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Este libro hace un recorrido por las vidas de catorce personas cuyas historias estuvieron atravesadas por la guerra, y que decidieron apostar con determinación por la paz. Se narran tanto las experiencias que las marcaron desde la infancia hasta la adultez como los desafios que afrontaron y los soportes sociales y existenciales con que contaron durante su transito vital, con miras a desentrañar que las llevo a interesarse por lo comunitario y a apostar por caminos de construccion y accion politica. Con base en entrevistas destinadas a reconstruir los relatos autobiograficos de cinco victimas de actores armados guerrilla, paramilitares y Estado, cinco lideres sociales una religiosa, un sacerdote, un indigena, una maestra rural y un profesor universitario, dos exguerrilleros y dos militares, Obstinarse por la paz busca esclarecer, relacionando lo personal con lo contextual, y a la luz de las teorizaciones vigentes, la manera como se forja la subjetividad politica en contextos violentos.

El mar de sangre en México es generadopor un río de arsenales estadounidenses.Cada año, entre 72 000 y 258 000 armascruzan la frontera hacia nuestro país.La violencia vino del Norte revela el factor decisivo detras de la catastrofe que desde 2007 padece Mexico: la politica armamentistica de Estados Unidos. Sin el acceso masivo a esos arsenales, la masacre y la corrupcion nunca habrian alcanzado la escala actual.Este no es un trafico clandestino, sino un flujo facilitado por una arquitectura de la permisibilidad en Estados Unidos. El libro rastrea como la desregulacion sistematica de armas en aquel pais no solo permitio esta catastrofe, sino que la busco. Merced a su dinero y al poder que ofrece, la industria armamentista se volvio intocable.La violencia vino del Norte es una acusacion que nos obliga a mirar sin evasivas. El fuego no se encendio solo; fue financiado y armado hasta los dientes por un sistema que prioriza el negocio sobre la vida.La tormenta no se gesto en Mexico, sino al otro lado de la frontera. () Fue alla donde se desmantelo el sistema de control. Fue alla donde se vendieron las armas que aqui matan. Fue alla donde se protegio, con leyes y cabilderos, a quienes lucran con el desastre.

En las montañas de Oaxacahay una guerra de medio siglo,ignorada por millones…Justo ahí nació una historia deresistencia y dignidad inquebrantable.Mujer triqui es el extraordinario relato de una niña

¿Qué sucede cuando el sistema político cruje, los partidos tradicionales naufragan y un outsider irrumpe con furia para arrasar con todo? Esta obra colectiva, escrita por destacados miembros de la Asociacion Argentina de Consultores y Consultoras Politicos (ASACOP), no busca respuestas faciles, sino las preguntas urgentes que surgen de la eleccion presidencial mas desconcertante de las ultimas decadas. Javier Milei no solo gano una eleccion: desato una tormenta simbolica, ideologica y estrategica que puso en jaque las certezas de la politica argentina. ¿Estamos ante un nuevo ciclo historico o frente a una anomalia pasajera? ¿Que rol jugaron las emociones, los relatos, los estudios cualitativos y la demanda de cambio radical? ¿Que aprendio o no aprendio la consultoria politica de este suceso? Dividido en dos partes complementarias y un epilogo que reinterpreta a Sarmiento desde la logica del spin doctor, este libro combina analisis electoral, modelos de interpretacion y provocaciones intelectuales. No es solo un retrato del Milei candidato, es una advertencia (y una brujula) para comprender lo que viene.

