Chip War
The Financial Times Business Book of the Year, this epic account of the decades-long battle to control one of the world's most critical resources--microchip technology--with the United States and China increasingly in fierce competition is "pulse quickening...a nonfiction thriller" (The New York Times). You may be surprised to learn that microchips are the new oil--the scarce resource on which the modern world depends. Today, military, economic, and geopolitical power are built on a foundation of computer chips. Virtually everything--from missiles to microwaves--runs on chips, including cars, smartphones, the stock market, even the electric grid. Until recently, America designed and built the fastest chips and maintained its lead as the #1 superpower, but America's edge is in danger of slipping, undermined by players in Taiwan, Korea, and Europe taking over manufacturing. Now, as Chip War reveals, China, which spends more on chips than any other product, is pouring billions into a chip-building initiative to catch up to the US. At stake is America's military superiority and economic prosperity. Economic historian Chris Miller explains how the semiconductor came to play a critical role in modern life and how the US became dominant in chip design and manufacturing and applied this technology to military systems. America's victory in the Cold War and its global military dominance stems from its ability to harness computing power more effectively than any other power. Until recently, China had been catching up, aligning its chip-building ambitions with military modernization. Here, in this paperback edition of the book, the author has added intriguing new material focused on "America's Chip Comeback," which overviews the global consequences of the just passed CHIPS Act, the new export controls on China, and the effort to rally allies to better guard chip technology. Illuminating, timely, and fascinating, Chip War is "an essential and engrossing landmark study" (The Times, London).
Venezuela's External Public Debt. Legal Considerations for Its Restructuring
No!
An assembly of refusals portraying the radical power of "no" by the renowned scholar and author of The Feminist Killjoy Handbook, Sara Ahmed.To be heard as complaining is not to be heard, writes Sara Ahmed. In her sweeping exploration of complaint as a means of resistance, Ahmed attunes her "feminist ear" to those who seek to challenge powerful institutions. She shows how complaints can unbury past complaints, getting them out of filing cabinets or from behind closed doors, allowing us to see institutions more clearly--how they work, and for whom they work.Where complaints live, how complaints are made, who receives them, who buries them and where--Ahmed's accessible, attentive writing brings to life the lessons learned from people knocking at closed doors, teaching us how to collectively resist the glacial weight of institutional power. This book inspires all of us to persist, to say "No!" and to build new collectivities that break down brick walls together.
Fighting for a Foothold: How Government and Markets Undermine Black Middle-Class Suburbia
Prince George's County, Maryland, is a suburban jurisdiction in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area and is home to the highest concentration of Black middle-class residents in the United States. As such, it is well positioned to overcome White domination and anti-Black racism and their social and economic consequences. Yet Prince George's does not raise tax revenue sufficient to provide consistent high-quality public goods and services. In Fighting for a Foothold, sociologist Angela Simms examines the factors contributing to Prince George's financial troubles.Simms draws on two years of observations of Prince George's County's budget and policy development processes, interviews with nearly 60 Prince George's leaders and residents, and budget and policy analysis for Prince George's County and its two Whiter, wealthier neighbors, Montgomery County, Maryland, and Fairfax County, Virginia. She argues legacy and ongoing government policies and business practices--such as federal mortgage insurance policy prior to 1968, local government reliance on property taxes, and private investment patterns--have resulted in disparities in wealth accumulation between Black and White Americans, not only for individuals and families but local jurisdictions as well. Prince George's County has a lower cost of living than its Whiter, wealthier neighbors. As the most affordable county bordering D.C., it attracts a disproportionate share of the region's core middle-class, lower middle-class, working class, and low-income residents, resulting in greater budget pressure. Prince George's uses the same strategies as majority-White jurisdictions to increase revenue, such as taxing at similar rates and vying for development opportunities but does not attain the same financial returns. Ultimately, Simms contends Prince George's endures "relative regional burden" and that the county effectively subsidizes Whiter counties' wealth accumulation. She offers policy recommendations for removing the constraints Prince George's County and other majority-Black jurisdictions navigate, including increased federal and state taxes on wealthy Americans and corporations, which will enhance the capacity for government to distribute and redistribute resources equitably; increased state-level funding of public goods and services, which would decrease local jurisdictions' reliance on locally-generated tax revenue; and the creation of equity funds to remediate harms inflicted upon Black Americans.Fighting for a Foothold is an in-depth analysis of the fiscal challenges experienced by Prince George's County and by the suburban Black middle-class and majority-Black jurisdictions, more broadly. The book reveals how race, class, and local jurisdiction boundaries in metropolitan areas interact to create different material living conditions for Americans.
