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Alexander the Great

lives and legacies

This book offers a fresh perspective on the reign of Alexander the Great. It re-examines Alexander's military victories and personality, while also exploring the impact of his campaigns on the people he conquered. Alexander's story, Stephen Harrison argues, is one that includes the ...

Who am I to judge?

judicial craft versus constitutional theory

A leading legal scholar asks a fundamental question: Do we need a theory of constitutional interpretation? Do we need a theory of constitutional interpretation? It is a common argument among originalists that however objectionable you may find their theory, at least they have one, whereas ...

A great disorder

national myth and the battle for America

Red America and Blue America are so divided they could be two different countries, with wildly diverging views of why government exists and who counts as American. Their ideologies are grounded in different versions of American history, endorsing irreconcilable visions of patriotism and national identity ...

Immigration Detention Inc.

the big business of locking up migrants

The United States has the most extensive immigration detention system in the world, expanding from a capacity of less than 5,000 detainees per day in the 1980s to 52,000 by 2019. While the most vociferous anti-immigrant rhetoric may be attributed to Republicans, US ...

Democratic elitism

the founding myth of American political science

Do competitive elections secure democracy, or might they undermine it by breeding popular disillusionment with liberal norms and procedures? The so-called Italian School of Elitism, comprising Vilfredo Pareto, Gaetano Mosca, and Robert Michels, voiced this very concern. They feared that defining democracy exclusively through representative ...

Los mártires de Pinto

La vida religiosa en Pinto a comienzos del s. XX

El pueblo de Pinto, situado a veinte kilómetros de Madrid, experimentó una serie de cambios (políticos, económicos, sociales, ideológicos) a comienzos del s. XX. Y también sufrió, como todo el país, una fratricida guerra civil. Una veintena de personas fue asesinada entre julio y noviembre ...

Criminal justice in divided America

police, punishment, and the future of our democracy

How a broken criminal justice system has fueled the crisis of American democracy, and how we can address both problems together. American criminal justice is in crisis. Prisons are swollen, confidence in police has plummeted, and race- and class-based biases distort every aspect of the ...

The meddlers

sovereignty, empire, and the birth of global economic governance

Institutions like the International Monetary Fund and World Bank exert enormous influence over the domestic policies of many states. While they were created in the aftermath of World War II, if we want to understand their deeper origins and the ideas and dynamics that shaped ...

Justice abandoned

how the Supreme Court ignored the Constitution and enabled mass incarceration

With less than 5 percent of the world’s population and almost a quarter of its prisoners, America indisputably has a mass incarceration problem. How did it happen? Tough-on-crime politics and a racially loaded drug war are obvious and important culprits, but another factor has ...

reclaiming our humanity in an arrogant age

As the party of the left has grown more strident, its conservative critics have responded in kind. Each year conservatives do a poorer job of defending their position as a citadel of human values without lapsing into an angry assault on ideals that they and ...

The rise and fall of the East

how exams, autocracy, stability, and technology brought China success, and why they might lead to its decline

Chinese society has been shaped by the interplay of the EAST—exams, autocracy, stability, and technology—from ancient times through the present. Beginning with the Sui dynasty’s introduction of the civil service exam, known as Keju, in 587 CE—and continuing through the personnel ...

Inclusive finance

how fintech and innovation can transform financial inclusion

Reduce financial exclusion, improve social impact, meet regulatory compliance and tap into market opportunities with Inclusive Finance. Financial institutions are under growing pressure from their customers, regulators and employees to play more active roles in supporting underbanked and unbanked individuals. Inclusive Finance reviews what is ...

Artificial intelligence for business

harness AI for value, growth and innovation

Understand and harness the power of artificial intelligence to drive growth and innovation with this comprehensive guide. As AI continues to evolve, it is increasingly important for businesses to make informed decisions about how to use AI to drive success and growth. Artificial Intelligence for ...

AI strategy

unleash the power of artificial intelligence in your business

Is your business truly ready for the AI revolution? Discover how to unlock the full potential of artificial intelligence and future-proof your organization with a winning AI strategy. AI is transforming every industry - is your business keeping up? In this essential guide, bestselling author and ...

The science of shopping

how psychology and innovation create a winning retail strategy

In the ever-evolving landscape of retail, understanding the science behind modern shopping habits - both online and offline - has become crucial for success. In this book, global consumer expert and multi-award-winning business consultant Kate Hardcastle delivers a blueprint for the future of retail, exploring the psychological ...

How to manage projects

essential project management skills to deliver on-time, on-budget results

Are you overwhelmed by project management jargon? Interested in developing a project management career, but bewildered by the plethora of costly courses and qualifications? Then this is the book for you. How to Manage Projects explains the fundamentals of this essential skill in a clear ...

How to negotiate

practical and proven skills to help you get the results you want

Negotiation is one of the most challenging and intimidating elements of working life. But it doesn't have to be. Discover the essential skills and strategies you need with How to Negotiate. Whether you're discussing the terms of a new job or trying to ...

How to write a business plan

win backing and support for your ideas and ventures

If you are starting or selling your own business, or wanting to expand your company, business plans are essential. Get expert guidance on how to make an impact with your business plan and successfully communicate your strategic vision. Whether it is to raise finance, sell ...

How to interpret data

using data to improve your influence and decision-making

The best business decisions and strategies are always data-driven. Improve your understanding of data and your digital literacy with How to Interpret Data. Data is a cornerstone of our decision-making, but the ability to effectively interpret data is challenging to master. This book demystifies the ...

How to manage remotely

work effectively, no matter where you are

Non-office based work is here to stay, but everyone experiences it differently. Find out how to make working at home and remote work, work for you. How to Work Remotely will help anyone adapt to home, remote and hybrid working. Suitable for homeworkers, or the ...