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This reader focus on the process of globalization and how it shapes societies and groups. Particular focus is placed on the United States, and its role in the globalization process, and whether the effects of globalization can be viewed as beneficial or harmful to society. The articles reflect a wide variety of concerns, and are drawn from both scholarly as well as popular sources.
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Containing both positive and critical views, this reader compiled by Eitzen (Colorado State U.) and Zinn (Michigan State U.) examines controversial issues and debates surrounding the sociological analysis of the diverse phenomena of globalization. Forty-three papers address economic, political, and cultural aspects. They also examine the role of globalization in changing gender and family arrangements, the threat of terrorism, and changing global social structures. A number are devoted to the globalization of social problems such as slavery, global warming, slavery, tobacco-related health problems, and infectious disease, among others. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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