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Dive into the dynamic world of economics with our wide array of books in the Economics collection. From global financial systems to local economic policies, our selection offers insights by leading economists and scholars.
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Gilles Deleuze, Brian Massumi, Félix Guattari |
Bloomsbury
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A Thousand Plateaus
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A Thousand Plateaus is a must-read for philosophy enthusiasts who want to explore the intricacies of radical democracy and art. The book offers a unique perspective on contemporary politics and art, making it a valuable addition to any reader's collection. With its groundbreaking ideas and thought-provoking arguments, users are sure to find themselves engaged and challenged throughout their reading journey.
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Tania Murray Li, Philip Hirsch, Derek Hall |
Nus
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Powers Of Exclusion - Land Dilemmas In Southeast Asia
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In this book, the authors delve into the intricate web of land ownership, political power struggles, and cultural values in Southeast Asia. They offer a unique perspective on the problems faced by indigenous communities, and the ways in which exclusion from land rights impacts their lives. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the complex social and political landscape of Southeast Asia.
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Nancy Fraser
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Verso
Fortunes Of Feminism - From State-Managed Capitalism To Neoliberal Crisis
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"Fortunes of Feminism" could be a good read for individuals interested in the feminist movement's evolution over the years. Nancy Fraser gives an insightful account of the changes the movement has undergone and anticipates a radical yet egalitarian phase of feminist thought and action. Fraser argues for a renewed feminist radicalism to address the global economic crisis and bring the economy under democratic control. The book is a great resource for feminist scholars, history students, and anyone interested in understanding the feminist movement's current state and prospects for the future.
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Peter (Visiting Fellow Self
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Red
Globe
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Government by the Market? : The Politics of Public Choice
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Recent decades have seen the study of politics invaded by economic theories, methods and techniques. This book gives a concise, non- technical account of these 'public choice' theories and examines their influence upon government policies in English-speaking countries. Issues covered include slimming the state, privatising welfare and re- structuring government. Final chapters offer an alternative view of the basis of good government. This book offers a unique survey and critique of the ideas and influence of an important branch of political thought and its links with market theories.
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James Canton
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Penguin
Putnam
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The Extreme Future : The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the Next 20 Years
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The Extreme Future is a must-read for individuals and businesses who want to be prepared for the rapidly changing world. Dr. James Canton offers unique insights into the probable outcomes and future trends in various fields such as business, technology, environment, terrorism, population, and medicine, enabling readers to prepare for potential changes. Furthermore, Canton identifies the rise of China as a new global superpower, and how this can affect the world's power dynamics. The book is perfect for individuals seeking a comprehensive guide on how to navigate the 21st century.
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David Henley
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Zed
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Asia-Africa Development Divergence : A Question of Intent
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"Asia-Africa Development Divergence" by David Henley is a must-read for those interested in understanding why Asian countries have been far more successful in reducing absolute poverty compared to African countries. Henley argues that the key reason behind this divergence is the absence of serious developmental intent on the part of African political leaders. He provides a well-researched analysis, highlighting the role of leadership in shaping development outcomes. This book is recommended for anyone interested in development economics and political science.
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Nancy Fraser
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Verso
Fortunes of Feminism : From State-Managed Capitalism to Neoliberal Crisis
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This book is a powerful account of the evolution of the feminist movement, from its early struggles for liberation to its current challenges in the face of neoliberalism. Nancy Fraser provides a roadmap for reinvigorating feminist thought and action, offering a vision of feminist radicalism that can address the global economic crisis and work in concert with other egalitarian movements. If you're looking for a book that will inspire and guide you in the fight for a more just and equitable world, this is it.
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Immanuel Wallerstein
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Historical Capitalism with Capitalist Civilization
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This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding how capitalism developed into a global system, and its effects on underdeveloped countries. Immanuel Wallerstein challenges widely-held opinions by arguing that capitalism has led to actual immiseration in Third World countries. He provides a clear and insightful analysis of the emergence of a unified world market and the international division of labor. Overall, this book is a welcome synthesis of Wallerstein's monumental study of capitalism.
