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Blowout: Corrupted Democracy, Rogue State Russia, and the Richest, Most Destructive Industry on Earth

by Rachel Maddow
RM48.14 MYR
Blowout: Corrupted Democracy, Rogue State Russia, and the Richest, Most Destructive Industry on Earth
Blowout: Corrupted Democracy, Rogue State Russia, and the Richest, Most Destructive Industry on Earth

Exposing the oil industry's corrosive global grip.

Maddow's "Blowout" offers a daring and insightful tour of the murky intersections between global politics and the oil industry. Her sharp wit pierces through the complex narrative, unearthing the impact of fossil fuels on corruption, democracy, and global unrest. If you're eager to understand how these forces shape our world, Maddow serves as an incisive guide, ready to challenge your perceptions about the oil that fuels our lives literally and figuratively.

  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Nonfiction (2019)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Blowout: Corrupted Democracy, Rogue State Russia, and the Richest, Most Destructive Industry on Earth

by Rachel Maddow
RM48.14 MYR
ISBN: 9780525575474
Authors: Rachel Maddow
Publisher: Crown
Date of Publication: 2019-10-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Politics, Business, Science, Economics, History
Related Topics: Politics, History, Journalism, Social Science
Goodreads rating: 4.35
(rated by 15147 readers)
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Exposing the oil industry's corrosive global grip.

Maddow's "Blowout" offers a daring and insightful tour of the murky intersections between global politics and the oil industry. Her sharp wit pierces through the complex narrative, unearthing the impact of fossil fuels on corruption, democracy, and global unrest. If you're eager to understand how these forces shape our world, Maddow serves as an incisive guide, ready to challenge your perceptions about the oil that fuels our lives literally and figuratively.

  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Nonfiction (2019)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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Margaret Thomas | World Scientific Publishing Company

Why Not? Thinking About Singapore's Tomorrow

from RM107.84 MYR

Goodreads rating: 5.0

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If you find yourself often contemplating the future societal landscape, particularly within the vibrant context of Singapore, this book could be just what you're looking for. It's a tapestry of perspectives from a kaleidoscope of Singaporean lives, each thread weaving into the next to picture a tomorrow that is both aspirational and grounded. Engage with these visions and find yourself asking—and perhaps answering—the 'Why not?'s of your own ideal society.
The Great Divergence: America's Growing Inequality Crisis and What We Can Do About It
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The Great Divergence: America's Growing Inequality Crisis and What We Can Do About It

RM51.87 MYR from RM40.67 MYR 28% off

Goodreads rating: 3.75

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If you're puzzled by the widening economic chasm in America, "The Great Divergence" by Timothy Noah is a title you shouldn't miss. It's more than just numbers and statistics; it's a revelation of the sharp turn in American societal fabric over recent decades. Noah's methodical examination eschews partisan finger-pointing, offering a foundational understanding and prompting a crucial dialogue about our collective future.
A Thousand Miles to Freedom: My Escape from North Korea
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A Thousand Miles to Freedom: My Escape from North Korea

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Goodreads rating: 3.97

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Hillary Rodham Clinton | Simon & Schuster

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