Politics

'A fascinating, passionate and political case for art's world-changing power, by a fizzingly good writer' - Robert Macfarlane'A rich and broad overview of socially purposeful art. Everyone interested in social change should read it' - Brian EnoIn Acts of Resistance, Amber Massie-Blomfield writes about the artists who have treated the protest site as their canvas and contributed to movements that have transformed history - from the musicians in Auschwitz to the four-year Siege of Sarajevo, from the to ACT UP's 1989 invasion of the New York Stock Exchange, to the Niger Delta and indigenous communities in Bolivia. Including stories and artists from across the globe, including Susan Sontag, Ken Saro-Wiwa, and Claude Cahun - alongside collectives, communities, amateurs and anonymous creators who have used their art as an expression of resistance - this fascinating book asks what is the purpose of art in a world on fire? Why are artists compelled to paint, write, dance and make music, even when the odds are stacked against them? And how can artistic creation be a genuine form of political resistance?Combining cultural criticism, history and memoir, Acts of Resistance is an urgent reminder that art can make a human life more bearable, and can be a means of building the things that a person needs to survive the bleakest circumstances. It is a testament to that idea, and to the people who have risked their lives to prove it is so. While their stories are remarkable, they are also a reminder that each of us can use creativity in defense of our humanity.

WITH A FOREWORD FROM SIR ALAN BATES'Jo is an inspiration', Monica Dolan, who played Jo in the ITV drama, Mr Bates vs The Post Office'My first big discrepancy came in the shape of a £2,000 shortfall that just made no sense at all. Of all the things that kept me awake once in the thick of the nightmare that unfolded, it was being stuck in that truly incomprehensible moment where the mere touch of a button suddenly turned £2,000 into £4,000 within three minutes on that cold December night in 2003.'Jo Hamilton was one of more than 700 sub-postmasters prosecuted between 2000 and 2014 based on information from the Post Office's faulty Horizon accounting system. She was told to put right a wrong she hadn't committed and pushed to the very brink of her existence - remortgaging her house, borrowing from anyone she could in order to repay money that she hadn't taken, and questioning her own sanity. Immortalised in ITV smash hit drama, Mr Bates v The Post Office, this is Jo Hamilton's extraordinary first-hand account of how she built a Post Office that was at the very heart of her community and lost it all through no fault of her own. For the first time, beyond the headlines and the corridors of the High Court and the UK's political institutions, we will finally hear Jo's full story and the human side of this scandal as well as the untold struggle she faced during the biggest miscarriages of justice in modern history. Ultimately, this is a story of hope and the strength of community and the ability of a few to fight back against the odds.

Originally published in 1978 this book clarifies the implications of significant political theories and issues of the 20th Century which affected their work. Drawing on case studies from their own experience, the contributors underline the political variables facing the community worker, whatever the context.

Despite China's alignment with Russia being one of the most significant factors shaping international order, the dynamics of their historic relationships and the sources of China's alignment policy remain under-explored. This book investigates this by analysing the changes in China's national role conception from a cross-level perspective.

Local Governance Transformation and Citizen Engagement in Bangladesh offers a thorough investigation of grassroots democratic practices and citizen engagement in local governance in the country and situates Bangladesh's experience within the larger framework of developing countries.

In comparative politics and public policy, interpersonal friendship has been regarded as a matter that belongs to the private domain, rather than a site for government intervention. This book examines the ways in which friendship has been perceived in comparative politics, and the barriers to friendship that exist in capitalist society.

This book provides unique value by developing an institutional analytical framework for energy cluster policies, identifying the conditions for the development of energy clusters, and proposing actionable policy recommendations in this area.

Motin examines the intricate relationship between the rise of new powers in bipolar international systems and the policies of the existing great powers; exploring the understudied problem of the rarity of armed emergence after 1945, he proposes a novel theory of why and when states resort to military conquest to become great powers.

This book investigates the lived experiences of Africa's youth during the COVID-19 pandemic, tracing its impact on their mobilities, freedoms, and livelihoods. The strong empirical evidence presented in this book will be an important resource for researchers across African sociology, health, politics, and peace and conflict studies.

This book provides a comprehensive study of Japan's evolving relationship with China since 1949, tracing the shifting dynamics from a distant relationship during the early communist era to a more cooperative phase in the late 20th century, and finally to the growing tensions of the 21st century.

This book offers a sociological examination of the reasons why African Americans feel love toward their country in spite of continuing to perceive or experience racial prejudice and discrimination against themselves and other African Americans.

This book explores and traces the multiple pathways that led to the creation and production of transitional justice archives in selected Latin American countries.

Trapped by a blizzard in a small South Dakota town, a drifter with a haunted past confronts the secrets lurking beneath the idyllic surface. John Sole, seeking escape from his troubled history, finds himself stranded in a tight-knit Midwestern community. As he envisions a fresh start, a murder and a dead cop shatter his hopes, and a truck harboring a terrible secret threatens to unravel the town's fabric. Partnering with a local deputy, Sole navigates a treacherous web of deceit to find the killers and unlock the truth. But as he delves deeper, he realizes his own past may hold the key to solving the case and saving the town from darkness. In this gripping thriller, Glenn Trust weaves a tale of redemption, secrets, and the inescapable pull of the past. Can Sole unravel the mystery, expose the town's darkest secrets, and find redemption, or will his past forever define his future?________________________________________Praise for the Sole Justice series5.0 out of 5 stars - an incredible, complete read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The setting is wonderful as always and the story drew me in from the outset. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - A fantastic thriller series!

