Global Social Issues: An Encyclopedia: An Encyclopedia Contributor(s): Bates, Christopher G. (Author), Ciment, James (Author) |
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ISBN: 0765682931 ISBN-13: 9780765682932 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $49.39 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2014 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Public Policy - Social Services & Welfare |
Dewey: 361.003 |
Physical Information: 360 pages |
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Publisher Description: This landmark reference is a comprehensive, one-stop, interdisciplinary resource that examines current, critical social issues in historical and global contexts. Nearly 150 in-depth, balanced, and thought-provoking articles cover a broad range of critically important topics: the environment, health, science, the media, ethnic conflicts, poverty, and immigration, to name just a few. Each original, signed article provides historical context as well as a thorough discussion and analysis of contemporary issues facing today's interconnected world. |