The Globalization Syndrome: Transformation and Resistance Paperback - 2000

First line

THE MANIFESTATIONS of globalization include the spatial reorganization of production, the interpenetration of industries across borders, the spread of financial markets, the diffusion of identical consumer goods to distant countries, massive transfers of population-mainly within the South as well as from the South and the East to the West-resultant conflicts between immigrant and established communities in formerly tight-knit neighborhoods, and an emerging worldwide (though not universal) preference for democracy.

From the rear cover

"An impressive book, both for its theoretical interest and its depth of empirical research. James Mittelman's work is distinctive in treating globalization from the standpoint of those who are impacted by it, and especially those who are hurt by it. Anyone convinced of the truth of neoliberal economics should be aware of his arguments, if only to understand the challenge they present. Others, less convinced of the merits of neoliberal economics, will read this book as a call to develop alternative economic, social, and political projects for a future of greater social equity."--Robert W. Cox, York University

"The Globalization Syndrome is an altogether outstanding work that should command favorable attention from decision-makers affected by globalization and from the scholarly community. James Mittelman writes with a compelling moral passion for social justice, without sacrificing analytical vigor, and takes the reader on a journey to search for the causes of present trends."--Edward S. Greenberg, University of Colorado, Boulder

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Citations

• Choice, 09/01/2000, Page 182