3310 results for 'knud imperi'

Knud Holscher: Architect and Industrial DesignerA comprehensive overview of the life and work of Knud Holscher, a renowned architect and industrial designer who defied the prevailing aestheticism of...

This collection of essays honours the work of Knud Haakonssen, a leading scholar who has explored the role of natural law in shaping doctrines of obligation and rights. The 13 new essays gathered...

Imperialism After the Neoliberal Turn by Efe Can Gürcan explores how imperialism has evolved in the neoliberal era. This systematic and integrative analysis aims to provide insight into the inner...

Mark's life has been turned upside down just two weeks after his father's passing and as he prepares to marry the woman he loves. Suddenly, he finds himself chosen to be Earth's only super-powered...

Imperial Rule: A Comparative Analysis of 19th-Century Empires This book offers a fresh perspective on the development of empires in the 19th century, examining the methods used to create and maintain...

First published in 1902, Imperialism: A Study is a seminal work by J.A. Hobson that explores the principles and motivations behind imperialist policy.Hobson examines various aspects of imperialism,...

This collection of texts by V.I. Lenin explores the relationship between imperialism and opportunism, arguing that the exploitation of one part of the world by another is a fundamental aspect of...

Imperial Debris On Ruins and Ruination by Ann Laura Stoler explores how imperial power continues to shape our present. This thought-provoking work redirects focus from ruins as evidence of the past...

Imperial Bedrooms In this follow-up to Bret Easton Ellis's debut novel, Imperial Bedrooms reunites the privileged teenagers from his first novel with those who knew them in their youth. Now...

Imperialism and Its Contradictions by Victor Gordon Kiernan is a thought-provoking exploration of modern imperialism and colonialism. This work addresses the complex origins, consequences, and...

The techniques of modern imperialism have evolved from the original Cold War era, but the underlying goal remains the same: to maintain global stability and control through military and economic...

On the 50th Anniversary of Guyana's Independence in 2016, its Government issued a publication that exposed the true nature of Venezuela's ambitions towards Guyana. This booklet reveals the naked face...

Rudyard Kipling's fiction often featured the figure of the foreign-born Briton, known as the "native-born". This study explores why Kipling was drawn to this character and how he used them in his...

The Empire of Nature Hunting, Conservation, and British Imperialism by John M. MacKenzie is a study that assesses the significance of the hunting cult as a major element of the imperial experience in...

British Imperialism by Robert Johnson offers a concise and accessible exploration of the key issues and historiography surrounding British imperialism from the late 18th century to the present. This...

The Fall of Imperial China by Frederic Wakeman Jr. is a comprehensive exploration of the rise and fall of the Chinese empire. From the dawn of its imperial past to its eventual decline, this book...

Imperialism and Global Political Economy by Alex Callinicos is a wide-ranging exploration of the concept of imperialism in the context of global capitalism. The author critically assesses classical...

Curating Empire: Museums and the British Imperial Experience explores the complex roles played by museums in shaping the British imperial experience. This collection of essays examines how curators,...

The Imperial Banner by Nick Brown In 272 AD, the Roman Emperor Aurelian has secured a historic peace treaty with the Persians. As part of this agreement, Faridun's Banner, the revered battle standard...

The resurgence of empire as a tool for acknowledging and understanding the legacy of American imperialism is a timely and thought-provoking topic. In "Model-Minority Imperialism", Victor Bascara...

The New Imperial Histories Reader by Stephen Howe provides a comprehensive overview of the field of imperial history. Recent years have seen a surge in new research and perspectives, which has led to...

Imperial Desire explores the intersection of colonialism and homosexuality in fiction and travel writing from the 17th century to the present. This volume brings together two dynamic fields of...

The formation of imperial identity in the Roman World challenges traditional views by focusing on the ways individuals and groups engaged with ritual practices that shaped their sense of belonging to...

The Emperor's sudden interest in a remote farming colony should have been dismissed as a minor footnote. Instead, it sets off a chain reaction of panic among his advisors. Captain Chase is ordered to...

Imperialism and Popular Culture by John M. MacKenzie and John MacDonald MacKenzie explores how popular culture reflected the dominant ideas of its time, particularly in late nineteenth and early...

