In this major new study; Prasenjit Duara expands his influential theoretical framework to present circulatory; transnational histories as an alternative to nationalist history. Duara argues that the present day is defined by the intersection of three global changes: the rise of non-western powers; the crisis of environmental sustainability and the loss of authoritative sources of what he terms transcendence - the ideals; principles and ethics once found in religions or political ideologies. The physical salvation of the world is becoming - and must become - the transcendent goal of our times; but this goal must transcend national sovereignty if it is to succeed. Duara suggests that a viable foundation for sustainability might be found in the traditions of Asia; which offer different ways of understanding the relationship between the personal; ecological and universal. These traditions must be understood through the ways they have circulated and converged with contemporary developments.
#391360 in Books Maria Goodavage 2016-10-25 2016-10-25Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.30 x 1.11 x 6.25l; 1.18 #File Name: 1101984732320 pagesSecret Service Dogs The Heroes Who Protect the President of the United States
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful. A wonderful book as well written as her last two booksBy Mary Jo HigginsA wonderful book as well written as her last two books. If you want to know about service dogs; Maria is your go to girl. By the time you are done reading her books you just want to bring these wonderful dogs home with you. Thanks for a great read.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Extraordinary Book!By Jacquie S.I loved this book! I'm a huge fan of the author's previous books Soldier Dogs and Top Dog; so of course; I could not wait to receive my copy of Secret Service Dogs. I was completely immersed in the story of both the canines and their handlers. What a fascinating glimpse inside such a rare picture of the United States Secret Service. I was engrossed by the training; missions and bonds between the dogs and their handlers. I thought the section on how they carefully selected the dogs from a training facility in Indiana most interesting. I teared up more than once with emotion and with pride over these heroic dogs. You can tell the author has developed immense trust with the handlers as they have shared such extraordinary stories with her. I was going to take this book with me to read on the plane over the weekend.......but I couldn't wait; and so glad I didn't. I've already ordered extra books for my family and friends for holiday gifts!!!4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Great bookBy Christopher SalopekThis book does a great job of putting your hands on a leash and working a dog from a Secret Service Handlers perspective. As a law enforcement dog handler; I appreciate the accurate facts in this book. The feeling of respect and camaraderie we have with our dogs also described in great detail. I highly recommend this book to any of my fellow handlers and anyone interested in learning about law enforcement K-9’s.
