Perkins, John 1945-
Overview
Works: | 101 works in 398 publications in 20 languages and 10,485 library holdings |
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Genres: | Biographies History Autobiographies Documentary films Interviews Nonfiction films Trivia and miscellanea Military history |
Roles: | Author, Interviewee, Actor |
Classifications: | UB271.U52, 332.042092 |
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Most widely held works about
John Perkins
- Confessions of an economic hit man by John Perkins( Book )
- The new confessions of an economic hit man by John Perkins( )
- Confessions of an economic hit man by John Perkins( Book )
- Confessions of an economic hit man by John Perkins( Book )
- Confessions of an economic hit man by John Perkins( )
- Touching the jaguar : transforming fear into action to change your life and the world by John Perkins( Book )
- The new confessions of an economic hit man by John Perkins( Recording )
- The new confessions of an economic hitman : the shocking inside story of how America really took over the world by John Perkins( Book )
- Zeitgeist addendum( Visual )
- Speaking freely by John Perkins( Visual )
- Touching the jaguar : transforming fear into action to change your life and the world by John Perkins( )
- Jing ji sha shou de gao bai by John Perkins( Book )
- Confessions d'un assassin économique : nouvelles révélations d'initiés sur la manipulation des économies du monde by John Perkins( Book )
- Mirovoĭ kapitalizm : razoblachenie, oni otvazhilisʹ skazatʹ pravdu by John Perkins( Book )
- Iʻtirāfāt yik jināyatkār iqtiṣādī by John Perkins( Book )
- Bir ekonomik tetikçinin itirafları = Confessions of an economic hit man by John Perkins( Book )
- Lơi thú tôi mơi của môt sát thủ kinh tê by John Perkins( Book )
- Ispovedʹ ėkonomicheskogo ubiĭt︠s︡y by John Perkins( Book )
- An oral history with John M. Perkins by John Perkins( )
- Exomologēsē henos oikonomikou dolophonou( Visual )
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Most widely held works by
John Perkins
The secret history of the American empire : economic hit men, jackals, and the truth about global corruption by
John Perkins(
Book
)
20 editions published between 2007 and 2014 in English and held by 1,280 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Perkins, author of Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, zeroes in on hot spots around the world and, drawing on interviews with other hit men, jackals (CIA operatives), reporters, and activists, examines the current geopolitical crisis. Instability is the norm: It's clear that the world we've created is dangerous and no longer sustainable. How did we get here? Who's responsible? What good have we done and at what cost? And what can we do to change things for the next generations? Perkins reveals the secret history behind the events that have created the American Empire, including: the current Latin American revolution and its lessons for democracy; how the 'defeats' in Vietnam and Iraq benefited big business; the role of Israel as 'Fortress America' in the Middle East; tragic repercussions of the IMF's 'Asian Economic Collapse'; U.S. blunders in Tibet, Congo, Lebanon, and Venezuela; jackal forays to assassinate democratic presidents. Alarming yet hopeful, this book provides a compassionate plan to reimagine our world
20 editions published between 2007 and 2014 in English and held by 1,280 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Perkins, author of Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, zeroes in on hot spots around the world and, drawing on interviews with other hit men, jackals (CIA operatives), reporters, and activists, examines the current geopolitical crisis. Instability is the norm: It's clear that the world we've created is dangerous and no longer sustainable. How did we get here? Who's responsible? What good have we done and at what cost? And what can we do to change things for the next generations? Perkins reveals the secret history behind the events that have created the American Empire, including: the current Latin American revolution and its lessons for democracy; how the 'defeats' in Vietnam and Iraq benefited big business; the role of Israel as 'Fortress America' in the Middle East; tragic repercussions of the IMF's 'Asian Economic Collapse'; U.S. blunders in Tibet, Congo, Lebanon, and Venezuela; jackal forays to assassinate democratic presidents. Alarming yet hopeful, this book provides a compassionate plan to reimagine our world
Hoodwinked : an economic hit man reveals why the world financial markets imploded--and what we need to do to remake them by
John Perkins(
Book
)
16 editions published between 2009 and 2011 in 4 languages and held by 583 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
John Perkins has seen economic meltdowns before--the banking industry collapse, the rising tide of unemployment, the shuttering of businesses are all too familiar symptoms of a far greater disease. As an economic hit man, he was involved in events once confined to the Third World, that have now sent the United States--and in fact the entire planet--spiraling toward disaster. Here, Perkins shows how we've been hoodwinked by the CEOs who run those few corporations that control the capital, land, and resources--and the politicians they manipulate. These corporate fat cats have sold us all on what he calls predatory capitalism, an exploitation of the many to benefit the already very wealthy. Their arrogance, gluttony, and mismanagement have brought us to the edge. But there is a way out. As Perkins makes clear, we can create a healthy economy that will encourage businesses to act responsibly, in the interests of their employees, their customers, the environment, and society at large.--From publisher description
16 editions published between 2009 and 2011 in 4 languages and held by 583 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
