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Law, Legislation & Liberty, V 3 (Paper Only) : Vol 3, the Political Order of a Free People - Thryft
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Friedrich A. Hayek | University Of Chicago Press

Law, Legislation & Liberty, V 3 (Paper Only) : Vol 3, the Political Order of a Free People

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Recommendation: "Law, Legislation & Liberty, V 3" by F. A. Hayek is an essential read for those interested in understanding the fundamental political principles that support free societies. Hayek's incisive and straightforward writing style provides a clear and uncompromising exposition of political philosophy. This book is perfect for scholars of economics, law, and political science who are interested in exploring new ideas and ways to sustain a free society.
Why Trust Science? - Thryft
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Ottmar Edenhofer, Naomi Oreskes, Jon Krosnick  | Princeton University Press

Why Trust Science?

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"Why Trust Science?" is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand why science is trustworthy despite its imperfections. With insights from the history and philosophy of science, Naomi Oreskes shows that scientific claims are rigorously vetted through a social process which includes consensus. The book also examines cases where scientists got it wrong and discusses the vital lessons we can learn from them. If you are interested in understanding the role of science in society and how to differentiate truth from falsehood, this book is a great place to start.
The Hedgehog and the Fox : An Essay on Tolstoy's View of History - Second Edition - Thryft
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Isaiah Berlin, Michael Ignatieff, Henry Hardy  | Princeton University Press

The Hedgehog and the Fox : An Essay on Tolstoy's View of History - Second Edition

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Recommendation: "The Hedgehog and the Fox" would be a great read for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or Tolstoy's work. Isaiah Berlin's essay offers a fascinating exploration into the contradictions that exist in Tolstoy's worldview, and how these contradictions influenced his understanding of history and human nature. Berlin's writing is clear and concise, allowing readers to fully appreciate the complexity of these ideas without feeling overwhelmed. Additionally, this new edition includes helpful context and translations, making it even more accessible to a wider audience. Overall, "The Hedgehog and the Fox" is a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of the intersections between philosophy and history.
How Propaganda Works - Thryft
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Jason F. Stanley | Princeton University Press

How Propaganda Works

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How Propaganda Works could be a good read for individuals interested in the politics of propaganda and its effects on democracy. The book provides historical examples and a range of sources to explore how the language of democracy can be used to manipulate and perpetuate inequalities in society. It can help readers understand the mechanisms of propaganda and the importance of identifying and countering it to protect liberal democracies.
Industrial-Strength Denial : Eight Stories of Corporations Defending the Indefensible, from the Slave Trade to Climate Change - Thryft
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Barbara Freese | University Of California Press

Industrial-Strength Denial : Eight Stories of Corporations Defending the Indefensible, from the Slave Trade to Climate Change

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This book is recommended for those who want to understand how corporations prioritize profits over people and the environment, leading to denial and harmful consequences. The book delves into eight campaigns of denial, which are recounted in an epic tour showcasing group dynamics of delusion and deception. The author, an environmental attorney, combines deeply researched insight from her cross-examination of coal industry witnesses and psychological research to reveal how corporations create tribalism, power, conflict, anonymity, social norms, market ideology, and money.
Stand out of our Light : Freedom and Resistance in the Attention Economy - Thryft
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James Williams | Cambridge University Press

Stand out of our Light : Freedom and Resistance in the Attention Economy

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"Stand Out of Our Light" is a must-read for those interested in understanding the impact of the attention economy on our lives. James Williams uses his background as a former Google strategist and a philosopher to provide a thought-provoking analysis of the issue. He seamlessly blends insights from ancient philosophers and contemporary tech leaders to make a case for the need for us to reclaim our attention and pursue our true goals. This book is a timely reminder that we should be in control of technology and not the other way around.
Anger and Forgiveness : Resentment, Generosity, and Justice - Thryft
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Martha C. Nussbaum | Oxford University Press

