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Just War Theory and Likelihood of Success: Prudential Judgement, Geopolitics and Just Statecraft (Cass Military Studies)
By Eric Patterson, Robert J. Joustra. 2026
This book analyzes the concept of likelihood of success in just war thinking and argues that if the concept should…
be retained, it must be reconsidered within the overall whole of the tradition of just war.The concept of likelihood of success has stood out as particularly troublesome to thinkers and practitioners in the just war tradition. The idea, while related to the other categories of just war, such as proportionality and military necessity, can at times be confused with being an absolute rather than a co-belligerent criterion within the broader just war canon. With such an abstraction, justice can be collapsed into a kind of pragmatic calculation, favoring the powerful, and virtually invalidating insurrection, rebellion, or resistance. This volume brings together scholars and experts from across the tradition to reconsider and reconceptualize the likelihood of success. It analyzes this concept not only in light of the war in Ukraine and the war in Gaza, but also in historical cases such as Thermopylae or the Russo-Finnish Winter War. It also examines how we categorize and calculate the likelihood of success and what, after all, we mean by "success." Further, the volume considers how close or far from the target we should get, or expect to get, before claiming that a war is "unjust" or immoral, and raises the issue of the destructiveness caused by defenders themselves.This book will be of interest to students of just war theory, military ethics, statecraft, and international relations generally.
Bat Eater: Sharp, witty, GORY: The addictive Sunday Times bestselling social horror-thriller
By Kylie Lee Baker. 2025
PRE-ORDER THE NEW ADDICTIVE HORROR FROM KYLIE LEE BAKER: JAPANESE GOTHIC'WOW. This book is now burned into my brain for…
so many reasons! I don't recommend you read right before you go to sleep . . .' 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇 🦇 'Haunted, absurd, terrifying, ridiculous, and full of hungry ghosts. This book shook me in all the best ways' GRADY HENDRIX 🦇 🦇 'Essential reading from a new voice in horror' BOOKLIST 🦇🦇 'Gory' PAUL TREMBLAY 🦇 🦇 'Bat Eater will swoop in like a bat out of hell, swallow you whole and leave no crumbs' ALICE SLATER 🦇 🦇 'Easily one of the most exciting and unique books I've read in years' ERIC LAROCCA 🦇Cora Zeng is a crime scene cleaner. But the bloody messes don't bother her, not when she's already witnessed the most horrific thing possible: her sister being pushed in front of a train.But the killer was never caught, and Cora is still haunted by his last words: bat eater.These days, nobody can reach Cora: not her aunt who wants her to prepare for the Hungry Ghost Festival, not her weird colleagues, and especially not the slack-jawed shadow lurking around her doorframe. After all, it can't be real - can it?After a series of unexplained killings in Chinatown, Cora believes that someone might be targeting East Asian women, and something might be targeting Cora herself.Soon, she will learn . . . you can't just ignore hungry ghosts. 🦇 'A profound reminder of the true horrors that lurk in the world' TORI BOVALINO 🦇 🦇 'A serial killer mystery and a heartbreaking portrayal of grief' KIRSTY LOGAN 🦇 🦇 'This book dug its claws into me and would not let go' LING LING HUANG 🦇 🦇 'Body horror and female rage fiction combine in a powerful novel that will leave you quaking' ALMA KATSU 🦇 🦇 'A poignant, searing portrait of the hostility and violence that plagued pandemic-era NYC' VERONICA G. HENRY 🦇 BAT EATER WAS A NUMBER 4 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER WEEK ENDING 09/02/2025
Cyber-Physical System for Rural Development: Technological Innovations for Sustainable Futures
By Prabal Verma, Saniya Zahoor, Shabir Ahmad Sofi, Victor Sheng. 2026
This book examines the potential benefits of cyber-physical systems (CPSs) and their applications for rural development. It provides an in-depth…
examination of theoretical concepts, in addition to presenting real-world case studies and methodological frameworks and ways of enabling effective CPS deployments in remote areas. From precision agriculture to remote healthcare, to connectivity challenges, the book highlights practical applications of CPSs and focuses on solutions to the promotion of inclusive growth.Features: Offers innovative solutions and technologies to address rural connectivity challenges, enabling effective CPS deployments in remote areas. Adopts an interdisciplinary approach, involving contributions from experts in engineering, agriculture, information technology, and more, catering to the multidisciplinary nature of CPS and rural development. Offers practical insights into successful CPS implementations in rural settings, highlighting their transformative impact on livelihoods and well-being. Discusses real-time implementation, simulations, and experiments, offering frameworks for measuring CPS performance and facilitating research and practical application. Presents theoretical concepts of CPS and evaluates trending technologies like IoT, blockchain, AI, and ML in various CPS applications, providing systematic insight into their role. This book is a reference for scholars, educators, and practitioners interested in exploring the potential of CPS for inclusive rural development.
