Political Movement

As this all suggests, the story of the Young Turks and the last years of the Ottoman Sultanate is a complex and interesting one. It is the history of a state struggling to survive against seemingly impossible odds, featuring a long battle for the minds and souls of the inhabitants of a declining empire. An empire caught between nationalism and liberal imperialism.

“The Wonders is a poet’s novel, delicate but strong, impressing its images firmly on the imagination.”​ —Hilary Mantel NOW TRANSLATED INTO FIFTEEN LANGUAGES From award-winning Spanish poet Elena Medel comes a mesmerizing new novel of class, sex, and desire. Already an international...

The crisis of the world capitalist system and that of the Philippine ruling system have become worse than in any period after World War II. The US-instigated policies of neoliberal globalization, state terrorism, and aggressive war have wrought havoc on the lives of the people and continue to escalate oppression and exploitation. The Filipino people cannot tolerate their suffering, and they are fighting back against imperialism and all reaction.

Fascism is back. This time no swastikas, Nazi flags, or deadly bureaucracy, but MAGA hats, right-wing extremist memes, and a triumphant fist held high. For the first time in modern history, far right parties in some European countries have won a larger share of the votes than the Conservatives...

A history of American racial exploitation and resistance, told through the turbulent past of the city of St. Louis. "A masterpiece that both haunts and inspires." —Heather Ann Thompson, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Blood in the Water From Lewis and Clark's 1804 expedition to the 2014...

A concise, definitive history of the precarious relationship among the US, China, and Taiwan. “A rich and thoughtful book.” -New Yorker “A deeply researched and fascinating history.” -Guardian Named a Best Book of 2024 by the New Statesman * BBC History Magazine As tensions over Taiwan...

Trace the evolution of political violence and see how radical factions weaponize fear to shape global history. Perfect for an educational commute, this gripping yet deeply analytical narrative bypasses sensationalism to examine the objective reality of asymmetrical warfare. You will journey from...

Two star-crossed teenagers fall in love during the Hong Kong protests in this searing contemporary novel about coming-of-age in a time of change. Sixteen-year-old Phoenix knows her parents have invested thousands of dollars to help her leave Hong Kong and get an elite Ivy League education. They...

From the former secretary of state and bestselling author -- a sweeping look at the global struggle for democracy and why America must continue to support the cause of human freedom. "This heartfelt and at times very moving book shows why democracy proponents are so committed to their work...

If greatness is measured by achievement, Orrin Hatch was the greatest U.S. senator of modern times—discover the life and career of the senator through archival material, original research, and exclusive interviews. This is the dramatic story of a conservative champion who shaped modern...

Taking readers on an irresistible adventure through some of the most colourful, outrageous and polarising events of recent years - from Brexit to the C apitol Hill Riots and QAnon rallies to Extinction Rebellion protests - Phoenix Andrews shows how if we want to understand what's really...

This book (in dialogue form) explains what is the nature of politics, and what is the anthropological evolution of the political party by defining the essence of the political left and right and their respective raisons d’etre, what motivates them, and the nature of their ethics. The explanation is contained in 7 Dictums (one set of seven principles each for the Left and the Right). Further, the book demonstrates how the Dictums are relative and explanatory to the rise and fall of empires and the causes of war.

'An ambitious, riveting and essential book that has much to teach us about the recent history of this region, and about the human impulse towards populism that continues to shape the world' Ben Rhodes, bestselling author of The World As It Is 'A REVOLUTION IS A STRUGGLE TO THE DEATH BETWEEN THE...

Dive into an epic historical narrative where political revolutions and cultural clashes forge the Western Hemisphere. Perfect for your daily commute, this deeply thought-provoking journey abandons dry academic lectures for a high-energy saga of human resilience. Experience how shifting borders...

It's a sure sign of fame when a man is known simply by his first name, and Mao Zedong, often referred to simply as Mao or Chairman Mao, was one of the most influential men of the 20th century. He was also arguably the most controversial; as the founder of the People's Republic of China, Mao rose from being a communist revolutionary to successfully overthrowing a regime and transforming China into a communist powerhouse in Asia.

Explore the global history of radical political philosophy and see how grassroots social movements defy absolute power. Perfect for your morning commute, this thought-provoking narrative shatters the myth that a society without rulers equates to total chaos. Instead, it reveals a deeply...

Uncover the definitive political history of the global movement that actively challenged industrial capitalism. From early worker uprisings to modern debates over climate change and economic inequality, this thought-provoking narrative charts a profound evolution. Perfect for an informative...

Uncover the fierce battle over American identity to grasp the historical roots of today's political polarization. Perfect for your daily commute, this eye-opening journey through US history reveals how definitions of loyalty and belonging have constantly shifted. Whether you are navigating...

The Radio Right tells the story of the 1960s far right, who were frustrated by what they perceived to be liberal bias in the national media, particularly the media's sycophantic relationship with the John F. Kennedy administration. By the early 1960s, millions of Americans listened each week to conservative broadcasters, the most prominent of which were clergy or lay broadcasters from across the religious spectrum, including Carl McIntire, Billy James Hargis, and Clarence Manion.  

Sex trafficking is not a recent phenomenon. Over 100 years ago, the first international traffic in women for prostitution emerged, prompting a worldwide effort to combat it. The Politics of Trafficking provides a unique look at the history of that first anti-trafficking movement, illuminating the role gender, sexuality, and national interests play in international politics. Initially conceived as a global humanitarian effort to protect women from sexual exploitation, the movement's feminist-inspired vision failed to achieve its goal....