With an arresting visual layout designed for today's learners, Diversity Amid Globalization emphasizes the connections and diversity between people and places--challenging students to compare and contrast the regions of the world within thematically organized regional chapters. The Fifth Edition is thoroughly updated with the latest maps and data and a greater focus on the impacts of globalization. Relevant environmental, climate change, and political developments are incorporated throughout, supporting the authors' goal of helping to create more informed, geographically aware students.