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Barry Pateman, Noam Chomsky |
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Chomsky On Anarchism
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"Chomsky On Anarchism" is a must-read for those who are interested in exploring Noam Chomsky's life-long commitment to non-hierarchical models of political organization. The book offers a fresh picture of Chomsky, highlighting his visionary anarchist principles, and how he believes that a future world without rulers is possible. Through a collection of essays and interviews, this book provides an intelligent and coherent discussion of anarchism, making it a great choice for anyone looking to learn more about this fascinating and often misunderstood political philosophy.
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Per Molander
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Melville
House
The Anatomy Of Inequality - Its Social And Economic Origins- And Solutions
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This book provides a unique perspective on inequality, going beyond the usual discussions about income disparities and looking at the deeper social and economic origins of this problem. Using examples from various countries and systems, Per Molander offers evidence-based solutions for creating a more just society. Readers of this book will gain a deeper understanding of the complexity of inequality and will be inspired to advocate for policies that address its root causes.
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Antonio Negri, Michael Hardt |
Harvard
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Empire
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Empire by Michael Hardt and Antonio Negri is an in-depth analysis of the new political order of globalization. It offers a philosophical transformation that is essential for modern politics, identifying a shift in concepts centring sovereignty, nation and people. Additionally, it introduces alternative political paradigms that can form the basis for a democratic global society. The analysis includes cultural and economic changes in postmodern society, networks of communication and control, transnational corporations and the increasing use of post-industrial labor and production. It is an excellent read for anyone seeking to understand globalization and the global political economy.
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Anthony Giddens
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Cambridge
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Capitalism and Modern Social Theory : An Analysis of the Writings of Marx, Durkheim and Max Weber
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Giddens's analysis of the writings of Marx, Durkheim and Weber has become the classic text for any student seeking to understand the three thinkers who established the basic framework of contemporary sociology. The first three sections of the book, based on close textual examination of the original sources, contain separate treatments of each writer. The author demonstrates the internal coherence of their respective contributions to social theory. The concluding section discusses the principal ways in which Marx can be compared with the other two authors, and discusses misconceptions of some conventional views on the subject.
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David E. Duffee, Edward R. Maguire |
Routledge
Criminal Justice Theory - Explaining The Nature And Behavior Of Criminal Justice
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This book provides a unique approach to criminal financial investigation by detailing forensic accounting techniques used by investigators to solve crimes committed for profit. It would be a good read for those interested in forensic accounting or criminal justice investigation and its use of financial analysis. The book's most distinctive feature is its focus on forensic accounting, which sets it apart from other books on criminal justice.
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Philip Mirowski
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Verso
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Never Let a Serious Crisis Go to Waste : How Neoliberalism Survived the Financial Meltdown
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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history and current state of neoliberal economic theory and its impact on society. Mirowski's insightful analysis of the Great Recession and the role of neoliberalism in creating and perpetuating it is both informative and engaging. The book's most unique and distinctive feature is its ability to unveil and debunk the myths that surround neoliberalism and its supposed solutions to economic crises. Overall, Never Let a Serious Crisis Go to Waste offers a comprehensive and invaluable critique of neoliberal economics that will leave readers with a deeper understanding of the challenges facing our society and a renewed sense of urgency to address them.
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Eric Royal Lybeck
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Macat
The Black Swan - The Impact Of The Highly Improbable
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"The Black Swan is a must-read for those interested in challenging their assumptions about the future. Taleb's creative approach to predicting Black Swan events can help users learn how to think outside of the box and prepare for the unexpected. With his expertise and engaging writing style, Taleb offers readers a unique perspective on how to anticipate rare events that can have a significant impact on our lives."