Anger and Forgiveness : Resentment, Generosity, and Justice

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This book is insightful for those interested in exploring the complexities of forgiveness in personal and political relationships. Nussbaum argues that forgiveness can sometimes be unhelpful and narcissistic, and suggests that cultivating generosity is a better approach. Her examination of the middle realm of relationships, where resentment often festers, is particularly thought-provoking. Overall, this book offers a nuanced and incisive perspective on a topic that is often oversimplified.
Local Histories/Global Designs - Coloniality, Subaltern Knowledges, And Border Thinking - Thryft
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Walter D. Mignolo | Princeton University Press

Local Histories/Global Designs - Coloniality, Subaltern Knowledges, And Border Thinking

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This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding how Western colonial power has influenced social sciences and area studies. Mignolo's argument sheds light on the need to decolonize knowledge and to recognize the diverse and subaltern voices that have been historically silenced.
The Darker Side of Western Modernity : Global Futures, Decolonial Options - Thryft
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Walter D. Mignolo | Duke University Press Books

The Darker Side of Western Modernity : Global Futures, Decolonial Options

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"The Darker Side of Western Modernity" argues that the world is undergoing a shift towards dewesternization and decoloniality, which require a break from the colonial matrix of Western power to imagine and create new global futures. This book will be relevant and enlightening for anyone interested in understanding the power structures that underlie Western modernity and the potential for a more equitable future.
The Essential Reinhold Niebuhr: Selected Essays and Addresses - Thryft
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Robert McAfee Brown, Reinhold Niebuhr  | Yale University Press

The Essential Reinhold Niebuhr: Selected Essays and Addresses

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Recommended for readers seeking accessible theological insights. The selection of essays provides a good introduction to Niebuhr's thoughts on the life of faith and theological ethics. Users may appreciate Niebuhr's clear communication style and practical understanding of theology.
The Politics Of Compassion - The Sichuan Earthquake And Civic Engagement In China - Thryft
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Bin Xu | Stanford University Press

The Politics Of Compassion - The Sichuan Earthquake And Civic Engagement In China

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The Politics of Compassion is a thought-provoking book that sheds light on the complex social dynamics of civic engagement in China. Bin Xu's insightful analysis shows how civic engagement, while driven by empathy, is also constrained by political context. The book offers a unique perspective on the moral-political dilemma faced by Chinese citizens and the challenges of discussing politically sensitive issues in a repressive state. Overall, this is a must-read for anyone looking to understand contemporary China and the power dynamics behind civic engagement in the aftermath of a disaster.
Who Cleans The Park? - Public Work And Urban Governance In New York City - Thryft
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John Krinsky, Maud Simonet  | University Of Chicago Press

Who Cleans The Park? - Public Work And Urban Governance In New York City

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"Who Cleans the Park?" is a must-read for those who are interested in understanding the invisible work that goes into maintaining public spaces. The authors offer unique insights into the changing nature of public work, from welfare reforms to public-private partnerships. With a focus on New York City, the book examines different groups of people who maintain parks, such as unionized city workers and non-profit park conservancies. It raises important questions about public work and who it ultimately benefits.
Private Government : How Employers Rule Our Lives (and Why We Don't Talk about It) - Thryft
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Elizabeth S. Anderson | Princeton University Press

Private Government : How Employers Rule Our Lives (and Why We Don't Talk about It)

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This book explores how many workplaces function as authoritarian private governments, with employers possessing sweeping power over workers' lives. Anderson argues that this reality is often obscured by misconceptions about free markets and emphasizes the need to reconceptualize the workplace to ensure workers' freedom. A thought-provoking read for anyone interested in labor relations, political philosophy, or the nature of power in society.
Professional Correctness : Literary Studies and Political Change - Thryft
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Stanley Fish | Oxford University Press

Professional Correctness : Literary Studies and Political Change

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"Professional Correctness" is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of literary criticism and political activism. Stanley Fish provides a thought-provoking analysis of the debate between those who believe that literature should be used to effect social change and those who think it should remain apolitical. This book is particularly relevant in today's society, where social justice and advocacy are increasingly important topics in all fields.
The Global Age : State and Society Beyond Modernity - Thryft
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Martin Albrow | Stanford University Press

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.
Challenging Cosmopolitanism : Coercion, Mobility and Displacement in Islamic Asia - Thryft
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R. Michael Feener, Joshua Gedacht  | Edinburgh University Press

