Global Studies

While the world appears to be in dire straits, the book of Daniel paints a vivid picture of the many ways God guides our lives and world events, providing us with great reason to hope. Using the same deep but easy-to-understand style found in his standout seller Revealing Revelation, bestselling...

The stage is being set for global tyranny in previously unimaginable ways. Yesterday’s science fiction stories have become today’s headlines as technological advancements provide powerful new tools in the Luciferian arsenal. Thanks to stunning developments in the realm of artificial intelligence, a full spectrum planetary control grid is now well within reach for Satan’s earthly co-conspirators.

How do we help students work effectively with others from diverse cultural backgrounds? How do we help them understand the world? How do we prepare them for work and life in an era of globalization, volatility, and uncertainty? Empowering Global Citizens offers educators and parents compelling answers to those questions. This book presents The World Course, a curriculum on global citizenship education designed to equip students with the competencies they need to thrive and contribute to sustainable development in an era of globalization. Drawing on curriculum mapping this book offers a ...

Master the Dynamics of Power and Influence in International Relations In the complex and ever-changing world of international relations, understanding the dynamics of power and influence is crucial for effective decision-making. "Power and Influence: A Framework for Understanding International Relations and Strategic Decision-Making" provides a comprehensive and structured approach to navigating the intricate web of global politics. This book is designed for diplomats, scholars, military officers, and foreign policy experts seeking to deepen their understanding of the strategies that shape ...

Meet queer, BIPOC, and women artists around the world as they discuss the gifts, costs, and redemptive power of pursuing a creative life Is the all-encompassing quest to become a self-sustaining artist worth the sacrifices it often requires? Throughout her 20s and 30s, Stephanie Elizondo Griest...

This Very Short Introduction audiobook looks at the phenomenon of international human migration - both legal and illegal - and offers an objective stance on the topic, and its benefits and challenges. Khalid Koser reveals the opportunities migration presents that must be taken advantage of in the current economic climate, and debunks common myths to demonstrate that society, as we now know it, cannot function without migrants.

If you’re interested in learning about world religions, this book is the place to start. Packed with informative fact sheets and answers to common questions, this beginner’s guide fills you in on the most important aspects of each religion. You’ll learn about fascinating histories, rituals, and festivals as you grow to better understand the belief systems that offer meaning and purpose to billions of people around the globe.

The spectacular rise and dramatic fall of super-assassin Carlos the Jackal—one of history’s most infamous terrorist masterminds and the inspiration for numerous celebrated works of pop culture—told with new revelations from the Jackal himself, by the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of...

New: Now includes an interactive table of contents with books and chapters of the Bible for easy audio navigation!* This dramatized audio version of the complete Bible in the NIV brings the Bible to life with this true-to-text dramatization of God's Word. The fully orchestrated background...

Secrets of the Middle East's Most Critical Conflict You'll get instant access to the most comprehensive and authoritative analysis of the Israel-Iran-Russia conflict in Netanyahu's War: The Unholy Trinity of Conflict - Israel, Iran, and Russia's Deadly Dance is an insightful book that will transform your understanding of the Middle East's complex geopolitics. What You'll Discover: The hidden dynamics driving the conflict and its implications for global stability The strategic calculations and miscalculations of Israel, Iran, and Russia The role of external actors and proxy wars in shaping ...

The Mao Zedong Reader: How to Understand Chinese Ideology to Improve Foreign Policy and Relations with China Edited by Eric Engle For the first time, a comprehensive collection of Mao Zedong's most important writings is available in a single volume. The Mao Zedong Reader is the definitive guide to understanding the ideology that shaped modern China and continues to influence its foreign policy today. With a wide-ranging selection of Mao's writings, from his early revolutionary days to his later years as China's leader, this book provides a nuanced and balanced view of his thought. Dr. Eric ...

Decode the Secrets of China's Global Strategy —Before It's Too Late! China’s growing influence is reshaping global power dynamics—are you ready to figure out China's next moves? China's New Client States? explores the historical foundations and modern applications of China’s foreign policy. From the ancient tributary system to the Belt and Road Initiative, this book reveals how China builds alliances, exerts influence, and challenges Western dominance. This fascinating and insightful book that digs into the historical roots of China's diplomatic strategies, revealing the principles ...

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.  

Discover Secrets to Victory with this Strategic Knowledge Compass, your Ultimate Guide to Winning Wars & Keeping the Peace. Are you ready to master military strategy? Buy this book and you'll immediately get a comprehensive knowledge compass guiding you to winning military strategies from history. Packed with key insights and leadership lessons from the greatest military strategies in history! Discover the secrets to effective deterrence and victory in war, and learn how to apply strategic lessons to any challenge where clear thinking, bold decision-making, and effective execution are ...

Welcome to Marcos Entre Dos Mundos “Hola de nuevo… ¿Estás listo para vivir entre dos mundos?” If you understood that — including fue recibido and se han enriquecido — you’re ready for Level B2.1. This is the seventh book in the Leer español sin adivinar series and your gateway to advanced, confident Spanish. An International Story. A Higher Level. Marcos has built a life in Barcelona — career, family, fiancée. Then comes Bogotá. A major Colombian contract transforms his professional world. Over eighteen months, he navigates cultural adaptation, ethical dilemmas, long-...

Discover the groundbreaking ideas of Marshall McLuhan, the visionary thinker who forever changed the way we understand media, technology, and culture. The Medium Shapes the Message: Understanding Marshall McLuhan’s Ideas and Their Lasting Impact explores McLuhan’s life, his most influential works, and why his insights remain vital in today’s digital age. From his famous phrase “the medium is the message” to his provocative concept of the “global village,” McLuhan revealed how communication technologies reshape human thought, society, and identity. This engaging and accessible ...

An Invitation to Community and Models for Connection After almost every presentation activist and writer Mia Birdsong gives to executives, think tanks, and policy makers, one of those leaders quietly confesses how much they long for the profound community she describes. They have family, friends...

Cardinal Bergoglio, Pope Francis, was chosen to lead the Roman Catholic Church in March 2013. He has been capturing the attention of billions of people worldwide because of his clear and consistent concern for people, especially the poor. His leadership style contrasts sharply with his two predecessors. On May 24, 2015 Pope Francis issued his first encyclical letter. “Laudato Si” (The Care of Our Common Home) addresses the environmental degradation of our earth. Humans are clearly responsible for most of this degradation including global warming, he says. Pope Francis earned a ...

From Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas, to Adam Smith and John Maynard Keynes, to the top economic thought leaders of today, The Economics Book is the essential audio reference for students and anyone else with an interest in how economies work. An easy-to-follow style, succinct quotations, and...

The one thing we know from the inside — and the one thing science has yet to explain. You are conscious right now. There is light reaching your eyes, words forming meaning, perhaps a faint sound in the room. Why should any of that be felt? Why is the firing of neurons accompanied by experience at all? What It Is Like is a complete, rigorous, and readable map of the debate — written for students, researchers, and serious general readers, and assuming no prior background. The book covers: The problem itself — what "consciousness" actually means, the hard problem, and the philosophical ...