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Book SynopsisEvery day, in every court and tribunal, advocates represent us all - Crown and defendant, landlord and tenant, rich and poor, honest and false alike. What are the duties to court and client? This book surveys the role of advocates at every stage of their work.

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Book SynopsisFor many observers, the European Union is mired in a deep crisis. Between sluggish growth; political turmoil following a decade of austerity politics; Brexit; and the rise of Asian influence, the EU is seen as a declining power on the world stage.Columbia Law professor Anu Bradford argues the opposite in her important new book The Brussels Effect: the EU remains an influential superpower that shapes the world in its image. By promulgating regulations that shape the international business environment, elevating standards worldwide, and leading to a notable Europeanization of many important aspects of global commerce, the EU has managed to shape policy in areas such as data privacy, consumer health and safety, environmental protection, antitrust, and online hate speech. And in contrast to how superpowers wield their global influence, the Brussels Effect - a phrase first coined by Bradford in 2012 - absolves the EU from playing a direct role in imposing standards, as market forces alone are often sufficient as multinational companies voluntarily extend the EU rule to govern their global operations. The Brussels Effect shows how the EU has acquired such power, why multinational companies use EU standards as global standards, and why the EU''s role as the world''s regulator is likely to outlive its gradual economic decline, extending the EU''s influence long into the future.Trade ReviewBradford makes her case with verve, and with a great eye for detail. * Jan Klabbers, European Journal of International Law *The author of this book, a scholar of extraordinary authority, overturns existing stereotypes and demonstrates how the European Union has become the only authority capable of dictating the rules that guide the behavior of world economic life. In the crisis of international cooperation, Brussels builds the rules that are progressively adopted by global markets. A Europe that exercises its authority not with muscles but with a refined blend of brains and experience. * Romano Prodi, formerly President of the European Commission and Prime Minister of Italy *Anu Bradford, a professor at Columbia University, originally coined the term "Brussel Effect" and has been studying it for several years. Her impressive book assembles evidence going back decades, tracing its development from the "Reach" chemicals regulation, developed in the early 2000s, to the digital age. ... What is incontrovertible is that the Brussels effect has dominated global economic regulation to an under-appreciated extent. This book will be the definitive reference guide for those wishing to understand. * Alan Beattie, Financial Times *Developing her earlier work and, in turn, Vogel's ground-breaking study of the "California Effect", Bradford argues brilliantly—without ignoring the external and internal challenges faced by the EU—the extent to which the "Brussels Effect" (i.e. the EU's unilateral power to regulate global markets) has operated in many foreign jurisdictions, including the US and China ... Bradford's tour de force is to combine a dense number of facts and information with a vivid analysis. * Julien Miéral, European Law Review *Anu Bradford's The Brussels Effect is essential reading for anyone interested in Europe's place in the world. Decried as a powerless entity, vainly committed to multilateralism, Bradford shows how the EU has, in fact, turned unilateral regulatory measures into a source of global economic clout. A timely and powerful antidote to prevailing euro-pessimism. * Adam Tooze, author of Crashed and Director of the European Institute, Columbia University *This book is both timely and important. I have frequently witnessed the Brussels Effect in many areas, including data privacy, trade, the digital economy and consumer and food safety, where the EU increasingly sets global standards. Professor Bradford describes in a detailed and engaging style why the EU is a global regulatory superpower that shapes the world in its own image. This book is of great relevance, not just for an academic audience but also for businesses and policy makers around the world. This book clearly explains the nature of the EU's often under-appreciated 'quiet influence. * Anthony Gardner, former US Ambassador to the European Union *Finally! A book that carefully and systematically documents the European Union's power in the world and challenges us to rethink how we define power in the process. The Brussels Effect is a tour de force; a study that will establish a new benchmark for scholars and serve as a major stumbling block for prophets of European decline. * Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO, New America *In The Brussels Effect, Anu Bradford has developed her brilliant and insightful theory of the European Union's global power into a fascinating and thorough account of the ways in which EU rules are transformed into global standards through market mechanisms. This book, like her earlier work, will be widely read and highly influential in policy as well as scholarly debates. * Gráinne de Búrca, Florence Ellinwood Allen Professor of Law, New York University *The Brussels Effect is an important book that challenges us to rethink the impact of the EU on the global economy. Bradford has made a creative and original contribution to the literature on business regulation. Her well-documented and clearly written study shows how and why the EU has become the world's most influential regulator, shaping both business practices and public policies well beyond its borders. * David Vogel, Solomon P. Lee Chair Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Business Ethics, University of California Berkley *In The Brussels Effect, Anu Bradford offers a perceptive analysis of the influence the EU can and must have well beyond its borders. With global governance being challenged, the Brussels Effect is filling a desperately needed void. It gives us yet another reason why we cannot afford to have the European ambitions fail. * Paul Polman, Co-founder, IMAGINE and Chair, International Chamber of Commerce, Former CEO of Unilever *Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Brussels Effect Preface to Part One: Theory Chapter 1. How the EU Became a Global Regulatory Power Chapter 2. The Brussels Effect Chapter 3. The Brussels Effect in Context Preface to Part Two: Case Studies Chapter 4. Market Competition Chapter 5. Digital Economy Chapter 6. Consumer Health and Safety Chapter 7. Environment Preface to Part Three: Assessment Chapter 8. Is the Brussels Effect Beneficial? Chapter 9. The Future of the Brussels Effect

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Book SynopsisFoundations for the LPC covers the compulsory foundation areas of the Legal Practice Course as set out in the LPC outcomes: professional conduct, tax and revenue law, and wills and administraion of estates. It also features coverage of human rights.Table of ContentsPart 1: Professional Conduct 1: Ethics, professional conduct and regulation 2: Financial services 3: Money laundering Part 2: Revenue Law 4: An introduction to revenue law 5: Income tax 6: Capital gains tax 7: Inheritance tax 8: Corporation tax 9: Value added tax 10: Taxation of sole proprietors and partnerships 11: Taxation of trusts and settlements Part 3: Wills and Administration of Estates 12: Introduction to wills and administration of estates 13: Entitlement to the estate 14: Application for a grant of representation 15: Post-grant practice Part 4: Human Rights 16: Human rights

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Book SynopsisFully reworked, restructured, and updated, and incorporating changes following the 2019 general election; this fifth edition is the essential guide for anyone studying sentencing and punishment as part of a law or criminology course.Table of ContentsPart I: Sentencing Principles, Policies and Problems 1: Developing penal policy 2: Structuring sentencing 3: Determining 'just deserts' 4: Utility and deterrence 5: Risk and danger 6: Instead of punishment? Restorative justice, child welfare, and medical treatment 7: Impact on victims and offenders Part II: Punishing Offenders 8: Justice in the modern prison 9: Experiencing imprisonment 10: Punishment and rehabilitation in the community 11: Court orders for young offenders 12: Concluding remarks

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Book SynopsisVery Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, InspiringArbitration is a legal dispute resolution mechanism, alternative to courts. It provides binding decisions, enforceable around the world. It is where parties take their disputes when they have agreed that courts, for one reason or another, do not suit them - which happens more often than one might think. Some of the most politically sensitive disputes on the largest scale go to arbitration. Countries which need to settle their boundaries in areas of the oceans rich in oil, gas and other resources sometimes arbitrate, and much of the war in Sudan was eventually tied up with an arbitration. Investors who have staked billions of dollars in unstable developing countries rely on arbitration clauses to protect their investments. But also much smaller, everyday cases are routinely dealt with by arbitration - millions of consumers, whether they know it or not, enter into arbitration contracts when they conclude routine transactions. Even athletes get involved in arbitration cases of great notoriety, for instance when these relate to doping offences during the Olympic Games.This Very Short Introduction explains what arbitration is, how it works, what parties who have agreed to go to arbitration should expect, the relationship between arbitration and the law, and the politics of arbitration. It also considers where the global system of arbitration is headed. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Table of ContentsPrologue 1: Where does arbitration come from? 2: How does arbitration work? 3: From financial crises to doping disputes: "I will see you in... arbitration!" 4: Arbitration and the law 5: The geopolitics of arbitration against governments 6: Where is arbitration going? References Further Reading Index