Challenging Cosmopolitanism : Coercion, Mobility and Displacement in Islamic Asia

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This book provides a critical perspective on Islamic cosmopolitanism, exploring its darker shades of power, violence, and economic control. Through new historical and ethnographic research, it contextualizes contemporary issues such as the global refugee crisis in relation to longer histories of Muslim mobility and coercion. A must-read for those interested in a nuanced understanding of Islamic cosmopolitanism.
The Curriculum : Problems, Politics, and Possibilities (Second Edition) - Thryft
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Landon E. Beyer, Michael W. Apple  | State University Of New York Press

The Curriculum : Problems, Politics, and Possibilities (Second Edition)

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"The Curriculum" is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of education policy and practice. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of historical and contemporary efforts to redefine the public school curriculum, and raises important questions about the nature and direction of educational policies and practices. The book's most unique and distinctive feature is its focus on both theoretical and practical aspects of the curriculum, and how they are connected to social values and purposes. This makes it an ideal read for educators and policymakers alike, as it helps to elucidate the meaning and value of education amidst continuing debates in the field.
A Passion for Democracy : American Essays - Thryft
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Benjamin R. Barber | Princeton University Press

A Passion for Democracy : American Essays

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A Passion for Democracy: American Essays is a great read for individuals interested in understanding American democracy. The author lays out the importance of civic education and culture in relationship to democracy, and how technology could affect the very principles democracy rests upon. It's unique in its analysis of censorship and how it affects democracy. If you're looking for a thought-provoking and insightful read about democracy, this book is for you.
Rights of Man, Common Sense, and Other Political Writings - Thryft
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Mark Philp, Thomas Paine  | Oxford University Press

Rights of Man, Common Sense, and Other Political Writings

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The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of political thought and social change. Paine's writings provide an essential insight into the importance of individual rights, natural justice, and the need for political control by the people. The author's ideas have shaped the Western liberal democratic tradition and also inspired social liberation movements all over the world. The book itself is fully annotated, providing helpful notes and up-to-date bibliographies to further explore the topic.
Academically Adrift : Limited Learning on College Campuses - Thryft
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Josipa Roksa, Richard Arum  | University Of Chicago Press

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.
Vietnam : Rising Dragon - Thryft
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Bill Hayton | Yale University Press

Vietnam : Rising Dragon

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"Vietnam: Rising Dragon" is a captivating and enlightening read that sheds light on the many complexities of Vietnam's development. The book examines the social, economic, political, cultural, and historical factors influencing the country. Hayton's personal accounts offer an immersive experience for readers looking to learn more about Vietnam's urban and street life, cultural heritage, and their uniquely structured government. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in exploring a detailed account of Vietnam's emergence as a rising Asian power.
International Relations And The European Union - Thryft
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Christopher J. Hill, Michael Smith  | Oxford University Press

International Relations And The European Union

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This book is an insightful guide to the European Union's role in global affairs, focusing on its power, processes, and place in the international community. The authors skillfully examine the EU's impact on the global stage, making it an essential read for students and practitioners of international relations.
The Third Revolution : Xi Jinping and the New Chinese State - Thryft
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Elizabeth C. Economy | Oxford University Press

The Third Revolution : Xi Jinping and the New Chinese State

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The Third Revolution could be a good read for anyone interested in understanding the political and economic transformation underway in China under Xi Jinping's leadership. The book covers a wide range of topics including corruption, innovation, environmental concerns, and global presence, providing an in-depth analysis of each. This book is recommended for readers who are interested in understanding China's standing in global affairs and how China's evolution will impact the world in the future.
Locating Southeast Asia : Geographies of Knowledge and Politics of Space - Thryft
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Henk Schulte Nordholt | Singapore University Press

Locating Southeast Asia : Geographies of Knowledge and Politics of Space

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Southeast Asia has never formed a unified political realm nor has it ever developed a cultural or civilizational unity. The present volume brings together observations about "Southeast Asia" drawn from a number of regional and disciplinary perspectives. The authors look at the region from the standpoint of Thailand and the Philippines, Singapore and Hong Kong, Japan and the Asian mainland, the South China Sea and the seacoasts of the region. They also consider the significance of borders and of a monetary network, of transnational flows of people, goods and information, and of knowledge in shaping Southeast Asia both for its residents and in the eyes of a wider world.
The Sociological Imagination - Thryft
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C. Wright Mills | Oxford University Press

