'Jaw-dropping' Daily Telegraph'A timely examination of how the distribution of power has shifted' GuardianWhere does power lie in Britain today? Is our system of government still fit for purpose? A revelatory guide from the esteemed expert in British government and politicsThe British system has been radically transformed in recent decades, far more than most of us realize. As acclaimed political sc...

In the wake of the troubled campaigns in Afghanistan and Iraq, military decision-making appears to be in crisis and generals have been subjected to intense and sustained public criticism. Taking these interventions as a starting point, Anthony King examines the transformation of military command in the twenty-first century. Focusing on the army division, King argues that a phenomenon of collective command is developing. In the twentieth century, generals typically directed and led operatio...

Why AI will not replace human strategic judgement in warIs AI about to automate war? Will autonomous drone swarms and killer robots controlled by AI dominate the battlespace and determine the winner? In AI, Automation, and War, Anthony King debunks this science fiction–tinged narrative of AI’s military potential, exploring instead the actual applications of AI by the armed forces over the last decade. He finds that AI is not going to replace human commande...

What if a single homemade drink could restore strength, boost mobility, and change lives? Imagine watching someone struggle with every step, burdened by pain and weakness only to witness a transformation so incredible that they begin running like a child once again. This isn’t just a story; it’s a revelation.This book uncovers the astonishing truth behind a natural remedy that has left people speechless. With just a handful of everyday ingredients rosemary, ginger, lemon, cinnamon,...

This book emphasizes and focuses on preventing you from making a lot of careless mistakes. It is kinda like a cheat sheet for life. It gives you most of the answers to the questions and problems you have or will have. You see, I have already taken the same test you are about to take; therefore, I can reveal to you the majority of the right answers. There may be a slight difference in the situations, but for the most part, they are all similar. This book can be so useful even older adults c...

What If Everything You Thought You Knew About Alcohol Was a Lie?For decades, we’ve been sold a dream, one where alcohol is the key to relaxation, social connection, and celebration. But beneath the glossy advertisements and cultural norms lies a disturbing reality: alcohol is quietly hijacking your health, rewiring your brain, and accelerating the breakdown of your body.This book rips the mask off alcohol’s so-called "harmless" effects, revealing the shocking truth that Big...

What if everything you thought you knew about motivation, success, and happiness was only half the story? What if the real force driving your ambitions, habits, and even your deepest cravings was something hidden inside your brain, something being manipulated every single day without you realizing it?Dopamine is the invisible engine behind your desires, your drive, and your satisfaction. It fuels your passions, shapes your habits, and determines whether you feel accomplished or end...

This book brings together a series of new and historical case studies to show how different phases of globalization are transforming the built environment. Taking a broad interdisciplinary approach, the author draws on sociological, geographical, cultural and postcolonial studies to provide a critical account of the development of three key concepts: global culture, post colonialism, and modernity. Subsequent case studies examine how global economic, political and cultural forces shape the...

War is urbanising. From Mosul to Mumbai, Aleppo to Marawi, the largest and most intense battles of the twenty-first century have taken place in densely populated urban areas. In the Ukraine War, Russian and Ukrainian troops have converged on urban areas, Kyiv, Mariupol, and Bakhmut, to fight brutal attritional sieges. Meanwhile the Battle of Gaza rages.Through a close analysis of recent urban conflicts and their historical antecedents, sociologist Anthony King explores the changing...

Football constitutes a vivid public ritual in contemporary European culture through which emergent social solidarities and new economic networks have come into being. This fascinating and unique volume traces the transformation of European football from the 1950s to the present, focusing in particular on the dramatic changes that have occurred in the last decade and linking them to the wider process of European integration. The examination of football illuminates how the growing dominance ...

Recent years have witnessed a surge in public awareness concerning the impact of world economic forces on cities. In this challenging book, the author argues that though the consciousness is new the phenomena themselves are not. For the past two centuries at least, world economic, political and cultural forces have been major factors shaping cities, patterns of urbanization and the physical and spatial forms of the built environment.Anthony King believes that the historical context...

What if the cure to persistent coughs, chest congestion, and a weakened immune system has been sitting in your kitchen all along? Imagine finding relief not from expensive medications or temporary fixes but from a simple, natural remedy that has stood the test of time.This book unveils a powerful, science-backed, all-natural solution that works to clear your lungs, fight infections, and strengthen your body’s defenses without harmful side effects. Using a unique combination of ever...