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Angel of Mercy (Shannon Saga #3)
by Tracie Peterson James S. BellWith her faith tested and her heart torn, how will Kit find her way?
Animal Rights: A Very Short Introduction
by David DegraziaThis volume provides a general overview of the basic ethical and philosophical issues of animal rights. It asks questions such as: Do animals have moral rights? If so, what does this mean? What sorts of mental lives do animals have, and how should we understand welfare? By presenting models for understanding animals' moral status and rights, and examining their mental lives and welfare, David DeGrazia explores the implications for how we should treat animals in connection with our diet, zoos, and research. Animal Rights distinguishes itself by combining intellectual rigor with accessibility, offering a distinct moral voice with a non-polemical tone.
Annihilating Difference: The Anthropology of Genocide
by Alexander Laban HintonThis collection of original essays on genocide explores a wide range of cases, including Nazi Germany, Cambodia, Guatemala, Rwanda, and Bosnia.
Applied Issues in Investigative Interviewing, Eyewitness Memory, and Credibility Assessment
by Dorothee Griesel Marguerite Ternes Barry S. CooperContingent on funding being available, a Festschrift will be held in honor of Dr. John Yuille's career as a Forensic Psychologist. He has become one of the most visible and respected Canadian psychologists worldwide. In light of his upcoming retirement in December 2006, the Festschrift will recognize Dr. Yuille's achievements in the areas of eyewitness memory research (i.e., pioneering a new research paradigm that grants better validity), investigative interviewing (i.e., the development and use of the Step Wise Interview Protocol), and credibility assessment (i.e., introducing Statement Validity Analysis to North America). New directions for future work will be explored at the workshop. The focus of this Festschrift will be three-fold: 1. International. Dr. Yuille's work has influenced law enforcement practices and stimulated research in and outside of Canada. The international and multicultural aspects of the work that Dr. Yuille has inspired will be reflected and promoted by this workshop. 2. Interdisciplinary. Dr. Yuille is internationally known as an expert, consultant and trainer to law enforcement. As such, Dr. Yuille's work has also influenced other disciplines, e.g., the law, social work, oral history. The participants of this Festschrift will gain insight into other professionals' perspectives and foster potential collaborations on future projects. 3. Emphasis on applied research. A hallmark of Dr. Yuille's research has been the application of field and archival methods, which made his work directly applicable to forensically relevant contexts. The potential future directions of applied forensic research will be discussed at this Festschrift. The importance of the subject at this time: - A lack of integrative models in the literatures of eyewitness memory and the assessment of truthfulness and deception. Presenters of the Festschrift have recently developed such models and will discuss them at the Festschrift. Publishing these models and their discussions will spark further research to validate or modify them. - New, pioneering field research based on such integrative models has recently been conducted. This book would be one of the first publications of the results.
Australian Restitution Law (Australian Principles)
by Sharon ErbacherThis book is the first casebook on restitution law to be published in Australia. It contains comprehensive extracts from the most significant Australian and English cases, together with some Canadian cases which indicate the possible direction which Australian law will take. The author has included substantial commentaries following the extracts, in order to further explain the decisions from overseas jurisdictions, to place those decisions in an Australian context. In the last decade, there has been a significant number of Australian decisions which deal with important concepts in restitution, and which supplement, qualify or refine the English law of restitution. The focus in this book on the Australian position makes it an invaluable resource for anyone who is studying or researching restitution law in Australia.
Awe for the Tiger, Love for the Lamb: A Chronicle of Sensibility to Animals
by Rod PreeceFirst Published in 2003. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Being Good: A Short Introduction to Ethics
by Simon BlackburnThis accessible introduction to ethics continues the trend of Blackburn's best-selling Think. His rare combination of depth, rigor and sparking prose, and his distinguished ranking among contemporary philosophers, mark Being Good as an important statement on our current disenchantment with ethics.
Benjamin V. Cohen: Architect of the New Deal
by William LasserThis is a biography of Benjamin V. Cohen focusing on the "New Deal" giant.
