The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy - 2nd Edition by Pietra Rivoli (Paperback)

The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy is an eye-opening narrative that takes readers on a journey around the world, revealing the complexities of globalization through the lens of a simple T-shirt.

This critically-acclaimed book uncovers the political and economic forces at work in the global economy, tracing the life story of a T-shirt from a Texas cotton field to a Chinese factory and back to a U.S.

storefront before arriving at the used clothing market in Africa.

With updates through 2014, this new printing provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the people, industries, and policies related to the T-shirt's life story.

By examining the global economic and political forces that explain trade patterns between countries, analyzing complex moral issues related to globalization and international business, and discovering the importance of cultural and human elements in international trade, this book encapsulates a number of complex issues into a single identifiable object.

Whether you're a businessperson, policymaker, or global citizen, The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of globalization and the impact it has on our daily lives.