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Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Francisco Goya in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Francisco Goya is one of the most important figures of Spanish art history, alongside icons such as Diego Velasquez and Pablo Picasso. During his lifetime, he established a reputation as a master portraitist and worked as a court painter to the Spanish Crown, but at the same time produced personal works combining social criticism, a pessimistic vision of humanity and fantastic elements. These apparent contradictions are one of the reasons for the enduring fascination he has exerted over spectators and artists alike: his work had a major influence on painters such as Edouard Manet and Eugene Delacroix, and he is widely considered to be a forerunner of the avant-garde movements of the 19th and 20th centuries.In this book, you will learn about:* The political and social changes that shook Spain during the 18th century* Goya's most important works, including The Nude Maja and The Sleep of Reason Produces Monsters* The response to Goya's work and his influence on later artistsABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Find out how Google became the most visited site in the world just 50 minutes!Google is one of the world's most valuable brands, and currently has billions of users worldwide. From humble beginnings in the computer labs of Stanford University, the search engine's innovative approach to organising and classifying pages on the internet quickly set it apart from its competitors, and before long the company began branching out into other products, such as its Chrome web browser, Gmail email service and applications such as Google Hangouts and Google Maps. In this concise and accessible guide, you will find out how Google's founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page were able to develop a revolutionary search engine and make the World Wide Web's incredible reserves of information accessible and easy to navigate for users everywhere.In 50 minutes you will:* Understand what made Google's search engine stand out from its competitors* Learn about the wide range of products and services the company offers* Find out about Google's spectacular growth and future prospectsABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | BUSINESS STORIESThe Business Stories series from the 50Minutes collection provides the tools to quickly understand the innovative companies that have shaped the modern business world. Our publications will give you contextual information, an analysis of business strategies and an introduction to future trends and opportunities in a clear and easily digestible format, making them the ideal starting point for readers looking to understand what makes these companies stand out.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about writing your CV with this practical guide.A well-written CV is your ticket to getting an initial foothold in recruitment process, but writing it is often viewed as a daunting, arduous task. Knowing what to include and what to leave out can seem like an impossibly complicated puzzle, but this guide will help you to cut through the confusion and teach you the secrets of crafting a clear, informative, well-structured CV that is sure to grab any recruiter's attention.In 50 minutes you will be able to:* Learn about the vital components of any CV* Understand what information to include and which pitfalls to avoid* Discover the keys to catching and holding a recruiter's attentionABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | COACHINGThe Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning.

Ready to take your business to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about preventing absenteeism with this practical guide.Many businesses have seen a marked increase in employee absences in recent years, but it is not always a simple matter to counter this trend, which can have a serious impact on both the company's productivity and employee wellbeing. However, employers and employees alike can benefit from taking preventative measures which identify and tackle the root causes of absenteeism, as outlined in this guide.In 50 minutes you will be able to:* Identify the reasons why absenteeism is so widespread* Discover the keys to fostering wellbeing in the workplace* Understand which preventative measures you should implement to combat absenteeismABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | COACHINGThe Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Edgar Allan Poe in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Edgar Allan Poe was one of the most significant and enduring figures of the literary scene in 19th-century America. He was one of the first American authors to attempt to make a living solely by writing, with mixed success, and he was a pioneering influence in the development of a number of modern genres, including horror, fantasy, science fiction and detective fiction. Although he is best known for the Gothic-inspired atmospheres and the darkness that permeated his work, he was also a profoundly rational, methodical writer, who eschewed the tradition of populating fantastic fiction with supernatural creatures in favour of a more psychological brand of horror. This innovative style has been an inspiration for countless writers, poets and artists, cementing Poe's legacy as a key figure in literary history. In this book, you will learn about:* Poe's most famous works, including The Fall of the House of Usher and The Murders in the Rue Morgue* The literary movements and earlier writers who influenced his work and ideas* His personal life, including the misfortune that plagued him and inspired some of his best-known worksABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Oscar Wilde in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Oscar Wilde was one of the best-known writers