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This award-winning book explores one of the most successful cultures and society the world has ever seen-capitalism. From its European roots more than 500 years ago to the present, the book examines the problems of capitalism's expansion, inequality, environmental destruction, and social unrest. KEY TOPICS- Global Problems and the Culture of Capitalism provides the reader with the anthropological, economic, and historical framework to understand the origins of global problems, why globalization and the global expansion of the culture of capitalism has generated protest and resistance, and the steps that are necessary to solve global problems. As one reviewer said, "This is a book that will doubtless create debate and controversy, but its topic should be pondered seriously by all who consider themselves citizens of our world society today." MARKET- For anyone interested in global issues and international affairs.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1039860 in Books
• Published on: 2001-12-11
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 432 pages

Synopsis
This award-winning text explores one of the most successful cultures and society the world has ever seen - capitalism. Now available with a free online reader. From its European roots more than 500 years ago to the present, the text examines the problems of capitalism's expansion, inequality, environmental destruction, and social unrest. Global Problems and the Culture of Capitalism provides the reader with the anthropological, economic, and historical framework to understand the origins of global problems, why globalization and the global expansion of the culture of capitalism has generated protest and resistance, and the steps that are necessary to solve global problems. As one reviewer said, "This is a book that will doubtless create debate and controversy, but its topic should be pondered seriously by all who consider themselves citizens of our world society today."

From the Back Cover
This award-winning text explores one of the most successful cultures and societies the world has ever seen—capitalism.
The Third Edition of Global Problems and the Culture of Capitalism provides the reader with the anthropological, economic, and historical framework to understand the origins of global problems, why globalization and the global expansion of the culture of capitalism have generated protest and resistance, and the steps necessary to solve global problems. Up-to-date information throughout the text helps students maintain a current view of the rapidity of global change. As one reviewer writes, "In today's world of global cultures the key to solving the problems of the future depends on understanding the cultures of today. Robbins' book spells this out in clear and easy-to-read prose. It is the one book that every college student should be required to read."
Special Features-
Takes a student-oriented, problem-based approach, focusing on social problems such as hunger, poverty, environmental devastation, disease, gender issues, and social conflict.
Helps students to understand the cultural roots of global problems and the changes that are necessary if these problems are to be solved.
The concluding chapter, "Constructing the Citizen-Activist," provides students with ways to conceptualize social activism.
A discussion of economic development gives students a perspective on the problems inherent with economic development schemes (Chapter 6).
New material on terrorism (Chapters 11 and 13) and slavery in the global economy (Chapter 2) addresses issues relevant to the world today.
Expanded discussion of ethnic conflict and genocide (Chapter 10) and the role and meaning of money (Chapter 1, 2, 3, and 4) and privatization of the military (Chapter 4) allows for more in- depth classroom discussion.
Expanded introductions to Parts I, II, and III.
Also Available-
Talking Points on Global Issues Reader, Second Edition by Richard Robbins.
This reader contains twenty-nine readings that correspond to the chapters of the text and is designed to promote discussion and thought on global issues that have a direct bearing on our everyday lives.