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The gripping story of an extraordinary life spent inside major disasters - from Hillsborough and 9/11 to Grenfell and Covid - from the UK's leading expert on disaster recovery.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFor the first time ever, an international coalition of leading researchers, scientists and policymakers has come together to offer a set of realistic and bold solutions to climate change. All of the techniques described here - some well-known, some you may have never heard of - are economically viable, and communities throughout the world are already enacting them. From revolutionizing how we produce and consume food to educating girls in lower-income countries, these are all solutions which, if deployed collectively on a global scale over the next thirty years, could not just slow the earth's warming, but reach drawdown: the point when greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere peak and begin todecline. So what are we waiting for?

'One of the great business books of all time' Punch'Wickedly funny' Daily Express'Hilarious' New York TimesThe original classic that revealed the truth about ambition, greed and excess in London and Wall Street, by Michael Lewis, the number 1 bestselling author of The Big Short and The Undoing Project.From mere trainee to lowly geek, to triumphal Big Swinging Dick: that was Michael Lewis' pell-mell progress through the dealing rooms of Salomon Brothers in New York and London during the heady mid-1980s when they were probably the world's most powerful and profitable merchant bank. Funny, frightening, breathless and heartless, Liar's Poker is the original story of hysterical greed and excessive ambition, one that is now more potent and enthralling than ever.

David Graeber is a Professor of Anthropology at the London School of Economics. His many books include The Utopia of Rules, The Democracy Project and the bestselling Debt: The First 5,000 Years. A frequent guest on the BBC, he writes for, among others, the Guardian, Strike!, the Baffler and New Left Review. He lives in London.

Who's going to provide for your future? There's a crisis looming in pensions. Investing in property is time-consuming and risky. This work sets out the five key numbers that really count when you're buying stocks and shares; and explains how to use new Internet tools to simplify research.

Market Wizards, Updated, is an engaging and insightful book written by Jack D. Schwager. Published in 2012 by John Wiley & Sons Inc, this book belongs to the genre of finance and investment. The book introduces readers to some of the world's top traders and explores the expertise and skills that set them apart. It provides a blend of wisdom, analysis, and practical advice about trading systems and approaches, all told in a compelling narrative. The author, Schwager, is a renowned industry expert in finance, and his writing style makes complex concepts accessible to both new and experienced traders. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of the financial market. Published by John Wiley & Sons Inc, a leading global publishing company, you can be assured of the book's high-quality content and production.

Best Loser Wins is an intimate insight into one of the most prolific high-stake retail traders in the world. Tom Hougaard is the winner of multiple trading competitions and on one occasion traded the equivalent of $30,000 into more than $1.3 million over the course of a year.While the average retail trader risks $10 per point in the underlying asset, Tom Hougaard frequently risks up to $3,500 per point. This risk exposure requires a mindset that is out of the ordinary.Normal thinking leads to normal results. For exceptional results, traders must think differently.This book will guide and inspire you in ways no other trading book has. It is not about strategies and money management. It is about mind management. Tom Hougaard provides a unique and refreshingly personal account of how an ordinary trader elevated his game to incredible heights by focusing as much on his mental approach as on his technical analysis.Best Loser Wins explains how you, by thinking differently when you are trading, can elevate your game from mediocre and sporadic, to excellent and consistent. No amount of technical analysis will ever do that for you.Tom Hougaard says, "People don't fail because they don't know enough about technical analysis. They fail because they don't understand what the markets are doing to their minds." Best Loser Wins is an antidote to conventional and flawed thinking in trading, and a blueprint for a new belief system for traders who want to elevate their results to levels they never dreamed they could reach.

Cipolla, the late, noted professor of economic history at the University of California, Berkeley, created a vitally important economic model that would allow us to detect, know and neutralise this threat: The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity.

