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From: Tipping Point for Advanced Capitalism

In the introduction to this book, D.W. Livingstone explains what the "tipping point for capitalism" is, and how we have arrived to it. Livingstone breaks down the basic elements of … 18 $1.80 Add
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From: The Indo-Pacific

In this introduction, Hampson, Hyder, and Park, examine why Canada’s trade and diplomatic engagement with the Indo-Pacific region has lagged behind its extraordinary economic significance. 7 $0.70 Add
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From: Inspired by Taiwan

In this chapter, Takach examines Taiwan’s central role in global semiconductor production and its vibrant democratic culture under sustained pressure from China. 11 $1.10 Add
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From: Canadian Critical Race Theory

From Canadian Critical Race Theory: Racism and the Law 6 $0.60 Add
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From: Cops, Crime and Capitalism

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The Mutating Crisis of Global Capitalism

From: Global Slump

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Iran: Out of the Cold?

Iran: Out of the Cold?

From: Oil and World Politics

Analyzes Iran as an independent regional power with immense oil and gas resources and a century-long history of Western interference. Recent disputes centred on the Western assumption that Iran … 23 $2.30 Add
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Iraq: A Quest for Control

Iraq: A Quest for Control

From: Oil and World Politics

Documents the official reasons for the 2003 invasion of Iraq and the quest for control of Iraq’s oil wealth. The post-2003 Iraqi government resisted opening oil to foreign ownership, … 19 $1.90 Add
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Italy: The New Silk Road: Part 1
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Italy: The New Silk Road: Part 1

Part II: Middle Powers

From: China Unbound

Chapter 5 provides a comprehensive case study of China’s relationship with Italy and China-EU relations more broadly. Key topics discussed include Marco Polo, the historic Silk Road, … 32 $3.20 Add
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Laundering with Language

Laundering with Language

From: Legalizing Theft

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Legalizing Theft

Legalizing Theft

A Short Guide to Tax Havens

When our infrastructures deteriorate, when social benefits are frozen, when our living conditions are precarious, it is because of tax havens. A source of growing inequalities and colossal tax … 125 View
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Libya: NATO Creates a Failed State

Libya: NATO Creates a Failed State

From: Oil and World Politics

Analyzes how NATO countries, including Canada, interpreted a UN resolution as justifying an aerial war against Libya in 2011, claimed humanitarian motives (Responsibility to Protect), and … 17 $1.70 Add
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Manchester to Mumbai

Manchester to Mumbai

From: Fixing Fashion

In Manchester to Mumbai, the author explains his path to the fashion industry before delving into the following topics: the roots of global trade; labor, guilds and slavery; the India trade and … 22 $2.20 Add
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Manic Depression: Capitalism and its Recurring Crisis

Manic Depression: Capitalism and its Recurring Crisis

From: Global Slump

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Maritime Trade Routes and Conflict

Maritime Trade Routes and Conflict

From: Oil and World Politics

Discusses five strategic waterways (Strait of Hormuz, Mandab Strait, Suez Canal, Strait of Malacca, South China Sea) which are geopolitically vital as petroleum trade routes from the Middle East. … 24 $2.40 Add
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Market Block and Tackle

Market Block and Tackle

From: The Big Fix

In this chapter, Hearn and Bednar examine how dominant firms gatekeep markets, from digital app stores to Canadian cinema. ; 9 $0.90 Add