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*Shortlisted for the BBC Radio 4 Thinking Allowed Award for Ethnography 2015*
This book follows the global trail of one of the world's most unremarkable and ubiquitous objects - flip-flops. Through this unique lens, Caroline Knowles takes a ground level view of the lives and places of globalisation's back roads, providing new insights that challenge contemporary accounts of globalisation.
Rather than orderly product chains, the book shows...
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Capitalist growth is widely heralded as the only answer to the crisis still sweeping the global economy. Yet the era of corporate globalisation has been defined by unprecedented levels of inequality and environmental degradation. A return to capitalist growth threatens to exacerbate these problems, not solve them.
In The Poverty of Capitalism, John Hilary reveals the true face of transnational capital in its insatiable drive for expansion and...
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Get the Summary of Kyle Chayka's Filterworld in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book."Filterworld" by Kyle Chayka is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution and impact of algorithms on society, culture, and individual identity. Tracing the journey of algorithms from ancient mathematical formulas to their central role in modern computing and artificial intelligence, Chayka delves into their profound influence on human...
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A new Volume in the Collection "Geopolitics", "Strait of Tensions", authored by the esteemed French Think Tank's GEW Reports & Analyses Team, delves into the complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait.One of the key chokepoints in the Red Sea is the Bab el Mandeb strait, a narrow waterway situated between the coasts of Yemen and the African continent. This strait holds immense strategic and economic significance,...
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The rivalry between the U.S. and China makes daily headlines. Unfortunately, there is little truth to be found in those headlines.China vs USA offers an honest appraisal of both China and the United States, making plenty of comparisons - both practical and ethcial - between the two countries. The truth might surprise you. Of special interest are a number of predictions: When will China's economy overtake America's? Will China take back Taiwan, and...
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In the pages of "Globalization Gone Wild! Unbelievable Stories from Around the World," embark on a captivating odyssey that transcends borders, cultures, and epochs. This meticulously crafted exploration takes you on a journey through the annals of human interconnectedness, weaving together narratives that unravel the profound impact of globalization on the tapestry of our shared existence. Dive into Ancient Traces:Delve into the dawn of global interaction,...
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LA PAIX est la prémisse fondamentale de l'existence, c'est un état de conscience dans lequel prédomine un profond sentiment d'unité avec la vie, LA PAIX est la colombe de l'amour qui flotte dans les jardins parfumés du cœur, JE SUIS LA PAIX, c'est une symphonie de amour pur qui vous catapulte au ciel et vous encourage à être la PAIX, un véritable ambassadeur de la paix qui parcourt le monde en le donnant de bonheur et d'amour infini. LA PAIX...
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Intensifying Interimperialist Contradictions contains Jose Maria Sison's writings from 1989 to 2021 on the economic, political and military interactions among imperialist powers as they rise and decline and how these could develop and lead to interimperialist world wars, such as World War I and World War II. But the proletariat and people of the world are waging anti-imperialist and democratic mass struggles in the imperialist countries and on a global...
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Entrepreneurship is the driving force behind the development of economies globally, and Sierra Leone is no exception. In recent years, the entrepreneurial landscape of Sierra Leone has undergone remarkable changes. Innovative and dynamic individuals are establishing new businesses and propelling economic progress. This introduction aims to emphasise the crucial role entrepreneurship plays in the Sierra Leone economy. It underscores its potential to...
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This is a collection of eight short essays, in which the author expresses his political and philosophical view of the American foreign policy of the last one hundred years. It is a deep psychological analysis and synthesis of the US government approach to foreign countries in the light of imperial hegemony and global domination and control of the planet. Since the author, Carlos B. Camacho, was born and grew up in Argentina, it is the philosophical...
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The Dedollarisation Paradigm: Rethinking Global Financial Systems
In an age of profound economic transformation, the world is witnessing a fundamental shift away from the once unassailable dominance of the United States dollar (USD) in global finance. The pages of history are being rewritten as nations, economies, and financial institutions grapple with the challenges and opportunities of dedollarisation. "The Dedollarisation Paradigm: Rethinking...
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Unravel the Threads of Our Interwoven Existence: A Journey Through the Labyrinth of Globalization
Embark on a riveting exploration of the intricate tapestry of our interconnected world with Our Connected World: An In-depth Examination of Globalization. This comprehensive guide delves into the multifaceted phenomenon of globalization, tracing its roots, examining its impact, and contemplating its future.
Begin your journey with a clear definition...
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This is a guidebook on world control and management, a program that Wells believed should be orchestrated (and would be successful) through what he called the "Open Conspiracy". This conspiracy is fully outlined in this work and is designed to be run by many separate organizations working together, as opposed to being run by just one group. Is this required reading for the world's most powerful people? Maybe it is. Or maybe it should be. Wells was...
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As part of this multilayered conversation about stigma, this volume discusses the relationship between the stigmatized individual and our role as researchers. Here we address our own perspectives as researchers struggling with stigma issues and tellability, as well as scholarly reflexive concerns dealing with what can't be said when working with stigmatized groups or topics. The disciplinary focus of folklore positions us well to concentrate on the...
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Dr. Elouise Epstein's new book, How to hack your supply chain: Breaking today, building tomorrow, provides insights to practitioners for navigating the ongoing volatility of the disruptive world we live in.
This book's guidance couldn't arrive at a better time. Supply chain leaders are encountering technological changes, increased customer expectations, and growing security risks. Seemingly overnight, supply chain management has gone from the...
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This stimulating and insightful book reveals how increased control over immigration has changed cultural and social production in theater, literature, and even museum construction. Dominic Thomas's analysis unravels the complex cultural and political realities of long-standing mobility between Africa and Europe. Thomas questions the attempt to place strict limits on what it means to be French or European and offers a sense of what must happen to bring...
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Dive deep into the vast universe of Google with this comprehensive guide. From the foundational philosophy that drives Google's innovations to its core services that touch billions daily, this ebook is your roadmap to navigating and mastering the world's most influential digital ecosystem. Packed with expert insights, tips for power users, and a peek into the future of Google's technological advancements, this playbook is an indispensable resource...
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Disruptions in the global supply chain bring companies to a standstill.
Supply and demand shocks. Labor shortages. International trade wars. As businesses and customers struggle to get the products they need from across the globe, manufacturers must reassess how they operate, from rethinking offshore options to exploring new technologies.
Supply Chain: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review will help you better understand the dynamics...
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A.Kadir Yildirim and other scholars have used the term "Muslim Democrat" to describe moderate Islamist political parties, suggesting a parallel with Christian Democratic parties in Europe. These parties (MDPs) are marked by their adherence to a secular political regime, normative commitment to the rules of a democratic political system, and the democratic political representation of a religious identity. In this book, Yildirim draws on extensive field...
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Connections between Brazil and the Middle East have a long history, but the importance of these interactions has been heightened in recent years by the rise of Brazil as a champion of the global south, mass mobilizations in the Arab world and South America, and the cultural renaissance of Afro-descendant Muslims and Arab ethnic identities in the Americas. This groundbreaking collection traces the links between these two regions, describes the emergence...
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