Stars with Stripes

By Anthony Luzzatto Gardner

Written by President Barack Obama’s Ambassador to the European Union, Stars with Stripes offers a behind-the-scenes look at the US-EU diplomatic relationship in the fruitful years before Trump’s election.

Walking the Highwire

By Olli Rehn

An economic policy thriller on Europe’s critical years, this book tells the story of the Eurozone Crisis from the perspective of Olli Rehn, the former Vice-President of the European Commission who was responsible for Economic and Monetary Affairs in 2010-2014.

How Press Propaganda Paved the Way to Brexit

By Francis Rawlinson

In this book, former EU Commission official Francis Rawlinson lays bare the history behind Britain’s rocky relationship with the EU, specifically through the lens of the British press.

Metaphors of Brexit

By Jonathan Charteris-Black

Through analysis of the metaphors used in public speeches, press articles and tweets, Charteris-Black shows how the language of Brexit evoked powerful emotional responses which led voters to act on the basis of moral judgements rather than rational decisions.

The Psychology of Silicon Valley

By Katy Cook

This book questions the psychology behind the creation of technology itself. Through looking at its identity, culture, myths, and motivations, it investigates how the mindsets and behaviors found in Silicon Valley are defining the world that is being built up around us.

A Manifesto for Mental Health

By Peter Kinderman

In his new book, clinical psychologist Peter Kinderman offers a serious critique of establishment thinking, outlining the inadequacies of traditional mental health care and setting out the ways in which it should be reformed.

Friends

By Simone Knox & Kai Hanno Schwind

25 years after the hit show premiered, Friends: A Reading of the Sitcom offers the first detailed academic study of one of TV’s most beloved programmes and shows how its genius has stood the test of time.

The Attention Deficit

By Swati Bhatt

This book draws on the latest research in economics, psychology and neuroscience to critically examine communication technology and the damaging effects of ubiquitous digital interconnectedness.

The Future of Finance

By Henri Arslanian & Fabrice Fischer

Written by an engineer and AI expert along with a lawyer and banker, The Future of Finance offers a glimpse of what the future of the financial services will look like and the impact it will have on society.

Labour Women in Power

By Paula Bartley

Over nearly 100 years only five women were appointed to a Labour cabinet, in contrast to nearly 100 men over the same period. The stories of each of these five women are unique and this book tells them through the historical lens of the prevailing political and social landscape.

Fintech, Small Business & the American Dream

By Karen G. Mills

In this book, former U.S. Small Business Administrator and Senior Fellow at Harvard Business School, Karen G. Mills, focuses on the needs of small businesses for capital and how technology will transform the small business lending market.

Super Mad at Everything All the Time

By Alison Dagnes

Americans are angry and there are vested interests in keeping them that way. In her new book, Super Mad at Everything All the Time, Alison Dagnes charts the creation of the outrage machine.

The Ordinary Presidency of Donald J. Trump

By Jon Herbert, Trevor McCrisken & Andrew Wroe

This book explains how while Trump himself may be the most unusual, unorthodox and unconventional president the US has ever had, his presidency is proving quite ordinary in its accomplishments and outcomes, both at home and abroad. 

Why Capitalists Need Communists

By Charles Seaford

This book is a dynamic call to arms for integrated ethical capitalism that will secure the future of Britain’s economy. Charles Seaford demonstrates that radical, progressive change is perfectly possible and that the polarisation and nostalgia afflicting us is not inevitable. 

Ronald Reagan and the Space Frontier

By John Logsdon

In outer space, Ronald Reagan saw the final frontier for American leadership. However, this book reveals that despite memorable rhetoric, the legacy of his eight years’ presidency is of more pragmatic practice.

Laugh Out Loud

By Barbara Plester & Kerr Inkson

Jokes at work can ease tension, build camaraderie and make a day more bearable, but they can also offend, exclude and harm people. In this book, Auckland academics Barbara Plester and Kerr Inkson draw on the latest research to offer advice and practical tips for managing humor at work. 

