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Danny Dorling
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Yale
University
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Slowdown : The End of the Great Acceleration?and Why It's Good for the Planet, the Economy, and Our Lives
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The end of our high-growth world was underway well before COVID-19 arrived. In this powerful and timely argument, Danny Dorling demonstrates the benefits of a larger, ongoing societal slowdown Drawing from an incredibly rich trove of global data, this groundbreaking book reveals that human progress has been slowing down since the early 1970s. Danny Dorling uses compelling visualizations to illustrate how fertility rates, growth in GDP per person, and even the frequency of new social movements have all steadily declined over the last few generations. Perhaps most surprising of all is the fact that even as new technologies frequently reshape our everyday lives and are widely believed to be propelling our civilization into new and uncharted waters, the rate of technological progress is also rapidly dropping. Rather than lament this turn of events, Dorling embraces it as a moment of promise and a move toward stability, and he notes that many of the older great strides in progress that have defined recent history also brought with them widespread warfare, divided societies, and massive inequality.
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Pierre Bourdieu, Richard Nice |
Stanford
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The Logic of Practice
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Our usual representations of the opposition between the "civilized" and the "primitive" derive from willfully ignoring the relationship of distance our social science sets up between the observer and the observed. In fact, the author argues, the relationship between the anthropologist and his object of study is a particular instance of the relationship between knowing and doing, interpreting and using, symbolic mastery and practical mastery―or between logical logic, armed with all the accumulated instruments of objectification, and the universally pre-logical logic of practice. In this, his fullest statement of a theory of practice, Bourdieu both sets out what might be involved in incorporating one's own standpoint into an investigation and develops his understanding of the powers inherent in the second member of many oppositional pairs―that is, he explicates how the practical concerns of daily life condition the transmission and functioning of social or cultural forms. The first part of the book, "Critique of Theoretical Reason," covers more general questions, such as the objectivization of the generic relationship between social scientific observers and their objects of study, the need to overcome the gulf between subjectivism and objectivism, the interplay between structure and practice (a phenomenon Bourdieu describes via his concept of the habitus ), the place of the body, the manipulation of time, varieties of symbolic capital, and modes of domination. The second part of the book, "Practical Logics," develops detailed case studies based on Bourdieu's ethnographic fieldwork in Algeria. These examples touch on kinship patterns, the social construction of domestic space, social categories of perception and classification, and ritualized actions and exchanges. This book develops in full detail the theoretical positions sketched in Bourdieu's Outline of a Theory of Practice . It will be especially useful to readers seeking to grasp the subtle concepts central to Bourdieu's theory, to theorists interested in his points of departure from structuralism (especially fom Lévi-Strauss), and to critics eager to understand what role his theory gives to human agency. It also reveals Bourdieu to be an anthropological theorist of considerable originality and power.
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Daniel Susskind, Richard Susskind |
Oxford
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The Future of the Professions: How Technology Will Transform the Work of Human Experts
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If you're both intrigued and perhaps a bit concerned about how AI and technology will reshape the job landscape, "The Future of the Professions" is a crucial read. It's not just speculation; the Susskinds back their views with solid research across various fields, making it a thought-provoking analysis for anyone interested in the intersection of work, technology, and society. This book might change how you view your job's future, and it's a fascinating roadmap of what to expect as we tread into an increasingly automated world.
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James M. May, Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Princeton
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How to Win an Argument : An Ancient Guide to the Art of Persuasion
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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their communication skills and learn the art of persuasion. Drawing from the wisdom of Cicero, one of history's greatest orators, it provides practical techniques that are just as effective today as they were in ancient Rome. With lively translations and illuminating introductions, this unique anthology will empower you to win arguments and influence people in any situation. Don't miss the opportunity to master the secrets of persuasive speaking and writing.
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Carnes Lord, Aristotle |
University
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Chicago
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Aristotle's "Politics"
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For anyone who's intrigued by the foundations of political theory, Aristotle's "Politics" is a treasure trove of ancient wisdom that still echoes in modern discourse. This particular edition, revered for its clarity and scholarliness could illuminate the nuances of Aristotle's ideas about governance and society. The efforts made to ensure that the translation remains true to the original text, while also being accessible, means you're getting a guide to political science that has weathered centuries of scrutiny.
