Globalization (Essential Viewpoints)

Hamilton, Sara M.

 
9781604531091: Globalization (Essential Viewpoints)

Synopsis

This book gives readers a balanced look at the issue of globalization and its surrounding arguments. Globalization familiarizes readers with globalization as it relates to history, international organizations, developed and developing worlds, migration, human rights, health and the environment, and culture. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-follow text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.

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Review

"Balanced overviews of complex, divisive issues. Though not exhaustive, these titles include the topic's history and most salient points in an accessible and reader-friendly format...Color images enhance the texts, and charts and maps further clarify the content. Sidebars expand on related topics through quotes, primary-source snippets, and other salient information, while marbled page borders lend a scholarly air to the attractive layouts. A four-page time line with color photos, a thorough glossary, and an 'Essential Facts' feature with critical dates and quotes are also noteworthy. These impressive works are welcome alternatives to collection staples..."

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