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A major new collection of essays by Ramachandra Guha, Democrats and Dissenters is a work of rigorous scholarship on topics of compelling contemporary interest, written with elegance and wit. The book covers a wide range of themes: from the varying national projects of India's neighbours to...

*SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2018 CROSSWORD JURY AWARD FOR NON FICTION* More than half of India is under the age of twenty-five and the country is set to have the youngest population in the world by 2021. But India's millennials are nothing like their counterparts in the West. In a world that's marked...

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Former Majority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives and leading organizer of the Tea Party movement, Dick Armey offers a Tea Party Manifesto: Give Us Liberty. Written with Matt Kibbee, President and CEO of FreedomWorks, Give Us Liberty defines the issues and agenda of the wildfire...

In his memoir of an improbable start-up in public health, Ashok Alaxander writes about an organization with the audacious goal of ending needless deaths and sickness at scale, amongst India's poorest mothers and children. It is a great leap emboldened by an unshakable faith in the 'idea that...

Peggy Noonan's Wall Street Journal column has been must reading for thoughtful liberals and conservatives alike. Now she issues an urgent, heartfelt call for all Americans to support the next President. Because it is not the threats and challenges we face, but how we face them that defines us as...

1200 WOAI's Charlie Parker and Mr. T (Tim Merryman) as they explore a variety of topics from Baseball to Music told in a short story and conversation.

Two Weeks in Novemberis the thrilling, surreal, unbelievable and often very funny true story of four would-be enemies - a high ranking politician, an exiled human rights lawyer, a dangerous spy and a low-key white businessman turned political fixer - who team up to help unseat one of Africa's...

Un filo resistente lega gli uni agli altri i racconti di questa antologia: un'agenda rossa. Si affaccia dalla pagina declinata in diversi modi, una volta ha i fogli strappati, un'altra è gonfia di biglietti di teatro, ma sempre intende ricordare quella appartenuta a Paolo Borsellino - che conteneva appunti, nomi e forse rivelazioni sulla strage di Capaci, scomparsa immediatamente dopo l'attentato mafioso del 19 luglio 1992 e mai più riapparsa.

The Man with the Clubfoot introduces us to one of Europes most cunning and nefarious secret agents, tasked with retrieving a scandalous letter penned by the Kaiser. Desmond Okewood, a resourceful young British officer with a knack for espionage, embarks on a perilous mission to outsmart this shadowy figure while also searching for his missing brother. Disguised and deep within enemy territory, he faces a series of heart-pounding adventures that will ultimately lead him to success. In this captivating tale, Valentine Williams weaves a thrilling narrative filled with romance, mystery, and ...

Savrola A Tale of the Revolution in Laurania represents the only significant fictional work of Sir Winston S. Churchill. This gripping narrative unfolds in the fictional European state of Laurania, where the populace rises against the oppressive regime of President Antonia Molara, leading to a fierce and tumultuous revolution. - Summary by Wikipedia

In the heart of Washington DC, a political drama unfolds as Congressman Howard Knox uncovers a web of corruption tied to a powerful industrialist. With the help of the industrialists determined daughter, Knox embarks on a quest to unearth incriminating documents that could expose the sinister dealings behind closed doors. Will they succeed in their fight for justice, or will they be silenced before the truth sees the light? (Summary by Michele Eaton)

In a surreal twist set in turn-of-the-century London, poet Gabriel Syme is unexpectedly recruited into a secret anti-anarchist task force at Scotland Yard. He encounters Lucian Gregory, an anarchist poet who initially stands alone in Saffron Park. After a heated debate on the essence of poetry, Gregory attempts to prove his anarchist credentials by dragging Syme to a local meeting. To everyones surprise, instead of Gregory being elected, the cunning Syme uses his intellect to secure a position as the local representative to the enigmatic Central Council of Anarchists, a group of seven men each...

In Havoc, a web of intrigue unfolds as European powers engage in secretive discussions about covert alliances. The narrative centers on a clandestine pact between Germany, Russia, and Austria, with the English determined to sway Russia by holding the Czar to his past commitments. To do so, they need undeniable evidence of the pressures at play, revealing the hidden machinations that paved the way to World War I. This gripping tale weaves together the political tensions and secret treaties that shape a tumultuous era, filled with unexpected twists and turns. (Summary by Tom Weiss)

In a thrilling tale of espionage and intrigue, a group of Russian anarchists kidnaps a prince in Vienna, setting off a series of unexpected consequences. As the Cardinal dOrsay prepares to transport hollow candlesticks from the Emperor to Princess Marionoff in St. Petersburg, two spies seize the opportunity to use them as secret message carriers into Russia. One is a passionate young idealist entangled in the conspiracy against the prince, while the other is the captivating Madame Demidoff, a cunning agent of the Tsar. When the candlesticks mysteriously vanish at the border, a race ensues for ...

Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous turn of the 20th century, this gripping political thriller weaves together the lives of Washington insiders and those lurking in the shadows, all caught in a web of stolen diplomatic papers. What dark secrets link Mrs. Redmond, the wife of the Secretary of State, to the cunning Count Valdmir, the Russian ambassador? As politics, power, and intrigue collide, this novel—originally published in 1905—will keep you on the edge of your seat. (Summary by Nullifidian) Book coordinated by Nullifidian & M Z Spark.

Dive into the shadowy world of The Secret Agent, a gripping tale by Conrad that expertly blends dark humor with political intrigue. Set in the back alleys of early 20th Century London, this story follows Verloc, a seemingly innocuous shop-owner who doubles as a phony anarchist and a double agent. As he becomes entangled in a daring plot to bomb the Greenwich Observatory, the lines between loyalty and betrayal blur in this captivating narrative of spies and anarchists. (Summary by Hugh McGuire)

Dive into the thrilling world of James Fenimore Coopers second novel, The Spy (1821), inspired by Sir Walter Scotts Waverly series. This gripping adventure unfolds during the American Revolution, following the enigmatic protagonist, Harvey Birch. While appearing to be a loyalist, Birch is actually a cunning spy for George Washington, cleverly disguised as Mr. Harper. This captivating tale not only catapulted Cooper to fame and fortune but also marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of American fiction. (Summary by Gord MacKenzie)

In a gripping tale of intrigue and danger, Hannay is summoned to investigate unsettling rumors of an impending uprising in the Muslim world. His journey takes him through treacherous enemy territory to meet his ally Sandy in Constantinople. Together, they must navigate a web of deception and thwart the Germans sinister plans to manipulate religion for their own gain, culminating in the intense battle of Erzurum.

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of the years leading up to World War I, Double Traitor immerses listeners in a world where Germany is boldly preparing for conflict while Britain clings to its belief in invincibility. A vast network of German spies operates covertly in England, often right under the noses of the unsuspecting. The story follows Francis Norgate, an aspiring British diplomat whose principled defense of a woman in Berlin leads to his disgrace and recall. During his journey home, he encounters Selingman, a charming German gentleman who presents himself as a humble crockery ...