John Perkins has seen economic meltdowns before--the banking industry collapse, the rising tide of unemployment, the shuttering of businesses are all too familiar symptoms of a far greater disease. As an economic hit man, he was involved in events once confined to the Third World, that have now sent the United States--and in fact the entire planet--spiraling toward disaster. Here, Perkins shows how we've been hoodwinked by the CEOs who run those few corporations that control the capital, land, and resources--and the politicians they manipulate. These corporate fat cats have sold us all on what he calls predatory capitalism, an exploitation of the many to benefit the already very wealthy. Their arrogance, gluttony, and mismanagement have brought us to the edge. But there is a way out. As Perkins makes clear, we can create a healthy economy that will encourage businesses to act responsibly, in the interests of their employees, their customers, the environment, and society at large.--From publisher description
Confessions of an economic hit man by
John Perkins(
)
7 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 387 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is the inside story of how America turned from a respected republic into a feared empire. John Perkins should know, he was an economic hit man. His job was to convince countries that are strategically important to the U.S., from Indonesia to Panama, to accept enormous loans for infrastructure development and to make sure that the lucrative projects were contracted to Halliburton, Bechtel, Brown and Root, and other United States engineering and construction companies
7 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 387 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is the inside story of how America turned from a respected republic into a feared empire. John Perkins should know, he was an economic hit man. His job was to convince countries that are strategically important to the U.S., from Indonesia to Panama, to accept enormous loans for infrastructure development and to make sure that the lucrative projects were contracted to Halliburton, Bechtel, Brown and Root, and other United States engineering and construction companies
On the line(
Visual
)
5 editions published between 2007 and 2009 in English and held by 285 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
What happens when a group of activists, priests, celebrities, and students risk arrest to protest U.S. foreign policy in Latin America?ON THE LINE is an inside look at the people behind one of the largest nonviolent movements in America today: the movement to close the School of the Americas/WHINSEC, a U.S. Army school that trains Latin American soldiers. In a world where politics, passion, and Constitutional rights collide, protesters discuss their activism, the dark side of U.S. foreign policy, and the challenges of protesting since 9/11
5 editions published between 2007 and 2009 in English and held by 285 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
What happens when a group of activists, priests, celebrities, and students risk arrest to protest U.S. foreign policy in Latin America?ON THE LINE is an inside look at the people behind one of the largest nonviolent movements in America today: the movement to close the School of the Americas/WHINSEC, a U.S. Army school that trains Latin American soldiers. In a world where politics, passion, and Constitutional rights collide, protesters discuss their activism, the dark side of U.S. foreign policy, and the challenges of protesting since 9/11
The world is as you dream it : shamanic teachings from the Amazon and Andes by
John Perkins(
Book
)
4 editions published between 1994 and 2011 in English and held by 212 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Through their music, myth, herbal medicine, and the sacred ceremony of the hallucinogenic plant ayahuasca, the Shuar invite us into a dream that they have made reality--one that is nourishing and life-sustaining and in which the great privilege of being human is in embracing our role as caretakers of Mother Earth. --Publisher's description
4 editions published between 1994 and 2011 in English and held by 212 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Through their music, myth, herbal medicine, and the sacred ceremony of the hallucinogenic plant ayahuasca, the Shuar invite us into a dream that they have made reality--one that is nourishing and life-sustaining and in which the great privilege of being human is in embracing our role as caretakers of Mother Earth. --Publisher's description
Speaking freely by
John Perkins(
Visual
)
2 editions published in 2007 in English and held by 194 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
For many years John Perkins was an "economic hit man" in the world of international finance; a function he performed by persuading Third World countries to take on large-scale public works projects. Today we recognize that these types of projects, financed by the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF), have served to enrich U.S. corporations while creating crippling debt for these countries, effectively turning them into American client states. Experiencing a change of heart, Perkins resigned from the business in 1981. After running a utility company, he founded the nonprofit organization, Dream Change Coalition, which works closely with Amazonian and other indigenous people to help preserve their environments and cultures. Take the time for a conversation with Perkins about globalization and inequality around the world
2 editions published in 2007 in English and held by 194 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