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Book SynopsisWith contributions from leading authorities, this is the definitive guide to current criminological theory, research, and policy.The Oxford Handbook of Criminology provides a comprehensive collection of chapters covering the core and emerging topics studied on criminology courses, indispensable to students, academics, and professionals alike. 43 chapters written by over 85 leading academics exploring relevant theory, cutting-edge research, policy developments, and current debates, encouraging students to appreciate the diverse and interdisciplinary nature of criminological discourse Includes detailed references to aid further research Chapters updated to reflect recent cases, statistics, and scholarship, as well as significant current events such as Covid-19 and social justice movements. New chapters added presenting research on topical issues including victimology, hate crime, desistance, cybercrime, atrocity crimes, convict criminology, security and smart cities, prison abolitionism,Trade ReviewThe Handbook has long been essential for me, both as a student and a teacher. The new edition is every bit as significant as its predecessors - the updates that have been made are exciting and ensure that it retains its relevance. * Dr Daniel Newman, Reader, Cardiff School of Law, Politics and International Relations *An excellent textbook for any Criminology or Criminal Justice programme, with renowned academics in the field providing depth and critical awareness of theoretical approaches and policy developments for understanding contemporary issues. * Jenny Johnstone, Senior Lecturer, Newcastle Law School *The Oxford Handbook has been a rock-solid institution in our field since its first publication. This new edition showcases its vibrancy with a vision for criminology in the 21st century. * Professor Susanne Karstedt, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University *Leading scholars, riveting research, rousing writing. With many chapters to stretch our thinking, this 7th edition underlines the need for a socially transformative criminology. * Professor Elizabeth Stanley, Institute of Criminology, Te Herenga Waka/Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand *A definitive guide to scholarship across a wide range of subject areas, including cutting-edge topics like cybercrime research, convict criminology, and border criminology. Highly recommended. * Dr Deirdre Healy, Director of the UCD Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Associate Professor, University College Dublin *The new Handbook, which covers an extraordinary variety of themes, will be invaluable for students and academics alike. * Dr Mark Hayes, Senior Lecturer in Human Sciences, Solent University *Building on the success of previous editions, this new volume provides some of the best and most influential scholarship within British Criminology. An indispensable resource for those studying, researcing or working in the rapidly developing field of Criminology. * Dr Irene Zempi, Associate Professor in Criminology, Nottingham Trent University *Table of Contents0: Alison Liebling, Shadd Maruna, and Lesley McAra: Introduction: Renewing our vision Part I: Conceptions of Crime and Criminology 1: Paul Rock: Sociological theories of crime 2: Nicola Lacey and Lucia Zedner: Criminalization: historical, legal and criminological perspectives 3: Manuel Eisner: Towards a global comparative criminology 4: Susan McVie and Ben Matthews: The changing role of data in crime, criminal justice and criminology 5: Darrick Jolliffe and Katherine M. Auty: Developmental and life-course criminology: an overview 6: Beth Weaver, Hannah Graham, and Shadd Maruna: Turning over a new leaf: desistance research for a new generation 7: Alistair Fraser and Dick Hobbs: Urban criminal collaborations 8: Toby Seddon and Alex Stevens: Drug use, drug problems, and drug control: a political economy perspective 9: Ailbhe O Loughlin and Jill Peay: Mental health, mental disabilities, and crime 10: Mike Hough and Julian V. Roberts: Public opinion, crime, and criminal justice 11: Chris Greer and Eugene McLaughlin: Crime news, trial by media, and scandal hunting Part II: Critical Contemporary Issues 12: Andy Aydin-Aitchison, Mirza Buljubasic, and Barbora Holá: Criminology and atrocity crimes 13: Paolo Campana: Contagion and connections: applying network thinking to violence and organised crime 14: Neil Chakraborti and Amy Clarke: Demystifying hate crime in an age of crises 15: Coretta Phillips, Ben Bowling, and Alpa Parmar: Ethnicities, racism, crime, and criminal justice 16: Adrian Grounds, Maria Ttofi, and Lidia Puigvert: Where is 'victimology' in an era of #MeToo? 17: Michele Burman and Loraine Gelsthorpe: Feminist criminology: inequalities, powerlessness, and justice 18: David Gadd: Domestic violence 19: Jo Phoenix: Prostitution and sex work 20: Belinda Winder and Nick Blagden: Understanding and rehabilitating men with sexual convictions: theory, intervention, and compassion 21: Ben Collier and Alice Hutchings: Cybercrime: a social ecology 22: Michael Levi and Nicholas Lord: White-collar and corporate crime 23: Victoria Canning, Paddy Hillyard, and Steve Tombs: Social harm and zemiology 24: Avi Brisman and Nigel South: Green criminology 25: Keith Hayward and Oliver Smith: Crime and consumer culture Part III: Security, Policing, and Prevention: Visions of Justice 26: Ian Loader, Richard Sparks, Ben Bradford, Ryan Casey, Evi Girling, and Gosia Polanska: Security and everyday life in uncertain times 27: Adam Crawford, Susan Donkin, and Christine A. Weirich: Crime prevention as urban security 28: Ben Bradford and Pete Fussey: Security and smart cities 29: Trevor Jones, Tim Newburn, and Robert Reiner: Policing and the police 30: Martin Innes and Michael Levi: Making and managing terrorism and counter-terrorism: the view from criminology 31: Nicky Padfield and Cyrus Tata: Understanding penal decision-making: courts, sentencing and parole 32: Lesley McAra: Youth justice in an age of uncertainty: principles, performance, and prospects 33: Meredith Rossner: Restorative justice in the twenty-first century: making emotions mainstream 34: Kieran McEvoy, Ron Dudai, and Cheryl Lawther: Punishment, victimhood, and social control: towards a criminology of transitional justice Part IV: Punishment and the Penal State 35: David Garland: The punishment-welfare relationship: history, sociology, and politics 36: Katja Franko: Criminology, punishment, and the state in a globalized society 37: Mary Bosworth: Border criminology and the changing nature of penal power 38: Ben Crewe and Alison Liebling: Reconfiguring and reimagining penal power 39: Gwen Robinson and Fergus McNeill: Punishment in the community: evolution, expansion, and moderation 40: Yvonne Jewkes: Why prison architecture and design matter to our understanding of the limits of punishment and rehabilitation 41: Joe Sim: 'Hounding power into a corner': prison abolitionism in England and Wales 42: Rod Earle, Danica Darley, Bill Davies, David Honeywell, and Ed Schreeche-Powell: Convict criminology without guarantees: proposing hard labour for an unfinished criminology 43: Alison Liebling, Fergus McNeill, and Bethany E. 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Book SynopsisCompany Law captures the dynamism of the subject and provides adept, comprehensive coverage. Brenda Hannigan provides extensive insight into the principles and doctrine of company law, engaging with corporate structures, governance, finance, and liquidation, alongside an in-depth exploration of key primary sources.Clearly written and well-structured - the perfect companion for the company law student Attention is paid across all topics to the European dimension of company law, providing valuable context Includes a detailed review of the key issues in shareholder remedies including the derivative claim and its relationship with the famous rule in Foss v HarbottleAlso available as an e-book with functionality, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning supportNew to this EditionBarclay-Watt v Alpha Panareti Public Ltd; Lifestyle Equities CV v AhmedDnaNudge Ltd v Ventura Capital GP Ltd; Re Compound Photonics Group LtdManchester Bulding Society v Grant Thornton LLP; AssetCo p