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Shaun Walker
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Oxford
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The Long Hangover : Putin's New Russia and the Ghosts of the Past
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In The Long Hangover , Shaun Walker presents a deeply reported, bottom-up explanation of Russia's resurgence under Putin. By cleverly exploiting the memory of the Soviet victory over fascism in World War II, Putin's regime has made ordinary Russians feel that their country is great again. Walker not only explains Putin's goals and the government's official manipulations of history, but also focuses on ordinary Russians and their motivations. He charts how Putin raised victory in WWII to the status of a national founding myth in the search for a unifying force to heal a divided country, and shows how dangerous the ramifications of this have been. This book explores why Russia, unlike Germany, has failed to come to terms with the darkest pages of its Stalin's purges, the Gulag, and the war deportations. The narrative roams from the corridors of the Kremlin to the wilds of the Gulags and the trenches of East Ukraine. It puts the annexation of Crimea and the newly assertiveRussia in the context of the delayed fallout of the Soviet collapse. The Long Hangover looks to a lost the millions of Russians who lost their country and the subsequent attempts to restore to them a sense of purpose.
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Professor John Rawls
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Columbia
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Political Liberalism
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Revising and continuing the idea of justice and fairness in A Theory of Justice, Rawls poses the question of how a stable and just society of free and equal citizens can live in concord when deeply divided by reasonable and incompatible doctrines. With its distinctive form of liberalism----resting on an idea of free public reason---- Political Liberalism yields new insights into the question of justice in our pluralistic society.
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George Magnus
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Yale
University
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Red Flags : Why Xi's China Is in Jeopardy
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This book could be a good read for someone interested in understanding the complexities of China's economic growth and the potential risks it faces. George Magnus provides an in-depth analysis of the key challenges including debt, middle income, the Renminbi, and an aging population, and examines how these factors could hinder China's continued rise. Not only does he explore economic issues, but Magnus also delves into the political direction of President Xi Jinping and its compatibility with China's economic aspirations. With thorough research and a critical perspective, this book offers valuable insights into the potential conflicts over trade, China's relationship with Trump, and its Belt and Road initiative in Eurasia.
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Peter Singer
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Princeton
University
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Ethics in the Real World: 82 Brief Essays on Things That Matter
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If you're keen on examining tough ethical dilemmas and philosophies that apply to everyday life, "Ethics in the Real World" by Peter Singer could be an illuminating read. It's a collection that tackles contemporary issues with a sharp and controversial perspective, promising to engage your moral compass and potentially shift your stance on various subjects. As a thinker unafraid to challenge societal norms, Singer's concise essays invite you to ponder deeply about what really matters in the world.
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James M. May, Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Princeton
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How to Win an Argument : An Ancient Guide to the Art of Persuasion
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All of us are faced countless times with the challenge of persuading others, whether we're trying to win a trivial argument with a friend or convince our coworkers about an important decision. Instead of relying on untrained instinct--and often floundering or failing as a result--we'd win more arguments if we learned the timeless art of verbal persuasion, rhetoric. How to Win an Argument gathers the rhetorical wisdom of Cicero, ancient Rome's greatest orator, from across his works and combines it with passages from his legal and political speeches to show his powerful techniques in action. The result is an enlightening and entertaining practical introduction to the secrets of persuasive speaking and writing--including strategies that are just as effective in today's offices, schools, courts, and political debates as they were in the Roman forum.How to Win an Argument addresses proof based on rational argumentation, character, and emotion; the parts of a speech; the plain, middle, and grand styles; how to persuade no matter what audience or circumstances you face; and more. Cicero's words are presented in lively translations, with illuminating introductions; the book also features a brief biography of Cicero, a glossary, suggestions for further reading, and an appendix of the original Latin texts.Astonishingly relevant, this unique anthology of Cicero's rhetorical and oratorical wisdom will be enjoyed by anyone who ever needs to win arguments and influence people--in other words, all of us.
