Kenneth A. Loparo Book order

Focusing on the influence of global trade in early modern France, the narrative explores the 1686 ban on Asian textiles, which sparked widespread smuggling, illicit retail, and consumer uprisings. It also highlights the French administration's attempts to obtain textile production technology, marking a significant shift towards the liberal Enlightenment political economy. The book reveals the complex interplay between commerce, governance, and social movements during this transformative period.

The book features a collection of extracts from the works of Louisa Stuart Costello, a multifaceted figure in the 19th century known for her poetry, novels, travel writing, and historical accounts. Broom Saunders highlights Costello's pioneering role as a professional woman writer, offering valuable insights into her life and the challenges faced by women in literature during that era. This compilation serves as both a tribute to her contributions and a reflection on the broader context of women's writing in the 1800s.

The book delves into the complex history of German reunification, utilizing extensive archival research and fresh interviews with activists, political figures, and international representatives. It aims to challenge and expand upon the prevailing narratives from both German and American perspectives, offering a more nuanced understanding of the events and their implications. Through these diverse voices, it sheds light on the multifaceted nature of reunification and its lasting impact on history.

Filipe Carreira da Silva explores the evolution of sociology in Portugal from 1945 to the present, highlighting its late institutionalization due to fascist repression until 1974. He examines the impact of the 1974 political revolution on sociology's establishment within the new democratic framework and the subsequent challenges of internationalization since the 1990s. Through a detailed analysis of various sociological dimensions, he illustrates how perceptions of Portugal shifted from a developing nation to a modern European society, reflecting the ongoing struggles over its identity.

The book delves into the regulation of intimate relationships by examining both historical and contemporary legal-political sources. It investigates how the meanings and implications of conjugality have evolved over time, highlighting the complexities and transformations in societal perceptions of intimate partnerships.

The book critically examines the evolution of the Royal Navy's Executive branch between the two World Wars, focusing on how their experiences during the First World War shaped their readiness for the challenges of the Second World War. It highlights key changes and developments that contributed to their effectiveness in a time of global conflict, providing insights into military strategy and organizational transformation.

The exploration of novels and films during Italian Fascism reveals how the portrayal of African-Italian mulattoes and white Italians in Egypt challenged the regime's quest for a homogenous national identity. By analyzing these cultural artifacts, the book highlights the contradictory nature of stigmatization efforts, which ultimately led audiences to reevaluate their understanding of collective identity. Through this lens, it uncovers the complexities of race and identity within the context of Italian nationalism.

The book explores the intersection of religion and memory in Colombia, focusing on a 2002 massacre of 79 civilians in a Catholic church. It examines how memorialization strategies serve as tools for religious peacebuilding, emphasizing their role in resisting and denouncing violations of human, ethnic, cultural, and economic rights. Through this analysis, it highlights the significant impact of religious narratives on collective memory and social healing in the aftermath of violence.

The book delves into the therapeutic value of hope, moving beyond traditional psychological and biomedical perspectives. It examines how hope is expressed and maintained across different areas of health, medicine, and healthcare, highlighting its significance in promoting well-being and recovery. Through this exploration, it aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of hope's role in the healing process.

Focusing on the unique risk landscape of financial institutions, this guide addresses the inadequacies of traditional Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks in the banking, asset management, and insurance sectors. It offers a comprehensive approach divided into three sections: contextualizing ERM within finance, providing essential tools for implementation such as performance and credit analysis, and presenting case studies of ERM successes and failures. This technical resource is designed for risk managers, actuaries, regulators, and senior managers in the finance industry.