Описание: Learning the lessons from the past helps us to understand how we can make the most of the opportunities in the turbulent times ahead
Автор: Treisman, Daniel Guriev, Sergei Название: Spin dictators ISBN: 0691224471 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780691224473 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 2374.00 р. Наличие на складе: Заказано в издательстве.
Описание: How a new breed of dictators holds power by manipulating information and faking democracyHitler, Stalin, and Mao ruled through violence, fear, and ideology. But in recent decades a new breed of media-savvy strongmen has been redesigning authoritarian rule for a more sophisticated, globally connected world. In place of overt, mass repression, rulers such as Vladimir Putin, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Viktor Orban control their citizens by distorting information and simulating democratic procedures.
Like spin doctors in democracies, they spin the news to engineer support. Uncovering this new brand of authoritarianism, Sergei Guriev and Daniel Treisman explain the rise of such "spin dictators," describing how they emerge and operate, the new threats they pose, and how democracies should respond. Spin Dictators traces how leaders such as Singapore's Lee Kuan Yew and Peru's Alberto Fujimori pioneered less violent, more covert, and more effective methods of monopolizing power.
They cultivated an image of competence, concealed censorship, and used democratic institutions to undermine democracy, all while increasing international engagement for financial and reputational benefits. The book reveals why most of today's authoritarians are spin dictators-and how they differ from the remaining "fear dictators" such as Kim Jong-un and Bashar al-Assad, as well as from masters of high-tech repression like Xi Jinping. Offering incisive portraits of today's authoritarian leaders, Spin Dictators explains some of the great political puzzles of our time-from how dictators can survive in an age of growing modernity to the disturbing convergence and mutual sympathy between dictators and populists like Donald Trump.
Описание: What is Violent Communication? If "violent" means acting in ways that result in hurt or harm, then much of how we communicate--judging others, bullying, having racial bias, blaming, finger pointing, discriminating, speaking without listening, criticizing others or ourselves, name-calling, reacting when angry, using political rhetoric, being defensive or judging who's "good/bad" or what's "right/wrong" with people--could indeed be called "violent communication." What is Nonviolent Communication?Nonviolent Communication is the integration of four things: - Consciousness: a set of principles that support living a life of compassion, collaboration, courage, and authenticity
- Language: understanding how words contribute to connection or distance
- Communication: knowing how to ask for what we want, how to hear others even in disagreement, and how to move toward solutions that work for all
- Means of influence: sharing "power with others" rather than using "power over others" Nonviolent Communication serves our desire to do three things: - Increase our ability to live with choice, meaning, and connection
- Connect empathically with self and others to have more satisfying relationships
- Sharing of resources so everyone is able to benefit
Описание: Maia Toll's Wild Wisdom series--The Illustrated Herbiary, The Illustrated Bestiary, and The Illustrated Crystallary--introduced readers to the mystical energy of the animal, vegetable, and mineral kingdoms. In this capstone to the Wild Wisdom series, Maia Toll's Wild Wisdom Companion guides readers in developing a personalized earth-based spiritual practice using rituals, writing prompts, recipes, symbols, and reflections tied to each season. Organized into 12 chapters--Winter Solstice, Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, Autumnal Equinox, plus early and late stages of each of the four seasons -- the book features seasonal practices; exercises for the body and for writing and reflection; plant, animal, and mineral medicine; and symbolic explorations of the gifts and challenges that arise with seasonal change. Original illustrations by Kate O'Hara illuminate the symbolic richness of the text, and 28 pop-out oracle cards plus four bound-in pocket pages enhance the invitation for readers to use this interactive guide as an ongoing tool for cultivating the sacred in their own lives.
Автор: Harrison T Charles, Viles A Heather, Wood W Paul, Название: Art in Theory 1900 - 2000 ISBN: 0631227083 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780631227083 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 5311.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: * New edition of this popular anthology of twentieth-century art-theoretical texts. * Now updated to include the results of new research, together with significant contributions from the 1990s. * Includes writings by critics, philosophers, politicians and literary figures.
Описание: Fashion is ever-changing, and while some styles mark a dramatic departure from the past, many exhibit subtle differences from year to year that are not always easily identifiable. With overviews of each key period and detailed illustrations for each new style, How to Read a Suit is an authoritative visual guide to the under-explored area of men’s fashion across four centuries. Each entry includes annotated color images of historical garments, outlining important features and highlighting how styles have developed over time, whether in shape, fabric choice, trimming, or undergarments. Readers will learn how garments were constructed and where their inspiration stemmed from at key points in history – as well as how menswear has varied in type, cut, detailing and popularity according to the occasion and the class, age and social status of the wearer. This lavishly illustrated book is the ideal tool for anyone who has ever wanted to know their Chesterfield from their Ulster coat. Equipping the reader with all the information they need to ‘read’ menswear, this is the ultimate guide for students, researchers, and anyone interested in historical fashion.
Автор: Knowles Elizabeth Название: Little Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs ISBN: 0198778376 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780198778370 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 1899.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Featuring over 2,000 proverbs and sayings, both quirky and wise, on 250 different themes, the Little Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs draws on the latest Oxford Languages research and ensures you can find a pithy saying for any occasion.
Описание: A God-Shaped Life See what a God-shaped life looks like when it gets lived out. Using memorable images and poetic turns of phrase, Proverbs describes what our everyday lives look like when we've put our spiritual lives in order. Find help for every decision, and apply life-giving insights to the broad range of challenges you experience in your life--family, friendships, injustice, desire, goodness, conflict, and more.
LifeChange LifeChange Bible studies will help you grow in Christlikeness through a life-changing encounter with God's Word. Filled with a wealth of ideas for going deeper so you can return to this study again and again.
Features
Cover the entire book of Proverbs in 15 lessons
Equip yourself to lead a bible study
Imagine the Bible's historical world
Study word origins and definitions
Explore thoughtful questions on key themes
Go deeper with optional projects
Add your notes with extra space and wide margins
Find the flexibility to fit the time you have
Автор: Sneath, David. Название: Changing Inner Mongolia : ISBN: 0198234139 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780198234135 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 32076.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This study of the effect of social engineering in Inner Mongolia since the Chinese communists took control illuminates the transformations and continuities of life in pastoral Mongolian society and suggests an indigenous mechanism that has helped to shape the pastoral nomadic sociopolitical order.
Автор: Billingsley Ruth Название: A Book of Proverbs: God`s Wisdom for Today`s World ISBN: 163129668X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781631296680 Издательство: Неизвестно Цена: 2275.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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"If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. James 1:5
Would you like to have a better understanding of how to live according to God's plan? Then "A Book of Proverbs" is for you. It is written in poetic form with attention to clarity and insight. Wisdom isn't just being smart; it is realizing the importance of making good choices. Take the time to meditate on God's truths and learn from words of warnings and curses as well as encouragements and blessings. "Understand these proverbs; interpret each word. They are good and holy; true benefits secured." Proverbs 1:6 May you be blessed by reading "A Book of Proverbs."
Ruth Billingsley has a Masters Degree from the University of Oklahoma and taught for 21 years in Norman, Oklahoma. She is now retired and lives in Northwest Arkansas on Beaver Lake with her husband, Bob. She has an active roll in her church, Boundless Grace Baptist Church in Rogers, Arkansas. She is a board member of the Glade Community Historical Society and owns a one-room schoolhouse that is listed on the National Historical Register. "A Book of Proverbs" is Ruth's third book. It follows "A Book of Psalms" and "From My Heart." Besides writing Christian poetry, she writes a weekly blog of encouragement. Connect with her at ruthbillingsley.com
