How shipping is central to the very fabric of global capitalism.
Laleh Khalili Book order
Laleh Khalili is a scholar whose work delves into the intricate connections between logistics, trade, infrastructure, gender, nationalism, and political movements across the Middle East. She scrutinizes how these forces shape societies and impact the lives of individuals, particularly focusing on refugees and diasporic communities. Khalili's research also examines the complex dynamics of policing and incarceration within the region. Through her analytical lens, she illuminates the broader political and social landscapes of the Middle East.
- 2020
- 2012
Time in the Shadows examines the counterinsurgencies of our time, tracing their ancestry, to offer a critical reading of the mechanisms by which today's counterinsurgents-foremost the United States and Israel-reproduce illiberal regimes of domination while noisily declaring their liberal intent to liberate and improve.
- 2008
The book explores the evolution of Palestinian nationalism through the lens of commemorations tied to significant historical events. It highlights how these commemorative practices reflect changes in identity, politics, and collective memory within Palestinian society, offering insights into the broader implications for national identity and resistance.