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Subrata K. Mitra
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Routledge
Politics in India : Structure, Process and Policy
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If you're curious about how India navigates its complex political terrain, this book is a profound guide. It dives into the nuances of India's transition from colonial rule to democracy, the interplay between traditional society and modern politics, economic growth, and the formidable challenges of collective identity. With its clear narrative and comparative approach, it not only educates but also engages deeply with India’s strategic posture within the global context, making it an enriching read for both newcomers and those well-versed in political science.
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Carlo M. Cipolla
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Wh
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The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity : The International Bestseller
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Recommendation: "The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity" is a must-read for anyone who has ever been frustrated with the irrational and illogical behavior of others. The book provides a unique economic model that helps readers understand, identify, and neutralize the phenomenon of human stupidity. It is a hilarious yet alarming read that will leave you with a better understanding of the world around you.
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Thomas Sowell
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Basic
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Conquests and Cultures : An International History
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This book is the culmination of 15 years of research and travels that have taken the author completely around the world twice, as well as on other travels in the Mediterranean, the Baltic, and around the Pacific rim. Its purpose has been to try to understand the role of cultural differences within nations and between nations, today and over centuries of history, in shaping the economic and social fates of peoples and of whole civilizations. Focusing on four major cultural areas(that of the British, the Africans (including the African diaspora), the Slavs of Eastern Europe, and the indigenous peoples of the Western Hemisphere -- Conquests and Cultures reveals patterns that encompass not only these peoples but others and help explain the role of cultural evolution in economic, social, and political development.
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Eula Biss
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Faber
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Faber
Having And Being Had
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An incisive collection from award-winning author Eula Biss,
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is a personal reckoning with the intricacies of money, class and capitalism.'My adult life can be divided into two distinct parts,' Eula Biss writes, 'the time before I owned a washing machine and the time after.' Having just purchased her first home, she now embarks on a roguish and risky self-audit of the value system she has bought into. The result is a radical interrogation of work, leisure and capitalism. Described by the New York Times as a writer who 'advances from all sides, like a chess player', Biss brings her approach to the lived experience of capitalism. Playfully ranging from IKEA to Beyoncé to Pokémon, across bars and laundromats and universities, she asks, of both herself and her class, 'In what have we invested?''Having and Being Had offers us a probing tour of capitalism and class that sidesteps posturing and jargon in favor of clarity, humility, and incitement.' Maggie Nelson'In this witty, genre-bending book, Eula Biss smashes the taboo against talking about money with exhilarating results . . . [and] disarming honesty and grace.' Jenny Offill'Eula Biss's prescient new book gave me new language for things I didn't know I felt . . . A brilliant, lacerating re-examination of our relationship to what we own and why, and who in turn might own us.' Alexander Chee'No contemporary writer I know explores and confronts her own societal responsibilities better than Eula Biss.' Aleksandar HemonA meditation on race, consumerism and the American caste system. And a wry, vivd assessment of our spiritual moment. It is no accident that Having and Being Had reads like the poems money would write if money wrote poems.' Jeet Thayil
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James C. Scott
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Yale
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Seeing like a State: How Certain Schemes to Improve the Human Condition Have Failed
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Compulsory ujamaa villages in Tanzania, collectivization in Russia, Le Corbusier’s urban planning theory realized in Brasilia, the Great Leap Forward in China, agricultural "modernization" in the Tropics—the twentieth century has been racked by grand utopian schemes that have inadvertently brought death and disruption to millions. Why do well-intentioned plans for improving the human condition go tragically awry?In this wide-ranging and original book, James C. Scott analyzes failed cases of large-scale authoritarian plans in a variety of fields. Centrally managed social plans misfire, Scott argues, when they impose schematic visions that do violence to complex interdependencies that are not—and cannot—be fully understood. Further, the success of designs for social organization depends upon the recognition that local, practical knowledge is as important as formal, epistemic knowledge. The author builds a persuasive case against "development theory" and imperialistic state planning that disregards the values, desires, and objections of its subjects. He identifies and discusses four conditions common to all planning disasters: administrative ordering of nature and society by the state; a "high-modernist ideology" that places confidence in the ability of science to improve every aspect of human life; a willingness to use authoritarian state power to effect large- scale interventions; and a prostrate civil society that cannot effectively resist such plans.
