Kofi Annan Reihenfolge der Bücher (Chronologisch)

Die umfassende Biografie eines ungewöhnlichen Helden Raoul Wallenberg ist eine der schillerndsten und rätselhaftesten Figuren, wenn es um den Widerstand gegen den Nationalsozialismus in Europa geht. Bereits die Geschichte, wie er 1944 zu seiner Berufung als schwedischer Sondergesandter nach Budapest kam, liest sich wie aus einem Spionagethriller. Wallenberg rettete während seiner kurzen Zeit als Sondergesandter Schwedens in Budapest Tausende ungarischer Juden vor dem Holocaust. Und als nach Kriegsende die sowjetischen Truppen in die Stadt einmarschierten, wurde er als Spion verhaftet und nie wieder gesehen, was Anlass zu zahlreichen Spekulationen über seinen Verbleib gab. Die schwedische Historikerin Ingrid Carlberg schafft es in dieser einzigartigen Biografie, das Leben eines herausragend mutigen und außergewöhnlich beharrlichen Menschen zu erzählen, der schon bald nach seinem unerklärlichen Verschwinden zum Ehrenbürger der USA ernannt und als »Gerechter unter den Völkern« geehrt wurde. Ausstattung: Bildteil mit ca. 100 Abbildungen und Fotos in s/w

After 40 years of service in the United Nations, former Secretary-General Annan shares the inside story of a world at the brink with perspectives on the September 11 attacks, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and other world conflicts.

Now in its second year, the Prix Pictet aims to use photography to educate audiences worldwide about issues related to climate change. This is the first photographic award on the topic of sustainability, harnessing art's unique compelling power for the benefit of our precious planet. The theme for this year is Earth, encompassing the planet, the ground beneath our feer, and the ways in which mankind negatively affects the landscape, whether through broken abandoned cities, strip mining, waste dumps or other forms of exploitation. It also refers to the aftermath of natural disasters such as earthquakes, landslides and volcanoes. The shortlist of nominess will be announced in July at the Rencontres d'Arles photo festival in France, and the winner in Paris in October. One of the short-listed photographers will be commissioned to record a sustainability project funded by Pictet & Cie.

"What makes Mandela so special is that he's a real human being... His greatness and sacrifice are even more remarkable." - Bill Clinton. Named one of *Time* magazine's 100 Most Important People of the 20th Century, Nelson Mandela dedicated his life to combating racism, segregation, and oppression while championing democracy, equality, and education. This authorized portrait celebrates his courage, determination, and humanity, chronicling his extraordinary contributions to humankind. The narrative is enriched by 60 original interviews with family, friends, colleagues, and prominent figures in politics and entertainment, providing a personal glimpse into his life. It traces his journey from rural South Africa to his leadership in the African National Congress, his 27-year imprisonment, and his emergence as a global leader and advocate for change. Featuring a foreword by Bill Clinton and an introduction by Archbishop Desmond Tutu, this beautifully designed portrait includes 250 images, many from private collections and the Nelson Mandela Foundation archive, some published for the first time. It also showcases artifacts and facsimiles of Mandela's writings and correspondence, including records of his negotiations with prison authorities and intimate letters to loved ones. This work stands as one of the most lavishly illustrated and comprehensive tributes to Mandela's life and legacy.