10002 results for 'Governance, It'

The Mobilization of the United States in World War II: How the Government, Military and Industry Prepared for War This book examines the pivotal moment when the US shifted from an isolationist stance...

Rethinking World Bank Influence: Governance Reforms and the Ritual Aid Dance in Indonesia This book provides an answer to the question of why international development organizations struggle to...

Develop your knowledge of the UK's political system with this comprehensive guide. Written by Nick Gallop, this book provides an in-depth exploration of politics and government in the UK.Designed to...

Republics of Difference examines fifteenth-century Seville and sixteenth- and seventeenth-century Lima to show how religiously- and racially-based self-governance functioned in the Spanish Atlantic...

Balancing Environmental, Social, and Governance Goals: A Guide for Organizations Walid R. Alameddin provides a comprehensive approach to setting sustainability goals for organizations, highlighting...

Build a data-driven culture from the ground up with this practical guide to designing effective data governance. With six steps to build a cross-functional strategy, you'll learn how to create...

Exploring the complex web of influences behind ministerial promotion in British Government, this book delves into the world of politics and power. Through interviews with key figures and...

Top Secret Alien Abduction Files: What the Government Doesn't Want You to Know by Nick Redfern explores a lesser-known aspect of the alien abduction controversy. Decades of reports have described...

The Muslim Question and Russian Imperial Governance by Elena I. Campbell A complex set of ideas and concerns shaped Russia's approach to its diverse Muslim population from the Crimean War onwards...

Governing Ethnic Conflict: Consociation, Identity and the Price of Peace by Andrew Finlay offers a thought-provoking analysis of an emerging technology of peace. Since the end of the Cold War,...

Racial Cities: Governance and the Segregation of Romani People in Urban Europe by Giovanni Picker explores how racial logic has shaped the segregation of "Gypsy urban areas" in Europe since World War...

A wife's quest for truth and justice after her husband's disappearance in secret war. On May 18, 1965, David L. Hrdlicka was shot down over Laos, leaving behind a family with no answers. Carol...

The War on Crime: How the US Transformed its Governance Model. In the 1960s, declining confidence in expert-guided government policies led to a search for new models of governance. The War on Crime...

Dependency-Oriented Thinking: Volume 2 - Governance and Management by Ganesh Prasad This book offers a fresh approach to Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), providing a lightweight yet rigorous...

Corporate Governance Adrift: A Critique of Shareholder Value challenges the fundamental principles of capitalism. Michel Aglietta and Antoine Rebérioux argue that companies should be managed as...

This book tells the story of Sure Start, one of the flagship programmes of the last government. It explores how Sure Start was set up and the numerous changes it underwent, and how these changes have...

Governing Through Regulation: Public Policy, Regulation and the Law explores the evolution of regulation in modern liberal Western capitalist societies over the past forty years. This book examines...

The Tiananmen Square Massacre: A History and Legacy of the Chinese Government's Crackdown on the 1989 Protests On June 5, 1989, a dramatic confrontation unfolded in Beijing as tanks rolled into...

Top Secret/Majic Operation Majestic-12 and the United States Government's UFO Cover-Up by Stanton T. Friedman is a groundbreaking investigation into one of the most enduring mysteries of the 20th...

Living with Digital Surveillance in China: Citizens' Narratives on Technology, Privacy, and Governance Ariane Ollier-Malaterre explores how Chinese citizens make sense of digital surveillance and...

The US Government's Secret Plan to Save Itself--While the Rest of Us Die The US government has been developing secret Doomsday strategies to protect itself for over sixty years. This fascinating...

The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA, and the Rise of America's Secret Government A gripping and disturbing expose of American power, The Devil's Chessboard reveals the dark underbelly of...

Global Justice and Climate Governance: Bridging Theory and Practice By Alix Dietzel This book evaluates the global response to climate change from a cosmopolitan justice perspective, providing fresh...

Big Data and Analytics Applications in Government: Expanding its Reach for Better Performance. This book explores how big data analytics (BDA) can be effectively used within government organizations...

The Rule of Racialization: Class, Identity, Governance This book offers a new perspective on the history of class formation in the United States, exploring how race and social relations have shaped...