Clotilda
Documents the maritime historical research and archaeological fieldwork used to identify the wreck of the notorious schooner Clotilda Clotilda: The History and Archaeology of the Last Slave Ship is the first definitive work to examine the maritime historical and archaeological record of one of the most infamous ships in American history. Clotilda was owned by Alabama businessman Timothy Meaher, who, on a dare, equipped it to carry captured Africans from what is now Benin and bring them to Alabama in 1860--some fifty years after the import of captives to be enslaved was banned. To hide the evidence, Clotilda was set afire and sunk. What remained was a substantially intact, submerged, and partially buried shipwreck located in a backwater of the Mobile River. The site of the wreck was an open secret to some people who knew Meaher, but its identity remained unknown for more than a century as various surveys through the years failed to locate the ship. This volume, authored by the archaeological team who conducted a comprehensive, systematic survey of a forgotten "ship graveyard," details the exhaustive forensic work that conclusively identified the wreck, as well as the stories and secrets that have emerged from the partly burned hulk. James P. Delgado and his coauthors discuss the various searches for Clotilda, sharing the forensic data and other analyses showing how those involved concluded that this wreck was indeed Clotilda. Additionally, they offer physical evidence not previously shared that situates the schooner and its voyage in a larger context of the slave trade. Clotilda: The History and Archaeology of the Last Slave Ship serves as a nautical biography of the ship as well. After reviewing the maritime trade in and out of Mobile Bay, this account places Clotilda within the larger landscape of American and Gulf of Mexico schooners and chronicles its career before being used as a slave ship. All of its voyages had a link to slavery, and one may have been another smuggling voyage in violation of federal law. The authors have also painstakingly reconstructed Clotilda's likely appearance and characteristics.
Uganda vs Besigye
In 2006, the High Court of Uganda became the stage for one of the most controversial trials in the nation's history. A former rebel doctor turned opposition leader, Col. (Rtd) Dr. Kizza Besigye, stood accused of rape in a case that divided the country, exposed fractures within state institutions, and revealed the uneasy relationship between political ambition and the rule of law.Uganda vs. Besigye is a powerful courtroom play that transforms real events into dramatic literature. It brings to life the voices, silences, contradictions, and psychological pressures that shaped the trial. Within its pages, a young university student struggles to keep her story straight, a frightened maid is pulled between truth and survival, investigators begin their work from tabloid gossip instead of victim reports, and lawyers duel with language in a battle for credibility rather than certainty.At the center of the conflict stands a judge who refuses to surrender integrity for political convenience. His wit, skepticism, and legal insight anchor a narrative filled with tension, irony, and moral inquiry. The courtroom becomes both theatre and battleground as truth navigates through coached testimonies, state pressure, public opinion, and the weight of suspicion that lingers even after acquittal.This play captures more than a single case. It reveals how justice bends under political influence, how trauma and memory clash with the demands of legal precision, and how individuals are used, discarded, or destroyed in the struggle for power. It explores the emotional toll on victims, the accused, and everyone caught in the conflict between truth and narrative.Uganda vs. Besigye is a story of state power, human vulnerability, and the fragile line between justice and performance. It is a scathing exploration of how legal systems can be manipulated, how witnesses can be shaped by fear and reward, and how political rivalry can turn a courtroom into a national spectacle.Told with dramatic force and sharp insight, this courtroom play invites readers to witness a nation wrestling with truth, doubt, and the meaning of justice itself. It is a compelling work for readers of political drama, human rights literature, African studies, legal theatre, and anyone interested in the intersection of politics and law.
The Evolution of Western Thought
A rich and immersive reinterpretation of the history of Western thought, this volume - the first in a major trilogy - explores the transmission and development of philosophical ideas from Plato and Aristotle to Jesus, Paul, Augustine and Gregory the Great. Christopher Celenza recalibrates philosophy's story not as abstract argumentation but rather as lived practice: one aimed at excavating wisdom and shaping life. Emphasizing the importance of textual tradition and elucidation across diverse contexts, the author shows how philosophical and religious ideas were transformed and readjusted over time. By focusing on the centrality of Christianity to Western thought, he reveals how ancient ideas were alchemized within religious frameworks, and how - across the centuries - ethical and intellectual traditions intersected to shape culture, memory, and the pursuit of sagacity. Ever attentive to ongoing conversations between past and present, this expansive intellectual history brings perspectives to the subject that are both nuanced and fresh.