of the 19th century, with works such as The Picture of Dorian Gray widely recognised as classics. This self-proclaimed "e;Professor of Aesthetics"e; became famous in fashionable London society thanks to his brilliant conversational skills and insightful opinions on art and literature, and found success across a range of genres, including literary criticism, plays and short stories. However, Victorian society was deeply conservative and intolerant in matters of sexuality, and Wilde was imprisoned in 1895 for his relationships with men. He died poor and forgotten three years after his release, but his image has since been restored and he is now celebrated as a key figure of modern literature.In this book, you will learn about:* Wilde's most famous works, including The Picture of Dorian Gray and The Importance of Being Earnest* The literary movements and earlier writers who influenced his work and ideas* His personal life, including his relationships with men, which led to him being cast out of fashionable societyABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Albert Camus in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Albert Camus is one of the most celebrated and influential writers of the 20th century. From humble beginnings in Algeria under French rule, he garnered international recognition for his novels, short stories, plays and essays, and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1957. Camus was also a profoundly politically engaged writer: he took part in the French Resistance during the Second World War, denounced totalitarianism and injustice in all its forms, and campaigned in favour of the abolition of the death penalty. His writing grapples with universal philosophical themes such as the ultimate meaninglessness of life, and as such still resonates with many people today.In this book, you will learn about:* Camus's childhood and the historical context in which his books were written* The main themes and ideas explored in Camus's work, including the Absurd and the necessity of rebellion* Camus's influence on later writers and thinkers, both in France and abroadABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Agatha Christie in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Few writers have ever shaped a genre to the extent that Agatha Christie influenced crime fiction. The prolific British author, who penned a total of 67 novels over a span of more than 50 years, has had an enduring influence on every successive generation of crime novelists, having established many of the conventions that we associate with the genre today. Her plotting was so innovative that it often shocked or even scandalised readers in the early 20th century, and modern-day readers remain captivated by the challenge of unravelling one of her mysteries before the culprit is unmasked at the end of the book. She also created two of the most iconic detective characters of all time, namely Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple.In this book, you will learn about:* Christie's most famous works, including And Then There Were None and Murder on the Orient Express* The social context and earlier writers who influenced her work and ideas* Her personal life, including her mysterious disappearance in 1926ABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Jane Austen in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!During her lifetime, Jane Austen lived in relative obscurity; she was the daughter of a clergyman and rarely ventured beyond the rural parish she called home. However, after her death she was revealed to be the author of several popular novels which had previously been published anonymously, and after a biography of her life was published by her nephew a few decades later, interest in her work surged anew. As the author of unusually realistic novels during a period when Romanticism and Gothic influences were in vogue, she provided unique insight into the lives of the landed gentry in the early 19th century, which was also a time when women's voices were still a rarity in the literary world, and her gift for capturing the nuances of human relationships and emotions has proven timeless. She remains one of the most celebrated English novelists of all time.In this book, you will learn about:* Austen's most famous works, including Pride and Prejudice and Emma* The social, historical and literary context that influenced her writing style* Her personal life, including her rural upbringing and untimely deathABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about eating more healthily with this straightforward guide.Most of us are well aware that we should be eating more healthily, but it can be difficult to sift through all the contradicting dietary advice available to us and get a clear idea of what that means in practice. Coupled with the pressures and fast pace of modern life, this makes it all too easy to fall into bad habits. However, by taking a comprehensive view of our basic nutritional needs, it is possible to identify some fundamental steps that anyone can follow to improve both their diet and their overall wellbeing.In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Learn about the fundamental nutrients that our bodies need* Understand your body's personal nutritional needs* Discover the simple ways you can improve your diet quickly and effectivelyABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEING The Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about essential oils with this straightforward guide.Humans have used aromatherapy to improve their health, purify their living environments and enhance their religious ceremonies since the dawn of history, but in the modern era, this practice has fallen by the wayside. Essential oils are a key component of aromatherapy, and learning how you can start using them in your everyday life is a quick, safe and effective way of boosting your wellbeing and making