This text uses sociological perspectives to examine the various dimensions of globalization, and the social problems of inequality, war and violence, and environmental sustainability that are occurring on a global scale. Clear writing and vivid examples help students to better understand their role as global citizens.
The book is divided into three parts:
Part I focuses on the challenges of global inequalities: in life chances, wages and work, gender and education.
Part II focuses on conflict and violence at all levels: from crime to politics, terrorism to war.
Part III focuses on the issue of sustainability and the problems of urbanization, crowding and environmental destruction.
Table of Contents:
BRIEF TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Introduction: The Global Century
I. SEEKING AN EQUITABLE WORLD: ISSUES OF INEQUALITY
Chapter 1. Class: A World of Rich and Poor
Chapter 2. Work: The Global Assembly Line
Chapter 3. Gender and Family: Overburdened Women and Displaced Men
Chapter 4. Education: Access and Success
II. SEEKING A PEACEFUL WORLD: ISSUES OF CONFLICT
Chapter 5. Crime: Fear in the Streets
Chapter 6. War: States of Terror
Chapter 7. Democracy and Human Rights: Having Our Say
Chapter 8. Ethnicity and Religion: Deep Roots and Unholy Hate.
III. SEEKING A SUSTAINABLE WORLD: ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Chapter 9. Urbanization: Cities Without Limits
Chapter 10. Population and Health: Only the Poor Die Young
Chapter 11. Technology and Energy: Panacea or Pandoras Box?
Chapter 12. Ecology: How Much Can One Planet Take?
