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The Use of Force and International Law: The Impact Of The United States Upon The Jus Ad Bellum In The Post-cold War Era (The\ashgate International Law Ser.)
by Christian HendersonThe Use of Force and International Law offers an authoritative overview of international law governing the resort to force. Looking through the prism of the contemporary challenges that this area of international law faces, including technology, sovereignty, actors, compliance and enforcement, this book addresses key aspects of international law in this area: the general breadth and scope of the prohibition of force, what is meant by 'force', the use of force through the UN and regional organisations, the use of force in peacekeeping operations, the right of self-defence and the customary limitations upon this right, forcible intervention in civil conflicts, the controversial doctrine of humanitarian intervention. <P><P>Suitable for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students, academics and practitioners, The Use of Force and International Law offers a contemporary, comprehensive and accessible treatment of the subject. Follows a clear and accessible structure to better support lecturers teach their courses and aid student understanding.<P> Clearly lays out the distinction between concepts and terms to enable students to grasp the fundamental distinctions before delving deeper into the subject.<P> Comprehensive references to primary and secondary sources support student understanding of the breadth of legal resources in the field and aid further research.
The Utah Journey
by Barbara Salt Lake City Charleston . Santa Fe SantaThe Utah Journey is a brand-new 7th grade Utah Studies textbook. This book is based on the Utah State Social Studies Core Curriculum and teaches history, geography, economics, political science, sociology, psychology, and anthropology. The book places the state's historical events in the context of our nation's history. Utah, A Journey of Discovery is an older 7th grade textbook.
The Vampire Ate My Homework (Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol #13)
by Andres MiedosoA vampire has been sucking everyone&’s homework dry in this thirteenth creepy adventure in the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series!Kersville Elementary School has a problem: there&’s a very hungry vampire on the loose! But this creature doesn&’t thirst for blood. Instead, he&’s been eating the students&’ homework! Can Desmond Cole stop the monster from turning everyone&’s work into food for thought? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
The Vampire's Vacation (A to Z Mysteries #22)
by Ron RoyV is for Vampire . . . Grab your garlic, Green Lawn! When Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose follow a pale, dark-haired stranger into Ellie's Diner, he vanishes! But Ellie has a cut on her neck . . . or could it be a bite? Could there really be a vampire in Green Lawn? And could Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose be his next victims? "An appealing combination of intrigue, ingenuity, and good fun. A great recreational choice for newly independent readers. "--School Library Journal From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street (The Vanderbeekers #1)
by Karina Yan GlaserA modern classic in the making reminiscent of the Penderwicks series, The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street is about the connections we make and the unexpected turns life can take. The Vanderbeekers have always lived in the brownstone on 141st Street. It's practically another member of the family. So when their reclusive, curmudgeonly landlord decides not to renew their lease, the five siblings have eleven days to do whatever it takes to stay in their beloved home and convince the dreaded Beiderman just how wonderful they are. And all is fair in love and war when it comes to keeping their home.
The Venture Capital Cycle (2nd edition)
by Paul A. Gompers Joshua LernerIn The Venture Capital Cycle, Paul Gompers and Josh Lerner correct widespread misperceptions about the nature and role of the venture capitalist and provide an accessible and comprehensive overview of the venture capital industry. Bringing together fifteen years of ground-breaking research into the form and function of venture capital firms, they examine the fund-raising, investing, and exit stages of venture capitalists. Three major themes run throughout the process: venture investors confront tremendous information and incentive problems; venture capital processes are inherently interrelated, and a complete understanding of the industry requires a full understanding of the venture cycle; and, unlike most financial markets, the venture capital industry adjusts very slowly to shifts in the demand for and the supply of investment capital. This second edition has been thoroughly revised in light of recent research findings, and includes six new chapters. The first part, on fund-raising, now includes a chapter that examines what determines the level of venture capital fund-raising and how tax policy influences the demand for venture capital. Three new chapters in the second part, on investing, examine what kind of distortions are introduced when the venture capital market goes dramatically up, a question prompted by the 1999-2000 market bubble; demonstrate that the venture capital industry does indeed spur innovation, an important determinant of economic growth; and examine whether and under what circumstances governments can be effective venture capitalists. Two new chapters in the third part, on exiting venture capital investments, discuss whether venture capital firms affiliated with investment-banks are prone to conflicts of interest with public offerings and how lockups on initial public offerings are used to limit conflicts of interest.
The Venture of Islam, Volume 1: The Classical Age of Islam
by Marshall G. S. HodgsonIn this study, Hodgson traces and interprets the historical development of Islamic civilization from before the birth of Muhammad to the middle of the twentieth century.
The Very Bad Good Idea (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 1)
by Barbara Spurll Myles WrightNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Very Fairy Princess: A Fairy Merry Christmas
by Julie Andrews Emma Walton Hamilton Christine DavenierIt's almost Christmas, and for Geraldine that means it's time for snowflakes, presents, and decorations galore. When her mom suggests that their family exchange homemade gifts this year, Gerry gets to work in her Very Fairy Princess Workshop crafting perfect presents that will show everyone how much she thinks they sparkle. With full-color illustrations throughout, this leveled reader is perfect for Very Fairy Princess fans who are ready to take the next step beyond picture books.
