The account of political discrimination and violation of the "citizens first" hiring principle at McGill University. "Yet another one of academe's sordid little stories illustrating once again nuances that nobody inside or outside universities should ever disregard."-- Globe and Mail
The economic and political situation of a society attempting to be re-born is the subject of this work. With a chronological perspective in mind, Mandel describes the nature of the crisis that led to a regime-initiated perestroika.
How to Transform the Way We Keep Children Safe from Domestic Violence
The story revolves around a parent's harrowing struggle to protect their children while facing accusations of neglecting their safety for a partner. This emotional journey explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of familial loyalty, highlighting the challenging decisions that come with protecting loved ones. As the protagonist navigates accusations and societal judgment, the narrative delves into the depths of parental devotion and the lengths one will go to secure their family's well-being.
In 2012, the Russian government issued a "road map" for education that would eliminate 44% of the current teaching positions. David Mandel examines the impact of these reforms and the collective efforts of some teachers to organize themselves in an independent trade union to defend their professional interests and their vision of higher education.
Travel back in time to witness the creation of the world's favorite web- slinger as dreamed up by comic book legends Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, who redefined what it meant to be a hero. In this Hulk-sized, collector's dream, the first 21 Spider-Man stories from 1962-1964 have been meticulously... číst celé
Fictional memoir based on characters in the HBO series Veep.
Two definitive works on the early days of the Russian Revolution, now collected in one captivating volume.
The book examines the events of October 1917, questioning whether they constituted a coup d'état or a social revolution. Ernest Mandel, blending historical analysis with political activism, defends the legitimacy of the Russian Revolution while evaluating its achievements. He also critiques the Bolshevik leadership's errors from 1917 to 1921 and extracts relevant lessons for contemporary revolutionary Marxists, providing a thoughtful perspective on the historical significance and implications of the revolution.
This is the first book in English to present a succinct overview of the influential work of Russian economist Yakov Abramovich Kronrod (1912–1984) on the political economy of socialism. Kronrod headed the theoretical section of the Institute of Economics of the Academy of the USSR in the 1970s until the authorities decided that his ideas were dangerous, banning Kronrod's publications until his death in 1984. Kronrod argued that while national ownership and democracy are the dominant relations of socialism, commodity-market relations nevertheless have an important role to play in the planned economy. This stunning, revelatory book includes a first translation of one of Kronrod's key essays, 'Socio-oligarchism—Pseudo-Socialism of the Twentieth Century' and introduces Kronrod's thought to the English-speaking world for the first time.
Ralph McQuarrie is the most iconic artist in the history of Star Wars. He worked hand-in-hand with George Lucas to help establish the saga's visual aesthetic, its inimitable look and feel. Beyond designing Darth Vader, C-3PO, and R2-D2, McQuarrie produced hundreds of pieces of Star Wars artwork, including conceptual paintings, costume designs, storyboards, and matte paintings, as well as posters, book covers, and album covers--even Lucasfilm's annual holiday cards--all rescanned and rephotographed for this book. In Star Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie, readers will find the most definitive collection of the artist's Star Wars work ever assembled, including hundreds of never-before-seen illustrations. Rare unpublished interviews, as well as recollections from McQuarrie's colleagues and friends, complement and contextualize the art. Star Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie is a comprehensive tribute to cinema's most beloved and influential concept artist. Also Available: Star Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie 2020 Poster Calendar