The Sociological Imagination

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C. Wright Mills is best remembered for his highly acclaimed work The Sociological Imagination , in which he set forth his views on how social science should be pursued. Hailed upon publication as a cogent and hard-hitting critique, The Sociological Imagination took issue with the ascendant schools of sociology in the United States, calling for a humanist sociology connecting the social, personal, and historical dimensions of our lives. The sociological imagination Mills calls for is a sociological vision, a way of looking at the world that can see links between the apparently private problems of the individual and important social issues.
The British Constitution: A Very Short Introduction - Thryft
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Martin Loughlin | Oxford University Press

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.
The European Union: A Very Short Introduction - Thryft
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John Pinder, Simon Usherwood  | Oxford University Press

The European Union: A Very Short Introduction

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This book is a great way to gain a comprehensive understanding of the European Union, from its inception to current times. It covers the Union's history, functioning and institutions, as well as its role beyond Europe. The updated edition covers the Lisbon treaty, the EU fiscal crisis, and the future of the Union. If you are interested in politics and international affairs, this book is a must-read.
The Two Cultures - Thryft
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C.P. Snow, Stefan Collini  | Cambridge University Press

The Two Cultures

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The notion that our society, its education system and its intellectual life, is characterised by a split between two cultures—the arts or humanities on one hand, and the sciences on the other—has a long history. But it was C. P. Snow's Rede lecture of 1959 that brought it to prominence and began a public debate that is still raging in the media today. This 50th anniversary printing of The Two Cultures and its successor piece, A Second Look (in which Snow responded to the controversy four years later) features an introduction by Stefan Collini, charting the history and context of the debate, its implications and its afterlife. The importance of science and technology in policy run largely by non-scientists, the future for education and research, and the problem of fragmentation threatening hopes for a common culture are just some of the subjects discussed.
Capitalism and Modern Social Theory : An Analysis of the Writings of Marx, Durkheim and Max Weber - Thryft
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Anthony Giddens | Cambridge University Press

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.
Understanding Management : The Social Science Foundations - Thryft
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Paul Willman | Oxford University Press

Understanding Management : The Social Science Foundations

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Management is a fragmented and interdisciplinary area of study, with a lot of academic branches. Willman argues this tree is narrower at its roots, and these roots lie primarily in social science. Key to the purpose of the book is to present management theory as applied social science.Developed out of a core management course at Master's level, this book introduces the field to students who may have little prior knowledge of management. Willman interprets 'management' broadly to embrace the sub-disciplines of strategy, finance, accounting, marketing, organisational behaviour and operations management. The text aims to show how they arose and how they relate, thus engaging the reader in a little history.The book is integrative, in that it seeks to find common concerns in disparate literatures. It is also critical in that it seeks to comparatively evaluate contributions to the management field both in terms of theoretical contribution and practical impact. It is intended to be accessible to a range of readers, presenting technical materials in an informal way. Finally, it is introductory in that it assumes no previous knowledge of the academic management field.
Thicker Than Oil : America's Uneasy Partnership with Saudi Arabia - Thryft
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Rachel Bronson | Oxford University Press

