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“All professions have some element of theater to them.”

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This book delves into the complexities of political power, examining its effects on individuals and communities. It offers a critical perspective on the political landscape, highlighting the struggles and consequences of wielding power. more

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David Halberstam

David Halberstam was an American journalist and author renowned for his comprehensive reporting and insightful analysis of American society and politics. Born on April 10, 1934, in New York City, he passed away on April 23, 2007. more

“But you have no understanding of the depths of Kashmiri duplicity, Musa thought but did not say. You have no idea how a people like us, who have survived a history and a geography such as ours, have learned to drive our pride underground. Duplicity is the only weapon we have. You don’t know how radiantly we smile when our hearts are broken. How ferociously we can turn on those we love while we graciously embrace those whom we despise. You have no idea how warmly we can welcome you when all we really want is for you to go away. Your thermometer is quite useless here.”

Kashmir Duplicity

Book:The Ministry of Utmost Happiness

Source: The Ministry of Utmost Happiness

“A moment ago you were a smart, independent individual and now you claim to be a silly, ignorant pawn. You cannot be both. Make up your mind.”

Duplicity Lying To Yourself Logical Fallacy Discrepancy

Book:A Pause in the Perpetual Rotation

Source: A Pause in the Perpetual Rotation

“As the map of the Great Plain was being redrawn by a young Shazarian councillor, the ageing Shylonian king interrupted mid-speech to ask him his name. With a piercing glare and a haughty flick of his cloak, he retorted ‘Lord Ratilla, Shazarian Imperial Secretary, and who might you be?’ Behind the gasps of horror, the message was clear. It was Shazaria who now bestrode the Amaran world, henceforth the office of Shazarian minister now held greater prestige than even that of foreign monarchs. What became even clearer were the depths of Shazarian treachery. The impudent youth who stood before the kings of Amara stripping them of ancient provinces, was the same adolescent reputed to have delivered an eloquent speech which swayed the Shazarian councillors in favour of war. Had this been their intention all along?”

War Politics Empire Duplicity Machiavellian

Book:Crowns Of Amara: The Return Of The Oracle

Source: Crowns Of Amara: The Return Of The Oracle