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Georges Lefebvre, R.R. Palmer |
Princeton
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The Coming of the French Revolution
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This classic work details what happened in France during the year 1789, the first year of the French Revolution. Lefebvre's signature contribution was writing history "from below" -- a Marxist approach -- and his particular specialty was the French Revolution as viewed from the experiences of the peasantry. Placing the "common people" at the center of his analysis, Lefebvre emphasized the class struggles within France and the significant role they played in the coming of the Revolution. First published in 1939 for the sesquicentennial of the Revolution, the book was suppressed by the Vichy government as a piece of revolutionary literature after the outbreak of the Second World War and the subsequent collapse of the Third Republic. R.R. Palmer, a distinguished historian of the French Revolution, translated the book into English in 1947. Although recent historians have reinterpreted the Revolution and disputed Lefebvre's conclusions, The Coming of the French Revolution remains essential reading for anyone interested in the origins of this great turning point in the formation of the modern world.
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Maurice Isserman, Michael Kazin |
Oxford
University
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America Divided - The Civil War Of The 1960S
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This book provides a comprehensive look at the key events that shaped America in the 1960s, from civil rights to the Vietnam war and the assassinations of influential leaders. It offers readers a deep understanding of the complexities and controversies that characterized this era and continues to impact the country even today. Recommended for history buffs looking to gain insight into one of the most tumultuous decades in American history.
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Wole Soyinka
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Oxford
University
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The Open Sore Of A Continent - A Personal Narrative Of The Nigerian Crisis
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Recommendation: "The Open Sore Of A Continent" provides a raw, personal insight into Nigeria's political and social struggles. Wole Soyinka expertly traces the nation's post-colonial journey, from success to dictatorship. This book is recommended for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of Nigeria's history and its uncertain future.
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Anthony Trollope, Bradford Booth |
University
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California
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The Tireless Traveler : Twenty Letters to the "Liverpool Mercury"
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This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1941.
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Saskia Sassen
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Princeton
University
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The Global City : New York, London, Tokyo
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The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the ways in which New York, London, and Tokyo transformed into global cities. It highlights the interdependence and transnational networks that link these cities in the new millennium, making it a valuable resource for those interested in urbanization and globalization. Additionally, the revised edition's updated data and analysis of global trends make it an up-to-date reference.
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Alan J. Auerbach
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University
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Chicago
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Corporate Takeovers : Causes and Consequences
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The takeover boom that began in the mid-1980s has exhibited many phenomena not previously observed, such as hostile takeovers and takeover defenses, a widespread use of cash as a means of payment for targeted firms, and the acquisitions of companies ranking among the largest in the country. With the aim of more fully understanding the implications of such occurances, contributors to this volume consider a broad range of issues as they analyze mergers and acquisitions and study the takeoveer process itself.
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D.G. Hart
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Yale
University
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Calvinism: A History
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If you're fascinated by the roots and evolution of Calvinism, Hart's work offers you a deep dive into its complex past and its enduring impact. Reading this book is like navigating through time, tracing the solid thread of a religious movement that has shaped not only churches but also societies. Whether you're a history buff, a theology student, or just curious about Calvinism, you'll find its single-volume span both enlightening and thorough.
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John C. Hulsman
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Princeton
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To Dare More Boldly : The Audacious Story of Political Risk
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Ten lessons from history on the dos and don’ts of analyzing political riskOur baffling new multipolar world grows ever more complex, desperately calling for new ways of thinking, particularly when it comes to political risk. To Dare More Boldly provides those ways, telling the story of the rise of political risk analysis, both as a discipline and a lucrative high-stakes industry that guides the strategic decisions of corporations and governments around the world. It assesses why recent predictions have gone so wrong and boldly puts forward ten analytical commandments that can stand the test of time.Written by one of the field's leading practitioners, this incisive book derives these indelible rules of the game from a wide-ranging and entertaining survey of world history. John Hulsman looks at examples as seemingly unconnected as the ancient Greeks and Romans, the Third Crusade, the Italian Renaissance, America's founders, Napoleon, the Battle of Gettysburg, the British Empire, the Kaiser's Germany, the breakup of the Beatles, Charles Manson, and Deng Xiaoping's China. Hulsman makes sense of yesterday's world, and in doing so provides an invaluable conceptual tool kit for navigating today's.To Dare More Boldly creatively explains why political risk analysis is vital for business and political leaders alike, and authoritatively establishes the analytical rules of thumb that practitioners need to do it effectively.