Thicker Than Oil : America's Uneasy Partnership with Saudi Arabia

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For fifty-five years, the United States and Saudi Arabia were solid partners. Then came the 9/11 attacks, which sorely tested that relationship. In Thicker than Oil , Rachel Bronson reveals why the partnership became so intimate and how the countries' shared interests sowed the seeds oftoday's most pressing problem--Islamic radicalism.Drawing on a wide range of archival material, declassified documents, and interviews with leading Saudi and American officials, Bronson chronicles a history of close, and always controversial, contacts. She argues that contrary to popular belief the relationship was never simply about "oilfor security." Saudi Arabia's geographic location and religiously motivated foreign policy figured prominently in American efforts to defeat "godless communism." From Africa to Afghanistan, Egypt to Nicaragua, the two worked to beat back Soviet expansion. But decisions made for hardheaded ColdWar purposes left behind a legacy that today enflames the Middle East.In this landmark work, Bronson exposes the political calculations that drove this secretive relationship. Her lively narrative is interwoven with colorful stories of diplomatic adventures and misadventures--including details of high-level backchannel conversations, awkward cross-culturalencounters, and a bizarre American request for the Saudi government to subsidize Polish pork exports, a demand the U.S. Ambassador refused to deliver. Looking forward, she outlines the challenges confronting the relationship. The Saudi government faces a zealous internal opposition bent onAmerica's and Saudi Arabia's destruction. Yet from the perspective of both countries, the status quo is clearly unsustainable. This book shows how this crucial relationship evolved, and suggests ways to chart its future course.
Economic Gangsters : Corruption, Violence, and the Poverty of Nations - Thryft
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Edward Miguel, Ray Fisman  | Princeton University Press

Economic Gangsters : Corruption, Violence, and the Poverty of Nations

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Getting inside the heads of the developing world’s dictators, warlords, and corrupt politiciansMeet the economic gangster. He's the United Nations diplomat who double-parks his Mercedes on New York City streets at rush hour because the cops can't touch him―he has diplomatic immunity. He's the Chinese smuggler who dodges tariffs by magically transforming frozen chickens into frozen turkeys. The dictator, the warlord, the unscrupulous bureaucrat who bilks the developing world of billions in aid. The calculating crook who views stealing and murder as just another part of his business strategy. And, in the wrong set of circumstances, he might just be you.In Economic Gangsters , Raymond Fisman and Edward Miguel take readers into the secretive, chaotic, and brutal worlds inhabited by these lawless and violent thugs. Join these two sleuthing economists as they follow the foreign aid money trail into the grasping hands of corrupt governments and shady underworld characters. Spend time with ingenious black marketeers as they game the international system. Follow the steep rise and fall of stock prices of companies with unseemly connections to Indonesia's former dictator. See for yourself what rainfall has to do with witch killings in Tanzania―and more.Fisman and Miguel use economics to get inside the heads of these "gangsters," and propose solutions that can make a difference to the world's poor―including cash infusions to defuse violence in times of drought, and steering the World Bank away from aid programs most susceptible to corruption.In a new postscript, the authors look at how economists might use new tools to better understand, and fight back against, corruption and violence in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis. Take an entertaining walk on the dark side of global economic development with Economic Gangsters .
Germans into Nazis - Thryft
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Peter Fritzsche | Harvard University Press

Germans into Nazis

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Why did ordinary Germans vote for Hitler? In this dramatically plotted book, organized around crucial turning points in 1914, 1918, and 1933, Peter Fritzsche explains why the Nazis were so popular and what was behind the political choice made by the German people.Rejecting the view that Germans voted for the Nazis simply because they hated the Jews, or had been humiliated in World War I, or had been ruined by the Great Depression, Fritzsche makes the controversial argument that Nazism was part of a larger process of democratization and political invigoration that began with the outbreak of World War I.The twenty-year period beginning in 1914 was characterized by the steady advance of a broad populist revolution that was animated by war, drew strength from the Revolution of 1918, menaced the Weimar Republic, and finally culminated in the rise of the Nazis. Better than anyone else, the Nazis twisted together ideas from the political Left and Right, crossing nationalism with social reform, anti-Semitism with democracy, fear of the future with hope for a new beginning. This radical rebelliousness destroyed old authoritarian structures as much as it attacked liberal principles.The outcome of this dramatic social revolution was a surprisingly popular regime that drew on public support to realize its horrible racial goals. Within a generation, Germans had grown increasingly self-reliant and sovereign, while intensely nationalistic and chauvinistic. They had recast the nation, but put it on the road to war and genocide.
International Relations Since 1945 : A Global History - Thryft
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John Kent, John W. Young  | Oxford University Press