'The best business book I've ever read.' Bill Gates, Wall Street Journal'The Michael Lewis of his day.' New York TimesWhat do the $350 million Ford Motor Company disaster known as the Edsel, the fast and incredible rise of Xerox, and the unbelievable scandals at General Electric and Texas Gulf Sulphur have in common? Each is an example of how an iconic company was defined by a particular moment of fame or notoriety. These notable and fascinating accounts are as relevant today to understanding the intricacies of corporate life as they were when the events happened.Stories about Wall Street are infused with drama and adventure and reveal the machinations and volatile nature of the world of finance. John Brooks's insightful reportage is so full of personality and critical detail that whether he is looking at the astounding market crash of 1962, the collapse of a well-known brokerage firm, or the bold attempt by American bankers to save the British pound, one gets the sense that history really does repeat itself.This business classic written by longtime New Yorker contributor John Brooks is an insightful and engaging look into corporate and financial life in America.

Why Nations Fail is a thought-provoking book authored by Daron Acemoglu, published in 2013 by Profile Books Ltd. This insightful book delves into the intriguing subject of why some nations are rich and others poor, divided by wealth and poverty, health and sickness, food and famine. Acemoglu, through his extensive research and compelling arguments, attempts to answer these questions that have been the focal point of economists and policy-makers. The book is an exploration of the different paths nations take towards success or failure, guided by their political and economic choices. The author brilliantly combines history, politics, and economics to provide a comprehensive view of the world's nations. This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the complex dynamics that determine a nation's prosperity or poverty. Published by Profile Books Ltd, it's a significant addition to the genre of economic literature.

'A book of big questions, and big answers' Yuval Noah Harari, bestselling author of Sapiens Why has human history unfolded so differently across the globe?

Two Harvard professors explain the dangerous world we face today. Democracies can die with a coup d' tat - or they can die slowly. This happens most deceptively when in piecemeal fashion, with the election of an authoritarian leader, the abuse of governmental power and the complete repression of opposition. All three steps are being taken around the world - not least with the election of Donald Trump - and we must all understand how we can stop them.In How Democracies Die, Harvard professors Steven Levitsky and Daniel Ziblatt draw insightful lessons from across history - from the rule of General Augusto Pinochet in Chile to the quiet undermining of Turkey's constitutional system by President Recip Erdogan - to shine a light on regime breakdown across the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Notably they point to the dangers of an authoritarian leader faced with a major crisis. Based on years of research, they present a deep understanding of how and why democracies die; an alarming analysis of how democracy is being subverted today in the US and beyond; and a guide for maintaining and repairing a threatened democracy, for governments, political parties and individuals. History doesn't repeat itself. But we can protect our democracy by learning its lessons, before it's too late.

Thomas Piketty's Capital in the Twenty-First Century showed that capitalism, left to itself, generates deepening inequality. In this audacious follow-up, he challenges us to revolutionize how we think about ideology and history, exposing the ideas that have sustained inequality since premodern times and outlining a fairer economic system.

Introducing 'The Big Con', a riveting masterpiece written by the renowned author, Mariana Mazzucato. Published in the year 2023, this book has quickly become a must-have on every reader's list. The genre of this book is not just confined to one category but transcends boundaries making it a unique read. The story unfolds with gripping suspense and keeps you hooked until the very last page. Mariana Mazzucato, with her exquisite storytelling, takes you on a journey that is both intriguing and enlightening. Published by Penguin Books Ltd (UK), 'The Big Con' is a testament to the author's prowess and creativity. If you are looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat and make you ponder, then 'The Big Con' is the one for you.

'A groundbreaking work . . . Federici has become a crucial figure for . . . a new generation of feminists' Rachel Kushner, author of The Mars RoomA cult classic since its publication in the early years of this century, Caliban and the Witch is Silvia Federici's history of the body in the transition to capitalism. Moving from the peasant revolts of the late Middle Ages through the European witch-hunts, the rise of scientific rationalism and the colonisation of the Americas, it gives a panoramic account of the often horrific violence with which the unruly human material of pre-capitalist societies was transformed into a set of predictable and controllable mechanisms. It Is a study of indigenous traditions crushed, of the enclosure of women's reproductive powers within the nuclear family, and of how our modern world was forged in blood.'Rewarding . . . allows us to better understand the intimate relationship between modern patriarchy, the rise of the nation state and the transition from feudalism to capitalism' Guardian