State Secrets: A Documentation of the Secret Revolutionary Mainspring Governing Anglo-American Politics by Léon de Poncins. This 2015 publication presents shocking evidence of the Zionist grip on...

Gender diversity in European sport governance is a pressing issue, with women occupying only 14% of decision-making positions in sport organizations. This comprehensive and comparative study explores...

Sports betting has become a truly global phenomenon, facilitated by new communication technologies. As a result, the development of deviances, from match-fixing to money laundering, has accelerated...

Underwater and Underground Bases: A Government Secret Exposed Dr. Richard Sauder's latest book reveals shocking evidence of the government's hidden underwater and underground bases. Official...

Global Governance and Transnationalizing Capitalist Hegemony: The Myth of the 'Emerging Powers' by Ian Taylor explores the idea that emerging economies are reframing the rules of global governance...

Governance Entrepreneurs: International Organizations and the Rise of Global Public-Private Partnerships Global partnerships have transformed international institutions by creating platforms for...

Global Debt Dynamics Crises, Lessons, Governance by Andreas Antoniades and Ugo Panizza explores the intensification of debt crises across the globe, bringing together several recent but underexplored...

Develop your understanding of US Government and Politics with this comprehensive write-in workbook. Targeting each Assessment Objective, it features practice questions to help you consolidate your...

Public Governance as Co-creation: A Strategy for Revitalizing the Public Sector and Rejuvenating Democracy by Christopher Ansell and Jacob Torfing. In an era of complex societal challenges, public...

Lively Capital: Exploring the Intersection of Biotechnology and Global Markets This collection of essays addresses the complex relationships between biotechnology, ethics, governance, and markets. It...

Civil Society in an Age of Uncertainty: Institutions, Governance and Existential ChallengesThis book explores how the uncertainties of the 21st century pose significant challenges to civil society,...

Boards That Make a Difference: A New Design for Leadership in Nonprofit and Public Organizations by John Carver provides a fresh approach to governance, debunking entrenched beliefs and habits that...

A comprehensive guide to the US government, stripping away the jargon to reveal the inner workings of the country's politics. American Government 101 takes a hands-on approach, presenting a wealth of...

Geoengineering Our Climate? Ethics, Politics, and Governance by Jason J. Blackstock and Sean Low explores the complex issues surrounding large-scale technological interventions in the Earth's climate...

The American Lie: Government by the People and Other Political Fables by Benjamin Ginsberg explores the nature of politics in the United States. Ginsberg argues that much of what is seen in the...

A shocking exposé reveals the potential for nuclear terrorism on U.S. soil, based on intelligence findings from the US, Israel, Pakistan, and the UK. Paul L. Williams argues that tactical nuclear...

The Hall Book of Grantham, 1662-1704 provides a detailed account of Borough Governance in Restoration Grantham. This volume explores the town's charters and rights, which were confirmed and extended...

Fight the Powers: What the Bible Says About the Relationship Between Spiritual Forces and Human GovernmentsCody Cook explores the connections between political power and spiritual forces, examining...

Refugee Resettlement Power, Politics, and Humanitarian Governance explores the complex relationships between refugees' needs and state practices in resettling countries. Drawing on contributions from...

Judicial Self-Governance in the New Millennium: An Institutional and Policy Framework by Tim Bunjevac provides a comprehensive framework for examining court-service models of judicial councils,...

Understanding the complex intersection of artificial intelligence and international law is crucial for navigating the evolving AI landscape. This comprehensive guide explores pragmatic approaches to...

The New Economics for Industry, Government, Education (3rd edition) by W. Edwards Deming In this new edition of his seminal work, W. Edwards Deming outlines the system of transformation that...

The Bank of England and the Government Debt Operations in the Gilt-Edged Market, 1928-1972 by William A. Allen This book provides a detailed account of the Bank of England's activities in the...

Lies and Falsehoods: The Morrison Government and the New Culture of DeceitBy Bernard Keane, this book examines how politicians use deception to shape public discourse. It explores the consequences of...

Britain's Experiment in Small Government: A Story of Economic Change. In the 19th century, as Britain rose to prominence in Europe, policymakers embarked on an experiment with limited government. By...