Politicking in the Barrio
This book offers an episodic view of Latino politics in New York from 2017 to 2025--a period of both dramatic political flux and unprecedented Latino demographic growth. It is episodic in that the book's story derives from previously published thought pieces, in addition to some new material, on the elections, political figures, and social contexts of Latino politics in the largest city in the nation. While firmly rooted in Gotham's unique political ecosystem, the analysis nevertheless sheds crucial light on the broader dynamics shaping Latino political life across the United States. For New York City presents a paradox that is echoed nationally: Latinos are now the largest ethnic voting bloc in the city, surpassing both African Americans and whites in raw registration numbers. Yet this demographic prominence has not necessarily translated into proportional political power. Furthermore, the forces of gentrification, redistricting, intra-ethnic divisions, and chronically low voter turnout all threaten Latino representation--not only in East Harlem and Bushwick, but also in cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, and Miami.
Technologies and Teacher Education
With the advancement of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), preparing teachers to effectively use various types of emerging technologies and digital applications as teaching tools is critical to the enhancement of students' learning experiences and academic performance in K-12 education.This Special Issue focuses on technology integration and innovative use of technologies for different content areas in teacher education. The technologies used in teacher education may include artificial intelligence, web-based applications, digital games, mobile technologies, wearable devices, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, virtual labs, learning analytics, etc.The topics covered in this Special Issue include the following areas: 1. Innovative approaches and pedagogies of integrating technology to enrich classroom or online instruction; 2. Design and development of instructional interventions to promote teachers' use of emerging technologies; 3. Assessment or evaluation of technology integration for prospective teachers; 4. Pre- or in-service teachers' viewpoints concerning the use of emerging technologies in teaching; 5. Challenges and issues related to incorporating technology into teacher education.
Asia in Flames
Most histories still tell the story of Asia's war as if it suddenly erupted over Hawaii in 1941. Long before that morning, cities in China had burned, civilians had fled into caves, and diplomats had watched a supposed regional dispute turn into a test of global will. This book asks what the Second World War would look like if you start not at Pearl Harbour but at the Second Sino-Japanese War.Step by step, it follows the Japanese invasion of China, from the Marco Polo Bridge to the Nanjing massacre history, the bombing of Chongqing, and the struggle to keep supplies flowing along the Burma Road history. It shows how the failures of collective security at Geneva became a textbook example of the League of Nations' failure, how Soviet aid to China and the battles of Khalkhin Gol reshaped Japanese strategy, and how U.S.-China relations in the 1940s moved from sympathy to hard calculation. Along the way, readers see why the Chongqing bombing campaign mattered to planners in London and Washington, and how the Asia-Pacific War's origins cannot be understood without China at the centre.For readers of serious history who want a clear, narrative guide rather than myth or nostalgia, this book offers a new mental map of Asia's long war and its place in the global conflict.
Cherub- The Human Race
The Great Question: Douglas's Quest for UnderstandingEvery child eventually notices the differences between people. For Douglas, a thoughtful and inquisitive boy, this observation sparks a question that his young mind cannot easily answer. He sees his friends and neighbors, and one day he asks, "Why are some children different colors?"He turns to his friend, Sharon, for an explanation. Sharon offers a practical, if incomplete, comparison: "One is taller than another." While true, this doesn't quite satisfy Douglas's deeper yearning for an answer that addresses the fundamental variations he perceives. He knows in his heart that something more essential is at play.