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Book SynopsisContract Law Concentrate is written and designed to help you succeed. Written by experts and covering all key topics, Concentrate guides go above and beyond, not only consolidating your learning but focusing your revision and maximising your exam performance. Each guide includes revision tips, advice on how to achieve extra marks, and a thorough and focused breakdown of the key topics and cases.Revision guides you can rely on: trusted by lecturers, loved by students... The Concentrate books are my favourite revision guides as the quality of the information is always more comprehensive than others. Carly Hatchard, law student, University of BoltonThe Concentrate structure is extremely good, it makes it so much easier to revise ... no key information is left out, it''s a great series. Emma Wainwright, law student, Oxford Brookes UniversityThe detail in this revision textbook is phenomenal and is just what is needed to push your exam preparation to the next level - Stephanie Lomas, law st

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Book SynopsisThe book is a personal narrative of the author on the death penalty. The author in this work recounts her experience, as a lawyer, of arguing a death penalty case. The book also critically examines the leading death penalty cases that have developed the law on the capital punishment in India, and quotes the leading jurists on the subject.Table of Contents1. The Case of the Four Boys 2. Bachan Singh 3. Machchi Singh 4. Swamy Shraddananda 5. Dhananjoy Chatterjee 6. The Mumbai Bomb Blasts 7. Law is Not Mathematics 8. Bodies on the Hillock 9. Guns, Knives, and Swords 10. At the Supreme Court 11. Burning the Midnight Oil 12. Finding Flaws and Loopholes 13. No Eyewitnesses, My Lords! 14. The Star Witnesses 15. Other Witnesses 16. Skulls and Bones 17. The Final Lap 18. The Final Lap II 19. The Judgment 20. Afterwards 22. The Abolition of the Death Penalty: Global Perspectives 23. Death Penalty Creates No Deterrence: Hard Facts 24. Food for Thought

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Book SynopsisThe concept of law lies at the heart of our social and political life, shaping the character of our community and underlying issues from racism and abortion to human rights and international war. The revised edition of this Very Short Introduction examines the central questions about law's relation to justice, morality, and democracy.Trade ReviewWith an admirable and elegant economy of expression - which compromises neither subtlety nor nuance - Ray Wacks has written in Philosophy of Law: A Very Short Introduction, a juristic gem that not only shines with clarity but sparkles with insight on topics as diverse as natural law, rights theory, utilitarianism, the sociology of the law, critical legal studies and law-and-economics. An indispensable introduction for the student of legal philosophy, as well as a sound and reliable guide for the seasoned scholar, Wacks' Philosophy of Law makes a knock-down case, concisely and capaciously, for the absolute centrality of jurisprudence to the study of law. * Professor William MacNeil, Griffith Law School *Table of ContentsIntroduction ; 1. Natural law ; 2. Legal positivism ; 3. Dworkin: the moral integrity of law ; 4. Rights and justice ; 5. Law and society ; 6. Critical legal theory ; 7. Understanding law: a very short epilogue ; References ; Further reading

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Book SynopsisThe No.1 Bestseller!''I was a very vulnerable young woman with three small children. I was lost ... Pat Quirke tried to come in and control everything''Bobby Ryan''s disappearance in rural Tipperary in June 2011 mystified all who knew him. The truck-driver and part-time DJ (known as Mr Moonlight) was an easy-going fellow with no enemies. Or so everyone thought.When Ryan''s body was found 22 months later on the farm of Mary Lowry, the wealthy young widow he had been seeing, it was clear that he had met a violent end.And the most likely person to have brought about that end? Pat Quirke, the man who had ''discovered'' the body - Mary Lowry''s brother-in-law, financial advisor, tenant and one-time lover.Following the longest running murder trial in Irish criminal history Quirke was convicted of murder in May 2019. Getting to that day had taken years of exhaustive work by gardaí. The Murder of Mr Moonlight is the definitTrade Review[An] excellent book that shows all the colours of the story that intrigued the nation * Irish Daily Mail *Well-researched and highly readable ... Fegan proves her journalistic mettle, delivering forensic detail in accessible language ... Anyone who followed the trial will not be disappointed by Fegan's book * Sunday Business Post *Absolutely compulsive reading (as I know because my wife wouldn't let me anywhere near it - but I did get it in the end!) ... a page-turner -- Eamon Dunphy * The Stand *

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Book SynopsisAn essential textbook for students and researchers of medical law, this comprehensive guide covers all major topics, combining legal analysis with moral theory to provide an authoritative and accessible exploration of medical law and ethics.

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Book SynopsisHelps you find out how to protect your family, your money, your job, and your rights. This friendly guide also helps you discover how to: protect your child support rights; arm yourself against identity theft; clean up your credit and improve your credit score; hire the right attorney for your needs; and, draw up wills and living wills.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part I: Basic Legal Stuff 7 Chapter 1: All About Our Legal System 9 Chapter 2: Do It Yourself: Solving Your Own Legal Problems 25 Chapter 3: Solving Legal Problems with an Attorney 35 Part II: Laws That Affect Your Daily Life 47 Chapter 4: Relationships, Marriage, and Divorce 49 Chapter 5: Parenting and Child Care 73 Chapter 6: The Law and Your Job 87 Chapter 7: Driving and the Law 109 Chapter 8: Privacy: Do You Really Have Any? 117 Part III: The Law and Your Money 145 Chapter 9: So You Want to Be an Entrepreneur! 147 Chapter 10: Credit: Getting It, Using It, Losing It, Rebuilding It 167 Chapter 11: Smart Spending 189 Chapter 12: Buying and Selling a Home 201 Part IV: Tough Stuff: Being Sick, Getting Older, Dying 219 Chapter 13: Your Health Care Rights 221 Chapter 14: Getting Older: We All Do It 241 Chapter 15: Estate Planning 273 Chapter 16: Death and Dying: Doing It Gracefully 291 Part V: Crime and Punishment 305 Chapter 17: Do the Crime, Do the Time 307 Chapter 18: Juvenile Law: The Times Are Changing 329 Part VI: The Part of Tens 337 Chapter 19: More Than Ten Ways to Avoid Legal Problems 339 Chapter 20: Ten Common Mistakes Consumers Make When Hiring an Attorney 345 Index 351

