Altri libri che potrebbero interessarti

• 

  The Eurasian Century - Hot Wars...

  Hal Brands

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  We often think of the modern era as the age of American power. In reality, we're living in a long, violent Eurasian century. That giant, resource-rich landmass possesses the bulk of the global population, industrial might, and potential military power. Eurasia is a strategic prize without equal—which is why the world has been roiled, reshaped, and nearly destroyed by clashes over the supercontinent. 
   
   
   
  Since the early twentieth century, autocratic powers have aspired for dominance by seizing commanding positions in the world's strategic heartland. Offshore sea powers, namely the United Kingdom and America, have sought to make the world safe for democracy by keeping Eurasia in balance. America's rivalries with China, Russia, and Iran are the next round in this geopolitical game. If this new authoritarian axis succeeds in enacting a radically revised international order, America and other democracies will be vulnerable and insecure. 
   
   
   
  Hal Brands argues that a better understanding of Eurasia's strategic geography can illuminate the contours of rivalry and conflict in today's world. The Eurasian Century explains how revolutions in technology and warfare, and the rise of toxic ideologies of conquest, made Eurasia the center of twentieth-century geopolitics—with pressing implications for the struggles that will define the twenty-first.

  Mostra libro

• 

  Bullsh*t Comparisons - A Field...

  Andrew Brooks

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Bullshit Comparisons will challenge the way you think about rankings, charts, and other marketing and political tools designed to create odious and dangerous comparisons. 
   
   
   
  Is Boris Johnson really like Winston Churchill? Are electric cars actually greener than petrol ones? Which is the world's most successful university? Is Lisbon the new Barcelona? Should we compare the achievements of younger and older siblings even when we know it damages their self-worth? We make comparisons every day, but how helpful are they? 
   
   
   
  Looking across a dazzling range of situations both familiar and unfamiliar, Bullshit Comparisons is a groundbreaking examination of the role of comparison in modern society, illuminated by examples spanning from the FIFA World Footballer of the year, to wine-tasting in London, hospital care in Sierra Leone, and avocado farming in Colombia. 
   
   
   
  Challenging us to think critically about the use of comparison through accessible, personal, and often amusing research, Andrew Brooks reveals the uses and abuses of comparisons in a book that isn't like anything else.

  Mostra libro

• 

  The Venlo Sting - MI6's Deadly...

  Norman Ridley

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  "I would recommend the book to intelligence practitioners, scholars, and other persons interested in World War II intelligence history." —Michael Nady, American Intelligence JournalOn 9 November 1939, two unsuspecting British agents of the Special Intelligence Services walked into a trap set by German Spymaster Reinhard Heydrich. Believing that they were meeting a dissident German general for talks about helping German military opposition to bring down Hitler and end the war, they were instead taken captive in the Dutch village of Venlo and whisked away to Germany for interrogation by the Gestapo. The incident was a huge embarrassment for the Dutch government and provided the Germans with significant intelligence about SIS operations throughout Europe.  The incident itself was an intelligence catastrophe but it also acts as a prism through which a number of other important narrative strands pass. Fundamental to the subterfuge perpetrated at Venlo were unsubstantiated but insistent rumours of high-ranking German generals plotting to overthrow the Nazi regime from within. After the humiliation suffered when Hitler tore up the Munich Agreement, British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain was anxious to see just how much truth there was in these stories; keen to rehabilitate his reputation through one last effort to find a peaceful rapprochement with Germany.  When Franz Fischer, a small-time petty crook and agent provocateur, persuaded British SIS operatives in the Netherlands that he could act as a go-between for the British government with disaffected German generals, the German Security chief Reinhard Heydrich stepped in and quietly took control of the operation. Heydrich’s boss, head of the Gestapo Heinrich Himmler, was anxious to explore the possibility of peace negotiations with Britain and saw an opportunity to exploit the situation for his personal benefit.  On the day before a crucial meeting of conspirators and British agents on the Dutch-German border, a bomb exploded in the Bürgerbräukeller in Munich in the exact spot where Hitler had stood to deliver a speech only minutes earlier. The perpetrator was quickly arrested, and Hitler demanded that Himmler find evidence to show that the two events were intimately connected—the British agents were snatched hours later.  While the world was coming to terms with the fearsome power of German military might the British intelligence capability in northern Europe was consigned to the dustbin in the sleepy Dutch town of Venlo. This first full account of the Venlo incident explores the wider context of this German intelligence coup, and its consequences.

