People Count!
Networked Individuals in Global Politics
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Inc
Published:30th Oct '07
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As the world grows more complex, People Count! emphasizes the essential role of individuals in shaping events and societal dynamics.
In People Count!, the author explores the evolving role of individuals in an increasingly interconnected world. The premise is straightforward yet profound: as global complexities grow, the significance of people as 'networked individuals' has never been more critical. The book delves into how personal connections and social networks influence events and decisions on both local and global scales.
The narrative emphasizes that individuals are not just passive participants but active agents who shape their environments. By examining the various roles people play within their families, communities, and societies, People Count! highlights the importance of understanding these dynamics in the context of modern challenges. The author presents compelling examples and case studies that illustrate how personal relationships can drive social change and impact broader societal issues.
Ultimately, People Count! serves as a call to recognize the power of individuals in a complex world. It encourages readers to consider their own roles and responsibilities within their networks, advocating for greater awareness of how interconnectedness can lead to meaningful change. This insightful exploration invites reflection on the ways in which we can leverage our connections to navigate the complexities of contemporary life.
“For five decades Jim Rosenau has made scholars and students look at international relations in new and creative ways. In the compelling and accessible People Count!, he continues to do so, reorienting our thinking about IR to the micro-level–where individuals ‘shape and are shaped by the macro organizations to which they belong.’”
--Harvey Starr, University of South Carolina
“People Count is a welcome addition to the small but rapidly growing scholarly and instructional literature that aims to put people back into world politics.”
--Mary Ann Tetreault, Trinity University
“Read People Count! to find out how individuals and groups steer the big processes in international relations. A master scholar, Rosenau has written one of his best books. Truly a landmark work!”
—James H. Mittelman, American University
ISBN: 9781594514159
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 294g
200 pages