CIMA Certificate Passcards: Fundamentals of Ethics, Corporate Governance & Business Law (Certificate BA4) A convenient revision tool for students, these A6 passcards are designed to be carried and...

The Oil Business and the State: National Energy Companies and Government Ownership by Øystein Noreng explores the practice of state ownership in the oil industry, a capital-intensive sector with high...

Margaret Hodge's account of her five-year tenure as Chair of the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee is a scathing critique of corporate malfeasance and government waste. With unflinching...

The true story of the women who took on the US government to bring their husbands home from Vietnam is one of remarkable courage and determination. In 1973, 115 American servicemen were released from...

The Pearson Edexcel A-Level Politics 1 UK Government and Politics textbook provides comprehensive support for students studying the subject. With practice questions targeting each Assessment...

The Government of Self and Others: Lectures at the College de France, 1982-1983Michel Foucault's lectures on the relationship between individual freedom and the state, delivered at the College de...

Inside Accounts: Volume I - The Irish Government and Peace in Northern Ireland, from Sunningdale to the Good Friday Agreement by Graham Spencer. This authoritative account provides a compelling...

Global Financial Networked Governance explores how government networks harness public reputation to enforce compliance among their members. This analysis focuses on the Financial Stability Board...

The First Congress: How James Madison, George Washington, and a Group of Extraordinary Men Invented the Government by Fergus M. Bordewich. In February 1789, the United States was still in its...

Islamic Macroeconomics A Model for Efficient Government, Stability and Full Employment by Raja Almarzoqi, Walid Mansour, and Noureddine Krichene offers a unique approach to economic growth and...

Forming a New Government by Stephanie Paris is an engaging nonfiction reader that explores a pivotal period in American history. Students will learn about the Constitution of the United States and...

Digital Contact Tracing for Pandemic Response: Ethics and Governance GuidanceNations are racing to develop effective contact-tracing strategies as they respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. To augment...

The Government of No One: A Study of Anarchism's History and Theory. Anarchism is often misunderstood as meaning chaos and disorder, but in reality, it's a complex philosophical movement with...

This comprehensive guide explores an innovative approach to transforming public-sector organizations. By focusing on front-line-driven improvement, managers can unlock efficiency and effectiveness in...

The creation of the National Assembly for Wales has significantly altered the country's democratic landscape. This book examines whether devolution will lead to a better democracy for Wales,...

The Government of Life: Foucault, Biopolitics, and Neoliberalism An international group of scholars examines Michel Foucault's ideas on biopower, biopolitics, and governmentality in this collection...

The Brainphone Prophecy: A Warning About Merging Humans and Technology By Scott Snair, Ph.D. A new phase of human existence is emerging, one in which people are merged with technology that alters...

Forest Conservation and Sustainability in Indonesia: A Political Economy Study of International Governance Failure by Bernice Maxton-Lee. Deforestation in Indonesia remains a persistent issue,...

A comprehensive history of false flags, state secrets and government deceptions in the modern era. John Hamilton's book examines over 70 investigations into major events such as 9/11, JFK, CIA...

Punishing the Poor: The Neoliberal Government of Social Insecurity by Loïc WacquantThis book examines the relationship between penal policy and social insecurity in the United States, tracing the...

A comedy of manners that remains biting and relevant today. In this masterpiece by Nikolai Gogol, corruption is rife in a small town, where the Mayor and his cronies have got away with it all. But...

Governing by Fake News: 30 Years of Deception in Western PoliticsThis thought-provoking analysis examines how fake news has shaped Western foreign policy over the past thirty years. A former agent of...

Living by the Gun in Chad: A Study of Combatants and State Formation. This book explores how people live in a country marked by decades of rebellion, state-organised repression, and routine forms of...

Witness to Roswell, 75th Anniversary Edition Unmasking the Government's Biggest Cover-Up For over 70 years, the story of the 1947 Roswell UFO incident has been shrouded in mystery, with government...

Government and Politics of the Contemporary Middle East: A Comprehensive Introduction This new edition of a leading textbook for students of Middle Eastern politics provides a highly relevant and...