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Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. Levitt |
Penguin
Uk
Freakonomics
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"Freakonomics" isn't your standard economics textbook; it's a treasure trove of quirky insights where data tells unexpected tales. For those curious about the hidden economic factors that influence our daily lives, Levitt offers a fresh, sometimes shocking, perspective. If you enjoy having your mind bent in new directions, this book will not only entertain but also arm you with stories that challenge conventional wisdom.
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Joseph E. Stiglitz
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W.
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Norton
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The Price of Inequality : How Today's Divided Society Endangers Our Future
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The Price of Inequality is a must-read for those who want to understand the causes and consequences of economic inequality. Stiglitz provides a thorough analysis of the dangers of growing inequality and how it affects not only the economy but also democracy itself. He offers a compelling case for why we need to restructure the economic and political systems to promote fairness and opportunity for all. This book is a wake-up call for anyone who cares about the future of our society.
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Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. Levitt |
Harpercollins
Superfreakonomics : Global Cooling, Patriotic Prostitutes, and Why Suicide Bombers Should Buy Life Insurance
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Freakonomics lived on the New York Times bestseller list for an astonishing two years. Now authors Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner return with more iconoclastic insights and observations in SuperFreakonomics —the long awaited follow-up to their New York Times Notable blockbuster. Based on revolutionary research and original studies SuperFreakonomics promises to once again challenge our view of the way the world really works.
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Viktor Mayer-Schönberger, Kenneth Cukier |
Hachette
Big Data : A Revolution That Will Transform How We Live, Work and Think
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Este livro apresenta uma análise reveladora da maior tendência na tecnologia e do drástico impacto que ela terá sobre a economia, a ciência e a sociedade como um todo. Big data se refere à nossa recém-descoberta capacidade de reunir grandes quantidades de informações, analisá-las num instante e chegar a incríveis conclusões. Essa abordagem pode traduzir vários fenômenos – do preço das passagens aéreas ao texto de milhões de livros – numa forma pesquisável, e usa nosso crescente poder computacional para descobrir epifanias que nunca teríamos observado. Uma revolução semelhante à Internet e talvez até mesmo à imprensa, o big data mudará a maneira como pensamos sobre os negócios, a saúde, a política, a educação e a inovação nos anos vindouros. Ele também gera novas ameaças, do fim da privacidade como a conhecemos à ideia de sermos penalizados pelo que ainda não fizemos, com base na capacidade que o big data tem de prever nosso comportamento futuro. Nesta obra brilhantemente clara e surpreendente, dois especialistas explicam o que é o big data, como ele mudará nossas vidas e o que podemos fazer para nos protegermos de seus perigos. Big data é o primeiro grande livro sobre a próxima grande moda.
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Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels, Robert C. Tucker |
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The Marx-Engels Reader
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The Marx-Engels Reader could be a good read for those interested in Marxist philosophy and ideology. This comprehensive anthology offers a range of works by Marx and Engels, providing insight into their key ideas and principles. Readers will appreciate the clarity and accessibility of the writing, making it a useful introduction for anyone interested in Marxist theory.
