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Hegemony or Survival? America's Quest for Global Dominance The world's foremost intellectual activist presents an irrefutable analysis of America's pursuit of total domination and the catastrophic consequences that are sure to follow. From the funding of oppressive regimes to the current 'war on terror', from the toppling of governments opposing its beliefs to the invasion of Iraq, America pursues its global strategy no matter what the cost. With the rigour and insight that have made him our most important 'unraveller of accredited lies', Chomsky reveals the truth and the true motives behind America's quest for domination - and seeks also to show us how the world may yet step back from the brink.
50 Facts That Should Change the World A third of the world is at warThis book paints a picture of shocking contrasts. Hunger, poverty and all kinds of material and emotional deprivation are recurring themes, alongside human rights abuses we may have hoped had been left behind. Read about unimaginable wealth, the unstoppable rise of consumerism, mental illness, the drugs trade, corruption, gun culture, the abuse of our environment and much more. Each fact is followed by explanation and lively analysis.
United We Stand: A History of Britain's Trade Unions(hardback) The history of industrial relations is one of the most complex aspects of the history of modern British society. This authoritative survey provides a clear framework for understanding the history of trade unionism since the 1820s, broadly conceived in the context of the evolution of the working class, of industry and business, and of the Labour Party. The development of trade unionism is presented in cycles of growth followed by periods of instability. Each period of instability sees trade unions getting to grips with fundamental problems of recruitment and organization and, in so far as these are resolved, lays the basis for the next period of steady growth. Reid argues that although the unions are currently weak and marginalized, the likelihood is that this will be a temporary phase.
Burned Alive(hardback) When Souad was seventeen she fell in love. In her village, as in so many others, sex before marriage was considered a grave dishonour to one's family and was punishable by death. This was her crime. Her brother-in-law was given the task of arranging her punishment. One morning while Souad was washing the family's clothes, he crept up on her, poured petrol over her and set her alight. In the eyes of their community he was a hero. An execution for a 'crime of honour' was a respectable duty unlikely to bring about condemnation from others. It certainly would not have provoked calls for his prosecution. More than five thousand cases of such honour killings are reported around the world each year and many more take place that we hear nothing about. Miraculously, Souad survived rescued by the women of her village, who put out the flames and took her to a local hospital. Horrifically burned, and abandoned by her family and community, it was only the intervention of a European aid worker that enabled Souad to receive the care and sanctuary she so desperately needed and to start her life again. She has now decided to tell her story and uncover the barbarity of honour killings.
I'm Not the Only One He's been threatened, smeared and branded a traitor for his stand against the war in Iraq, yet refuses to be gagged and remains a fearless activist for peace and social justice worldwide. In I'm Not the Only One George Galloway continues his campaign, speaking out for the millions of citizens who feel powerless and disenfranchised in today's political vacuum. In the era of Tory Blair and a New Labour that's betrayed its socialist roots, attacked civil liberties and swallowed the corporate lie, it's time, he argues, for an alternative. Here Galloway outlines his compelling vision of a new political movement: a coalition that speaks for all those people - whether Muslim or Christian, black or white, pensioner or student - locked out of the current system, who took to the streets to protest against war and injustice, and who want their country back.
Sari Shop (hardback) Ramchand, a young man living in a small, north Indian town, works each day at Sevak Sari House in one of the city's bazaars. When he peers into the lives of his customers he is tempted to change his own life, but in doing so he uncovers the horrifying cruelties that have been holding it together.
Shopped: The Shocking Power of British Supermarkets
An elegant demolition of the supermarket miracle, this book charts the impact that supermarkets have had on every aspect of our lives and culture. Did you know... Almost 50% of supermarket fruit and vegetables contain pesticide residues? UK supermarkets make 40p on every GBP1 spent on bananas while plantations workers are paid just 1p? Supermarkets operate a climate of fear amongst their suppliers? Every time a supermarket opens the local community loses on average 276 jobs? In the 1970s, British supermarkets had only 10% of the UK's grocery spend. Now they swallow up 80%, influencing how we shop, what we eat, how we spend our leisure time, how much rubbish we generate, even the very look of our physical environment. Award-winning food writer Joanna Blythman investigates the enormous impact that these big box retailers are having on our lives.
Ricky Famous as the lovable couch potato Jim Royle of The Royle Family, Ricky Tomlinson has entertained millions without ever leaving his armchair. Now, in his long-awaited autobiography, he surprises yet again with a remarkable story of love, hardship, humour, injustice and triumph. His mother used to tell him that he had lived three lives, but even she miscounted. He has been a plasterer, banjo player, stand-up comic, union agitator, political activist, film extra, award-winning actor and unwilling guest of Her Majesty's prison service. Renowned and respected for his honesty, wit and integrity, Ricky brings all of these qualities to his extraordinary, moving and inspiring story.
Wonderfull Discoverie of Witches in the Countie of Lancaster This is a facsimile edition of Thomas Potts' book of 1612 covering the trial of the Pendle Witches, which took place at Lancaster Assizes where he was the clerk of the court. It provides a fascinating primary source for anyone interested in witches.
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