Political control and freedoms Books

This book investigates the relationship between human rights and taxation, exploring how human rights have been impeded or enhanced through tax laws and policies, and what this means for sustainable development in the Global South.

This historical record details the activities of the Committee on Public Information (CPI) during World War I. Established in 1917 by President Woodrow Wilson, the CPI was instrumental in shaping public opinion and garnering support for the war effort...

The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, yet the founding is controversial now in ways it has not been in decades. The American Enterprise Institute offers a major intellectual and educational project to reintroduce Americans...

Visibly Invisible: The Black Women of the Congressional Black Caucus offers a groundbreaking exploration of the systemic barriers faced by Black women in the United States Congress. This incisive study places the experiences of the women of the...

This book considers the core theoretical concepts central to understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, providing a clear view of what machines can achieve and what sets them apart from humans.

For all too obvious reasons, war, empire, and military conflict have become extremely hot topics in the academy. Given the changing nature of war, one of the more promising areas of scholarly investigation has been the development of new theories of war...

This book presents a collection of new and updated essays on what has come to be known as the territorial explanation of war.

This book provides solutions for the removal of barriers to judicial and non-judicial remedy for victims of business related human rights abuses in non-EU states.

The Act of Service: Your Guide to Public Roles and Becoming Influential in the UK is a practical, empowering, and inspirational guide for anyone seeking to build a meaningful career in public service and civic leadership.Drawing on over 25 years of...

Lemmata for the Governance of AGI Societies: Balancing Human Values and IntelligentAutonomy"Lemmata for the Governance of AGI Societies: Balancing Human Values and Intelligent Autonomy"is a comprehensive exploration of the philosophical, ethical, and...

This textbook provides students with a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the subject of security studies, with a strong emphasis on the use of case studies. This 3rd edition has been revised and updated for recent developments, with new...

International nimmt die politische Bedeutung von Normen in Rhetorik und Praxis stetig zu, womit auch die Etablierung der Normenforschung innerhalb der Internationalen Beziehungen korrespondiert. Das Lehrbuch führt daher sowohl in die Funktion...

In an era of depressed civic engagement, where access to the media by common citizens is limited, blogs have the power to change the political landscape. This book catalogs the individuals engaged in political blogging, explains why they started...

While acknowledging the challenges associated with the promotion of human rights in an environment of uncertainty, political fragility, lawlessness and deprivation, Lahai sheds light on the engagement of the people of Sierra Leone with a variety of...

This volume investigates the perception of threat, with particular regard to the roles, functions, and agencies of various types of media.

Les crimes allemands d'après des témoignages allemands, published in 1916, presents a compilation of accounts and testimonies documenting alleged German war crimes during World War I. Authored by Joseph Bédier, this work reflects the...

"The Action and Reaction Between Churches and the Civil Government" is a lecture delivered by Francis William Newman at South-Place Chapel, Finsbury, on May 20, 1860. Newman, a prominent intellectual of his time, explores the complex relationship between...

In "Woman's Rights and Duties Considered," a female author (identified only as "By a Woman") offers her perspective on the role of women in 19th-century society. The book delves into the rights and responsibilities of women, exploring their influence...

Examines the challenges and opportunities faced by Dalits in modern India.The past decade has seen a surge in Dalit studies, offering key theoretical insights into the study of marginalized groups. This collection of essays focuses on Dalit struggles for...

In one of his few moments of sincerity, the late leader of the Socialist Party of Venezuela, Aristóbulo Istúriz, recognized that if the regime of the lieutenant colonel (retired) eliminated exchange control, the source of the Boli bourgeoisie would be...

This book explores the governance of smart cities from a holistic approach, arguing that the creation of smart cities must consider the specific the circumstances of each country to improve the preservation, revitalisation, liveability, and...

This book exposes the human rights violations against migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea, critiques the inadequate European legal responses, and strongly advocates for the development of a framework for operationalising the protection of...

This pioneering collection addresses the prospective fundamental/human right not to use the internet and the challenges that the non-use of the internet poses for democracy.

What is the Jacksonian Democracy and how does it differ to the Democracy left by the Greeks? Let's talk about the life and times of US President Andrew Jackson in this biography book for children. This book discusses his early years, military career,...

Let's talk about the president who bought Louisiana - Thomas Jefferson. What was his life prior to being president? How did his life change during his early years in office? Next, read about the significance of the Louisiana Purchase. There is much to be...

Becoming a US citizen is no walk in the park. It comes with responsibilities that you are expected to do and/or follow. But what are these responsibilities? What are your roles? What are your rights as laid out in the Bill of Rights? Do you have to wait...

Do you understand what it means to be a citizen of your country? In this book, you will understand the legal and moral principles of your citizenship. It also discusses your rights and responsibilities as a citizen of both your state and the US. Be aware...

El libro proporciona un análisis bien informado y equilibrado con las razones que respaldan la transformación radical que ha experimentado la relación UE-Cuba en el siglo XXI, incluyendo los cambios realizados en Cuba desde el año 2008.

In the first work of its kind, Incorporation of the Bill of Rights provides a detailed account of the Supreme Court's application of federal rights to the state level.

Western societies are immersed in debates about immigration and  illegality. This book examines these processes and outlines how the figure of the "crimmigrant other" has emerged not only as a central object of media and political discourse,...

This book uncovers in secular rights pioneer Hugo Grotius a rights theory that points toward the enlargement of individual responsibility.

"Ban This Book Now!: The Politics and Power of Book Bans" starts with a cheeky, sarcastic introduction that might have you chuckling, but the humor quickly gives way to a compelling investigation into a serious issue - book banning. This incisive...

This book critically examines the intersection of religion, public health and human security in Nigeria. Focusing on Christianity, Islam, traditional religions and "intra-religious" doctrinal divergencies, the book explores the impact faith has on...

This book investigates the politicisation and framing of immigration in the media and political arena in Central Europe, examining two countries - Czechia and Slovakia - in the period surrounding the "European migrant crisis". Following years of...

Since 9/11 ideas of security have focused in part on the development of ungovernable spaces. Important debates are now being had over the nature, impacts, and outcomes of the numerous policy statements made by northern governments, NGOs, and...

This book addresses the challenges of international intervention in violent conflicts and its impact on groups in conflict.When the international community intervenes in a violent internal conflict, intervening powers may harden divisions, constructing...