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Randall Johnson, Pierre Bourdieu |
Stanford
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Practical Reason : On the Theory of Action
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Do social classes really exist? Is disinterested action really possible? What do the family, the church, and the intellectual world have in common? Can morality be founded on hypocrisy? What is the "subject" of action? In this new volume, one of France's foremost social thinkers of our time responds to these major questions and to others, thus tracing the outlines of a work that could be called "Pierre Bourdieu by himself." In these texts, the author tries to go to the essential, that is, the most elementary and fundamental, questions. He thereby explains the philosophical principles that have led to his social science research and the idea of the human that guides his choices there. With the lucidity allowed by retrospect, Bourdieu brings out the fundamental theories of his greatest books, notably Outline of a Theory of Practice and The Logic of Practice (Stanford, 1990), and, with an eye to the future, presents the first results of his most recent work on the state, the anthropological moorings of the economy, and male domination. Bourdieu's theory is both a philosophy of science dedicated to revealing the objective relations that shape and underpin social life, and a philosophy of action that takes account of agents' dispositions as well as the structured situations in which they act. This philosophy of action is condensed in a small number of key concepts―habitus, field, capital―and it is defined by the two-way relationship between the objective structures of social fields and the incorporated structures of the habitus. All in all, this book should be an indispensable introduction to Bourdieu's work, not only to students and scholars in sociology, anthropology, political science, and philosophy, but throughout the social sciences and humanities generally.
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Frederick G. Hilmer
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Free
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Management Redeemed : Debunking the Fads That Undermine Our Corporate Performance
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"Management Redeemed" would be a great read for individuals seeking to learn about prevalent but misconceived management practices. The author, Lex Donaldson, takes a comprehensive look at several global companies and debunks the myths they have adopted. The book focuses on the notion that a strong management system can improve an organization's performance contrary to popular beliefs that the opposite is true. Donaldson's expertise in organizational design comes through in his writing style, making the book an enjoyable and informative read for anyone interested in debunking corporate myths.
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Robert Costanza, Ida Kubiszewski |
Wspc
Creating A Sustainable And Desirable Future: Insights From 45 Global Thought Leaders
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The major challenge for the current generation of mankind is to develop a shared vision of a future that is both desirable to the vast majority of humanity and ecologically sustainable. Creating a Sustainable and Desirable Future offers a broad, critical discussion on what such a future should or can be, with global perspectives written by some of the world's leading thinkers, Wendell Berry, Van Jones, Frances Moore Lappe, Peggy Liu, Hunter Lovins, Gus Speth, Bill McKibben, and many more.
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Takeo Harada
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Pax Japonica - The Resurrection Of Japan
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- This book would be a great read for anyone interested in understanding Japan's economic crisis and its potential to bounce back. Takeo Harada provides a fresh perspective on Japan's hidden role as a controller of secret funds, shedding light on its crucial role in the global economy. By exploring the possibility of a future Pax Japonica, this book offers fascinating insights and optimism about Japan's potential to regain its prominence in global finance.
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William Corlett
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Cornell
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Class Action : Reading Labor, Theory and Value
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This book offers a unique perspective on labor theory by incorporating the works of Jacques Lacan, Gilles Deleuze, Felix Guattari, and Jacques Derrida. It challenges traditional Marxist ideas, advocates for direct action, and proposes strategies for organizing workers who are often overlooked by mainstream labor movements. Class Action is ideal for readers interested in anti-capitalist struggle, labor organizing, and social justice issues.
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Mark Haynes Daniell
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Wiley
World of Risk : Next Generation Strategy for a Volatile Era
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World of Risk by Mark Daniell is a must-read for global leaders, politicians, business people and anyone concerned with the future of our world. Daniell presents an architecture of practical solutions to deal with the complex, interconnected risks of our modern world. He offers a new state-of-the-art model of global strategy and leadership, emphasizing the importance of individual commitment and collective global responsibility in combating the risks posed by economic crises, disease, crime, and environmental challenges. Highly recommended for those looking to stay ahead of future trends.