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Viktor Mayer-Schönberger, Kenneth Cukier |
Hachette
Big Data : A Revolution That Will Transform How We Live, Work and Think
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Este livro apresenta uma análise reveladora da maior tendência na tecnologia e do drástico impacto que ela terá sobre a economia, a ciência e a sociedade como um todo. Big data se refere à nossa recém-descoberta capacidade de reunir grandes quantidades de informações, analisá-las num instante e chegar a incríveis conclusões. Essa abordagem pode traduzir vários fenômenos – do preço das passagens aéreas ao texto de milhões de livros – numa forma pesquisável, e usa nosso crescente poder computacional para descobrir epifanias que nunca teríamos observado. Uma revolução semelhante à Internet e talvez até mesmo à imprensa, o big data mudará a maneira como pensamos sobre os negócios, a saúde, a política, a educação e a inovação nos anos vindouros. Ele também gera novas ameaças, do fim da privacidade como a conhecemos à ideia de sermos penalizados pelo que ainda não fizemos, com base na capacidade que o big data tem de prever nosso comportamento futuro. Nesta obra brilhantemente clara e surpreendente, dois especialistas explicam o que é o big data, como ele mudará nossas vidas e o que podemos fazer para nos protegermos de seus perigos. Big data é o primeiro grande livro sobre a próxima grande moda.
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Chrystia Freeland
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Allen
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Plutocrats : The Rise of the New Global Super-Rich
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Plutocrats is a highly-researched examination of the world's wealthiest, detailing their lives, mindsets, and economic policies. It's a great read for those looking to understand the current state of capitalism, and how it influences society. Readers will appreciate the author's objectivity and deep empathy for her subjects.
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"How We Choose" offers readers an engaging and insightful look at the complex world of human decision-making. Sheena Iyengar brilliantly explores the psychology of choice, examining how our personal biases, cultural backgrounds, and other factors influence the decisions we make. Through numerous examples and thought-provoking anecdotes, readers will gain a new understanding of how and why we make the choices we do. This book is an excellent choice for anyone interested in learning more about their own decision-making process and the biases that affect us all.
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Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. Levitt |
William
Morrow
Superfreakonomics : Global Cooling, Patriotic Prostitutes, and Why Suicide Bombers Should Buy Life Insurance
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The New York Times best-selling Freakonomics was a worldwide sensation, selling over four million copies in thirty-five languages and changing the way we look at the world. Now, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner return with SuperFreakonomics, and fans and newcomers alike will find that the freakquel is even bolder, funnier, and more surprising than the first.Four years in the making, SuperFreakonomics asks not only the tough questions, but the unexpected ones: What's more dangerous, driving drunk or walking drunk? Why is chemotherapy prescribed so often if it's so ineffective? Can a sex change boost your salary?SuperFreakonomics challenges the way we think all over again, exploring the hidden side of everything with such questions as:How is a street prostitute like a department-store Santa?Why are doctors so bad at washing their hands?How much good do car seats do?What's the best way to catch a terrorist?Did TV cause a rise in crime?What do hurricanes, heart attacks, and highway deaths have in common?Are people hard-wired for altruism or selfishness?Can eating kangaroo save the planet?Which adds more value: a pimp or a Realtor?Levitt and Dubner mix smart thinking and great storytelling like no one else, whether investigating a solution to global warming or explaining why the price of oral sex has fallen so drastically. By examining how people respond to incentives, they show the world for what it really is – good, bad, ugly, and, in the final analysis, super freaky.Freakonomics has been imitated many times over – but only now, with SuperFreakonomics, has it met its match.
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Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. Levitt |
Allen
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When to Rob a Bank : A Rogue Economist's Guide to the World
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"When to Rob a Bank" provides unconventional insights on various topics, including economics, politics, and social issues, in an engaging and witty manner that makes it an interesting read for curious minds. The book covers a wide range of topics, from why flight attendants don't get tipped to why KFC sometimes runs out of fried chicken. Levitt and Dubner's writing style is erudite, yet accessible, making it easy to understand and enjoy. Readers who are interested in novel perspectives on various topics will find this book to be a satisfying read.
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C. Wright Mills, Max Weber, Hans H. Gerth |
Oxford
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From Max Weber : Essays in Sociology
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An introduction to the work of the greatest German sociologist and a key figure in the development of present-day sociological thought.