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the 33rd edition of Lloyd's Maritime Atlas.Published since 1951, Lloyd's Maritime Atlas is the oldest and most respected atlas in the shipping industry. A comprehensive reference for locating the world's busiest ports and shipping places, this new edition has been fully updated and enhanced with revised maps and new features to alleviate the demands on today's busy shipping professional.In the 20242025 edition you will find: The maps and indexes have been updated with the latest port names and locations, and expanded with almost 200 new ports integrated The addition of more than 400 new anchorages, 45 marine terminals, 22 offshore facilities, and 85 oil and gas fields The latest data on piracy incidents applied to a global overview with summaries by region, vessel type and dwt, plus every map featuring three grades of incident symbols to highlight the severity of different hotspots The MARPOL map haTable of ContentsWorld Distance Tables; User Guide; Symbols and Abbreviations; LNG Terminals; GENERAL; World Fleet Statistics; Index Map; WORLD AND OCEAN MAPS; International Load Line Zones; MARPOL, PSSA and SECA; Vaccinations; Piracy Hotspots; North Atlantic Ocean; Atlantic and Indian Oceans; Pacific Ocean; Arctic; Antarctic; REGIONAL MAPS; United Kingdom and Ireland Insets: Clyde; Humber, Trent; Tyne, Tees Thames; English Channel Fact panel: Seine-Oise-Marne; North Sea; Northern Europe; Belgium, Netherlands and Germany Fact panels: Rhine, Western Scheldt; Southern Scandinavia Fact panel: Lake Vanern; Baltic Sea Fact panel: Saimaa Canal; Black Sea, Caspian Sea Fact panel: Volga, Don; Mediterranean Sea; Bay of Biscay; Strait of Gibraltar; Northern Mediterranean; Gulf of Naples; Gulf of Venice; Gulf of Tunis; Aegean Sea Inset: Piraeus; Easter Mediterranean; Africa and the Middle East Inset: Azores; West Africa; Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia & Somalia; South-East Africa; Persian Gulf; South Asia Inset: Hong Kong Fact panel: Yangtze (Chiang Jiang); India; Gulf of Thailand; Malaysia, Indonesia Insets: Singapore; Brunei Darussalam; Strait of Malacca; Philippines; Japan; China, Korea; Australasia and Pacific Islands; North America; Pacific Northwest; Southern California; Eastern United States Inset: Bermuda; Great Lakes Fact panel: Great Lakes; Gulf of St. Lawrence Fact panel: St. Lawrence Seaway; Easter Seaboard Inset: New York; Central America; Caribbean Sea; South America Fact panel: Amazon; River Plate, Southern Brazil Fact panel: Parana; CANALS; Kiel Canal; Rhine-Main-Danube Canal; Suez Canal; Panama Canal; Geographical Index; Alphabetical Index

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Book SynopsisThis book investigates corruption and anti-corruption efforts in Africa, emphasising the regional and thematic differences across the continent, whilst also exploring key patterns and trends.Combatting the ethnocentrism of Western corruption research, this book highlights the importance of a home-generated and contextualised approach to understanding corruption in Africa. Bringing together a rich array of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research, the book considers how corruption manifests in a range of selected countries across the political, economic, and social spheres. The book adopts a strong comparative approach, exploring patterns, dynamics, and mechanisms in African societies. It assesses the historical underpinnings of corruption, emerging trends, and socio-economic realities before suggesting realistic contemporary solutions to the challenges of corruption in Africa. Bringing together academics and practitioners, readers will encounter intellectual disc

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Book SynopsisFoster a culture of student achievement through authentic relationships and student leadershipExpanding her groundbreaking study on Warm Demander pedagogy, Franita Ware offers educators a framework for restoring their ideals about teaching and creating more rewarding and engaging learning experiences. Beginning with a deep dive into Radical Self-Care, the author addresses the harmful effects of stress on teachers and students.Subsequent chapters instruct educators on how to start their journey to become Warm Demander Teachers. Exposing the challenges that educators face, the author encourages them to develop healthy identities for themselves. From there, Ware lays out a path toward collective healing from the harms of an inequitable education system, systemic racism, and intersecting systems of oppression. Engaging and eye opening throughout, Ware provides: Reflection-practice activities in every chapter Guidance for facilitators to support shared learning Real-world examples from Warm Demander Teachers Warm Demander Teachers presents a new perspective and framework for promoting culturally responsive practices: fundamentally, high expectations for students are grounded in trusted, supportive relationships, and instructional strategies highlight culturally responsive inquiry and positive student learner identities. Ware's insightful delivery provides the necessary support for educators to become healthy, whole, and transformational.

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Book SynopsisInternational law shapes nearly every aspect of our lives. It affects the food we eat, the products we buy, the rights we hold, and the wars we fight. Yet international law is often believed to be the exclusive domain of well-heeled professionals with years of legal training. This text uses clear, accessible writing and contemporary political examples to explain where international law comes from, how actors decide whether to follow international law, and how international law is upheld using legal and political tools. Suitable for undergraduate and graduate students, this book is accessible to a wide audience and is written for anyone who wants to understand how global rules shape and transform international politics. Each chapter is framed by a case study that examines a current political issue, such as the bombing of Yemen or the use of chemical weapons in Syria, encouraging students to draw connections between theoretical concepts and real-world situations. The chapters are modularTrade Review'This excellent book ties together an impressive array of material from law and political science in an accessible way. The book uses case studies not just to illustrate legal interpretation but also to illuminate how international law affects the practice of state and non-state actors. I strongly recommend it for any course on the politics of international law.' Erik Voeten, Georgetown University'Finally, a textbook on international law that is really geared toward undergraduate international relations and political science students! It delivers the material in a way that is easy to read and understand, and the case examples not only help to drive home key concepts, but are written in a way that makes the text more engaging for both professors and students.' Heather Elko McKibben, University of California, Davis'For years, I have been searching in vain for a textbook for my international institutions classes. Politics and International Law is it! Johns explains legal principles in accurate yet easy to understand language across virtually every issue area governed by international law, and breathes life into the sometimes mundane details of international law through insightful background and colorful case studies.' Jana von Stein, The Australian National University'Leslie Johns has written and compiled an international law casebook that is clear, accessible, and very timely. It will be easy to teach from and engaging for a wide range of students.' Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO, New AmericaTable of Contents1. Competing perspectives on international law and politics; 2. Making international law; 3. Breaking international law; 4. Upholding international law; 5. Law of the Sea; 6. Trade; 7. Investment; 8. Human rights; 9. Use of force; 10. Armed conflict; 11. Criminal Responsibility; 12. Environmental protection.

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Book SynopsisMass Media Law, 22nd ed., provides college students with a timely, comprehensive, and up-to-date examination of some of the most important principles, doctrines, and cases affecting communications law and the First Amendment freedoms of speech, press, and assembly. The book is packed with current, real-life examples and the latest legal rulings that are relevant for students studying journalism, advertising, public relations, telecommunications, and other facets of the media and communications professions.Table of ContentsChapter 1: The American Legal SystemChapter 2: The First Amendment: The Meaning of FreedomChapter 3: The First Amendment: Contemporary ProblemsChapter 4: Defamation: Establishing a CaseChapter 5: Defamation: Proof of FaultChapter 6: Defamation: Defenses and DamagesChapter 7 Invasion of Privacy: Appropriation and Intrusion Chapter 8: Invasion of Privacy: Publication of Private Information and False LightChapter 9: Gathering Information: People, Places, Records, and RecordingsChapter 10: Protection of News Sources/Contempt PowerChapter 11: Free Press–Fair Trail: Trail-Level Remedies and Restrictive OrdersChapter 12: Free Press–Fair Trail: Closed Judicial ProceedingsChapter 13: Regulation of Obscene and Other Erotic MaterialChapter 14: Copyright and TrademarkChapter 15: Regulation of AdvertisingChapter 16: Telecommunications Regulation

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Book SynopsisFrances Quinn (LLB) is an award-winning journalist with a particular interest in, and experience of, the law. The late Catherine Elliott (LLB, DEA) was a qualified barrister and experienced university lecturer, who wrote extensively in the field of law. Consultant editor Stephen Bunbury is a Senior Lecturer in Law at the University of Westminster.Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Table of cases Table of statutes Table of statutory instruments Table of EU legislation Introduction Part 1 The formation of a contract Offer and acceptance Certainty Intention to create legal relations Capacity Formalities Consideration Part 2 The contents of a contract Terms of the contract Unfair contract terms Part 3 Vitiating factors Misrepresentation Mistake Illegality Duress and undue influence Part 4 Third parties Third parties Part 5 discharge and remedies Discharge of contract Remedies Part 6 Consumer protection Consumer contracts Answering examination questions Glossary Index

