This book examines how technology shapes cultural change, from the emergence of capitalism to the age of AI. It analyses the shift to a consumer society, how we use goods for identity creation, and the questions new technologies raise for the future of work and culture.
This book covers retail space design and its effect on customer experience and consumer behavior. It proposes models and actionable recommendations, blending theory with reality. For students and professionals aiming to elevate their understanding of retail marketing and design.
Socialist Construction in China
In 1955, China’s leaders blamed economic problems on “capitalist anarchy.” Three decades later, they recognized the “irrationality” of their own planned system. This book examines the economic policies that brought about this radical transformation and made reforms a necessity.
History shows that civilizations collapse when they fail to adapt to change. Today, new technology threatens to destroy our own world. This book analyzes its social disadvantages—from fake news to its earliest victims—and asks what must be done to adapt and use it for the good.
Public Debts and National Sovereignty from the 12th to the 21st Century
Following a series of crises, the world economy is burdened by high debt and the dramatic costs of fighting climate change. What can we learn from history? Global solidarity is necessary to share the costs, and large multinationals and the wealthy must take on a fair share.
Computer use creates health risks, from muscular tension and poor diet to mental stress and Zoom fatigue. This book offers practical measures for employees and employers, with recommendations on diet, physical activity, and healthier online meetings.
Did the Gold Standard era exploit the working class? Did orthodox macroeconomic policies lead to Nazism? Was Ceausescu wrong to repay all external debt?
“A Moral History of Monetary and Fiscal Policies” by Valentin Lazea tackles these provocative questions and many more.
The form of money is changing. Are new digital currencies safe? Should the central bank issue its own? This nontechnical book answers these questions, exploring everything from blockchain and Bitcoin to the life-changing, phone-based money already used by millions.
Global Financial Frontiers
Dive into international finance with this concise guide. From its historical foundations to the US-China trade war, explore key concepts, emerging trends, and the impact of politics, culture, and climate change. An invaluable resource for students and practitioners.
The Ottoman World and the Western Economy
While the West developed a capitalist system that prioritized consumption, the Ottomans focused on balance and sustainability. This book compares the altruistic human with the self-interested homoeconomicus, and proposes a new understanding of ethics, economy, and civilization.
This collection of annotated essays discusses the relevance of evolving science to public discourse about climate change. The essays confront organized denial and disinformation, building support for informed decisions on how to adapt to and abate climate risks.
This book introduces valuation, explaining core concepts and the required calculations. A unique feature is its use of forward and backward calculations in worked examples, where an answer becomes a new question, enabling effective and enduring understanding.
Rethinking Heterodox Economics
Heterodox economics challenges traditional theories by considering historical, social, and political factors. This book helps economists and students understand the complexities of the real world, exploring inequality, sustainability, and financial crises from a new perspective.
Volatile fuel prices can bankrupt an airline. Hedging offers protection, but which financial instruments should be used? This book explores hedging strategies and the operational levers—airfares, capacity, and fleet size—needed when that protection wears off.
Area-Based Management Tools and Marine Fisheries
This guide to Area-Based Management Tools (ABMTs) in fisheries examines their impact on biodiversity and socio-economic issues. It explores their governance, the tensions they face, and pathways to increase their effectiveness, with perspectives illustrated by case studies.
Issues and Challenges in Trade
This book is a study of the issues and inter-linkages concerning trade, environment and sustainability. It suggests approaches for understanding their complexities in order to achieve balanced economic development, international cooperation and policy coherence.
This monograph explores the post-war revival of Ukraine’s economy based on world experience and advanced technologies. It offers practical recommendations for participants in reconstruction, while its approaches can be adapted for any country building a new economic model.
Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) is revolutionizing water quality monitoring. This book explores its application for detecting pollutants, toxins, and pathogens at minute concentrations, equipping you with knowledge for efficient on-site and laboratory analysis.
This book analyzes the financial, economic, educational, and technological drivers of environmental sustainability from a global perspective. It presents findings and recommendations useful for researchers and policy-makers to advance sustainable development.
Revealing the power of the New Economic Approach, this volume applies rigorous analysis to complex social issues—from love and family to crime and addiction. An essential critical resource for academics, researchers, and policymakers.