Political Science : Globalization

This book carves out a new area of democratisation studies by analysing the transnational dimension and the role of non state actors across three different geographical regions. Chapters use data from Europe, Africa and Latin America. more...

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Is globalization beyond human control? In this thought-provoking text, the myths and mantras of this apparently irresistible force are challenged and dissembled. By examining a number of fundamental questions, the contributors put forward a radical reform agenda for global governance. Can the global multilateral system be democratic? Are security and economic concerns separable? Can the development of a global civil society contribute to effective global governance? An important and wide ranging study, this book will be essential reading for graduates and researchers in international relations. more...

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Bringing together a selection of papers from a recent ISATT conference, this takes the central theme of education as a concern within the rhetorics of globalisation. Insights into the nature of teaching and learning result. more...

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A new study of how and why multilateral organizations are increasingly working with private actors, including for-profit companies and corporations; business organizations and private foundations. more...

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A description of the extraordinary transformations which have taken place in Chinese and Taiwanese responses to the environment across the twentieth century. The comparison between China and Taiwan reveals surprising similarities, showing how globalization and shared cultural traditions have outweighed political differences in shaping their environments. more...

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