This rich collection of original essays pays tribute to Stanley Hoffmann, a preeminent scholar of international relations and French politics who has inspired former students to explore the links between domestic society and foreign policy and between theory and practice. In two autobiographical chapters, Hoffmann traces his personal odyssey from F

Prisms are instruments, mirrors, metaphors, gateways humankind must pass through in order to achieve, to overcome, to realize, to become. Contained herein are nineteen transformative tales from some of speculative fiction's most brilliant minds. So open your eyes and let the light pass through . . .

After Star Trek: Enterprise concluded in 2005, Star Trek went on hiatus until the 2009 film Star Trek and its sequels. With the success of these films, Star Trek returned to the small screen with series like Discovery, Picard, and Strange New Worlds. These films and series, in different ways, reflect cultural shifts in Western society. Theology and Star Trek gathers a group of scholars from various religious and theological disciplines to reflect upon the connection between theology and St...

The British codebreakers at Bletchley Park are now believed to have shortened the duration of the Second World War by up to two years. During the dark days of 1941, as Britain stood almost alone against the the Nazis, this remarkable achievement seemed impossible. This extraordinary book, originally published as Action This Day, includes descriptions by some of Britain s foremost historians of the work of Bletchley Park, from the breaking ofEnigma and other wartime codes to the invention o...

The remarkable true story of one man's daring solo flight around the world in a tiny amphibious plane.University dropout Michael Smith built a multimillion-dollar business fitting out movie theatres around the world, before restoring Melbourne's Sun Theatre and becoming one of the country's last independent cinema operators. After a business deal went bad, and shaken by how close he had come to being wiped out, Smith took an even bigger risk- to become the first ...

'Fascinating analysis' Nigel West; 'Grippingly told, authoritative' Mail on Sunday; 'Meticulously researched...a remarkably good read' John Brennan, former CIA Director; 'Excellent...a detailed, highly professional account' Sir John Scarlett, former MI6 ChiefThe Special Relationship between America and Britain is feted by politicians on both sides of the Atlantic when it suits their purpose and just as frequently dismissed as a myth, not least by t...

**The ultimate insider’s account: living and working in China in a period of unprecedented economic and social upheavalIt was just after midnight when China’s notorious secret police came knocking...**A late-night visit to his Shanghai laneway house by China’s notorious secret police triggered a diplomatic storm which abruptly ended Michael Smith’s stint as one of Australia’s last foreign correspondents in China. After five days under consular protection, Smith was...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.As a child, teenager, and even during my young adult life, I wasn't that person people would refer to as having 'personality.Rather, I was a nerd; a geek that loved reading books, and uncomfortable when it came to meeting other people. However, being a nerd paid off and I've noticed specific attributes that most charismatic people have. With thorough research, I've written this book to explain the whole process ...

Tom Crean was the adventurous farmer's son from Kerry who sailed on three major expeditions to the unknown Antarctic over a century ago. He was among the few men who served with both Captain Robert Scott and Sir Ernest Shackleton, spent longer on the ice than either and outlived them both. But Tom Crean returned to Ireland and never spoke about his exploits, taking his incredible story to the grave – until the publication of An Unsung Hero, which unearthed his story and saw him rightfully ...

Step into the future of finance with The Future of Money, a comprehensive guide to understanding Bitcoin, blockchain, and their transformative impact on the global economy. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned enthusiast, this eBook unpacks the revolutionary potential of decentralized technology in a way that's both accessible and inspiring.Discover how Bitcoin emerged as a response to the 2008 financial crisis, why it's often called "digital gold," and how bloc...

In the mist veiled valleys of West Yorkshire, where the cobblestones whisper secrets of the past, two siblings are about to discover that their home town is anything but ordinary.When a mysterious glowing book and an ancient key fall into their hands.The boundary between the everyday world and a realm of shadow and wonder begins to dissolve.Guided by a cryptic tale the children must navigate the narrow ginnels and steep hillsides of Hebden Bridge yo unlock a mystery...

**SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 TASTE CANADA AWARDSA GLOBE AND MAIL BEST COOKBOOK OF THE YEARA collection of beautiful, vibrant, vegetable-forward recipes from awarding-winning, farm-to-table chef Michael Smith.**From vegetable-forward dishes to full vegetarian meals, eating plants is more than just good for us. We thrive when we eat more vegetables. Inspired by the bounty of his culinary farm at the Inn at Bay Fortune, chef Michael Smith shares everyth...