Global Power

The intensified globalization that ensued after the end of the Cold War has resulted in an unprecedented level of interconnectedness between the economies of all rising and established powers. Economic interdependence makes today's world a much more complex place than when balance of power theory was initially developed. International relations literature has overlooked the fact that great powers have been using institutions to soft balance each other's power and aggressive behavior. Restraining Great Powers places the evolution of balancing behavior in historical perspective.

Carthage was one of the great ancient civilizations, and at its peak, the wealthy Carthaginian empire dominated the Mediterranean against the likes of Greece and Rome, with commercial enterprises and influence stretching from Spain to Turkey. In fact, at several points in history it had a very real chance of replacing the fledgling Roman Empire or the failing Greek poleis (city-states) altogether as master of the Mediterranean.

At first glance, sports may appear as simple games of athleticism and skill. However, nestled within every cheer, every match, and each strategy is a reflection of the world's deeper political, societal, and economic narratives. "Ballgames & Boardrooms" delves into this intricate dance between sports and the inherent global structures it both represents and influences. From the gladiatorial arenas of Ancient Rome to the modern football stadiums, this essay dissects how sports have been employed as tools by elites to not only entertain but to dictate, control, and pacify the masses.

In this book, discover what becomes possible when you act from unified love and power in service to purpose and the more-than-human world. Let yourself be drawn into a story of stories—woven together into a rich tapestry with threads from the author’s personal journey—along with gems from many teachers and wisdom traditions gleaned along the way. This audio book provides you with a path to collectively manifest what is needed now, addressing the interconnectedness of everything on the levels of self, other, and all.

During my research and writing, I was fortunate to discover managers in a variety of businesses who actually understand and practice the awesome power of dignifying and respecting the people who depend on the businesses for their livelihoods and on whom the businesses depend on for their existence - the perfect win-win. In addition, the profiled managers are totally convinced that dignity is the root cause of their firms' profitability and sustainability. I think you'll enjoy meeting them and profit from their insights.

John A. Thompson takes a long view of America's dramatic rise as a world power, from the late 19th century into the post-World War II era. He shows how American leaders from Wilson to Truman developed an ever more capacious understanding of the national interest, and why by the 1940s most Americans came to support the price tag, in blood and treasure, attached to strenuous efforts to shape the world. The beliefs and emotions that led them to do so reflected distinctive aspects of U.S. culture, not least the strength of ties to Europe.

At first, what happened on the Mekong River on October 5, 2011 seemed like a simple matter of rough frontier justice. A detachment of Thai military commandos reported that they had confronted a band of drug runners smuggling methamphetamines out of the Golden Triangle, the famously lawless borderlands between Burma, Laos, and Thailand. A gunfight ensued, the smugglers fled, and the commandos seized two barges and a haul of nearly a million pills.

A compelling new set of interviews on our changing and turbulent times with Noam Chomsky, one of the world's foremost thinkers...

In this new collection of conversations, conducted from 2010 to 2012, Noam Chomsky explores the most immediate and urgent concerns: the future of democracy in the Arab world, the implications of the Fukushima nuclear disaster, the European financial crisis, the breakdown of American mainstream political institutions, and the rise of the Occupy movement. As always, Chomsky presents his ideas vividly and accessibly, with uncompromising principle and clarifying insight.

¿Estás listo para despertar tu superpoder? La clave para desatar tu verdadero potencial está aquí, a tu alcance. ¡Es hora de que tomes las riendas de tu poder espiritual y transformes tu vida para siempre!

¿Te imaginas convertirte en tu mejor versión al instante? Descubre cómo liberar al héroe que llevas dentro y desbloquear un potencial que nunca creíste posible. Este libro revolucionario te guía paso a paso para crear un alter ego poderoso que transforme tus miedos en confianza, tus dudas en acción, y tus límites en infinitas posibilidades. Este no es un libro de autoayuda convencional. Es una herramienta práctica para cambiar tu realidad, utilizando los mismos principios que celebridades, atletas de élite y empresarios exitosos han aplicado para alcanzar lo extraordinario.

We live in an interconnected world, where security problems like terrorism are spilling across borders, and globalized data networks and e-commerce platforms are reshaping the world economy. This means that states' jurisdictions and rule systems clash. How have they negotiated their differences over freedom and security? Of Privacy and Power investigates how the European Union and United States, the two major regulatory systems in world politics, have regulated privacy and security, and how their agreements and disputes have reshaped the transatlantic relationship.

Many executives overlook the single-most critical aspect of leadership. Have you? The most important driver of overall success is your own self-leadership. Without it, your career may stall. Why? Because how you lead yourself directly impacts your ability to lead others, and that, in turn, can prevent you from reaching your full career potential.

पैसा कमावण्यासाठी प्रयत्नांपासून दूर पळू नका, तर याविषयी जागृत व्हा. कामात दिरंगाई न करणारे आणि कोणतंही काम छोटं न समजणारे लोक कधीच बेरोजगार होत नाहीत.

The way to maximize your time and live each day at peak performance, loving those around you and sustaining deep tranquility? It all comes back to attitude: the state of constant gratitude. Yes, every cosmic moment and event led up to your existence. Learn to love this time on Earth: the deepest shade of blue will fade before the light of thankfulness.

The counterterrorism policies following September 11, 2001, brought the definition and legitimacy of torture to the forefront of political, military, and public debates. This timely volume explores the question of torture through multiple lenses by situating it within systems of belief, social networks of power, and ideological worldviews.

What can we, as ordinary citizens, do about climate change? While countless environmental books focus on the causes of our current crisis, Advocating for the Environment is one of the first to focus on advocacy and policy-based solutions, arming listeners with the tools they need to take action and enact change.

Grace Life: The Authentic Path to Activate Your Superpowers encapsulates the core beliefs of an unshakeable faith in the power of love and grace, as well as an unwavering commitment to creating a more harmonious, unified world. This means drawing upon our inner reserves of strength and courage to tap into our true potential, reconnect with our deepest wisdom, and using that powerful knowledge to make a difference in the lives of others.

Sage Advice: The Wit and Wisdom of Natural Herbal Remedies is your companion as you begin your journey to holistic well-being. Dive into the rich world of natural herbal remedies and discover a selection of solutions for everyday ailments.

Whether you come from Cape Verde or Chinatown, Little Italy or Lalibela, you are not so much the product of the environment from which you came, but the narrative that you give yourself. By choosing your story rather than it choosing you, you determine who you are. Borderless Voice will inspire you to find not only your story, but your inner voice, one unconfined by geography, family background, race, or anything else.

¿A qué le llamamos orden? La palabra “orden” tiene muchos significados; sin embargo, aquí usaré el concepto más común y el que probablemente llegó a tu mente apenas leíste la palabra.