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The Birth of the Modern World, 1780-1914: Global Connections and Comparisons (Blackwell History of the World)by: C. A. Bayly January 06, 2004 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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In this outstanding book, Professor Bayly studies the world crises of 1776-1820 and 1848-65, and the great acceleration of 1890-1914, when imperial rivalries, industrialisation and urbanisation really took off.
He allows, "Lenin's view that what we are calling here the great acceleration after 1890 was rooted in the uneven development of capitalism at a global level still has something to recommend it." He accepts that empires were based on the drive for profits: "Classic Marxist and liberal theories of economic change have emphasised the rationality of expanding capitalism. On this theory, the aim of Western expansion was to seize resources and subordinate labour. This is true in great measure." He shows ... Read More: >>More Details |
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The Lemon Treeby: Sandy Tolan March 10, 2008 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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In this outstanding book, Professor Bayly studies the world crises of 1776-1820 and 1848-65, and the great acceleration of 1890-1914, when imperial rivalries, industrialisation and urbanisation really took off.
He allows, "Lenin's view that what we are calling here the great acceleration after 1890 was rooted in the uneven development of capitalism at a global level still has something to recommend it." He accepts that empires were based on the drive for profits: "Classic Marxist and liberal theories of economic change have emphasised the rationality of expanding capitalism. On this theory, the aim of Western expansion was to seize resources and subordinate labour. This is true in great measure." He shows ... Read More: >>More Details |
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The Hammer Story: The Authorised History of Hammer Filmsby: Marcus Hearn, Alan Barnes October 26, 2007 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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I rented this book out of the library and just flicked through it and thought nothing of it, but when I started to actually read it, I instantly gave it 5 stars. It is well researched and well written book that offers a valuable insight to the production of not only Hammer, but film making itself.
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London: A Social Historyby: Roy Porter October 05, 2000 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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Roy Porter, noted and trained as a medical historian, turned his attention to the social development of London, and we are the richer for it. Porter is a Londoner, and has a passion for the city. He is, however, frank in his conviction that London has had it's hour upon the stage: 'London is not the eternal city.... Between the two Elizabeths, between 1570 and 1986 to be more precise, it was to become the world's greatest city.' Porter sees the abolition of the Greater London Council (GLC) by Margaret Thatcher as a benchmark to the demise of London as a great city (I happen to disagree; will he change his opinion in light of the upcoming mayoral elections in London?) Porter's current pessimism about London is very apparent ... Read More: >>More Details |
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The Roman World, 44 BC-AD 180 (Routledge History of the Ancient World)by: Martin Goodman July 31, 1997 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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This is a decent historical overview of the Roman world. This book is a lot of history so its usefulness to all fields of human study, such as archaeology or anthropology, is limited. I was disappointed by how trade, infrastructure, and material culture were mostly glossed over. I was also dismayed about how brief some parts of the book were and how it was somewhat disorganized (for example, the activities and raison d'etre of the praetorian guard were introduced early in the book in the section on emperor's but not explained until the discussion on society). I have read better books on the subject of the Roman Empire, but this one is ok for a general synopsis of Roman society and history.
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The Pre-industrial Cities & Technology Reader OU AT308 Reader 1from: Routledge, London December 17, 1999 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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This is a decent historical overview of the Roman world. This book is a lot of history so its usefulness to all fields of human study, such as archaeology or anthropology, is limited. I was disappointed by how trade, infrastructure, and material culture were mostly glossed over. I was also dismayed about how brief some parts of the book were and how it was somewhat disorganized (for example, the activities and raison d'etre of the praetorian guard were introduced early in the book in the section on emperor's but not explained until the discussion on society). I have read better books on the subject of the Roman Empire, but this one is ok for a general synopsis of Roman society and history.
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The Panic of 1907: Lessons Learned from the Markets Perfect Stormby: Robert F. Bruner, Sean D. Carr September 14, 2007 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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If you compare the 1907 crisis that struck U.S. and European financial institutions with 2008's economic emergencies, you will discover striking similarities. (In fact, the uncanny parallels have made this fascinating book a bestseller.) Strong interconnectivity between financial firms meant that trouble at one migrated to others. Both crises involved serious credit and liquidity concerns. Both provoked populist attacks against Wall Street. In part, the trusts hit trouble in 1907 because of insufficient regulation. The 1907 crisis started on Wall Street, and quickly jumped to European institutions. In 2008, the trajectory was even more global. Of course, marked differences also separate these episodes. In 1907, fabled financier J.P. Morgan exercised remarkable ... Read More:
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The English Houseby: Clive Aslet September 01, 2008 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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If you compare the 1907 crisis that struck U.S. and European financial institutions with 2008's economic emergencies, you will discover striking similarities. (In fact, the uncanny parallels have made this fascinating book a bestseller.) Strong interconnectivity between financial firms meant that trouble at one migrated to others. Both crises involved serious credit and liquidity concerns. Both provoked populist attacks against Wall Street. In part, the trusts hit trouble in 1907 because of insufficient regulation. The 1907 crisis started on Wall Street, and quickly jumped to European institutions. In 2008, the trajectory was even more global. Of course, marked differences also separate these episodes. In 1907, fabled financier J.P. Morgan exercised remarkable ... Read More:
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London in the Twentieth Century: A City and Its Peopleby: Jerry White January 03, 2008 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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An excellent read focusing on the geography, people, economy and lifestyles that make London the great city that it is. Can tell that Jerry White won't have voted for Ken Livingstone in 2008!
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Keeping Bees: A Complete Practical Guideby: Paul Peacock August 15, 2008 Best Selling > Books > Social and Economic History |
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I bought this book as I inherited a hive and wanted to keep the tradition alive. It was a great place to start, giving not only sound, practical advice but also an interesting overview of the history of bee keeping. It linked in with the bee keeping associations around the country and the recipes at the back were not only lovely but gave me some great ideas for when my harvest is ready! A great book with lovely photographs and excellent advice for first time bee keepers.
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