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James T. Patterson
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Oxford
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Restless Giant : The United States from Watergate to Bush v. Gore
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Restless Giant is a well-researched and detailed account of the political and cultural changes in America from the 1970s to 2000. It offers a nuanced perspective on the "culture wars" and the country's relationship with the world, as well as highlighting the progress made in areas such as civil rights. This book could be a good read for history buffs and anyone interested in understanding the recent past and present-day America.
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David Crystal
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Cambridge
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English as a Global Language
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David Crystal's informative account of the rise of English as a global language explores the history, current status and potential of English as the international language of communication. This new edition of his classic work includes additional sections on the future of English as a world language, English on the Internet, and the possibility of an English "family" of languages. Footnotes, new tables, and a comprehensive bibliography reflect the expanded scope of the revised edition. An internationally renowned scholar in the field of language and linguistics, David Crystal received an Order of the British Empire in 1995 for his services to the English language. He is the author of several books with Cambridge, including Language and the Internet (2001), Language Death (2000), English as a Global Language (1997), Cambridge Encyclopedia of Language (1997), and Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language (1995) as well as Words on Words (University of Chicago, 2000). First edition Hb (1997): 0-521-59247-X First edition Pb (1998): 0-521-62994-2
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Percy Ellwood Corbett
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Princeton
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The Growth of World Law
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The Growth of World Law tells the story of the achievements that constitute an historic trend in the half century since the inauguration of the League of Nations, and documents transition from international law regulating conduct among states to world law for law transcending states and equally applicable to individuals, corporations, international organizations, and states.Originally published in 1971.The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.
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Ravi Ramamurti, Jitendra Singh |
Cambridge
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Emerging Multinationals in Emerging Markets
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This book provides a comprehensive insight into the world of Emerging Market Multinationals (EMNEs) and their unique paths to global success. It explores how these firms have leveraged their home-country context to achieve competitive advantages and what impact their internationalization has had on their Western rivals. Recommended for anyone interested in understanding the changing landscape of global business and the future of EMNEs.
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Danielle S. Allen
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University
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Talking to Strangers : Anxieties of Citizenship since Brown v. Board of Education
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in improving their understanding of trust and citizenship in modern society. Allen tackles issues around interracial distrust, personal and political alienation, and suspicion of others by proposing techniques of citizenship based on political friendship. Sacrifice is central to this book, as it bridges citizenship and trust. Allen's insights are both trenchant and incisive, and she offers practical solutions for recognizing and reciprocating our daily sacrifices in a democracy. Talking to Strangers provides a renewed sense of hope for a revitalized democratic citizenry.
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Martin Loughlin
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Oxford
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The British Constitution: A Very Short Introduction
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the British legal system and how it has evolved over time. It presents a comprehensive overview of the British constitution and how it has changed in response to political and social pressures, making it a useful resource for students, scholars, and practitioners. One of the unique features of the book is its emphasis on the organic and adaptive nature of the British constitution, which has evolved over time in response to changing circumstances. The author also provides a comparative perspective, highlighting how the British constitution differs from other constitutions around the world.
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Ian Kershaw
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Oxford
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The Hitler Myth: Image and Reality in the Third Reich
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If you're a history buff drawn to the intricacies of societal manipulation, Kershaw's 'The "Hitler Myth"' will fascinate you. It reveals how Hitler's image was curated and sold to a nation, which makes for a compelling read. Diving into this book is like peering behind a curtain to see the murky interplay of propaganda and public perception that bolstered one of history's darkest regimes.
