Erving Goffman changed how we see everyday life. This authoritative biography traces the making of a thinker whose dramaturgical lens—front stage and backstage, impression management, face-work—recast ordinary encounters as social performances.From small‑town Canada to the Shetland Islands and the lecture halls of post‑war America, Erving Goffman: Observing the Unobserved in Modern Society follows the experiences that shaped Goffman's distinctive observational meth...

Why does Hans Morgenthau remain one of the most cited and debated thinkers in international relations? Why do concepts such as national interest, balance of power, strategic restraint, and political realism continue to dominate discussions of global affairs?Hans Morgenthau and the Dynamics of Global Power provides a comprehensive introduction to the life, ideas, and enduring legacy of the founder of classical political realism. Moving beyond simplistic portrayals o...

A sweeping and authoritative historical narrative, Caravans of Faith: Islam's 1,300-Year Journey Across the Sahel offers readers a profound look at the intersection of religion, commerce, and statecraft in West Africa. Edited by Hichem Karoui and the GEW Social Sciences Group, this book explores how the Sahel—the vast ecological corridor between the Sahara Desert and the African savannah—became a vibrant crucible of Islamic civilization.The narrative reveals how Islam was ...

In Architects of Light, Hichem Karoui and the GEW Social Sciences Group present a powerful reinterpretation of Islamic civilisation through the lens of Persian influence. This book reveals how the encounter between Arab and Persian worlds produced one of the most dynamic and enduring civilisations in human history.Rather than portraying history as a sequence of conquests, the author highlights processes of integration, adaptation, and creativity. Persian administrators, sc...

The Silk Road is commonly conceptualised as a system of ancient trade routes – but what was it that enabled it to work as a system?In The Impact of Islam on the Silk Road, the readers are encouraged to view this extensive network from a different perspective. This book does not just consider goods or geography, but rather it reveals the institutional revolution that changed the long-distance trade in Eurasia.During the period between the 7th and 14...

Why is Tunisia the Arab world's most unified nation? The answer lies in its exceptional history.The Tunisian Exception takes readers on a sweeping journey through three thousand years of Tunisian history to answer one of the most pressing questions in Middle Eastern and North African studies: How did Tunisia develop such remarkable national cohesion when surrounding nations struggle with sectarianism, tribalism, and fragmentation?A Story Th...

Why does Hans Morgenthau remain one of the most cited and debated thinkers in international relations? Why do concepts such as national interest, balance of power, strategic restraint, and political realism continue to dominate discussions of global affairs?Hans Morgenthau and the Dynamics of Global Power provides a comprehensive introduction to the life, ideas, and enduring legacy of the founder of classical political realism. Moving beyond simplistic portrayals o...

Talcott Parsons and the Quest for Social SystemTalcott Parsons stands among the most significant architects of modern sociology. His ambitious attempt to understand how societies maintain stability, transmit values, and coordinate human action influenced generations of scholars and transformed the discipline.This book offers an accessible yet scholarly examination of Parsons's intellectual journey. Beginning with his formative years and educational experien...

The Shiʿi Mirror: Islam, Power, and Identity in Iran from Conquest to Revolution and Beyond is a comprehensive historical and political study examining the evolution of Shiʿi Islam as the defining force behind Iranian civilisation, state formation, and national identity.Covering more than fourteen centuries of history, the book explores how Persia's ancient cultural heritage merged with Islamic civilisation after the Arab conquest, producing a distinctive religious and pol...

"Global Cultural Shifts," by GEW Social Sciences Group, explores the intricate interplay between technology, culture, and globalization, emphasizing the need to preserve cultural integrity while embracing technological advancements. It highlights the challenges and opportunities presented by digital platforms in shaping cultural identities and interactions. The book underscores the importance of maintaining cultural authenticity amidst the rapid spread of global connectivity and consumer c...

Islamic Military Leadership and the Making of Empires maps thirteen centuries of strategy, statecraft, and society—from the first expansions to the Ottoman high tide. Edited by Hichem Karoui, the volume moves past hero‑worship to ask a harder question: which leaders built orders that lasted—and why?Each part pairs vivid narrative with analytical takeaways. You'll follow Khālid ibn al‑Walīd's tempo and deception; Saʿd ibn Abī Waqqāṣ's innovations on the Iraq–Iran frontier; ʿAmr ibn ...

"The Renaissance Of Indigenous Knowledge" explores the significance of indigenous knowledge in addressing contemporary global challenges, emphasizing cultural resilience, sustainable practices, and the integration of traditional wisdom into modern frameworks through education, legal protection, and technological innovation. The driving idea behind the book is to explore and highlight the wisdom and practices of indigenous cultures worldwide, providing valuable lessons for modern society on...