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Latin America in the Era of the Cuban Revolution and Beyond

by Thomas C. Wright ...

Examining how the Cuban Revolution dictated Latin American politics and U.S.-Latin American relations from the 1950s to the present, this fourth edition engages with the question: is the Cuban Revolution dead?Fidel Castro's ascent to power and the revolution he led in Cuba not only catalyzed a wave of revolutionary activity; it also set off a wave of reaction that led to widespread military ... Read more

$36.49 USD

Examining how the Cuban Revolution dictated Latin American politics and U.S.-Latin American relations from the 1950s to the present, this fourth edition engages with the question: is the Cuban Revolution dead?Fidel Castro's ascent to power and the revolution he led in Cuba not only catalyzed a wave of revolutionary activity; it also set off a wave of reaction that led to widespread military
... Read more
Latin America in the Era of the Cuban Revolution and Beyond

by Thomas C. Wright ...

An in-depth explanation of how the Cuban Revolution dictated Latin American politics and U.S.-Latin American relations from the 1950s to the present, including widespread democratization and the rise of the "Pink Tide."Fidel Castro's ascent to power and the revolution he carried out in Cuba not only catalyzed a wave of revolutionary activity; it also set off a wave of reaction that led to ... Read more

$30.79 USD

An in-depth explanation of how the Cuban Revolution dictated Latin American politics and U.S.-Latin American relations from the 1950s to the present, including widespread democratization and the rise of the "Pink Tide."Fidel Castro's ascent to power and the revolution he carried out in Cuba not only catalyzed a wave of revolutionary activity; it also set off a wave of reaction that led to
... Read more
Democracy in Latin America

A History since Independence

by Thomas C. Wright ...

This book expertly traces the long, erratic, and incomplete path of Latin America’s political and socioeconomic democratization, from a group of colonies lacking democratic practice and culture up to the present. Using the lens of democracy defined by the charter of the Organization of American States (OAS), it examines the periods of US gunboat diplomacy in the Caribbean Basin, the Cold War, the ... Read more

$28.19 USD

This book expertly traces the long, erratic, and incomplete path of Latin America’s political and socioeconomic democratization, from a group of colonies lacking democratic practice and culture up to the present. Using the lens of democracy defined by the charter of the Organization of American States (OAS), it examines the periods of US gunboat diplomacy in the Caribbean Basin, the Cold War, the
... Read more
State Terrorism in Latin America

Chile, Argentina, and International Human Rights

by Thomas C. Wright ...

Series series Latin American Silhouettes
Set in the larger context of the evolution of international human rights, this cogent book examines the tragic development and ultimate resolution of Latin America's human rights crisis of the 1970s and 1980s. Thomas Wright focuses especially on state terrorism in Chile under General Augusto Pinochet (1973–1990) and in Argentina during the Dirty War (1976–1983). The author probes the background of ... Read more

$44.59 USD

Set in the larger context of the evolution of international human rights, this cogent book examines the tragic development and ultimate resolution of Latin America's human rights crisis of the 1970s and 1980s. Thomas Wright focuses especially on state terrorism in Chile under General Augusto Pinochet (1973–1990) and in Argentina during the Dirty War (1976–1983). The author probes the background of
... Read more
Impunity, Human Rights, and Democracy

Chile and Argentina, 1990-2005

by Thomas C. Wright ...

Universal human rights standards were adopted in 1948, but in the 1970s and 1980s, violent dictatorships in Argentina and Chile flagrantly defied the new protocols. Chilean general Augusto Pinochet and the Argentine military employed state terrorism in their quest to eradicate Marxism and other forms of “subversion.” Pinochet constructed an iron shield of impunity for himself and the military in ... Read more

$18.99 USD

Universal human rights standards were adopted in 1948, but in the 1970s and 1980s, violent dictatorships in Argentina and Chile flagrantly defied the new protocols. Chilean general Augusto Pinochet and the Argentine military employed state terrorism in their quest to eradicate Marxism and other forms of “subversion.” Pinochet constructed an iron shield of impunity for himself and the military in
... Read more
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Just Desserts

The Bennett House, Book 1

by Crystal Nichols ...

Narrated by Olivia Wright, Thomas Oakley ...

Series Audiobook 1 - The Bennett House
Unabridged

13 hours 8 min

IslaWhat do you do when your whole life unravels in front of your eyes? How do you handle betrayal by those closest to you? After catching my husband in a compromising position, I have some decisions to make.MylesAll it took was one glance, and I was knocked off my feet. Her heart is broken, the timing is terrible, her trust in men is shattered, but I'll do whatever she needs me to do. I'll take ... Read more

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IslaWhat do you do when your whole life unravels in front of your eyes? How do you handle betrayal by those closest to you? After catching my husband in a compromising position, I have some decisions to make.MylesAll it took was one glance, and I was knocked off my feet. Her heart is broken, the timing is terrible, her trust in men is shattered, but I'll do whatever she needs me to do. I'll take
... Read more
Latin America since Independence

Two Centuries of Continuity and Change

by Robert L. Smale, Thomas C. Wright ...

