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Plato's legendary account of a sunken island civilization called Atlantis has fascinated adventurers for centuries. Recent efforts to find Plato's lost island have culminated in two exciting underwater surveys in the Eastern Mediterranean that were staged in 2004 and 2006 both of which uncovered tantalizing evidence that strongly merits additional inquiry. In this color-illustrated book, Commodore Robert S. Bates sifts through the acquired evidence and argues that our search for Atlantis or what some call Eden may now be narrowed to a sunken continent adjacent to Cyprus that geologists located decades ago. The History Channel funded and filmed the second expedition to this site, but you will learn in this book why a third expedition may now be warranted. In recognition of the likely confluence of the two great legends of Atlantis and Eden, Bates calls the ongoing research into this sunken land the Eden-Atlantis Project. This short book offers you a thorough review of the recently obtained archeological evidence pointing to an Eastern Mediterranean location for Eden-Atlantis. It also links these new scientific facts with the historical evidence that a proto-civilization may have preceded the known civilizations of the ancient Near East. This edition is a reprinting of the second edition (9780578527659) published in March 2020.

With forceful prose and vivid case studies, The Development Dilemma makes a significant contribution not just to the study of political and economic development but also to the social sciences more broadly.--Philip T. Hoffman, author of Why Did Europe Conquer the World?

Set in late 20th century Africa, the book delves into the intricacies of political order and the essential elements that constitute a stable state. It examines the historical and social contexts that shape governance and authority, providing insights into the continent's unique challenges and developments during this transformative period. Through a detailed analysis, it highlights the interplay between politics, culture, and society in the formation of modern African states.

Following independence, most countries in Africa sought to develop, but their governments pursued policies that actually undermined their rural economies. This book provides a preface and chapter that address the seeds of Africa's recovery and discuss the significance of the continent's success for the arguments of this classic work.

The book examines the transition from socialism to capitalism in Eastern Europe and its effects on developing nations, specifically focusing on Kenya's unique economic trajectory. Robert Bates critiques neo-classical development economics, attributing Kenya's initial growth to its strong economic institutions. However, he argues that the shift from the Kenyatta to the Moi regime led to a decline, as economic institutions were repurposed for wealth redistribution rather than wealth creation, ultimately impacting the country's economic stability.

The 1953 American expedition to the second highest peak in the world.

Focusing on key inquiries within African Studies, this book explores fundamental themes and issues that shape the understanding of the continent. It delves into historical contexts, cultural dynamics, and socio-political developments, offering insights that challenge conventional narratives. By engaging with diverse perspectives, the work aims to deepen readers' comprehension of Africa's complexities and contributions to global discourse.

Prosperity & Violence considers the history of human civilization and explains the origins of the modern state, focusing on the evolution of capitalism as cultures move from dispersed agrarian clans to the dense modern metropolis. Informed by firsthand experience with the political and economic development of many diverse cultures, Bates demonstrates how successful modern states harness ethnic diversity for prosperity rather than for violence and political power. Brief and compelling, Prosperity & Violence is certain to be an excellent supplement in any comparative politics course.

The book delves into the establishment and eventual decline of the International Coffee Organization, highlighting its role as a regulatory body in the coffee trade since the 1960s. It examines the interplay between political institutions and market dynamics, using insights from field research in East Africa, Colombia, and Brazil. By integrating game theory with traditional political analysis, the author sheds light on the domestic influences shaping international political economy, offering a unique perspective on the complexities of global trade governance.