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  Illiberal Europe - Eastern...

  Leon Marc

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  Eighteen years have passed since ten countries from Central & Eastern Europe joined the European Union and more than three decades since the Berlin Wall was torn down in 1989 - but ignorance about what is popularly still called Eastern Europe is as widespread as ever. Slovenia still gets mixed up with Slovakia, the Slavs remain a mystery in a Europe apparently dominated by Romanic and Germanic nations and a country like the Czech Republic is labelled as Eastern European, although one needs to travel west to get from Vienna to Prague. 
   
  First published in 2009 under the title What's so eastern about Eastern Europe?, this book is much more than a revised and updated version of the first edition. Its presentation of the political and cultural history of Central, Eastern and South-Eastern Europe, written in an accessible language is now complemented with recent developments in the region. The new edition digs into the reasons behind the illiberal turn in Poland, Hungary and elsewhere, putting the alleged democratic backslide into the wider context of European populism. Leon Marc offers a new and fresh perspective in explaining the roots of populism and social conservativism in the region, which the book sees in a mixture of historical factors, economic conditions, the heavy burden of Communist legacy, as well as a reaction to contemporary social developments in the West. Drawing on a wide range of literature, the book calls for more sensibility to these underlying causes, critical examination of the true European values, and for a coalition of defenders of Humanism and Judeo-Christian tradition as key pillars of its identity, in order to save Europe and its liberal democracy. 
   
  This updated and expanded edition contains a brand new chapter bringing this book up to date with recent events, including Covid-19 and the Ukrainian conflict. 
   
  'Comprehensively and concisely, Leon Marc's book presents readers with vital insights into the different dimensions of our common European history and culture' - Professor Dr Jaap W. de Zwaan, Director of the Netherlands Institute of International Relations

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  American Psychosis: Book Summary...

  Briefly Summaries

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of American Psychosis , by David Corn.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by David Corn.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  
   
  American Psychosis delves into the unsettling history of how fear, paranoia, and extremism have shaped American politics for over a century. In this gripping and thought-provoking audiobook, the author uncovers the recurring cycles of division and manipulation that have undermined trust in democratic institutions and fractured communities.
   
  Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the audiobook explores pivotal moments—from the Red Scare and McCarthyism to the rise of modern conspiracy theories—and reveals how political leaders have weaponized fear to consolidate power and stoke division. The narrative shines a light on how fringe ideologies have infiltrated the mainstream, the role of media in amplifying extremism, and the societal cost of polarization.
   
  But American Psychosis is not just a diagnosis—it’s a call to action. Offering practical insights and solutions, the audiobook inspires listeners to confront these challenges with critical thinking, empathy, and a commitment to truth. Whether you’re interested in understanding the past, navigating the present, or shaping a better future, American Psychosis provides a powerful lens through which to view the state of American democracy.
   
  Perfect for anyone seeking clarity in a world of complexity, this audiobook delivers a compelling and motivational listening experience, urging us all to play a part in restoring unity and trust.

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  ACT : Your Way to Confidence:...

  Quillon Threshfield

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  ACT: Your Way to Confidence: Secrets to Thriving on the ACT 
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  This guide is your ultimate companion for enriching your understanding, honing your skills, and engaging in practical exercises. With this resource, you're fully equipped for success. 
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  Our guide stands out with its thorough coverage, which is critical for your success on the exam. We delve into concepts in detail, ensuring that you fully grasp the material. 
  Please remember, this guide is an independent resource designed solely for your benefit and is not affiliated with any official ACT organization. 
  Created with a straightforward structure and accessible language, our ACT Guide guarantees seamless transitions between topics. Say farewell to confusing jargon and embrace clear, precise, and technically accurate information. 
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  Gentlemen of the Shade: My Own...

  Jen Sookfong Lee

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  Gus Van Sant’s film and the ’90s cult of the alternative Gus Van Sant’s 1991 indie darling My Own Private Idaho perplexed and provoked, inspiring a new ethos for a new decade: being different was better than being good. Gentlemen of the Shade examines how the film was a coming-of-age for a generation of young people who would embrace the alternative and bring their outsider perspectives to sustainability, technology, gender constructs, and social responsibility. My Own Private Idaho ― fragmented and saturated with colour and dirt and a painfully beautiful masculinity ― also crept into popular media, and its influence can still be traced. R.E.M. Portlandia. Hipsterism. James Franco. Referencing the often-funny and sometimes-tragic cultural touchstones of the past 26 years, Gentlemen of the Shade sets the film as social bellwether for the many outsiders who were looking to join the right, or any, revolution.

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  History of Cuba: Cuba Libre!...

  Carlos Fernando Alvarez

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  Learn Everything You Need to Know About the History of Cuba! 
  Have you always been interested in Cuba, its people, its history and fascinated with Cuban beliefs? Then this book is essential! 
  Cuba has a certain charm that may not be experienced anywhere else in the world. The culture of Cuba is vibrant and varied, and its music – rumba, timba, and salsa, among other music styles – has become globally renowned. As a former Spanish colony, it shares numerous cultural traits with neighboring Caribbean, South American, and Central American countries. 
  “History of Cuba: Cuba Libre! - Cuban History from Christopher Columbus to Fidel Castro” by Carlos Fernando Alvarez offers a multifaceted true story of history, politics, crime, freedom, revolution & international conflict. 
  As Cuba is a homeland with a long and rich history, the study of Cuban history is also the study of the development of the New World by Europe. Cuba played a significant role in the growth of the New World, and through its history has been a part of most important world events that have taken place around it. “History of Cuba: Cuba Libre!” is intended to acquaint readers with a general overview of Cuban history, its freedom and the situation that made that development possible. 
  You will learn about the following:The Culture, History and Politics of the People of CubaPre-Spanish and Spanish OccupationThe Wars for IndependenceU.S. Occupation and the Platt AmendmentCuba’sReform MovementsThe Cuban Republic and RevolutionThe Castro EraCuba in the Cold War EraCuba-U.S. Relations and the Trade EmbargoThe History of Havana and lots more 
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  The Ethiopian Great Famine of...

  Sarah Willards

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  The Ethiopian Great Famine of 2000 was not an isolated event, but rather the culmination of a complex and interconnected set of factors rooted in the country's historical, environmental, and political landscape. To understand the origins of this crisis, it is essential to look back at Ethiopia’s long history of food insecurity and vulnerability to famine. While droughts have long been a natural part of Ethiopia’s climate cycles, the frequency and impact of famine have often been magnified by human elements, particularly governance and socio-economic structures. 
  In the years leading up to 2000, Ethiopia experienced several severe droughts, but the early signs of the looming crisis were evident by the late 1990s. Climatic shifts, including the failure of critical rainy seasons, devastated crop yields and dried up grazing lands, particularly in the country's eastern and southern regions. For a population heavily dependent on subsistence agriculture, these environmental changes meant immediate food shortages and a rapid decline in household resilience. What might have remained a regional hardship quickly evolved into a nationwide emergency due to the lack of sufficient preventative action. 
  Government response in the early stages was slow and limited by bureaucratic challenges and political distractions, including the aftermath of the Ethiopia-Eritrea war that ended in 2000. Resources were stretched thin, and infrastructure remained underdeveloped, particularly in rural areas where the famine was most severe. Early warning systems existed but were either underutilized or their signals ignored, contributing to the delayed mobilization of aid. The country’s centralization of power also complicated coordination with local authorities, which further hindered rapid intervention efforts.

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