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Book Synopsis''The most gripping and satisfying thriller I''ve read in more than a decade'' Sophie Hannah''One of the best legal thrillers ... as elegant and gripping as Scott Turow''s Presumed Innocent'' Daily Mail''Quite the tour de force! Twelve Angry Men meets Chinatown and creates something of its own'' Sarah Pinborough''This is a tense, emotionally charged, scary-good, stand-out read'' Caroline Kepnes**********MAJOR TV SERIES COMING SOON - FROM THE PEOPLE WHO BROUGHT YOU NETFLIX''S UNBELIEVABLE... One juror changed the verdict. What if she was wrong?''Ten years ago we made a decision together...''Fifteen-year-old Jessica Silver, heiress to a billion-dollar fortune, vanishes on her way home from school. Her teacher, Bobby Nock, is the prime suspect. It''s an open and shut case for the prosecution, and a quick conviction seems all but guaranteed. Until Maya SealeTrade ReviewPlunge a syringe filled with adrenaline into the heart of Twelve Angry Men and you've got The Holdout: the first legal thriller thirty years - ever since Presumed Innocent and A Time to Kill electrified readers the world over - to rank alongside those two modern classics. But Graham Moore's novel is so much more than exhilarating courtroom blood sport: it's a provocative, urgent inquiry into American justice (and injustice) in the twenty-first century; it's a witty battle of the sexes; it's a compassionate character study; it's a fiendishly slippery game of cat-and-mouse suspense. Whether you're a fan of Harper Lee or Lisa Scottoline, if you loved The Lincoln Lawyer or Defending Jacob - or even if you didn't! - The Holdout will astonish you. It sure as hell astonished me. * AJ Finn *Quite the tour de force! Twelve Angry Men meets Chinatown and creates something of its own * Sarah Pinborough *The most gripping and satisfying thriller I've read in more than a decade -- Sophie HannahGraham Moore's heart beats on every page of THE HOLDOUT, a murder trial as only he could have written it: secrets and lies, mysteries upon mysteries, and a cast of characters each with their own dubious motives. This is a tense, emotionally charged, scary-good, stand-out read that hooked me till the last page. * Caroline Kepnes *Wow! I loved THE HOLDOUT, in which author Graham Moore does the impossible, creating a page-turning legal thriller with a twisty and absolutely riveting plot, as well as raising profound and though-provoking questions about the jury system and modern justice. All that, plus a strong and compelling female heroine in lawyer Maya Searle, whom you'll root for as the tables turn against her and she finds herself behind bars, with everything on the line. You won't be able to put this one down! * Lisa Scottoline *Clever, well-written and twistier than a can of silly-string. You absolutely need to read The Holdout! I could not put it down. * Emma Kavanagh *Stayed up late to finish The Holdout. Still in shock this morning ... I didn't see that ending coming! Amazing thriller, deserves to be one of the biggest books of 2020. * Michelle Davies *Terrific twisty and well-structured thriller. * Adele Geras *A gripping read with real psychological tension. *BOOK OF THE WEEK* * Woman's Weekly *Moore's background as a screenwriter might explain his accomplished plotting; but he excels, too, at in-depth characterisation. *Thriller of the Month* * The Sunday Times *Written in snappy chapters, and short, bullish sentences, this is a lot of (silly, gripping) fun. * The Observer *The Oscar-winning screenwriter of The Imitation Game has produced one of the best legal thrillers in recent years. It is as elegant and gripping as Scott Turow's Presumed Innocent. * Daily Mail *Oscar-winning screenwriter Graham Moore has fashioned an adrenalin-charged and compulsively readable legal thriller complete with a killer twist. * Irish Independent *Rivals the best of John Grisham and Scott Turow. Highly reccommended! * Simon Lelic *