Between Man and Man (Routledge Classics Ser.)
by Martin BuberIn 1923 a small book was published which was to have enormous impact on more than one generation of theologians and philosophers of religion, Christian and Jew alike, as well as on countless laymen. The book was entitled I and Thou; the author was Martin Buber. Its main point was that all real life is encounter or meeting, to which a man must bring his whole being, his genuine self. This concern with dialogue has marked all Buber’s subsequent works. Between Man and Man takes this dialogical principle and in five related essays applies it to critical problems of modern life, such as politics and education.MARTIN BUBER was born in Vienna in 1878. Educated at the universities of Vienna, Berlin, Leipzig, and Zurich, he became editor of the Vienna Welt, a Zionist periodical. In 1916 he founded Der Jude, which rapidly became the principal voice of German-speaking Jewry and which he edited until 1924. He taught at the University of Frankfurt and directed the educational activities of the Jewish community there during the Nazi rise to power. In 1938 Buber left Germany for Jerusalem, where he was named professor of social philosophy at the Hebrew University. His works include books on Hasidism and Zionism as well as philosophy.
Beyond Smoke and Mirrors: Mexican Immigration in an Era of Economic Integration
by Douglas Massey Jorge Durand Nolan J. MaloneIn a very real way, the Mexico-U.S. migration system functioned as a complicated piece of machinery in the years from 1965 through 1986. It was composed of a set of delicately balanced social and economic processes that had emerged gradually over many years in response to specific changes in the political economies of Mexico and the United States. Cross-border population movements had a characteristic form, and over time they acquired a relatively stable structure and a well- defined geographic organization. Migration between Mexico and the United States followed predictable paths in accordance with well-established scientific principles. Just as it is not advisable to take a wrench to a precision clock if one is not a qualified clockmaker, it is not wise to pull policy levers if one has no real conception of how the underlying system functions. Yet this is exactly what happened beginning in 1986, when the U.S. Congress and successive presidents presided over a series of legislative and bureaucratic changes that fundamentally changed the rules under which the Mexico-U.S. migration system operated.
Bioethics as Practice
by Judith Andre<P>Those who work in bioethics and the medical humanities come from many different backgrounds, such as health care, philosophy, law, the social sciences, and religious studies. The work they do also varies widely: consulting on ethical issues in patient care, working with legislatures, dealing with the media, teaching, speaking, writing and more. <P>Writing as a participant in this developing field, Judith Andre offers a model to unify its diversity. Using the term "bioethics" broadly, to include all the medical humanities, she articulates ideals for the field, identifies its temptations and moral pitfalls, and argues for the central importance of certain virtues. Perhaps the most original of these is the virtue of choosing projects well, which demands not only broadening the field's focus but also understanding the forces that have kept it too narrow. Andre offers an imaginative analysis of the special problems presented by interdisciplinary work and discusses the intellectual virtues necessary for its success. She calls attention to the kinds of professional communities that are necessary to support good work. <P>The book draws from interviews with many people in the field and from the findings of social scientists. It includes the author's personal reflections, several extended allegories, and philosophical analysis. <P>Those who work in bioethics and the medical humanities come from many different backgrounds: health care, philosophy, law, social sciences, religious studies, and more. The work they do also varies widely. Writing as a participant in this developing field, Judith Andre offers a model to unify its diversity. Using the term "bioethics" broadly, to include all the medical humanities, she articulates ideals for the field, identifies its temptations and moral pitfalls, and argues for the central importance of certain virtues.-->
Boardwalk Empire: The Birth, High Times, and Corruption of Atlantic City
by Nelson JohnsonTalks about the hidden history of Atlantic City,from its founding as a health resort,its golden age,its post-prohibition fall that continued for decades and its rebirth as a casino resort town.
