This book is Jacobo Timerman's travelogue and political analysis of Cuba in the post-1959 era. Written from a previously unpublished Spanish manuscript, it describes the political, social, and human rights conditions in Cuba after the revolution and the changes that occurred under Fidel Castro's rule. Using a journalistic and reflective approach, Timerman presents a critical view of modern Cuba…
This book presents a concise yet comprehensive overview of Brazilian history from prehistoric times, Portuguese colonization, the imperial period, the formation of the republic, and modern development. Boris Fausto outlines changes in Brazilian politics, economy, society, and culture in a coherent and in-depth manner. This English edition, translated by Arthur Brakel, is one of the primary acad…
This book charts Brazil's dramatic transformation from a challenging developing nation to an increasingly influential economic and political power in the 21st century. Larry Rohter, former Brazil correspondent for The New York Times, explores the political, economic, social, and cultural changes that shaped Brazil's new face. Through in-depth analysis and interviews with key figures, the book e…
This book by Estanislao Zuleta analyzes the complex relationship between violence, democracy, and human rights in Colombia. Written during a period of intense political and social turmoil, it examines the roots of structural violence, the challenges faced by democratic institutions, and the conditions necessary for achieving a more just and peaceful society. Zuleta offers philosophical, politic…
This book contains Edgar Ansel Mowrer's sharp analysis of German political developments after the Nazi Party rose to power. Written by a renowned international journalist, this book describes how the policies of Adolf Hitler and Nazi leaders changed the course of German history in the early 1930s. Using an investigative style, Mowrer highlights political oppression, propaganda, social change, a…
This book is an experiential history study of the German generation that lived throughout the 20th century, particularly during World War I, the Weimar Republic, the Nazi era, World War II, and the postwar period. Through narrative analysis and oral history interviews, Thomas A. Kohut reveals how identity, experience, and collective memory shaped how this generation understood themselves and th…
This book is the personal account of Rudolf Semmler, one of Joseph Goebbels' closest associates, the Nazi German Minister of Propaganda. Through the author's personal experiences, this book describes Goebbels' personality, leadership style, propaganda strategies, and his relationship with Adolf Hitler and the inner circle of the Nazi Party. With an introduction by D. McLachlan and additional no…
This book outlines the complete history of the establishment of the Third Reich in Germany, from its inception and rise to power to its collapse in 1945. Hans Buchheim explains the political, social, and ideological factors that enabled the growth of the Nazi regime, including the internal dynamics of the government, propaganda, and the impact of Hitler's policies on the German people. Written …
This book discusses the social roots of injustice, obedience, and revolution in society. Barrington Moore, Jr. explores how social structures, political power, and economic inequality shape both obedient and rebellious behavior. Through historical and comparative analysis, Moore explains the conditions that make societies submit to oppressive authorities, as well as the factors that can trigger…
“Der Islam in der Gegenwart” provides a comprehensive and authoritative overview of the contemporary Islamic world. Edited by Werner Ende and Udo Steinbach, this volume presents scholarly analyses of political, social, and cultural developments within Muslim-majority societies. The book covers key themes such as modern Islamic thought, political movements, demographic trends, regional confl…