Empire in the Age of Globalisation: US Hegemony and Neoliberal Disorder
Ray Kiely
Price
510
ISBN
9788125031956
Language
English
Pages
220
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
140 x 216 mm
Year of Publishing
2007
Territorial Rights
Restricted
Imprint
Orient BlackSwan
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Empire in the Age of Globalisation is perfect for students of globalisation and international studies. It is a comprehensive critical introduction to the relationship between US hegemony and contemporary globalisation. Many introductory textbooks on globalisation tend to be simplistic and conservative. This book moves things forward, providing a critical review of the globalisation debate.

Kiely argues that we can only approach a proper understanding of the contemporary world order by linking globalisation to debates on capitalism, imperialism and universal human rights. He explores US hegemony in this light, showing how ‘liberal internationalism’ cannot be separated from capitalism, neo-liberalism and US empire building. Covering all the major issues, from globalisation theory to international economics, cultural imperialism and global governance, this will be of interest to anyone looking for a refreshing analytical approach.

Ray Kiely is Senior Lecturer in Development Studies at the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. He is the author of a number of books including The Clash of Globalisations (2005) and Industrialisation and Development (1998).