Lynn Abrams Books

North Korea and the United States have been officially at war for over 70 years, marking one of the longest and most unbalanced conflicts in history. This small East Asian state has managed to stand against a Western superpower for generations. As global attention shifts towards Northeast Asia, North Korea's significance as a strategically located nation and potential economic powerhouse will only increase. This comprehensive study delves into the history of the conflict, beginning with early American interactions with Korea’s nationalist movement in 1945, through the imposition of military rule in the south, to North Korea’s nuclear deterrence program and current tensions with the U.S. The antagonism between the two states is deeply rooted in decolonization and wartime memory, with North Korea’s fiercely nationalist identity complicating U.S. efforts. The work highlights conflicting ideologies and designs for the Korean nation, while also addressing emerging fields of conflict such as economic and information warfare. It examines prevailing trends in the conflict, including proxy wars, and provides an in-depth assessment of the past to contextualize future trajectories. The analysis suggests that a shift away from Western unipolarity will significantly influence the relationship between these two nations.

World War in Syria answers questions that will have continued relevance beyond the country’s borders for years to come. What were the West’s motives for pursuing the Syrian state’s overthrow? How will precedents set in the conflict impact international norms with global reverberations? Why has Syria been vulnerable to instigation of insurgency, to information warfare and later to economic sanctions in a way that other Western adversaries are not? How has the conflict reflected the way warfare has evolved over recent decades, and under what conditions is it likely to conclude in the coming ten years?

Focusing on the significance of oral history in understanding recent past events, this book offers a thorough overview of the field. The second edition enhances the original with a new chapter addressing trauma and ethics, along with a preface that highlights recent advancements. It features an updated glossary and further reading sections. Additionally, a companion website provides case studies, audio materials, and other resources, making it a vital resource for both seasoned and novice oral historians, as well as students entering the discipline.

Who is Cadaverous?! The most shocking and incredible comic of 2019 is here as J.J. Abrams (Star Wars, Star Trek, Super 8) and his son Henry Abrams are joined by superstar artist Sara Pichelli (Miles Morales, Guardians of The Galaxy) to team up for Spider-Man! What do they have planned for Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson? Who is Cadaverous? The Modern Master of Mystery Makes His Marvel. COLLECTING: Spider-Man 1-6.

Ambiciózní syntéza britské historičky Lynn Abramsové představuje zrození moderní ženy od francouzské revoluce po první světovou válku, tedy v éře takzvaného dlouhého devatenáctého století. Líčí "ženské stereotypy", které šířili evropští intelektuálové, i vývoj představ, jež o sobě evropské ženy postupně získávaly. Autorčin zájem se soustřeďuje jak na privátní život žen, na jejich sexualitu, mateřství a práci v domácnosti, tak na začátky veřejného života žen a na jejich postupné začleňování do společenského i politického života. Předností knihy je její srovnávací charakter: L. Abramsová má hluboký přehled o britských dějinách, stranou její pozornosti však nezůstávají ani kontinentální souvislosti, především německé a francouzské. Pro zájemce o gender studies a věcnou diskusi o feminismu a jeho kořenech je publikace nepostradatelným zdrojem.