The EU’s single currency crisis and the ensuing human costs have led to Europe’s biggest disaster since 1945. This book examines each of its stages and the political and social impact, and reveals the longer-term origins of the crisis, particularly the failure of elites to promote a genuine European partnership grounded in democratic values and a desire to co-exist with a national outlook.The author defends an orderly retreat from the existing model of monetary union, arguing that ...

At the end of the Cold War, the Balkan states of South East Europe were in crisis. They had emerged from two decades of hardline communism with their economies in disarray and authoritarian leaders poised to whip up nationalist feelings so as to cling on to power. The break up of Yugoslavia followed in 1991 along with prolonged instability in Romania, Bulgaria and Albania. The Balkans After The Cold War analyzes these turbulent events, which led to violence on a scale not seen in ...

Join Tom on his adventures where you will hear about his dealings with his first sociopath and his ramblings about social media and gay dating apps. A journey of magic and wonder where he comes across his first Warlock the greatest emapth in the world and the most powerful Warlock. There is betrayal, complaining, despair, hope, new friends, and some good humor in parts. Question answered such as who create the world? Why are we here? What is the truth about Karma? Join Tom on this magical ...

The chronic instability in the Balkan States of South East Europe has prevented the end of the Cold War becoming an era of genuine peace in Europe. Against a background of competing nationalisms, economic decline, the resilience of authoritarianism, it is easy to forget that there have been experiments with democracy have taken place since 1990 with relative success. Now, for the first time, the region is genuinely engaging with open politics; its outcome will determine whether the Balkans...

“Patriot Journey: Love of Country, Love of State” is an inspiring adventure that teaches children the true meaning of patriotism. Guided by Professor Charles Constitution and the Patriot Children, readers embark on a journey to all 50 U.S. state capitals and iconic landmarks.This beautifully illustrated book inspires young learners to:• Discover: Explore the unique history, culture, and contributions of each state....

Sunny, a United States mailman, often visits Myla's house to collect and deliver her mail.Myla is a young girl who loves to write letters and collect stamps. She writes exceptionally well, and is ready to record her favorite experiences through her letters. She receives an invitation from her grandparents to come on a weekend. They go on a boat ride, and view the West Quoddy Head Lighthouse from the sea. Grandfather has even brought a n...

There is a lot that our U.S. biology and history books haven't told us. COMING FULL CIRCLE (CFC): How Americans Finally Got Things Right! is an eco-novel series (in 3 books) that sets the record straight.On a geologic timescale, we are accelerating toward our own oblivion at laser-focused warp speed. Right now—every day—the world is adding more layers of atmospheric pollution and species disintegration to the enveloping shroud that may eventually ...

RaxFifteen years to life is a long time to be sentenced to prison, even if I do deserve it. As the Enforcer of my MC, I had to do some things that would give most people nightmares. I'm prepared to do my time, waiting for my lawyer to appeal my sentence. But when an opportunity presents itself to escape, I take it. I'm on my way back to my clubhouse in Tennessee when I get stuck in a small Missouri town. I have to kidnap the small-town mechanic to aid in my escape,...

How may we focus on what is important to us? How can we avoid technology overload? Why do certain things grab our attention and not others? With so many things now demanding our attention — emails, cell phones, text messages — many of us are overwhelmed by a plethora of distractions. Our lives may be described as the sum of what we focus on.

It all comes down to this.Mari Marcosa's family—the three men who are her very world—is back together.She won’t let anything tear them apart. Not again.May God have mercy on her enemies.Because she won’t.

Books 1-3 of the Oil Kings series. A widowed oil tycoon with four adult kids learns each son needs to marry before they get the oil trust money their mother left them, and they're running out of time.King's CrownI've made a promise to myself—no more women. It’s not like I’m a love ’em and leave ’em kind of guy. They all know the score, and they’re all looking for the same thing I am. But I have to set a better example for my grown sons, who seem to be makin...

Mari Marcosa may be head of her family’s mafia empire, but the new enemy hiding in the shadows is determined to destroy her—piece by piece.She has no idea who she can trust.Until three men become the very foundation of her survival.Greyson: Her best friend, her second-in-command, her savior. The one she always needed but couldn’t have.Dominic: Her new underboss with molten eyes and a smile made for war. He brings out a gentl...