"The first full-scale textbook of its kind, Globalization provides a balanced introduction to the major topics in globalization studies. Develops a unique perspective on globalization early in the book and uses it throughout to orient and organize discussion of a wide range of topics and parts of the world. Integrated use of a wide array of materials - empirical research, theories, newspaper and magazine articles, monographs, popular books, etc. Makes extensive use of maps throughout to illustrate key points about globalization. Includes a glossary of key terms. Designed to work either on its own or as a package with an accompanying cross-referenced reader constructed around the basic concepts of globalization."--Publisher's website.