GLOBALIZATION IN QUESTION

Book Details

• Authors: Grahame Thompson, Paul Hirst

• ISBN: 9788131609163

• Edition: 3rd Edition

• Binding: Hardcover

• Release Date: 01-02-2018

• Languages: English

• Package Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.6 x 0.9 inches

About the Book
‘Globalization’ is a key concept in contemporary discussions, often cited as a defining force in shaping the modern world. Widely debated across both political and academic spheres, globalization is perceived by many as a transformative process that has ushered in a new phase in international capitalism. The term is used by both the right and the left as a cornerstone of their analyses of the global economy and politics.

However, Globalization in Question challenges this assumption, providing a critical perspective on the global economy. It offers an alternative view, questioning whether a genuinely global economy truly exists. This best-selling book presents a different account of international economic dynamics and emphasizes the potential for continued governance of global processes.

The third edition of this book has been thoroughly updated, incorporating new chapters and revisions to address the developments in the international economy since its previous editions. Among the key topics explored are the growing supra-national regionalization of the global economy, the rise of India and China as emerging superpowers, and the shifting prospects for global governance.

This updated edition continues to serve as a crucial resource for students and scholars in disciplines such as politics, sociology, economics, and geography. It also provides valuable insights for journalists and policymakers grappling with the impact and future of globalization.

Contents

1. Introduction: The Contours of Globalization

2. Globalization and the History of the International Economy

3. Multinational Companies and the Internationalization

4. Globalization and International Competitiveness

5. Emerging Markets and the Advanced Economies

6. Supranational Regionalization or Globalization?

7. General Governance Issues

8. Globalization, Governance, and the Nation-State

About the Authors

• Paul Hirst (Late): Former Professor of Sociology and Politics at Birkbeck College, University of London.

• Grahame Thompson: Professor of Political Economy at the Open University.

• Simon Bromley: Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Studies at the Open University.