For many years John Perkins was an "economic hit man" in the world of international finance; a function he performed by persuading Third World countries to take on large-scale public works projects. Today we recognize that these types of projects, financed by the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF), have served to enrich U.S. corporations while creating crippling debt for these countries, effectively turning them into American client states. Experiencing a change of heart, Perkins resigned from the business in 1981. After running a utility company, he founded the nonprofit organization, Dream Change Coalition, which works closely with Amazonian and other indigenous people to help preserve their environments and cultures. Take the time for a conversation with Perkins about globalization and inequality around the world
Shapeshifting : shamanic techniques for global and personal transformation by
John Perkins(
Book
)
5 editions published in 1997 in English and held by 137 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
After 'Hit Man' The New York Times bestseller Confessions of an Economic Hit Man documents John Perkins' extraordinary career as a globe-trotting economic hit man. Perkins' insider's view leads him to crisis of conscience--to the realization that he must devote himself to work which will foster a world-wide awareness of the sanctity of indigenous peoples, their cultures, and their environments. Perkins' books demonstrate how the age-old shamanic techniques of some of the world's most primitive peoples have sparked a revolution in modern concepts about healing, the subconscious, and the powers each of us has to alter individual and communal reality. Many indigenous cultures practice shapeshifting. Native American hunters take on the spirit of their prey to ensure a successful hunt; Asian medicine men "ingest" a sickness to heal the one afflicted; Amazon warriors become jaguars to soundlessly travel the jungle. Those who shapeshift understand that all of life is energy and that by focusing your intent you can change energetic patterns, rendering a new form. Shapeshifting can occur on three levels: cellular--transforming from human to plant or animal; personal--becoming a new self or leaving an addiction behind; and institutional--creating a new business or cultural identity. Since 1968, master shamans in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas have been training John Perkins to teach the industrial world about the powerful techniques involved in shapeshifting. His groundbreaking book takes you to deserts and jungles, mountains and oceans, medical research centers and corporate board rooms to learn the step-by-step methods of this practice that integrates ancient and modern techniques to bring about profound healing
5 editions published in 1997 in English and held by 137 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
After 'Hit Man' The New York Times bestseller Confessions of an Economic Hit Man documents John Perkins' extraordinary career as a globe-trotting economic hit man. Perkins' insider's view leads him to crisis of conscience--to the realization that he must devote himself to work which will foster a world-wide awareness of the sanctity of indigenous peoples, their cultures, and their environments. Perkins' books demonstrate how the age-old shamanic techniques of some of the world's most primitive peoples have sparked a revolution in modern concepts about healing, the subconscious, and the powers each of us has to alter individual and communal reality. Many indigenous cultures practice shapeshifting. Native American hunters take on the spirit of their prey to ensure a successful hunt; Asian medicine men "ingest" a sickness to heal the one afflicted; Amazon warriors become jaguars to soundlessly travel the jungle. Those who shapeshift understand that all of life is energy and that by focusing your intent you can change energetic patterns, rendering a new form. Shapeshifting can occur on three levels: cellular--transforming from human to plant or animal; personal--becoming a new self or leaving an addiction behind; and institutional--creating a new business or cultural identity. Since 1968, master shamans in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas have been training John Perkins to teach the industrial world about the powerful techniques involved in shapeshifting. His groundbreaking book takes you to deserts and jungles, mountains and oceans, medical research centers and corporate board rooms to learn the step-by-step methods of this practice that integrates ancient and modern techniques to bring about profound healing
The secret history of the American empire : economic hit men, jackals, and the truth about global corruption by
John Perkins(
Recording
)
11 editions published between 2007 and 2009 in English and held by 101 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Examines the crisis of worldwide instability created by the partnership of American corporations and the U.S. government
11 editions published between 2007 and 2009 in English and held by 101 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Examines the crisis of worldwide instability created by the partnership of American corporations and the U.S. government
Psychonavigation : techniques for travel beyond time by
John Perkins(
Book
)
7 editions published between 1990 and 2011 in English and held by 93 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Psychonavigation, still practiced by tribal cultures, can help you access your own inner guidance to find direction in life decisions. From firsthand experience with native cultures, John Perkins shows you how
7 editions published between 1990 and 2011 in English and held by 93 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Psychonavigation, still practiced by tribal cultures, can help you access your own inner guidance to find direction in life decisions. From firsthand experience with native cultures, John Perkins shows you how
Confessions of an economic hit man by
