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Dive into the pivotal challenges of our time with the sixth edition of Global Issues, an essential resource for understanding the intricate dynamics of our increasingly globalized world. This comprehensive textbook, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2021, offers a multidisciplinary exploration of various critical themes including climate change, socio-economic inequalities, and sustainable development. With its engaging 400 pages of insightful content, this book empowers students and readers alike to think critically about pressing global problems.
Unlock a wealth of knowledge as you discover the interconnectedness of political science, economics, sociology, and ecology. The revised sixth edition presents updated case studies and in-depth research focusing on key areas such as food security and the impact of climate change on development. With fresh discussions on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, energy challenges, and environmental trends, this book is a must-have for anyone seeking to grasp the complexities of global issues today.
Global Issues also covers essential topics like population growth, demographic shifts, and the governance challenges associated with sustainable solutions in a rapidly changing world. Whether you are a student, educator, or socially conscious individual, delve into a text that not only highlights current dilemmas but also paves the way for informed discussions about future governance and ethical considerations.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781119538509.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119538509
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 400
Description:
An introduction to the most important issues facing an increasingly globalized world with this thoroughly updated and revised sixth edition.
Global Issues is an accessible, wide-ranging introduction to the major environmental and development issues confronting the modern world. Spanning disciplines such as political science, economics, sociology, ecology, international relations, and development studies, this popular textbook enables students to develop a broad perspective on the relationships between nations, society, corporations, and the environment in various contexts. Exploring issues surrounding wealth, poverty, inequality, climate change, natural resources, pollution, technology, and others, the text illustrates the importance of global solutions to the issues facing increasingly interdependent nations around the world
This sixth edition has been extensively revised to ensure contemporary relevance, featuring updated case studies and compelling research on food security, poverty, and the impact of climate change on development. New discussions explore energy, the UN Sustainable Development Goals, differences in the social and economic conditions of rich and poor countries, and environmental trends. Providing an integrated, multidisciplinary perspective, this unique text:
Examines the intersection of development, inequality, environment, and society
Covers topically relevant issues such as population growth, shifting demographics, renewable energy, and the threats that development poses to the environment
Discusses possible future scenarios and governance concerns rel
Unlock a wealth of knowledge as you discover the interconnectedness of political science, economics, sociology, and ecology. The revised sixth edition presents updated case studies and in-depth research focusing on key areas such as food security and the impact of climate change on development. With fresh discussions on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, energy challenges, and environmental trends, this book is a must-have for anyone seeking to grasp the complexities of global issues today.
Global Issues also covers essential topics like population growth, demographic shifts, and the governance challenges associated with sustainable solutions in a rapidly changing world. Whether you are a student, educator, or socially conscious individual, delve into a text that not only highlights current dilemmas but also paves the way for informed discussions about future governance and ethical considerations.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781119538509.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119538509
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 400
Description:
An introduction to the most important issues facing an increasingly globalized world with this thoroughly updated and revised sixth edition.
Global Issues is an accessible, wide-ranging introduction to the major environmental and development issues confronting the modern world. Spanning disciplines such as political science, economics, sociology, ecology, international relations, and development studies, this popular textbook enables students to develop a broad perspective on the relationships between nations, society, corporations, and the environment in various contexts. Exploring issues surrounding wealth, poverty, inequality, climate change, natural resources, pollution, technology, and others, the text illustrates the importance of global solutions to the issues facing increasingly interdependent nations around the world
This sixth edition has been extensively revised to ensure contemporary relevance, featuring updated case studies and compelling research on food security, poverty, and the impact of climate change on development. New discussions explore energy, the UN Sustainable Development Goals, differences in the social and economic conditions of rich and poor countries, and environmental trends. Providing an integrated, multidisciplinary perspective, this unique text:
Examines the intersection of development, inequality, environment, and society
Covers topically relevant issues such as population growth, shifting demographics, renewable energy, and the threats that development poses to the environment
Discusses possible future scenarios and governance concerns rel