María Luisa Rodríguez Tapia Boeken

From the author of On Tyranny comes a compelling chronicle of the resurgence of authoritarianism across Russia, Europe, and America. Following the Cold War, the triumph of liberal democracy appeared assured, leading many to proclaim the end of history and anticipate a peaceful, globalized future. However, this optimism proved unfounded as authoritarianism re-emerged in Russia, where Putin leveraged fascist ideologies to legitimize the rule of the elite. By the 2010s, this authoritarian wave spread westward, fueled by Russian aggression in Ukraine and cyber warfare targeting Europe and the U.S. Russia forged alliances with nationalists, oligarchs, and radicals, seeking to undermine Western institutions and values, which resonated within the West itself. The rise of populism, the Brexit vote, and Donald Trump's election aligned with Russian ambitions, exposing the fragility of Western democracies. In this incisive work of contemporary history, Snyder draws on extensive research and personal reporting to illuminate the profound threats to democracy and the rule of law. He urges a renewed understanding of our political virtues, presenting stark choices between equality or oligarchy, individuality or totality, and truth or falsehood, while offering a path forward amid uncertainty.

Before Longitude no one remembered John Harrison. The Invention of Nature does the same for Alexander von Humboldt

"This book is written for people wanting to understand basic Buddhist principles and how to integrate them into their lives.... It will be of much benefit to its readers." —The Dalai LamaThis user’s guide to Buddhist basics takes the most commonly asked questions—beginning with “What is the essence of the Buddha’s teachings?”—and provides simple answers in plain English. Thubten Chodron’s responses to the questions that always seem to arise among people approaching Buddhism make this an exceptionally complete and accessible introduction—as well as a manual for living a more peaceful, mindful, and satisfying Life. Buddhism for Beginners is an ideal first book on the subject for anyone, but it’s also a wonderful resource for seasoned students, since the question-and-answer format makes it easy to find just the topic you’re looking for, such as:    • What is the goal of the Buddhist path?    • What is karma?    • If all phenomena are empty, does that mean nothing exists?    • How can we deal with fear?    • How do I establish a regular meditation practice?    • What are the qualities I should look for in a teacher?    • What is Buddha-nature?    • Why can't we remember our past lives?