With contributions from leading thinkers such as J. Bhagwati and Robert Solow, this edited collection examines some hotly debated issues in today's world. The significance of globalization and its effects on welfare states is discussed and analyzed.
A special chapter is devoted to terrorism, and it is explained why some people are willing to sacrifice their lives to gain 'heavenly goods'. The role of multinationals in the globalization process is examined as is the importance of changing and evolving social norms regarding work and leisure for the survival of today's welfare states.
| ISBN: | 9781403918949 |
| Publication date: | 19th April 2004 |
| Author: | Bo Södersten |
| Publisher: | Palgrave Macmillan an imprint of Palgrave Macmillan UK |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 272 pages |
| Series: | International Political Economy Series |
| Genres: |
Political economy Globalization Sociology International relations International economics Development economics and emerging economies |
With contributions from leading thinkers such as J. Bhagwati and Robert Solow, this edited collection examines some hotly debated issues in today's world.
Globalization and the Welfare State features in the following genres: Political economy, Globalization, Sociology, International relations, International economics, Development economics and emerging economies
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Globalization and the Welfare State was written by Bo Södersten and published by Palgrave Macmillan an imprint of Palgrave Macmillan UK
Globalization and the Welfare State has 272 pages
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