Private Power

In Private Power and Democracy's Decline, Mordecai Kurz explores the relationship between free-market capitalism and democracy. He shows that technology has made capitalism different from what was envisioned in the Age of Enlightenment. Technology creates centers of market power and monopoly concentration that result in a society in which some people are enriched immensely while many workers' livelihoods are often destroyed.

Steve Coll investigates the largest and most powerful private corporation in the United States, revealing the true extent of its power. ExxonMobil’s annual revenues are larger than the economic activity in the great majority of countries. In many of the countries where it conducts business...

This comprehensive trust management guide reveals how to protect assets, exercise your rights, and build lasting wealth through the lawful creation of an Express Trust — a private contractual organization under common law that lets you own nothing yet control everything. Written by Ashley Rocks, Kenneth Plaster, and Gwendolyn Morris, the book combines decades of experience in trust law, commerce, and asset protection. Together, they present a clear roadmap for individuals, families, and entrepreneurs seeking to operate beyond corporate and statutory systems. From the start, readers learn ...

Today, many strive to improve their lives using subconscious mind techniques. This book expounds the ultimate power within us that transcends and reigns over your subconscious mind. A-MSY is that all-powerful invisible essence, which if used correctly, can help us.

A city shaken by murder. A teenager trapped in the justice system. And a lawyer willing to risk everything for the truth. When a pregnant woman is murdered in a brutal drive-by shooting in New Orleans, the city demands justice. The police claim they have the killer. They claim they know the facts. They claim that justice will be served. But in Louisiana, justice is rarely straightforward. Eighteen-year-old Amon Jennings was caught on camera sitting in the passenger seat of the vehicle used in the drive-by. Within hours, prosecutors charged him with two counts of murder and threatened to ...

Bloomsbury presents Lessons in Power by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, read by Ina Marie-Smith This mystery thriller by the bestselling author of The Inheritance Games is a gripping story of high stakes, betrayal, and unpredictable twists. Knowledge is power, but secrets can kill . . . For Tess Kendrick...

An elite private college. A hidden world. A devastating slow-burn that will leave you wrecked. Twenty-year-old Anna was already different before her mother was murdered—and before she vanished for a year she can’t remember. When her former mentor returns, Anna embarks on a dangerous journey...

From the world's #1 bestselling author, the Private series travels to Monaco, to reveal new “Great action sequences ... breathtaking twists and turns” (Anthony Horowitz). In a luxurious Monte Carlo casino, elite investigator Jack Morgan must risk big—or lose it all. Monte Carlo, Monaco, is...

A trans man is found dead in a Seaside, Oregon motel room. The cops call it suicide. But former detective–turned–private investigator Amberlyn Reed knows staged violence when she sees it. When she starts digging, Amberlyn uncovers a trail of erased identities, offshore money, and a covert network tied to the country’s elite. At the center of it all? A ghost. A name erased. And someone powerful who wants it to stay that way. With help from a rogue informant, a burnt-out handler, and a federal agent who still holds her heart, Amberlyn is pulled into a game with no safe moves—and one ...

In '48 Laws of Power,' Robert Greene explores the timeless principles of power, influence, and human behavior. Drawing from historical examples and real-world strategies, Greene unveils a compelling and often provocative guide to understanding and mastering the dynamics of power. Whether you're an aspiring leader, a student of human psychology, or simply curious about the forces that shape our interactions, this book is a captivating journey into the intricacies of power dynamics.

In GRACE & POWER: THE PRIVATE WORLD OF THE KENNEDY WHITE HOUSE, New York Times bestselling author Sally Bedell Smith takes us inside the Kennedy White House with unparalleled access and insight. Having interviewed scores of Kennedy intimates, including many who have never spoken before, and...

An international cartel sets its sights on Dublin, Ireland—and PI Jack Morgan. A lone shooter opens fire at a star-studded Los Angeles movie premiere. As the casualty count rises, detective Jack Morgan realizes his partner, Justine, is among the wounded. A vengeful Morgan pursues the suspect...

Home Training: Collection Three turns up the heat with powerful older men and the young studs drawn into their orbit. From a secluded harbor in Maine to a high-rise apartment, and a remote cabin where discipline meets freedom, these stories explore mentorship, control, and the intoxicating pull of experience over youth. Featuring: Grandpa’s Boat A young man travels to Camden, Maine to reconnect with his stepfather's dad, who becomes both mentor and temptation on the open water. My Stepdad’s Confession A divorced businessman invites his ex-wife's son to dinner, and years of unspoken ...

A remarkable memoir by the man at the apex of Canadian power for over fifty years, Private Power, Public Purpose is the ultimate insider's history in the worlds of politics, business, and philanthropy. Private Power, Public Purpose is an ambitious and sweeping first-hand account of the past 50...

Enjoy the mystery as sisters Francis and Jo Hardy investigate the robbery of the Applegate Mansion and embark on their first official foray as detectives. --- Although a child of the 80s and 90s, I have loved both the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew mysteries through their various books, TV, and movie adaptations. I wanted to be a Hardy Boy, and I always had a crush on every version of Nancy Drew. Now here I am as a dad wishing my kids expressed the same fascination with old school mysteries as they do video games. I’m also the proud father of one princess. She’s growing up on our farm with ...

Bloomsbury presents The Ruling Class by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, read by Ina-Marie Smith. This mystery thriller by the bestselling author of The Inheritance Games is a gripping story of high stakes, betrayal, and unpredictable twists. Any problem can be fixed for a price . . . When Tess Kendrick is...

Like the Rockefellers and the Kennedys, the Kochs are one of the most influential dynasties of the modern age, but they have never been the subject of a major biography -- until now. Not long after the death of his father, Charles Koch, then in his early 30s, discovered a letter the family...

A thrilling, eye opening investigation into private equity, a secretive wing of the finance industry that is so relentlessly destructive, it could potentially undermine our way of life. For decades, private equity firms have infiltrated every corner of modern life. Wielding debt as a weapon...

Power of Askology – If You Ask, You Will Receive एक प्रेरणादायक Hindi self-help audiobook by Sirshree है, जो सही सवाल पूछने की शक्ति सिखाती है। यह audiobook आपको बताती है कि सही प्रश्न कैसे जीवन में स्पष्टता, आत्मविश्वास और समाधान ला सकते हैं। अक्सर लोग बिना पूछे अनुमान लगा लेते हैं और गलत निष्कर्ष तक पहुँच जाते हैं।

You can die and you can lose your soul. They aren't the same. The pandemic is over, Jazz Fest pending in New Orleans, and French Quarter private detective Wyatt Thomas has a new client. Dita Lika, the headliner of this year's Jazz Fest is having a recurrent nightmare related to New Orleans. Will Wyatt solve the mystery of her Satan-related nightmare, or will the Prince of Darkness prevail, claim their souls and drag them both to hell? Take an intoxicating ride with Wyatt Thomas, the French Quarter's favorite private investigator, and voodoo mambo Mama Mulate as they chase the answers on an ...