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The Mythology of Work

How Capitalism Persists Despite Itself

by Peter Fleming ...

There was once a time when 'work' was inextricably linked to survival and self-preservation; where the farmer ploughed the land so their family could eat. But the sun has long since set on this idyllic tableau, and what was once an integral part of life has slowly morphed into a painful and meaningless ritual, colonising almost every part of our lives - endless and inescapable.In The Mythology of ... Read more

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There was once a time when 'work' was inextricably linked to survival and self-preservation; where the farmer ploughed the land so their family could eat. But the sun has long since set on this idyllic tableau, and what was once an integral part of life has slowly morphed into a painful and meaningless ritual, colonising almost every part of our lives - endless and inescapable.In The Mythology of
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The George Miller/Romero Connection, Was Mad Max a Survivor of the Zombie Holocaust?

by Peter D. Fleming ...

George Miller and George A Romero are both superb filmmakers. They have given fans exactly what they expect, creative, entertaining and at times horrifying films. Their visions have often been copied but never duplicated. But imitation, they say, is a form of flattery.George Miller created an almost mythical world based in a post apocalyptic holocaust future. Where knights drive supped up hotrods ... Read more

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George Miller and George A Romero are both superb filmmakers. They have given fans exactly what they expect, creative, entertaining and at times horrifying films. Their visions have often been copied but never duplicated. But imitation, they say, is a form of flattery.George Miller created an almost mythical world based in a post apocalyptic holocaust future. Where knights drive supped up hotrods
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The Death of Homo Economicus

Work, Debt and the Myth of Endless Accumulation

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In today's workplaces we work harder and longer, labouring under the illusion that this will bring us more wealth. As this myth becomes increasingly preposterous, it's time to understand why we believe in it, and where it came from.The Death of Homo Economicus explores the origin of this oppressive myth, in order to destroy it. The story begins with the creation of a fake persona labelled the ... Read more

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In today's workplaces we work harder and longer, labouring under the illusion that this will bring us more wealth. As this myth becomes increasingly preposterous, it's time to understand why we believe in it, and where it came from.The Death of Homo Economicus explores the origin of this oppressive myth, in order to destroy it. The story begins with the creation of a fake persona labelled the
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One's Company - A Journey to China

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Peter Fleming was special correspondent for The Times in the 1930s, He was tasked with 'investigating the communist situation in south China', little did his bosses realise he would create a new type of travel writing. Travelling for seven months through Russia on the Trans-Siberian Express to Manchuria and onwards to China. A book Full of humour and insightful social commentary about a part of ... Read more

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Peter Fleming was special correspondent for The Times in the 1930s, He was tasked with 'investigating the communist situation in south China', little did his bosses realise he would create a new type of travel writing. Travelling for seven months through Russia on the Trans-Siberian Express to Manchuria and onwards to China. A book Full of humour and insightful social commentary about a part of
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Dark Academia

How Universities Die

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'Fleming's books are sparklingly sardonic and hilariously angry' - GuardianThere is a strong link between the neoliberalisation of higher education over the last 20 years and the psychological hell now endured by its staff and students. While academia was once thought of as the best job in the world - one that fosters autonomy, craft, intrinsic job satisfaction and vocational zeal - you would be ... Read more

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'Fleming's books are sparklingly sardonic and hilariously angry' - GuardianThere is a strong link between the neoliberalisation of higher education over the last 20 years and the psychological hell now endured by its staff and students. While academia was once thought of as the best job in the world - one that fosters autonomy, craft, intrinsic job satisfaction and vocational zeal - you would be
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News from Tartary

A Journey from Peking to Kashmir

by Peter Fleming ...

News from Tartary is the account of an illegal journey from Peking to Kashmir in 1935. The physical resilience which took companions Fleming and Ella Maillart across some of the world's most inaccessible mountains and deserts was matched by their bravery and luck. China was caught up in a vicious civil war, and local Muslim warlords were allying themselves with Soviet Russia. None of the foreign ... Read more

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News from Tartary is the account of an illegal journey from Peking to Kashmir in 1935. The physical resilience which took companions Fleming and Ella Maillart across some of the world's most inaccessible mountains and deserts was matched by their bravery and luck. China was caught up in a vicious civil war, and local Muslim warlords were allying themselves with Soviet Russia. None of the foreign
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Capitalism and Nothingness

Critical Theory in Unwanted Times

by Peter Fleming ...