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Laura Ross, Thomas Paine |
Union
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Common Sense - And Rights of Man : Bold-faced Thoughts on Revolution, Reason, and Personal Freedom
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The newest entry in our popular “Bold-faced” series offers an innovative reading of Thomas Paine's two most influential essays. Readers will find inspiration in this unique edition, which features the authoritative text of Paine's works, highlighted important passages, an introduction that examines his concepts from today's perspective, and writing exercises with lined pages.
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Matthew Desmond
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Penguin
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Evicted : Poverty and Profit in the American City
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Evicted is a meticulously researched book that examines the issue of housing insecurity in America's inner cities. Matthew Desmond humanizes the victims of eviction through stories of real individuals, providing insight into the structural causes of poverty and the ways in which eviction perpetuates the cycle of deprivation. The book is a must-read for anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of the root causes of poverty and the impact of eviction on low-income Americans.
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Thomas Frank
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Scribe
Uk
Listen, Liberal : or, what ever happened to the party of the people?
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"Listen, Liberal" is a must-read for those interested in understanding how Democratic Party shifted from its key principles of fair policies for the working-class to pursuing elitism. The author offers a scathing examination of how the Democrats have failed to combat financial inequality and serves as a warning for the consequences that may follow if they don't return to their roots. This book is perfect for those who want to unmask the Democratic Party's deceptions and understand their failure to protect the working class.
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Barry Schwartz
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Ecco
The Paradox of Choice : Why More Is Less, Revised Edition
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The Paradox of Choice could be a helpful read for someone who finds themselves overwhelmed and anxious when faced with an abundance of choices. The author delves into the negative effects of too much choice in multiple areas of life, including shopping, career, and personal relationships. By providing practical steps to limit choices and focus on what is truly important, readers may feel empowered to make decisions with more ease and confidence. The author's counter-intuitive argument encourages readers to embrace limitations and simplify their lives, ultimately leading to greater satisfaction and well-being.
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Felix Martin
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Vintage
Money : The Unauthorised Biography
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Money: The Unauthorised Biography is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and workings of money. Felix Martin's book offers a fresh perspective on the conventional narrative of money's roots to reveal its true origins and power dynamics. The book's vivid storytelling takes readers on a journey through history, giving them a comprehensive understanding of money's role in shaping societies. Its most distinct feature is its ability to critically examine the legitimacy and manipulation of money, turning traditional monetary theories on their head. Readers would praise the book for its unique, informative, easy-to-read, and thought-provoking content.
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Noam Chomsky
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Hamish
Hamilton
Global Discontents - Conversations On The Rising Threats To Democracy
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This book could be a good read for those looking for an intellectual exploration of the current state of world affairs. Noam Chomsky provides a stark analysis of global challenges, discussing topics such as climate change, surveillance, and nuclear war, while highlighting the need for systemic change. The personal reflections of his intellectual journey provide context to his ideas. This book is recommended for those interested in politics, policy, and international relations.
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Ian Morris
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Profile
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Why The West Rules - For Now : The Patterns of History and what they reveal about the Future
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This book is perfect for individuals interested in global politics and world history. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the reasons why the West has been the world leader for over 200 years. Ian Morris presents a unique perspective by drawing on 15,000 years of history to offer fresh insights and predictions about the future. It is a well-researched and fascinating read that sheds light on the dynamics of global superpowers.
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Paul Mason
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Allen
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PostCapitalism : A Guide to Our Future
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PostCapitalism is a must-read for those interested in understanding the current economic climate and how we can work towards a more equal society. Paul Mason provides an insightful analysis of how information technology is already changing our notions of work, production and value, and offers hope that from the recent financial crisis, we have the chance to create a more socially just and sustainable global economy.