Robot Rules

By Jacob Turner 

For millennia, the laws governing society have had one subject: humans. The new book Robot Rules explores how we might rewrite laws for artificial intelligence. 

Conspiracy & Populism

By Eirikur Bergmann

Europeans are being supplanted by foreign invaders, aided by cultural Marxists who are plotting an Islamist subversion of the continent. Angela Merkel is the secret daughter of Adolf Hitler, Barack Obama was illegitimate, and George W. Bush was in on the 9/11 attacks. These are just some of the tales that are told by populist political actors across Europe and the US.

Palgrave Macmillan launches new format with Palgrave Policy Essentials

Palgrave Macmillan is thrilled to launch a new format of short, accessible books written by influential academics with direct policymaking experience. The books are designed to appeal to a wide audience, with clear summaries on policy implications and recommendations for action.

The British General Election of 2017

By Philip Cowley & Dennis Kavanagh

The British General Election of 2017 is the definitive and authoritative account of one of the most dramatic elections in British history. Written by leading British politics experts Philip Cowley and Dennis Kavanagh, it is the 20th edition in this prestigious series dating back to 1945.

Gender on Wall Street

By Laura Mattia

With more than 30 years of high-profile financial leadership experience, Laura Mattia addresses the gender gap in the financial service industry using timely, in-depth research and insights to provide women who work there (or plan to) with a navigation tool for a successful career. Offering a unique perspective on the #metoo movement, the book aims to focus power back on women and teach them how to develop key skills, increase their confidence, and stand up for themselves effectively in the competitive financial industry.

Fairy Tales and Fables from Weimar Days

Edited by Jack Zipes

This fascinating and accessible collection of lost fairy tales embodies the political ideals of the interwar years in Germany, drawing remarkable parallels to today’s political climate. This very special revised edition is edited and translated by the world's leading expert on fairy tales, Jack Zipes, and features striking illustrations commissioned specifically for this book.

Writers and Their Mothers

Edited by Dale Salwak

Twenty-two prominent novelists, poets, and literary critics share deeply personal meditations about the profound and frequently perplexing bond between writer and mother in this compelling book. Among the distinguished contributors are Ian McEwan, Martin Amis, Rita Dove, Andrew Motion, Margaret Drabble and Anthony Thwaite. Through detailed original essays and poems they bring to life the thoughts, work, loves, friendships, passions and, above all, the influence of their mothers upon their literary endeavors. 

Macmillan celebrates 175 years of publishing

Macmillan publishers will celebrate their 175th anniversary in 2018. 
Reflecting on a rich and fascinating heritage and the foundations established by two entrepreneurial and inspiring brothers, Daniel and Alexander, today’s Macmillan publishers will use the occasion to celebrate the distinct family feel and personality of the business. Activities planned throughout the year will remind everyone of the passion and commitment that has brought Pan Macmillan, Palgrave Macmillan and Macmillan Education to where they are today, while showcasing a long-standing commitment to storytelling, entertaining, sharing ideas and engaging curious minds.

Social sciences to take centre stage in debate on global grand challenges

Springer Nature is joining with the Economic and Social Research Council to explore the role social science research is playing in tackling some of the global grand challenges. At an event to mark the launch of the 15th annual ESRC Festival of Social Science, a high-profile panel of social science experts will look at the important role research plays beyond academia, discussing how research can address issues such as climate change, economics, race, migration, health and interdisciplinarity.

A Diary of the Euro Crisis in Cyprus

by Panicos Demetriades

This book tells the story of the euro crisis in Cyprus from the inside. Written by the former Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus, who was in office during this turbulent period, it shows how the crisis unravelled through a series of key events that occurred during his tenure. Written in chronological order, and broadly based on the author’s personal diary, starting from his first day in office, this book presents a wealth of personal witness statements, including records of noteworthy telephone conversations, informal meetings and other milestones.