Series series Latin American Silhouettes
This book offers an innovative, thematic approach to the history of Latin America since independence. It traces continuity and change in colonial legacies that became central political issues following independence: authoritarian governance; a rigid social hierarchy based on race, color, and gender; the powerful Roman Catholic Church; economic dependency; and the large landed estate. Generally, ... Read more

$34.79 USD

This book offers an innovative, thematic approach to the history of Latin America since independence. It traces continuity and change in colonial legacies that became central political issues following independence: authoritarian governance; a rigid social hierarchy based on race, color, and gender; the powerful Roman Catholic Church; economic dependency; and the large landed estate. Generally,
... Read more
Inflection Point: Biden, Trump, and the Future World Order | A Lowy Institute Paper: Penguin Special

by Thomas Wright ...

‘I would like to share with you what I saw.’The old international order is over, and a competition is underway to determine what comes next. Inflection Point is an insider account of how the Biden administration handled global crises and what is to come under Trump and beyond. Written by a senior member of President Biden’s National Security Council, this book argues there are now two Americas – ... Read more

$9.99 USD

‘I would like to share with you what I saw.’The old international order is over, and a competition is underway to determine what comes next. Inflection Point is an insider account of how the Biden administration handled global crises and what is to come under Trump and beyond. Written by a senior member of President Biden’s National Security Council, this book argues there are now two Americas –
... Read more
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All Measures Short of War

The Contest for the Twenty-First Century and the Future of American Power

by Thomas J. Wright ...

Narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright ...

Unabridged

8 hours 4 min

The two decades after the Cold War saw unprecedented cooperation between the major powers as the world converged on a model of liberal international order. Now, great power competition is back, and the liberal order is in jeopardy.Russia and China are increasingly revisionist in their regions. The Middle East appears to be unraveling. And many Americans question why the United States ought to lead ... Read more

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The two decades after the Cold War saw unprecedented cooperation between the major powers as the world converged on a model of liberal international order. Now, great power competition is back, and the liberal order is in jeopardy.Russia and China are increasingly revisionist in their regions. The Middle East appears to be unraveling. And many Americans question why the United States ought to lead
... Read more

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London: A Traveller's Reader

by Peter Ackroyd, Thomas Wright ...

Series series A Traveller's Companion
Loved and hated in equal measure, London was for centuries the world's greatest city. Its streets, teeming with history, have always worn a variety of influences, reflecting the diverse crowds who have walked them. Its citizens have witnessed everything from pilgrimages, celebrations, acts of heroism and moments of religious contemplation to riots, executions, grisly murders and disastrous plagues ... Read more

$2.99 USD

Loved and hated in equal measure, London was for centuries the world's greatest city. Its streets, teeming with history, have always worn a variety of influences, reflecting the diverse crowds who have walked them. Its citizens have witnessed everything from pilgrimages, celebrations, acts of heroism and moments of religious contemplation to riots, executions, grisly murders and disastrous plagues
... Read more
The Life of Sir Richard Burton, both volumes

by Thomas Wright ...

According to Wikipedia: "Captain Sir Richard Francis Burton KCMG FRGS (19 March 1821 20 October 1890) was a British explorer, translator, writer, soldier, orientalist, ethnologist, spy, linguist, poet, fencer and diplomat. He was known for his travels and explorations within Asia, Africa and the Americas as well as his extraordinary knowledge of languages and cultures. According to one count, he ... Read more

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According to Wikipedia: "Captain Sir Richard Francis Burton KCMG FRGS (19 March 1821 20 October 1890) was a British explorer, translator, writer, soldier, orientalist, ethnologist, spy, linguist, poet, fencer and diplomat. He was known for his travels and explorations within Asia, Africa and the Americas as well as his extraordinary knowledge of languages and cultures. According to one count, he
... Read more
A History of Domestic Manners and Sentiments in England During the Middle Ages

Enriched edition. Unveiling Medieval England's Cultural Tapestry

by Thomas Wright, Asher McKenzie ...

In "A History of Domestic Manners and Sentiments in England During the Middle Ages," Thomas Wright meticulously examines the intricate tapestry of daily life in medieval England, illuminating the social customs, family dynamics, and evolving sentiments of the era. Utilizing a rich assortment of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and legal documents, Wright crafts a narrative that blends ... Read more

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In "A History of Domestic Manners and Sentiments in England During the Middle Ages," Thomas Wright meticulously examines the intricate tapestry of daily life in medieval England, illuminating the social customs, family dynamics, and evolving sentiments of the era. Utilizing a rich assortment of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and legal documents, Wright crafts a narrative that blends
... Read more

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