John Perkins(
Book
)
23 editions published between 2004 and 2016 in 7 languages and held by 89 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Autobiografisch relaas van een economisch adviseur, die Amerikaanse bedrijven en overheden in de Derde Wereld dubieuze adviezen verstrekte over de besteding van hulpgelden, bedrijfscontracten en het afhankelijk maken van regeringen in ontwikkelingslanden
23 editions published between 2004 and 2016 in 7 languages and held by 89 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Autobiografisch relaas van een economisch adviseur, die Amerikaanse bedrijven en overheden in de Derde Wereld dubieuze adviezen verstrekte over de besteding van hulpgelden, bedrijfscontracten en het afhankelijk maken van regeringen in ontwikkelingslanden
Spirit of the Shuar : wisdom from the last unconquered people of the Amazon by
John Perkins(
Book
)
4 editions published in 2001 in English and held by 89 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Even in the face of modern encroachment into their world, the Shuar of the Amazon offer a philosophy of love, joy, and hope. Here, they share their practice of ""dreaming the world, "" explaining the interdependence of humans and the environment and their faith in the life-giving spirit of nature that allows each of us to transform ourselves
4 editions published in 2001 in English and held by 89 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Even in the face of modern encroachment into their world, the Shuar of the Amazon offer a philosophy of love, joy, and hope. Here, they share their practice of ""dreaming the world, "" explaining the interdependence of humans and the environment and their faith in the life-giving spirit of nature that allows each of us to transform ourselves
The stress-free habit : powerful techniques for health and longevity from the Andes, Yucatan, and Far East by
John Perkins(
Book
)
5 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 87 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This simple, effective program for stress management is based on methods used by native cultures around the world
5 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 87 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This simple, effective program for stress management is based on methods used by native cultures around the world
Hoodwinked : an economic hit man reveals why the global economy imploded - and how to fix it by
John Perkins(
Book
)
5 editions published between 2009 and 2011 in English and held by 65 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Takes aim at the current global economic crisis and attempts to clear a path out of the rubble by providing a plan for remaking the economic markets
5 editions published between 2009 and 2011 in English and held by 65 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Takes aim at the current global economic crisis and attempts to clear a path out of the rubble by providing a plan for remaking the economic markets
Modern routing techniques by
Jim Phillips(
Book
)
3 editions published in 1990 in English and Undetermined and held by 63 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 1990 in English and Undetermined and held by 63 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Hoodwinked : an economic hit man reveals why the world financial markets imploded--and what we need to do to remake them by
John Perkins(
)
2 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 52 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
John Perkins has seen economic meltdowns before--the banking industry collapse, the rising tide of unemployment, the shuttering of businesses are all too familiar symptoms of a far greater disease. As an economic hit man, he was involved in events once confined to the Third World, that have now sent the United States--and in fact the entire planet--spiraling toward disaster. Here, Perkins shows how we've been hoodwinked by the CEOs who run those few corporations that control the capital, land, and resources--and the politicians they manipulate. These corporate fat cats have sold us all on what he calls predatory capitalism, an exploitation of the many to benefit the already very wealthy. Their arrogance, gluttony, and mismanagement have brought us to the edge. But there is a way out. As Perkins makes clear, we can create a healthy economy that will encourage businesses to act responsibly, in the interests of their employees, their customers, the environment, and society at large.--From publisher description
2 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 52 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
John Perkins has seen economic meltdowns before--the banking industry collapse, the rising tide of unemployment, the shuttering of businesses are all too familiar symptoms of a far greater disease. As an economic hit man, he was involved in events once confined to the Third World, that have now sent the United States--and in fact the entire planet--spiraling toward disaster. Here, Perkins shows how we've been hoodwinked by the CEOs who run those few corporations that control the capital, land, and resources--and the politicians they manipulate. These corporate fat cats have sold us all on what he calls predatory capitalism, an exploitation of the many to benefit the already very wealthy. Their arrogance, gluttony, and mismanagement have brought us to the edge. But there is a way out. As Perkins makes clear, we can create a healthy economy that will encourage businesses to act responsibly, in the interests of their employees, their customers, the environment, and society at large.--From publisher description
A century of war(
Visual
)
2 editions published in 2018 in English and held by 52 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Looks at factors contributing to the growing decline in the U.S. economy: decreased investment in infrastructure, increased investment in defense industries, ongoing military intervention, globaliztion and the offshoring of industry