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Eamonn Kelly, Peter Leyden, Members of Global Business Network |
Basic
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What's Next : Exploring the New Terrain for Business
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Who better to help us foresee how emerging trends will help shape the agenda for business in the first decade of the twenty-first century than Global Business Network, the renowned futurist think tank and strategic consulting firm, where some of the greatest minds from these fields converge and converse? In What's Next?, GBN's President, Eamonn Kelly, and its "knowledge developer," Peter Leyden, weave together fresh, new insights from expansive interviews with many of the Network's key thinkers, including: Stewart Brand on civilization, Mary Catherine Bateson on cultural change, Paul Hawken on the anti-globalization movement, Esther Dyson on Russia, Kevin Kelly on thinking globally, and Francis Fukuyama on biotechnology. The result is a thought-provoking, and inspiring guide to the ideas, concepts, and forces that will influence business in an era of increasing uncertainty-and opportunity.Visit the GBN website at www.gbn.org.
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Manuel Castells
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The Information Age: Power of Identity v.2 : Economy, Society and Culture
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This book would be a valuable read for anyone interested in understanding the effects of globalization and identity on the world. Manuel Castells delves into the impact of technology and capitalism on society and culture, while also examining collective movements and their aims. He explores the challenges faced by fundamental categories of existence, and the impact of media in promoting individual and collective ambitions. This is a book that offers a global perspective on social processes and their interrelatedness, and sheds light on the transformation of the world in the Information Age.
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Aihwa Ong
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Neoliberalism As Exception - Mutations In Citizenship And Sovereignty
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This book is a great read for those interested in exploring the changing nature of citizenship and sovereignty in the modern world. Aihwa Ong's analysis of the impact of neoliberalism on immigration and transnational populations offers a fresh perspective on the topic. Ong's writing style is clear and concise, making complex concepts accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Overall, Neoliberalism As Exception is a thought-provoking and insightful work that is highly recommended for anyone interested in the politics of citizenship and sovereignty.
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Antonio Negri, Michael Hardt |
Harvard
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Empire
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"Empire is a thought-provoking analysis of the contemporary economic, cultural, and legal transformations taking place across the globe. It examines the emerging global order that draws on elements of U.S. constitutionalism, with its tradition of hybrid identities and expanding frontiers. The book discusses how this shift in concepts forms the philosophical basis of modern politics and how it's different from the imperialism of European dominance and capitalist expansion in previous eras. It's a must-read for political philosophy enthusiasts seeking an alternative political paradigm for a truly democratic global society."
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Janet Morrison
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Globe
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International Business - Challenges In A Changing World
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This book is ideal for business students interested in global business and its challenges in the changing world. It features case studies that cover large and small businesses from various countries, and highlights contemporary issues such as corporate social responsibility, ethics, governance, and global warming. The book encourages critical thinking and provides an international perspective on running a successful business.
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Arjun Appadurai
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University
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Modernity At Large : Cultural Dimensions of Globalization
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"Modernity at Large" is an insightful read for those interested in understanding how globalization and culture play into each other. Arjun Appadurai examines the current epoch of globalization and looks at popular consumption patterns, debates about multiculturalism, and ethnic violence through a unique cultural lens. The book examines how images are circulated internationally through the media and how they are borrowed in unexpected ways. If you are interested in globalization and cultural studies, this book is for you.
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Steve Sherlock
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Lexington
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The Performativity Of Value - On The Citability Of Cultural Commodities
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- This book is a fascinating exploration of the influence of cultural commodities on social identity. Through the lens of language, the author delves into the concept of "performative" value and its impact on the cultural economy. If you're interested in understanding how our society assigns meaning to objects, this thought-provoking read is for you.
