Going Global: The Textile and Apparel Industry

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The production and distribution of textile and apparel products is a truly global industry, making it crucial to be aware of the most current political, social, and economic developments within the international marketplace. The second edition of Going Global expands and updates discussion of ethics and social responsibility, trade agreements, and the role of China and other emerging countries in the international apparel industry, as well as featuring new case studies. Without overwhelming students with data that may become quickly outdated, this text exposes them to the language and basic concepts of the global textile and apparel trade.New to this edition:- Updated information throughout, including more cultural information about the countries covered while maintaining 12 chapter organisation- Additional specific information about sourcing - Global Lexicon defining important terms- Learning Activities throughout- Updated case studies - Expanded and updated content regarding consumption and counterfeitingInstructor's Resources:- Instructor's Guide provides suggestions for planning the course and using the text -- in the classroom- PowerPoint Presentation provides a framework for classroom lectures and discussions for each chapter; compatible with PC and Mac platforms