Political Science - General

This book examines China's response to the Asian financial crisis of 1997, both in its immediate aftermath and in the years since. The crisis caused turmoil throughout Asia's economies, and precipitated wholesale reform of economic and financial policies and institutions across the region. As...

Global warming, ozone depletion, drought, acid rain - their causes are viewed as extraordinarily complex; their effects are assumed catastrophic. Global Environmental Issues provides the key to understanding our potential environmental crisis through an analysis of the common component to all environmental issues: the...

Originally published in 1973, the chapters in this volume tackle a wide range of problems arising from this process of modernization. Author: Bernard SchafferISBN-10: 0367143623ISBN-13: 9780367143626Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/16/2019Pages: 330Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.20lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.81d

Author: Charles MacDonaldISBN-10: 0313207682ISBN-13: 9780313207686Publisher: PraegerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/21/1980Pages: 244Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.56d

Despite the regional currency crisis of 1997-1998, Asia-Pacific economies continue to be among the most attractive markets in the world. Japanese, American, and European firms have invested heavily in the past decades, and are now positioning themselves to take advantage of the post-Asian recovery,...

It takes courage to do research on crime and delinquency. Such research is typically conducted in an atmosphere of concern about the problem it addresses and is typically justified as an attempt to discover new facts or to evaluate innovative programs or policies. When,...

In 1979, serious research was just beginning on the connections between stratification outcomes and organizations. Data suitable for investigating these connections were scarce, and the general wisdom was that they would remain scarce--since organizational case studies were seen as the only means of gathering...

This work reviews the current thinking on guardianship of older persons, how the wards and the guardians are affected, and the process by which a person becomes a ward. The book, based on court records and a guardian questionnaire, considers the impact of current...

The objectives set forth by the passage of the Marine Resources and Engineering Development Act of 1966 marked a turning point in U.S. policy toward marine affairs, inaugurating a fresh set of active goals regarding the use of ocean resources. These include expanding the...

The Art of War is an ancient Chinese military treatise dating from the 5th century BC. Attributed to the ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu ("Master Sun", also spelled Sunzi) the text is composed of 13 chapters, each of which is devoted to one...

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Bob Carr of Michigan was one of the Democratic "Watergate Babies" elected as part of the freshman class of the U.S. House in 1974. Carr was among the freshmen who toppled the seniority system that had governed the selection of committee chairs. In only...

Economic Hegemony is a rigorous examination of how global power is exercised in the modern world-not primarily through military force, but through rules, institutions, and economic systems that appear neutral while producing durable inequality.Drawing on history, law, finance, trade regimes, technology, and global governance,...

Economic Hegemony is a rigorous examination of how global power is exercised in the modern world-not primarily through military force, but through rules, institutions, and economic systems that appear neutral while producing durable inequality.Drawing on history, law, finance, trade regimes, technology, and global governance,...

Volume 2: The Birth and Transformation of the Modern State (1709-2021).A Detailed Chronicle of Political Transformation and Crisis.Continuing the monumental task of documenting Afghanistan's trajectory, Volume 2 focuses on the critical political manoeuvres and internal upheavals from the 18th century to date. This volume...

"Psychopathology and Politics" is a foundational work in the field of political psychology, exploring the intricate relationship between individual personality traits and political behavior. Harold D. Lasswell applies clinical psychological methods and life-history analysis to understand why certain individuals are drawn to political power...

"Jeff Chapman has either the gift or curse of being able to look at what's happening around him and find the odd angle that makes it funny. It's an offbeat, slightly esoteric humor, which means sometimes the rest of us don't immediately get it....

The Unraveling is a sweeping history of Western civilization that traces how a confident, stable world at the dawn of the twentieth century fractured, and why modern society now stands at a crossroads. Moving from the optimism of the Belle Époque through the devastation...

Embark on the true journey spanning seven decades as childhood sweethearts Charles and Gene build a life that leaves an indelible mark on those near them. The true basis of the box office hit, "Philadelphia."Behind the ongoing legal fight against a discriminatory firing, is...

K. Natwar Singh has been described as a bibliophile with a sense of humour. His versatility is well known. In these essays, he has, in an elegant style, dealt with issues of national and international importance. He has summoned his vast experience to inform...

Stories from the war on Gaza by Ruwaida Amer is a collection of 23 news reports between October 2023 and July 2025 with an introduction by Palaver books editors Paul Komesaroff and Sally Gardner. The stories are reprinted with permission from various news outlets...

First published in 1987, The Writing on the Wall tells the story of the muddle, shortsightedness and duplicity which characterised Britain's dealings with her Pacific Dominions. It describes reactions of each Dominion and chronicles desultory responses of Canada, Australia and New Zealand to the...

Author: David N. GibbsISBN-10: 0226290719ISBN-13: 9780226290713Publisher: University of Chicago PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1991Pages: 332Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.40lbsSize: 9.39h x 6.34w x 0.96d

"Constitutional Code, Volume 1: For the Use of All Nations and All Governments Professing Liberal Opinions" presents Jeremy Bentham's comprehensive framework for an ideal constitutional system. Bentham, a leading figure in the development of utilitarianism and legal positivism, outlines principles and structures intended to...

Delve into the political thought and historical context of early America with Volume 11 of the "Writings of John Quincy Adams." This collection offers a comprehensive look at the works of John Quincy Adams, a pivotal figure in American history, serving as a diplomat,...

This volume comprises the lectures of John Witherspoon, a prominent figure in 18th-century American intellectual life and a signatory of the Declaration of Independence. "Lectures on Moral Philosophy, and Eloquence" offers a comprehensive exploration of ethical principles and the art of persuasive communication, reflecting...