¿Hay algún padre preparado para superar, soportar o sobrellevar la pérdida de un hijo?Sobrevivir a los hijos es el drama más terrible que pueden vivir unos padres. Este libro, basado en hechos reales, es el testimonio de Lucia, una mujer con una voluntad inquebrantable, de un espiritu forjado en la adversidad y templado por el amor. Soño de niña con dos cosas: ejercer la abogacia y ser madre. Y ambas las cumplio, no sin antes abrirse paso entre obstaculos que hubieran hecho desistir a otras personas de menor conviccion.Ni los cambios de ciudad, de provincia o incluso de continente, ni la escasez de recursos la disuadieron. Tampoco la fatiga o las sombras de la incertidumbre. Para llegar a ser licenciada en Derecho, hubo de aferrarse al estudio como quien se agarra a un madero en un mar agitado. Y cuando quiso ser madre, no vacilo, aunque el embarazo implicara arriesgar su vida misma.Con esta humilde obra se pretende rendir homenaje a quienes, con generosidad anonima, donan organos, tejidos o sangre: heroes sin capa que dan esperanza cuando todo parece perdido. Tambien se narran las injusticias cotidianas esas que el sistema ampara o silencia y que algunas son sufridas por todos los miembros de la familia, asi como las tensiones que, al calor de una herencia, revelan nuestras fragilidades mas intimas.Nadie esta preparado para sufrir un trance asi, y el dolor lo digo sin rodeos no mengua; solo aprendes a convivir con el. Pero mientras vivamos, ellos viviran tambien en cada pensamiento, en cada rincon del alma.

Tras el celebrado La hermana del medio, Fabiola Hablützel vuelve a los temas que la conmueven: adopción, identidad y derecho a saber. Este libro abre conversación —ideal para prensa y clubes de lectu

European history isnt boringits been taught badly. This guide resurrects the past through the dramatic narratives, fascinating personalities, and pivotal moments that actually make you want to keep reading, proving history is more compelling than most fiction when told through human stories rather than textbook summaries.Experience history through narrative: ambitious rulers making catastrophic miscalculations, religious reformers accidentally igniting wars, artists revolutionizing how humanity sees itself, scientists challenging everything their societies believed, revolutionaries changing systems then becoming what they fought, ordinary people surviving extraordinary upheavals, and chance moments redirecting entire civilizations. Learn how personal ambitions, love affairs, feuds, and miscommunications shaped borders, sparked wars, toppled empires, and created the Europe we know today.Understand major eras through their most revealing stories: Roman expansion through ambitious generals and political intrigue, medieval power through church-crown conflicts, Renaissance transformation through competing city-states, Reformation through individual conscience versus institutional power, Enlightenment through radical ideas threatening establishments, nationalist movements through cultural awakening, industrial revolution through human cost and innovation, world wars through decisions that seemed reasonable at the time, and Cold War through ideological battle. From forgotten turning points to famous events revealed with nuance, youll gain historical understanding that sticks because its built on stories that matter.

How do charismatic leaders convince intelligent people to abandon families, surrender finances, and commit unspeakable acts? This revealing examination exposes the psychological manipulation and systematic control that define destructive cults.Youll discover the specific recruitment tactics that target vulnerable individuals, how leaders establish absolute authority through isolation and dependency, the thought reform techniques that break down critical thinking, why smart, educated people fall victim to manipulation, the escalation patterns from benign community to dangerous extremism, and the psychological trauma that makes leaving nearly impossible even when abuse becomes obvious.Through analysis of notorious casesfrom Jonestown and Heavens Gate to NXIVM and modern online radicalizationthis book reveals the common patterns across different ideologies and time periods. Youll understand how cult leaders exploit basic human needs for belonging, purpose, and certainty, transforming those desires into weapons of control.This isnt sensationalized storytellingits a clear examination of coercive persuasion techniques drawn from psychology research and survivor accounts. Youll learn the warning signs of cultic groups, why families struggle to rescue loved ones caught in manipulation, and how recovery from cult involvement requires understanding the depth of psychological conditioning.For those concerned about loved ones in high-control groups, mental health professionals working with former cult members, educators teaching critical thinking and manipulation awareness, and anyone seeking to understand how mass manipulation operates in plain sight.

The most damaging crimes dont happen in dark alleysthey happen in boardrooms and corner offices. This revealing examination explores the mechanisms, motivations, and methods behind white collar crime and corporate fraud that cost billions annually.Youll discover how executives manipulate financial statements and earnings reports, the psychology that allows otherwise ethical people to rationalize fraud, common embezzlement schemes and how theyre concealed, the warning signs that forensic accountants look for, how Ponzi schemes and investment frauds operate at scale, and the gaps in corporate governance that enable misconduct.Through analysis of landmark casesfrom Enron and WorldCom to recent cryptocurrency frauds and insider trading scandalsthis book reveals patterns that repeat across industries and decades. Youll understand how fraudsters exploit trust, complexity, and regulatory weaknesses, and why detection often comes too late.This isnt sensationalized crime dramaits a clear-eyed look at systematic deception in corporate America. Youll learn how fraud detection teams work, what red flags indicate potential misconduct, and why prevention requires understanding the criminal mindset within legitimate business structures.For finance professionals seeking fraud awareness, compliance officers and auditors, business students studying corporate ethics, investors protecting their interests, and anyone who wants to understand how white collar crime operates in plain sight.