Ariella Aïsha Azoulay's Potential History is a powerful call to action against imperialism and its ongoing impact on our world. By examining the institutions that shape our understanding of history,...

The New Imperialism by David Harvey A compelling analysis of the forces behind US foreign policy, exploring the relationship between militarism and domestic politics. Harvey examines the shift from...

Imperial Citizenship: A comparative history of how the idea of imperial citizenship took hold in early twentieth-century Britain and its influence on later imperial developments. This book examines...

Local States in an Imperial World explores the Deccan Sultanates of 16th- and 17th-century central India, challenging traditional views of empire. Focusing on negotiation, flexibility, and plurality,...

Islamic Imperialism: A History by Efraim Karsh explores the complex and often misunderstood history of the Middle East. From the early Arab-Islamic Empire to the Ottoman Empire, which lasted until...

Imperial Spain 1469-1716 by J. H. Elliott is a comprehensive study of the rise and fall of imperial Spain. This masterful analysis explores how a once-barren country became the greatest power in...

The Imperial Trace: Recent Russian Cinema by Nancy Condee explores the enduring legacy of Russia's imperial past in its contemporary culture. Focusing on film as a key area of inquiry, Condee...

Discovering the truth about your life can be devastating. Your family's true nature is revealed when their home is attacked and you're forced to flee for your life. What was meant to be a joyful...

The Imperial Presidency by Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr is a seminal work that explores the growth of presidential power over two centuries, from George Washington to George W. Bush.This influential...

A Concise History of Imperial Russia by Sergey Volkov and Alexander Krishchyunas is a comprehensive exploration of the Russian Empire's history from its geopolitical perspective. The authors examine...

Istanbul: The Imperial City by John Freely is a comprehensive guide to one of the world's most fascinating cities. From its earliest foundation to the present day, this in-depth study explores...

The Imperial Peripheries in the Neo-Assyrian Period offers a fresh perspective on the ancient empire's interactions with its surrounding polities. An international team of archaeologists and...

Charles A. Barone's Marxist Thought on Imperialism Survey and Critique is a comprehensive analysis of the intersection of Marxism and imperialism.First published in 1985, this work provides a...

Ann Leckie's Imperial Radch trilogy is a thought-provoking space opera that explores the complexities of identity and power. This special boxed set contains all three novels, which follow the story...

Imperial Geographies in Byzantine and Ottoman Space offers new insights into the relationship between empire and geography. This collection of essays explores how geographical knowledge was used to...

The Ashgate Research Companion to Modern Imperial Histories by John Marriott provides a comprehensive overview of modern empires from the early sixteenth century to the present. This authoritative...

The Iconography of the Golden Age Myth on Roman Imperial Coinage of the Third Century AD is a comprehensive study of the visual representation of mythological themes in Roman imperial coins from 200...

The Annals of Imperial Rome by Tacitus is a comprehensive history of the Roman Empire during the first century AD, covering the years from shortly before the death of Augustus to the death of Nero in...

Imperial Eyes: Travel Writing and Transculturation by Mary Louise Pratt explores how European travel writing has shaped our understanding of the world. This study examines the role of travel books in...

Animalia: An Anti-Imperial Bestiary for Our Times examines how animals played central roles in the history of British imperial control. From yaks and vultures to whales and platypuses, these...

Great Ideas: Imperialism and the Highest Stage of CapitalismVladimir Lenin's seminal work explores the inherent flaws of capitalism, revealing its inevitable trajectory towards imperialism,...

The CIA: An Imperial History by Hugh Wilford The creation of the CIA in 1947 marked a significant shift in the United States' approach to foreign intelligence and global power. As the US emerged as...

Asia as Method: Toward Deimperialization by Kuan-Hsing Chen is a thought-provoking analysis that reimagines cultural studies as a pressing global endeavor. Chen argues that the intellectual and...

The Imperial Handbook: A Commander's Guide provides an in-depth look at the inner workings of the Imperial Military. Written by a newly promoted Commander, this comprehensive guide offers insight...

Wars of Imperial Conquest in Africa, 1830-1914This path-breaking work investigates the social, economic, and political impact of European colonial wars in Africa on both victors and vanquished.A...