International Relations Since 1945 : A Global History

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International Relations Since 1945: A Global History is an authoritative and historical analysis of international relations during the Cold War and its aftermath. In one volume, it both describes and interprets events since 1945 for an undergraduate audience. Exploring how the Cold Waraffected world politics as a whole, the book also deals with such important regional problems as the Middle East wars, the development of European integration, and the end of the European empires in Africa and Asia.While focusing on political change, the authors pay careful attention to the evolution of the global economy and the interplay between international and domestic developments, as well as to the growth of 'interdependence.' They also look at the role of the United States, particularly in the1990s, when it became the world's only "superpower."
How to Win an Argument : An Ancient Guide to the Art of Persuasion - Thryft
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James M. May, Marcus Tullius Cicero  | Princeton University Press

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.
On Liberty and Other Essays - Thryft
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John Gray, John Stuart Mill  | Oxford University Press

On Liberty and Other Essays

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Collected here in a single volume for the first time are John Stuart Mill's On Liberty, Utilitarianism, Considerations on Representative Governmen t, and The Subjection of Women . These essays show Mill applying his liberal utilitarian philosophy to a range of issues that remain vitaltoday--the nature of ethics, the scope and limits of individual liberty, the merits of and costs of democratic government, and the place of women in society. In his Introduction John Gray describes these essays as applications of Mill's doctrine of the Art of Life , as set out in A System ofLogic . Using the resources of recent scholarship, he shows Mill's work to be far richer and subtler than traditional interpretations allow.About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expertintroductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
Human Rights in International Relations - Thryft
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David P. Forsythe | Cambridge University Press

Human Rights in International Relations

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This third edition of David P. Forsythe's successful textbook provides an authoritative overview of the place of human rights in an age of upheaval in international politics. Human rights standards are examined at the global, regional and national levels, with separate chapters on transnational corporations and advocacy groups. The third edition has been completely updated to include the latest developments on terrorism and counter-terrorism, pro-democracy protests in the Middle East, disputed elections in developing countries, criminal courts and truth commissions, and applications of the laws of war. New sections have been added on subjects such as women's rights and new case studies have been added in each chapter which show how specific rights fare in contemporary political contexts. Containing chapter-by-chapter guides to further reading and discussion questions, this book will be of interest to all students of human rights and their teachers.
Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era - Thryft
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James M. McPherson | Oxford University Press

Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era

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Filled with fresh interpretations and information, puncturing old myths and challenging new ones, Battle Cry of Freedom will unquestionably become the standard one-volume history of the Civil War. James McPherson's fast-paced narrative fully integrates the political, social, and military events that crowded the two decades from the outbreak of one war in Mexico to the ending of another at Appomattox. Packed with drama and analytical insight, the book vividly recounts the momentous episodes that preceded the Civil War--the Dred Scott decision, the Lincoln-Douglas debates, John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry--and then moves into a masterful chronicle of the war itself--the battles, the strategic maneuvering on both sides, the politics, and the personalities. Particularly notable are McPherson's new views on such matters as the slavery expansion issue in the 1850s, the origins of the Republican Party, the causes of secession, internal dissent and anti-war opposition in the North and the South, and the reasons for the Union's victory. The book's title refers to the sentiments that informed both the Northern and Southern views of the conflict: the South seceded in the name of that freedom of self-determination and self-government for which their fathers had fought in 1776, while the North stood fast in defense of the Union founded by those fathers as the bulwark of American liberty. Eventually
Fault Lines - How Hidden Fractures Still Threaten The World Economy - Thryft
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Raghuram G. Rajan | Princeton University Press