Some crimes dont just shock the publicthey reshape the entire justice system. This compelling examination explores the historic criminal cases that revealed critical weaknesses in law enforcement, forensic science, and legal procedure, forcing reforms that changed how we pursue justice.Youll discover how wrongful convictions exposed the dangers of eyewitness testimony and unreliable forensics, which murder investigations pioneered fingerprinting and DNA evidence, the cases that established Miranda rights and due process protections, how serial crimes revealed gaps in multi-jurisdiction coordination, the trials that transformed courtroom procedure and evidence standards, and why certain acquittals or convictions sparked public outrage that demanded systemic change.Through detailed narratives of cases like the Lindbergh kidnapping, the Sam Sheppard trial, and the Central Park Five, youll see how each tragedy or miscarriage of justice led to specific legal innovations. These arent just crime storiestheyre the painful lessons that built modern criminal justice systems.Youll understand how forensic science evolved through spectacular failures, why certain constitutional protections exist because specific individuals were denied them, and how media coverage of sensational cases has always influenced legal reform. Each case reveals both human drama and institutional evolution.For true crime enthusiasts who want deeper context, criminal justice students studying legal history, law professionals understanding precedent origins, and anyone curious about how todays justice system learned from yesterdays failures.

Behind the romanticized portrayals lies a darker reality. This comprehensive examination reveals the actual operations, strategies, and evolution of organized crime syndicates that built billion-dollar criminal empires through violence, corruption, and sophisticated business methods.Youll explore how the Italian Mafia rose from Sicilian origins to American power, the internal codes, hierarchies, and brutal enforcement that maintained control, how criminal enterprises infiltrated legitimate businesses and politics, the economics of illegal industries from bootlegging to drug trafficking, turf wars and power struggles that left bodies in the streets, and how law enforcement eventually dismantled major crime families through RICO prosecutions and informants.Drawing from court records, FBI investigations, and firsthand testimony, this book strips away the myth to show organized crime as it actually operatednot noble outlaws but calculating criminals who destroyed communities while enriching themselves. Youll understand the business logic behind territorial control, the psychology of omerta and loyalty enforcement, and why these organizations proved so resilient despite relentless prosecution.From the Five Families of New York to the Chicago Outfit, from Prohibition-era bootleggers to modern international cartels, this history traces how organized crime adapted to changing times while maintaining core principles of power through fear, profit through monopoly, and survival through corruption.For true crime readers seeking factual accounts over fiction, criminology students studying organized criminal enterprises, and anyone fascinated by how shadow economies operate parallel to legitimate society.

What drives someone to commit violent crimes? How do investigators develop psychological profiles that help solve cases? This comprehensive guide reveals the science and methodology behind criminal psychology and behavioral profiling.Youll explore how profilers analyze crime scenes for behavioral evidence, the psychological typologies of different offender categories, how childhood trauma and environmental factors shape criminal behavior, the distinction between organized and disorganized offenders, interview and interrogation techniques used by professionals, and the limitations and ethical considerations of psychological profiling.Drawing from real cases, established psychological research, and proven investigative methods, this book demystifies the profiling process. Youll understand how professionals move from physical evidence to behavioral insights, how they distinguish patterns from coincidence, and why some profiles lead to breakthroughs while others mislead investigations.From serial offenders and psychopathy to arson investigation and threat assessment, this guide covers the major areas where criminal psychology intersects with law enforcement. Youll learn the difference between Hollywood portrayals and actual profiling work, gaining realistic insight into how behavioral analysis contributes to criminal investigations.For criminology students, aspiring forensic psychologists, law enforcement professionals seeking deeper psychological understanding, and true crime enthusiasts who want to understand the science behind the stories.

