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This book examines the circulation of knowledge within globalization, focusing on the differences between centers and peripheries of knowledge production in the social sciences.
This book explores the past, present and future of democratic values and practice, focussing on conceptions of democracy that reconcile radical plurality with democratic practices, presenting examples and perspectives framed by ‘globality’, rather than an East/West binary.
Alongside flows of trade and capital, the free movement of professionals, technical personnel, and students is seen as a key aspect of globalization
In the first decade of the twenty-first century, globalization and identity have emerged as the most critical challenges to world peace
For Harry Redner, the phrase "beyond civilization" refers to the new and unprecedented condition the world is now entering—specifically, the condition commonly known as globalization
The horrors of the past century have done little to advance appreciation for the virtues of Western civilization
Papers originally presented at a conference on Structures of the World Political Economy and Future Global Conflict and Cooperation, held in April of 2013 at the University of California-Riverside.
Food is increasingly traded internationally, thereby transforming the organisation of food production and consumption globally and influencing most food-related... Læs mere
Civil society has taken centre stage in international policy debates and global problem solving. This text, by scholars and participants, shows how to understand the changes that are occurring, particularly in relation to international institutions. It includes case studies.
Most civil society organizations (CSOs) operated at national or local levels. However, fresh global organizations and networks are... Læs mere
The second edition of this important book has been fully updated and extended to take account of developments in technology, pedagogy and practice, in particular the growth of distance and e-learning.