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Dive into a thoughtful and philosophical exploration of the French Revolution and the intricacies of the Old Regime. In this profound work, Alexis de Tocqueville meticulously captures the essence of French political society under the monarchy, revealing the true sources of power and their impact on the daily lives of individuals. He examines the conditions of various social classes, including the nobility, clergy, middle class, common people, and peasantry, highlighting what set France apart from its European neighbors and why a revolution was not just likely, but inevitable. The insights ...

Dive into the captivating world of 17th-century North America with Francis Parkman, a distinguished American historian whose work has left an indelible mark on historical literature. In The Old Régime in Canada, the fourth volume of his monumental series The French and English in North America, Parkman chronicles the dynamic years between 1643 and 1663. With a masterful narrative style, he paints a vivid picture of the French pioneers, the influential Jesuits, and the evolving power dynamics in New France. This volume not only highlights the challenges faced by these early settlers but also ...

The global humanitarian system, already under considerable strain, will soon be tested as never before.

Russian President Vladimir Putin used to seem invincible. Today, he and his regime look enervated, confused, and desperate. Increasingly, both Russian and Western commentators suggest that Russia may be on the verge of deep instability, possibly even collapse.

This program is read by the author. Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2024 by Time, Elle, Kirkus, Literary Hub, The Millions, Electric Literature, and them. "A profoundly urgent intervention.” —Naomi Klein "A timely must-read for anyone actively invested in re-imagining collective futurity...

Venezuela’s opposition cannot oust Nicolás Maduro if it does not first break up the military-civilian alliance that is keeping him in power.

On the eve of International Women's Day in 2015, the Chinese government arrested five feminist activists and jailed them for 37 days. The Feminist Five became a global cause célèbre, with Hillary Clinton speaking out on their behalf and activists inundating social media with #FreetheFive messages. But the Five are only symbols of a much larger feminist movement of civil rights lawyers, labor activists, performance artists, and online warriors prompting an unprecedented awakening among China's educated, urban women.