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Aihwa Ong
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Duke
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This book is a must-read for anyone curious about how neoliberalism shapes the world we live in. Through captivating case studies, Aihwa Ong reveals the surprising ways in which different regimes adapt and manipulate the neoliberal agenda to exert control and compete globally. By shedding light on the exceptions and transformations that occur within governing practices, Ong unravels the complex relationship between power, knowledge, and citizenship. Prepare to question the traditional boundaries of sovereignty and discover the emergence of an interactive mode of citizenship that values marketable skills over national identity.
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Michael Siam-Heng Heng, Mah-Hui Lim |
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COVID-19 and the Structural Crises of Our Time
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"We live in paradoxical times. Traditionally, the West has led the world in theory and practice. Yet, recent developments, from COVID-19 to the storming of the US Capitol, show how lost the West has become. This loss of direction has deep roots. In their usual thoughtful and incisive fashion, Lim Mah-Hui and Michael Heng Siam-Heng, draw out the deeper origins of our current crises and show us a new way forward. A must-read for anyone who wants to understand our strange times." -- Kishore Mahbubani, founding Dean of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, is the author of Has China Won?"A powerful and compelling critique of neoliberal globalization and its potentially devastating, but long underestimated, consequences for financial stability, the environment, social equity and democracy. COVID-19 has laid bare these dysfunctions and stresses. But this is not a pessimistic book. The authors argue, correctly, that we may be on the cusp of another Great Transformation. The choices we make today to make markets more resilient, improve social protection, and preserve our freedoms could lay the foundations for a sustainable globalization that works for future generations." -- Donald Low, Professor of Practice in Public Policy and Director of the Institute for Emerging Market Studies, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology"This fascinating book highlights the interplay between financial and health crises that the COVID-19 pandemic exposed. Financialized capitalism is bad for the planet, bad for human health, and creates more unequal and insecure societies. The authors make a strong and convincing case for re-embedding markets into society and finance into the real economy." --Jayati Ghosh, Professor of Economics, University of Massachusetts at Amherst, USA"Lim and Heng's ambitious volume argues that 2020 was the year of the global 'perfect storm' of multiple crises, with the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbating financial, economic, socio-political and environmental breakdowns. They extend Karl Polanyi's original insights to appeal for a sustainable global New Deal. While the reader may not agree with all their theses, the scope of their coverage and ambition will set the stage for debates over the annus horribilis." -- Jomo K.S., Founder-chair, IDEAS www.network.ideas; former United Nations Assistant Secretary General"This book provides plenty of food for thought for many pondering if the COVID-19 crisis could lead to a major transformation of the global economic system shaped by unfettered market forces and policies of governments in their service."-- Yilmaz Akyuz, former Director, UNCTAD, Geneva
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Peter Ho
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Challenges Of Governance In A Complex World, The
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This book could be a good read for individuals interested in understanding and addressing challenges to good governance in a rapidly changing and uncertain world. Through four lectures, Peter Ho explores the complexity of modern governance and suggests practical solutions for building resilience and a comparative advantage in this landscape. The use of metaphors, such as the 'black elephant,' and the 'dialectic of governance,' makes the book accessible and thought-provoking. It is recommended for policymakers, academics, and anyone interested in understanding contemporary governance challenges.
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Slavoj Žižek
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The Year of Dreaming Dangerously
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This book is perfect for those who want to understand the socio-political events that have unfolded in recent years and those who want to delve deeper and awaken the revolutionary within themselves. It will help readers to analyze the signs from the future and understand the potential for a utopian society. Slavoj Zizek's unique perspective and analysis on the events of 2011 will leave readers inspired and ready to take action towards a brighter future.
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John Bellamy Foster, Ellen Meiksins Wood, Robert W. McChesney |
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Capitalism and the Information Age : Political Economy of the Global Communication Revolution
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Capitalism and the Information Age provides a comprehensive analysis of the potential problems and opportunities associated with the emerging technologies of the 21st century. It explores the ways in which these technologies are changing the landscape of global communication, shaping the modern labor force, and transforming the political and economic structures that underpin modern society. For those interested in the impact of technology on our world, Capitalism and the Information Age is a must-read.