US Imperialism: A Deep Examination of Global Power Dynamics This book offers a comprehensive analysis of US imperialism, exploring its multifaceted nature and far-reaching impact on global economies...

Lady Silver Snow was once destined for a life of luxury and duty within the imperial court. However, fate had other plans, leading her to marry an aging barbarian chief in a bid to restore honor to...

The Ashgate Research Companion to Imperial Germany by Matthew Jefferies provides a comprehensive and authoritative reference resource for scholars and students of German history. This collection...

Reality and consciousness are fundamental questions that have puzzled philosophers for centuries. This thought-provoking collection of short stories explores the nature of existence and reality,...

A Theory of Imperialism by Utsa Patnaik and Prabhat Patnaik presents a new perspective on the origins and mechanics of capitalism. The authors argue that the global North's demand for commodities...

The Bengal Cyclone of 1876 was one of the worst calamities in recorded history. On the night of 31 October, an immense wave from the Bay of Bengal swept away everything in its path, drowning around...

The Face of Imperialism by Michael Parenti explores the expansion of American corporate power and military might globally. This analysis examines the interests served by this global empire, its...

Ancient Assyria was the first world empire in a series that shaped the course of history. This study explores the concept of empire and imperialism through the lens of Assyrian history, focusing on...

Imperial Japan on Screen, 1931-2022 by Bob Herzberg explores how film has portrayed Imperial Japan from its rise as a totalitarian power to recent productions. The book delves into wartime depictions...

Rome remains a significant presence in western culture over a millennium and a half after its dominance ended. This book explores what the Roman Empire meant to its subjects, examining the origins...

The Rise and Fall of English Imperialism By Victor Bulmer-Thomas Hurst, 2023 For centuries, England has imposed its rule over the Hiberno-British Isles, forming an English Empire that was built on...

The Imperial Roman Economy by George Maher offers a fresh perspective on one of history's most fascinating empires. Maher presents a quantified assessment of the Roman economy, challenging...

Londinium burns as Gaius Suetonius Paulinus, newly appointed governor of Roman Britain, is tasked with subduing the last of the Druids in Wales. His mission to earn a profit for the empire takes him...

Imperial Crimea: Estates, Enchantment and the Last of the Romanovs offers a comprehensive account of Russia's Imperial Family and its ties to the Crimea. Drawing on both published works and...

The influence of British imperialism can be seen in almost every corner of the globe. With over 2.6 billion people living in former British colonies, its impact on the world is profound. From the...

Imperial White Race, Diaspora, and the British Empire by Radhika Mohanram explores how British imperial culture shaped colonies and redefined what it means to be British. The book examines literary,...

The Battle for Lepanto: A Complex Conflict. In 1571, the Mediterranean was ablaze with naval warfare as powerful states and governments clashed in a struggle that would shape the course of history...

Zhu Pei's Jingdezhen Imperial Kiln Museum is a testament to the enduring legacy of China's porcelain capital. This museum recalls the city's rich history and extends its significance into the...

The Rise and Fall of Imperial Japan by Stephen Wynn is a concise history of Japan's rise to power and its subsequent downfall. From the Meiji Restoration in 1868, which restored Imperial rule under...

Imperial China, 900-1800 by F. W. Mote is a comprehensive history of China's late imperial period, spanning over 900 years. This seminal work provides a rich synthesis of the era, exploring the...

The memory of empire runs deep in British culture, fueling debates on identity and belonging. In "Imperial Nostalgia", Peter Mitchell explores how the myths that structure our views of empire have...

Empire in Question: A Scholar's Perspective on British Imperialism This collection of essays by historian Antoinette Burton offers a critical examination of modern British history, tracing the...

Anthropology and Antihumanism in Imperial Germany by Andrew Zimmerman explores how the rise of imperialism challenged traditional European humanist scholarship. In 19th-century Germany, anthropology...

Africa and the Victorians: The Official Mind of Imperialism A new edition of a seminal work of history that challenges our understanding of imperialism. This book provides a unique account of the...

The Imperial Discipline: How the Round Table Shaped International Relations This book challenges the conventional origins of the field of International Relations. Instead of emerging from the...

At the turn of the twentieth century, Alexandria, Egypt, was a bustling transimperial port city. Thousands of European subjects lived, worked, and died there. When they died, the machinery of empire...

