POLITICS, ECONOMICS & LAW

The Epic Battle of the Ground Zero Responders By William H. Groner and Tom Teicholz

Saga of the epic nine-year legal battle against the City of New York on behalf of the first responders on the Ground Zero cleanup. Their selfless bravery and humanity were rewarded with horrible health issues resulting from the toxic stew of chemicals present in the dust and debris that government officials such as Mayor Rudy Giuliani and EPA chief Christine Todd Whitman had assured them was safe. The result is an intimate look into their battles – physical, mental, and legal – that will leave you cheering for these heroes who, in spite of everything, would do it all again.

The Divergent Fates of Latin America’s New Left Contenders By Brandon Van Dyck

Investigates why parites fail in the context of the contemporary Latin American left. Around the world, established parties are weakening, and new parties are failing to take root. To construct a durable party, elites must invest time and labour, and share power with activists. Because today’s elites have access to party substitutes like mass media, they can win votes without making such sacrifices in time, labour, and autonomy. Van Dyck illustrates this argument through a comparative analysis of four new left parties in Latin America: two that collapsed and two that survived.

Recompense After Repression, 1895–2010 By Ann M. Schneider

Examines amnesties in the aftermath of political persecution in Brazil. Amnesty in Brazil has been both surprisingly democratising and yet stubbornly undemocratic. This book examines restitution in the aftermath of political persecution. It looks at the politics of conciliation over more than a century and reflects on the Brazilian case in the context of broader debates about transitional justice.

Global Politics and the Rise and Fall on Neo-liberalism By Emanuela Fornari (University of Rome, Italy)

Examines the rise and apparent fall of 'neo-liberalism' by analysing today's current climate. Fornari proposes an original concept of post-hegemony that focuses on desire and enjoyment within a Freudian and Lacanian framework, a subject whose drives are incompatible with the systemic grid of contemporary hyper-capitalism. Finally, following a provocative analysis of violence and terrorism in the globalized world, she proposes a paradigm of a "democracy of bodies" as a salvation from the decline of the "political" today.

The Civil Rights Movement, the Black Athlete, and the Quest for Equality By Louis Moore

Examines the history of black activist athletes. By examining the connection between sports, black athletes, and the Civil Rights Movement overall, this book puts the athletes and their stories into the proper context. Rather than romanticising the stories and the men and women who lived them, it uses the roles these individuals played to illuminate the complexities and nuances in the relationship between black athletes and the fight for racial equality.

Political Memoirs of a Romanian Diplomat, 1918–1947 By Alexandru Cretzianu and Edited by Sherman David Spector

This political memoir of Alexandru Cretzianu is a gold mine of information. This book is one of the only memoirs written by a Romanian diplomat; it follows the career of Alexandru Cretzianu, a key Romanian diplomat during the interwar period and World War II, a man that faithfully presents himself as pro-Western, pro-French, pro-British, pro-League of Nations. Essential reading for those interested in Romanian foreign policy during this critical period, as well as in European diplomatic history generally.

A Study in Anglo-Turkish Diplomacy, 1821–1854 By Radu R. Florescu and Kurt W. Treptow

A study of the international significance of the struggle against Russia in the Romanian principalities. The Romanian principalities were at the centre of the conflict between the various empires dominating Southeastern Europe, making them a permanent subject of international diplomacy. With the expansion of Russia in the Balkans during the decline of the Ottoman Empire, the struggle against Russia in the Romanian principalities, supported by Anglo-Turkish diplomacy, took on international significance. Written by a leading specialist on Romanian history in the United States, this book is a significant contribution to nineteenth-century European diplomatic history.

The Trial of Corneliu Zelea Codreanu Edited by Gheorghe Buzatu and Kurt W. Treptow

The transcript of the monumental trial of Corneliu Zelea Codreanu, leader of the Legionary Movement in Romania. The trial of Corneliu Zelea Codreanu marked a critical moment in the history of the country between the two World Wars. It destroyed the last vestiges of democracy and laid the groundwork for the establishment of the royal dictatorship by Carol II. This book presents the transcript of the trial for the first time in English, edited and accompanied by an introduction by two leading specialists on Romanian history.

Historical Premises By C. Sassu

An insight into the historical background of Romanian-Hungarian relations and conflict. Despite their close ties throughout history, Romania and Hungary were in conflict at the beginning of WWII when Romanian territory was rewarded to Hungary. Originally published during these tumultuous times, this book discusses the historical premises of Romanian-Hungarian relations and tries to explain the value of the affirmations made, in the hope that unbiased minds will find it useful and opportune to understand the true elements of this controversy.

The Reflections of a Deliberate Diplomat By Donal Denham

A delightful account of an Irish ambassador's experiences in nine very different postings. In a career spanning 41 years in the Irish diplomatic service, Ambassador Dónal Denham has lived among nine very different societies, spanning three continents. With a focus on funny incidents, happy moments and some achievements for Ireland Inc., Nine Lives is a refreshing and enjoyable read by a diplomat who thoroughly enjoyed his years as Ireland’s envoy.

My Front Row Seat to the Demise of the World’s Greatest Deliberative Body By Ben Nelson

An honest, first-person account of the US Senate by Ben Nelson, former Senator from Nebraska. A clear-eyed look inside the Senate chamber and a brutally honest account of the current political reality. This book is not intended to tell old war stories, but to offer lessons for the future. It is meant to shame the current Senate to do the jobs they were elected to do and to warn Americans about the danger if they don't.

Unfinished Revolution By David Gilbreath Barton

New in paperback published on the 10th anniversary of Havel's death. In this intimate and sweeping portrayal of Havel, David Barton reveals the eccentricities of the last president of Czechoslovakia, and the first president of the Czech Republic. It is the story of a man who tried to resurrect the spirit of democratic life. This is his story and the story of the writers, artists, actors, and philosophers who took it upon themselves to remember a tradition that had failed so miserably it had almost been forgotten.

12 Lessons in Crisis Management By Jonathan McMahon

Applies lessons learned from the Irish bailout to recovery from the Coronavirus pandemic. As a key insider to the Irish bailout, Jonathan McMahon was at the heart of the response, witnessing what it takes to manage a crisis that threatens a nation. Battle-hardened by his experiences at the top of UK financial regulation during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Jonathan's advice on how to deal with crises is invaluable as countries all around the globe grapple with the effects of COVID-19.

Narcissism, Patriarchy, and the Culture of Terrorism By Abigail R. Esman

A ground-breaking book about links between domestic violence, terrorism, and narcissistic personality. In this new approach to understanding terrorism and violence, Esman presents clear explanations of malignant (pathological) narcissism and its roots in shame-honour cultures – both familial and socio-political – through portraits of terrorists and batterers, including Osama bin Laden, Oklahoma bomber Timothy McVeigh, O.J Simpson, and others. The result is a volume that sheds new light on the roots of violence and terrorism, while arguing for proactive ways in which to protect our Western traditions of justice and of freedom.

How Jack, Bobby, and Ted Remade America’s Empire By Lawrence J. Haas

Explores how the Kennedy brothers reshaped America's federation for more than six decades after World War II. This book provides a new look at the Kennedy clan, their relationships with one another, and how those relationships influenced America’s foreign policy. Because the brothers were such influential figures on foreign affairs, Lawrence J. Haas and the brothers' story offers a new window into the rise and fall of America’s post-war empire – from the Cold War consensus from the late 1940s to early 1960s to the futile search for a consistent and effective U.S. global role ever since.