An Introduction to Global Studies

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Patricia J. Campbell (American Public University System, USA) Aran MacKinnon (University of West Georgia, USA)

An Introduction to Global Studies

Patricia J. Campbell (American Public University System, USA), Aran MacKinnon (University of West Georgia, USA), Christy R. Stevens (California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, USA)

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English

Wiley-Blackwell
09 April 2010

Globalization; International relations

Taking 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

By: Patricia J. Campbell (American Public University System USA), Aran MacKinnon (University of West Georgia, USA), Christy R. Stevens (California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, USA)
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 241mm, Width: 188mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 748g
ISBN: 9781405187367
ISBN 10: 1405187360
Pages: 440
Publication Date: 09 April 2010
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

List 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 393

Patricia 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.