Why do states persist in using force to enhance their deterrent posture, even though it is not clear that it is effective? This book develops an innovative framework to answer this question, viewing deterrence as an idea. This allows the author to explain how countries institutionalize deterrence strategy, and how this internalization affects policy. He argues that the US and Israel have both internalized

This was the first philosophy textbook in moral psychology, introducing students to a range of philosophical topics and debates. This new edition includes a chapter on the question of whether morality is innate or learned. The bulleted summaries, study questions, and lists for further readings have been

In a comprehensively revised and updated new edition, James Naremore provides an illuminating critical account of the films of Stanley Kubrick, from his earliest feature, Fear and Desire (1953), to the posthumously-produced A.I. Artificial Intelligence (Steven Spielberg, 2001). Naremore offers provocative analyses of each of Kubrick\'s films, considering his emphasis on the absurdity of combat, as

From Jerry\'s kitchen to Monk\'s cafe, food is central to many of Seinfeld\'s most memorable moments, and this official cookbook teaches fans to prepare favorite dishes from the show right in their own

A memoir by two accomplished gamblers about their gambling

Antioxidants Effects in Health: The Bright and the Dark Side examines the role that antioxidants play in a variety of health and disease situations. The book discusses antioxidants\' historical evolution, their oxidative stress, and contains a detailed approach of 1) endogenous antioxidants, including endogenous sources, mechanisms of action, beneficial and detrimental effects on health, in vitro evidence,

An easy read with clear examples and engaging stories, this book is a treat for leaders who are interested in totally transforming the way they work. Luckman and Flory help leaders and organizations shift from a solutions mindset to a problem-solving culture that results in flow and growth where everyone in the organization can become a winner. Anand V. Tanikella, Vice President R&D, Abrasives Worldwide,

One of Shondaland\'s Best Books of April 2022!A Lilly\'s Library Book Club Pick! Behind the chic veneer of a wellness clinic lies a dangerous secret, in this compelling women\'s fiction novel from the author of The White Coat Diaries. Dr. Maya Rao is a gynecologist trying to balance a busy life. With three young children, a career, and a happy marriage, she should be grateful--on paper, she has it

How far would you go to live forever?Brilliant scientist Joe Messenger believes that people can be made to live for ever. Knowing the human body can be frozen indefinitely, Joe devises a way of downloading the human brain into a supercomputer called ARCHIVE. But Joe\'s wife, Karen, is worried by his preoccupation with ARCHIVE, which seems to be developing signs of a distinct and sinister personality

Takeo has finally achieved his dream; he has left behind the darkness of his past and become a Samurai. But now, with the courage that comes from knowing you are worthy, he finally feels ready to confront his demons. Yet Imperial Japan is in turmoil; General Akuma, one of the Empire\'s most powerful men has turned his back on the Emperor, and is planning to betray him. The two men are linked by a dark

Illustrated revision and practiseCovers Paper 3Over 200 marks worth of examination style questionsAnswers provided for all questions within the bookIllustrated topics to improve memory and recallSpecification references for every topicExamination tips and techniquesAbsolute clarity is the aim with a new generation of revision guide for the 2020s. This guide has been expertly compiled and edited by

As the only female village chief in the province, the pressure to succeed politically and personally on Kong Fanhua is enormous. Amid a crackdown on the controversial one-child policy, a pregnant runaway triggers a series of bizarre and seemingly intractable problems for Fanhua to solve involving ghosts, camels, Americans and

A sweeping new interpretation of the history of civilization and a transformative vision of how our species will thrive on an unpredictable Earth.The viruses keep coming, the climate is warming, and the Earth is rewilding. Our human family has no playbook to address the mayhem unfolding around us. If there is a change to reckon with, argues the renowned economic and social theorist Jeremy Rifkin, it\'s

Moonbeam Award Winner Once upon a time, artist Scott Gustafson set out to illustrate classic stories, fairy tales, and nursery rhymes. Decades later, his immediately recognizable paintings have made bestsellers of Peter Pan, The Night Before Christmas, Classic Fairy Tales, and Favorite Nursery Rhymes from Mother Goose. Now he gives us Classic Bedtime Stories, a lavishly illustrated, oversized collection

This is the latest release in Enduring Word Media\'s commentary series by David Guzik. David Guzik\'s commentaries are noted for their clear, complete, and concise explanation of the Bible. Pastors, teachers, class leaders, home study groups, and everyday Christians all over the world have found this commentary series remarkably

How do you get rid of the elephant that scared off the alligators that chased away the dogs that frightened the cats that got rid of the mice? There\'s only one thing that will scrare an elephant Playful and fast-paced, this comical caper is perfect for reading together.EDITORIAL REVIEW: A playful caper follows a group of mice as they attempt to scare off the elephant who scared off the alligators

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Midnight Club--now an original Netflix series! Teresa Chafey is running away from home. Driving north along the California coast, she picks up two mysterious hitchhikers: Poppy Corn and Freedom Jack. Together the three of them tell stories: Teresa of her devastating relationship with her boyfriend, Poppy of a sad young woman she once knew, and Freedom