The Gloss of Harmony: The Politics of Policy Making in Multilateral Organisations (Anthropology, Culture and Society)

The Gloss of Harmony focuses on agencies of the United Nations, examining the paradox of entrusting relatively powerless and underfunded organisations with the responsibility of tackling some of the essential problems of our time. The book shows how international organisations shape the world in often unexpected and unpredictable ways.The authors of this collection look not only at the official objectives and unintended consequences of international governance but also at how international organisations involve collective and individual actors in policy making, absorb critique, attempt to neutralise political conflict and create new political fields with local actors and national governments.The Gloss of Harmony identifies the micro-social processes and complexities within multilateral organisations which have, up to now, been largely invisible. This book will have wide appeal not only to students and academics in anthropology, business studies and sociology but also to all practitioners concerned with international governance.

The Gloss of Harmony: The Politics of Policy-Making in Multilateral Organisations (Anthropology, Culture and Society)

Müller, Birgit

Foreign & International Law

Pluto Press

Disenchantment with Market Economics: East Germans and Western Capitalism (European Anthropology in Translation, 1)

The life-worlds and personal experiences of workers and employees in three enterprises in East Berlin at the moment of political and economic upheaval stand at the centre of the book. It sets out in 1989 at the moment of the fall of the Berlin Wall witnessing the confrontations with the market economy and examining the reinterpretations of the socialist past as the political and economic changes take place. Disenchantment with Market Economics captures a unique moment in history and unveils myths and promises of liberal market economy from the perspective of those who lived through the break down of the planned economy at their workplaces in East Berlin. While Western managers regarded the expansion of their businesses towards Eastern Europe as a civilising mission, the East German employees reacted with complex strategies of individual adaptation and resistance.

Business & Money

Economics

Berghahn Books

The life-worlds and personal experiences of workers and employees in three enterprises in East Berlin at the moment of political and economic upheaval stand at the centre of the book. It sets out in 1989 at the moment of the fall of the Berlin Wall witnessing the confrontations with the market economy and examining the reinterpretations of the socialist past as the political and economic changes take place. Disenchantment with Market Economics captures a unique moment in history and unveils myths and promises of liberal market economy from the perspective of those who lived through the break down of the planned economy at their workplaces in East Berlin. While Western managers regarded the expansion of their businesses towards Eastern Europe as a civilising mission, the East German employees reacted with complex strategies of individual adaptation and resistance.

Hafen Hamburg. Port of Hamburg. Panoramen und Reportagen.

Petzold, Eberhard

Europäische Verlagsanstalt

Researched and written by local correspondents, Nelles Guides are updated on a regular basis to provide only the very latest information. A well-rounded introduction delves into the culture and history of Mexico, tempting you to explore. The "What to See & Do" section covers everything from sightseeing, driving tours and adventurous excursions, museums and galleries. You'll find detailed entries for restaurants, shopping, entertainment, festivals and more. All accommodations are categorized by price level, making it easy for you to select a place that suits your budget. Practical travel issues – health concerns, currency, transportation, climate & clothing, visa requirements – are also given.  Illustrated with over 160 color photos and maps. Fully indexed.

Explore the World Nelles Guide Mexico (Nelles Guides)

Greenhaw, Wayne

Budd, Jim

Morris, Eleanor S.

Brooke, Bob

Andrist, Marilen

Engelkraut, Ortrun

Harris, Arthur S.

Fernandez, Patricia Quintana

Radke, Volker W.

Schutz-Gormsen, Jutta

De LA Cuesta, Anne Schumacher

Wöbcke, Manfred

MASTRETTA, ÁNGELES

Travel

Hunter Pub Inc

Krafttraining für Frauen

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Exercise & Fitness

Novagenics

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