Fault Lines - How Hidden Fractures Still Threaten The World Economy

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Raghuram Rajan was one of the few economists who warned of the global financial crisis before it hit. Now, as the world struggles to recover, it's tempting to blame what happened on just a few greedy bankers who took irrational risks and left the rest of us to foot the bill. In "Fault Lines," Rajan argues that serious flaws in the economy are also to blame, and warns that a potentially more devastating crisis awaits us if they aren't fixed.Rajan shows how the individual choices that collectively brought about the economic meltdown--made by bankers, government officials, and ordinary homeowners--were rational responses to a flawed global financial order in which the incentives to take on risk are incredibly out of step with the dangers those risks pose. He traces the deepening fault lines in a world overly dependent on the indebted American consumer to power global economic growth and stave off global downturns. He exposes a system where America's growing inequality and thin social safety net create tremendous political pressure to encourage easy credit and keep job creation robust, no matter what the consequences to the economy's long-term health; and where the U.S. financial sector, with its skewed incentives, is the critical but unstable link between an overstimulated America and an underconsuming world.In "Fault Lines," Rajan demonstrates how unequal access to education and health care in the United States puts us all in deeper financial peril, even as the economic choices of countries like Germany, Japan, and China place an undue burden on America to get its policies right. He outlines the hard choices we need to make to ensure a more stable world economy and restore lasting prosperity.
Capital in the Twenty-First Century
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Thomas Piketty, Arthur Goldhammer  | Belknap Press: An Imprint Of Harvard University Press

Capital in the Twenty-First Century

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Goodreads rating: 4.06

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If you're curious about the forces that shape our economic destiny, "Capital in the Twenty-First Century" could fascinate you. Thomas Piketty offers a meticulous exploration of wealth accumulation and its implications on inequality. It's not just a treasure trove of data across centuries; it's a discourse on how our past and present economic systems could inform our future. You might find it an insightful guide through the complex landscape of political economy.
The Prince - Thryft
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Niccolò Machiavelli, Mark Musa, Peter Bondanella  | Oxford University Press

The Prince

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First published in 1532, several years after Machiavelli's death, The Prince immediately fired a debate which has raged until the present day. It has variously been described as the first work to analyse the role of the political élite; as the book which established the independence of politics from theology; as an early formulation of the political 'myth' required to galvanize apolitical masses into revolutionary action; as a practical rule-book containing timeless precepts for the diplomat; and, most frequently, as the handbook of evil. Certainly it is a work of the greatest originality, based upon Machiavelli's first-hand experience as an emissary of the Florentine Republic to the courts of Europe. He provides an analysis of the means -- often violent -- by which political power is seized and retained, and the circumstances in which it is lost. His treatment of major philosophical and political issues, especially the relationship between public deeds and private morality, added a dimension of incisive realism to traditional discourse on the nature of the State. Above all, The Prince provides a remarkably uncompromising picture of the true nature of power, no matter in what era or by whom it is exercised.
Biology and Ideology from Descartes to Dawkins - Thryft
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Ronald L. Numbers, Denis R. Alexander  | University Of Chicago Press

Biology and Ideology from Descartes to Dawkins

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Over the course of human history, the sciences, and biology in particular, have often been manipulated to cause immense human suffering. For example, biology has been used to justify eugenic programs, forced sterilization, human experimentation, and death camps—all in an attempt to support notions of racial superiority. By investigating the past, the contributors to Biology and Ideology from Descartes to Dawkins hope to better prepare us to discern ideological abuse of science when it occurs in the future.   Denis R. Alexander and Ronald L. Numbers bring together fourteen experts to examine the varied ways science has been used and abused for nonscientific purposes from the fifteenth century to the present day. Featuring an essay on eugenics from Edward J. Larson and an examination of the progress of evolution by Michael J. Ruse, Biology and Ideology examines uses both benign and sinister, ultimately reminding us that ideological extrapolation continues today. An accessible survey, this collection will enlighten historians of science, their students, practicing scientists, and anyone interested in the relationship between science and culture.
The External Control of Organizations: A Resource Dependence Perspective
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Jeffrey Pfeffer, Gerald R. Salancik  | Stanford University Press

The External Control of Organizations: A Resource Dependence Perspective

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If you're delving into organization studies or managing any kind of business, "The External Control of Organizations" could be invaluable for you. It's not just about theories; it's about practical understanding of how organizations really operate within their environments. The book is a touchstone in the field that'll give you a perspective shift on how you see these entities interact with the world around them. With its blend of foundational knowledge and contemporary insights, it's a read that could shift how you approach organizational management.
Thank You, Anarchy - Notes From The Occupy Apocalypse - Thryft
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Nathan Schneider, Rebecca Solnit  | University Of California Press

