The Changing World (Paperback)

Patricia Fara

ISBN 10: 0521283280 / ISBN 13: 9780521283281

Published by Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2012

About this Item

Paperback. This book was originally published in 1996. At the time of publication, a number of unexpected and far-reaching events had transformed the world. In rapid succession the disintegration of the Communist bloc reconfigured international relationships, while the ending of apartheid symbolised human faith for a better future. AIDS ravaged developing countries, but it also reshaped scientific research and cultural attitudes towards sexuality. The revolution in genetic medicine coincided with increased rights for minorities and women, yet a growing sensitivity towards our environment means that millennial celebrations are overshadowed by forecasts of ecological catastrophe. In this volume, eight famous experts present their energetic commitment to improvement. These powerful essays enabled a deeper understanding of the challenges confronting modern society. This book was originally published in 1996. At the time of publication, a number of unexpected and far-reaching events had transformed the world. In this volume, eight famous experts present their energetic commitment to improvement. These powerful essays enabled a deeper understanding of the challenges confronting modern society. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Changing World (Paperback)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press, Cambridge
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521283280
• ISBN 13: 9780521283281
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Recent extraordinary and far-reaching events have transformed our world. The disintegration of the Communist Bloc has reconfigured international relationships, while the ending of apartheid symbolizes human commitment to unity. AIDS ravages developing countries, and it also has reshaped scientific research and cultural attitudes towards sexuality. The revolution in genetic medicine has coincided with increased rights for minorities and women. A growing awareness of our environment may cause millennial celebrations to be overshadowed by forecasts of ecological catastrophe. In this groundbreaking new book, eight renowned experts present their view of our changing world, their energetic commitment to improvement reverberating throughout. These powerful essays will inspire any reader to acquire a deeper understanding of the challenges confronting modern society.

Book Description

Recent unexpected and far-reaching events have transformed our world. Eight famous experts, themselves active agents of change, present their view of The Changing World. Their contributions cover politics, human rights, discrimination, AIDS, genetics, and environmental issues from an ecological perspective. The energetic commitment to improvement made by these eminent people reverberates through this stimulating volume. These powerful essays help us acquire a deeper understanding of the challenges confronting modern society.