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The IJURR Book Series has established itself as a cornerstone in the field of global urban studies, pushing the boundaries of critical, interdisciplinary, and theory-driven urban research across the globe. Entering a new phase with its partnership with UC Press starting in 2024, the IJURR Book Serie

In Seeding Empire, Aaron Eddens rewrites an enduring story about the past—and future—of global agriculture. Eddens connects today's efforts to cultivate a "Green Revolution in Africa" to a history of American projects that introduced capitalist agriculture across the Global South. Expansive in scope

Author and activist Cynthia Enloe ©Kristinn Ingvarsson"Twelve Feminist Lessons of War should be treated as a celebration of Enloe’s groundbreaking work."—Megan MacKenzie for The World TodayNamed a "Top 10 Book for International Women's Day" by International AffairsRenowned scholar-activi

"The debate about methodological nationalism has clearly influenced our approach, and the possibility of a social science less bound by national traditions and the nation state as the seemingly 'natural' unit of analysis"

"Measures of prosperity in the 21st century must consider social wellbeing and environmental sustainability. Only then can governments and businesses take the necessary actions to ensure the continued thriving of our societies."

This guest post is part of our ASA blog series published in conjunction with the meeting of the American Sociological Association in New York City, NY, August 10-13. #ASA19By Abigail Leslie Andrews, author of Undocumented Politics: Place, Gender, and the Pathways of Mexican MigrantsFor p