Thank You, Anarchy - Notes From The Occupy Apocalypse

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Thank You, Anarchy is an up-close, inside account of Occupy Wall Street’s first year in New York City, written by one of the first reporters to cover the phenomenon. Nathan Schneider chronicles the origins and explosive development of the Occupy movement through the eyes of the organizers who tried to give shape to an uprising always just beyond their control. Capturing the voices, encounters, and beliefs that powered the movement, Schneider brings to life the General Assembly meetings, the chaotic marches, the split-second decisions, and the moments of doubt as Occupy swelled from a hashtag online into a global phenomenon.A compelling study of the spirit that drove this watershed movement, Thank You, Anarchy vividly documents how the Occupy experience opened new social and political possibilities and registered a chilling indictment of the status quo. It was the movement’s most radical impulses, this account shows, that shook millions out of a failed tedium and into imagining, and fighting for, a better kind of future.
The Great Derangement - Climate Change And The Unthinkable - Thryft
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Amitav Ghosh | University Of Chicago Press

The Great Derangement - Climate Change And The Unthinkable

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Are we deranged? The acclaimed Indian novelist Amitav Ghosh argues that future generations may well think so. How else to explain our imaginative failure in the face of global warming? In his first major book of nonfiction since In an Antique Land, Ghosh examines our inability—at the level of literature, history, and politics—to grasp the scale and violence of climate change.The extreme nature of today’s climate events, Ghosh asserts, make them peculiarly resistant to contemporary modes of thinking and imagining. This is particularly true of serious literary fiction: hundred-year storms and freakish tornadoes simply feel too improbable for the novel; they are automatically consigned to other genres. In the writing of history, too, the climate crisis has sometimes led to gross simplifications; Ghosh shows that the history of the carbon economy is a tangled global story with many contradictory and counterintuitive elements.Ghosh ends by suggesting that politics, much like literature, has become a matter of personal moral reckoning rather than an arena of collective action. But to limit fiction and politics to individual moral adventure comes at a great cost. The climate crisis asks us to imagine other forms of human existence—a task to which fiction, Ghosh argues, is the best suited of all cultural forms. His book serves as a great writer’s summons to confront the most urgent task of our time.
The Modern Chinese State - Thryft
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David Shambaugh | Cambridge University Press

The Modern Chinese State

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Goodreads rating: 4.3

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The Modern Chinese State is the first book to examine systematically the evolution of the Chinese state from the late Ming Dynasty of the 17th century, through the Nationalist and Communist party states of the 20th century, and into the 21st century. Leading scholars on modern China carefully assess the internal organization of the Chinese state over time, the ruling parties that have governed it, the foreign and indigenous systems that have served as models for state-building and political development, and the array of concepts that have guided Chinese thinking about the state.
States And Power In Africa - Comparative Lessons In Authority And Control - Thryft
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Jeffrey Herbst | Princeton University Press

States And Power In Africa - Comparative Lessons In Authority And Control

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Goodreads rating: 3.98

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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.
Bringing The State Back In - Thryft
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Peter B. Evans, Theda Skocpol, Dietrich Rueschemeyer  | Cambridge University Press

Bringing The State Back In

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Goodreads rating: 3.66

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Recommended for scholars of politics, economics, sociology. Analyzes the role of the state in different contexts and time periods, offering new insights and directions for future research.
The Future of the Professions: How Technology Will Transform the Work of Human Experts
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Daniel Susskind, Richard Susskind  | Oxford University Press

The Future of the Professions: How Technology Will Transform the Work of Human Experts

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Goodreads rating: 3.63

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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.
This Time Is Different: Eight Centuries of Financial Folly
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Kenneth S. Rogoff, Carmen M. Reinhart  | Princeton University Press

This Time Is Different: Eight Centuries of Financial Folly

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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the recurring patterns of financial crises throughout history. Carmen Reinhart and Kenneth Rogoff take us on a journey through eight centuries of financial folly, debunking the notion that "this time is different". Their groundbreaking research and comprehensive data reveal the alarming consistency in the frequency, duration, and intensity of financial crises. With clear analysis and insightful lessons from history, this book is an eye-opening exploration of the universal rites of passage for emerging and established market nations. It will forever change how you perceive the world of finance and its powerful impact on our lives.