Banks and bankers are hardly the most beloved people and institutions in this country. With its corruptive influence on politics and stranglehold on the American economy, Wall Street is not held in high regard by many outside the financial sector. But the pitchforks raised against this behemoth are largely ...
The Middle East is notoriously complex and difficult. This title offers historical background, real-life examples, profiles of key figures from Nasser to Gadaffi, and popular jokes from the area. It is suitable for tourists, students, and the interested general readers.