Global Nation? Australia and the Politics of Globalisation |
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| Author:
| Wiseman, John |
| ISBN: | 978-0-521-59755-5 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 1998 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $39.99 |
Book Description:
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Globalisation is one of the buzzwords of the late twentieth century, yet its meaning is elusive. Retrenchments, global warming, currency devaluations and so on are often explained as unavoidable consequences of globalisation, and even everyday things from food and clothes to television are apparently impacted upon by globalisation. This book provides an accessible exploration of the meanings and implications of globalisation. It explores a range of existing and potential responses to...
More DescriptionGlobalisation is one of the buzzwords of the late twentieth century, yet its meaning is elusive. Retrenchments, global warming, currency devaluations and so on are often explained as unavoidable consequences of globalisation, and even everyday things from food and clothes to television are apparently impacted upon by globalisation. This book provides an accessible exploration of the meanings and implications of globalisation. It explores a range of existing and potential responses to the globalisation process, arguing that there may be alternatives.