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Nassim Nicholas Taleb
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Random
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The Black Swan: Second Edition : The Impact of the Highly Improbable: With a new section: "On Robustness and Fragility"
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This book is a must-read for those who want to challenge their preconceived notions and understand the hidden forces that shape our world. With captivating storytelling and thought-provoking insights, Nassim Nicholas Taleb takes us on a journey to unravel the mysteries of black swan events – those unexpected, game-changing occurrences that defy our predictions. Through a mix of philosophy and empirical evidence, Taleb challenges our illusion of knowledge and guides us to embrace uncertainty, helping us navigate a world where the unexpected is the norm. Get ready to have your mind blown and your perspective forever altered.
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Dan Ariely
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Harpercoll
Predictably Irrational, Revised and Expanded Edition : The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions
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"Predictably Irrational" explains why we make irrational decisions and how they are predictable. The book is well-researched and written in a relatable, easy-to-understand language. It's a great read for anyone who wants to gain insights into their decision-making process and take control of their behavior. The most unique feature of the book is its ability to seamlessly blend academic research and real-life examples to provide readers with a practical guide to understanding their irrational choices.
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Malcolm Gladwell
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Penguin
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Outliers : The Story of Success
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In this stunning new book, Malcolm Gladwell takes us on an intellectual journey through the world of "outliers"--the best and the brightest, the most famous and the most successful. He asks the question: what makes high-achievers different? His answer is that we pay too much attention to what successful people are like, and too little attention to where they are from: that is, their culture, their family, their generation, and the idiosyncratic experiences of their upbringing. Along the way he explains the secrets of software billionaires, what it takes to be a great soccer player, why Asians are good at math, and what made the Beatles the greatest rock band.Brilliant and entertaining, OUTLIERS is a landmark work that will simultaneously delight and illuminate.From the Publisher (Hachette)
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Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels |
Penguin
Books
Uk
The Communist Manifesto
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Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we are.
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Reece Jones
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Verso
Violent Borders : Refugees and the Right to Move
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A major new exploration of the refugee crisis, focusing on how borders are formed and policedForty thousand people have died trying to cross between countries in the past decade, and yet international borders only continue to harden. The United Kingdom has voted to leave the European Union; the United States elected a president who campaigned on building a wall; while elsewhere, the popularity of right-wing antimigrant nationalist political parties is surging.Reece Jones argues that the West has helped bring about the deaths of countless migrants, as states attempt to contain populations and limit access to resources and opportunities. “We may live in an era of globalization,” he writes, “but much of the world is increasingly focused on limiting the free movement of people.”In Violent Borders, Jones crosses the migrant trails of the world, documenting the billions of dollars spent on border security projects and the dire consequences for countless millions. While the poor are restricted by the lottery of birth to slum dwellings in the ailing decolonized world, the wealthy travel without constraint, exploiting pools of cheap labor and lax environmental regulations. With the growth of borders and resource enclosures, the deaths of migrants in search of a better life are intimately connected to climate change, environmental degradation, and the growth of global wealth inequality.Newly updated with a discussion of Brexit and the Trump administration.
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Tim Harford
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Abacus
The Logic Of Life : Uncovering the New Economics of Everything
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Truly eye-opening . . . There is almost no situation that Harford cannot dissect with his sharp economist's tools . . . economics has never been this cool' NEW STATESMANIf humans are so clever, why do we smoke and gamble, or take drugs, or fall in love? Is this really rational behaviour? And how come your idiot boss is so overpaid? In fact, the behaviour of even the unlikeliest of individuals - prostitutes, drug addicts, racists and revolutionaries - complies with economic logic, taking into account future costs and benefits, even if we don't quite realise it. We are rational beings after all.
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Seth Stephens-Davidowitz
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Bloomsbury
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Everybody Lies - What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are
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If you're fascinated by how data can reveal unspoken truths about society, "Everybody Lies" is a must-read. As you dive into the book, you'll discover that what we type into search engines can sometimes be a more accurate reflection of our true selves than what we tell others. Stephens-Davidowitz, with his background in economics and data science, provides an eye-opening perspective that could transform how you think about data and the hidden patterns of human behavior.