Breaking the Cycles of Hatred
by Martha MinowViolence so often begets violence. Victims respond with revenge only to inspire seemingly endless cycles of retaliation. Conflicts between nations, between ethnic groups, between strangers, and between family members differ in so many ways and yet often share this dynamic. In this powerful and timely book Martha Minow and others ask: What explains these cycles and what can break them? What lessons can we draw from one form of violence that might be relevant to other forms? Can legal responses to violence provide accountability but avoid escalating vengeance? If so, what kinds of legal institutions and practices can make a difference? What kinds risk failure? Breaking the Cycles of Hatred represents a unique blend of political and legal theory, one that focuses on the double-edged role of memory in fueling cycles of hatred and maintaining justice and personal integrity. Its centerpiece comprises three penetrating essays by Minow. She argues that innovative legal institutions and practices, such as truth commissions and civil damage actions against groups that sponsor hate, often work better than more conventional criminal proceedings and sanctions. Minow also calls for more sustained attention to the underlying dynamics of violence, the connections between intergroup and intrafamily violence, and the wide range of possible responses to violence beyond criminalization. A vibrant set of freestanding responses from experts in political theory, psychology, history, and law examines past and potential avenues for breaking cycles of violence and for deepening our capacity to avoid becoming what we hate. The topics include hate crimes and hate-crimes legislation, child sexual abuse and the statute of limitations, and the American kidnapping and internment of Japanese Latin Americans during World War II. Commissioned by Nancy Rosenblum, the essays are by Ross E. Cheit, Marc Galanter, Fredrick C. Harris, Judith Lewis Herman, Carey Jaros, Frederick M. Lawrence, Austin Sarat, Ayelet Shachar, Eric K. Yamamoto, and Iris Marion Young.
Briefcase on Company Law (Briefcase Series)
by MIchael OttleyThe Briefcase series is designed specifically with the time-pressed student in mind. It provides concise case summaries within each subject area of an undergraduate law degree, accompanied by relevant legislation. A handy reference tool, the book assists the reader to commit the content of each subject to memory. This title covers the four main areas of company law: the constitution, formation and personality of a company; corporate governance; corporate finance; and insolvency and company charges. The second edition has been updated to include recent important cases, including the House of Lords decision in Johnson v Gore Wood - (minority shareholder action) Phillips v Brewin Dolphin Bell Lawrie Ltd - (transactions at an undervalue) O'Neill v Phillips - (unfair prejudicial conduct) Williams v Natural Life Health Foods Ltd - (liability in negligence) the Privy Council decision in Agnew v Commissioner of Inland Revenue - (company charges).
Buck Up, Suck Up … and Come Back When You Foul Up
by James Carville Paul BegalaThe political strategists who directed the Clinton campaign's War Room reveal the lessons and secrets from their hard-fought battles -- and how to use these highly effective strategies for success in everyday life. James Carville and Paul Begala have waged political war all across America and on three continents. They've won some of the most spectacular political victories of the twentieth century and lost a few campaigns too. Along the way, they've learned a few lessons. Some sound simple, like "Never Quit," some comic, like "Kiss Ass," and some are more complicated and nuanced, like "Strategy Ain't Tactics. " But each lesson contains tried-and-true wisdom, illustrated with colorful stories from long political experience -- many never told before: Find out how Carville's mother, Miz Nippy, used a bass boat to "frame the debate" in selling encyclopedias. Discover what success secret Hillary Rodham Clinton and Tom DeLay share. Learn the War Room tricks for sharpening your message and delivering the perfect sound bite. And much more. Whether you are a senior executive or a secretary, a political junkie or the president of the United States, the rules to live by can be found in Buck Up, Suck Up. . . and Come Back When You Foul Up.
Building the Fourth Estate: Democratization and the Rise of a Free Press in Mexico
by Chappell H. LawsonIn the wake of the recent ground-breaking democratic reforms in Mexico, including this summer's unprecedented election of a non-PRI presidential candidate for the first time in almost a century, this book shows how the Mexican media played a crucial role in the country's democratic transformation.