Germany's Jewish Problem
A leading German-Jewish peace activist dissects Germany's authoritarian crackdown after Gaza.Since October 2023, the Frankfurt-based Jewish composer and activist Wieland Hoban has traveled the globe rallying opposition to the Gaza genocide. Now, in an urgent collection of writings at once blistering and revelatory, Hoban unravels the cultural neuroses and political cynicism that have made Germany an outlier in its support for Israeli crimes.From German gentiles confidently charging Israeli Jewish expats with antisemitism, to the German state's decades-long project to stifle free speech under the guise of combating "antisemitism," to German officials mobilising their historical responsibility for one genocide to justify participating in another--Hoban guides us through the grotesqueries of German "memory culture" and shows their lethal consequences.As the chair of a German-Jewish peace group whose bank accounts were repeatedly frozen and whose members have been arrested on Gaza solidarity protests, Hoban is uniquely placed to expose the oddities and outrages of Germany's authoritarian turn. He also warns that what begins in Germany doesn't stay there. From sabotaging international support for a Gaza ceasefire, to deporting foreign nationals on political grounds, to spearheading censorship laws across the EU, Hoban's diagnosis of German pathologies demonstrates where the ideological weaponisation of "antisemitism" can lead.
Xavier Dupont de Ligonn癡s
What if the Dupont de Ligonn癡s case could be reopened-thanks to Gilles Galloux?In 2011, Galloux was a cybercrime investigator with France's Criminal Investigation Department, tasked with tracking the digital trail of Xavier Dupont de Ligonn癡s. Ten years later, he returns to the case that changed his life forever.For the past two years, Galloux has followed leads long abandoned, tracked down forgotten witnesses, and uncovered evidence never disclosed to the public. He reveals precise movements in the city of Saint-Nazaire, critical blind spots in the days leading up to the murders, and data points that had never been linked before. Through painstaking investigations in southern France and the Nantes region, he reconstructs a methodical plan and traces the route taken by the fugitive after his disappearance on April 15, 2011.This gripping investigation offers a fresh, structured look at a case that has become a national obsession. A deeply personal and revelatory account of one of the most haunting true-crime cases of the past fifteen years.
Blitzkrieg Begins
The invasion of Poland in 1939 is often reduced to a slogan about lightning war. This book slows events down, showing what blitzkrieg in practice meant for soldiers on the roads, commanders with incomplete maps, and families staring up at incoming bombers. It asks how a messy, improvised campaign turned into a polished legend that still shapes how we talk about force and speed.Drawing on battle narratives and diplomatic moves alike, the narrative follows the German-Polish campaign from the first shots near Danzig to the soviet invasion of Poland from the east. Readers see how the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact carved the map in advance, how Stukas made Stuka dive bombing a new kind of terror, and why the Polish Bzura counterattack briefly upset German plans. Alongside generals and foreign ministers, the book keeps returning to civilian life under occupation, tracing refugees on the roads and communities caught between two regimes.For readers who want to understand the origins of World War II beyond a few famous dates, this is a clear, grounded guide. It explains why British and French guarantees mattered, why they did not save Poland, and how the phrase' invasion of Poland 1939 'became shorthand for a whole style of warfare. The result is a tightly focused history that replaces myth with detail and helps readers think more clearly about how modern wars really begin.
Rising China, Chinese Culture and Its Transformation in Southeast Asia
The study of China's culture in Southeast Asia is particularly significant as some observers misconceive Chinese culture in Southeast Asia as purely "Chinese", as if it had not been influenced by local conditions, including nationalism. In reality, Chinese culture in Southeast Asia is imbued with distinct differences that set itself apart from that in mainland China. Nevertheless, the question remains whether the rise of China has made the further transformation of local Chinese culture difficult, if not impossible. This book aims to examine the following: the current status of Chinese religions, language, literature, music and performing arts in Southeast Asia, their local characteristics, their position in both local Chinese and non-Chinese local society, and their problems and prospects.Seventeen scholars have been invited to present papers to deal with the above themes and with one exception, their revised papers are eventually included in this book. This is the most up-to-date publication that addresses the topic of Chinese culture and its transformation in Southeast Asia.
Governing Outer Space
Outer space is no longer a distant frontier. It is a contested domain with immediate global consequences. Once defined by exploration and cooperation, it is now shaped by military competition, rapid technological change, environmental stress, and expanding commercial activity.This book offers an integrated account of space governance through four critical lenses: security, law, sustainability, and economics. It examines the militarisation of space and the rise of artificial intelligence, the resilience and limits of international law, the urgent challenge of space debris, and the growing influence of private actors.By weaving these perspectives together, the volume argues for comprehensive governance frameworks that move beyond fragmented solutions. It highlights how today's choices will determine whether outer space remains a shared domain for peace, innovation, and human progress or becomes a theatre of conflict and competition.
