Böcker av George (University of Maryland) Ritzer

The new edition of the benchmark work in the field, extensively revised and expanded throughout The Wiley-Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology, 2nd Edition is the definitive reference work for students, researchers, librarians, and academics in the field. Presenting in-depth coverage of all the major sub-disciplines of sociology, this comprehensive resource contains more than 2700 specially commissioned entries written and edited by an international team of leading scholars. Published as both an online edition and as an twelve-volume set, The Wiley-Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology, 2nd Edition provides a comprehensive, up-to-date guide of key concepts, theories, methodologies, ideas, research, and debates in the expansive field of sociology and beyond. The second edition contains more than 300 entirely new entries reflecting original work on topics related to globalization, social and political movements, genders and sexualities, race and ethnicity, nationalism, health and society, social theory, and more. Many previous entries have been carefully examined and updated with new data, new ideas, recent publications, and more. An unparalleled resource for mapping contemporary sociology and generating new debates, The Wiley-Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology, 2nd Edition: Provides clear and concise descriptions of key concepts in sociology, written by leading experts in the field. Contains an unparalleled range of entries, from definitions of key terms to extended explorations of contemporary topics. Covers foundational work, recent developments, new research, and emerging trends in the field. Includes sociological research and theories from around the world, with particular attention paid to the increasingly global nature of sociological research. Features sophisticated cross-referencing and search tools, the most globally comprehensive timeline in print, a lexicon by subject area, and extensive bibliographies. Remaining an indispensable reference for academics, researchers, and students in sociology and allied disciplines, The Wiley-Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology, 2nd Edition, is also a must-have for college and university libraries.

An accessible and comprehensive introduction to key concepts in globalization written by leading authors in the fieldIn the comprehensively revised Third Edition of Globalization: A Basic Text, distinguished researchers and authors George Ritzer and Paul Dean deliver an up-to-date introduction to major trends and topics related to the study of globalization. The book includes accessible and rigorous material on the key theories and major topics in globalization, as well as modern developments like the rise of populism and far-right political groups, Brexit, migration and backlash to it, trade negotiations, social media and the spread of misinformation, climate change, social justice issues, and COVID-19.The new edition includes a greater focus on the structures of inequality that encourage or discourage global flows. Additionally, new examples and sources from Central and South America, Africa, and Asia are used to illustrate key concepts, and round out the international coverage of book. Throughout, the authors use clear and helpful metaphors including solids, liquids, gases, and flows to introduce and explain the complex nature of globalization in an engaging and understandable way.Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction to globalization and related processes, including imperialism, colonialism, development, and westernization* An exploration of neoliberalism, including its roots, principles, criticisms, and Neo-Marxist alternatives* A practical discussion of global political structures and processes, as well as global economic flows of production and consumption* A concise treatment of negative global flows and processes, including dangerous imports, diseases, crime, terrorism, and war* Analysis of the changing nature of globalization and de-globalization, and the social movements and technological developments driving these changes* More images, charts, and graphs to help illustrate and highlight the concepts contained in the bookPerfect for advanced undergraduates studying globalization across sociology, political science, geography, anthropology, and economics, Globalization: A Basic Text, Third Edition will also be essential reading for students taking courses in culture, economy and inequality, and migration taught from a global perspective.

Featuring a collection of original chapters by leading and emerging scholars, The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Sociology presents a comprehensive and balanced overview of the major topics and emerging trends in the discipline of sociology today.* Features original chapters contributed by an international cast of leading and emerging sociology scholars* Represents the most innovative and 'state-of-the-art' thinking about the discipline* Includes a general introduction and section introductions with chapters summaries by the editor