-
Banker For All Seasons
0Uncover the astonishing rise and fall of the BCCI, a global corporate empire that shook the world. Tariq Ali, an early public voice against the controversial Bank of Credit and Commerce International, details its journey from high streets to implosion amidst scandal. This revealing account explores how financial regulators missed crucial signs and how BCCI pioneered practices that foreshadowed later economic crises like Enron. Essential reading for understanding the intricacies of global finance and corporate accountability. Perfect for students, economists, and anyone intrigued by financial history.
-
Fear of Mirrors
0Explore the complex legacy of communism through a father’s poignant account in Tariq Ali’s ‘Fear of Mirrors’. This gripping political novel traces a family’s passionate entanglement with communist ideals, from the hopes of the Bolshevik revolution to the harsh realities of betrayal and complicity with Stalinism. Witness the personal cost of ideology as Vlady recounts his family’s history against the backdrop of 20th-century Central European upheaval. Essential reading for enthusiasts of European history, political thought, and compelling narratives of ideological journeys. Publishers Weekly notes its value for understanding the European left.
-
The Assassination
0Explore the controversial events surrounding the Indira Gandhi assassination in Tariq Ali’s compelling fictional script. This provocative work delves into the political forces that may have exploited Sikh grievances, examining the safeguarding of Indian sovereignty during a critical period. A must-read for enthusiasts of Indian political history, conspiracy theories, and sharp political commentary, this script offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment. Discover the untold story behind a defining chapter of modern India, completing Ali’s political trilogy.
-
The Extreme Centre
0Uncover the shared ideologies dominating global politics with this incisive political analysis. Tariq Ali’s work dissects the ‘Extreme Centre,’ where mainstream parties converge around market forces, offering limited democratic choice and fueling populism. Explore the failures of established global powers and institutions, alongside a search for genuine democratic alternatives emerging from crises. This radical critique is essential for students of political science, international relations, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of contemporary global power dynamics and the search for a more equitable future.
-
The Obama Syndrome: Surrender At Home, War Abroad
0Uncover a sharp critique of a pivotal era in US foreign policy. Tariq Ali meticulously dissects the paradoxes of the Obama administration, exploring its overseas escalations and domestic retreats. This updated edition offers a prescient analysis of key geopolitical decisions and their lasting impact on global affairs. Essential reading for students of international relations, political science enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a deeply informed perspective on modern American power and global politics.
-
You Can’t Please All: Memoirs 1980-2024
0Explore the profound political and intellectual odyssey of a revolutionary voice. Tariq Ali’s memoirs, 1980-2024, deliver four decades of incisive commentary on global shifts, anti-imperialist movements, and groundbreaking cultural interventions. Featuring intimate portraits of intellectual giants like Edward Said and New Left Review collaborators, this collection offers a unique blend of reflection, anecdote, and historical observation. Essential reading for anyone keen on understanding political evolution, cultural critique, and the enduring spirit of resistance.