the most of the natural resources our world has to offer.In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Discover the history of essential oils* Learn about the useful properties of a wide variety of essential oils* Find out how you can start using essential oils on a daily basisABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEING The Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about keeping things in perspective as a new parent with this straightforward guide.While no two couples will ever face the exact same challenges upon having a child, many new parents' attention is so consumed by the new arrival that they inadvertently begin neglecting their own relationship. Of course, the first few months of a child's life involve a great deal of change for their parents, but once your recently expanded family has settled into its new routine, maintaining a healthy relationship with your partner will be essential for the preservation of your own mental health. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can follow to ensure that your relationship stays strong.In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Understand the importance of balancing your parental responsibilities and your romantic relationship* Identify any behaviour which is undermining your relationship with your partner* Adopt new habits which will allow you to lead a more balanced lifeABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEING The Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about flirting with this straightforward guide.Flirting does not come naturally to everyone - some people seem to have been born with a silver tongue, but asking someone out can be a daunting prospect to others. In this helpful guide, you will learn about the fundamental role body language plays in our conversations, find out how to read the tell-tale signs that reveal that a guy is interested in you, and discover a variety of ways you can boost your self-confidence so that you can chat up guys with ease.In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Understand the importance of clear communication* Strike up a conversation with someone you are interested in* Boost your self-confidence for more effective flirtingABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEING The Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Ready to take your business to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about effective sales techniques with this practical guide.It is tempting to think that sales skills are something that you either have or do not have, and it is certainly true that selling does not come naturally to everyone. In reality, by following a small number of golden rules, anyone can win over even the most challenging customers. This concise and straightforward guide will give you the tools you need to hone your powers of persuasion, showcase your product's strengths, build positive customer relationships and secure repeat business.In 50 minutes you will be able to:* Adapt your sales pitch based on your customer's needs and motivations* Communicate effectively with customers to avoid misunderstandings and persuade them to make a purchase* Establish a relationship based on trust with your customers and keep them coming backABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | COACHING The Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about acing your job interview with this practical guide.Job interviews are an inevitable part of the job search process, but for most of us they are a stressful, nerve-racking experience. The key to a successful interview lies in a good understanding of what employers are looking for and effective preparation. Whatever stage of your career you are at, the advice in this guide will allow you to showcase your skills and win over any interviewer.In 50 minutes you will be able to:* Approach your job interview with confidence* Prepare effectively for the most common interview questions* Speak clearly and persuasively about your skills and experienceABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | COACHING The Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about optimising your LinkedIn profile with this practical guide.With over 530 million users worldwide, the professional social network LinkedIn is becoming increasingly indispensable for employees, employers and recruiters across all sectors. However, in such a crowded field, simply creating a profile is not enough: to get the most out of this valuable tool, you need to think carefully about your professional objectives, work on strengthening and maintaining your profile, and take steps to cultivate a high-quality network of fellow professionals.In 50 minutes you will be able to:* Use LinkedIn to showcase your skills, experience and accomplishments* Connect with the people who can take your career to the next level* Tailor your profile to your professional objectivesABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | COACHING The Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning.

Ready to take your business to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about coping with a crisis with this practical guide.No company is invulnerable to crisis. Calamity can strike at any time, and the ensuing crisis situation will often make or break a business. Navigating these stressful times is never easy, but identifying potential risk factors and developing a detailed crisis management plan in advance will stack the odds in your favour, allowing you to beat the pressure and help your company stay the course.In 50 minutes you will be able to:* Identify the risk factors that could lead to a crisis situation* Develop a comprehensive crisis management plan* Put your plan into practice and resolve any crisis quickly and effectivelyABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | COACHING The Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning.