Drawing on Marcuse, Adorno, Arendt and a variety of other critical social philosophers, this book introduces us to a familiar character amid the wreckage of the post-pandemic economy: no-dimensional man. A cousin of Marcuse's one-dimensional man, they are a figure so compressed by the unending present of capitalism that they have ceased to be genuinely present in any ethical or political sense ... Read more

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Drawing on Marcuse, Adorno, Arendt and a variety of other critical social philosophers, this book introduces us to a familiar character amid the wreckage of the post-pandemic economy: no-dimensional man. A cousin of Marcuse's one-dimensional man, they are a figure so compressed by the unending present of capitalism that they have ceased to be genuinely present in any ethical or political sense
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The Worst Is Yet to Come

A Post-Capitalist Survival Guide

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Capitalism is about to commit suicide and is threatening to take us down with it. But will it give way to a grand social utopia or the beginning of a new dark age... albeit WiFi enabled?The Worst is Yet to Come explores the disturbing possibility that the current crisis of neoliberal capitalism isn’t going to spawn an emancipatory renaissance, but a world that is much, much worse.Wealthy CEOs see ... Read more

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Capitalism is about to commit suicide and is threatening to take us down with it. But will it give way to a grand social utopia or the beginning of a new dark age... albeit WiFi enabled?The Worst is Yet to Come explores the disturbing possibility that the current crisis of neoliberal capitalism isn’t going to spawn an emancipatory renaissance, but a world that is much, much worse.Wealthy CEOs see
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Was Mad Max the Survivor of the Zombie Holocaust?

by Peter D Fleming ...

George Miller and George A Romero are both superb filmmakers. They have given fans exactly what they expect, creative, entertaining and at times horrifying films. Their visions have often been copied but never duplicated. But imitation, they say, is a form of flattery. George Miller created an almost mythical world based in a post apocalyptic holocaust future. Where knights drive supped up hotrods ... Read more

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George Miller and George A Romero are both superb filmmakers. They have given fans exactly what they expect, creative, entertaining and at times horrifying films. Their visions have often been copied but never duplicated. But imitation, they say, is a form of flattery. George Miller created an almost mythical world based in a post apocalyptic holocaust future. Where knights drive supped up hotrods
... Read more
Successful Middle Leadership in Secondary Schools

A Practical Guide to Subject and Team Effectiveness

by Peter Fleming ...

This book aims to help those in middle leadership posts become more confident and effective in their roles. It will also assist anyone considering becoming a middle leader to prepare for the challenges ahead and avoid common mistakes made by the novice team leader.Packed with practical advice, the book encourages readers to engage with key issues, reflect on their approach and make the changes ... Read more

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This book aims to help those in middle leadership posts become more confident and effective in their roles. It will also assist anyone considering becoming a middle leader to prepare for the challenges ahead and avoid common mistakes made by the novice team leader.Packed with practical advice, the book encourages readers to engage with key issues, reflect on their approach and make the changes
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America’s 25 Issues To Fix And Make The United States Great, Again!

by Peter D. Fleming ...

Everyday we are bombarded with images about how bad things are. Everyone points fingers and argues as to who is at fault… never really coming up with solutions. Half the time they never really acknowledge the real issues. Instead it is just a finger pointing session. Then what happens?Nothing.Well, that is not entirely true. Bars, restaurants, living rooms become filled with arm-chair leaders who ... Read more

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Everyday we are bombarded with images about how bad things are. Everyone points fingers and argues as to who is at fault… never really coming up with solutions. Half the time they never really acknowledge the real issues. Instead it is just a finger pointing session. Then what happens?Nothing.Well, that is not entirely true. Bars, restaurants, living rooms become filled with arm-chair leaders who
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America’S 25 Issues to Fix and Make the United States Great, Again!

by Peter D. Fleming ...

Everyday we are bombarded with images about how bad things are. Everyone points fingers and argues as to who is at fault never really coming up with solutions. Half the time they never really acknowledge the real issues. Instead it is just a finger pointing session. Then what happens Nothing! Well, that is not entirely true... Bars, restaurants, living rooms become filled with arm-chair leaders ... Read more

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Everyday we are bombarded with images about how bad things are. Everyone points fingers and argues as to who is at fault never really coming up with solutions. Half the time they never really acknowledge the real issues. Instead it is just a finger pointing session. Then what happens Nothing! Well, that is not entirely true... Bars, restaurants, living rooms become filled with arm-chair leaders
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