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Al cumplirse treinta años de la promulgación de la Constitución Política del Perú de 1993, el Instituto de Estudios Internacionales (IDEI) de la Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú consideró pertinente abrir un espacio de reflexión académica en torno a las disposiciones que este instrumento consagra en materia internacional. Para ello, convocó a destacados especialistas y profesores de Derecho Internacional y Relaciones Internacionales...
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"Controversial Paths" delves deep into the complex legal and ethical debates surrounding the invasion and subsequent occupation of Iraq. This scholarly work meticulously analyzes the myriad legal arguments and international law implications that have emerged from this pivotal moment in modern history.Focusing on the period from the initial invasion in 2003 through the occupation and its aftermath, the book methodically examines the justifications...
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Get the Summary of Sean Mirski's We May Dominate the World in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "We May Dominate the World" by Sean Mirski explores the evolution of American foreign policy from the mid-19th to the 20th century, focusing on the United States' strategic efforts to extend its influence and counter European powers in the Western Hemisphere. The book details the U.S.'s confrontations and diplomatic maneuvers,...
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Terrorist attacks, wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, the rise of China, and the decline of Europe have underscored the necessity of understanding the world around us. But how should we approach this crucial but often misunderstood topic? What do we need to know about the international order and America's role in it? A Student's Guide to International Relations provides a vital introduction to the geography, culture, and politics that make up the global...
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"A Tapestry of Change" delves deep into the wave of Color Revolutions that swept across parts of Europe in the early 21st century. These peaceful political movements, each labeled with a distinct color, marked a significant turning point in the histories of the nations where they occurred, leading to profound transformations from post-Soviet oligarchic systems to aspirations of more democratic governance.Inside the pages of this comprehensive analysis,...
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In Liberalization against Democracy, Stephen J. King argues that, in contrast to prevailing views, pro-market economic reforms in Tunisia did not foster democratization. Instead, state-led economic liberalization facilitated the reorganization of authoritarian rule and contributed to the subversion of democratic tendencies at both the national and local levels. In addition to King's analysis of neo-liberal economic transformation and regime change...
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With this NIV Once-A-Day Morning and Evening Bible you can read through the Bible in a year…or at your own pace. Now you can practice the spiritual discipline of daily Bible reading with both morning and evening readings. Plus, you can read at your own pace. Want a reading plan that will take you through the Bible in a year? You've got it. Don't want the guilt of falling behind? You won't-each daily reading is numbered, not dated, allowing you the...
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The purpose of this book is to facilitate meaningful dialogue and inspire tangible actions regarding the topics discussed within its pages. My aim is to provide a comprehensive resource that not only enlightens but also encourages readers to engage in thoughtful consideration and proactive steps towards addressing the issues presented.To the Global Community:This book, "Global Priorities: Addressing Critical Challenges for a Better World," is dedicated...
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The Bacardi rum company is one of the most successful and recognisable brands in the world. It spends millions on marketing itself as the spirit of youth and vitality. But behind its image as a party drink lies a very different story.
In this book, investigative journalist Hernando Calvo Ospina brings to light the commercial and political activities of the Bacardi empire to reveal its role in fostering the 40-year long confrontation between the...
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Despite Washington's military supremacy, its economic foundations have been weakening since the Vietnam war – accelerated by the great recession and credit-rating downgrade – and its global authority dented by the quagmires in Iraq and Afghanistan.
This book intervenes in the debates surrounding America's status as an empire. It analyses Immanuel Wallerstein and others who argue that the US is in decline, to those who maintain that it remains...
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With this NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Women, you can read through the Bible in a year . . . or at your own pace. Now you can practice the spiritual discipline of daily Bible reading at your own pace. Want a reading plan that will take you through the Bible in a year? You got it. Don't want the guilt of falling behind in your daily reading? You won't-each daily reading is numbered, not dated, allowing the flexibility you need as you strive to engage God's...
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The book "Copyright, Patents, Trademarks, and Trade Secrets Laws." covers the following sections; Copyright Law: Explains the principles governing the protection of original creative works, including literature, art, music, and software. Topics cover copyright registration, fair use, licensing, and infringement issues.Patent Law: Discusses the legal framework for protecting inventions and technological innovations. This section covers the patent application...
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How do you live out God's redemptive story in everyday life? It can seem hard to do - how to first connect the pieces and stories of the Bible with your life and then to apply them and live them out through your actions, words, and thoughts. Yet your life is connected to every other story in history and the God who loves you. The Story: Going Deeper reveals this connection through insights into the Bible's stories about God and his people. Pick up...
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North Korea's development and testing of nuclear weapons made headlines in the Western media, but is the country really a threat to the rest of the world?
This accessible introduction examines the country's history and focuses on whether the threat is realistic or exaggerated by the US in order to gain international support for the controversial missile defence system. It also shows what the EU can do to engage with North Korea and counterbalance...
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Fair trade is a growing global movement. A huge and widening range of fair trade goods are now available in the shops. Why is fair trade so important? This book provides 50 reasons why buying fair trade delivers a host of benefits to people and the planet. It's an inspiring account of how every consumer can play a part in improving and even saving lives and making global trade work better for poor people.
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From Sainsbury's to Cadbury's, the Fair Trade campaign made sustainability a cornerstone for food conglomerates. Built around the experiences and perspectives the key individuals who kick-started the social movement, this book examines the challenges ahead now that Fair Trade has 'gone mainstream'.
Fair Trade has come a long way in the last 20 years, celebrating one of the most successful social movements; the authors set their sights on their...
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Journalist Jonathan Cook explores Israel's key role in persuading the Bush administration to invade Iraq, as part of a plan to remake the Middle East, and their joint determination to isolate Iran and prevent it from acquiring nuclear weapons that might rival Israel's own.
This concise and clearly argued book makes the case that Israel's desire to be the sole regional power in the Middle East neatly chimed with Bush's objectives in the 'war...
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"Atran explores the way terrorists think of themselves and teaches us, at last, intelligent ways to think about terrorists."
-Christopher Dickey, Newsweek Middle East Editor and author of Securing the City
Talking to the Enemy by Scott Atran is an eye-opening and important book that offers readers a startling look deep inside terror groups. Based on the author's unprecedented access to and in-depth interviews with terrorists and jihadis-including...
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"Unsettled Borders" offers a comprehensive exploration into the long-standing territorial dispute between Guyana and Venezuela, focusing on the resource-rich Esequibo region. While many territorial disputes find their roots in ancient claims or colonial legacy, the Esequibo contention has taken on fresh urgency in the face of modern geopolitics and the discovery of vast oil reserves.The narrative begins with the early history of the region, highlighting...
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Find freedom from life's hurts, hang-ups, and habits. If you long to break free from life's hurts, hang-ups, and habits, the NIV Celebrate Recovery Study Bible is a powerful and positive ally. This Bible is based on eight recovery principles found in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount and on the underlying Christ-centered twelve steps of the proven Celebrate Recovery* program. The NIV Celebrate Recovery Study Bible lifts you up and shows you how to walk,...
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