Most Popular Books by Paul Mason

"Originally published in 2015 by Allen Lane, an imprint of Penguin Random House, Great Britain"--Title page verso.

Using the physical performances of soldiers as examples, describes the various functions of the human body, from the skeleton to the respiratory, digestive, and circulatory systems.

Swim Faster, Swim Better is designed to help competent but untrained swimmers improve their technique, allowing them to swim further, faster, with less effort. Author Paul Mason had worked with swimmers of most levels, ranging from national champions to untrained enthusiasts who couldn''t understand why they couldn''t go any faster. There are lots of swimmers out there who would like to improve, but don''t really know how to progress from splashing up and down to gliding through the water. This book explains seven simple things you can do to become a better swimmer: 1 Streamlining: How to reduce the resistance you present to the water 2 Breathing: Learn to time when to take a breath, and how much breath to take on 3 Body position: This section looks at head angle, relative position of the chest and hips, body roll, and the energy-sapping evils of twist 4 Flexibility: This section will include information on the kind of flexibility that''s crucial for swimming, plus exercises to improve flexibility 5 Hold on the water: This chapter explains hand entry into the water, hand shape, the course your hands might trace through the water, arm shape, exit and recovery 6 Kicking: A short section on kicking technique, which has a significant effect on your body position 7 Stroke and rhythm: This chapter focuses on putting it all together to develop a smooth, fast, easy stroke

The world is facing a wave of uprisings, protests and revolutions: Arab dictators swept away, public spaces occupied, slum-dwellers in revolt, cyberspace buzzing with utopian dreams. Events we were told were consigned to history-democratic revolt and social revolution-are being lived by millions of people. In this compelling new book, Paul Mason explores the causes and consequences of this great unrest. From Cairo to Athens, Wall Street and Westminster to Manila, Mason goes in search of the changes in society, technology and human behaviour that have propelled a generation onto the streets in search of social justice. In a narrative that blends historical insight with first-person reportage, Mason shines a light on these new forms of activism, from the vast, agile networks of cyberprotest to the culture wars and tent camps of the #occupy movement. The events, says Mason, reflect the expanding power of the individual and call for new political alternatives to elite rule and global poverty.

This is an excellent country studies series for less able readers.

A passionate defence of humanity and a work of radical optimism from the international bestselling author of Postcapitalism How do we preserve what makes us human in an age of uncertainty? Are we now just consumers shaped by market forces? A sequence of DNA? A collection of base instincts? Or will we soon be supplanted by algorithms and A.I. anyway? In Clear Bright Future, Paul Mason calls for a radical, impassioned defence of the human being, our universal rights and freedoms and our power to change the world around us. Ranging from economics to Big Data, from neuroscience to the culture wars, he draws from his on-the-ground reporting from mass protests in Istanbul to riots in Washington, as well as his own childhood in an English mining community, to show how the notion of humanity has become eroded as never before. In this book Paul Mason argues that we are still capable - through language, innovation and co-operation - of shaping our future. He offers a vision of humans as more than puppets, customers or cogs in a machine. This work of radical optimism asks: Do you want to be controlled? Or do you want something better?

"This is micro-historical writing at its best."--Walden Bello, author of Dilemmas of Domination "Brilliant."--Ken Loach The stories in this book come to life through the voices of remarkable individuals: child laborers in Dickensian England, visionary women on Parisian barricades, gun-toting railway strikers in America''s Wild West, and beer-swilling German metalworkers who tried to stop World War I. It is a story of urban slums, self-help cooperatives, choirs and brass bands, free love, and self-education by candlelight. And, as the author shows, in the developing industrial economies of the world, it is still with us. Live Working or Die Fighting celebrates a common history of defiance, idealism, and self-sacrifice, one as alive and active today as it was two hundred years ago. It is a unique and inspirational book. Paul Mason is an award-winning journalist who reports regularly on labor rights and social justice stories as economics editor for BBC World News America and BBC Newsnight. In addition to Live Working or Die Fighting, which was shortlisted as a 2007 Guardian First Book Award, Mason is the author of Meltdown: The End of the Age of Greed (Verso Books).

