Global Development

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * MORE THAN ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD “A provocative read...There are few tomes that coherently map such broad economic histories as well as Mr. Dalio’s. Perhaps more unusually, Mr. Dalio has managed to identify metrics from that history that can be applied to...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “Advance copies of Ray Dalio’s new book about how countries go broke have become a hot read in Washington.” —The New York Times “This book is a gift to humanity….Ray provides a solution to what is the biggest and most certain threat to our prosperity.”...

NEW YORK TIMES AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER From two winners of the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences, “who have demonstrated the importance of societal institutions for a country’s prosperity” “A wildly ambitious work that hopscotches through history and around the world...

Dive into the mesmerizing intersection of chemical engineering and medicine with "Molecular Architects," a transformative eBook that offers a comprehensive exploration of how these two disciplines converge to forge new frontiers in medical innovation. This pioneering text delves into the heart of pharmaceutical and biotechnological advancements, showcasing the groundbreaking work of chemical engineers in developing life-saving drugs, advanced therapies, and cutting-edge diagnostic tools. From the historical evolution of chemical engineering's role in medicine to the ultra-modern advances in...

A clear, independent, and grounded guide to one of the most influential voices in trauma, addiction, stress, and modern healthcare. Gabor Maté has changed the global conversation about trauma, addiction, childhood development, illness, compassion, and the human nervous system. His ideas are cited by therapists, teachers, activists, physicians — and millions of readers looking for language to make sense of suffering, resilience, and emotional life in the modern world. But as his influence has grown, so too has confusion, debate, and oversimplification. This book exists to bring clarity. ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “[A] masterpiece . . . an astonishing book that will leave you questioning your own life and political views.”—USA Today “If any one person can be given credit for transforming the medical establishment’s thinking about health care for the destitute...

In this era of government gridlock, economic and ecological devastation, and seemingly intractable global violence, our future is ever more ripe for - and in need of - fresh, creative reimagining. With her clear-eyed, inspiring, and sweeping vision of a possible global renaissance in the new millennium, Barbara Marx Hubbard shows us that our current crises are not the precursors of an apocalypse, but the natural birth pains of an awakened, universal humanity.

Far more than a rhetorical exercise, this book is designed to inform, inspire, and spur action. Based on Sachs' 14 years as director of the Earth Institute at Columbia University and as special advisor to the United Nations Secretary-General on the Millennium Development Goals and Sustainable Development Goals, The Age of Sustainable Development is a landmark publication and a clarion call for all who care about our planet and global justice.

The winners of the Nobel Prize in Economics upend the most common assumptions about how economics works in this gripping and disruptive portrait of how poor people actually live. Why do the poor borrow to save? Why do they miss out on free life-saving immunizations, but pay for unnecessary drugs?...

This well-researched book identifies the wide-ranging harms resulting from mother- and father-loss, and it provides a roadmap for effective children’s rights advocacy. Whether you’re seeking to make sense of your own fractured childhood, or yearn to prevent similar struggles for the next generation, Them Before Us will equip you to be the adult who should have advocated for you as a child. By defending children’s rights, we protect the heart of every child and set a course that will decimate a myriad of the social ills currently plaguing our world.

Young children live with awe and wonder as their daily companions. But as they grow, worries often crowd out wonder. Knowing this, how can parents strengthen their kids' love for the world so it sticks around for the long haul? Thankfully, parents have at their fingertips a miracle vaccine - one that can boost their kids' immunity to the world's distractions: stories. Well-chosen stories connect us with others, even those on the other side of the globe.

The creator of the hit podcast series Tides of History and Fall of Rome explores the four explosive decades between 1490 and 1530, bringing to life the dramatic and deeply human story of how the West was reborn. In the bestselling tradition of The Swerve and A Distant Mirror, The Verge tells the...

Seeing the Unseen: Behind Chinese Tech Giants' Global Venturing delves into the fascinating world of Chinese logic that shapes how tech leaders make and implement decisions, many of which are seldom seen outside China.

The death of an adult child is a profound and devastating experience, shattering the hearts of parents and leaving them in a labyrinth of grief. In this compassionate and deeply moving guide, you will find solace, understanding, and practical advice to navigate the journey of grief and healing. "How to Survive the Death of an Adult Child" offers a lifeline to those grappling with this unimaginable loss. Through heartfelt stories, expert insights, and healing strategies, this book provides a comprehensive roadmap to cope with profound sorrow and find a way to embrace life once again.

Forming an LLC has many advantages. Whether you’re a first-time entrepreneur, small business owner, freelancer, or side hustler, this guide will give you the confidence to manage your LLC like a pro—without hiring an expensive attorney or accountant.

¿Quisieras tener mayor seguridad al momento de entablar una conversación con la chica que te gusta? ¿Fortalecer tu autoestima, superar tus miedos y tomar mejores decisiones? Entonces escucha con atención que esto te va a interesar. Este audiolibro te ofrece ejercicios y técnicas para desarrollar la confianza en ti mismo y enfrentar los desafíos de la vida con valentía. Una de las fortalezas que debes desarrollar es ser auténtico y no tratar de imitar a otras personas.

In the tradition of Silent Spring and The Sixth Extinction, an urgent, “disturbing, empowering, and essential” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) book about the ways in which chemicals in the modern environment are changing—and endangering—human sexuality and fertility on the grandest...

The Malmgren Strategy: Chess Mastery Applied to Global Power In an era where economics, diplomacy, and military power collide at lightning speed, few minds can synthesize the chaos into coherent strategy. Dr. Malmgren is one of those rare thinkers—a strategic chess grandmaster operating on the global board where nations, corporations, and ideologies battle for advantage. The Presidential Whisperer Ambassador Malmgren didn't just advise presidents—he helped architect the modern global trading system that shapes how power flows between nations. His counsel reached into the highest levels ...

“All Dreams are possible because I truly believe that everyone—and I mean everyone—has the seeds of true Genius inside them.” The quote comes from super entrepreneur Peter H. Thomas. It’s something he can prove because he has lived it. Not only has he lived it, he’s also spent an entire lifetime teaching others how find the Genius within, and in that discovery also realize that they can make all their dreams true. “See it! Believe it. Embrace it. Become it! And then work as hard as you can along the way to bring it all together.” The author of four other groundbreaking books...

El juego del amor, la conquista y la seducción es un juego que todas las personas, sin importar quiénes sean, al menos una vez en su vida lo juegan. Es un juego divertido, pero también involucra un gran riesgo, saber cautivar la atención de otra persona y encantar sus sentidos, es todo un arte. La seducción es un arte y como todo arte involucra teoría y práctica. Este material “Trucos Psicológicos - Para que se obsesione por ti y te extrañe” tiene el objetivo de darte a conocer el arte de la seducción