Ukraine and the Legal Accountability of Russia: The Emergence of a New Global Order
By Yvonne Dutton, Michael P. Scharf, Milena Sterio and Paul R. Williams. 2026
This book explains how the response to Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine has transformed international law. It analyzes the significance…
of the resurrection of the UN General Assembly’s Uniting for Peace mechanism, the insertion of the International Criminal Court into world politics at the highest level, and the creation of new types of investigatory mechanisms and tribunals. It explores groundbreaking developments related to war reparations, the crime of aggression and attacks on the environment. And it makes the case that, rather than personifying the failure of international law, the Russia-Ukraine war has demonstrated its continuing relevance and resilience in surprising ways. This work will be compelling reading for academics, researchers and policy-makers working in the areas of International Criminal Law, International Humanitarian Law and the Law of Armed Conflict.
English Language and Literature for the IB Diploma: Prepare for Success
By Angela Stancar Johnson, Colin Pierce. 2021
Stretch your students to achieve their best grade with this year-round course companion; providing clear and concise explanations of all…
syllabus requirements and topics, and exam practice questions to support and strengthen learning.- Practice and revise skills - exam practice boxes throughout with questions for paper 1 and paper 2 with genuine example answers. - Achieve the best grades - expert advice on how to approach and explore a topic for the IA and HL essay plus Learner Portfolio activities and tips on how to present work.- Build confidence and strengthen skills - guidance on how to encompass the areas of exploration, concept connections and global issues from the new course structure into answers. Focus revision - key terms and definitions listed for each topic/subtopic.
Interprofessional Ethics Across the Life Course in Health and Social Care: A Scenario-Based Approach
By Ann Gallagher, Nigel Davies, Nicky Mathastein-Bowen and Sherwyn Sicat. 2026
Interprofessional teams of health and social care professionals encounter, and respond to, significant ethical challenges and complexity in their everyday…
work. This scenario-based book explores how to enact ethical values and virtues, while working across the four pillars of professional activity – practice, education, leadership and research. Effective responses to care needs and everyday complexity require teamwork and a holistic approach to individual, family and community needs. They require health and social care professionals having an in-depth appreciation of their own professional roles, responsibilities and contributions, as well as those of other professions.This book enables readers to engage with, and reflect on, a range of ethical decision-making situations that can occur across the lifecourse and impact interprofessional teams. Each chapter is based around particular authentic scenarios derived from the experiences of care-recipients and family members involved in the co-production of the book and taking place in a range of care contexts – from maternity care to community; from hospital to residential care; and from accident and emergency areas to hospice.Introducing and discussing interprofessional issues from an ethical stance, this is an essential text for health and social care students and practitioners, and a resource for interprofessional (IPE) facilitators with a commitment to ethics in health and social care practice, research, education and leadership.
Technical Writing: A Practical Guide for Engineers, Scientists, and Nontechnical Professionals (What Every Engineer Should Know)
By Phillip A. Laplante, Chris Laplante. 2026
Technical Writing: A Practical Guide for Engineers, Scientists, and Nontechnical Professionals enables readers to write, edit, and publish materials of…
a technical nature, including books, articles, reports, and electronic media. Written by experienced practicing engineers, this guide complements traditional technical writing manuals through the presentation of firsthand examples that help readers understand practical considerations in writing and producing technical content. These examples illustrate how a publication originates as well as explain various challenges and solutions.The third edition features the following: New and updated exercises, examples, and case studies New content on software/systems documentation Treatment of plagiarism to incorporate issues in generative artificial intelligence (AI), open-access archiving, and more Coverage of popular writing and collaboration tools such as Grammarly, Overleaf, and Google Docs Increased conversation of writing for non-native English speakers Latest standards and research Written in an informal, conversational style, unlike traditional writing texts, this book contains many interesting vignettes and personal stories to add interest to otherwise stodgy lessons. It is aimed at students and professionals in the science and engineering domains.