Little Known Facts About Well Known People by Dale Carnegie is not written as a conventional historical or biographical work, but as a collection of striking, provocative stories designed to shock, amuse, and inspire. Each chapter is built around a bold claim drawn from the books table of contents, presenting famous figures through paradox, irony, and surprise rather than documented chronology. The result is a series of vivid narrative sketches that challenge the readers assumptions about greatness.Albert Einstein is introduced as a former school dunce, someone whose early failures stand in stark contrast to his later reputation as a "wizard" of science. Edgar Allan Poe appears as a poet who married a child and earned almost nothing for a decade of work, while Cleopatra is framed through her power to win the love of two of the greatest leaders of her age.Carnegie delights in unlikely transformations. Greta Garbo is remembered as once working in a barbers shop before becoming an icon, and Guglielmo Marconi as an inventor so disruptive that people supposedly tried to shoot him for creating wireless communication. Rudolf is evoked through haunting imagery of tragedy rather than royal grandeur.Power and success are repeatedly stripped of glamour. Catherine the Great rules an empire yet lives a scandalous private life; Napoleon Bonaparte keeps a bride waiting at the altar; Charlie Chaplin changes world history without personal thrill; and Walt Disney builds a fortune from a mouse and three pigs.Through these exaggerated, memorable contrasts, Carnegie suggests a single idea: greatness is rarely neat, dignified, or predictable. It is often born from embarrassment, contradiction, and astonishing reversalsmaking fame far more human than legendary.

In "Five Minute Biographies," Dale Carnegie masterfully distills the essence of significant figures throughout history, offering readers a panoramic view of influential lives in succinct, engaging narratives. By weaving together anecdotes and critical milestones, the book presents each biography with clarity, precision, and brevity, making it an ideal read in todays fast-paced world. Carnegie employs a straightforward yet captivating literary style, enabling readers to grasp essential life lessons and historical contexts effortlessly. Each biography is a testament to human ingenuity, resilience, and the timeless qualities that have propelled individuals to greatness across different epochs. Dale Carnegie, renowned for his groundbreaking work in self-improvement and interpersonal skills, brings his unique perspective honed through years of research and public speaking. His deep understanding of human nature and motivational psychology is evident throughout the book. Carnegies dedication to enhancing personal and professional lives through understanding others journeys likely inspired him to compile this collection of biographies, offering readers the chance to learn from those who have shaped history. "Five Minute Biographies" is highly recommended for readers seeking inspiration and insight into some of historys most remarkable personalities. This book offers valuable lessons distilled from their triumphs and tribulations, perfect for anyone looking to enrich their understanding of what drives success. Carnegies adept storytelling ensures that each biography serves as a catalyst for reflection, making it a practical guide for both personal growth and professional development.

Rediscover the overlooked trailblazers who cracked open uncharted realms, from Arctic voids to Pacific paradises. While Columbus and Magellan steal headlines, meet Zheng Hes armadas unveiling Africa, Nain Singhs Himalayan secrets for British spies, and Jeanne Barets botanical quests in drag across oceans. Dive into their grit: Nicollet mapping Minnesota wilds, Burckhardt infiltrating Mecca, and Inuit guides like Piugattoq steering Peary to poles.Each chapter spotlights one explorers odysseyperils faced, breakthroughs achieved, and legacies buried by politics or prejudice. Packed with rare journals, route maps, forgotten artifacts, and "what if" ripples on trade, science, and borders. Spanning 15th-19th centuries across Asia, Americas, and extremes, this narrative revives their voices through letters and logs. Learn how these shadows fueled globalization yet faded fast. Ideal for history buffs craving fresh tales beyond textbooks.