Buried Evidence
by Nancy Taylor RosenbergAs a dedicated district attorney, Lily Forrester presents the perfect image of a defender of justice. Only she knows the dark secret of what happened six years ago, when a desperate crisis drove her to step outside the law and exact a horrifying personal vengeance. Now her ex-husband, faced with serious criminal charges, threatens to expose her unless she compromises her most cherished beliefs to help him. A violent rapist she put behind bars is back on the streets and looking for her. Her beloved daughter seems to be the target of a dangerous madman. And Lily must call on her deepest strength to face her accusers and ensure that the values she holds most dear will triumph.In this taunt new thriller, Nancy Taylor Rosenberg displays the brilliant legal expertise and dramatic flair that have made her books classics of suspense. This long-awaited novel, filled with her trademark intriguing, complex characters and explosive storylines is a surefire recipe for success. Both dedicated fans and first-time readers will be both thrilled and satisfied. This is Nancy Taylor Rosenberg at her nail-biting best. A selection of the Literary Guild and the Doubleday Book Club.
California Objections
by Gregory H. WardThe key to winning evidentiary debates is objecting and responding with arguments and supporting authority at your fingertips. Most evidentiary rulings are within the judge's discretion, and are made in seconds. Bad rulings are almost never reversible. As a result, victory usually goes to the lawyer who can prevail on the big objections in the heat of battle. Whether you are in the courtroom or preparing for trial, California Objections will help you use the rules of evidence to your client's advantage. Judges Gregory Ward and Michael Byrne (Ret.) masterfully detail: * 125 objections with pattern objection language * scope of governing rules * practice tips and cautions with detailed advice from the bench * arguments for making and responding to objections * over 1,800 recent cases The key to winning evidentiary debates is objecting and responding with arguments and supporting authority at your fingertips. Most evidentiary rulings are within the judge's discretion, and are made in seconds. Bad rulings are almost never reversible. As a result, victory usually goes to the lawyer who can prevail on the big objections in the heat of battle. Whether you are in the courtroom or preparing for trial, California Objections will help you use the rules of evidence to your client's advantage. Judges Gregory Ward and Michael Byrne (Ret.) masterfully detail: * 125 objections with pattern objection language * scope of governing rules * practice tips and cautions with detailed advice from the bench * arguments for making and responding to objections * over 1,800 recent cases The key to winning evidentiary debates is objecting and responding with arguments and supporting authority at your fingertips. Most evidentiary rulings are within the judge's discretion, and are made in seconds. Bad rulings are almost never reversible. As a result, victory usually goes to the lawyer who can prevail on the big objections in the heat of battle. Whether you are in the courtroom or preparing for trial, California Objections will help you use the rules of evidence to your client's advantage. Judges Gregory Ward and Michael Byrne (Ret.) masterfully detail: * 125 objections with pattern objection language * scope of governing rules * practice tips and cautions with detailed advice from the bench * arguments for making and responding to objections * over 1,800 recent cases The key to winning evidentiary debates is objecting and responding with arguments and supporting authority at your fingertips. Most evidentiary rulings are within the judge's discretion, and are made in seconds. Bad rulings are almost never reversible. As a result, victory usually goes to the lawyer who can prevail on the big objections in the heat of battle. Whether you are in the courtroom or preparing for trial, California Objections will help you use the rules of evidence to your client's advantage. Judges Gregory Ward and Michael Byrne (Ret.) masterfully detail: * 125 objections with pattern objection language * scope of governing rules * practice tips and cautions with detailed advice from the bench * arguments for making and responding to objections * over 1,800 recent cases The key to winning evidentiary debates is objecting and responding with arguments and supporting authority at your fingertips. Most evidentiary rulings are within the judge's discretion, and are made in seconds. Bad rulings are almost never reversible. As a result, victory usually goes to the lawyer who can prevail on the big objections in the heat of battle. Whether you are in the courtroom or preparing for trial, California Objections will help you use the rules of evidence to your client's advantage. Judges Gregory Ward and Michael Byrne (Ret.) masterfully detail: * 125 objections with pattern objection language * scope of governing rules * practice tips and cautions with detailed advice from the bench * arguments for making and responding to objections * over 1,800 recent cases
California Real Estate Law, 5th ed.
by William Pivar Robert BrussKnown for its accessible approach to real estate law and comprehensive state specific information, this introductory text is a favorite with California Broker candidates.