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Diane Coyle
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Princeton
University
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GDP : A Brief but Affectionate History - Revised and expanded Edition
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Joseph E. Stiglitz
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The Great Divide
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Recommendation: The Great Divide presents a compelling argument for how inequality has risen due to misguided policies and offers real solutions for addressing this issue. Stiglitz draws on examples from various countries to showcase how policies promoting growth and fairness can go hand in hand. This book is perfect for anyone interested in economic policy and the widening wealth divide.
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Martin Lindstrom
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Buy Ology - How Everything We Believe About Why We Buy Is Wrong
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Most anti-smoking campaigns inadvertently encourage people to smoke. The scent of melons helps sell electronic products. Subliminal advertising may have been banned, but it's being used all the time. Product placement in films rarely works. Many multi-million pound advertising campaigns are a complete waste of time. These are just a few of the findings of Martin Lindstrom's groundbreaking study of what really makes consumers tick. Convinced that there is a gulf between what we believe influences us and what actually does, he set up a highly ambitious research project that employed the very latest in brain-scanning technology and called on the services of some 2000 volunteers. Buyology shares the fruits of this research, revealing for the first time what actually goes on inside our heads when we see an advertisement, hear a marketing slogan, taste two rival brands of drink, or watch a programme sponsored by a major company. The conclusions are both startling and groundbreaking, showing the extent to which we deceive ourselves when we think we are making considered decisions, and revealing factors as varied as childhood memories and religious belief that come together to influence our decisions and shape our tastes.
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Francis Fukuyama
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The Origins of Political Order : From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution
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Recommended for history enthusiasts seeking political insight. Provides a broad overview of the development of political institutions from tribal societies to modern states. The book compares the development of political institutions in different parts of the world and provides insight into the challenges faced by developing countries. It also raises questions about the nature of politics and democracy.
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Thomas L. Friedman
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Penguin
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The World is Flat : The Globalized World in the Twenty-first Century
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The beginning of the twenty-first century will be remembered, friedman argues, not for military conflicts or political events, but for a whole new age of globalization - a flattening of the world the explosion of advanced technologies now means that suddenly knowledge pools and resources have connected all over the planet, levelling the playing field as never before, so that each of us is potentially an equal - and competitor - of the other the rules of the game have changed forever - but does this death of distance, which requires us all to run faster in order to stay in the same place, mean the world has got too small and too flat too fast for us to adjust friedman brilliantly demystifies the exciting, often bewildering, global scene unfolding before our eyes, one which we sense but barely yet understand the world is flat is the most timely and essential update on globalization, its successes and its discontents, powerfully illuminated by a world-class writer in his new if its not happening, its because youre not doing it and what happens when we all have dogs hearing the author explores both the benefits and disadvantages of the very latest developments in global communication the emergent popularity of blogging, pod-casting, youtube and myspace enable the modern world citizen to broadcast their views to a potential audience of billions, and the proliferation of internet access to even the poorest communities gives everyone who wants to the tools to address issues of social injustice and inequality on the other hand the technology that seems to improve communication on a global scale causes it to deteriorate on a local scale identifying ours as the age of interruption, friedman discusses the annoyance and dangers of blackberrys in meeting rooms, hands-free kits in conversation and using a phone or ipod whilst driving
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Francis Fukuyama
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The Origins of Political Order by Francis Fukuyama is an insightful and comprehensive analysis of the development of political systems throughout history. Fukuyama explores the evolution of political systems, tracing the origins of institutions and ideas that shaped society as we know it today. By examining the paths that different societies have taken, this magisterial study provides readers with a better understanding of the origins of political order and how it affects society today. Readers interested in history, politics and anthropology would find this book informative and thought-provoking.
