Fairy-tales, myths and fables spark the imagination. They give us hints of insight, windows and snapshots of greater stories. On the surface, however, these tales are simply entertaining. But what if that's not enough? After Lines takes the classically told fairy-tale, myth, legend, or fable, and brings its hidden complexity to the surface - Stephanie Buosi (Editor-in-chief Erebus Press)
"Between the Lines: Secret Service Stories Told Fifty Years After" is a book written by Bvt. Major H.B. Smith, the Chief of Detectives and Assistant Provost Marshal General during the Civil War. This book is a collection of his personal experiences as a secret service agent, including detective work, tracking down Confederate spies, and capturing blockade runners. The stories take place in New York Harbor, Fort McHenry, Harper's Ferry, and more, providing a unique insight into the workings of the secret service during the Civil War.
This book explores the central economic and political issues defining the modern world. With contributions from a number of world renowned economists, a range of topical debates are discussed in an accessible and practical manner. The topics discussed include the current economic and political backdrop, global economic shifts, challenges within central banking and financial integration, the international monetary and financial system, and geopolitical tensions. Particular attention is given to the transition to a low carbon economy, the perils of public debt, the post-COVID-19 recovery, and the conflict in Ukraine. This book aims to envisage the economic challenges and opportunities that will be faced in the years to come. It will be relevant to students, researchers, and policymakers interested in economic policy and the political economy. Chapter-No.17 is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