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Mary Poovey
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A History of the Modern Fact : Problems of Knowledge in the Sciences of Wealth and Society
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How did the fact become modernity's most favored unit of knowledge? How did description come to seem separable from theory in the precursors of economics and the social sciences?Mary Poovey explores these questions in A History of the Modern Fact , ranging across an astonishing array of texts and ideas from the publication of the first British manual on double-entry bookkeeping in 1588 to the institutionalization of statistics in the 1830s. She shows how the production of systematic knowledge from descriptions of observed particulars influenced government, how numerical representation became the privileged vehicle for generating useful facts, and how belief—whether figured as credit, credibility, or credulity—remained essential to the production of knowledge.Illuminating the epistemological conditions that have made modern social and economic knowledge possible, A History of the Modern Fact provides important contributions to the history of political thought, economics, science, and philosophy, as well as to literary and cultural criticism.
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Martha C. Nussbaum
Creating Capabilities : The Human Development Approach
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Recommendation: This book offers a new perspective on human development through the Capabilities Approach, which argues that true progress should be measured by an individual's ability to live a fulfilling life with dignity and self-respect. Nussbaum provides a lucid account of this approach, offering practical implications and highlighting the relevance of the Capabilities Approach in different cultures. This book is recommended for anyone interested in issues concerning human development, social justice and policy-making.
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John Robb
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Brave New War : The Next Stage of Terrorism and the End of Globalization
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- This book is a wake-up call for those interested in understanding the hidden dangers of globalization and terrorism. John Robb uncovers the dark side of technological advancements, revealing how terrorists can exploit it to create mayhem and disrupt the global order. With real-world examples and practical insights, Robb outlines the urgent measures we need to take to protect our economies and cultures. If you want a thought-provoking analysis of the vulnerabilities of our interconnected world, this book is a must-read.
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Robert Morgan, Patrick Reinmoeller, Henk Volberda |
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Strategic Management - Competitiveness And Globalization : Concepts And Cases
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This book is highly recommended for business students, entrepreneurs, and managers looking for practical guidance on creating a competitive advantage. The unique model of blending industrial organization with a resource-based view offers key insights on how to build a sustained competitive advantage. The case studies provide real-world examples and are engaging and exemplary, making the book a valuable resource for those seeking to apply strategic management principles in real-world situations.
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The End of History and the Last Man is an insightful read for those interested in understanding the fundamental changes that have taken place since the Cold War. Fukuyama's argument that liberal democracy has emerged as the ultimate global ideology still holds weight, making it a must-read for those seeking a deep understanding of contemporary global politics.
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Marx's Inferno : The Political Theory of Capital
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Marx's Inferno could be a good read for individuals interested in political theory, socialism, and workers' movement. The book offers a unique perspective on Karl Marx's Capital and examines the motives and aims of the workers' movement. It cleverly engages the reader in socialist debates about the nature of commerce, the experience of labor, the power of bosses and managers, and the possibilities of political organization. If you want to understand how Marx revised republican ideas of freedom in response to the rise of capitalism and how they speak to ever-renewed concerns about political life in today's world, then this book is for you.
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This book would be a valuable read for business owners and managers with international responsibilities. It provides comprehensive coverage of laws, codes, and corporate governance practices for multiple jurisdictions, helping readers understand the legal landscape they operate in and the expectations of various stakeholders. Additionally, the commentary from prominent organizations gives readers a real-world perspective on corporate governance.
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Advanced International Trade - Theory and Evidence
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If you're delving into the complexities of international trade for your graduate studies or research, "Advanced International Trade" can be your guide. Robert Feenstra combines theoretical models with empirical data, making difficult concepts more tangible. Its clear and systematic approach to integrating recent trade research and traditional models will be invaluable for developing a robust understanding of the global economic landscape.
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