This book advances a new theory of why nationalism emerged in the modern world. In particular it explains why nationalism and economic development are closely linked, and why warfare plays a crucial role in the spread of the nation-state system. It is based on qualitative and quantitative...

Between pink Hollywood and the black wave -- A change in rhythm -- Modernism and the avant-garde in the struggle for socialism -- Life in the American style -- Conclusion. The American dream the Yugoslav way?

Wenn George W. Bush 2008 seine Präsidentschaft beendet und aller Voraussicht nach von einem demokratischen Politiker beerbt wird, dann geht mehr zu Ende als bloß eine achtjährige Präsidentschaft. Es ist das Ende einer geschichtlichen Epoche, das Ende der neokonservativen Bewegung, welche die...

"According to CPS data, men 65 to 69 were about six percentage points less likely to be retired in 2004 than in 1992. CPS and Health and Retirement Study (HRS) data indicate a corresponding difference of 3 percentage points between 1998 and 2004. Simulations with a structural retirement model...