Description
Book SynopsisGlobal Issues in the Context of Spaces examines globalization using the concept of space to contextualize discussion of global issues. The manuscript uses the concept of space to contextualize global issues because spaces are the theater of human activity. Global issues result from specific dynamics emerging between people and their activities within specific spaces. The growth of population, the increase of human activity, and the usage of new spaces explain the complexity and challenges of global issues today.
Table of ContentsChapter 1—Space Related Concepts as Primary Locus of Human Activities and Issues Chapter 2—Space, Identity, and Global Issues Chapter 3—Gender Issues as Space Issues Chapter 4—Structured Spaces as Cause of Global Issues Chapter 5—Religion and Politics: Competing for the Public Space Chapter 6—Civilizations and Space Chapter 7—The Global Space: From the Columbian Epoch to Globalization Chapter 8—Globalization of Space and its Implications Chapter 9—Globalization Issues: The Environment, Immigration, Global Health, Human Trafficking Chapter 10—Role and Place of Nations in the Global Space Chapter 11—The Cyber Space: A New Space and its Issues
