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Rethinking corruption

This series is a forum for innovative scholarly writing from across all sub- stantive fields of political science and international studies. The series aims to enrich the study of these fields by promoting a cutting-edge approach to thought and analysis. Academic scrutiny and challenge is an essential compo- nent in the development of political science and international studies as fields of study, and the act of re-thinking and re-examining principles and precepts that may have been long-held is imperative. Rethinking Political Science and International Studies showcases authored books that address the field from a new angle, expose the weaknesses of existing concepts and arguments, or 're-frame' the topic in some way. This might be through the introduction of radical ideas, through the integration of perspectives from other fields or even disciplines, through challenging existing paradigms, or simply through a level of analysis that elevates or sharpens our understanding of a subject. For a full list of Edward Elgar published titles, including the titles in this series, visit our website at www.e-elgar.com.

Sociology

From early theories on human societies to modern interdisciplinary perspectives, this comprehensive text is an excellent guide for learning about sociology. This book is an essential overview of sociology theories, principles, and approaches elucidating multidimensional concepts of groups, communities, institutions, and social behavior. The content of the book covers the essential principles of sociology and gives you the ability to interpret theories and scientific methods. It develops skills to apply theoretical frameworks to analyze situations and behaviors. Learn about social psychology, social culture, demography, social inequalities, and research methods, as well as historically significant sociologists who contributed to these knowledge areas. The book also describes concepts of personality, self-presentation, and other aspects of social behavior and how they affect social networks and interactions. Created by highly qualified sociology teachers and researchers, this book educates and empowers readers to increase their understanding of sociology. We sincerely hope this guide will be a valuable resource for your learning.

Law is a moral practice

What is law? And how does it relate to morality? It's common to think that law and morality are different ways of regulating our lives. But Scott Hershovitz says that this is a mistake: law is a part of our moral lives. It's a tool we use to adjust our moral relationships. The legal claims we advance in court, Hershovitz argues, are moral claims. And our legal conflicts are moral conflicts. Law Is a Moral Practice supplies fresh answers to fundamental questions about the nature of law and helps us better appreciate why we disagree about law so deeply. Reviving a neglected tradition of le- gal thought most famously associated with Ronald Dworkin, Hershovitz engages with important legal and political controversies of our time, including recent debates about constitutional interpretation and the obligations of citizens and officials to obey the law. Leavened by entertaining personal stories, guid- ed by curiosity rather than ideology, moving be- yond entrenched dichotomies like the opposition between positivism and natural law, Law Is a Moral Practice is a thought-provoking investigation of the philosophical issues behind real-world legal debates.

The legal tech ecosystem

"Colin Levy's book is a ground-breaking exploration of the intersection of law and tech- nology. A testament to his profound insights, this book offers an enlightening exploration of technology's transformative power in the legal industry, from automating routine tasks to pushing the boundaries of innovation. He courageously embraces adaptation, inno- vation, and technology, challenging the conventional 'This is the way it has always been done' mindset. The insights and lessons, especially the emphasis on collaboration for success and technology's potential to enhance rather than replace legal practice, are critical. His book deftly debunks myths and invites the reader to embrace change with an empathetic approach. It's not just a book, it's an essential guide for every 21st-century legal practitioner seeking to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of law practice. An unmissable read!"

A cosmopolitan jurisprudence

Sports law

The law of treaties

Intellectual property and private international law

International copyright

International spece law and space laws of the united states

What is political sociology?

Success in academic writing

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The Psychology of Management: New special edition

America's Supreme Court: Making Democracy Work

The American Supreme Court is one of the most powerful and controversial judicial bodies in the world. The Court has assumed the role of settling fundamental issues of American social policy through its power of constitutional interpretation, and its rulings are among the most divisive, and controversial events in American political life. How did the American court come to acquire such power? How does it maintain its authority and public confidence in the face of deep political divides. In this book Stephen Breyer, a leading intellect in the current Court, gives an insider's view on how America's Supreme Court came to acquire such a prominent role in American public life, how the Court operates, and how it can continue to maintain the trust of the American public as the final arbiter of the values underlying America's democratic constitution.

Business law in Scotland

Business Law in Scotland is a new academic title from W. Green, designed to make this area of the law accessible to non-law students. This book is written by an expert multi-author team, meaning you receive great depth of coverage on subject areas with confidence the information you are reading is both valid and reliable. Thorough coverage of all the key areas mean you can use this book in the knowledge there are no information 'gaps'; this book contains all information required to give you a general overview and introductory understanding to the area of business law.

Law reform and human reproduction

The fact that this series, in common with many other individual contributions to the area of medical law and ethics, has produced a number of books concentrating on human reproduction shows the extent to which reproductive technologies have stimulated controversy and legal and ethical debate. This book aims to bring together disparate views on reproduction, and its associated technologies, in two main ways, and for this reason, it has been divided into two parts.

Public Prosecutors in the United States and Europe: A Comparative Analysis with Special Focus on Switzerland, France, and Germany

This research examines the role of prosecutors within the United States and in Switzerland and is completed by an overview of the prosecution institutions in France and Germany. The research recognizes that despite seemingly very different legal traditions and structures, prosecutors in these systems are similar enough that each system might learn from the others. Drawing upon the experiences of other nations, this research proposes solutions to the problems identified in connection with the position and powers of public prosecutors in the United States.

Systems Analysis and Design. 6th ed.

The 6th Edition of Systems Analysis and Design continues to offer a hands-on approach to SAD while focusing on the core set of skills that all analysts must possess. Building on their experience as professional systems analysts and award-winning teachers, authors Dennis, Wixom, and Roth capture the experience of developing and analyzing systems in a way that students can understand and apply.

The Principles and Practice of International Commercial Arbitration

General Theory of Law and State

Reprint of the first edition. This classic work by the important Austrian jurist is the fullest exposition of his enormously influential pure theory of law, which includes a theory of the state. It also has an extensive appendix that discusses the pure theory in comparison with the law of nature, positivism, historical natural law, metaphysical dualism and scientific-critical philosophy. "The scope of the work is truly universal. It never loses itself in vague generalities or in unconnected fragments of thought. On the contrary, precision in the formulation of details and rigorous system are characteristic features of the exposition: only a mind fully concentrated upon that logical structure can possibly follow Kelsen's penetrating analysis.