Satire. That form of wit that ridicules all those shortcomings and flaws in individuals, society and its institutions in an effort to shame and mock them into a change of behaviour. And words in the hands of such talents as Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Jerome K Jerome and very many others are the mightiest weapons of such persuasion.01 - Satirical Short Stories - An Introduction02 - Lord Arthur Savile's Crime - Part 1 by Oscar Wilde03 - Lord Arthur Savile's Crime - Part...

American and Russian astronauts and cosmonauts in a daring space rescue. Brave, beautiful, sexy women. Diplomatic intrigue and romantic sub-plots. ISIS terrorists kidnapped astronauts in a plot planned secretly by an American industrialist with a desperate escape by hostages and a car chase (guns blazing) through downtown Tripoli climaxed by a surprising ending.

An urgent and compelling graphic memoir about a Pakistani investigative journalist at odds with his fundamentalist family and the Pakistani military that attempts to kidnap himIn Islamabad in 2018, Pakistani investigative journalist Taha Siddiqui is kidnapped at gunpoint and barely escapes being killed. He flees the country on the first plane to France with questions left unanswered: What motivated the attack? Was the tyrannical Pakistani military involved?...

A fresh examination of the relationship between two key issues in the on-going debate on urban governance - leadership and community involvement.It explores the nature of the interaction between community involvement and political leadership in modern local governance by drawing on empirical data gathered from case-studies concerning cities in England, Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, and Sweden. It presents both a country specific and cross-cut...

This book presents a new range of theoretical and empirical studies dedicated to Communicative Constructivism, a new approach in social theory developed from within the Sociology of Knowledge. Based on Social Constructivism and emerging from German-speaking social sciences, Communicative Constructivism integrates interpretive perspectives, poststructuralist theories, new materialism, actor network theories, and Science and Technology studies in a way which provides a systematic yet open th...

Sacred Sites, Sacred Places explores the concept of 'sacred' and what it means and implies to people in differing cultures. It looks at why people regard some parts of the land as special and why this ascription remains constant in some cultures and changes in others.Archaeologists, legislators and those involved in heritage management sometimes encounter conflict with local populations over sacred sites. With the aid of over 70 illustrations the book examines the extreme i...

"Unveiling Jesus in the Old Testament: The Main Stories Explained with Bible Insights" is a comprehensive exploration of the Old Testament, revealing how each story, prophecy, and law foreshadows the coming of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who is central to Christian salvation. The book meticulously examines the main narratives found within the Torah—Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy—highlighting the presence and significance of Jesus within these foundational texts. It ...

Step into the captivating world of "Red Ivy Tea" by H. David Boyles, Jr. In this heartfelt tale of love, loss, and redemption, readers are transported to a small Southern town where secrets linger beneath the surface, waiting to be unearthed. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into the lives of its characters. They will find themselves immersed in Southern culture and tradition, where family ties run deep and old wounds refuse to heal. With its compelling narrative and authentic voice...

The digital revolution is changing virtually every aspect of the business world. However, most attempts at the digital transformation of enterprises fail – largely because of a lack of comprehensive and coherent strategy. This book takes lessons learned from the rise of the digital platform giants and explores how they can be adapted and effectively applied to established businesses, allowing them to compete within the new digital business paradigm. Offering a holistic perspective on the b...

The Book of Poems is a poignant collection of poems that vividly portrays the struggles and triumphs of American heroes of the past. Through powerful verses, the book delves into the historical and contemporary challenges faced by the black community, highlighting the enduring impact of systemic racism and socio-economic disparities. The poems journey back to the Civil Rights Movement, honoring the courageous leaders who fought tirelessly for equality. Iconic events such as the Selma to Mo...

The European Court of Human Rights (“ECtHR”) suffers from the burgeoning caseload and challenges to its authority. This two-pronged crisis undermines the ECtHR’s legitimacy and consequently the functioning of the whole European human rights regime. Domestic courts can serve as welcome allies of the Strasbourg Court. They have a potential to diffuse Convention norms domestically, and therefore prevent and filter many potential human rights violations. Yet, we know very little about how dome...

"Triumph Through Faith in Jesus Christ: Various Individual Stories of Overcoming Adversity" is a compelling collection of narratives that explore the transformative power of faith in the lives of individuals from diverse backgrounds. This book features the remarkable journeys of Angelica in Michigan, Sophia in New York City, Raj in Mumbai, Elena in Buenos Aires, Jorge in Rio de Janeiro, Jochar in Aleppo, David in London, Layla in Cairo, Hiro in Tokyo, Fatima in Kabul, Mateo in Nairobi, Par...