The BiblioGov Project is an effort to expand awareness of the public documents and records of the U.S. Government via print publications. In broadening the public understanding of government and its work, an enlightened democracy can grow and prosper. Ranging from historic Congressional Bills...

The BiblioGov Project is an effort to expand awareness of the public documents and records of the U.S. Government via print publications. In broadening the public understanding of government and its work, an enlightened democracy can grow and prosper. Ranging from historic Congressional Bills...

"Texas State Government: A Volume of Biographical Sketches and Passing Comment" offers a fascinating glimpse into the political landscape of late 19th-century Texas. Authored by E.H. Loughery, this volume provides biographical sketches of key figures in Texas state government, offering insights into their lives,...

Regeneration: A Reply to Max Nordau offers a critical response to Nordau's influential work, "Degeneration". Butler and Hake challenge Nordau's thesis that modern society is in a state of decline due to various factors, including urbanization and the rise of modern art and literature....

De Monarchia, written by Dante Alighieri, is a significant work of political philosophy that articulates a vision for a universal monarchy. In this treatise, Dante argues for the necessity of a single world ruler to ensure peace and justice among humankind. This edition presents...

This volume of 'Acts of the Privy Council of England' offers a detailed look into the workings of the British government during a pivotal period. Compiled by the Privy Council itself, the records provide invaluable primary source material for historians, legal scholars, and anyone...

This volume of 'Acts of the Privy Council of England' offers a detailed look into the workings of the British government during a pivotal period. Compiled by the Privy Council itself, the records provide invaluable primary source material for historians, legal scholars, and anyone...

This second volume of Alexander Hamilton's collected works offers a comprehensive look into the mind of one of America's Founding Fathers. Best known for his pivotal role in shaping the early United States as the first Secretary of the Treasury, Hamilton was also a...

The Chairman's Handbook, originally published in 1896, offers timeless guidance on the proper conduct of public and other meetings. Authored by Reginald Francis Douce Palgrave, this handbook provides practical suggestions and rules firmly rooted in the procedures and practices of Parliament. It serves as...

Imagine a curtain, unassuming and delicate, yet laden with profound implications. This curtain, which divides the economy and first-class sections aboard a commercial airline flight, serves as a powerful metaphor for the divisions within our society; those saddled with all forms of inequalities and...

Five Weeks in a Balloon (Cinq semaines en ballon, 1863) is a classic adventure novel by Jules Verne, marking the first book in his famous Voyages Extraordinaires series. It established Verne as a master of scientific adventure fiction, blending real geography, scientific speculation, and...

Five Weeks in a Balloon (Cinq semaines en ballon, 1863) is a classic adventure novel by Jules Verne, marking the first book in his famous Voyages Extraordinaires series. It established Verne as a master of scientific adventure fiction, blending real geography, scientific speculation, and...

Martin Eden, published in 1909, is a semi-autobiographical novel by Jack London that explores themes of individualism, class struggle, and the pursuit of artistic and intellectual fulfillment. The story follows Martin Eden, a young, working-class man who dreams of becoming a successful writer and...

Adam Bede is one of George Eliot's classic novels.Author: George EliotISBN-13: 9798890967916Publisher: Lushena BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/29/2024Pages: 426Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.63lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.31d

Adam Bede is one of George Eliot's classic novels.Author: George EliotISBN-13: 9798890967886Publisher: Lushena BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/29/2024Pages: 426Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.25lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.16d

'Global Politics' aims to ensure that students become more engaged with the dynamic character of international relations. In order to achieve this, 'Global Politics' explores several relevant and insightful concepts such as sovereignty, global governance and complex independence. The book also recognizes that most...

Xu Wenli (徐文立) was born on July 9, 1943, in Anfu City, Jiangxi Province, China. He was a key participant and organizer in the 1978 Democracy Wall Movement in mainland China and served as the chief editor of The April Fifth Forum (《四五论坛》). On...

This book offers an overview of social media usage in Japan and describes its role in society during mid-level disruptions by natural disasters. Conceived during and after the Great East Japan Earthquake that devastated large portions of the north-eastern area of Japan, this volume...

How and to what degree do federations produce uniform law within their system? This comparative empirical study addresses these questions comprehensively for the first time. Originally produced under the auspices of the International Academy of Comparative Law, this volume examines legal unification in twenty...

This book offers new insights into the current state of the Muslim World. It provides a theoretical framework for studying human development from an interdisciplinary social, cultural, economic, environmental, political, and religious perspective.Author: Samiul HasanISBN-10: 9400726325ISBN-13: 9789400726321Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/15/2012Pages: 364Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.57lbsSize: 9.21h...

An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding is a book by the Scottish empiricist philosopher David Hume, published in English in 1748. It was a revision of an earlier effort, Hume's A Treatise of Human Nature, published anonymously in London in 1739-40. Hume insists that the...

American Notes, is many of the old books which have been considered important throughout the human history. They are now extremely scarce and very expensive antique. So that this work is never forgotten we republish these books in high quality, using the original text...

Former World Bank education specialist Bjorn Nordtveit argues in this groundbreaking study that a development project or policy should not be understood and analyzed as a linear system. Instead, he believes we should view it as a complex and dialectical organism. Basing his theories...

Drawing extensively on the entire body of applicable case law, this in-depth study analyses what the free movement of persons provisions of the EC Treaty have come to mean in todayand#8217;s Europe. The author posits the emergence of a new constitutional dimension whereby the...