Describes the key events of the Yeltsin regime - the coups and the power struggles - and the various characters surrounding Boris Yeltsin who engage in all manner of manoeuvering and corruption as recent Russian history maintains its chaotic course.

Inside Yeltsin's Russia: Corruption, conflict, capitalism

Kampfner, John

Cassell

Democratic liberalism v. authoritarianism – the ideological divide that defined the twentieth century. But when the cold war ended, “the end of history” was proclaimed. Soon the fire of freedom would burn worldwide, the experts said. And where markets were freed, human rights would inevitably follow. Or not. In the last twenty years, nations including India, Russia, China and the United Arab Emirates have disproved the idea that capitalism and democracy are inextricably linked. Emerging middle classes have proven themselves all too willing to sacrifice certain democratic rights – including free speech, an open media, and free elections – in exchange for prosperity. But they are not alone. We are all doing it. Alarmingly, Western democracy has adopted some of the attributes of that authoritarianism. Combining boots on the ground reporting with incisive analysis, award-winning journalist John Kampfner describes this alarming trend – one which has only been exacerbated by the global economic meltdown – and what citizens must do to counter it.

Freedom for Sale: Why the World Is Trading Democracy for Security

Business & Money

Economics

Basic Books

Blair's Wars

No Prime Minister in modern times has led Britain into as many wars as Tony Blair. In seven years in office he has committed soldiers to action in Kosovo, in Operation Desert Fox against Iraq, in Sierra Leone and Afghanistan -- and, most controversially, in the final battle with Saddam Hussein in 2003. It has been a dramatic course of action for a man who, until he won the 1997 General Election, showed only a rudimentary understanding of the workings of foreign policy. Combining page-turning narrative and revelation with an analysis of the philosophy underlying his adventures abroad, BLAIR'S WARS shows how this government has sought to be at the forefront of a new and turbulent world order. Putting the reader into the 'smoke-filled rooms' of Whitehall and Washington where the real decision-making takes place, John Kampfner draws on his unparalleled contacts within and outside government to provide a compelling account of the tensions, rivalries, deal-making and back-stabbing that have accompanied inexorable acquisition of foreign-policy control.

Politics & Social Sciences

Politics & Government

Gardners Books

Acclaimed as the best parliamentary performer of his generation, but ridiculed as a garden gnome, Robin Cook is seen as one of the most enigmatic and controversial figures in British politics. This biography provides the inside story of his public and private life.

Robin Cook

Biographies & Memoirs

Leaders & Notable People

Orion Pub Co

Freedom For Sale: How We Made Money and Lost Our Liberty

Simon&Schuster

Why the Germans Do it Better: Notes from a Grown-Up Country

Review\n"Despite the polemical title, this is a thoughtful, even-handed introduction to modern Germany." The Times\n"Excellent and provocative... a passionate, timely book". - Sunday Times\n"A fine new book... One of the best English-language introductions in recent years to modern Germany and its politics: thoughtful, deeply reported and impeccably even-handed." The Times\n"A rich guide to modern Germany... For the British readers this book is directed at, the implied contrasts are startling. German conservatism produced Angela Merkel, easily the most respected democratic leader in the world, while the English variety produced Boris Johnson. - Guardian\n"Highly readable and well-informed... [Kampfner] mixes historical sweep with vivid reporting to celebrate Germany's strengths and achievements. - Financial Times\n"A revelation of a book... with insights based on painstaking research and evidence gleaned from months crisscrossing the country... Kampfner's analysis is simply peerless. - Literary Review\n"A nuanced but compelling account... Kampfner marshals a convincing argument that other countries would be foolish to ignore Germany's emotional maturity and solidity. - New Statesman\nAuthoritative, timely and courageous, this is a compellingly readable book that raises profoundly important questions on history, our times and the future. - Philippe Sands, bestselling author of East West Street and The Ratline\nA lively, affectionate portrait... A paeon to Germany. - Irish Times\nPassionate yet carefully argued, Why The Germans Do It Better is a must-read. - James Hawes, author of The Shortest History of Germany\nWe need a great book on Germany as the Merkel era ends: this is that book. It confronts the country's history, and charts with authority and affection its modern course with lessons for us all. - Lyse Doucet, BBC Chief International Correspondent\nKampfner's admiration of what post-war Germany has achieved doesn't blind him to her imperfections. Why the Germans Do It Better abounds with sharp analysis and telling anecdotes. A lively, very readable introduction to a country we ought to understand a lot better than we do. - David Lidington\nKampfner roams widely in Germany and has a reporter's ear for the telling anecdote. He knows his history too. - Lionel Barber, The Spectator\nThere is plenty of good material here and the timing is impeccable. - TLS\nGermany's success in tackling the great pandemic of 2020 has surprised many. John Kampfner shows why it should not have done so. This is a compelling account of how, in two generations, a country adopted the principles of liberal democracy, then mastered them, and now has more to teach us than we might wish to admit - Baroness Catherine Ashton, former EU High Representative and former Leader of the House of Lords\nEmerging from a collection of city states 150 years ago, no other country has had as turbulent a history as Germany or enjoyed so much prosperity in such a short time frame. Today, as much of the world succumbs to authoritarianism and democracy is undermined from its heart, Germany stands as a bulwark for decency and stability. Mixing personal journey and anecdote with compelling empirical evidence, this is a critical and entertaining exploration of the country many in the West still love to hate. Raising important questions for our post-Brexit landscape, Kampfner asks why, despite its faults, Germany has become a model for others to emulate, while Britain fails to tackle contemporary challenges. Part memoir, part history, part travelogue, Why the Germans Do It Better is a rich and witty portrait of an eternally fascinating country.

History

Europe

ATLANTIC BOOKS *

A provocative and entertaining exploration of the country that Britons love to hate by one of our most respected journalists.

Social Sciences

Emerging from a collection of city states 150 years ago, no other country has had as turbulent a history as Germany or enjoyed so much prosperity in such a short time frame. Today, as much of the world succumbs to authoritarianism and democracy is undermined from its heart, Germany stands as a bulwark for decency and stability. Mixing personal journey and anecdote with compelling empirical evidence, this is a critical and entertaining exploration of the country many in the West still love to hate. Raising important questions for our post-Brexit landscape, Kampfner asks why, despite its faults, Germany has become a model for others to emulate, while Britain fails to tackle contemporary challenges. Part memoir, part history, part travelogue, Why the Germans Do It Better is a rich and witty portrait of an eternally fascinating country.

Warum Deutschland es besser macht: Ein bewundernder Blick von außen

Rowohlt Verlag, GmbH

Libertad en venta: ¿Por qué vendemos democracia a cambio de seguridad?

Sociology

Editorial Ariel

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