Title: A Beginner's Guide to the Stock Market, Author: Matthew R Kratter, Publication Year: 2019-05-21, Publisher: Independently Published, Language: eng

THE OUTRAGEOUS NO.1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER, NOW AN OSCAR- AND BAFTA-WINNING FILM From the jungles of the trading floor to the casinos of Las Vegas, The Big Short, Michael Lewis's No.1 bestseller, tells the story of the misfits, renegades and visionaries who saw that the biggest credit bubble of all time was about to burst, bet against the banking system - and made a killing. 'In the hands of Michael Lewis, anything is possible ... if you want to know how a nation lost its financial mind - and have a good laugh finding out - this is the book to read' Sunday Times 'Magnificent ... a perfect storm of brilliant writer meeting big subject' Guardian 'A triumph ... riveting ... The Big Short reads like a thriller' The Times'A terrifying story, superbly well told' Daily Telegraph'A rollicking good yarn' Financial Times 'Probably the single best piece of financial journalism ever written' Reuters

Scarcity is a captivating book penned by the renowned author, Sendhil Mullainathan. Published in 2014 by Penguin Books Ltd, this masterpiece delves into the intriguing concept of scarcity, exploring its implications and effects on human behavior and decision-making. Mullainathan, a distinguished scholar in the field of behavioral economics, uses his expertise to unravel the complexities of this subject in an engaging and accessible manner. The book falls under the genre of non-fiction, specifically in the realm of economics and psychology. It's a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the profound impact of scarcity on our lives and society. Be sure to grab your copy of this enlightening book from Penguin Books Ltd, and delve into the fascinating world of scarcity as seen through the eyes of Sendhil Mullainathan.

Stock market multimillionaire at 26. Federal convict at 36. The iconic true story of greed, power and excess.THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER AND MAJOR MOVIE SENSATION, DIRECTED BY MARTIN SCORSESE AND STARRING LEONARDO DICAPRIO'What separates Jordan's story from others like it, is the brutal honesty.' - Leonardo DiCaprioBy day he made thousands of dollars a minute. By night he spent it as fast as he could. From the binge that sunk a 170-foot motor yacht and ran up a $700,000 hotel tab, to the wife and kids who waited for him for at home, and the fast-talking, hard-partying young stockbrokers who called him king and did his bidding, here, in Jordan Belfort's own words, is the story of the ill-fated genius they called THE WOLF OF WALL STREET.In the 1990s Jordan Belfort became one of the most infamous names in American finance: a brilliant, conniving stock-chopper who led his merry mob on a wild ride out of the canyons of Wall Street and into a massive office on Long Island. It's an extraordinary story of greed, power and excess no one could invent - and then it all came crashing down.'The outrageous memoirs of the real Gordon Gekko' Daily Mail'Reads like a cross between Tom Wolfe's Bonfire of the Vanities and Scorsese's Goodfellas' Sunday Times

Philosophy of Science tager afsæt i de studerendes fremtid som vidensarbejdere.Bogen kombinerer en grundig gennemgang af videnskabsteoretiske positioner og problemstillinger med en perspektivering til vidensarbejdernes udfordringer i virksomheder og organisationer og til, hvordan de studerende selv kan arbejde med teorierne. Stoffet præsenteres tilgængeligt og overskueligt, bl.a. gennem opsummerende kapitler, fremhævning af nøglebegreber, samt arbejds- og refleksionsspørgsmål. Bogens findes også i en dansk paralleludgave.

Warren Buffett and the Interpretation of Financial Statements is a compelling read authored by David Clark. Published in 2011 by Simon & Schuster Ltd, this book delves into the world of finance and investment. The book belongs to the genre of financial literature and offers an insightful look into the methods used by Warren Buffett to interpret financial statements. David Clark, a renowned author in this field, meticulously explains the strategies and techniques used by Buffett. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to understand financial statements from the viewpoint of one of the world's most successful investors. Published by Simon & Schuster Ltd, this book is a must-have for those interested in finance and investment.