Europe
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La nationalité française, ça se mérite
L’essai discute de la nationalité française et de la question de sa valeur. Il explique comment obtenir la nationalité par le droit du sang ou du sol, tout en examinant les avantages et les défis liés à son acquisition. L’impact de la politique actuelle sur la nationalité est également analysé, mettant en avant la nécessité… Continue reading
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Spain’s Catalan Crisis / Catalonia’s Spanish Crisis – Lecture by Dr Andrew Dowling at Cardiff University
The lecture by Dr. Andrew Dowling at Cardiff University analyzed Catalonia’s independence movement, highlighting its origins in the 2008 economic crisis. It explored the region’s identity and political dynamics, emphasizing the clash between Catalan nationalism and Spanish centralization. Dowling concluded that the future independence of Catalonia remains uncertain given political and economic complexities. Continue reading
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Brexit and Mental Health
Brexit, like it or not is a reality. 54% of the public voted in a referendum for us to leave the EU. I watched with despair as events unfolded and was almost praying for us to stay in as I feared that a Brexit decision could really send my End Of Terror situation spiralling out… Continue reading
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Review: Franco and The Spanish Civil War – by Filipe Ribeiro de Meneses
This book is a nice, concise look at the Spanish Civil War. I used it for revision purposes, to remind myself of some of the details of heavier tomes that I have encountered on this subject. The author’s analysis of the causes of the War are precise and factual, without noticeable bias. The account of… Continue reading
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Review: The Basque History of the World: The Story of a Nation – by Mark Kurlansky
Mark Kurlansky’s “The Basque History of the World” explores the rich history, culture, and political struggles of the Basque people, highlighting their regional identity amid tensions with Spain and France. The book adeptly covers diverse topics, including language and culinary traditions, while also addressing the evolution of regional autonomy and the impact of historical figures. Continue reading
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Review: The New Spaniards – by John Hooper
“The New Spaniards” by John Hooper offers an insightful exploration of Spain’s transition from Franco’s dictatorship to contemporary democracy. It delves into the country’s unique culture, history, and political landscape, highlighting regional nuances like the Basque culture. Its detailed analysis is educational, making it a valuable read for anyone interested in Spain. Continue reading
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Review: A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary for Lovers by Xiaolu Guo
I studied Chinese language for a couple of years and am constantly on the lookout for books about China and its culture. When this jumped out at me from a charity shop bookshelf, at first I thought it was just another dictionary. But I read the back and thought that it would make a good… Continue reading
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