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David Kilcullen
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Oxford
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Counterinsurgency
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David Kilcullen is one of the world's most influential experts on counterinsurgency and modern warfare, a ground-breaking theorist whose ideas "are revolutionizing military thinking throughout the west" ( Washington Post ). Indeed, his vision of modern warfare powerfully influenced the United States' decision to rethink its military strategy in Iraq and implement "the Surge," now recognized as a dramatic success. In Counterinsurgency , Kilcullen brings together his most salient writings on this vitally important topic. Here is a picture of modern warfare by someone who has had his boots on the ground in some of today's worst trouble spots-including Iraq and Afghanistan-and who has been studying counterinsurgency since 1985. Filled with down-to-earth, common-sense insights, this book is the definitive account of counterinsurgency, indispensable for all those interested in making sense of our world in an age of terror.
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Martin Albrow
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Stanford
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The Global Age : State and Society Beyond Modernity
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The Global Age is a highly recommended book for sociologists and anyone interested in understanding our world today. It argues that we've moved from the modern era to the global era, where human beings think on a global scale, and values take the globe as their reference point. The author discusses the environmental consequences of human activities, a new popular construction of the state called "performative citizenship," and the rise of a global economy, making it an insightful and thought-provoking read.
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Jeffrey Herbst
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Princeton
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States And Power In Africa - Comparative Lessons In Authority And Control
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Theories of international relations, assumed to be universally applicable, have failed to explain the creation of states in Africa. There, the interaction of power and space is dramatically different from what occurred in Europe. In his groundbreaking book, Jeffrey Herbst places the African state-building process in a truly comparative perspective, examining the problem of state consolidation from the precolonial period, through the short but intense interlude of European colonialism, to the modern era of independent states. Herbst's bold contention--that the conditions now facing African state-builders existed long before European penetration of the continent--is sure to provoke controversy, for it runs counter to the prevailing assumption that colonialism changed everything.In identifying how the African state-building process differs from the European experience, Herbst addresses the fundamental problem confronting African how to extend authority over sparsely settled lands. Indeed, efforts to exert control over vast, inhospitable territories of low population density and varied environmental and geographical zones have resulted in devastating wars, millions of refugees, and dysfunctional governments perpetrating destructive policies.Detailing the precise political calculations of distinct African leaders, Herbst isolates the basic dynamics of African state development. In analyzing how these leaders have attempted to consolidate power, he is able to evaluate a variety of policy alternatives for dealing with the fundamental political challenges facing African states today.
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Alexander M. Bickel
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Yale
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The Supreme Court and the Idea of Progress
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Timeless questions about the role of the Supreme Court in the American political and legal system are raised in the late Alexander Bickel’s characteristically astute analysis of the work of the Warren Court. He takes issue with the Court’s view that its role should be to move the American polity in the direction of perfect equality and expresses his preference for "a more faithful adherence to the method of analytical reason, and a less confident reliance on the intuitive capacity to identify the course of progress."First published in 1970, this book made news with its prediction that the Court’s best-known decision, in Brown v. Board of Education, might be headed for "irrelevance." Bickel charged the Court, particularly in its segregation and reapportionment cases, with being irrational, inconsistent, and even incoherent and argued that its decisions would lead to unwise centralization of government. He explored the limitations on the role of the court in stimulating social progress and concluded that the Warren Court had intervened in matters of social policy where the political process, not judicial action, should apply."Process is what especially concerned him – the relationship between the legal and the political process in a country where the two are uniquely intermixed. If he criticized something done by the courts for the stated purpose of speeding school desegregation, that did not mean that he favored state-imposed racial discrimination; in fact he abhorred it. He was concerned, rather, about trying to solve complicated problems by legal formulas instead of leaving them to the give-and-take of the political process."-- Anthony Lewis
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William W. Fisher III
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Oxford
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American Legal Realism
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"American Legal Realism" is a must-read for law students and legal scholars. The book provides a collection of readings that were written between 1900 and 1940 by prominent writers on the subject, including Roscoe Pound, Karl Llewellyn, and Oliver Wendell Holmes. The authors provide historical context for each selection, making it easy to understand the various debates surrounding Legal Realism. The book’s concise biographical notes and selective bibliography add value and provide a great starting point for those interested in the subject.