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Martin Ford
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Basic
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Rise Of The Robots - Technology And The Threat Of A Jobless Future
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This book is a wake-up call to the potential consequences of advancing technology and artificial intelligence. It explores how automation and robotics will reshape our workforce and the impact it will have on jobs and economic inequality. By delving into the challenges and possible solutions, Rise of the Robots prepares readers to understand and navigate the rapidly changing job market. It's a must-read for anyone interested in the future of work and its implications on society.
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Michael Lewis
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The Undoing Project : A Friendship That Changed Our Minds
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Bestselling author Michael Lewis examines how a Nobel Prize–winning theory of the mind altered our perception of reality.Forty years ago, Israeli psychologists Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky wrote a series of breathtakingly original studies undoing our assumptions about the decision-making process. Their papers showed the ways in which the human mind erred, systematically, when forced to make judgments about uncertain situations. Their work created the field of behavioral economics, revolutionized Big Data studies, advanced evidence-based medicine, led to a new approach to government regulation, and made much of Michael Lewis’s own work possible. Kahneman and Tversky are more responsible than anybody for the powerful trend to mistrust human intuition and defer to algorithms.The Undoing Project is about the fascinating collaboration between two men who have the dimensions of great literary figures. They became heroes in the university and on the battlefield―both had important careers in the Israeli military―and their research was deeply linked to their extraordinary life experiences. In the process they may well have changed, for good, mankind’s view of its own mind.
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Sendhil Mullainathan, Eldar Shafir |
Picador
Scarcity : The New Science of Having Less and How It Defines Our Lives
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Scarcity is a must-read for those struggling to manage with less than they need. Mullainathan and Shafir's cutting-edge research highlights the distinct psychology of scarcity and how it affects decision making in all aspects of life. The book provides insightful solutions for individuals and organizations to better manage scarcity and achieve greater satisfaction and success.
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Michael Lewis
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From the No. 1 bestselling author of The Big Short and Flash Boys, this is the surprising and profound story of the two men whose ideas changed the world.Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky met in war-torn 1960s Israel. Both were gifted young psychology professors: Kahneman a rootless son of holocaust survivors who saw the world as a problem to be solved; Tversky a voluble, instinctual blur of energy. In this breathtaking new book, Michael Lewis tells the extraordinary story of a relationship that became a shared mind: one which created the field of behavioural economics, revolutionising everything from Big Data to medicine, from how we are governed to how we spend, from high finance to football. Kahneman and Tversky, shows Michael Lewis, helped shape the world in which we now live - and may well have changed, for good, humankind's view of its own mind.
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The Road to Serfdom is a must-read for anyone interested in political philosophy, intellectual and cultural history, and economics. This book explores the dangers of state control over the means of production, and how the collectivist idea of empowering government with increasing economic control would inevitably lead not to utopia but to the horrors of Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy. F.A. Hayek's timeless meditation on the relation between individual liberty and government authority is an arresting call to all well-intentioned planners and socialists, democrat and liberal at heart to stop, look and listen.
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Malcolm Gladwell
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The Tipping Point is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand how ideas and trends spread and cause change in society. With examples ranging from the sudden popularity of Hush Puppies shoes to the reduction of crime rates in New York City, Gladwell presents a compelling argument for the power of the tipping point. Readers will enjoy the concise, elegant writing style and the fascinating insights into social dynamics that can lead to rapid change.
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What Money Can't Buy : The Moral Limits of Markets
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Should we pay children to read books or to get good grades? Should we allow corporations to pay for the right to pollute the atmosphere? Is it ethical to pay people to test risky new drugs or to donate their organs? What about hiring mercenaries to fight our wars? Auctioning admission to elite universities? Selling citizenship to immigrants willing to pay?In What Money Can’t Buy, Michael J. Sandel takes on one of the biggest ethical questions of our Is there something wrong with a world in which everything is for sale? If so, how can we prevent market values from reaching into spheres of life where they don’t belong? What are the moral limits of markets?In recent decades, market values have crowded out nonmarket norms in almost every aspect of life—medicine, education, government, law, art, sports, even family life and personal relations. Without quite realizing it, Sandel argues, we have drifted from having a market economy to being a market society. Is this where we want to be?In his New York Times bestseller Justice, Sandel showed himself to be a master at illuminating, with clarity and verve, the hard moral questions we confront in our everyday lives. Now, in What Money Can’t Buy, he provokes an essential discussion that we, in our market-driven age, need to What is the proper role of markets in a democratic society—and how can we protect the moral and civic goods that markets don’t honor and that money can’t buy?
