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John R. Short

    January 1, 1951

    John Rennie Short is a professor of public policy whose work engages with themes of cities, migration, and global inequality. His writing delves into the historical and geographical roots of contemporary societal challenges, offering deep insights into how we shape and are shaped by the world around us. Through his scholarship, he makes complex topics accessible to a broad audience, fostering understanding of critical issues of our time.

    Insurrection
    The Rise and Fall of the National Atlas in the Twentieth Century
    Demography and the Making of the Modern World
    Stress Testing the USA
    Geopolitics
    Burn
    • 2024

      Demography and the Making of the Modern World

      Public Policies and Demographic Forces

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Focusing on the impact of demographic shifts, the book examines how population changes have influenced significant global events such as the Arab Spring, migration patterns from Africa to Europe, and immigration debates in Japan. John Rennie Short utilizes contemporary case studies to highlight the economic, social, and public policy ramifications of these demographic trends, providing insights into their role in shaping various national and international issues.

      Demography and the Making of the Modern World
    • 2024

      A profound and incisive analysis of the invasion of Washington’s Capitol on January 6th, 2021.

      Insurrection
    • 2024

      How has demography shaped the Arab Spring, migrant flights from Africa to Europe, budget negotiations in the USA, immigration debates in Japan and economic growth in India and Brazil, among others? John Rennie Short explores the wide-ranging economic, social and public policy implications of population changes using contemporary case studies.

      Demography and the Making of the Modern World
    • 2022

      The Rise and Fall of the National Atlas in the Twentieth Century

      Power, State and Territory

      • 182 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The examination of national atlases from the twentieth century reveals their role as a fascinating lens through which to understand the interplay between science, state authority, territorial claims, and power dynamics. This book delves into how these atlases reflect and influence national identity and governance, highlighting their significance beyond mere cartography.

      The Rise and Fall of the National Atlas in the Twentieth Century
    • 2022

      Burn

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.3(77)Add rating

      From advertising exec in the city to charcoal burner in the woods: a frank and inspiring memoir about letting go of what we're told to want, risking everything to find happiness and the brutal salve of nature.

      Burn
    • 2021

      Geopolitics

      Making Sense of a Changing World

      • 386 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      The book offers a clear introduction to contemporary geopolitics, exploring fundamental themes and global issues. Through a regional perspective, it examines the power dynamics between states while incorporating both critical and popular analyses of geopolitical trends. This approach helps readers grasp the complexities of current international relations and the factors shaping them.

      Geopolitics
    • 2021

      Stress Testing the USA

      Public Policy and Reaction to Disaster Events

      • 196 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Focusing on significant crises like the War on Terror, Hurricane Katrina, the financial crisis, the Gulf oil spill, and COVID-19, this second edition examines the underlying structural weaknesses in the United States. Each event serves as a stress test, revealing critical insights into systemic flaws and failures. The book delves into the causes of these disasters, analyzing what has been learned and the lessons that remain unaddressed, offering a comprehensive perspective on the resilience and vulnerabilities of the nation.

      Stress Testing the USA
    • 2020

      Written in an easily accessible style and format, it provides an in-depth critical analysis into the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s franchise model and offers an alternative vision for future Games. This book is an important contribution to understanding the consequences for the host cities of Olympic Games.

      Hosting the Olympic Games
    • 1994

      Lidská sídla

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Velká geografická encyklopedie světa. Tématem této knihy je demografie, osídlení, urbanizace a populační otázka v nejrozvinutějších, zejména však v rozvojových státech Historie osídlení kontinentů, největší, nejbohatší a nejlidnatější města světa i mnoho dalších témat…

      Lidská sídla