  Mostra libro

• 

  Afrolantica Legacies

  Derrick Bell

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Derrick Bell is perhaps best known for the principled stand he took at Harvard in 1990 when he quit his tenured position on the law-school faculty to protest the school's failure to grant tenure to a black woman. Now a visiting professor at New York Law School, Bell is still deeply interested in issues of race relations and has chosen to explore the subject fictionally in ""Afrolantica Legacies."" In a nutshell, the story goes like this: a mysterious land mass suddenly appears in the Atlantic Ocean, a fabulous island on which only black people can survive. American blacks set sail to the island to begin a new life, only to see it sink again before they can reach the shore. On the return trip to America, the passengers draw up a list of principles called the Afrolantica Legacies, defining how they want to reposition themselves in American society. The book uses a fictional setting to outline some remedies for the problem of race relations between African Americans and white people in our society.

  Mostra libro

• 

  Power and Vision: The Leadership...

  Callum Waverly

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  "Power and Vision: The Leadership Legacy of Thomas Jefferson": 
  Are you ready to advance your leadership skills and gain a deep understanding of transformative insights from Jefferson's visionary legacy? 
  Are you seeking a comprehensive guide offering all the essential elements to truly grasp the leadership legacy of Thomas Jefferson? 
  Look no further! 
  This audiobook serves as your ultimate companion for enriching your knowledge, applying key leadership concepts, and engaging in practical exercises. With this resource, you're set for success. 
  Key features of this enriched guide: 
  - Profound insights into Jefferson's leadership legacy. 
  - Detailed exploration of transformative leadership principles. 
  - Effective strategies for applying Jefferson's vision and power. 
  Our guide stands out with in-depth coverage, crucial for your leadership growth. Concepts are thoroughly examined with precision. 
  Please note that this guide is not affiliated with any official entity and is an independent resource for your enrichment. 
  Designed with a clear structure and easy-to-understand language, this guide ensures smooth transitions between topics. Say goodbye to complex jargon and welcome clear, precise, and technically accurate content. 
  So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and begin your journey to mastering the leadership legacy of Thomas Jefferson!

  Mostra libro

• 

  Mind-Blowing Economic Lies: The...

  Holden Lancaster

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Mind-Blowing Economic Lies: The Truth You Can't Ignore 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐ 
  Are you eager to advance in your career and enhance your understanding of the economic truths that can lead to financial growth and confidence?  
  Looking for a thorough resource that covers the essential elements you need to uncover hidden truths and achieve your financial goals? 
  Your search ends here! 
  This guide is your ultimate companion for enriching your insights, applying your skills, and engaging in practical exercises. With this resource, you're set on the path to success. 
  Updated to align with the latest economic insights for 2024-2025. 
  Key features of this comprehensive guide: 
  - In-depth insights about economic truths that foster financial confidence and growth 
  - Detailed explanations of the fundamental concepts in economics 
  - Effective strategies for understanding and applying these economic principles 
  Our guide stands out with its extensive coverage, which is crucial for your success. Concepts are thoroughly explored, ensuring a deep comprehension rather than a superficial overview. 
  Please note that this guide is an independent resource and is not affiliated with any official economic entity. 
  Designed with a clear structure and straightforward language, our guide ensures smooth transitions between topics. Say goodbye to complex jargon and embrace clear, precise, and accurate content. 
  So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your journey to uncover the economic truths that will empower your financial confidence and growth!

  Mostra libro