The Oligarch

by James Sherry

The Oligarch is a modern sequel to Machiavelli’s classic, The Prince, which shows how little leadership roles and problems have changed in the last 500 years. By using a literary strategy to present the mechanisms of U.S. and world politics, the book offers a compelling view of Trump’s America and the direction of global politics and economics.

The Pimping of Prostitution

by Julie Bindel

Renowned investigative journalist and feminist activist Julie Bindel takes the debate on prostitution legislation head-on, exposing the lived realities of women in contrast with the dominant discourse in current academic and liberal feminist debates. Based on more than 250 interviews with the people involved in and affected by prostitution around the world, this book uncovers the lies, mythology and criminality that shroud this global trade, and suggests a way forward for the activists seeking to abolish ‘the oldest oppression’.

Finance, Society and Sustainability

by Nick Silver

Financialization has grown rapidly in countries such as the UK and US since the 1970s, but not without consequence. This book exposes the corrosive impact of the financial system on the economy, society and the natural environment. Nick Silver proposes a plan to reinvent finance to deliver the products and services that the economy needs to operate, and in turn deliver a flourishing, sustainable society.

Palgrave Macmillan wins ISA Global Health Prize again

​​​​​​​The International Studies Association (ISA) has recently granted HIV/AIDS in China and India - Governing Health Security the 2017 Global Health Section Book Prize. The book was authored by Catherine Yuk-ping Lo, a Research Fellow of the Department of Asian and International Studies, City University of Hong Kong. This is the second year in a row that a book published by Palgrave Macmillan has won this prize.

Tectonic Shifts in Financial Markets

By Dr. Henry Kaufman

Legendary Wall Street economist Dr. Henry Kaufman explains how financial markets have been transformed in recent years and where they are headed as America continues to search for its bearings in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis. This fourth book by the former Vice Chairman of Salomon Brothers recounts events and individuals pivotal in making today's superheated and - he argues - still-fragile financial world.

The Sedated Society

Edited by James Davies

This book provides an answer to a rising public health concern: what drives the epidemic of prescribing psychiatric medication? It assembles a team of global experts in critical psychopharmacology – including Joanna Moncrieff, Peter Kinderman, Peter Breggin and Robert Whitaker – to address the causes and consequences of our current psychiatric prescribing epidemic.

Global Brand Strategy

by Jan-Benedict Steenkamp

In this book world-class marketing expert Jan-Benedict Steenkamp draws on his extensive field research and consulting experience, interviews with senior executives, and the work of his academic peers to dive deep into brand strategies in a global economy. He not only shows why strong brands are invaluable to successful global companies, but outlines specific techniques for developing strategy, organizing execution, and measuring results so brands will prosper globally. 

The Agility Mindset

by Fiona Cannon OBE

The Agility Mindset uniquely presents and defines the business value of workforce agility in the UK for the first time. Written by Fiona Cannon OBE, one of the UK’s most eminent workplace diversity experts, The Agility Mindset presents an unrivalled wealth of unique research, opinions and practical solutions from leading business leaders, supported by case studies from organisations across all sectors.

Philosophy and Breaking Bad

Edited by Kevin S. Decker, David R. Koepsell, & Robert Arp

This book considers the numerous philosophical ideas and arguments found in and inspired by the critically acclaimed TV series. Written by philosophy experts who dissect the legacy of the show and discuss its contributions to philosophical conversations, these careful examinations offer fresh perspective on this epic tale, the journey Walter White takes, and his victims and triumphs.

Global Shocks

by Nicholas P. Sargen

Most investors are well versed in the tenets of modern portfolio theory, but they lack a framework for dealing with stock, bond, and currency markets during periods of instability. In this book, Sargen fills the void by providing the reader with a toolkit and guiding principles to manage money when markets are in turmoil.

Agatha Christie on Screen

by Mark Aldridge

Agatha Christie fans, take heart – there is finally a comprehensive book devoted to screen adaptations of Christie’s work, featuring never-before-seen archival material and exclusive interviews with Christie's grandson. The only book of its kind to be written with the full cooperation of the Christie estate, Agatha Christie on Screen gives an unparalleled insight into the mind of the world's greatest crime novelist.

