Amazon.com description: Product Description: Global crises are those that have the potential to damage entire regions or populations in the not-so-distant future. These thought-provoking volumes break down the essentials of some of these critical subjectswhich are often complex issues with deep roots and no easy solutionsexamining the historical context of each issue and the current debates surrounding them. By tackling the social, ethical, environmental, and political angles of each topic, readers will understand the urgent need for viable solutions and will have the tools they need to become more engaged global citizens.