Looking at cultural appropriation from around the world, this volume uses the field of cultural studies – heavily influenced by both economics and sociology – as a lens through which to view the paradigm of transcultural consumption. The editors pres...

"Studying Social Networks" provides a concise, comprehensive introduction to the process of empirical network research. Students and practitioners new to social research will find easily understandable learning goals, numerous examples, and helpful e...

The articles in this volume investigate the topic of ethnic, national, and transnational identities. Using a wide range of theoretical and methodological approaches, the impact of cross-national migration, changes in political borders, collective mem...

As urban areas have grown and sprawl has spread in recent decades, metropolitan governments around the world have begun to look beyond city borders, establishing regional partnerships to help them deal with issues of transit, resource use, and more"....