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA NON-FICTION DAGGER''Thomas Grant has brought together Hutchinson''s greatest legal hits, producing a fascinating episodic cultural history of post-war Britain that chronicles the end of deference and secrecy, and the advent of a more permissive society . . . Grant brings out the essence of each case, and Hutchinson''s role, with clarity and wit'' Ben Macintyre, The Times''An excellent book . . . Grant recounts these trials in limpid prose which clarifies obscurities. A delicious flavouring of cool irony, which is so much more effective than hot indignation, covers his treatment of the small mindedness and cheapness behind some prosecutions'' Richard Davenport-Hines, GuardianBorn in 1915 into the fringes of the Bloomsbury Group, Jeremy Hutchinson went on to become the greatest criminal barrister of the 1960s, ''70s and ''80s. The cases of that periTrade ReviewThroughout a long career, [Jeremy Hutchinson's] brilliant and stylish advocacy achieved success in cases that looked unwinnable -- Helena KennedyJeremy was not just a good lawyer; he was fearless in standing up to judges. He was a most formidable advocate of the 1960s and '70s and he had a marvellous sense of mischief -- Geoffrey RobertsonHutchinson provides the memories and Grant puts pen to paper. The result is a multifaceted object: a celebration of a brilliant career, an explanation of the legal process and a social and cultural history of the second half of the 20th century . . . Jeremy Hutchinson's Case Histories is, above all, a romance * Daily Telegraph *A fine reminder of the great democratic values enshrined in our legal system . . . Grant has cleverly produced what amounts to a cultural history of Britain in the rapidly changing post-war years . . . a greatly entertaining read which celebrates a barrister who stood up and argued with clarity and passion for various freedoms that we now take for granted * Daily Express *A fascinating look at Britain's post-war social, political and cultural history * Bookseller *[Jeremy Hutchinson] is my hero because of what he stands for today, as he continues to speak out against what he fears to be the loss of independent representation of those not merely down on their luck but down in the gutter. He is the living symbol of all that independent criminal advocacy means for justice and the rule of law * Guardian *Jeremy Hutchinson's Case Histories . . . makes a compelling read, and is a real contribution to the history of twentieth-century English mentalities. It is also a first-rate lesson in simple humanity . . . The pungency, intelligence and humour of [Thomas] Grant and his subject make this the most enlivening of case-books . . . [Jeremy Hutchinson] is abundant in the qualities of empathy, consideration and humour. He manages to be both charming and shatteringly truthful * Guardian *A fascinating episodic cultural history of postwar Britiain, that chronicles the end of the age of deference and secrecy, and the advent of a more permissive society . . . an impassioned defence of the criminal Bar itself . . . Grant brings out the essence of each case, and Hutchinson's role, with clarity and wit . . . a reminder of how many of the defining stories of modern times have been fought out through our courts, and changed by them * The Times *Given my automatic animus, you can imagine how confusing it was to be charmed into surrender by Thomas Grant's traversal of Hutchinson's long career as a QC * Observer *Jeremy Hutchinson's Case Histories reminds us of the celebrated, and infamous, cases in which Hutchinson appeared, the skills he deployed, and the importance of the criminal defence advocate to the rule of law. Reheated recollections of old cases rarely make for a tasty dish. But the ingredients of Hutchinson's casebook are exceptionally delicious, and Grant's recipe and presentation are irresistible . . . One of the merits of this entertaining collection of Jeremy Hutchinson's greatest hits is that the authentic sound of the great advocate can be heard again, loud and clear . . . Thomas Grant ensures that we understand Lord Hutchinson's achievements and the importance of the principles of criminal defence advocacy to a free society -- David Pannick QC * The Times *Author and QC Thomas Grant does a fine job . . . Hutchinson's priceless advocacy is every bit as powerful on the page and Grant brilliantly recaptures the tensions and drama of some of the most seminal Old Bailey criminal trials of the Sixties, Seventies and Eighties . . . It is hard to imagine a more interesting time for a criminal advocate to be working and this wonderful book is a celebration not just of the man but of the profession itself * Evening Standard *All these cases make thoroughly good reading, while vividly illuminating the morals and mores of that now distant period just a generation ago. But the sting in the tail of the book comes in the postscript by the centenarian Hutchinson himself . . . a powerful indictment of the wanton destruction by ignorant politicians of the whole edifice of British justice as he knew it * Financial Times *An attractive picture of a life honourably and enjoyably lived. Naturally, it supports the argument that we are a more civilised society today because of the battles which people like Hutchinson fought and won . . . So a happy century to Jeremy Hutchinson, who represented decency even when he defended indecency -- Charles Moore * Sunday Telegraph *His life reads like a history of the 20th century . . . A resounding postscript written by Jeremy Hutchinson himself shows that at the age of 100, he has lost none of his extraordinary power and authority * Daily Mail *Fascinating * Daily Mail *One of the most enjoyable books this summer is Jeremy Hutchinson's Case Histories, a biography by Thomas Grant of an extraordinary man * The Times *So began a career that would see Hutchinson, son of a renowned barrister, member of the artistic Bloomsbury set, prosecute and defend in some of the biggest criminal cases of the era, reshaping censorship and secrecy along the way, his life an extraordinary window into the 20th century * Brighton Argus *An excellent book charting some of Jeremy's more remarkable trials and his very eclectic clients, many of whom he cared for deeply * Daily Mail *Biographies of lawyers are very rare, but Hutchinson's career was so unusually varied that it makes a splendid subject for a book . . . [Grant's] book is clearly and elegantly written, turning Hutchinson's life into a satisfying moral history of 20th-century Britain * Literary Review *Jeremy Hutchinson's Case Histories encapsulates the fascinating untold stories behind the cases defining issues of homosexuality, espionage, class and deference that dominated post-war Britain and Hutchinson's own passion for penal reform * Telegraph *You could tell a brief social history of Britain through the career of Jeremy Hutchinson * The Times *[Jeremy Hutchinson's] life and trials are admirably captured in Thomas Grant's accessible book * The Times *Jeremy Hutchinson was the greatest criminal barrister of the 1960s, '70s and '80s. The cases of that period changed society for ever and Hutchinson's role in them was second to none. Here his most remarkable trials are examined, each one providing a fascinating look into Britain's post-war social, political and cultural history * Gransnet *A useful and highly entertaining potted history of a period when social deference and sexual prudery were on the way out. If one personal quality shines through this discreet and admiring book, it is Hutchinson's humanity and understanding of human frailty * TLS *At first glance, you might wonder how interesting a book about a lawyer can be. But once you open the pages of this one, you'll be instantly hooked . . . Totally terrific * Daily Mail *A brilliant and absorbing book about the life of a barrister. And what a life * Evening Standard *Thomas Grant has brought together Hutchinson's greatest legal hits, and in the process has produced a fascinating episodic cultural history of postwar Britain, chronicling the end of the age of deference and the advent of a more permissive society. More than that, this book is also an impassioned defence of the criminal Bar itself, and the bulwark of democracy enshrined in the principle that every person accused of crime is entitled to independent representation * The Times *Not just a celebration of a brilliant legal career but also a history of changing mores in Britain * Daily Telegraph *A likeable account of a life in the law * Sunday Times *Thomas Grant uses Hutchinson's cases to chart the seismic shift in British culture between 1960 and 1984, during which time the barrister appeared for the defence in landmark prosecutions such as Last Tango in Paris and The Romans in Britain. That we enjoy such broad artistic freedom today is partly thanks to Hutchinson, and this fascinating book reminds us why * Independent *A staunch defender of civil liberties, he defended Lady Chatterley's Lover, Christine Keeler and Howard Marks among many more and his life opens a lively window on to Britain during the second half of the 20th century * Daily Express *This book makes a compelling read, and is a real contribution to the history of 20th-century English mentalities. It is also a first-rate lesson in simple humanity * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisThis textbook presents a clear exploration of the historical developments and ideas that give modern thinking its distinctive shape. It guides students through the rival standpoints on jurisprudence from the origins of Western jurisprudential thought and the classical tradition to the emergence of ‘modern’ political thought. Chapters on Hart, Fuller, Rawls, Dworkin and Finnis lead the reader systematically through the terrain of modern legal philosophy, tracing the issues back to fundamental questions of philosophy, and indicating lines of criticism that result in a fresh and original perspective on the subject. The third edition includes a new chapter on feminist legal scholarship and non-Western approaches. Praise for the previous editions: 'An ideal starting place for anyone interested in, or studying, legal philosophy ... Its simple but ambitious aim to provide a concise and accessible guide is easily achieved.' (Student Law Journal) 'A decent choice for an introductory course on jurisprudence, or for a serious student who wishes to study on his or her own.' (Canadian Law Library)Trade ReviewThis book is clear, concise and well laid out. -- Amy Elkington * University of Chichester *An ideal starting place for anyone interested in, or studying, legal philosophy … Its simple but ambitious aim to provide a concise and accessible guide is easily achieved. * Student Law Journal (of the first edition) *A decent choice for an introductory course on jurisprudence, or for a serious student who wishes to study on his or her own. * Canadian Law Library (of the first edition) *Table of Contents1. Justice, Law and History Morality History Law Situating Jurisprudence PART ONE FOUNDATIONS 2. Origins of the Western Jurisprudential Tradition A Basic Division Aristotelian Political Thought The Abandonment of Aristotle Justice and Community in Plato Suggested Reading 3. Jurisprudence – The Classical Tradition Positive Law Natural Law The Relationship between Natural Law and Positive Law Justice and Determination Human Knowledge of Natural Law A Word on Doctrines Suggested Reading 4. The Emergence of ‘Modern’ Political Thought Hobbes’s View of the Human Condition Law and Society The Political Context of Leviathan A Divided Inheritance Excursus Reason Sociability Absolutism The Right of Nature Suggested Reading 5. Images of Law from Grotius to Kant Grotius as a Natural Law Theorist A New Framework Suggested Reading PART TWO DEBATES 6. Positive Law, Positive Justice: Hart The Basic Dimensions of Hart’s Positivism The Nature of Law Law and Morality Natural Law Justice and Equality Suggested Reading 7. Justice in the ‘Real World’: Dworkin The Philosopher-Judge Could the Law be an Expression of Something other than ‘Integrity’? Objectivity, Truth and Scepticism Philosopher-Kings and Philosopher-Judges Suggested Reading 8. Justice and the Liberal State: Rawls Rational Reflection and Questions of Method The Problem of Justice The First Principle of Justice The Second Principle The Basic Structure in Context Suggested Reading 9. Justice and the Common Good: Finnis Introducing the Political Philosophy The Basic Goods The Status of Practical Reasonableness Order, Community and Justice Justice and Rights The Overall Direction of Finnis’s Account Suggested Reading 10. Justice and Legality: Fuller Legality and Justice Justice and the Institutional Reality of Law Eunomics: The Theory of Good Order The Direction of Fuller’s Thought Suggested Reading 11. Justice and Legal Order: Further Reflections Natural Right and Natural Law The Origin of the Law’s Authority Legal Order and Positive Law Summing Up Suggested Reading PART THREE CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES 12. Disruptive Theories Critical Theory Critical Race Theory Feminist Legal Theory Suggested Reading 13. Conclusions?

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Book SynopsisWork can leave you frazzled – but it shouldn’t. What you need is some sane advice to get you through. Your body aches. Your brain feels like a mouldy wrung-out dishcloth. You can barely get anything done and, hang on, why are you even doing this anyway? Is there something wrong with you? Nope. You’re just burnt out. Burnout Survival Kit offers practical advice for when things are already bad. There’s no mystical magic about unleashing your inner corporate superhero, no weird productivity diagrams, and certainly no crap about working ‘smarter’. Instead, this is the calm inner voice that you need, served with good sense and creativity. As well as helping you to take time to ground yourself, there are brilliant hacks for all the causes of stress and anxiety, from how to approach networking (no one likes it) to practical advice on sleeping better. And the humour helps too. This may not be a cure, but it really does offer instant relief and give you the chance to take a breath. So whether you’re just starting to burn or fully scorched to a crisp, rest easy. You’ve got a Burnout Survival Kit.

