Beschreibung:
This book focuses on how globalization is impacting contemporary Israel, it focuses on two conflicting trends; liberal democracy with a cosmopolitan edge, and ethno-religious traditionalism. Ram's book will stand as an ideal introduction to contemporary Israel and its place in the world.
Preface: It Could be Any City. Introduction: The Globalization Paradigm in Israel 1. Globalization 2. Polarization 3. Post-Fordization 4. Americanization 5. McDonaldization 6. Postnationalization. Conclusion: Israel as Studied by the Globalization Paradigm