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Matthew Fraser

    Deze auteur onderzoekt de aard van waarheid en leugen in een breed historisch landschap, van het oude Rome tot het moderne Amerika. Hun schrijfstijl is scherp en indringend, en duikt vaak in de complexe nuances van menselijk gedrag en maatschappelijke structuren. Door hun werk proberen ze te ontdekken hoe verhalen door de geschiedenis heen zijn gevormd en gemanipuleerd, en zetten ze lezers aan om hun eigen percepties van de werkelijkheid te overwegen. Hun schrijven wordt gekenmerkt door een diepe betrokkenheid bij de historische context en de impact daarvan op het hedendaagse begrip.

    Monumental Fury
    Throwing Sheep in the Boardroom
    In Truth: A History of Lies from Ancient Rome to Modern America
    • Spanning from ancient Rome to the modern Internet era, this comprehensive exploration delves into how various historical periods have grappled with the concepts of truth and deception. It examines the evolution of ideas surrounding these themes, highlighting the philosophical and societal implications throughout history.

      In Truth: A History of Lies from Ancient Rome to Modern America
      3,4
    • Throwing Sheep in the Boardroom

      How Online Social Networking Will Transform Your Life, Work and World

      • 344bladzijden
      • 13 uur lezen

      The rise of social networks like Facebook and MySpace is reshaping our self-perception, interactions, work dynamics, and business practices. This exploration delves into the forces driving the social networking revolution and its profound societal impacts. It highlights how social networks influence both individuals and organizations, particularly in the business realm. The new workforce generation is deeply engaged with social networking, prompting business leaders to embrace this phenomenon rather than resist it. The text emphasizes that the next generation of CEOs may possess unconventional skills honed in virtual environments, suggesting that the qualities developed in online gaming can translate to effective leadership. It challenges the misconception that Enterprise 2.0 is merely a product, asserting instead that it represents a revolutionary mindset that transcends traditional organizational structures. Meetings, often seen as tools of authority and exclusivity, are critiqued for reinforcing status hierarchies. The book argues that the Enterprise 2.0 model disrupts these hierarchies, empowering individuals through horizontal networks. By harnessing the potential of Web 2.0 social media, it aims to illustrate the transformative effects of these tools on traditional organizational dynamics, offering insightful perspectives on the ongoing evolution in business and society.

      Throwing Sheep in the Boardroom
      3,4
    • Monumental Fury

      The History of Iconoclasm and the Future of Our Past

      • 338bladzijden
      • 12 uur lezen

      Exploring the theme of iconoclastic violence, this book delves into our complex relationship with statues and monuments. It offers innovative perspectives on how to thoughtfully incorporate legacy into collective memory, aiming to enhance shared historical experiences in an inclusive manner. Through a rich historical lens, it encourages readers to rethink the significance and impact of public monuments in society.

      Monumental Fury