Common Sense for Australia
For too many years Australians have gone to the polls with little options. Not too few, too little. Major parties that voters feel despondent having to vote for again. And alternatives which, for the great majority of voters, don't cut the mustard one way or the other. How come nobody has ever written a book on what an ideal political party-a party designed from the ground up to be Australia's natural government-might look like? And how such pipe dream might be turned into reality? How to sustain it, not let it decay over time? This book, aided by some clear thinking from clean air of the highest mountains on the planet, offers a way. To turn dream to reality, we need 1500 readers, willing and able, to found the party. Inside, you'll find: - PART ONE -Why Australia needs this party- PART TWO -Four themes covering eight principles for 21st century government- PART THREE -Building the party-and keeping it honest- PART FOUR -Policy platforms for the 1st and 2nd federal election campaigns- PART FIVE -Your invitation to make it happen
Humanitarianism
Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring Humanitarian crises are a central problem of modern history and contemporary international relations. According to United Nations estimates, 300 million people required humanitarian assistance and protection in 2024 alone, due to displacement, armed conflict, food insecurity, disasters, and the consequences of climate change. The international humanitarian system, in turn, plays a powerful role in 21st century global affairs. Since the 1990s, the aid sector has ballooned in size and influence. It is now a multi-billion-dollar industry, employing hundreds of thousands of people globally. In a clear, accessible, and concise narrative, Humanitarianism: A Very Short Introduction explains how and why this situation came to be. In this book, historian Julia F. Irwin traces the events and trends that defined modern humanitarianism, from the eighteenth century up to the present day. It describes the origins of international humanitarian action, the development of major humanitarian organizations and movements, the evolution of international humanitarian law, and the expansion of the international humanitarian sector. It examines organized efforts to save lives, alleviate suffering, and maintain human dignity amid major conflicts, disasters, refugee crises, and other humanitarian emergencies. At the same time, Irwin shows how beliefs about race, gender, religion, and nationality have historically influenced humanitarian sentiments and actions. Attuned to the distinctions between wartime, postwar, and non-conflict situations, Irwin assesses criticisms waged against humanitarian actions and debates over the legitimacy of humanitarian interventions. This Very Short Introduction also teases out the complex relationship between humanitarianism, human rights, and international development. Finally, this book surveys diverse and competing humanitarian traditions throughout the world, placing humanitarian ideals and practices in a global context. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Uganda vs Besigye
In 2006, the High Court of Uganda became the stage for one of the most controversial trials in the nation's history. A former rebel doctor turned opposition leader, Col. (Rtd) Dr. Kizza Besigye, stood accused of rape in a case that divided the country, exposed fractures within state institutions, and revealed the uneasy relationship between political ambition and the rule of law.Uganda vs. Besigye is a powerful courtroom play that transforms real events into dramatic literature. It brings to life the voices, silences, contradictions, and psychological pressures that shaped the trial. Within its pages, a young university student struggles to keep her story straight, a frightened maid is pulled between truth and survival, investigators begin their work from tabloid gossip instead of victim reports, and lawyers duel with language in a battle for credibility rather than certainty.At the center of the conflict stands a judge who refuses to surrender integrity for political convenience. His wit, skepticism, and legal insight anchor a narrative filled with tension, irony, and moral inquiry. The courtroom becomes both theatre and battleground as truth navigates through coached testimonies, state pressure, public opinion, and the weight of suspicion that lingers even after acquittal.This play captures more than a single case. It reveals how justice bends under political influence, how trauma and memory clash with the demands of legal precision, and how individuals are used, discarded, or destroyed in the struggle for power. It explores the emotional toll on victims, the accused, and everyone caught in the conflict between truth and narrative.Uganda vs. Besigye is a story of state power, human vulnerability, and the fragile line between justice and performance. It is a scathing exploration of how legal systems can be manipulated, how witnesses can be shaped by fear and reward, and how political rivalry can turn a courtroom into a national spectacle.Told with dramatic force and sharp insight, this courtroom play invites readers to witness a nation wrestling with truth, doubt, and the meaning of justice itself. It is a compelling work for readers of political drama, human rights literature, African studies, legal theatre, and anyone interested in the intersection of politics and law.
