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Capitalism, Alone by Branko Milanovic

Capitalism, Alone by Branko Milanovic

Capitalism, Alone is a thought-provoking exploration of global capitalism, authored by economist Branko Milanovic. Set in the modern world, the book delves into the dominance of capitalism as the prevailing economic system and examines the two key models shaping the global landscape: “liberal meritocratic capitalism,” largely represented by Western countries, and “political capitalism,” notably seen in China. Milanovic argues that capitalism has emerged as the only viable economic system, but his analysis reveals deep flaws and disparities within it. The book addresses global inequality, the tension between capitalism and democracy, and the rise of a new elite who shape societal…

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7 Analysis to “Funny Story” by Emily Henry

Funny-story

“Funny Story” by Emily Henry is a contemporary romance that blends humor and emotion with a deep exploration of human relationships and personal growth. Set in a small town, the story follows the protagonist, a woman in her late twenties, navigating the aftermath of a significant life change. As she copes with heartbreak and the challenges of starting anew, she meets a man who appears to be the opposite of her usual type. Their interactions, filled with witty banter and unexpected moments of connection, form the crux of the narrative. The plot is driven by the evolving relationship between the…

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7 Analysis to “It Ends with Us” by Colleen Hoover

It Ends with Us

“It Ends with Us” by Colleen Hoover is a contemporary romance novel that delves into the complexities of love, trauma, and resilience. The story centers on Lily Bloom, a young woman who has moved to Boston to start her own business. Lily’s journey is deeply influenced by her past, particularly her relationship with her first love, Atlas Corrigan, a homeless boy she helped during her teenage years. As Lily tries to build a new life, she meets Ryle Kincaid, a successful neurosurgeon with whom she quickly forms a passionate relationship. However, the dark side of Ryle’s personality soon begins to…

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The Shenzhen Experiment : The Story of China’s Instant City

For the greater part a year, titles have been packed with reports of well known protests and police restraint occurring in the most popular city in China’s Pearl River Delta, the previous British colony of Hong Kong. For considerably longer, Western columnists have chronicled the region’s marvelously aggressive nearby framework projects, from noteworthy new fast rail lines to an extension of unrivaled length that runs from Hong Kong to the previous Portuguese settlement of Macau and from that gambling club filled island to the city of Zhuhai in Guangdong Province. These foundation projects, part of a drive to make a…

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Swim Season by Marianne Sciuccio

Swim Season by Marianne Sciucco (Goodreads Author) Sometimes winning is everything. Champion swimmer Aerin Keane is ready to give up her dreams of college swimming and a shot at the Olympics. As she starts senior year in her third high school, Aerin’s determined to leave her family troubles behind and be like all the other girls at Two Rivers. She’s got a new image and a new attitude. She doesn’t want to win anymore. She’s swimming for fun, no longer the freak who wins every race, every title, only to find herself alone.- ADVERTISING – continue reading below – But…

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Drunk in China

Rookies to China are normally astonished by their most memorable experience with baijiu, the searing soul consumed at meals and family suppers, commonly contrasting it with stream fuel, paint stripper or drain cleaner. Indeed, even long haul ostracizes frequently shiver at the stuff. So could outsiders at any point figure out how to adore baijiu? Derek Sandhaus demonstrates it is conceivable. Yet, it takes some work, as he portrays in “Drunk in China.” A Mandarin-speaker and the following life partner of an American representative to China, Mr. Sandhaus sniffs his most memorable glass of baijiu and looks at it to…

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From Cronkite to Colbert by Geoffrey Baym

From Cronkite to Colbert

From Cronkite to Colbert by Geoffrey Baym is a book I have read at least three times. This text is extremely important for people interested in journalism and or media studies. This is a great book to have on hand because it discusses the evolution of what audiences believe a news anchor should be. I will make note of the fact that the book was originally published in 2009 and does not dive into a lot of what has currently been going on in the world of news, especially entertainment shows and satirical programs. As the title suggests, Baym stopped…

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The Undomestic Goddess

the undomestic goddess

Before I begin, let me tell you that I am an avid fan of Sophie Kinsella, of the Shopaholic fame. I’ve read (and loved) almost all of the titles from that series and I was very excited when I stumbled upon “The Undomestic Goddess”. Similar to her previous writings, Sophie Kinsella has kept a comic undertone throughout the story even when describing some serious dilemmas.

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Fangirl

Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell

Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell has quickly become one of my favorite novels. Cather, nicknamed Cath, has always relied on her twin sister, Wren, for companionship. Growing up, the two read Simon Snow and wrote fanfiction together. After their mother left, the sisters relied on the fantastical storylines they read and penned to fill a void, allowing them to fall into a magical mystical world and spend time together doing something they loved.

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Hart Broken

Hart Broken

Mickey Hart doesn’t do one-night stands. Until she wakes up in a luxury penthouse. With nothing but a t-shirt. And no idea who it belongs to. Enter Cale Windermere. Driven. Ambitious. Successful. And so gorgeous he could’ve walked straight out of a romance novel…

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