Understand Black Monday in no time! Find out everything you need to know about this major financial crisis with this practical and accessible guide.On 19 October 1987, a number of factors came together to cause an unexpected drop in share prices on the New York Stock Exchange, with the Dow Jones ultimately losing 22.6% of its value in the course of a single day. This was the largest drop in the index's long history, but fortunately the real economy emerged relatively unscathed from the crash and a crisis of the magnitude of the 1929 Wall Street Crash was averted.In 50 minutes you will be able to:* Identify the reasons for the sudden loss of share value on 19 October 1987* Find out about the crash's impact on stock markets around the world* Understand the decisive action taken to prevent the crisis from worseningABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | ECONOMIC CULTURE The Economic Culture series from the 50Minutes collection provides the tools to quickly understand the main theories and concepts that shape the economic world of today. Our publications will give you elements of theory, definitions of key terms and case studies in a clear and easily digestible format, making them the ideal starting point for readers looking to develop their skills and expertise.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Saddam Hussein in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the rise and fall of Saddam Hussein. Following a series of bloody coups, Saddam Hussein came to power in Iraq in 1979 and quickly established an authoritarian dictatorship that endured for over twenty years. His leadership was characterised by a series of wars, including his invasion of Kuwait in 1990, which culminated in a brutal defeat at the hands of a US-led coalition and hefty UN sanctions being imposed on Iraq. Saddam Hussein was removed from power in 2003, but Iraq had been left heavily weakened by years of poverty and repression, and soon found itself facing a new enemy in the form of Daesh.In just 50 minutes you will:* Learn about the historical events that paved the way for Saddam Hussein's rise to power* Understand the various conflicts that arose in the Middle East during the dictatorship, including the Iran-Iraq War and the Gulf War* Discover how the situation in Iraq has developed since Saddam Hussein was deposedABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the story of the Mayflower in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the voyage of the Mayflower. In 1620, a group of Puritans now known as the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for America to escape the religious persecution they faced in England. Despite delays, tempests, food shortages, disease and discord, they managed to establish the colony of Plymouth. This settlement¿s success was due in no small part to the alliance the colonists made with the local Wampanoag tribe, and the harmony they initially lived in has been immortalised in the American tradition of Thanksgiving. Other colonists followed their example and flocked to America in droves, but this led to widespread conflict with the Native American population, and the true scale of the devastation they wrought has only been recognised in recent years.In just 50 minutes you will:¿ Find out about the religious persecution that motivated the Pilgrims¿ journey across the Atlantic¿ Learn about the early days of the colony they founded in New England ¿ Understand the conflicts that arose between the colonists and the Native Americans in the following years ABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the history of the Protestant Reformation in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the Protestant Reformation, which began in 1517 with the publication of Martin Luther¿s 95 Theses. The rest of the 16th century was defined by the resulting religious schism, which pitted the Catholic Church against an ever-growing movement that demanded far-reaching reforms in almost every area of religious life. Several heads of state converted to Protestantism, bolstering the movement, including Henry VIII, who founded the Anglican Church in 1534. However, the Reformation was also beset by internal dissent, and it quickly splintered into a number of different factions, most notably with the rise of Calvinism in Geneva. Even so, its greatest rival remained the Catholic Church, and the next two centuries were characterised by a series of religious conflicts, wars and massacres which lasted until the emergence of tolerance and secularism during the Age of Enlightenment.In just 50 minutes you will:¿ Discover the Catholic practices that the Reformation sought to abolish¿ Learn about the differing beliefs of the most prominent leaders of the Reformation¿ Understand the conflicts that broke out across Europe in the wake of this religious upheavalABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life and career of Franklin D. Roosevelt in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the life and political career of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd president of the United States. When Roosevelt was first elected in 1932, the USA was in the midst of the Great Depression, a major economic crisis. Thanks to a series of progressive, interventionist measures known collectively as the New Deal, the new president was able to set the economy on the path to recovery and drastically reduce unemployment. He also steered his country through the Second World War and played a crucial role in the establishment of the postwar world order, notably through his contribution to the creation of the United Nations.In just 50 minutes you will:* Find out about Roosevelt's political career, from his days as governor of the state of New York to his four terms as president* Understand the main programmes of the New Deal and their impact on the American economy* Learn about Roosevelt's leadership during the Second World War and find out how he contributed to the peace processABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Nelson Mandela in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of Nelson Mandela's lifelong fight against apartheid. This system of racial segregation was enshrined in law in South Africa in 1948 and relegated non-white individuals to the position of second-class citizens. As part of the African National Congress, Mandela fought against this racist system and was eventually imprisoned for his beliefs. After his release in 1991, he played a major role in