The Ethics of "Geoengineering" the Global Climate Justice, Legitimacy and Governance by Stephen M. Gardiner, Catriona McKinnon, and Augustin Fragnière. As the world grapples with the challenges of...

The Cannabis Business provides a comprehensive professional legal overview of the American cannabis industry. This guide offers actionable guidance on the key business and legal issues faced by...

Exploring the key principles of effective clinical governance in mental health services, this book provides a comprehensive guide to learning about guidelines and evaluation methods.The editors focus...

The Trump Presidency and American Politics explores how Donald Trump's presidency has disrupted patterns of presidential governance. This analysis considers whether Trump represents a disruption in...

The World Economic Forum: A Multi-stakeholder Approach to Global GovernanceThis book explores the complexities and controversies surrounding the World Economic Forum, one of the most influential yet...

Hardcover: 131 pages (2019 edition) This book critically examines the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their implementation. Adopted by the United Nations in 2015, the SDGs represent a global...

Azure Arc Systems Management Governance and Administration of Multi-cloud and Hybrid IT Estates This book is designed for enterprise architects, systems integrators, and anyone managing large-scale...

The Power of ESG Investing by Robert Buckley offers a clear and actionable framework for making responsible and sustainable investment decisions. This book provides a comprehensive guide to...

The Liberal Peacebuilding and Global Governance Beyond the Metropolis challenges conventional approaches to peacebuilding in postconflict settings. This book critiques orthodox methods, arguing that...

The Governance of Privacy Policy Instruments in Global Perspective by Colin J. Bennett and Charles D. Raab offers a comprehensive analysis of privacy protection policy in contemporary advanced...

Gogol's Petersburg Tales offers a unique glimpse into the complexities of Russian society in 19th-century St Petersburg. These three interconnected tales reveal a city where the façade of elegance...

Real Governance and Practical Norms in Sub-Saharan Africa: The Game of the Rules This book explores how state policies and legal norms are translated into practical norms that shape real governance...

The Social Order of the Underworld: How Prison Gangs Govern the American Penal System by David Skarbek. Prison gangs are often seen as chaotic and violent, but in reality, they create order in the...

Action Research for Climate Change Adaptation: Developing and Applying Knowledge for Governance This book explores how action-oriented research methods can be used to address climate change...

The Consulting Trap: How Professional Service Firms Hook Governments and Undermine Democracy By Chris Hurl and Leah B. Werner Fernwood Publishing, 2024 This book examines the growing influence of...

Corruption and the Management of Public Safety: The Governance of Technological Systems explores how graft undermines public safety and confidence in institutions. Through international case studies,...

Understanding Mega Free Trade Agreements: The Political and Economic Governance of New Cross-Regionalism by Valérie Peyronel is a comprehensive analysis of contemporary international political...

The US Government's Search for Alien Life Here-and Out There by Garrett M. Graff is a deeply reported and researched history that tells the full story of our national obsession with UFOs. From 1947,...

Life is governed by natural laws that shape our world. Understanding these laws can help us make sense of life and work with it, rather than against it. This book offers guidance on how to apply this...

Mark Duffield's influential book explores how war has become intertwined with development discourse. Originally published in 2001, this work remains relevant today, shedding light on the consequences...

The Life of Captain Cipriani is a seminal work by Trinidadian writer and historian C. L. R. James, first published in 1932. This early full-length nonfiction work is based on interviews with Arthur...

Power/Knowledge/Land explores how knowledge and power intersect in the governance of land in Africa. Since the 2008 outcry over the "global land grab", international development circles have...

The Art of Not Being Governed: An Anarchist History of Upland Southeast Asia For two thousand years, the people of Zomia have lived in a region the size of Europe, surrounded by states that have...

The Evolutionary Governance of China's State-Society Relations Under Authoritarianism By Sijian Xu, Kellee S. Tsai and Chun-chih Chang Harvard University Asia Center, 2021 This book examines the...

Pork Barrel Politics: How Government Spending Determines Elections in a Polarized EraAndrew H. Sidman explores how political polarization affects the electoral influence of district-level federal...