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Book SynopsisThis books provides a contextual analysis of the constitution of the European Union which, unlike most constitutions, does not belong to a state. Rather, the EU is an international organization that has moved beyond the features of international law into a terrain very close to the municipal law of federal states. Many features we take for granted in nation-states are non-existent, or contested, in the Union. There is no European Union constitutional text in the proper sense; the “Constitutional Treaty” signed by the Member States in 2004 failed spectacularly in the process of popular ratification. The Union’s founding texts were international treaties – international law, not constitutional law. And yet, over time, legal doctrine put into place by the European Court of Justice in Luxembourg has led to constitutional attributes of Union law, and political practice, led by the Commission, has mirrored these attributes, complementing a de facto constitutionalist environment. As a consequence, we have seen a steady re-ordering of the functional boundaries of the Member States, followed by a nascent re-ordering of the imagined boundaries of political community and self. All of this is constitutionalism writ large: legal doctrines, institutional arrangements, political practices, and their implications for legitimacy, democracy, and political self-imagination, and together they form the subject of this fascinating book.

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Book SynopsisTwo women a week are killed by a spouse or partner. Every seven minutes a woman is raped. Now is the time for change.‘Fascinating and chilling’ Caroline Criado Perez, bestselling author of Invisible Women Helena Kennedy, one of our most eminent lawyers and defenders of human rights, examines the pressing new evidence that women are being discriminated against when it comes to the law. From the shocking lack of female judges to the scandal of female prisons and the double discrimination experienced by BAME women, Kennedy shows with force and fury that change for women must start at the heart of what makes society just. ‘An unflinching look at women in the justice system… an important book because it challenges acquiescence to everyday sexism and inspires change’ The TimesTrade ReviewStimulating and scary -- Jeanette Winterson * Guardian *An excellent and forensic takedown... fascinating and chilling... women are being let down wholesale by a justice system designed with men in mind. And almost the worst thing is, it doesn't have to be this way -- Caroline Criado-Perez * Guardian *An unflinching look at women in the justice system… an important book because it challenges acquiescence to everyday sexism and inspires change -- Kirsty Brimelow * The Times, **Books of the Year** *Helena Kennedy has written a chilling exposé of how the law has historically failed women. Taking no prisoners, Kennedy outlines the damage we must undo, and the changes we must make. Eve was Shamed is a necessary book for the #MeToo era -- Amanda ForemanPassionate and persuasive proof that equal justice is an ideal yet to be achieved. Drawing upon her outstanding career at the defence Bar and of leading reform in Parliament, Helena Kennedy eloquently urges an end to the discrimination and dehumanisation that women suffer in the courts, and in their lives -- Geoffrey Robertson QC

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Book SynopsisFrom the Nuremberg trials to the arrest of General Pinochet to the prosecution of barbarians of the Balkans, we have crafted a global human rights law to punish crimes against humanity. And yet today it is rarely applied: the International Criminal Court has faltered, populist governments refuse to cooperate, the UN Security Council is pole-axed and liberal democracy is on the defensive. When faced with the torture of Sergei Magnitsky, the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and the repression of the Uighurs, what recourse do we have? Distinguished human rights lawyer Geoffrey Robertson argues that our most powerful weapon is Magnitsky laws, by which not only perpetrators but their accomplices - lickspittle judges, doctors who assist in torture, corporations that profit from slave labour - are named, shamed and blamed. Though the UK and the EU have passed nascent Magnitsky laws, they are not deploying them effectively. It is only by developing a full-blooded system of coordinated sanctions - banning human rights violators from entering democratic countries to funnel their ill-gotten gains through Western banks and take advantage of our schools and hospitals - that we can fight back against cruelty and corruption. Bad People sets out a Plan B for human rights, offering a new blueprint for global justice in a post-pandemic world.Trade Review"This inspiring book is a call to arms - a demand that governments use their new powers to target sanctions on the perpetrators of human rights abuses. Geoffrey Robertson powerfully argues that a post-pandemic world should refuse to tolerate cruel and corrupt foreigners who currently have access to their banks and universities and their hospitals and casinos. It should become a mission for the human rights movement." - Helena Kennedy "Geoffrey Robertson has been at the forefront to introduce Magnitsky laws ... This timely book shows how democracies with similar laws can send a strong message to officials everywhere." - Kenneth Roth, Human Rights Watch "Bad People deftly illuminates a bright line from Nuremberg to Magnitsky, and what good people can and must do to fight evil in all its modern forms." - Garry Kasparov, chairman, Human Rights Foundation

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Book SynopsisA SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER In the past few decades, legislatures throughout the world have suffered from gridlock. In democracies, laws and policies are just as soon unpicked as made. It seems that Congress and Parliaments cannot forge progress or consensus. Moreover, courts often overturn decisions made by elected representatives. In the absence of effective politicians, many turn to the courts to solve political and moral questions. Rulings from the Supreme Courts in the United States and United Kingdom, or the European court in Strasbourg may seem to end the debate but the division and debate does not subside. In fact, the absence of democratic accountability leads to radicalisation. Judicial overreach cannot make up for the shortcomings of politicians. This is especially acute in the field of human rights. For instance, who should decide on abortion or prisoners' rights to vote, elected politicians or appointed judges? Expanding on arguments first laid out in the 2019 Reith Lectures, Jonathan Sumption argues that the time has come to return some problems to the politicians.Trade Reviewbrisk, entertaining, brilliant ... one of the great lawyers of our time -- Bryan Appleyard * the Sunday Times *magisterial -- Edward Fennell * the Times *

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Book SynopsisThe gripping debut techno thriller from cybercrime specialist Daniel Scanlan. FBI Special Agent Ericka Blackwood chases a deadly online predator in a high-stakes hunt for the truth. Perfect for fans of Thomas Harris and Stieg Larsson. He's online. He's anonymous. He's deadly. When a video surfaces on the Dark Web showing a murder no one else could have witnessed, FBI Special Agent Ericka Blackwood starts tracking down the killer. But the case is even darker than Ericka thought. Hidden behind an avatar named Dantalion, a criminal mastermind is feeding his sadistic appetites by directing the crimes of others – and he may have been orchestrating his twisted schemes for years. As Ericka homes in on her target, the tables are suddenly turned. Dantalion has information that will help Ericka fulfil a deeply personal quest for revenge... but only if she risks her career, her life, and the fate of Dantalion's future victims. Does vengeance come at too high a price? Reviewers on The Hacker: 'Frighteningly plausible and deftly written, Daniel Scanlan’s debut is a thrilling roller coaster of twists and turns.' Boyd Morrison 'One of the most engaging and intelligent thrillers of the year.' Kashif Hussein, Best Thriller Books 'A thoroughly disturbing lightning-paced thriller. Dark, twisted and horribly captivating.' Ian Green 'Tense, gripping, brutal, scary – The Hacker has everything you'd want from a thriller.' P.R. Black 'Dark, brutal, scary – yet absolutely riveting.' Samantha Brick 'The author creates an atmosphere of high-tech terror... A modern, thrilling novel.' Promoting Crime FictionTrade ReviewFrighteningly plausible and deftly written, The Hacker takes you on a harrowing journey into the dark reaches of modern technology. Daniel Scanlan's debut is a thrilling roller coaster of twists and turns that will have you racing through its pages. Riveting to the very end! -- Boyd MorrisonPacked with realistic tidbits of crime-solving in the age of cyberspace and meta verse, it’s one of the most engaging and intelligent thrillers of the year. * Kashif Hussein, Best Thriller Books *The Hacker is a thoroughly disturbing lightning paced thriller, packed with action and intrigue. Dark and twisted and horribly captivating. Scanlan delivers a frighteningly believable world where the line between digital and physical blurs most in the shadows -- Ian GreenTense, gripping, brutal, scary – The Hacker has everything you'd want from a thriller. A tough and all-too-believable heroine who has demons to contend with matches wits and skills with an evil spider at the centre of his wicked web... Who will win this sadistic game? Perfect for fans of Stieg Larsson -- P.R. BlackFrighteningly plausible... The Hacker is a modern, thrilling novel that moves along at high speed and hurtles towards its dénouement * Promoting Crime Fiction *Dark, brutal, scary – yet absolutely riveting -- Samantha Brick