Campaign Finance Reform and the Future of the Democratic Party
by Jerrold E SchneiderCampaign Finance Reform and the Future of the Democratic Party offers a new interpretation of the dynamics of the American political system. Schneider explains how campaign finance reform would enable the Democratic Party to reverse the decades-long decline in their voter base. Reform would incentivize the Party to reallocate $1 trillion per year in contribution-driven waste to popular programs, without which the kind of progressive economic policies that have always energized the Democratic base will continue to be starved of resources. Schneider shows that, contrary to conventional wisdom, writing an effective reform law that can't be loopholed is feasible. So is a set of specific measures to force Congress to enact an effective law. In the end, reform holds the key to the democratic character and dynamics of the political system. Reform also holds the key to investments for future U.S productivity growth and the reduction of inequality.
Case Histories in Business Ethics
by Simon J. Robinson Chris MegoneCase Histories in Business Ethics illustrates and extends the role of case histories in the teaching and study of business ethics. Typically, case histories are used to illustrate assertions or arguments, or to stimulate debate about an issue within business ethics. This volume examines that role, illustrating the link between case histories and mo
Causation in Law and Medicine
by Danuta MendelsonCausation is an issue that is fundamental in both law and medicine, as well as the interface between the two disciplines. It is vital for the resolution of a great many disputes in court concerning personal injuries, medical negligence, criminal law and coronial issues, as well as in the provision of both diagnoses and treatment in medicine. This book offers a vital analysis of issues such as causation in law and medicine, issues of causal responsibility, agency and harm in criminal law, causation in forensic medicine, scientific and statistical approaches to causation, proof of cause, influence and effect, and causal responsibility in tort law. Including contributions from a number of distinguished doctors, lawyers and scientists, it will be of great interest and value to academics and practitioners alike.
Censored 2003: The Top 25 Censored Stories
by Robert W. Mcchesney Peter Phillips Project Censored Tom TomorrowThe yearly volumes of Censored, in continuous publication since 1976 and since 1995 available through Seven Stories Press, is dedicated to the stories that ought to be top features on the nightly news, but that are missing because of media bias and self-censorship. The top stories are listed democratically in order of importance according to students, faculty, and a national panel of judges. Each of the top stories is presented at length, alongside updates from the investigative reporters who broke the stories.
Censorship, Inc.: The Corporate Threat to Free Speech in the United States
by Lawrence SoleyThe First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution is a landmark in the defense of free speech against government interference and suppression. In this book we come to see how it also acts as a smokescreen behind which a more dangerous and insidious threat to free speech can operate. Soley shows how as corporate power has grown and come to influence the issues on which ordinary Americans should be able to speak out, so new strategies have developed to restrict free speech on issues in which corporations and property-owners have an interest. Censorship, Inc. is a comprehensive examination of the vast array of corporate practices which restrict free speech in the United States today in fields as diverse as advertsing and the media, the workplace, community life, and the environment. Soley also shows how these threats to free speech have been resisted by activism, legal argument, and through legislation. Grounded in extensive research into actual cases, this book is at the same time a challenge to conventional thinking about the nature of censorship and free speech.
Chickens May Not Cross the Road and Other Crazy (But True) Laws
by Kathi LinzIt is against the law in Brooklyn, New York, for donkeys to sleep in bathtubs. In Idaho you are not allowed to fish while sitting on a giraffe. In California you must not keep slugs as pets. Yes, it’s the law-says so right on the state or city books. Some of the most ludicrous laws in the history of our country come to light in this funny and fascinating book for young citizens . . . citizens who have a special appreciation for the tyranny of silly rules.