International Development

Noi tutti siamo in viaggio, o meglio in fuga. Gli eventi ci invadono, nel bene o nel male, rendendo impossibile qualsiasi elaborazione. E nulla di tutto ciò pare acquietare il bisogno profondo di sentirsi a casa nell'esistenza; anzi, la fantasia, l'immaginazione, ma anche i viaggi veri e propri non aiutano: qualcosa in noi sa che "essere a casa" è unaltra cosa, ha un altro sapore, una vibrazione differente. A un certo punto, viene il dubbio che il Reale sia qualcosa di diverso dalla realtà che l'umanità sta vivendo, agendo o subendo.

Lo Spirito del nostro tempo sembra generare un'intima rispondenza e una predisposizione al messaggio e alla visione della vita e del mondo propri allo Zen. Infatti, mai come ora il bisogno di ritornare alla condizione originale del corpo e della mente si impone, così da essere davvero protagonisti della propria vita. Eppure, nella vastità di opere disponibili, spesso qualcosa si sente mancare: un libro da solo, infatti, non è in grado di operare quel salto di qualità, caratteristico dello Zen vero, che porta a riconoscere il proprio volto originale.

In the last thirty years, the developing world has undergone tremendous changes. Overall, poverty has fallen, people live longer and healthier lives, and economies have been transformed. And yet many countries have simply missed the boat. Why have some countries prospered, while others have failed? Stefan Dercon argues that the answer lies not in a specific set of policies, but rather in a key "development bargain," whereby a country's elites shift from protecting their own positions to gambling on a growth-based future.

Is India ready to emerge as a world leader? Our times are characterized not by estranged Superpowers building formidable arsenals but by engaged societies building a robust global economy. Emerging countries are redefining the geo-economic (and geopolitical) dynamic. The twenty-first century...

In a world of constant noise and distraction, how do you find clarity, discipline, and purpose? In this powerful audiobook, best-selling author and thought leader Vijay Eswaran introduces a life-changing practice rooted in silence and self-reflection.

Former hostage negotiator, international peacekeeper and professional interrogator J. Paul Nadeau spent over 31 years as a police officer and specialist, studying human behavior and the art of friendly persuasion. Paul talked hostage-takers into giving up, criminals into confessing, and terrorists into cooperating, and he now offers his persuasion techniques and principles to you in this informative and easy-to-follow guide.

A simple guide to understanding economics. If you are baffled by continuing debates about inflation, unemployment or tax systems then Idiot's Guides: Economics is the audiobook for you. The power of economics to affect everyone's lives has become increasingly important in recent years, so...

Differences are the spice of life! But cultural differences can also be the source of embarrassing gaffes and miscommunication for business and social travelers alike. No one wants to make a cross-cultural blunder--especially one that could have consequences for crucial partnerships or even your entire organization. But when you seek to understand the origins of these cultural distinctions and develop strategies to cope with them, you'll find that you can navigate any culture--whether virtually or in person--with ease.

Irreverent, funny, heartfelt, powerful, and joyful, Stop Thought is a collection of her personal meditation experiences, transcribed from her live teachings with her students globally. Through deeply transformative talks and teachings, Michele Blood invites you into her own journey of Enlightenment, offering rare insights and practical guidance for your spiritual growth that you have always longed for.

Imagine living your life as an enlightened soul. Everyone holds the potential to reach Enlightenment, according to the contemporary spiritual guide Maestro Mio. Yet, amidst the confusion surrounding this pursuit, a clear and swift pathway remains elusive... Within You Are Not What You Think You Are, Maestro Mio dispels every myth shrouding Spiritual Awakening, revealing remarkably potent strategies for effortlessly realising your transcendental essence!

From one of America’s leading thinkers, a provocative diagnosis of the cause of America’s decline—and a searing indictment of those who caused it For nearly half a century, Americans have been bombarded by neoliberal propaganda promoting the lie that wages are objectively determined by...

Do you feel like you're merely existing rather than truly living, trapped in a routine that leaves no room for passion? Entrepreneur, economist, and philanthropist Vijay Eswaran lends not just his wisdom but his voice, guiding you to find your purpose and reclaim your life. Immerse yourself in the auditory experience as Eswaran shares stories, humor, and personal insights, along with practical advice gleaned from his journey to establishing a multi-million dollar global enterprise.

Flashpoint, coined by Austin J. Haines, helps you discover the imprisonment of limiting beliefs and trauma and transmute them into unlimited potential afforded by the experience of a Flashpoint moment. There is a defining moment when ones life or business positively changes permanently. This audiobook helps you create this powerful change.

From the founder of Mary’s Meals and the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Shed That Fed a Million Children, Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow travels the world encountering startling acts of charity and the power of generosity. Few people in the world are better placed to understand the role of...

The new world of results-driven aid that could put an end to extreme poverty Drawing on 2 decades covering global development as editor in chief of Devex, Raj Kumar explores how nontraditional models of philanthropy and aid are empowering the world’s poorest people to make progress. Old aid...

He's one of America's most capable, canny, candid, and independent financial experts. Now David M. Walker sounds a call to action. Comeback America is a tough-minded, innovative, inspiring guide to help us avoid the approaching economic abyss and put the country back on track again. As...

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A business leader and esteemed economic thinker outlines simple solutions to America’s five most pressing public policy issues, from healthcare to education to inequality. America today confronts a host of urgent problems, many of them seemingly intractable, but...

Dexter Roberts lived in Beijing for two decades working as a reporter on economics, business and politics for Bloomberg Businessweek. In The Myth of Chinese Capitalism, Roberts explores the reality behind today's financially-ascendant China and pulls the curtain back on how the Chinese manufacturing machine is actually powered.

“This powerful and meticulously argued book reveals that immigration crackdowns … [have] always been about saving and protecting the racist idea of a white America.” —Ibram X. Kendi, award-winning author of Four Hundred Souls and Stamped from the Beginning “A damning inquiry into the...

India's is a tale of private success and public failure. Prosperity is, indeed, spreading across the country even as governance failure pervades public life. But how could a nation become one of the world's fastest-growing economies when it's governed by a weak, ineffective state? And wouldn't...