South Africa's transition to democracy and in the reconciliation process between the country's different racial communities. He went on to become the country's first black president, and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his contribution to the end of apartheid.In just 50 minutes you will:* Learn about the work of the African National Congress, including its armed wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe* Find out about Mandela's role in the fight against apartheid and his influence on activists around the world* Understand the progress South Africa has made since the abolition of apartheid in 1991 and the challenges it is still facingABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the operations of the Ku Klux Klan in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the Ku Klux Klan¿s activity over the past 150 years. This notorious organisation was founded in 1865 in the wake of the American Civil War, but although its stated aim was to protect the war-torn Southern states, it soon became a vehicle for brutal violence committed against the country¿s black population and was disbanded as a result. However, it was revived by William J. Simmons in the early 20th century, and the second incarnation of the organisation proved more popular, more prejudiced and more bloodthirsty than ever before. Although its power waned in the following decades, and only isolated, depleted local cells can still be found today, the KKK remains a byword for prejudice, extremism and white supremacy worldwide.In just 50 minutes you will:¿ Learn about the circumstances that led to the KKK being founded in the wake of the American Civil War¿ Find out about the various attempts to revive the organisation since it was first disbanded¿ Understand the roles played by several key members of the KKK throughout the organisation¿s historyABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

Find out how Groupon exploded around the world in just 50 minutes!The online deal marketplace Groupon was founded in 2008 in response to ordinary citizens' declining buying power during the global economic crisis. Its initial success was astounding: its early growth outstripped that of Google, Amazon and eBay, and its value reached $1 billion just 17 months after its creation. However, cracks soon began to show as partners complained of being forced into loss-marking contracts and investors deserted the company in droves, causing its share value to plummet. In response, Groupon has taken steps to reinvent itself through its new marketplace and direct purchasing options, leaving many onlookers uncertain but cautiously optimistic about the site's future.In 50 minutes you will:* Find out about Groupon's business model and astonishing early successes* Understand the reasons for Groupon's decline and the steps taken to remedy it* Identify Groupon's competitors and the challenges facing the company in futureABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | BUSINESS STORIESThe Business Stories series from the 50Minutes collection provides the tools to quickly understand the innovative companies that have shaped the modern business world. Our publications will give you contextual information, an analysis of business strategies and an introduction to future trends and opportunities in a clear and easily digestible format, making them the ideal starting point for readers looking to understand what makes these companies stand out.

Find out how Wikipedia became an internet giant in just 50 minutes!With over 40 million articles in almost 300 languages and dialects, Wikipedia is the largest and most influential encyclopaedia in the world. This success is all the more astonishing considering that the site relies on volunteers to write and edit its articles, and makes no money from advertising. At a time when traditional encyclopaedias were struggling to adapt to the rise of the internet, Wikipedia revolutionised the sector with its free, collaborative model. In this concise and accessible guide, you will find out how founders Jimmy Wales and Larry Sanger were able to democratise encyclopaedias and turn their unconventional project into one of the most frequently consulted sites in the world.In 50 minutes you will:* Learn about Wikipedia's history, from its launch in 2001 right up to the present day* Understand the key principles behind the site's functioning* Find out about related projects, including Wikimedia Commons and WikidataABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | BUSINESS STORIESThe Business Stories series from the 50Minutes collection provides the tools to quickly understand the innovative companies that have shaped the modern business world. Our publications will give you contextual information, an analysis of business strategies and an introduction to future trends and opportunities in a clear and easily digestible format, making them the ideal starting point for readers looking to understand what makes these companies stand out.

Find out how Apple dominates the tech sector in just 50 minutes!Apple is one of the world's most recognisable and desirable brands, with an immense and devoted fan base. It has stood at the forefront of the digital revolution since it was founded in the 1970s, and has produced iconic products such as the Macintosh, the iPod and the iPhone. It is currently one of the most valuable companies in the world, and its yearly profits are larger than the GDP of some countries. In this concise and accessible guide, you will find how Apple was able to anticipate what its customers want in order to secure a market-leading position, and discover what sets the company apart from its many competitors.In 50 minutes you will:* Learn about Apple's history, founders and most important products* Find out how Apple was able to become one of the most valuable companies in the world* Identify what makes Apple stand out from its competitorsABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | BUSINESS STORIESThe Business Stories series from the 50Minutes collection provides the tools to quickly understand the innovative companies that have shaped the modern business world. Our publications will give you contextual information, an analysis of business strategies and an introduction to future trends and opportunities in a clear and easily digestible format, making them the ideal starting point for readers looking to understand what makes these companies stand out.

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