This term refers to the part of the world that is generally less affluent and less industrialized (what Barnett calls the "Gap"), in contrast to the “Global North” (Barnett's "Core"), which refers to the wealthy, industrialized nations of North America, Europe and parts of East Asia (mostly Japan). Other terms for the Global South include “underdeveloped nations,” “less developed nations,” and “Third World,” all of which have their problems as terms.
An extensive collection of encyclopedias and other sources with articles on a huge variety of subjects.
A major encyclopedia, with articles on a wide variety of topics.
Links to multiple biographical articles on well-known and not-so-well-known individuals.
Basic information on nations of the world.
Useful for finding current coverage of world issues from other nations' points of view. Full view newspapers from 50+ countries with 30+ languages represented. Newspapers include up to 2 months of back coverage.
Encyclopedia of the global economy : a guide for students and researchersThe official website for the UN. Current issues, reports, treaties, background information... It's huge and very informative.
A website for a non-governmental organization (NGO) that is critical of the existing economic relations among nations, and advocates for a more equitable distribution of wealth.