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Nicholas Tarling
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National
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Britain And The Neutralisation Of Laos
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This book is a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the political and diplomatic intricacies of Southeast Asia during the Cold War era. Nicholas Tarling's in-depth analysis of the Geneva conference on Laos of 1961-2 provides unique insights into Britain's policy in the region. The book covers modern Southeast Asian history, the history of Laos, the Vietnam War, and international relations. It is a must-read for students, researchers, and general readers interested in the Cold War's impact on Southeast Asia.
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R.R. Palmer
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Princeton
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Twelve Who Ruled - The Year Of The Terror In The French Revolution
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This book would be a good read for history enthusiasts who are fascinated by the French Revolution. With meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Robert Roswell Palmer vividly captures the dark and tumultuous period known as the Reign of Terror. Through his study of the twelve leaders who ruled during this time, Palmer provides a comprehensive analysis of the motivations and actions that drove the revolution. Prepare to be immersed in a gripping account of one of history's most intriguing and influential events.
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Andrew Sheng
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Cambridge
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From Asian to Global Financial Crisis: An Asian Regulator's View of Unfettered Finance in the 1990s and 2000s
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If you're intrigued by the intricate world of finance and keen to unravel the complex causes behind major economic downturns, this book offers a rare behind-the-scenes look. It's penned by someone who experienced the tumultuous waves of market upheaval firsthand, giving you a front-row seat to the decisions and policies that shaped the financial landscape of the '90s and '00s. This could really resonate if you enjoy deep dives into economic history and policy analysis.
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Langdon Winner, Lewis Mumford |
University
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Technics and Civilization
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Recommendation: "Technics and Civilization" is an eye-opening, thought-provoking read that delves deep into the origins of modern technology. Lewis Mumford's in-depth research on the history of culture, philosophy, and science provides a unique perspective on the moral, economic, and political choices that have led to our present-day industrially-driven economy. This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the impact of technology on society and how it continues to shape our world today.
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Gerald Gunther
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Harvard
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Learned Hand - The Man & The Judge
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If you have a keen interest in the judiciary's impact on American society, "Learned Hand - The Man & The Judge" is a treasure trove of wisdom and jurisprudence. Gerald Gunther provides a meticulous account of Hand's professional and personal life, offering insights into the thoughts of a judge whose work still resonates in the legal sphere today. This book promises to be both a historical journey and a masterclass in legal philosophy.
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Michael Pettis
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Princeton
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The Great Rebalancing : Trade, Conflict, and the Perilous Road Ahead for the World Economy
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"The Great Rebalancing" provides a clear and insightful exploration of the global economy, debunking popular misconceptions about trade imbalances and their effects. Pettis provides readers with a deep dive into the policies behind these destabilizing factors and their potential for economic dislocations that could last for years to come. This book is recommended for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of the global economy and how seemingly disparate issues are actually closely intertwined.
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Louise Tythacott, Gabrielle Abbe, Panggah Ardiyansyah |
National
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Singapore
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Returning Southeast Asia's Past: Objects, Museums, and Restitution
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For the past century and a half, extensive looting and illicit trafficking of Southeast Asia's cultural heritage have scattered art objects from the region to museums and private collections around the world. Today, however, power relations are shifting, a new awareness is growing, and new questions are emerging about the representation and ownership of Southeast Asian cultural material located in the West. This book offers a timely consideration of object restitution and related issues across Southeast Asia, bringing together a range of viewpoints, including those of museum professionals and scholars in Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia, as well as Europe, North America, and Australia. The contributors address legal, cultural, political and diplomatic issues involved in the restitution process, and they also look at the ways object restitution is integral to evolving narratives of national identity. Ultimately, the book’s editors conclude, restitution processes can transform narratives of loss into opportunities for gain, building knowledge and reconstructing relationships across national borders.