Confronting Gun Violence in America

by Thomas Gabor

As the recent spate of gun violence episodes in the United States has reminded us, there is an enormous gap in gun-related mortality between the United States – the country with the largest stock of privately owned firearms in the world – and other high-income countries. This book critically examines the link between guns and violence and suggests a bold national strategy to reduce gun violence in the United States.

The Restless Compendium

Edited by Felicity Callard, Kimberley Staines, & James Wilkes

Rest’s presence or absence affects everyone, but defining rest is difficult. What is it that we are actually doing when we're resting? What is the opposite of rest, and how does this differ across society and history? This book brings together the research of many Hubbub collaborators and opens the door to a new set of perspectives and conversations about rest. It also presents initial findings from Hubbub’s Rest Test, the largest global survey on rest that has ever been undertaken.

Sleeplessness

by Jim Horne

For years we’ve been warned that if we don’t get at least 8 hours of sleep per night we will suffer for it. But what if we don’t all need – and never have needed – that much sleep, and this myth is causing us more harm than good? This book critically evaluates the popular notion that today’s society is suffering from ‘sleep debt’ – an apparent chronic loss of sleep which can seemingly lead to obesity, heart disease and depression.

Springer Nature partners with FLTRP in promoting Chinese thought and culture overseas

Springer Nature has reached an agreement with the Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press (FLTRP) in publishing an English book series called Key Concepts in Chinese Thought and Culture. FLTRP will grant an exclusive right for Palgrave Macmillan, a global academic publisher and part of Springer Nature, to publish and distribute the book series worldwide in print and electronic forms.

The Moral Case for Abortion

By Ann Furedi 

Abortion is contested, stigmatized and demonized despite being practiced throughout human history. Even where it is legal and safe, it remains a political and social battleground. While many oppose abortion on moral grounds, this book turns the common argument around and uses morality to challenge pro-life assumptions.

Reporting Dangerously

By Simon Cottle, Richard Sambrook, and Nick Mosdell

According to INSI, on average two journalists a week have lost their lives doing their job over the last decade. Most of those killed are not the international reporters who can make global headlines, but local journalists investigating crime or corruption. More journalists are being killed, attacked and intimidated than at any time in history, and this book sets out to find why.

Unsafe Space

Edited by Tom Slater 

With contributions from free-speech campaigners on both sides of the Atlantic, Unsafe Space is the first book to go beyond the headlines and offer biting analysis of the parlous state of free speech on campus in the UK and the US.

Return of the Hustle

By Eric Sheinkop

In Return of the Hustle, leading music and marketing industry insider Eric Sheinkop shows how to use music to increase value to the consumer, demonstrating how the marketing power of music is helping drive better business results: selling more products, attracting more viewers, and creating consumer advocates.

Behind the Wireless

By Kate Murphy

Behind the Wireless tells the captivating story of women at the BBC in the 1920s and 30s. Their stories shed light on the crucial role women played at the BBC during the interwar years – giving them a voice in what has, until now, largely been a history of men.

Academic Freedom in an Age of Conformity

By Joanna Williams

This book is a passionate defence for the power of academic free speech in an age of increasing conformity and censorship on campus, written by one of today's most provocative commentators on higher education.

The British General Election of 2015

By Philip Cowley and Dennis Kavanagh 

The British General Election of 2015 is a must-read for anyone wanting to know exactly how the most unpredictable election for a generation unfolded.

Behavioral Risk Management

By Hersh Shefrin 

Risk managers are now acutely aware of the role of human psychology played in financial decisions that preceded the global financial crisis of a few years ago.

Capital Returns

Marathon Asset Management Ltd Edited by Edward Chancellor

Marathon Asset Management, a London-based investment firm managing over $50 billion of assets, has developed a deceptively simplistic method for identifying and avoiding bubbles: follow the money, or rather, follow the trail of investment.