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Offering a clear and concise account of the key debates in globalizing literature, this text deals with the various dimensions of the term - such as political, economic, social and cultural issues - drawing attention to the role of people in processes ofglobalization.

Explores the consequences of globalization for women, gender equity and for quality of life. Discusses aspects of solidarity and survival, engendering the world of commerce, and empowerment through networking. Offers case studies on current trends in countries around the world, covering affirmative action, family responsibilities, social security, urban employment, the Nat nomadic community in India, experiences of women entrepreneurs in the areas...

"Reviving the Invisible Hand is an uncompromising call for a global return to a classical liberal economic order, free of interference from governments and international organizations. Arguing for a revival of the invisible hand of free international trade and global capital, eminent economist Deepak Lal vigorously defends the view that statist attempts to ameliorate the impact of markets threaten global economic progress and stability. And in an...

"Globalization is characterized by persistent poverty and growing inequality. Conventional wisdom has it that this global poverty is residual: as globalization deepens, the poor will be lifted out of destitution. The policies of the World Bank, the IMF and the WTO echo this belief and push developing countries ever deeper into the global economy." "Globalization, Poverty and Inequality provides an alternative viewpoint. It argues that for many - particularly...

"In One Economics, Many Recipes, leading economist Dani Rodrik argues that neither globalizers nor antiglobalizers have got it right. While economic globalization can be a boon for countries that are trying to dig out of poverty, success usually requires following policies that are tailored to local economic and political realities rather than obeying the dictates of the international globalization establishment. A definitive statement of Rodrik's...

Which global issues have the most impact on our lives at the beginning of the 21st century? What's the relationship between developments in politics, ecology, the economy, security, and systems of global government, and how do we as individuals address the problems that they raise in an increasingly globalized world? Global Trends and Global Governance offers answers to these questions. It is a concise and practical guide that explains the key political,...

Examines empire networks throughout history and in the present day, arguing that key issues within the new world order may enable significant social transformation and global democracy.

John Conybeare examines the motivations at work behind the consolidation of the automotive industry worldwide into six giant conglomerates. He shows that the publicly anticipated goals are not always achieved and reveals that the real reasons behind mergers are not always what they seem to be.

"International trade has shaped the modern world, yet until now no single book has been available for both economists and general readers that traces the history of the international economy from its earliest beginnings to the present day. Power and Plenty fills this gap, providing the first full account of world trade and development over the course of the last millennium." "Ronald Findlay and Kevin O'Rourke examine the successive waves of globalization...

With high growth rates in Asia, most notably in China, India, and Southeast and Central Asia, Eurasia's economic centre of gravity is rapidly shifting to the East. At the same time, most of Europe faces serious barriers to growth in the long term. This volume examines the causes and consequences of this major shift in economic power.