Global South

An explosive exposé of Samsung that “reads like a dynastic thriller, rolling through three generations of family intrigue, embezzlement, bribery, corruption, prostitution, and other bad behavior” (The Wall Street Journal). LONGLISTED FOR THE FINANCIAL TIMES AND MCKINSEY BUSINESS BOOK OF...

On May 17, 1980, on the eve of Peru's presidential election, five masked men stormed a small town. They set election ballots ablaze and vanished, but not before planting a red hammer-and-sickle banner in the town square. The lone man arrested the next morning later swore allegiance to a group called Shining Path. Described by a US State Department cable as "cold-blooded and bestial", Shining Path orchestrated bombings, assassinations, and massacres across the cities, countryside, and jungles of Peru in a murderous campaign to seize power and impose a Communist government.

When it comes to tech, the mainstream headlines are bleak. While legitimate concerns drive these fears, we need to equally account for the fact that tech affords young people something incredibly valuable—a rare space for self-actualization. In From Pessimism to Promise, award-winning author Payal Arora explains that, outside the West, where most of the world's youth reside, there is a significant different outlook on tech: in fact, there is a contagion of optimism toward all things digital. 

Oil and Empire: Iran, Nigeria, and the Battle for Oil by Yemi Adesina What happens when two nations discover oil—but take opposite paths in confronting empire? Oil and Empire is a gripping, deeply researched, and morally urgent exploration of how Iran and Nigeria, two of the world’s most oil-rich nations, faced the same global pressures—but responded in radically different ways. One chose resistance and paid the price in sanctions, isolation, and war. The other chose accommodation, and paid in corruption, environmental ruin, and a hollowed-out state. In June 2025, history roared back ...

The message was found inside a shark. Three versions of it, in three languages, each damaged differently by seawater — French, English, German — and from the three together, only one thing could be recovered with certainty: the latitude. 37° South. The longitude was gone. Lord Glenarvan assembles a party and sets out to find Captain Grant and the crew of the Britannia, somewhere along the entire 37th parallel. It crosses South America, Australia, and New Zealand. They will travel all of it. The man who makes this possible — in theory — is Jacques Paganel, Secretary-General of the ...

This updated book (13th edition published in April 2025) examines South Korea’s emergence as an economic power, since the devastating economic ruin created by the Korean War of 1950-1953. As one of the original 'Asian Tigers', its economic transformation has been nothing short of remarkable. The country’s relentless pursuit of technological development and innovation has helped to transform South Korea from a predominantly rural-based agricultural society into a highly urbanised and industrialised nation. The country has overcome every setback, including its humiliating financial crisis...

Are you dreaming of taking a family vacation to a place you've never been to before? You and your whole family are invited to join us on a tour to experience, learn, feel, and imagine what life in countries around the world is like. In this audiobook, Santiago and Alejandra take us on an exciting adventure around the unique South American country of Ecuador. Are you ready to take a walk through icy volcanic glaciers and visit tropical white sand beaches all in the same small country?

Xi Jinping has made his ambitions for the People's Liberation Army (PLA) perfectly clear, first, that China should become a "great maritime power" and secondly, that the PLA "become a world-class armed force by 2050." China as a Twenty-First-Century Naval Power focuses on China's navy and how it is being transformed to satisfy the "world class" goal.

Built on the grounds of a former cotton plantation, the Tuskegee Institute, founded by Booker T. Washington, offered agricultural and industrial education as a strategy for Black self-determination. There—and in many other communities in the U.S. South, the Caribbean, and Central America—Black people repurposed and regenerated what had been a place of enslavement into a site for imagining alternative futures.

The Walk for Peace eBook presents a reflective narrative on a remarkable grassroots movement that brought together communities in a time of deep uncertainty. It traces the origins of the walk, the motivations that stirred participants to step forward in solidarity, and the larger social and moral context that made the event both timely and necessary. Through an account that blends observation with contemplation, the story captures how ordinary individuals—students, families, elders, civic leaders, and faith groups—chose to respond to division with unity, fear with hope, and silence with...

