.
Brilliantly weaves together non-Western perspectives, offering an essential, balanced view of our interconnected world.
An inspiring publication for students and policymakers interested in global affairs. I will continue recommending this book to my students in the coming years.
An exceptional textbook for students of international and global studies. Accessible and engaging in presentation, it invites students to learn and explore key topics in global studies. The new chapter on food and agriculture as well as the increased attention to globalization, inequality, and development are timely and relevant.
This is the must-have handbook for any student beginning to explore global challenges and opportunities. McCormick strikes the perfect balance between rich, detailed discussion and attractive, accessible material suitable for first-year students.