Transnationalism and Society: An Introduction - Softcover

Howard, Michael C.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0786464542 ISBN 13: 9780786464548

Publisher: McFarland, 2011

Synopsis

In the past, as in the present, transnationalism has played a vital role in the development of wealth, technology and art in all societies touched by cultures other than their own. This timely book provides an introduction to the social and cultural aspects of transnationalism, particularly focusing on the modern world since 1500, with an emphasis on the past 200 years. Topics covered include the role of migration, the development of cities, the effect of transnationalism on marriage and families, the presence of transnational corporations, dress, religion and art. A key text for understanding our increasingly transnational world.

About this title

About the Author:

Michael C. Howard is a professor of international studies at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver. He has conducted research and written extensively on Southeast Asia, Australia, and the South Pacific. He is editor of the series Studies in the Material Cultures of Southeast Asia and author or editor of more than 30 books.

Review:

"Howard provides a multidisciplinary, undergraduate-level introduction to social and cultural aspects of transnationalism. He takes a historical approach to the material, covering transnationalism in the modern world since the 1500s, emphasizing developments from the 1800s to the present"--Reference & Research Book News.

About this edition

• Publisher: McFarland
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0786464542
• ISBN 13: 9780786464548
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 321