Theories of Globalization

'In this timely volume Barrie Axford, acclaimed scholar of globalization, brings us a critical assessment of the latest debates and distinct schools of thought on one of the most vital concepts of our time. Sweeping, ambitious, and interdisciplinary, this work will be essential reading for students, scholars and anyone concerned with the current state of thinking about our global society.' William Robinson, University of California, Santa Barbara "This impressive and wide-ranging text provides a valuable survey of some of the most influential intellectual debates about contemporary globalization." Matthew Sparke, University of Washington "Barrie Axford has produced a truly outstanding interrogation of the vast array of theories of - and approaches to - globalization and globality. Adopting a cross-disciplinary stance, he has compiled a volume that is both even-handed and, in the best sense, critical. Axford is to be congratulated for his insightfulness, comprehensiveness and, indeed, wisdom." Roland Robertson, University of Pittsburgh and University of Aberdeen