Despite the increasing flow of publications on globalization, our ideas and knowledge about this phenomenon still leave much to be desired. That is why the special periodicals and books in the field of Global Studies are of utmost importance for modern society. Of great importance are also the books which accumulate the last achievements of scientific thought in the field of Global Studies. The present edited volume is just the book of the kind. Its title, This Globalizing World, reflects the main idea of the formation of a new World System. This book comprises the best articles which have been published in the interdisciplinary journals Age of Globalization (published in Russian), its English-language digest, as well as in the Journal of Globalization Studies. The articles included in the volume reflect the today's pressing issues, and they also present a number of forecasts for the nearest future and for the more distant periods of the global development as well. In the present volume one can find the perceptions of globalization by a number of scholars from different countries, whose articles have been published in the mentioned journals. .

Despite the increasing flow of publications on globalization, our ideas and knowledge about this phenomenon still leave much to be desired. That is why the special periodicals and books in the field of Global Studies are of utmost importance for modern society. Of great importance are also the books which accumulate the last achievements of scientific thought in the field of Global Studies. The present edited volume is just the book of the kind. Its title, This Globalizing World, reflects the main idea of the formation of a new World System. This book comprises the best articles which have been published in the interdisciplinary journals Age of Globalization (published in Russian), its English-language digest, as well as in the Journal of Globalization Studies. The articles included in the volume reflect the today's pressing issues, and they also present a number of forecasts for the nearest future and for the more distant periods of the global development as well. In the present volume one can find the perceptions of globalization by a number of scholars from different countries, whose articles have been published in the mentioned journals. .

Despite the increasing flow of publications on globalization, our ideas and knowledge about this phenomenon still leave much to be desired. That is why the special periodicals and books in the field of Global Studies are of utmost importance for modern society. Of great importance are also the books which accumulate the last achievements of scientific thought in the field of Global Studies. The present edited volume is just the book of the kind. Its title, This Globalizing World, reflects the main idea of the formation of a new World System. This book comprises the best articles which have been published in the interdisciplinary journals Age of Globalization (published in Russian), its English-language digest, as well as in the Journal of Globalization Studies. The articles included in the volume reflect the today's pressing issues, and they also present a number of forecasts for the nearest future and for the more distant periods of the global development as well. In the present volume one can find the perceptions of globalization by a number of scholars from different countries, whose articles have been published in the mentioned journals.

This fourth issue of the Yearbook ‘Kondratieff Waves’ has the subtitle ‘The Spectrum of Opinions’, as its papers cover a whole range of problems. The Yearbook consists of three sections. The Introduction of this issue is dedicated to Nikolai Kondratieff's ideas which still are important to an analysis of the world economic situation. The first section (Long Waves in the Context of World Economy and Politics) includes five contributions devoted to the study of different spheres from economy to jihadism. The speeches of Kondratieff medal laureates are published in the second section (Kondratieff Medal: Winners' Speeches). It presents a very impressive collection of different views of well-known and young researchers. The last section (Reviews and Notes) includes Antony Harper's review of Leonid Grinin, Andrey Korotayev and Arno Tausch's monograph ‘Economic Cycles, Crises, and the Global Periphery’ published by Springer International Publishing. This issue will be useful for economists, social scientists, as well as for a wide range of those interested in the problems of the past, present, and future of global economy and globalization.

THE NEW INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE WORLD IS FLAT We all sense it: something big is going on. Life is speeding up, and it is dizzying. Here Thomas L. Friedman reveals the tectonic movements that are reshaping our world, how to adapt to this new age and why, sometimes, we all need to be late. 'A master class ... As a guide for perplexed Westerners, this book is very hard to beat ... an honest, cohesive explanation for why the world is the way it is, without miracle cures or scapegoats' John Micklethwait, The New York Times Book Review 'Wonderful ... admirably honest ... injects a badly needed dose of optimism into the modern debate' Gillian Tett, Financial Times 'His main piece of advice for individuals, corporations, and countries is clear: Take a deep breath and adapt. This world isn't going to wait for you' Fortune 'A humane and empathetic book' David Henkin, The Washington Post

Coca-Cola 2.25 L represents the classic and widely loved taste of carbonated drink from the world famous brand. This volume of 2.25 liters is ideal for a large company or a special occasion. The bottle has a characteristic dark red hue, as well as a recognizable red cap. Each bottle contains the same bubbles that made Coca-Cola so popular. By drinking this drink, you can enjoy its unique taste with friends and family, or simply give yourself a moment of freshness and pleasure. Coca-Cola 2.25 L will be an excellent choice for any event and will help create a festive atmosphere.

A large format board book of animals from all over the world, illustrated with charm and humor. Each spread in this big book focuses on a continent or ocean and features animals unique to that part of the world. Simple but charming, this is a great mix of world tour and day at the zoo, with plenty of room for spontaneous storytelling.

