The Politics of International Economic Relations
by By Spero, Joan Edelman and Hart, Jeffrey A.
Category: Political Science , International Relations , General

The sixth edition of this text gives greater emphasis to economic globalization and focuses on changes that continue to reshape the international arena. Coverage of political and economic relations, economic polarization in developing nations, and the forces of economic change in former communist countries has been strengthened for this edition. There is new information on the various monetary crises of the late 1990s, the early years of the World Trade Organization, and the growth in foreign direct investment, and more discussion of the relationship between globalization and governance. Spero is president of a charitable foundation. Hart teaches political science at Indiana University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)