Bloomsbury presents The Golden Road, written and read by William Dalrymple. The internationally bestselling author of The Anarchy returns with a sparkling, soaring history of ideas, tracing South Asia’s under-recognized role in producing the world as we know it. For a millennium and a half...

Discover the Untold Story of Vietnam's Fight for Freedom What if you could witness the pivotal moments that shaped a nation’s destiny? In The Battle for Vietnam’s Independence, you’ll embark on a journey through the complexities, struggles, and triumphs that defined Vietnam’s fight for freedom. From the early seeds of rebellion under French colonial rule to the dramatic fall of Saigon, this book unravels the untold story of resilience, resistance, and the unwavering pursuit of independence. Why does this story matter? The Vietnam War is more than just a historical event. It is a ...

Embark on a Global Culinary Adventure—From Ancient India to Your Kitchen Table! Are you ready to master the art of spice? Curry is more than just a dish; it is a story of trade, empire, and culture that spans the globe. In The Curry Trail: A Global Journey of Spice, History, and Recipes, you are invited to trace the delicious lineage of the world’s most beloved comfort food. From the "Motherland of a Thousand Sauces" in India to the naval ships that brought Kare Raisu to Japan, and the vibrant street stalls of Southeast Asia, this book is your passport to a world of aromatic delights. ...

South Tyrol offers landscapes straight out of a picture book at any time of the year. While the peaks of the Dolomites are still snow-covered, spring is already showing itself in Bolzano with its blossoms. An audio journey about castles, palaces, beautiful nature and a feeling for South Tyrolean traditions and down-to-earthness with Italian flair.

2026 Nautilus Gold Award winner for Journalism & Investigative Reporting (Special Honor: Investigative Excellence) A globe-trotting work of relentless investigative reporting, this is the first major book to expose the catastrophic reality of the multi-billion-dollar global garbage trade. Dumps...

A groundbreaking, haunting, and profoundly moving history of modernity's greatest tragedy: concentration camps. For over 100 years, at least one concentration camp has existed somewhere on Earth. First used as battlefield strategy, camps have evolved with each passing decade, in the scope of...

Immerse yourself in the intricate world of geopolitical hotspots with the riveting new eBook - 'Unstable Borders'. This insightful guide studies intricate dynamics on a global scale, unearthing layers of political, cultural, and social complexities that define today's world order. Dive into the pulsating heart of global conflicts, past and present, and trace the outlines of today's geopolitical landscapes from the Middle East to Eastern Europe, Africa to Asia. You'll navigate startlingly complex narratives like the longstanding struggle in Israel-Palestine, the emerging battlefield of South...

A small-town homecoming. A second chance at love. A faith-filled romance worth waiting for. When Emily Harper returns to Hartwell, South Carolina, for her grandmother’s funeral, she plans to settle the estate, pack up the memories, and get back to her busy city life. But tucked inside her grandmother’s worn Bible are years of handwritten prayers. Prayers for Emily’s future. Her faith. Her heart. And maybe even for Luke Bennett. Luke never left Hartwell. Steady, kind, and rooted in the family market that has served the town for generations, he has always been the one who showed up. ...

The inevitable is coming fast. We know it in our bones—and it’s past time to face it. The highly anticipated follow-up to Hospicing Modernity: how we activate responsibility, nurture care, and grow up in the face of collapse—includes reflections, exercises, and prompts Climate collapse...

1949 – America Alone An Alternate History Military Thriller The war is over. The world is not. In this gripping alternate history novel, the aftermath of a brutal China–Soviet war leaves the world balanced on a fragile ceasefire—but peace is only an illusion. Across the globe, nations are no longer rebuilding… they are rearming. China advances its deadly Red Horizon missile programme, pushing long-range rocket technology further with every test. Britain dominates the skies with powerful jet fighters and carrier aviation, projecting force across the Pacific. Europe, led by German ...