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Book SynopsisInternational law lies at the heart of our interaction with the global community. It protects rights, imposes duties, and establishes a framework for the conduct of almost every social, political, and economic activity. Vaughan Lowe explains the basic structural principles of international law, and looks at its potential and its limitations.Trade Reviewworth reading * Maxamilian Bertamini, Journal of International Law of Peace and Armed Conflict *Table of ContentsPREFACE; REFERENCES; FURTHER READING; INDEX

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Book SynopsisNeed a step-by-step approach to succeeding in the LNAT?From UniAdmissions, the UK’s foremost publisher of Law and Oxbridge admissions resources, The Ultimate LNAT Collection contains three of our bestselling LNAT books in one volume, giving you the most fully comprehensive guide to your revision and practice.The LNAT is a particularly tricky exam used by top universities and Law Schools including Oxford that requires honed critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to write an exceptional essay that guides its reader to a logical and reasoned conclusion – all within a tight time limit. Your score in the LNAT can make or break your application, as it tests all the skills that admissions departments look for in a top Law student.Written by LNAT specialists and top tutors, and full of insider knowledge and tips, The Ultimate LNAT Collection is designed to help you make the most of your preparation and get those top scores. The Ultimate LNAT Guide – contains all comprehensive information about the Law National Admissions Test (LNAT), including tips, techniques and strategies to save you time and maximise your scores. Covers both the multiple choice questions (Section A) and the essay writing section (Section B). Prepares you for all question types that you’ll face in the exam, including detailed essay plans, and model essays, helping you approach both sections successfully. Also includes 400 questions and fully worked solutions so you can understand how to improve. LNAT Practice Papers Volume 1 – contains mock papers updated for 2019 entry: 100 questions with fully worked solutions to help you improve your scores. LNAT Practice Papers Volume 2 – contains mock papers updated for 2019 entry: 100 questions with fully worked solutions to help you improve your scores. Hungry for more? Visit the Uni Admissions website for even more admissions test support, personal statement resources, and application support.

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Book Synopsis"The judge described my crime as 'the most heinous' he had seen in his career on the bench. I wanted to shout, cry out and protest my innocence as my sentence was handed down. But honestly, I couldn't." Convicted of a crime he has no memory of committing, Eli Kelly is serving a life sentence in Stoutbliss Prison. After seven years as an inmate, Eli is resigned to his fate, but when a solicitor is sent to Stoutbliss as part of a government scheme to investigate potential miscarriages of justice, he finds himself contemplating a future beyond his prison cell. Working with a psychiatrist, Eli revisits his traumatic past, and as they delve deeper into his memories, Eli realises that, regardless of his guilt or innocence, he is yet another victim whose cries for help were ignored by the very services supposed to keep him safe. Will Eli finally remember what happened on that fateful night? Is he guilty? Or innocent? And given the circumstances, does it matter?Trade Review'A brutal and unforgiving system elegantly portrayed. With a hint of Selby, Cogley gives us sympathy and understanding of a prisoner's plight, capturing the essence of guilt and innocence, as ambiguity flows in and out of consciousness and into the sea of redemption.' - Simon Marlowe, author of 'The Dead Hand of Dominique' and 'Medusa and The Devil'

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA GOLD DAGGER FOR NON-FICTION 2021 SHORTLISTED FOR THE INDIE BOOK AWARD FOR NON-FICTION 2022 ‘Brilliant, passionate and political . . . The Book of Trespass will make you see landscapes differently' Robert Macfarlane 'A remarkable and truly radical work, loaded with resonant truths' George Monbiot The vast majority of our country is entirely unknown to us because we are banned from setting foot on it. By law of trespass, we are excluded from 92 per cent of the land and 97 per cent of its waterways, blocked by walls whose legitimacy is rarely questioned. But behind them lies a story of enclosure, exploitation and dispossession of public rights whose effects last to this day. The Book of Trespass takes us on a journey over the walls of England, into the thousands of square miles of rivers, woodland, lakes and meadows that are blocked from public access. By trespassing the land of the media magnates, Lords, politicians and private corporations that own England, Nick Hayes argues that the root of social inequality is the uneven distribution of land. Weaving together the stories of poachers, vagabonds, gypsies, witches, hippies, ravers, ramblers, migrants and protestors, and charting acts of civil disobedience that challenge orthodox power at its heart, The Book of Trespass will transform the way you see the land. --------------- A GUARDIAN, i AND SPECTATOR BOOK OF THE YEARTrade ReviewWhat a brilliant, passionate and political book this is, by a young writer-walker-activist who is also a dazzlingly gifted artist. It tells - through story, exploration, evocation - the history of trespass (and therefore of freedom) in Britain and beyond, while also making a powerful case for future change. It is bold and brave, as well as beautiful; Hayes's voice is warm, funny, smart and inspiring. The Book of Trespass will make you see landscapes differently -- Robert MacfarlaneSeeks to challenge and expose the mesmerising power that landownership exerts on this country, and to show how we can challenge its presumptions . . . The Book of Trespass is massively researched but lightly delivered, a remarkable and truly radical work, loaded with resonant truths and stunningly illustrated by the author -- George Monbiot * Guardian *A powerful new narrative about the vexed issue of land rights . . . Hayes [is] practically a professional trespasser these days, no sign too forbidding to be ignored, no fence too high to be climed . . . The Book of Trespass is [Hayes’s] first non-graphic book – though the text is punctuated by his marvellous illustations, linocuts that bring to mind the Erics, Gill and Ravilious – and in it, he weaves several centuries of English history together with the stories of gypsies, witches, ramblers, migrants and campaigners, as well as his own adventures. Its sweep is vast * Observer *Brilliantly argued, The Book of Trespass explores with clarity and courage an ancient problem in radically new ways . . . Hayes unearths the psychological preconditions that empower and legitimise these monumental inequalities -- Mark Cocker * New Statesman *Exhilarating . . . A gorgeously written, deeply researched and merrily provocative tour of English landscape, history and culture -- Boyd Tonkin * Arts Desk *Hayes is an alert, inquisitive observer . . . He works also in the tradition of nature writers like Robert Macfarlane … This sensibility gives him a poetic sense of the different ways that we might use and share the land to the benefit of all . . . Beyond its demand for specific, concrete changes to the law on what land we may step onto and for what purposes, this book is a call for a re-enchantment of the culture of nature * Tribune Magazine *Hayes is practised at pushing through overgrown thickets of law to uncover hidden structures of power and privilege. His book’s historical range stretches across centuries . . . The Book of Trespass is incisive, impassioned and beautifully written * Times Literary Supplement *A trespasser’s radical manifesto . . . A book dedicated to demolishing boundaries of all kinds . . . Each chapter includes a double-page black-and-white landscape, rendered with a thrilling air of motion and immediacy . . . Hayes has picked apart the meaning of “trespass” and brilliantly redefined it as an act of solidarity * Guardian *A stirring appeal for us to freely access the land closed off to the public . . . By trespassing on the land, Hayes takes us on a roller-coaster ride through history . . . His book is an example of nature writing at its best but it has real political bite … [A book] to relish and learn from * Morning Star *

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