Michael Lind is een auteur wiens werk zich verdiept in geschiedenis en politieke journalistiek. Zijn literaire stijl kenmerkt zich door scherpe analyses en een heldere articulatie van complexe ideeën. Lind onderzoekt maatschappelijke en politieke fenomenen, met de nadruk op hun historische wortels en hedendaagse impact. Zijn schrijven wordt gewaardeerd om zijn intellectuele diepgang en zijn vermogen om tot doordachte reflectie aan te zetten.
The poems by Michael Lind demand a deep engagement akin to that required for classic literature. They invite readers to explore complex themes and rich imagery, offering layers of meaning that reward careful contemplation. Lind's work stands out for its depth and thoughtfulness, encouraging a reflective reading experience that resonates with the timeless quality of great poetry.
A sweeping and original work of economic history by Michael Lind, one of America’s leading intellectuals, Land of Promise recounts the epic story of America’s rise to become the world’s dominant economy. As ideological free marketers continue to square off against Keynesians in Congress and the press, economic policy remains at the center of political debate. Land of Promise: An Economic History of the United States offers a much-needed historical framework that sheds new light on our past—wisdom that offers lessons essential to our future. Building upon the strength and lucidity of his New York Times Notable Books The Next American Nation and Hamilton’s Republic, Lind delivers a necessary and revelatory examination of the roots of American prosperity—insight that will prove invaluable to anyone interested in exploring how we can move forward.
The book presents a critical examination of the Republican Right, highlighting the internal corruption of right-wing orthodoxy. Through a detailed analysis, it identifies significant turning points in the Republican agenda and raises alarms about party members who are fostering deepening class divisions and societal hostility in America. Michael Lind, drawing from his experience as a former protege of William F. Buckley, offers a thought-provoking perspective on the implications of these developments for the nation's future.
Examining Abraham Lincoln as a serious thinker, Michael Lind delves into the ideas that shaped his statesmanship during a tumultuous period in American history. He highlights Lincoln's commitment to defending liberal democracy amid global revolutions and his belief in universal human rights, while also acknowledging the era's racial prejudices that influenced Lincoln's views on slavery. By challenging popular myths, Lind provides a nuanced portrait that reveals both the strengths and complexities of Lincoln's character, enhancing our understanding of his legacy.
"Americans are unlikely to lose their cherished rights because of a military coup or a foreign conquest, writes Michael Lind. The more plausible and frightening scenario is one in which foreign danger forces Americans themselves to jettison their way of life, sacrificing liberty to ensure security. To prevent this scenario from happening is the real purpose of American strategy."
Widely reviewed and critically praised, Emmanuel Todd's After the Empire predicts that the United States is forfeiting its superpower status as it moves away from traditional democratic values of egalitarianism and universalism, lives far beyond its means economically, and continues to anger foreign allies and enemies alike with its military and ideological policies. As America's global dominance evaporates, Todd foresees the emergence of a Eurasian alliance bringing together Europe, Russia, Japan, and the Arab-Islamic world.Todd calmly and straightforwardly takes stock of many negative trends, including America's weakened commitment to the socio-economic integration of African Americans, a bulimic economy that increasingly relies on smoke and mirrors and the goodwill of foreign investors, and a foreign policy that squanders the country's reserves of "soft power" while its militaristic arsonist-fireman behavior is met with increasing resistance. Written by a demographer and historian who foresaw the collapse of the Soviet Union, this original and daring book cannot be ignored.
The book delves into the complexities of the Vietnam War, exploring the political miscalculations, military strategies, and societal impacts that contributed to the conflict's challenges. It examines the decisions made by leaders, the experiences of soldiers, and the perspectives of Vietnamese citizens, offering insights into the war's profound effects on both nations. Through a critical analysis, it seeks to understand the lessons learned and the historical significance of Vietnam in shaping future military and foreign policies.
George W. Bush and the Southern Takeover of American Politics
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Bush, it threatens the future of the United States - and maybe the entire world." "Fortunately, George W. Bush represents only one tradition in Texas. There is another, more enlightened Texan tradition - the modernist tradition of high-tech industry and activist government represented by figures as different as Lyndon Johnson, H. Ross Perot and Admiral Bobby Ray Inman. The best antidote to Bush conservatism is made in Texas, too."--BOOK JACKET.
The book presents a compelling analysis of the factors contributing to America's decline, offering a critical examination of societal and political elements at play. It challenges readers to confront uncomfortable truths about the influences and decisions that have led to this situation, positioning the author as a leading voice in contemporary thought. Through incisive arguments, it seeks to spark a deeper understanding of the nation's challenges and the responsibility of its leaders and citizens.
Das vorliegende Buch bietet neben einer übersichtlichen Einführung in die neue europäische Gesellschaftsform vor allem eine eingehende Ausei-nandersetzung mit dem vom Europäischen Gesetzgeber für diese Korpo-rationsform gewählten Regelungskonzept. Dabei wird das komplexe Zu-sammenspiel von europäischem, nationalem und gesellschaftsindividuel-lem Satzungsrecht strukturiert analysiert und in verständlicher Weise dargestellt. Trotz der dogmatischen Ausrichtung des Buches ist es gerade für Praktika empfehlenswert. Es nimmt nämlich einerseits zu zahlreichen konkreten Rechtsfragen, die insbesondere im Zusammenhang mit der Gründung auftreten, Stellung und zeigt andererseits den Gestaltungsspiel-raum für die Satzung einer Europäischen Aktiengesellschaft klar auf. Au-ßerdem wird auch der Gestaltungsspielraum für den nationalen Gesetz-geber in Form von Anregungen für das nationale Ausführungsgesetz zum Statut der Europäischen Aktiengesellschaft anschaulich präsentiert.