Showing results for "The Regime" in Political Science

From Notre Dame professor and author of Why Liberalism Failed comes a provocative call for replacing the tyranny of the self-serving liberal elite with conservative leaders aligned with the interests of the working class Classical liberalism promised to overthrow the old aristocracy, creating an...

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 introduction of the new investment screening regime will mark a watershed moment for the UK Government’s powers to intervene in corporate transactions. In this podcast series DLA Piper provides an insight into what’s driving the new regime, how it will operate in practice and its particular impact on those sectors most affected. In each episode, specialists from DLA Piper’s Competition, Government Affairs and sector specialists, alongside special guests will analyse the detail and impact of the new regime

At the end of the 20th century, many believed the story of European political development had come to an end. Modern democracy began in Europe, but for hundreds of years it competed with various forms of dictatorship. Now, though, the entire continent was in the democratic camp for the first time in history. But within a decade, this story had already begun to unravel. Some of the continent's newer democracies slid back towards dictatorship, while citizens in many of its older democracies began questioning democracy's functioning and even its legitimacy. 

Bloomsbury presents Code of Conduct written and read by Chris Bryant. THE INSTANT TOP TWO SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER SHORTLISTED FOR THE PARLIAMENTARY BOOK AWARDS Longstanding Labour MP Chris Bryant tells the inside story of what went so wrong with Westminster – and how we might solve it. 'Takes...

In this compelling, behind-the-scenes account, former top CIA officer and Cuba expert Brian Latell examines the extraordinary Castro brothers and the impending dynastic succession of Fidel's younger brother, Raul. Exploring the brothers' remarkable relationship, he reveals how Fidel and Raul have collaborated, divided responsibilities, and resolved disagreements for more than 46 years, a challenge to the notion that the little-known Raul has been an insignificant player.

The definitive account of how regime change in the Middle East has proven so tempting to American policymakers for decades—despite never achieving the far-reaching aims of its proponents—and how it’s finally time to forge a new path forward. Since the end of World War II, the United States...

Revolution and Dictatorship explores why dictatorships born of social revolution—such as those in China, Cuba, Iran, the Soviet Union, and Vietnam—are extraordinarily durable, even in the face of economic crisis, large-scale policy failure, mass discontent, and intense external pressure.

Experience the fierce political rivalries, palace coups, and sweeping revolutions that forged our complex modern world. Whether you are navigating a long daily commute or seeking a thought-provoking escape into historical non-fiction, this gripping narrative transforms ancient facts into a...

Dive into the gripping political history of authoritarianism and discover how absolute power corrupts across centuries. Perfect for commute listening, this urgent historical analysis decodes the psychological tactics tyrants use to seize control. From ancient Roman strongmen to modern digital...

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.