The Very First Case (Rider Woofson #10)
by Walker Styles Ben WhitehouseIn this tenth Rider Woofson adventure, go back in time with Rider and the PI Pack as they relive their very first case!When Rider is interviewed by the Pawston Daily News, he shares the untold story of how the PI Pack first met. As he relives their very first case, Rider discovers that someone has stolen all the past evidence! Can the PI Pack find the lost clues before the truth is printed for the whole world to read? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Rider Woofson chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
The Very Hungry Monster (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Pat McCann Marco BucciNIMAC-sourced textbook. Very Hungry! The monster is hungry! What will he eat next?
The Very Picky Queen (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 2)
by Santy Gutiérrez Susan LayneNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Very Thing
by James Flood Elaine Mei Virginia Arnold Diane Lapp [et al.]The Very Thing by Elaine Mei, Virginia Arnold, James Flood, Diane Lapp [et al.]
The Very Wet Garden (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Anne Phillips Jeff MackNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Very Worst Wizard: Independent Reading Turquoise 7 (Reading Champion #158)
by Elizabeth DaleMax is learning to be a Wizard at Wizard school, and although he loves helping others, he often forgets to get his own spells right! Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.Independent Reading Turquoise 7 stories are perfect for children aged 5+ who are reading at book band 7 (Turquoise) in classroom reading lessons.
The Vietnam War: A History in Documents
by Marilyn B. Young John J. Fitzgerald A. Tom GrunfeldThe Vietnam War tells the story of one of the most divisive episodes in modern American history through primary sources, ranging from government documents, news reports, speeches, popular songs to memoirs, writings by Vietnam veterans (including coauthor John Fitzgerald), and poetry by Vietnamese and Americans on matching themes. The book begins in the 19th century when Vietnam became a French colony, and traces the insidious route by which the United States became involved in a war on the other side of the world.
The Virginia Adventure
by Elisabeth Evans WrayThe Virginia Adventure is a 4th grade Virginia history textbook. The outline for this book is based on the History and Social Science Learning Curriculum Framework and teaches Virginia Studies, geography, civics, and economics. The book places the state's historical events in the context of our nation's history.
The Visitor: Independent Reading Red 2 (Reading Champion #516)
by Damian HarveyThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)The Visitor sees someone arrive for a tour of the school. Everything seems to go wrong, and the children's teacher works extra hard to make the day go smoothly!Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Perfect for 4-5 year olds or those reading book band red 2.
The Visual Experience (2nd Edition)
by Jack Hobbs Richard SalomeDesigned for students, this volume explores the expression and construction of art, and discusses the creative and technical processes of art. The book consists of different elements that will help you understand what art is, how it is made, and how it can make your life richer.
The Voice of Reason: Fundamentals of Critical Thinking
by Burton F. PorterLively, comprehensive, and contemporary, The Voice of Reason: Fundamentals of Critical Thinking covers three principal areas: thought and language, systematic reasoning, and modes of proof. It employs highly accessible explanations and a multitude of examples drawn from social issues and various academic fields, showing students and other readers how to construct and criticize arguments using the techniques of sound reasoning. The Voice of Reason examines the traditional elements of the field and also explores new ground. The first section of the book elucidates the relationship between thought and language, explaining how words function. It discusses meaning, connotation, vagueness, ambiguity, and definition, identifying the linguistic elements that can produce mistakes in thinking. The next section describes the rules of systematic reasoning, examining such topics as truth, relevance, and adequacy; deductive logic (categorical, hypothetical, and disjunctive); and induction (cause and effect, analogy, generalization, and hypothesis). Sixteen fallacies in thinking are also described through extensive illustrations and applications. The final section of the book offers a unique study of what constitutes proof in several different areas--including politics, advertising, law, and social issues--as well as in the academic disciplines of literature, science, history, and ethics. The author describes the various rules of evidence, using essays by major figures in each field as examples. An ideal text for courses in critical thinking, informal logic, and reasoning and writing, The Voice of Reason offers numerous pedagogical features including a host of examples; assignments, exercises, and puzzles at both the halfway point and at the end of each chapter; cartoons and quotations throughout; and practical applications of theoretical concepts.
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader: The Chronicles of Narnia (Chronicles of Narnia #5)
by C. S. LewisIllustrations in this ebook appear in vibrant full color on a full-color ebook device and in rich black and white on all other devices.Narnia . . . where a dragon awakens . . . where stars walk the earth . . . where anything can happen.A king and some unexpected companions embark on a voyage that will take them beyond all known lands. As they sail farther and farther from charted waters, they discover that their quest is more than they imagined and that the world's end is only the beginning.The Voyage of the Dawn Treader is the fifth book in C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, a series that has become part of the canon of classic literature, drawing readers of all ages into a magical land with unforgettable characters for over sixty years. This is a novel that stands on its own, but if you would like to continue to the journey, read The Silver Chair, the sixth book in The Chronicles of Narnia.