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Description: In Unveiling Power, author Xilis delivers a bold and unflinching examination of a major political figure or institution. Drawing on their expertise in investigative journalism and political analysis, Xilis reveals the inner workings of this powerful entity, exposing the hidden agendas, corrupt practices, and abuses of power that have been allowed to go unchecked for far too long. Through a meticulous and thorough investigation, Xilis...
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"Comparative Autocrats" delves deep into the tumultuous era of the 1950s and 1960s in Latin America, a period marked by political upheavals, revolutions, and the rise of several prominent dictators. The book offers a comparative study, examining the regimes of these autocrats, their ideologies, governance methods, and the lasting impact they had on their respective nations and the continent as a whole.Key facets of the book include:Historical Backdrop:...
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A finales de agosto de 2023, el escándalo generado por el caso Rubiales puso manifiesto, para una inmensa mayoría de la opinión pública, que algo huele a podrido en nuestro fútbol. Sin embargo, no es más que la punta del iceberg de una situación que algunos, los menos, llevan denunciando hace tiempo. Nepotismo, misoginia, espionaje, prebendas, compra de voluntades, medios de comunicación sesgados a favor de los de siempre y tráfico de influencias...
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"In an isolated outport on Newfoundland's northern coastline, Abe Strapp is about to marry the daughter of a rival merchant to cement his hold on the shore when the Widow Caines arrives to throw the wedding and Abe's plans into chaos. That ruthless act of sabotage is the opening salvo in a battle between the man and woman who own Mockbeggar's largest mercantile firms, each fighting for the scarce resources of the north Atlantic fishery, each seeking...
5) Angry Africa
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This research study explores the intricate matter of military coups in Africa, particularly emphasising the contemporary phenomenon of citizens in select African countries demonstrating endorsement for military seizures of power. The author critically analyses the various factors contributing to this phenomenon and investigates the underlying causes for the increasing hostility towards France within these political upheavals.Part I: The Causes of...
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"Reflections on the Dark Side of Human Nature" invites readers on a profound exploration of the intricacies inherent in the human psyche. In the introductory chapter, "Prologue to Shadows", the stage is set for a contemplative journey into the dualities of human existence. Acknowledging the coexistence of light and darkness within individuals and society, the book aims to understand, rather than judge, the nuanced aspects of negative human attributes....
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Ahmed Ouyahia a grimpé rapidement les échelons du pouvoir, atteignant presque le sommet, avant de connaître une descente précipitée. Depuis la révolte de février 2019, il est en chute libre, cloîtré et en attente d'un meilleur avenir, loin de la lumière du jour.
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Chroniqueur de presse, traducteur et auteur, Slemnia Bendaoud est une plume très critique dont l'intérêt est chevillé à la cause nationale. Il dresse...
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Christian Basano was born on July 12, 1957 in Nice. He is a professional accountant. "Like everyone else, my life, in front of the mirror, seemed to be systematic. My curiosity will push me to go behind this mirror. Against the backdrop of the Gulf War and burning oil wells, after sending a $22 billion quote, I find myself in Kuwait to present an industrial settlement. A few years later, two notaries tell me that the 22 billion dollars have been found...
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"Addressing Social Issues in India" offers a comprehensive exploration of the myriad challenges shaping the socio-cultural fabric of the nation. The book delves into the diverse landscape of social issues, beginning with an insightful overview in the first chapter. Subsequent chapters meticulously dissect the influence of government policies, the pivotal role played by NGOs and grassroots movements, and the impact of media on public perceptions. The...
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Now you can watch Congressman Ken Buck on the popular Facebook TV series "The Swamp."
Lavish parties. Committee chairmanships for sale. Pay-to-play corruption. Backroom arm-twisting. Votes on major legislation going to the highest bidder. Welcome to Washington, D.C., the swamp that President Donald Trump was elected to drain.
Congressman Ken Buck is blowing the whistle on the real-life House of Cards in our nation's capital. Elected in 2014 as...
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Singing out of tune, revolution and angerDear reader:You must read this book before they issue a decree to shed my bloodThey are poems that break everything and rebel against everythingA collection of my revolutionary and out-of-the-ordinary poetic works, bleeding with tears and anger, which I wrote between 2009 and 2016.This book is translated from Arabic by mekhalil altahhan
15) The ascent
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"Kurt Argento is an ex-Detroit street cop who can't let injustice go and who has the fighting skills to back up his idealism. If he sees a young girl being dragged into an alley, he's going to rescue her and cause some damage. When he does just that in a small corrupt Missouri town, he's brutally beaten and thrown into a maximum-security prison. Julie Wakefield, a grad student who happens to be the governor's daughter, is about to take a tour of the...
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