Routledge - The New Global Politics: Social Movements Book

Explore the changing landscape of international activism with The New Global Politics: Global Social Movements in the Twenty-First Century. Part of the Rethinking Globalizations series, this edited volume from Routledge examines the unprecedented wave of street protests that have shaped the modern era. This book investigates the nature and dynamics of contemporary political mobilization. It provides a deep look into movements that have influenced progressive governments in Latin America, the Arab Spring, Occupy movements across the United States and Europe, and democracy protests in China. By analyzing these global shifts, the text offers a comprehensive view of how social movements operate in the current century. Readers will find detailed case studies spanning diverse regions including Latin America, North and South Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. This collection is an essential resource for those studying the current status of global political change and the revolutionary waves defining our world today.