Smith (sociology, State U. of New York at Stony Brook) and Johnston (sociology, San Diego State U.) bring together essays that assess the implications of globalization of political mobilization and explore the way that social movement actors are able to affect change in global political processes. Most of the material focuses on how global forces impact particular organizations or campaigns, but two chapters explore the building of transnational networks by environmental and other groups. Specific topics include Irish transnational social movements, the shaping of protected area systems in less developed countries, the anti-dam movement in Brazil, and the U.S.-Central American peace movement. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)