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Global Problems: The Search for Equity, Peace, and Sustainability - Softcover

Sernau, Scott R.

 
9780205578849: Global Problems: The Search for Equity, Peace, and Sustainability

Synopsis

This text uses sociological perspectives to examine the various dimensions of globalization, and the social problems of inequality, war and violence, and environmental sustainability that are occurring on a global scale.  Clear writing and vivid examples help students to better understand their role as global citizens.

 

The book is divided into three parts:

Part I focuses on  the challenges of global inequalities: in life chances, wages and work, gender and education. 

Part II focuses on conflict and violence at all levels: from crime to politics, terrorism to war.  

Part III focuses on the issue of sustainability and the problems of urbanization, crowding and environmental destruction. 

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Review

Thank you to the following reviewers:

 

Christopher Whitsel North Dakota State University Gerald Titchener Des Moines Area Community College Stephen Sills University of North Carolina Greensboro

From the Back Cover

Global Problems: The Search for Equity, Peace, and Sustainability examines the various dimensions of globalization and the social problems of inequality, war and violence, and environmental sustainability that are occurring on a global scale. Clear writing and vivid, current examples help readers to better understand their roles as global citizens.


The book is divided into three parts:


Part I focuses on the challenges of global inequalities: in life chances, wages and work, gender and education.


Part II focuses on conflict and violence at all levels: from crime to politics, terrorism to war.


Part III focuses on the issue of sustainability and the problems of urbanization, crowding, and environmental destruction.

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