The global village companion
Subtitle: an A to Z guide to understanding current world affairs
By: David Levinson and Karen Christensen.
Contributors: Christensen, Karen, 1957-
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Published: 1996
Place of publication: Santa Barbara, Calif
Language: eng
Number of pages: 438
Subjects: History, Modern -- 1945- -- Dictionaries
Description: The Global Village Companion will help readers understand how new and developing influences around the world are affecting the way we live and work, as well as our political and economic situations.

With more than 400 general entries that describe over 1,000 terms, The Global Village Companion covers several related topics within a single entry. In addition to individual definitions, the historical context and global significance of included phrases are also covered. Extensive cross-referencing, a detailed subject index, a bibliography, appendix, and maps help readers explore and uncover connections between related ideas.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 405-420) and index.