Dictionary of Globalization

The <i>Dictionary of Globalization</i> provides a critical overview of the contemporary globalization debate, bringing together all the disparate elements of a vast and ever-growing literature. <p>Framed by a lively introductory chapter which examines the emergence and propulsion of this concept into widespread usage, the dictionary comprises an A-Z of entries covering every major aspect of the globalization debate from 9/11 to Zapatistas, the World Bank to the World Social Forum.</p> <p>The entries, ranging from 100 to 500 words in length, are divided into three core categories:<br /> </p> <ul> <li style=”list-style: none”><br /> </li> <li>institutions and organizations</li> <li style=”list-style: none”><br /> </li> <li>processes and phenomena</li> <li style=”list-style: none”><br /> </li> <li>key thinkers</li> </ul> <br /> <p>Each entry is accompanied by a few carefully selected recommendations for further reading to help students deepen their understanding of the topic in question. The dictionary also concludes with a section of additional readings grouped around key themes such as economic, political and cultural globalization.</p> <p>Designed to facilitate the readers own critical engagement with the complex ideas behind different perspectives on globalization, the dictionary is an invaluable guide for students, researchers and policy-makers.</p>