2 editions published in 2018 in English and held by 52 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Looks at factors contributing to the growing decline in the U.S. economy: decreased investment in infrastructure, increased investment in defense industries, ongoing military intervention, globaliztion and the offshoring of industry
Weltmacht ohne Skrupel die dunkle Seite der Globalisierung ; wie die USA systematisch Entwicklungsländer ausbeuten by
John Perkins(
Book
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6 editions published between 2007 and 2013 in German and held by 50 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
6 editions published between 2007 and 2013 in German and held by 50 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Confessions of an economic hit man by
John Perkins(
Book
)
25 editions published between 2004 and 2010 in English and Undetermined and held by 46 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Om John Perkins arbejde som agent for at fremme USAs økonomiske interesser i udviklingslandene, oftest ved hjælp af fupanalyser, bestikkelse og sex
25 editions published between 2004 and 2010 in English and Undetermined and held by 46 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Om John Perkins arbejde som agent for at fremme USAs økonomiske interesser i udviklingslandene, oftest ved hjælp af fupanalyser, bestikkelse og sex
Do all lives matter? : the issues we can no longer ignore and the solutions we all long for by
Wayne Gordon(
)
3 editions published in 2017 in English and held by 46 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Inner-city pastor Wayne Gordon and Civil Rights legend John M. Perkins help readers understand our current racial crisis, offering them practical, real-world strategies so they can be part of the solution
3 editions published in 2017 in English and held by 46 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Inner-city pastor Wayne Gordon and Civil Rights legend John M. Perkins help readers understand our current racial crisis, offering them practical, real-world strategies so they can be part of the solution
Zeitgeist addendum(
Visual
)
2 editions published between 2008 and 2012 in English and held by 45 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Features former 'Economic Hitman' and New York Times bestselling author, John Perkins, along with the Venus Project, an organization for social redesign created by industrial designer Jacque Fresco. Broken into four chapters, the first explains 'Fractional reserve banking' and how debt and bankruptcy are inevitable realities. The second exposes various levels of international corruption via the financial/corporate system
2 editions published between 2008 and 2012 in English and held by 45 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Features former 'Economic Hitman' and New York Times bestselling author, John Perkins, along with the Venus Project, an organization for social redesign created by industrial designer Jacque Fresco. Broken into four chapters, the first explains 'Fractional reserve banking' and how debt and bankruptcy are inevitable realities. The second exposes various levels of international corruption via the financial/corporate system
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- United States National Security Agency
- World Bank
- Chas. T. Main, Inc
- Emerson, Brian Narrator
- Halliburton Company
- Brown & Root Development, Inc
- Glenn, Peter Director
- Sheen, Martin Interviewee Narrator
- SOA Watch (Organization)
- Barr, Bob 1948- Interviewee
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Amazon River Region Astral projection Black lives matter movement Brown & Root Development, Inc Chas. T. Main, Inc Corporations, American Corporations, American--Corrupt practices Corporations, American--Foreign countries Decision making--Psychic aspects Developing countries Diplomatic relations Economic history Economists Ecuador Energy consultants Environmental responsibility Finance--Government policy Globalization--Social aspects Halliburton Company Hallucinogenic drugs and religious experience Imperialism Indians of South America Intelligence officers International economic relations Latin America Meditation Military bases Military relations Nonviolence Orientation--Psychic aspects Perkins, John, Protest movements Race relations Race relations--Religious aspects--Christianity Racism Racism--Religious aspects--Christianity Rain forest ecology--Religious aspects Reconciliation--Religious aspects--Christianity Shamanism Shapeshifting Shuar Indians--Religion Shuar philosophy SOA Watch (Organization) Social action Social change United States United States.--National Security Agency Visualization Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation (U.S.) World Bank
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John Perkins American author
John Perkins americký aktivista, spisovatel literatury faktu
John Perkins Amerikaans econoom
John Perkins amerikansk ekonom
John Perkins amerikansk økonom
John Perkins economista e saggista statunitense
John Perkins economista, empresario, escritor y activista estadounidense.
John Perkins économiste et écrivain américain
John Perkins US-amerikanischer Schriftsteller und Ökonom
John Perkins usona ekonomisto, aktivulo, kaj aŭtoro
Jōn, Parkins, 1945-
Perkins, Dzhon, 1945-
Perkins, Džon, 1945-
Perkin̲s, Jān̲, 1945-
Perkins, John M.
Perkins John M. 1945-....
Pērkinss, Džons, 1945-
Perkkin̲s, Jān̲, 1945-
Перкинс, Джон
Перкинс, Джон, 1945-
Перкінс Джон
ג'ון פרקינס
جان پرکنز
جان پرکینز اقتصاددان آمریکایی
جون بيركنز، 1945-
جون بيركنز مؤلف أمريكي
ஜான் பெர்க்கின்ஸ்
ジョン・パーキンズ
パーキンス, ジョン
約翰·柏金斯
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