South Asia in the World: An Introduction (Foundations in Global Studies)

Author: Wadley, Susan S
Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Edition: 1
Binding: Paperback
Number of Pages: 312
Release Date: 30-03-2014
EAN: 9780765639677
Languages: English

Details:
This first book in the new Foundations in Global Studies series offers a fresh, comprehensive, and multidisciplinary introduction to South Asia. The diverse social, cultural, economic, and political life of the region is explored within the context of globalising forces that affect all regions of the world.

Following a simple strategy used across all books in the series, the volume begins with foundational material, including chapters on history, language, and religion (specific to South Asia). It then transitions into a discussion of globalisation and further narrows the focus through case studies. These case studies expose students to various disciplinary perspectives critical for understanding the region, bringing it to life through topics of high interest and relevance to today’s world.

Resource boxes, a key feature of the book, maintain its relevance and add value by providing links to a rich archive of additional materials, including timely data, reports on current events, official sites, local media, visual material, and more. Additionally, a website developed by Syracuse University's South Asia Center will offer supplementary graphic, narrative, and case study content to complement the book.