Generative AI for Cybersecurity and Privacy
By Izzat Alsmadi, Yassine Maleh, Youssef Baddi, Mohamed Lahby. 2026
Generative AI for Cybersecurity and Privacy offers a groundbreaking exploration of how generative artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of…
cybersecurity and privacy protection in an era of rapid digital transformation. As cyber threats grow in sophistication and scale, this book provides a timely and authoritative guide to harnessing generative AI to safeguard digital ecosystems, secure sensitive data, and address emerging challenges across diverse domains.Spanning a series of expertly curated chapters, this volume delves into cutting-edge advancements and practical applications of generative AI in cybersecurity. It covers critical areas such as AI-driven threat detection and response, privacy-preserving AI models, secure IoT and cloud computing frameworks, and robust defenses for cyber-physical systems, including Smart Cities and wireless networks. The book balances rigorous theoretical foundations with real-world case studies, making it an essential resource for researchers, security professionals, policymakers, and organizational leaders.The book offers comprehensive coverage of key topics, including:• Leveraging generative AI for proactive threat detection, risk analysis, and automated incident response• Innovative approaches to data privacy, compliance, and governance in AI-driven systems• Advanced methodologies for securing IoT, mobile applications, and cloud infrastructures• Practical frameworks for integrating generative AI into cybersecurity strategies for critical infrastructures• Emerging applications of generative AI in personalized, secure digital experiences, such as e-commerce and smart systemsAuthored by a global team of leading researchers and practitioners, this book stands out by not only addressing current cybersecurity and privacy challenges but also proposing forward-thinking, scalable solutions powered by generative AI. Unlike traditional resources, it emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in revolutionizing risk analysis, threat mitigation, and privacy preservation across multiple domains. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of IoT, cloud security, or emerging cyber threats, Generative AI for Cybersecurity and Privacy equips you with the knowledge and tools to build intelligent, secure, and future-ready strategies for a dynamic digital world.
Generative AI and Creativity: From Theory to Practice
By Subramaniyaswamy V, Elakkiya Rajasekar. 2026
Generative AI and Creativity: From Theory to Practice is an immersive exploration into the revolutionary domain of generative artificial intelligence.…
It takes a step-by-step journey starting with the fundamentals of generative AI and progressing to advanced applications. The book unravels the complexities of generative models, delving into key techniques such as generative adversarial networks (GANs) and variational autoencoders (VAE)s, providing a solid foundation for readers to understand the underlying principles.FEATURES• Explores the collaboration between humans and AI in creative processes• Examines generative art movements, graphic design applications, and artist-AI collaborations• Defines creativity in AI, by showcasing case studies and discussing ethical considerationsMoving beyond creative content generation in art and music to practical implementations in industries like healthcare and finance, the book showcases the versatility and transformative potential of generative AI across diverse domains. Readers will gain practical skills through coding examples, case studies, and collaborative projects, empowering them to integrate generative AI into their own work.The book is enriched with stories of innovation, featuring pioneers who have leveraged generative AI to push the boundaries of creativity. Ethical considerations and the societal impact of generative AI are also explored to foster a holistic understanding of the technology.
Astrocytes: Wiring the Brain (Frontiers in Neuroscience)
By David C. Spray, Eliana Scemes. 2026
This is a second edition of a book that provides an overview of the most current findings on the diverse…
roles played by astrocytes in the function and dysfunction of the central nervous system (CNS), with emphasis on their cellular connections. Astrocytes are highly elaborated cells and likely the only neural cells that simultaneously establish associations with different cellular types. The fine processes of astrocytes are found in practically all nearby cellular types in the CNS, including astrocytes themselves, neurons, oligodendrocytes, microglia, and brain endothelial cells. Such close morphological associations, together with the fact that astrocytes express a multitude of ion channels, transporters, and membrane receptors, endow these cells with the unique capability to sense and influence diverse CNS functions. Disruption of these elaborated connections and altered astrocyte polarization are implicated in numerous pathological conditions, such as epilepsy, stroke, leukodystrophies, Alzheimer’s, and autism, and also certain psychiatric disorders, major depression, and schizophrenia.
