Dialectics of something and nothing: critical reflections on Ritzer's globalization analysis

Abstract

Purpose

Seeks to provide critical reflections on George Ritzer's globalization analysis.

Design/methodology/approach

Draws on a critical reading of Ritzer's work, in particular, his most recent book The Globalization of Nothing.

Findings

Highlights Ritzer's neglect of the dialectic of production and consumption, a dialectic that the author views as central to globalization.

Originality/value

The contributions and limitations of Ritzer's book are identified and discussed.

Citation

Kellner, D. (2005), "Dialectics of something and nothing: critical reflections on Ritzer's globalization analysis", Critical Perspectives on International Business, Vol. 1 No. 4, pp. 263-272. https://doi.org/10.1108/17422040510629737