In a battle between small-time miners and a ruthless global conglomerate, a lone drifter becomes the only hope for a kidnapped girl and her desperate family. John Sole, a man living his life on the road, finds himself caught in the crosshairs of a bitter conflict between independent mine operators and a powerful corporation determined to seize control. Despite his best efforts to remain uninvolved, Sole makes a promise to rescue the abducted daughter of a mine operator, thrusting him into the heart of the struggle. As Sole navigates a treacherous landscape of greed and violence, he must face off against a team of professional killers hired by the conglomerate to eliminate anyone who stands in their way. With the odds stacked against him and time running out, Sole must rely on his wits, skills, and unwavering determination to save the girl and bring her safely home. In this gripping installment of the bestselling Sole Justice Series, author Glenn Trust delivers a pulse-pounding tale of courage, redemption, and the unbreakable human spirit. As readers follow John Sole's dangerous quest for justice, they'll find themselves on the edge of their seats, rooting for a hero who risks everything to do what's right. Can John Sole outwit the conglomerate's ruthless enforcers, rescue the kidnapped girl, and help the small-time miners protect their livelihoods, or will he become another casualty in a war driven by greed and power?________________________________________Praise for the John Sole series5.0 out of 5 stars - an incredible, complete read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The setting is wonderful as always and the story drew me in from the outset. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - A fantastic thriller series

They took everything. There will be justice. John Sole finds himself playing a cat and mouse game with the killers who took his family from him. When the cartel changes tactics and sends their enforcer, Alejandro Garza to hunt him down, he finally confronts the phantom killer. It's a face-off with life and death consequences. _________________________________________Praise for the Sole Justice series:5.0 out of 5 stars - an incredible, complete read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The setting is wonderful as always and the story drew me in from the outset. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - A fantastic thriller series!

John Sole's quest for vengeance leads him to a small Texas border town that hides a vicious secret. The former cop's hunt for the cartel that murdered his family brings him to Creosote, where he meets Isabella, a café owner. When Isabella's son rescues a captive girl, Sole confronts the dark underworld. Soon the ruthless men behind the kidnappings turn their attention to Sole and hunt him down. Forced to flee with Isabella and the teens, heartbroken, he leaves them in the care of a friend. Alone, Sole continues his pursuit, knowing it may cost his life. ____________________________________________Praise for the Sole Justice series:5.0 out of 5 stars - an incredible, complete read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The setting is wonderful as always and the story drew me in from the outset. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - A fantastic thriller series!

A haunted cop. A ruthless cartel. A quest for vengeance that will leave no one unscathed. When detective John Sole and his partner uncover a connection between a senator and a Mexican drug cartel, they set off a chain of events that shatters Sole's world. The cartel's enforcer murders Sole's partner, wife, and children, leaving him devastated and consumed by a thirst for revenge. Resigning from the police, Sole disappears into the shadows, tracking down those responsible for his family's murder. With each step, he edges closer to his ultimate target: the cartel boss who ordered the hit that destroyed his life. In this gritty thriller, author Glenn Trust takes readers on a heart-wrenching journey through the underbelly of the drug trade, where a man must confront the darkest parts of himself to find redemption. Can John Sole outmaneuver the cartel and exact his revenge, or will he become another casualty in a war without end?________________________________________________Praise for the John Sole series5.0 out of 5 stars - The first book in a binge worthy series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Sole Survivor is an action-packed, adrenaline fueled, roller coaster thrill ride. A page burner. 5.0 out of 5 stars - ...a cant put down series. 5.0 out of 5 stars - The story draws you in from the beginning5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't wait to read the next book in the series.

This book presents realistic alternatives to security policies based on nuclear weapons for the Northeast Asian region.

This book argues that-far from abandoning the oft-emphasized, but little realized promise of civic education as a means of cultivating critical thinking skills and democratic character-we should embrace it, proposing a reimagined civic education founded in teaching students in primary and secondary school law and legal reasoning.

This book offers an analysis on how organized crime operates in Spain and the security apparatus to try to contain it.

Offering a fresh perspective, this book seeks to strengthen a better reflection on the history of sociology and social sciences in Latin America, through a reconstruction of the content and context of Gino Germani's enormous production and its legacies and legitimacies.

Analyzing media coverage in cases where cultural heritage sites have been destroyed during conflict, occupation and war, this book highlights the important role media play in the preservation of cultural heritage when states or other combatants engage in human rights violations.

The book considers the implementation of, and challenges faced by, human rights protection within the prison context, and explores some of the reforms that Ireland has undertaken in this area over the past 15 years, including the introduction of a new complaint system and establishment of an Office of the Inspector of Prisons.

This book delves into questions of whether the European Commission is effectively regulating large corporations in Europe, and the public perceptions of the legitimacy of its decisions, by examining state aid cases, and when and how actors choose to politicise or depoliticise them.

This book presents digital placemaking as a new testing ground for urban democracy. Drawing on examples from Australia, China and Taiwan, it explores the participatory practices of digital placemaking and their implications on blurring formal and informal boundaries of decision-making and urban politics.

This is the first in-depth analysis of Ming palace eunuchs' place in the social history of Chinese art, examining the intricate intersections of art, politics, and palace eunuchs in the Ming dynasty.