From Globalization to World Society
by Boris Holzer
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Since the 1970s, various sociological approaches have tried to understand and conceptualize "the global," yet few of them have systematically addressed the full spectrum of social relationships. Prominent exponents of the global approach - such as world systems analysis - instead have focused on particular domains such as politics or the economy. Under the label of "world society," however, some authors have suggested alternatives to the predominant equivocation of society and the nation-state.
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This sociological work offers a comprehensive framework for understanding global social relationships, moving beyond traditional nation-state models to examine the complex web of interactions that constitute world society. Holzer systematically addresses the limitations of earlier globalization theories that focused narrowly on political or economic domains, presenting instead a holistic approach to conceptualizing global interconnectedness. The book traces the evolution of sociological thought about global systems since the 1970s, challenging readers to reconsider what constitutes society in an increasingly borderless world.
What distinguishes this analysis is its rigorous examination of how world society theory provides viable alternatives to conventional nation-state paradigms. Students and scholars of international relations, globalization studies, and social theory will find particularly valuable insights in Holzer's systematic deconstruction of established global approaches like world systems analysis. The book's strength lies in its ability to synthesize decades of sociological discourse into a coherent vision of global social relationships, making it essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the structural forces shaping our interconnected planet.
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