In Trouble in Paradise; Slavoj Žižek; one of our most famous; most combative philosophers; explains how we can find a way out of the crisis of capitalism. There is obviously trouble in the global capitalist paradise. But why do we find it so difficult to imagine a way out of the crisis we're in? It is as if the trouble feeds on itself: the march of capitalism has become inexorable; the only game in town. Setting out to diagnose the condition of global capitalism; the ideological constraints we are faced with in our daily lives; and the bleak future promised by this system; Slavoj Žižek explores the possibilities—and the traps—of new emancipatory struggles. Drawing insights from phenomena as diverse as “Gangnam Style†to Marx; The Dark Knight to Thatcher; Trouble in Paradise is an incisive dissection of the world we inhabit; and the new order to come.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Kenneth R. GreenThe third volume of an excellent study of the Maryland Campaign but reads a bit like a text book.7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Outanding book and a most helpful study on the Maryland CamapignBy David MarshallShepherdstown Ford and the End of the Campaign is the third and final outstanding and informative work of Ezra Carman’s “The Maryland Campaign of September 1862â€. Students will enjoy reading this title which shows that the battle of Antietam or Sharpsburg did not end this most important clash in this Confederate movement. General Robert E. Lee led his troops back to Virginia after the draw in Maryland but intended to return at Williamsport. While Union General George McClellan intended to follow the Army of Northern Virginia into Virginia; the fight at Shepherdstown changed both commanders’ plans. In the end; the author successfully portrays the commanding General of The Army of Potomac resolution in fighting Confederate forces as well as his beliefs in his accomplishments that lived up to his goals.This wonderful study starts with a chapter on the fighting at Boteler’s/Shepherdstown’s Ford which ended the Maryland Campaign. The writer provides enthusiasts with a chapter reviewing the casualties and results of the entire time that Lee moved into Maryland. Interesting analysis is made concerning the interaction between McClellan; President Lincoln and Harry Halleck and why ultimately Lincoln replaced the commander on November 7th. Solid evidence is provided that shows how Union Generals Halleck; McClellan and Pope did not always work together with the best interest of President Lincoln and their soldiers. Carmen demonstrates the failure of Generals Porter and Franklin to act in conjunction with the orders of their commanding general at the battle of Second Bull Run which contributed to the beating that Northern forces took from the Confederates. The non-traditional viewpoint of McClellan and his assistance or lack of to Pope in the battle of Second Bull Run will have many scholars revisiting their beliefs and ideas. This treatment provides readers with information on over 1;500 individuals who help make this an interesting and informative final study.Clemens; an expert on this campaign; provides corrections to the first two volumes that scholars will find most helpful during research of the topic. The editor was helped in his efforts to complete this important text by Ethan Rafuse; Ted Alexander; Eric Wittenberg; Carol Reardon; Susannah; and Stephanie Gray. Savas Beatie provides Civil War buffs with three appendices; a bibliography and an index in this recently published book. This 336 page edition has four helpful maps produced by Gene thorp which adds to the experience of understanding this important topic.Savas Beatie has produced a most useful manuscript that will enable all students of this campaign to gain a great deal of insight and benefit from the read. With impeccable research; uncomplicated readability; and flowing chronicle; the thrust of this tapestry reflects the author’s deep knowledge. Carmen and Clemens provide an even handed and balanced appraisal that paints the topic in a new light. After reading this outstanding tome edited by the highly respected Tom Clemens; I intend to purchase the hard cover editions of Volume 1 and Volume 2. This reviewer recommends the purchase of this narrative which should be added to the knapsacks of all enthusiast and trampers.6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. An Excellent ConclusionBy Matthew BartlettEzra A. Carman’s The Maryland Campaign has already proven itself to be the pinnacle of primary sources when it comes to the autumn of 1862. After the first two volume’s publication; the third volume was not even existent in my mind; it was happy with the two. But when I heard that the third volume was coming; helmed by the excellent work of Thomas G. Clemens; I was ready for the conclusion of the series. But this third volume is not just the excellent conclusion to the work at hand; it also contains the errata and extensive notes Mr. Clemens has put into this. In the end; we have an excellent completed work which needs to grace the shelves of all Civil War readers alike. Ezra Ayres Carman was educated at the Western Military Academy in Kentucky and hailed from New Jersey. During the American Civil War; he fought with many New Jersey units and organizations and was appointed to the Antietam National Cemetery Board of Trustees after the war. Later in life; he was appointed to the Antietam Battlefield Board in 1894. Thomas G. Clemens; editor and annotator; gained his doctorate at George Mason University. He has published many magazine articles; book reviews; and is a licesened guide at Antietam National Battlefield. He is a retired professor from Hagerstown Community College and is one of the founders of the Save Historic Antietam Foundation Inc. The third volume of The Maryland Campaign: Shepherdstown Ford and the End of the Campaign; ends the account of the campaign as a whole not only on the military level; but on the political sphere as well before the campaign beings. Not only does Carman handle this subject masterfully; but Clemens offers incredible annotations throughout the text. I appreciate the accounts of Shepherdstown Ford from Carman as many authors I have read from the Civil War period usually end their accounts with the final shots of the major battle. Here; we have the aftermath. The chapter on the results of the campaign; mainly focusing on the losses; was fascinating as well. One of the most interesting chapters of the book was the one about Lincoln; Halleck; and McClellan. Mainly; the interesting part comes in the form that the chapter deals with events before the Maryland Campaign even begins. To see the political dealings before the campaign’s beginning was fascinating and one of the points which many Antietam books seem to gloss over. While this book is considerably shorter than its predecessors; it does not skimp on the informative narrative. This is a well done tie off to the series. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in the Civil War. Even though it focuses on the Maryland Campaign; this is a primary source which should be in the homes of any Civil War reader. It is one of the books which shows not only the excellent of the primary source; but the painstaking research of the editor which helmed the project. Mr. Clemens should be applauded for the work he put into these works; he should know that it will be greatly appreciated in the years to come.Matthew Bartlett