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Jim Frederick, Charles Robert Jenkins |
University
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California
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The Reluctant Communist: My Desertion, Court-Martial, and Forty-Year Imprisonment in North Korea
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This book would be a good read for anyone interested in true stories of resilience and survival in the face of extreme adversity. Charles Robert Jenkins' harrowing memoir takes readers on a journey into the inner workings of North Korea's isolated society and provides a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit. Through his gripping storytelling, Jenkins offers a unique perspective on his years spent in captivity, making this a compelling and unforgettable read.
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Samuel P. Huntington, Peter L. Berger |
Oxford
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Many Globalizations - Cultural Diversity In The Contemporary World
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"Many Globalizations" is a great read for anyone interested in understanding the complex relationship between globalization and cultural diversity. The book provides unique insights into how people in different parts of the world navigate their indigenous values and cultural practices amidst globalization. The authors' detailed account of the experiences of citizens from ten countries makes the book a must-read for anyone interested in the cultural impact of globalization.
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Paul Farmer
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University
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California
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AIDS and Accusation : Haiti and the Geography of Blame
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This book could be a good read for people who want to understand how social inequalities such as poverty, racism, and ethnocentrism create a ripple effect in epidemics such as AIDS. It is a thought-provoking analysis of the relationship between social factors and public health outcomes, using the case of AIDS in Haiti as an example. Through his ethnographic study, author Paul Farmer underscores the importance of recognizing the role of systemic inequality in disease spread, which gives readers a much-required global perspective on HIV/AIDS.
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Josipa Roksa, Richard Arum |
University
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Chicago
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Academically Adrift : Limited Learning on College Campuses
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This book sheds light on the troubling issue of lack of learning among college students. It highlights the fact that many students demonstrate no significant improvement in skills such as critical thinking, complex reasoning, and writing for the first two years in college. The authors' extensive research and analysis of the higher education system points towards a culture that is focused on socializing and working, rather than learning, which demands the attention of students, faculty, administrators, policymakers, and parents. If you are a college student or planning to go to one, this book can help you navigate the potential pitfalls of education in contemporary campus culture.
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Nicholas Vincent
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Oxford
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Magna Carta: A Very Short Introduction
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The Magna Carta is arguably the greatest constitutional document in recorded history, yet few people today understand either its contents or its context. This Very Short Introduction , which includes a full English translation of the 1215 Magna Carta, introduces the document to a modern audience, explaining its origins in the troubled reign of King John, and tracing the significant role that it played thereafter as a symbol of the subject's right to protection against the absolute authority of the sovereign. Drawing upon the great advances that have been made in our understanding of thirteenth-century English history, Nicholas Vincent demonstrates why the Magna Carta remains hugely significant today.
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Arun Mahizhnan, Bridget Welsh, James Chin |
National
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Singapore
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Impressions of the Goh Chok Tong Years in Singapore
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Singapore experienced substantial changes during the 14-year tenure of the country’s second Prime Minister, Goh Chok Tong (1990– 2004). Coming after a long period of growth and stability, the period brought to office a new generation of political leaders who faced the task of sustaining and building upon the policies of their predecessors. There were social and cultural initiatives and significant challenges to the economy arising from the Asian crisis of 1998 and the SARS outbreak in 2003. This volume examines the changes that took place during the Goh premiership and assesses its legacy. The 45 essays in the volume review a range of issues from domestic politics and foreign policy to economic development, society, culture, the arts and media.