Philosophy of the Center of Civilization
Philosophy of the Center of Civilization by Baruch MenachePhilosophy of the Center of Civilization by Baruch Menache is a sustained philosophical investigation into the foundations of human identity, social organization, and the nature of conscious experience. Rather than remaining at the level of abstraction, the work grounds philosophical inquiry in real social conditions, personal relationships, and the lived realities that shape moral and psychological life.Menache examines how identity emerges through the constant negotiation between inner experience and external social forces. He explores how individuals come to understand themselves within systems of expectation, tradition, and cultural meaning, and how philosophical grounding influences everyday decision making, responsibility, and personal agency.The book also confronts the tension between individual freedom and social norms, questioning how societies maintain coherence without dissolving personal autonomy. Through discussions of perception, cognition, and consciousness, Menache analyzes how substances, culture, and symbolic structures shape the way reality itself is experienced and interpreted.What you will discover insidePersonal identity and self awareness through psychological and social interactionExistential philosophy in practice and its relevance to daily life and moral choiceRelationships and collective identity including intimacy, boundaries, and cultural meaningPerception and cognition with philosophical analysis of substance influenced experienceSocial and political philosophy examining norms, authority, freedom, and responsibilityWho this book is forPhilosophers and students seeking deeper engagement with identity and existential thoughtSociologists and social theorists studying the relationship between individuals and institutionsPsychologists and cognitive thinkers interested in consciousness and perceptionCultural theorists examining norms, relationships, and social meaningReaders drawn to serious philosophical reflection on human behavior and society
The Family
The Family: Exploring Family Dynamics, Generational Legacy, and Personal Growth for Emotional Well-being and Self-DiscoveryThe Family: A Philosophical Introspection is an essential read for anyone exploring how family dynamics shape identity, personal growth, and emotional well-being. This thought-provoking book blends philosophy, psychology, and self-help to dive deep into the complex relationships within families and their profound influence on mental health, self-discovery, and overall life trajectory.Whether you're reading the paperback for a reflective, in-depth exploration or the eBook for easy access to transformative insights, this book offers powerful tools to understand your family's impact on your psychological well-being, personal development, and life choices.Key Themes and Insights: Family Dynamics & Personal Growth: Understand how family relationships form the foundation of personal growth. Discover how family roles, emotional bonds, and behaviors shape your self-identity, mental health, and decisions.The Philosophy of Family: Gain a philosophical perspective on family as both a stabilizing force and a space for self-expansion. Learn how family dynamics influence personal values, collective beliefs, and our worldview.Generational Memory & Legacy: Explore the generational impact of family traditions, wisdom, and stories. Understand how intergenerational memory and family identity are passed down and provide continuity across generations.Psychology of Family Relationships: Dive into the psychological influence of family on emotional well-being. Examine the dynamics of vulnerability, conflict, and love within family bonds and how they impact mental health.Belonging, Identity, and Continuity: Reflect on how family serves as a source of belonging, continuity, and emotional support. Learn how family bonds balance individuality with the need for connection in an ever-changing world.Why You Should Read This Book: Explore Family as a Path to Self-Discovery: Understand how family can be both a grounding force and a pathway to personal growth and self-improvement.Psychological Insights on Family Dynamics: Gain practical psychological tools to improve emotional resilience, relationships, and behavioral health through understanding family dynamics.Generational Legacy and Family Identity: Delve into how family history, memory, and legacy shape who we are, influencing our identity and personal development.Emotional Well-Being Through Family Bonds: Learn how family bonds impact psychological well-being and identity formation.Ideal for Readers Interested in Family Therapy, Self-Help, and Personal Growth: This book is perfect for those interested in family therapy, self-help, and understanding family relationships from a philosophical and psychological perspective.This Book Is For Readers Who: Want to understand the psychology of family relationships and their impact on emotional health.Seek personal growth through a deeper understanding of family dynamics and emotional connections.Are interested in family philosophy, emotional well-being, and how family influences self-identity.Explore generational memory, family legacy, and their role in shaping individual identity.Desire a reflective, philosophical approach to family therapy and personal development.The Family: A Philosophical Introspection offers a unique, reflective journey into how family shapes our lives. Whether you're navigating your own family dynamics or studying the broader implications of family on emotional health, this book provides the insights you need for personal transformation, healing, and growth.