Imperial Germany and War, 1871-1918 by Daniel J. Hughes and Richard L. DiNardo is a comprehensive account of the German Army from its greatest victory in 1871 to its final collapse in 1918. Written...

British Imperialism in Cyprus, 1878-1915: The Inconsequential PossessionThis study explores the tensions underlying British imperialism in Cyprus, revealing how the island's perceived importance was...

The Lion's Share: A History of British Imperialism 1850 to the Present by Bernard Porter. This comprehensive history of British imperialism offers a fresh perspective on the subject, challenging...

The cultural dynamics of imperialism are explored in this study, which examines the role of sexuality within the British Empire. Established as part of the "Studies in Imperialism" series, it delves...

Johann Gottfried Herder's philosophy of language and history is renowned for its innovative approach to understanding human culture. However, his work also contains a powerful critique of racism,...

Napoleon's Imperial Guard Uniforms and Equipment: The Infantry is a comprehensive study of the uniforms and equipment worn by the infantry of Napoleon's Imperial Guard. The Imperial Guard, formed...

Napoleon's Imperial Guard Organization, Uniforms and Weapons by Gabriele Esposito A detailed analysis of the French Imperial Guard, created by Napoleon I in 1799, is presented in this book. The...

The Imperial Politics of Counterinsurgency in Southern Thailand by Ruth Streicher explores the complex relationships between the Thai military and the Malay-Muslim minority in southern Thailand. This...

Slavophile Empire: Imperial Russia's Illiberal Path explores the complex identity of 20th-century Russia, examining how the country's cultural nationhood was shaped by an antiliberal consensus. Laura...

Imperial Ascent: Masculinity, Mountaineering, and Empire by Peter L. Bayers explores how mountaineering narratives have shaped national identity in the 20th century. A comparative study of seven...

Greek Poetry of the Imperial Period: A Comprehensive Anthology This collection brings together a diverse range of pagan Greek poetic texts from the 1st to 6th centuries AD, offering a unique insight...

Humanitarian Imperialism Using Human Rights to Sell War by Jean Bricmont explores how the concept of human rights has been used as a justification for military intervention and regime change by...

The Frontiers of Imperial Rome by David J. Breeze explores the vast and varied stretches of the Roman Empire's borders, from Scotland to Nubia. This comprehensive survey delves into the frontier...

The German Empire, its structure and legacy, continue to be the subject of lively debate among historians. This collection of essays explores four key themes: the positioning of the Bismarckian...

Imperial Rome AD 193 to 284: A Century of Crisis The Roman Empire faced unprecedented turmoil between 193 and 284, with at least eighteen different rulers holding power for an average of less than...

The Sichuan Frontier and Tibet Imperial Strategy in the Early Qing by Yingcong Dai This study sheds light on the strategic importance of Sichuan during China's last dynasty, the Qing. The region's...

Berlin's capital since 1871, the city was grappling with its rapid transformation and the meaning of its short history. This book critically assesses urban and architectural photographs from Imperial...

Sheldon J. Watts explores the connections between the movement of epidemics and the manifestations of imperial power in this major study of global disease over the last six centuries. The author...

Imperial Island: A History of Empire in Modern Britain by Charlotte Lydia Riley explores how the end of empire and its lasting impact have shaped Britain over the last seventy years. The book reveals...

Imperial China and Its Southern Neighbours by Victor H Mair and Liam Kelley is a comprehensive exploration of the complex relationships between China and its southern neighbours throughout history...

Post-Imperial Possibilities by Jane Burbank and Frederick Cooper explores three large-scale projects that aimed to unite people across different regions in response to imperial legacies of inequality...

The Red Brush: Writing Women of Imperial China By Wilt L. Idema and Beata Grant A comprehensive collection of writings by women in imperial China, offering insights into their lives and experiences...

The New Ideology of Imperialism: Renewing the Moral Imperative by Frank Furedi explores how Western nations justify their intervention in the Third World in the late 20th century. Furedi examines the...

Alexander Etkind's "Internal Colonization: Russia's Imperial Experience" offers a fresh perspective on Russia's cultural history. By exploring how the Russian Empire conquered both foreign...