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xi, 160 pages ; 22 cm. The book provides a clear and critical overview of globalization, combining history, economic and political theory, and an analysis of its contemporary impacts. Michie emphasizes that globalization is neither inevitable nor entirely recent—it has deep historical roots in the development of capitalism and in political decisions made by governments and corporations. Contenidos : Introduction: what's going on and what's it all about? Globalisation in historical context The theory of globalisation Technology, innovation and globalisation Multinationals, corporate diversity and globalisation The practice of globalisation The global architecture Global challenges: conflict and terrorism; inequality; economic crises; and climate change Tax competition, avoidance and evasion and unproductive capital Policy implications for governments and political parties Conclusion Jonathan Michie, Professor of Innovation and Knowledge Exchange, Director of the Department for Continuing Education and President of Kellogg College, University of Oxford, UK. Includes bibliographical references (pages 138-153) and index. Globalization JZ1318 .M624a 2017 9781784710699 9781784710712 2016962545 DLC 161214 20260107175418.0 19407436 eng