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Water Frontier: Commerce and the Chinese in the Lower Mekong Region, 1750-1880
Li Tana, Nola Cooke  | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.

Water Frontier: Commerce and the Chinese in the Lower Mekong Region, 1750-1880

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If you're intrigued by how trade shapes history, "Water Frontier" might just be your next page-turner. It offers a fresh perspective on Indochina's past, focusing on a time when economic networks transcended national boundaries. Particularly noteworthy is its illumination of the Chinese diaspora's pivotal role in regional trade, making it a compelling read for those interested in the intricate blend of commerce, culture, and migration.
Conquests and Cultures : An International History - Thryft
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Thomas Sowell | Basic Books

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.
Evicted : Poverty and Profit in the American City - Thryft
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Matthew Desmond | Penguin Group

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.
Unintended Consequences In Singapore - Thryft
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David Chan | World Scientific

Unintended Consequences In Singapore

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When policymakers, communities or advocates make decisions and take actions, they do so with the purpose of achieving some desired goal. But sometimes, unintended consequences occur. These are outcomes that are not the ones intended by the purposeful decision or action.Unintended consequences can be positive or negative, although the discussions often focus on the unexpected adverse impact that may result from well-intentioned policies or public actions.It is tempting to say that unintended consequences happen because we live in an uncertain and unpredictable world, and that there is not much we can do to prevent their occurrence or prepare for them. In fact, many unintended consequences are neither predetermined nor random. It is true that whether or not unintended consequences happen will be affected by many economic and social factors that Singapore is confronted with, but much will also depend on how we approach these factors and the potential consequences.This book, based on the proceedings at the Behavioural Sciences Institute Conference 2017, explores various issues about unintended consequences in Singapore. The book is organised into four parts. Part 1 provides an overview of issues involved in thinking about unintended consequences. Part 2 examines unintended consequences in the context of Singapore's goal to become a smart nation and compares the perspectives between public and private sector organisations on dealing with uncertainty. Part 3 analyses the relationships linking unintended consequences to healthcare outcomes and the management of race relations in Singapore. Part 4 addresses specific questions on unintended consequences in Singapore in terms of the nation's history, immigration, education, meritocracy, civil service culture and mindsets, and relationships between people and government.This book will provide the reader new perspectives and possibilities related to achieving intended societal goals and building a strong Singapore society.
Tribes - How Race, Religion, And Identity Determine Success In The New Global Economy - Thryft
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Joel Kotkin | Random House

Tribes - How Race, Religion, And Identity Determine Success In The New Global Economy

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Recommendation: "Tribes" is a must-read for those interested in understanding how ethnicity plays a significant role in the global economy. Kotkin's insightful analysis on the significance of ethnic ties and "tribalism" in the international business community helps today's business leaders adapt to the new information-based global economy.

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