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Leila Ahmed
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Yale
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A Quiet Revolution : The Veil's Resurgence, from the Middle East to America
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In Cairo in the 1940s, Leila Ahmed was raised by a generation of women who never dressed in the veils and headscarves their mothers and grandmothers had worn. To them, these coverings seemed irrelevant to both modern life and Islamic piety. Today, however, the majority of Muslim women throughout the Islamic world again wear the veil. Why, Ahmed asks, did this change take root so swiftly, and what does this shift mean for women, Islam, and the West? When she began her study, Ahmed assumed that the veil's return indicated a backward step for Muslim women worldwide. What she discovered, however, in the stories of British colonial officials, young Muslim feminists, Arab nationalists, pious Islamic daughters, American Muslim immigrants, violent jihadists, and peaceful Islamic activists, confounded her expectations. Ahmed observed that Islamism, with its commitments to activism in the service of the poor and in pursuit of social justice, is the strain of Islam most easily and naturally merging with western democracies' own tradition of activism in the cause of justice and social change. It is often Islamists, even more than secular Muslims, who are at the forefront of such contemporary activist struggles as civil rights and women's rights. Ahmed's surprising conclusions represent a near reversal of her thinking on this topic. Richly insightful, intricately drawn, and passionately argued, this absorbing story of the veil's resurgence, from Egypt through Saudi Arabia and into the West, suggests a dramatically new portrait of contemporary Islam.
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Bernard Lewis
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Oxford
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Arabs in History
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"Arabs in History" is a well-researched and comprehensive guide to the history and identity of the Arab people. Bernard Lewis covers important issues such as the creation of the Islamic state, the social and economic pressures faced by the Arab Kingdom, and the eventual decline of the Islamic empire. This book is a great read for anyone interested in learning more about the Arab world and its rich history, as well as anyone seeking to understand current social and political challenges in the region.
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Eduardo Mendieta, Richard Rorty |
Stanford
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Take Care of Freedom and Truth Will Take Care of Itself : Interviews with Richard Rorty
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This book could be a good read for those interested in understanding the relevance of philosophy in American political and public life. It provides candid insights into Richard Rorty's political beliefs and his engagement in labor and union traditions in the country. Users would appreciate the colloquial language used throughout the interviews, making it a compelling and accessible read for anyone seeking to engage in social and political commentary.
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Quansheng Zhao
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Oxford
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Interpreting Chinese Foreign Policy - The Micro-Macro Linkage Approach
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities and constraints that shape Chinese foreign policy. Quansheng Zhao's micro-macro linkage approach offers a unique lens through which to analyze the underlying processes, situations, and structures of Chinese foreign policy, providing invaluable insight for scholars, policymakers, and anyone seeking to understand China's role in the international community. The book also provides a comprehensive overview of the key trends shaping modern Chinese foreign policy, including modernization, nationalism, and regionalism.
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Dorothy Herrmann
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University
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Chicago
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Helen Keller : A Life
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This book is recommended for those who seek inspiration from real-life stories of triumph against all odds. It explores the life of Helen Keller, a charismatic and high-strung woman who had to overcome the challenges of being blind and deaf. The book highlights her love affair, successful education at Radcliffe College, and her passion for advocating for the disabled. The author explores Keller's relationship with Annie Sullivan, her teacher, and how it influenced her life. The book presents Keller in a unique light that neither condemns her as a fraud nor venerates her as a saint. Readers will be inspired by Keller's story of perseverance and determination to chart her own path in life.
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Ngiam Tong Dow, Simon S.C. Tay, Tong Dow Ngiam |
National
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Singapore
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A Mandarin and the Making of Public Policy : Reflections of Ngiam Tong Dow
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Engaging with Ngiam Tong Dow's book might feel as though you're sitting down for a chat with someone who shaped Singapore's journey. It offers a personal look into how decisions at the top can ripple through a nation. What makes it particularly compelling is its mix of nostalgia with a critical eye towards the future, making it relevant for anyone interested in governance and public policy.
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Peter Sloterdijk, Mario Wenning |
Columbia
University
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Rage And Time - A Psychopolitical Investigation
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This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the role of rage in shaping the course of Western civilization. With compelling examples from literature and recent events, Peter Sloterdijk challenges the prevailing notion that rage can be controlled or subdued. He presents a new perspective that recognizes the power of rage and proposes harnessing it for productive political change. In a world increasingly gripped by intense emotions, this book offers valuable insights for navigating the complexities of anger and conflict in the modern age.