Moscow in Movement is the first exhaustive study of social movements, protest, and the state-society relationship in Vladimir Putin's Russia. Beginning in 2005 and running through the summer of 2013, the book traces the evolution of the relationship between citizens and their state through a series of in-depth case studies, explaining how Russians mobilized to defend human and civil rights, the environment, and individual and group interests: a process that culminated in the drama...

Moscow in Movement is the first exhaustive study of social movements, protest, and the state-society relationship in Vladimir Putin's Russia. Beginning in 2005 and running through the summer of 2013, the book traces the evolution of the relationship between citizens and their state through a series of in-depth case studies, explaining how Russians mobilized to defend human and civil rights, the environment, and individual and group interests: a process that culminated in the drama...

A fascinating, bottom-up exploration of contemporary Russian politics that sheds new light on why Putin’s grip on power is more fragile then we thinkWhat do ordinary Russians think of Putin? Who are his supporters? And why might their support now be faltering? Alive with the voices and experiences of ordinary Russians and elites alike, Sam Greene and Graeme Robertson craft a compellingly original account of contemporary Russian politics.Telling the story of...

In "Piracy off the Florida Coast and Elsewhere," Samuel A. Green meticulously explores the tumultuous history of piracy in the waters surrounding Florida, analyzing its origins, societal impacts, and the cultural ethos of the age. Utilizing a blend of historical narrative and primary source documentation, Green's writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions and scholarly rigor, offering readers both a gripping account and a nuanced understanding of maritime lawlessness. Situated with...

In "Piracy off the Florida Coast and Elsewhere," Samuel A. Green meticulously chronicles the tangled web of maritime crime that plagued both the Atlantic and Gulf waters during the late 17th to early 19th centuries. Through a combination of historical records, anecdotal narratives, and analytical commentary, Green employs an engaging literary style that blends narrative history with scholarly rigor, illuminating the socio-economic and political factors that spurred piracy. His work positio...

A fascinating, bottom-up exploration of contemporary Russian politics that sheds new light on why Putin's grip on power is more fragile then we thinkWhat do ordinary Russians think of Putin? Who are his supporters? And why might their support now be faltering? Alive with the voices and experiences of ordinary Russians and elites alike, Sam Greene and Graeme Robertson craft a compellingly original account of contemporary Russian politics.Telling the story of...

The anthology 'The Monitor and the Merrimac' brings together an eclectic mix of narratives that explore the iconic maritime confrontation between the two eponymous ironclad warships during the American Civil War. Through a rich tapestry of literary styles ranging from vivid firsthand accounts to historically-informed fictional interpretations, this collection captures the epochal shift in naval warfare. The works in this anthology challenge readers to reconsider the simplistic dichotomy of...

The organic grower's guide to planting, propagation, culture, and ecologyTrees are our allies in healing the world. Partnering with trees allows us to build soil, enhance biodiversity, increase wildlife populations, grow food and medicine, and pull carbon out of the atmosphere, sequestering it in the soil.Trees of Power explains how we can work with these arboreal allies, specifically focusing on propagation, planting, and individual species. Autho...

Pathological Counterinsurgency critically examines the relationship between elections and counterinsurgency success in third party campaigns supported by the United States. From Vietnam to El Salvador to Iraq and Afghanistan, many policymakers and academics believed that democratization would drive increased legitimacy and improved performance in governments waging a counterinsurgency campaign. Elections were expected to help overcome existing deficiencies, thus allowing governments suppor...

Librarian Maxine Peters lives her life behind the scenes. By day, she’s a buttoned-up cataloguing whiz in the basement of the Green Valley Public Library. By night, she’s secretly dominating in an online role playing game as the legendary Maximus_Damage. Her in-game persona has the skills to back up the hype. But every hero has an enemy; every saga, a villain. And by her own invitation, Maximus’ arch nemesis, Wrath, has just landed in Green Valley.Jonathan Owen is not at all who Ma...

Sincerity, erudition, charisma . . . Roddy McDowall.Here is the comprehensive, first-ever biography of the award-winning child star, Planet of the Apes movie icon, beloved film legend, and Hollywood renaissance man whose career spanned 60 years.***“***This is a beautiful tribute to a very special man. For those who aren’t familiar with Roddy, you’re in for a treat. You will get to ...

Winner of an Abraham Lincoln Institute Book AwardThough not blind to Abraham Lincoln's imperfections, Black Americans long ago laid a heartfelt claim to his legacy. At the same time, they have consciously reshaped the sixteenth president's image for their own social and political ends. Frederick Hord and Matthew D. Norman's anthology explores the complex nature of views on Lincoln through the writings and thought of Frederick Douglass, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, Mary Mc...