Meltdown is the gripping account of the financial collapse that destroyed the West''s investment banks, brought the global economy to its knees, and undermined three decades of neoliberal orthodoxy. Covering the development of the crisis from the economic front line, BBC Newsnight journalist Paul Mason explores the roots of the US and UK''s financial hubris, documenting the real-world causes and consequences from the Ford factory, to Wall Street, to the City of London. In this fully updated new edition, he recounts how the credit crunch became a full-blown financial crisis, and explores its impact on capitalist ideology and politics in our new age of austerity.

Originally published in 2012 to wide acclaim, this updated edition, Why It''s Still Kicking Off Everywhere, includes coverage of the most recent events in the wave of revolt and revolution sweeping the planet-riots in Athens, student occupations in the UK, Quebec and Moscow, the emergence of the Occupy Movement and the tumult of the Arab Spring. Economic crisis, social networking and a new political consciousness have come together to ignite a new generation of radicals. BBC journalist and author Paul Mason combines the anecdotes gleaned through first-hand reportage with political, economic and historical analysis to tell the story of today''s networked revolution. Why It''s Still Kicking Off Everywhere not only addresses contemporary struggles, it provides insights into the future of global revolt.

Israel and Palestine are regularly in the news. Arguments between Israelis and Palestinians often lead to wars, bomb attacks, shootings, and other violence, which hit the headlines around the world. Israel and Palestine tells the story of this ancient region, and the conflicts that have made life so difficult for its people. Book jacket.

While all sports use a combination of flexibility, endurance, strength and speed, one of these is usually dominates over the others, depending on the sport. This series introduces each of these physical qualities by way of the sports they are most important for. The series includes: Profiles of sportspeople whose sport fits into the category - how they train and how this is reflected in their physique Training programmes Cross-training activities Nutrition and recipes Cross-curricular elements covering science, food technology and sport

Explains the forces at work when people play extreme sports or perform stunts.

Discover the mindblowing moves and tricks you can pull on a skateboard. Find out about equipment and clothing and the best places to go. Pick up tips on the skills you''ll need, whether you''re ramp riding or street skating.

Describes how athletes stay healthy by eating nutritious foods and exercising correctly.

Mason gives a series of vivid glimpses into brain science, the last frontier of medicine, and explores fragility of the brain and the sense of self, life, and order that resides there.

This book takes a fun look at history by asking and answering a series of quirky yet thought-provoking questions.

Over the past century, the growing food industry has brought dramatic changes to what foods people eat, where foods come from, and how they are produced. These changes have affected our diet, our health, our lives, and our planet. This title provides a fascinating overview of the challenges the global community faces surrounding food production and consumption today. The book includes topics such as modern-day farming techniques, fair trade, and the debate surrounding genetically modified crops.

''For its historical depth, analytical vigour and mobilizational potential, this book is unparalleled ... every page is an urgent invitation to resist'' David Lammy MP The bestselling author of PostCapitalism offers a guide to resisting the far right The far right is on the rise across the world. From Modi''s India to Bolsonaro''s Brazil and Erdogan''s Turkey, fascism is not a horror that we have left in the past; it is a recurring nightmare that is happening again - and we need to find a better way to fight it. In How to Stop Fascism, Paul Mason offers a radical, hopeful blueprint for resisting and defeating the new far right. The book is both a chilling portrait of contemporary fascism, and a compelling history of the fascist phenomenon: its psychological roots, political theories and genocidal logic. Fascism, Mason powerfully argues, is a symptom of capitalist failure, and it has haunted us throughout the twentieth century. History shows us the conditions that breed fascism, and how it can be successfully overcome. But it is up to us in the present to challenge it, and time is running out. From the ashes of COVID-19, we have an opportunity to create a fairer, more equal society. To do so, we must ask ourselves: what kind of world do we want to live in? And what are we going to do about it?

Answers various questions kids have about animals.