Design for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
By Mardelle McCuskey Shepley, Samira Pasha. 2026
Rehabilitation is an essential part of the healthcare continuum and can benefit both the individual and the community. Design for…
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation addresses a vast group of health conditions including neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory cases, as well as sensory impairments that can lead to developmental delays. Patients preparing for surgery, recovering from trauma, or receiving treatment for cancer can all benefit from rehabilitative programs to improve their health outcomes. Athletes and otherwise healthy individuals can also benefit from the science of physical and sports medicine to improve performance and recovery time.This book provides a brief introduction to physical medicine and rehabilitation and its historical and global context for readers interested in the role of design. It introduces various settings where rehabilitation can be provided and their relevant patient demographics, influential trends, and available research, thus painting a full picture for readers who wish to better understand this field. The book lays the groundwork for making design decisions by sharing available standards, project case studies, environment and behavior literature, and applicable theories. Finally, it provides design and planning guidelines as well as trends that can impact future planning and design of environments that support rehabilitation programs. The book also highlights existing knowledge gaps in the design and planning of rehabilitation environments and provides a framework for environment and behavior researchers who wish to expand the field by addressing the needs of patients, staff, and families.
Teaching AI in Film and Media Studies: Lights, Camera, Algorithms
By Mel Stanfill, Bridget Kies. 2026
A timely intervention into the role of AI in teaching film and media studies, this book offers insights into how…
scholars and educators can adapt their approaches in the face of emerging technologies.Exploring the intersection of generative AI with film and media studies, this book highlights the importance of addressing AI in the classroom. It advocates for teaching AI literacy as an extension of media literacy, encouraging students to understand AI's biases and limitations. It explores the impact of AI on a variety of widely taught topics, including copyright and remix culture, the concept of authorship and collaborative storytelling, film and media production, its potential in relation to speculative history and archival research, labor concerns in the media industries, as well as impacts on fans and audiences. The book considers how AI can foster creativity and critical thinking in students as they prepare for future roles in evolving media industries. Each chapter features suggested readings, activities, and assignments that can be implemented in and out of class to reinforce and cultivate AI literacy and proficiency. This book is an essential resource for faculty members in Film and Media Studies who want to know more about how to engage with generative AI tools in their teaching, as well as graduate students taking pedagogy-focused courses.
The Great British Bump-Off: Kill or Be Quilt (The Great British Bump-Off)
By John Allison. 2025
A new cozy mystery graphic novel from Giant Days&’ John Allison and Max Sarin, following up to their hit baking…
murder mystery The Great British Bump-Off.When wildcat arson hits her new employer right where she lives, Shauna Wickle is drawn into the brutal and vindictive world of quilting, as sisterhood and community needlecraft deteriorate into internecine strife. With the promise of an end to all her financial worries, Shauna must cross enemy lines and infiltrate a cadre of &“monsters in human skin&”. But they seem…so nice?Collects The Great British Bump-Off: Kill or Be Quilt #1–#4.
Probability and Statistics for Economics and Business: An Introduction Using R
By Jason Abrevaya. 2025
A modern introduction to probability and statistics for economics and business undergraduates, using the R programming language.Designed for an introductory…
course in probability and statistics for economics and business undergraduates, this comprehensive textbook introduces students to the R statistical programming language. While covering the standard topics found in traditional textbooks, Jason Abrevaya takes a modern approach that directly integrates R, highlights the use of simulation methods, and provides a general treatment of statistical inference for asymptotically normal estimators. Coverage emphasizes concepts that are useful to economists and data analysts, including general statistical-inference results that apply well beyond averages and variances. The book offers a higher level of mathematical rigor than traditional business statistics textbooks to prepare students for future coursework and for a professional climate where employers increasingly emphasize competence in data science and statistics.Introduces students to the R statistical programming languageUses real-world examples and datasets related to economics and businessProvides extensive coverage of simulation methodsFocuses on large-sample (asymptotic) resultsIs classroom-tested at Emory University, the University of Texas at Austin, Princeton University, and elsewhereSuits undergraduate and graduate students in business, economics, data science, and statistics with knowledge of calculusOffers companion website and extensive instructor resources