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Guns, Germs, and Steel : The Fates of Human Societies
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This is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the interconnectedness of geography and history. Jared Diamond tackles the immense question of why some societies thrived while others struggled, and his insights are both captivating and enlightening. Guns, Germs, and Steel not only challenges long-held beliefs about racial superiority but also provides a compelling explanation of how geography and environmental factors have shaped our modern world. Engagingly written and thoroughly researched, this Pulitzer Prize-winning book will change the way you perceive human societies.
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Martin Lindstrom
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Brandwashed : Tricks Companies Use to Manipulate Our Minds and Persuade Us to Buy
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Brandwashed Not since the 1957 bestselling classic The Hidden Persuaders has a book so nakedly exposed the the best-kept secrets of how companies manipulate, seduce, and dupe us into buying their brands and products. Here, bestselling author and marketing guru Martin Lindstrom pulls back the curtain on all the psychological tricks and machinations companies employ today to obscure the truth, manipulate our mi... Full description
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Ian Goldin, Chris Kutarna |
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Age of Discovery : Navigating the Risks and Rewards of Our New Renaissance
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Age of Discovery could be a good read for those who are curious about the challenges and opportunities that come with rapid global change. This book takes a historical perspective, drawing parallels between the first Renaissance and our present era, highlighting the risks and rewards that come with discovery. If you're interested in understanding the interconnectedness of our world and how it shapes our lives, this book will provide valuable insights and inspire you to navigate the uncertainties of the future with wisdom and courage.
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Imagine that two doctors in the same city give different diagnoses to identical patients — or that two judges in the same court give different sentences to people who have committed the same crime. Suppose that different food inspectors give different ratings to indistinguishable restaurants — or that when a company is handling customer complaints, the resolution depends on who happens to be handling the particular complaint. Now imagine that the same doctor, the same judge, the same inspector, or the same company official make different decisions, depending on whether it is morning or afternoon, or Monday rather than Wednesday. These are examples of noise: variability in judgments that should be identical. In Noise, Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony, and Cass R. Sunstein show how noise helps produce errors in many fields, including medicine, law, public health, economic forecasting, food safety, forensic science, bail verdicts, child protection, strategy, performance reviews and personnel selection. And although noise can be found wherever people make judgments and decisions, individuals and organizations alike commonly ignore to its role in their judgments and in their actions. They show “noise neglect.” With a few simple remedies, people can reduce both noise and bias, and so make far better decisions. Packed with new ideas, and drawing on the same kind of diligent, insightful research that made Thinking, Fast and Slow and Nudge groundbreaking New York Times and international bestsellers, Noise explains how and why humans are so susceptible to noise in judgment — and what we can do about it.
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Nation
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Death of the Liberal Class
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This book is a must-read for those interested in politics and political theory, especially those frustrated with failed democracy. Hedges presents a comprehensive analysis of the failure of the liberal class to represent the people. He highlights five pillars of the liberal establishment and expertly demonstrates how each institution sold out their constituents, becoming more concerned with status and privilege than progress and justice. Hedges’ most unique and distinctive feature is his ability to provide a scathing critique of the liberal establishment, while also presenting a compelling solution for societal change.
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The Tipping Point : How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference
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This book is perfect for those curious about how small actions can have a big impact on the world. Gladwell uses real-world examples and fascinating insights to explain how social behavior and trends can rapidly change. Users will appreciate the unique perspective and newfound understanding of the power of small actions after reading this book.
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