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The Vietnam War 1956-1975

March 25, 2015

The Vietnam War was arguably the most important event, or series of events, of the “American Century.” America entered the brutal conflict certain of its Cold War doctrines and certain of its moral mission to save the world from the advance of communism. As this book explains, however, the war was not at all what […]
In Retrospect: The Tragedy and Lessons of Vietnam

March 25, 2015

The #1 national bestseller–an indispensable document for anyone interested in the Vietnam War. McNamara’s controversial book tells the inside and personal story of America’s descent into Vietnam from a unique point of view, and is one of the most enlightening books about government ever written. This new edition features a new Foreword by McNamara. of […]
Clash of The Carriers: The True Story of the Marianas Turkey Shoot of World War II

March 25, 2015

In June, 1944, American and Japanese carrier fleets made their way through the Philippine Sea, both hoping to take control of the vital Marianas Islands. When they met, they embarked upon a naval engagement that escalated into the most spectacular aircraft carrier battle in history. Here is the true account of the battle, told from […]
The Voice of Asia: Two Leaders Discuss the Coming Century

March 25, 2015

Mohamad, Malaysia’s prime minister since 1981, and Ishihara, a novelist as well as one of Japan’s most outspoken politicians, celebrate the renaissance of Asia’s economy and society, in dialogue transcribed from meetings and written exchanges. They discuss subjects such as Japan’s role in Asia, Wes Sale Price:$42.50 4770020430
Babylon’s Ark: The Incredible Wartime Rescue of the Baghdad Zoo

March 25, 2015

When the Iraq war began, conservationist Lawrence Anthony could think of only one thing: the fate of the Baghdad Zoo, located in the city center and caught in the war’s crossfire. Once Anthony entered Baghdad he discovered that full-scale combat and uncontrolled looting had killed nearly all the animals of the zoo. But not all […]
The History of the Sakya Tradition

March 25, 2015

No description available. Sale Price:$11.50 0950911909
Lee Kuan Yew: The Critical Years

March 25, 2015

Lee Kuan Yew: The Critical Years (1971–78) is a facsimile edition of Alex Josey’s second masterful account of Singapore’s formidable prime minister, first published in 1980 and simply titled Lee Kuan Yew Vol 2. Sale Price:buy at discount B00BYLLBZC
Jungle of Snakes: A Century of Counterinsurgency Warfare from the Philippines to Iraq

March 25, 2015

The end of the cold war promised a new era of international peace. Instead, violence has proliferated across the globe. What does history tell us about how this conflict will play out? Noted military historian James R. Arnold delivers an engrossing narrative history of a century of counterinsurgent warfare. Analyzing past campaigns—the United States in […]
Unavoidably Detained

March 25, 2015

August 1990. Saddam has invaded Kuwait. Within the month, all foreign workers will be held as “Human Shield” hostages. With the Iraqi borders closed and his visa cancelled, Douglas Brand, a former special forces soldier working in Iraq, has one month to flee the country. In a desperate attempt to escape, Brand is double-crossed, betrayed, […]
Kashmir in Conflict: India, Pakistan and the Unending War

March 25, 2015

How has the valley of Kashmir, famed for its beauty and tranquility, become the focus of a dispute with the potential for nuclear conflict? How does the Kashmir separatist movement challenge the integrity of the Indian state and threaten the stability of a region of tremendous strategic importance? As Pakistan and India square up for […]

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