White Wolves Non-fiction is an engaging series covering a wide range of topics at different reading levels. It has been created to appeal to children, reflecting the range of texts in the real world, from guidebooks to cookbooks. This series is ideal for topic libraries, and for teaching literacy skills in a curriculum context.

Examines the world''s fastest machines, from airplanes to elevators.

With its acrobatic thrills and "no limits" attitude, free running is creating a sports revolution in our towns and cities. Make sure it''s on your radar! Inside you''ll find these features: Real-Life Story Read about the thrilling life of an adrenaline-seeking free runner! Star Story Discover the Hollywood actor who pulls cool street stunts! Five-Minute Interview Get the inside story from On the Radar''s free running expert, Matthew Dickerson.

Why are rivers important? How does farming affect rivers? What can you do to help save our rivers? For a global tour of Earth''s threatened habitats, explore ''World in Peril.'' This series offers a striking panorama of endangered habitats around the world. Stunning, large format photographs show the damage caused to our planet, but also the possible solutions that can lead to a greener future.

There have certainly been some wacky inventions over the years. Each of them has included some sort of energy. Find out what kinds in this title that explores some of the inventions that have worked and failed throughout history.

Presents the life and work of scientist Isaac Newton who made many contributions in the fields of math, physics, and astronomy.

Learn about the trends and impact of population growth.

Explores the origin, historical significance, and practice of birthdays by different groups around the world and describes the various foods, rituals, and types of clothing associated with birthday celebrations.

Through detailed, real-life case studies, this series presents the history, theory, and practical application of crime solving through the use of forensics. Features include eyewitness testimony and step-by-step descriptions of techniques used in case studies.

Each World Sport book reveals an ideal location for learning a particular technique essential for mastering the sport, from trimming a surfboard along a wave in Windansea, California, to catching big air on a snowboard in the half-pipes of Whistler, Canada. Opening with perfect beginner locations and techniques, the complexity develops, leading readers through to expert-only locations and techniques, building an understanding of technique and equipment as they go.

Chances are when you think of sharks, it''s the great white or hammerhead that swim into view. But, there are over 400 species swimming in the oceans today. And, some are very bizarre with super-long snouts or detachable jaws. They are powerful, super-eating machines. Imagine a dark, triangular fin slicing through water - terrifying to humans. But they are much more than this...

Describes how oceans affect the world''s climate, why coral reefs may vanish in the future and discusses ways to make a difference.

Explores world''s most dangerous places.

Discusses the best places for kayaking and canoeing.

Photographs and illustrations describe what volcanologists do, why their research is so important, and what it takes to become a volcanologist.

Monkey and his friends, Zu and Sandy, lived in the Emperor''s Cloud Palace. But they played all sorts of tricks on people, so, as a punishment, the Jade Emperor sent them down to Earth. They can only return if they prove that they can use their magical powers for good. Adventure is never far away! In Demon Attack, the friends are called to investigate when a headteacher is acting strangely. There are some very creepy goings-on behind the scenes. Will they uncover what is happening and defeat the mysterious villain? Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper and with a dyslexia friendly font,Skate Monkey is aimed at readers aged 8+ and has a manageable length (72 pages)and reading age (7+). The Skate Monkey stories can be read in any order. Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Traces the history, landscape, culture, and resources of this large Middle Eastern country currently in political and religious turmoil.

This engaging country studies series is written in travelogue format with a dash of detective work thrown in. While using clues to discern the featured location, readers will learn about the unique features found in each country, including landmarks, food, and culture. Content is written at a lower reading level for less able readers, while plentiful photos, maps, fact files, and timelines provide varied resources for learning.

Explores plants and animals with unique methods of defending themselves including armadillos, hermit crabs, porcupines, cactus, skunks and poisonous frogs.

How is climate change affecting mountains? Why are mountain habitats unique? What can you do to help save our mountains? For a global tour of Earth''s threatened habitats, explore ''World in Peril.'' This series offers a striking panorama of endangered habitats around the world. Stunning, large format photographs show the damage caused to our planet, but also the possible solutions that can lead to a greener future.