Introduction to Global Studies - 3rd Edition by John McCormick (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Building on the strengths of the previous edition, this well-established textbook gives students a broad and inclusive overview of the important issues and events of our rapidly changing world. Delving into key debates and topics in global studies, ranging from migration and trade to the global climate emergency and health and disease, this new edition covers the latest developments in global issues, supporting students with an intriguing review of the world as it is today. With popular learning features such as comparisons of the Global and Local and the Global North and South, as well as Contemporary Debates boxes, this text equips students with relevant examples and wide-ranging perspectives for addressing central themes in global studies"--

Book Synopsis

Building on the strengths of the previous edition, this well-established textbook gives students a broad and inclusive overview of the important issues and events of our rapidly changing world. Delving into key debates and topics in global studies, ranging from migration and trade to the global climate emergency and health and disease, this new edition covers the latest developments in global issues, supporting students with an intriguing review of the world as it is today.

With popular learning features such as comparisons of the Global and Local and the Global North and South, as well as Contemporary Debates boxes, this text equips students with relevant examples and wide-ranging perspectives for addressing central themes in global studies.

Ideal for students on introductory global studies and globalization courses, this third edition offers:
-A brand new chapter on food and agriculture
-Chapters have been expanded to allow for more case studies and increased coverage of the themes of globalization, inequality and development
-Figures and tables updated with the most recent data and new details on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals
-A comprehensive companion website, offering an array of resources for both students and lecturers, including a testbank, illustrated lecturer slides, interactive quizzes, and an online media library

Review Quotes

"Flexible enough for instructors to creatively adapt to their teaching style and interests, and broad enough to engage students of all levels and backgrounds." --Daniel Benson, St. Francis College, USA

"Brilliantly weaves together non-Western perspectives, offering an essential, balanced view of our interconnected world." --Xiang Zhang, Nottingham Trent University, UK

"An inspiring publication for students and policymakers interested in global affairs. I will continue recommending this book to my students in the coming years." --Krzysztof Sliwinski, Hong Kong Bapist University, Hong Kong

"An exceptional textbook for students of international and global studies. Accessible and engaging in presentation, it invites students to learn and explore key topics in global studies. The new chapter on food and agriculture as well as the increased attention to globalization, inequality, and development are timely and relevant." --Lena Khor, Lawrence University, USA

"This is the must-have handbook for any student beginning to explore global challenges and opportunities. McCormick strikes the perfect balance between rich, detailed discussion and attractive, accessible material suitable for first-year students." --David Matijasevich, Capilano University, Canada