Magnetic Mountain: Stalinism as a Civilization (Kotkin Stephen)(Paperback)

Magnetic Mountain: Stalinism as a Civilization (Kotkin Stephen)(Paperback)

This study is the first of its kind: a street-level inside account of what Stalinism meant to the masses of ordinary people who lived it. Stephen Kotkin was the first American in 45 years to be allowed into Magnitogorsk, a city built in response to Stalin's decision to transform the predominantly

Magnetická hora - Stalinismus jako civilizace - Stephen Kotkin

Kotkinovy dějiny Magnitogorsku jsou monstrózní mikrohistorickou sondou do stalinské každodennosti. V polovině dvacátých let se kolem Magnetické hory rozkládala pustá step. O pár let později tu již stálo gigantické průmyslové centrum pulzující životem. Jak se to mohlo stát?

Armageddon Averted: The Soviet Collapse, 1970-2000 (Kotkin Stephen)(Paperback)

Stalin: Paradoxes of Power, 1878-1928 (Kotkin Stephen)(Paperback)

A magnificent new biography that revolutionizes our understanding of Stalin and his world The product of a decade of intrepid research, Stalin is a landmark achievement. Stephen Kotkin offers a biography that, at long last, is equal to this shrewd, sociopathic, charismatic dictator in all his

The History of Civilization in Europe (Guizot Franois)(Paperback)

Originally given as a series of lectures at the Sorbonne, Fran ois Guizot's History of Civilization in Europe was published to great acclaim in 1828 and is now regarded as a classic in modern historical research. History was particularly influential on Karl Marx, John Stuart Mill, and Alexis de

Brief Guide to Classical Civilization (Kershaw Dr Stephen P.)(Paperback / softback)

An accessible and comprehensive introduction to Classical history, myth and the ancient

WJEC Mathematics for AS Level: Pure (Doyle Stephen)(Paperback / softback)

Endorsed by WJEC and written by bestselling author Stephen Doyle, the WJEC Mathematics for AS Level- Pure student book will support and motivate you throughout the course and help you thoroughly prepare for your

WJEC Mathematics for AS Level: Applied (Doyle Stephen)(Paperback / softback)

Endorsed by WJEC, and written by bestselling author Stephen Doyle, the WJEC Mathematics for AS Level- Applied student book will support and motivate you throughout the course and help you thoroughly prepare for your

Icarus (Wing Adam)(Paperback)

A myth as old as civilization. The boy who donned wax wings and flew too close to the sun. Follow the tale of Icarus. And that of the father who tried to save him ... but brought his life to an end.You will come to love him. Then you will watch him fall. Live the tragic story as you never imagined

Stalin, Vol. II - Waiting for Hitler, 1929-1941 (Kotkin Stephen)(Paperback / softback)

Well before 1929, Stalin had achieved dictatorial power over the Soviet empire, but now he decided that the largest peasant economy in the world would be transformed into socialist modernity, whatever it took. What it took, and what Stalin managed to force through, transformed the country and its

The Foreigner: Previously Published as the Chinaman (Leather Stephen)(Paperback)

Animals as Gods: Shapeshifting Through Animistic Witchcraft (Wolf Lady)(Paperback)

Since the beginning of civilization animals have been looked to as guides, teachers and mentors. Their abilities, and teachings, have inspired the union of many Gods and Goddesses who share similar abilities and teachings. From start to finish readers will gain understanding of what shapeshifting

European Universalism: The Rhetoric of Power (Wallerstein Immanuel)(Paperback)

How ideas such as civilization and progress have been used as a smoke screen for Western dominance, by the world-renowned sociologist Ever since the Enlightenment, Western intervention around the world has been justified by appeals to notions of civilization, development, and progress. The

The Long Walk (King Stephen)(Paperback)

In this #1 national bestseller, 'master storyteller' (Houston Chronicle) Stephen King, writing as Richard Bachman, tells the tale of the contestants of a grueling walking competition where there can only be one winner--the one that survives. In the near future, when America has become a police

International Relations Theory (McGlinchey Stephen)(Paperback)

This book is designed as a foundational entry point to International Relations theory. As a beginner's guide, it has been structured to condense the most important information into the smallest space and present that information in the most accessible manner.The first half of the book covers the

Carrie (King Stephen)(Paperback)

Stephen King's legendary debut, the bestselling smash hit that put him on the map as one of America's favorite writers 'Gory and horrifying. . . . You can't put it down.' --Chicago Tribune Unpopular at school and subjected to her mother's religious fanaticism at home, Carrie White does not have

Stephen (Watkins Carl)(Paperback)

Known as 'the anarchy', the reign of Stephen (1135-1141) saw England plunged into a civil war that illuminated the fatal flaw in the powerful Norman monarchy, that without clear rules ordering succession, conflict between members of William the Conqueror's family were inevitable. But there was

Roadwork (King Stephen)(Paperback)

Only Stephen King, writing as Richard Bachman, can imagine the horror of a good and angry man who fights back against bureaucracy when it threatens to destroy his vitality, home, and memories. 'Under any name King mesmerizes the reader' (Chicago Sun-Times).'I listened to myself. But people talk a

Lost to the West: The Forgotten Byzantine Empire That Rescued Western Civilization (Brownworth Lars)(Paperback)

Filled with unforgettable stories of emperors, generals, and religious patriarchs, as well as fascinating glimpses into the life of the ordinary citizen, Lost to the West reveals how much we owe to the Byzantine Empire that was the equal of any in its achievements, appetites, and enduring legacy

Cormorant (Gregory Stephen)(Paperback / softback)

When a young family inherit a remote mountain-side cottage in north Wales, giving them the chance to change the course of their lives and start over, the one condition of the will seems strange but harmless. They are to care for a cormorant until the end of its

Magnetism in Condensed Matter (Blundell Stephen)(Paperback)

The superb book describes the modern theory of the magnetic properties of solids. Starting from fundamental principles, this copiously illustrated volume outlines the theory of magnetic behaviour, describes experimental techniques, and discusses current research topics. The book is intended for

Dead Zone (King Stephen)(Paperback / softback)

2017 Stephen King's fan-favourite thriller will be making a splash as it will be available in audio for the first time read by Acadamy Award nominee James Franco

Queer Theory and Brokeback Mountain (Tinkcom Matthew)(Paperback)

Queer Theory and Brokeback Mountain examines queer theory as it has emerged in the past three decades and discusses how Brokeback Mountain can be understood through the terms of this field of scholarship and activism. Organized into two parts, in the first half the author discusses key canonical

Wicked: A New Musical (Schwartz Stephen)(Paperback)

(Piano Solo Selections). Solo arrangements of ten tunes from this beloved Broadway smash: As Long as You're Mine * Dancing Through Life * Defying Gravity * For Good * I'm Not That Girl * No One Mourns the Wicked * Popular * What Is This Feeling? * The Wizard and I *