To what extent did the Russian revolution of 1917 bring about the changes wanted by the Bolsheviks? Why did many of these changes fail to materialize? How has the Russian heritage adapted to the challenges facing all modernizing societies? What does Russia's past tell us about the present role of the USSR in world affairs?In this collection of essays, which includes new part and chapter introductions, Dr. Black discusses these questions, examining the major issues that shape our un...

Inner Asia - in premodern times the little-known land of nomads and semi-nomads - has moved to the world's front page in the 20th century as the complex struggles for the future of Afghanistan, Soviet Central Asia, Tibet and other territories make clear. But because Inner Asia as a whole is divided among several states politically and among area specialists academically, broad perspectives on recent events are difficult to find. This work treats the region as a single unit, providing both ...

Tale of Ila Ravitch, a girl who works in a lingerie shop and is criticized by her boss for her coldness towards the customers. Ila gradually makes use of her employee discount and flaunts her wardrobe, eventually meeting the great Sir Cyril himself in an erotic encounter you'll never forget.

A mysterious curse from Africa is spreading across the French Riviera. Legends whispered that an accidental use of this ancient curse had unleashed a primal energy, awakening the deepest desires and wildest inhibitions of every French Riviera white buxom females.The St-Tropez style was on full display, with its signature blend of elegance and sophistication. The women's makeup was expertly done, emphasizing their natural beauty with a touch of glamour. Their eyes sparkled with an a...

When homicide detective Jolie Burke awakens to intruders in the dark of night, she’s forced to flee. Jolie’s nobody’s victim, but she cannot fight this faceless enemy alone. She reaches out to Cyril Landry, the ex–Navy SEAL who is long on special-ops skills and short on patience. He suffers no fools—ever. But when Landry rolls into Branch, New Mexico, Jolie is gone, and there’s nothing waiting for him but trouble.As Landry hunts for Jolie, he becomes immersed in a quagmire of corru...

La collection Cabarets de curiosités rassemble des textes, des portfolios et des documents d’artistes autour d’une thématique de la scène théâtrale contemporaine.Ce volume est consacré à l’héritage de la performance dans les arts de la scène et plus spécifiquement aux artistes qui considèrent l’espace du théâtre, le plateau, comme un nouveau lieu d’exposition.Inédit en français de Claire Bishop (extrait de Artificial Hells) ; textes de Boris Charmatz, Pierre Bal Bl...

Rebirth: A History of Europe Since World War II examines the transition of Europe from a period of crisis to an era of political confidence and economic strength. As the title suggests, the pervasive theme of the book is that of rebirth. The most recent decades are set in the context of modern European history as a whole. The authors trace the disillusionment and uncertainty that overcame Europe at the turn of the twentieth century and that culminated in the devastation of the Second World...

One of the few RAF aircrew to play a central part in two of the Second World War's most momentous events, the Battle of Britain and D-Day, Cyril 'Frank' Babbage was a survivor. He wasn't just an immensely skilled pilot; he was also blessed with extraordinary good fortune.Babbage's image shot to national prominence in late-August 1940, briefly becoming the face of 'The Few'. Photographs appeared in the press of him stepping out of a rowing boat on Bognor beach. There he was met by a...

In Equatorial Guinea, enrolled to implement an innovative educational project inside a prison, two beautiful French nympho teachers get heavily gangbanged by inmates.Unsurprisingly, upon their arrival, Cecile and Maelie were greeted with mixed reactions. Some inmates sneered, while others eyed the teachers with lust. Each teacher was assigned a local male assistant, who would help them navigate the complexities of the prison environment and facilitate the first steps in this unfami...

A BBC Radio drama of Stendhal's masterpiece - plus bonus documentaryBoth a sweeping chronicle of 19th Century France and a coming-of-age story of a young, idealistic social climber, The Red and the Black is one of the great works in world literature, and widely considered to be the first psychological novel.It charts the misadventures and romantic escapades of Julien Sorel, a timber miller's son who idolises Napoleon and dreams of military glory. B...

In Senegal, two submissive 'Queen of spades' married teachers turn into slum street walkers, being pimped out by their campus vice President.Suddenly, a rough tap on his shoulder jolted Aliou back to reality. He turned to see a tall, fifty-something Senegalese man smoking a cigar, gold chains adorning his ebony neck and hairy chest spilling out of his wide-open white shirt. Aliou's jaw dropped in awe as he recognized Mr. Diop, his campus vice President."Like what you see ? ...

W. E. B. Du Bois was an American sociologist, socialist, historian and Pan-Africanist civil rights activist. Born in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, Du Bois grew up in a relatively tolerant and integrated community, and after completing graduate work at the University of Berlin and Harvard, where he was the first African American to earn a doctorate, he became a professor of history, sociology, and economics at Atlanta University. Du Bois was one of the founders of the National Associatio...