Spotlight the cunning queens who cloaked their power to command vast realms amid male-dominated eras. Wu Zetian shed widows weeds to seize Chinas throne via poison and plots, ruling as emperor for 15 years. Razia Sultana masqueraded as sultan in Delhi, wielding swords against assassins before betrayal. Nzinga donned warrior disguises to outfox Portuguese invaders, forging Angolas resistance empire.Uncover more: Artemisia I captaining Persian fleets at Salamis in male armor, Pingyang leading peasant armies to found Tang Dynasty incognito, and Khutulun wrestling challengers as Mongol khans veiled enforcer. Each profile details her deceptions, daring gambits, military triumphs, and toppled legaciesdrawn from ancient scrolls, court chronicles, and archaeological clues. Spanning Asia, Africa, and Europe from 500 BC to 1700s, this saga reveals how disguise fueled female dominion, reshaping borders and dynasties. Thrilling for history seekers craving hidden heroines.

Trace humanitys relentless chase to tame time, from Stonehenge solstice markers to GPS satellites syncing seconds. Egyptian water clocks dripped court schedules in 1400 BC, Romans iterated Julian calendars fixing seasons, and medieval monks swung pendulums for prayer precision. Leap to Greenwich Meridian wars deciding global noon, Gregorian reforms axing 10 days in 1582 Catholic lands, and French Revolutions doomed 10-hour days.Spotlight breakthroughs: Incan quipus knotting lunar months, Chinese candle clocks burning notches, Islamic astrolabes plotting Ramadan, and 20th-century quartz shattering mechanical monopolies. Loaded with dial evolutions, reform riots like Pope Gregorys backlash, leap second debates, and relativity tweaks to atomic cesium. Spanning equatorial obelisks to International Date Line quirks, this timeline reveals how time tools sparked trade booms, holy wars, and modern sync. Vital for curious minds decoding daily rhythms.

Crack open the gritty backstories of world-famous landmarks, revealing betrayals and bloodshed beneath their grandeur. The Eiffel Tower rose from Worlds Fair mockery and worker suicides, Statue of Liberty hid Egyptian slave origins before French gifting, and Taj Mahal masked Shah Jahans harem murders for his beloveds tomb. Unravel Mount Rushmores Native graves desecrated for presidential faces, Lincoln Memorials Klan rally site, and Great Pyramids 100,000 forced laborersnot slaves as myth claims.Each chapter dissects one monument: construction horrors like Christ the Redeemers lightning strikes killing builders, political ploys behind Berlin Walls "peace" facade, and Easter Island statues eco-collapse trigger. Loaded with blueprints, eyewitness accounts, forensic digs, and legacy twists. Spanning ancient wonders to modern symbols across continents, this expose shatters tourist tales for the raw human drama that forged stone giants. Essential for history fans digging deeper.

Peel back the myths to reveal the raw, hidden truths of historys giants. Beyond statues and speeches, uncover Cleopatras ruthless sibling murders, Einsteins love child abandoned in secrecy, and Queen Victorias opium-fueled rages. Delve into Churchills black dog depressions masking wartime genius, Frida Kahlos torrid Trotsky affair, and Lincolns rumored gay encounters amid Civil War chaos.Each profile exposes one bombshell: forged documents like Hitlers art school rejections fueling rage, Catherine the Greats horse myth origins, and Teslas pigeon obsessions hiding celibate madness. Packed with declassified letters, diary confessions, forensic reexaminations, and "what changed" timelines. Spanning eras from ancient Rome to 20th-century wars, this riveting expose shows how personal demons drove public triumphsor downfalls. Perfect for those craving unfiltered history beyond sanitized tales.

Unwrap chocolates epic 4000-year odyssey from sacred Mesoamerican brew to candy aisle king. Olmec shamans fermented cacao for divine blood rituals, Mayans traded beans as currency, Aztecs spiked it with chili for Montezumas feaststhen Spaniards stole it, sweetened it, and sparked Europes obsession. Follow Cortes smuggling pods to royal courts, Dutch presses unlocking cocoa butter, and Swiss inventors birthing milk chocolate revolutions.Track scandals: Quaker chocolatiers like Cadbury fighting child labor, African colonies brutal plantations, WWII ration bombs boosting morale, and todays fair-trade battles. Bursting with recipes from xocolatl potions to truffle hacks, trade route maps, flavor timelines, and bean-to-bar breakdowns. Spanning continents and centuries, this tasty history reveals how one seed ignited economies, addictions, and cultural iconsperfect for foodies and history lovers craving the full, bittersweet tale.