Social changes in a global world

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From renowned author Ulrike Schuerkens comes an in-depth exploration of social transformations and developments. Combining an international approach with up-to-date research, this book provides a comprehensive introduction perfect for a range of Sociology courses taught at first and second year.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Schuerkens,Ulrike
Format: Printed Book
Published: London Sage 2017.
Subjects:
Social change.
Globalization > Social aspects.
Table of Contents:
  • About the Author, p.vı
  • Preface, p.vii
  • Acknowledgements, p.ix
  • Introduction, p.x
  • 1 Social Transformations and Development(s) in a Globalized World, p.1
  • 2 The Sociological and Anthropological Study of Globalization and Localization, p.19
  • 3 Transformations ofLocal Socio-ecorıomic Practices in a Global World, p.134
  • 4 Globalization and the Transformation of Social Inequality, p.61
  • 5 Transnational Migrations and Social Transformations, p.86
  • 6 Socio-economic Impacts of the Global Financial Crisis, p.110
  • 7 Communication, Media, Technology, and Global Social Change, p.138
  • 8 Global Social Change and the Environment, p.156
  • 9 Conilict, Competition, Cooperation, and Global Change, p.170
  • 10 Globalization and Social Movements: Human Ageneyand Mobilizations for Change, p.191
  • 11 Final Remarks: Social Change in a Global World, p.209
  • Bibliography, p.215
  • Index, p.251

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