Introduction
Chapter 1: Social Transformations and Development(s) in a Globalized World
Chapter 2: The Sociological and Anthropological Study of Globalization and Localization
Chapter 3: Transformations of Local Socio-economic Practices in a Global World
Chapter 4: Globalization and the Transformation of Social Inequality
Chapter 5: Transnational Migrations and Social Transformations
Chapter 6: Socio-economic Impacts of the Global Financial crisis
Chapter 7: Communication, Media, Technology, and Global Social Change
Chapter 8: Global Social Change and the Environment
Chapter 9: Conflict, Competition, Cooperation, and Global Change
Chapter 10: Globalization and Social Movements: Human Agency and Mobilizations for Change
Chapter 11: Final Remarks: Social Change in a Global World
References

Renowned author Ulrike Schuerkens presents an in-depth exploration of social transformations and developments. Combining an international approach with up-to-date research, the book:

• Has dedicated chapters on contemporary topics including technology, new media, war and terror, political culture and inequality
• Includes an analysis of societal structures - inequality, globalization, transnationalism
• Contains learning features including: discussion questions, annotated further reading, chapter summaries and pointers to online resources to assist with study

A must buy for students taking modules in social change, social inequality, social theory and globalization.