Thierry Mugler Alien L EDP 30ML is a captivating and luxurious fragrance that will transport you to another world. This set includes a 30ml bottle of the iconic Alien Eau De Parfum, perfect for those who want a smaller size for everyday use. The top notes of jasmine and woody notes create a powerful and alluring scent that will draw people in. As it settles, the heart reveals a blend of cashmere wood and amber, adding a warm and sensual touch to the fragrance. The base notes of white amber and vanilla provide a sweet and creamy finish, making this scent irresistible.

Thierry Mugler Alien L EDP 90ML is a captivating and luxurious fragrance that will transport you to another world. This set includes a 30ml bottle of the iconic Alien Eau De Parfum, perfect for those who want a smaller size for everyday use. The top notes of jasmine and woody notes create a powerful and alluring scent that will draw people in. As it settles, the heart reveals a blend of cashmere wood and amber, adding a warm and sensual touch to the fragrance. The base notes of white amber and vanilla provide a sweet and creamy finish, making this scent irresistible.

Thierry Mugler Alien L EDP 60ML is a captivating and luxurious fragrance that will transport you to another world. This set includes a 30ml bottle of the iconic Alien Eau De Parfum, perfect for those who want a smaller size for everyday use. The top notes of jasmine and woody notes create a powerful and alluring scent that will draw people in. As it settles, the heart reveals a blend of cashmere wood and amber, adding a warm and sensual touch to the fragrance. The base notes of white amber and vanilla provide a sweet and creamy finish, making this scent irresistible.

Discover a world of decorative ideas with this compendium of history's most elegant patterns and ornamental designs. The World of Ornament brings together the two greatest encyclopedic collections of ornament of the 19th century: Auguste Racinet's L'Ornement polychrome Volumes I and II (1875-1888) and Auguste Dupont-Auberville's L'Ornement des tissus (1877) to provide one lavish source book spanning jewelry, tile, stained glass, illuminated manuscript, textile and ceramic ornament. Encompassing classical, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Etruscan, Asian and Middle-Eastern, as well as European designs from medieval times through the 19th century, this compilation of cultures and esthetics offers a primary reference for artists, historians, designers and patternmakers, and anyone engaged in decorative design and impact.

Indulge in the timeless elegance of the White Queen Dress from Asian Spirit's exclusive Pankaj\&Nidhi capsule collection. This size medium\/large (M-L) masterpiece exudes sophistication and grace with its intricate embroidery, delicate ornaments, and textured lace details. A symbol of femininity, this one-of-a-kind dress is a true work of art that will make you feel like royalty. Perfect for special occasions, this dress can even be worn as a stunning wedding dress, elevating your style to new heights. Embrace the unique craftsmanship of Asian Spirit with the White Queen Dress, a symbol of beauty and sophistication. Step into a world of luxury and grace with this exceptional creation from the renowned brand Asian Spirit. Elevate your wardrobe with the White Queen Dress and make a statement wherever you go.

'This is not our world with trees in it. It's a world of trees, where humans have just arrived' This is the story of a group of strangers, each summoned in different ways by the natural world, brought together to save it from catastrophe. An artist inherits a hundred years of photographic portraits, all of the same doomed American chestnut. A hard-partying undergraduate electrocutes herself, dies, and is sent back into life by creatures of air and light. A hearing- and speech-impaired scientist discovers that trees are communicating with one another. Moving through history and across landscapes, this tree-filled novel unfurls our potential to destroy or restore the natural world.

Join the fairies and their friends with this fabulous A-Z guide to the world of the bestselling and much-loved Rainbow Magic! No Rainbow Magic fan should be without this sparkling compendium of fairy fun. From A to Z, this book is jam-packed with magical facts and figures from the world of the fairies and their friends! It's everything you need to be a true Rainbow Magic expert!

When Pierrot becomes an orphan, he must leave his home in Paris for a new life with his Aunt Beatrix, a servant in a wealthy household at the top of the German mountains. But this is no ordinary time, for it is 1935 and the Second World War is fast approaching; and this is no ordinary house, for this is the Berghof, the home of Adolf Hitler. Quickly, Pierrot is taken under Hitler's wing, and is thrown into an increasingly dangerous new world: a world of terror, secrets and betrayal, from which he may never be able to escape.

Lewis Carroll (1832 - 1898) was the pen name of Charles L. Dodgson, English writer, mathematician and photographer. His most famous writings are "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" and its sequel "Through the Looking-Glass." In "Through the Looking-Glass" Alice again enters a fantastical world, this time by climbing through a mirror into the world that she can see beyond it. The novel includes such famous verses as "Jabberwocky" and "The Walrus and the Carpenter", and the episode involving Tweedledum and Tweedledee.