Global issues, local arguments : readings for writing

Johnson, June 1953- (Author).

Summary: Global Issues, Local Arguments: Readings for Writing features high-interest arguments on significant global issues and emphasizes their connection to our lives all the while developing critical thinking, rhetorical, analysis, synthesis, argumentation, and research skills.

Record details

ISBN: 020573992X
ISBN: 9780205739929
Physical Description: print
xxvi, 550 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Boston : Longman, c2010.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

1. Exploring and defining globalization -- 2. Analyzing and writing arguments -- 3. Trading goods: consumerism, free trade, ans sweatshops -- 4. Trading financial risk and jobs: the global economic crisis -- 5. Crossing borders: immigration -- 6. Protecting the environment: water issues and emerging energy technologies -- 7. Feeding the world: biotechnology, culture, and local food -- 8. Merging and clashing cultures: media, technology, music, and film -- 9. Defending human rights: trafficking and child labor.