Strategic Essays on Kashmir's Pivotal Years
What really changed in Kashmir-and why did it take so long?Strategic Essays on Kashmir's Pivotal Years: The 2002-2003 Inflection Point offers a rigorous, contemporaneous account of the year that quietly reshaped India's Kashmir doctrine-long before its consequences became visible in policy and power.Written during 2002-2003, the book captures Jammu & Kashmir at a rare crossroads. Ordinary citizens defied intimidation to vote in large numbers, rejecting violence and separatist boycotts, even as Pakistan's state-sponsored jihad infrastructure remained fully operational. The result was a paradox that would define the next decade: democratic legitimacy without strategic closure.Drawing on essays originally published in Kashmir Telegraph and other leading Indian and international platforms, Romeet K Kaul analyses why the 2002 elections exposed the hollowness of Pakistan's "Kashmir cause," why coalition politics in Srinagar faltered under ideological contradictions, and why New Delhi's policy of strategic restraint failed to deter cross-border terrorism.At the heart of the book is a central argument later vindicated by events after 2014: Kashmir was never merely a problem of governance or alienation, but a sustained proxy-war driven by Pakistan's military-mullah nexus. Democracy without deterrence and integration, the book argues, could not end it.Key themes include: The 2002 J&K Assembly elections were the first credible democratic test after a decade of insurgencyThe terror ecosystem of Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-MohammedThe limits of the "healing touch" in the face of organised jihadPakistan's double game with the United StatesThe myths surrounding UN resolutions and partition "end-games"How ambiguity and moral equivalence prolonged the conflictSeen from today's vantage point-after the abrogation of Article 370, the reorganisation of Jammu & Kashmir as a Union Territory, surgical strikes, Balakot, and Operation Sindoor-these essays read less like history and more like a diagnosis. They explain why India eventually abandoned strategic restraint and why constitutional integration became unavoidable.Unapologetically right-of-centre yet grounded in field observation, this book is both a chronicle and a warning: peace without clarity is temporary, and sovereignty without resolve invites coercion.For policymakers, students of national security, informed citizens, and readers seeking to understand how India's Kashmir policy evolved from hesitation to hard resolve, this book offers a rare record of the argument before it became consensus.
Governing Outer Space
Outer space is no longer a distant frontier. It is a contested domain with immediate global consequences. Once defined by exploration and cooperation, it is now shaped by military competition, rapid technological change, environmental stress, and expanding commercial activity.This book offers an integrated account of space governance through four critical lenses: security, law, sustainability, and economics. It examines the militarisation of space and the rise of artificial intelligence, the resilience and limits of international law, the urgent challenge of space debris, and the growing influence of private actors.By weaving these perspectives together, the volume argues for comprehensive governance frameworks that move beyond fragmented solutions. It highlights how today's choices will determine whether outer space remains a shared domain for peace, innovation, and human progress or becomes a theatre of conflict and competition.
The Anti-Feminist Final Girl Trope
This book is an exploration of the Final Girl trope and the overall treatment of women in John Carpenter's 1978 smash-hit slasher film Halloween, its sequel, Halloween II (1981), and David Gordon Green's newest Halloween trilogy (2018-2022). I argue that the treatment of women in the first two films of the Halloween franchise are bogged down by Susan Faludi's concept of the backlash against American women in the late 1970s and throughout the 1980s, and that the Final Girl trope strips Halloween's Laurie Strode of her femininity, replacing it with masculinity despite the trope's gendered name. David Gordon Green's Halloween trilogy, on the other hand, released from 2018 through 2022, is punctuated by the MeToo movement in Hollywood and actively reverses the anti-women hatred seen in the first two films of the franchise, restoring Laurie Strode's femininity through her role as a caretaker, mother, and guardian of her daughter and granddaughter.
Unwired
Our society has a technology problem. Many want to disconnect from screens but can't help themselves. These days we spend more time online than ever. Some turn to self-help-measures to limit their usage, yet repeatedly fail, while parents feel particularly powerless to help their children. Unwired: Gaining Control over Addictive Technologies shows us a way out. Rather than blaming users, the book shatters the illusion that we autonomously choose how to spend our time online. It shifts the moral responsibility and accountability for solutions to corporations. Drawing lessons from the tobacco and food industries, the book demonstrates why government regulation is necessary to curb technology addiction. It describes a grassroots movement already in action across courts and legislative halls. Groundbreaking and urgent, Unwired provides a blueprint to develop this movement for change, to one that will allow us to finally gain control.