Che y la medicina
By Ernesto Che Guevara. 2024
Che Guevara&’s passion for public health contributed to a legacy of social medicine in Latin America, and this book explores…
and reveals his thoughts on the role of a doctor.Features an introduction by Aleida Guevara March, MD, a Cuban physician who is the eldest daughter of four children born to Ernesto "Che" Guevara and his second wife, Aleida MarchBefore Ernesto Che Guevara became &“Che,&” before he traveled Latin America, before he joined Fidel in Cuba, he was a medical student. In 1956 he wrote to his mother before leaving to go and join the guerilla expedition to Cuba: &“My path seems to be slowly but surely diverging from that of clinical medicine, but not so far that I have lost my nostalgia for hospitals. What I told you about the professorship in physiology was a lie, but not a big one. It was a lie because I never planned to accept it, but the offer was real and there was a strong possibility that they were going to give it to me, as I had an interview and everything. Anyway, that&’s all history. Saint Carlos [Karl Marx] has made a new recruit.&” He had started a book on the role of the doctor in Latin America, a work he fully intended to continue writing. It remained incomplete at the time of his death in Bolivia at the age of thirty-nine, just eleven years later.Antes de que Ernesto Che Guevara se convirtiera en el "Che", antes de viajar por América Latina, antes de unirse a Fidel en Cuba, era estudiante de medicina. Antes de partir para unirse a la expedición guerrillera a Cuba en 1956, Che escribió a su madre: "Mi camino parece desviarse lentamente pero seguramente de la medicina clínica, pero no tanto como para perder la nostalgia de los hospitales. Lo que te dije de la cátedra de fisiología era mentira, pero no muy grande … En fin, eso ya es historia. San Carlos [Karl Marx] ha hecho un nuevo fichaje."Había empezado a trabajar en una obra sobre el papel del médico en América Latina, un libro que seguía sin completar en el momento de su muerte en Bolivia a la edad de treinta y nueve años, sólo once años después.
The Power We Hold: Reclaiming Our Health from a System That Fails Women
By Isabella Mainwaring. 2025
For every woman struggling with exhaustion, gut issues, inflammation or hormonal imbalance who&’s been told it&’s &‘just part of being…
a woman&’ – this book is your turning point.In this transformative guide, hormone health coach and somatic healing expert Isabella Mainwaring reveals a radical truth: your body is not breaking down – it&’s responding wisely to a world that was never built for you.Weaving together science, history and ancient wisdom, Isabella guides you back to the wisdom of your cycles, your intuition and your power – showing that the disconnection from your body was never your fault.Through her signature Root Restoration Framework, you&’ll learn to:– Regulate your nervous system and move from survival mode into self-repair– Decode the deeper messages behind your symptoms, including chronic conditions like IBS, endometriosis and PCOS– Release stored stress, trauma, emotions and negative patterns– Build sustainable rhythms that support long-term wellbeing and help– Reclaim your energy, your boundaries and your body with practical tools for emotional regulation and somatic healingThis is not a book about fixing yourself. It&’s about coming home to your body. Because when a woman heals – physically, emotionally and hormonally – she doesn&’t just feel better. She changes everything.This is the power we hold.
Mental Detox: Let Go of Whats Not Working and Build a Life That Does
By Dr Cheyenne Bryant. 2025
In Mental Detox, renowned life coach and psychology expert Dr. Cheyenne Bryant shares powerful tools to help you release negativity,…
build healthy relationships, and achieve effortless success in every area of life.In Mental Detox, renowned life coach and psychology expert Dr. Cheyenne Bryant offers powerful and timely guidance to help you shift your mindset, release negativity, and step into your true potential. Packed with practical tools, empowering insights, and real-world strategies, this book will guide you toward lasting transformation in every area of your life.Through Mental Detox, you&’ll learn how to:Overcome self-doubt, fear, and toxic thought patterns Replace destructive habits with empowering onesBuild stronger, healthier relationships based on self-worthUnlock financial abundance by shifting your internal beliefsCultivate peace, joy, and balance in your daily lifeBy implementing Dr. Bryant&’s proven methods, you&’ll develop the confidence to stand in your power, embrace your authentic self, and stop settling for less than you deserve. As your mindset shifts, you&’ll experience greater happiness, deeper connections, and effortless success—not by forcing change, but by allowing it.This new edition includes a revised introduction and a foreword by La La Anthony, making it the perfect guide for anyone seeking real, lasting transformation.
Different, but No Less: The Unscripted Story behind the Making of Tanvi the Great
By Anupam Kher. 2025
Real magic is never planned. It is discovered when you stay open, when you trust, and when you keep going.In…
this intimate behind-the-scenes chronicle, acclaimed actor and director Anupam Kher opens the doors to his most personal and ambitious cinematic vision—a project that celebrates courage, hope, and the indomitable human spirit.From the first spark of inspiration and heartfelt reflections to unexpected challenges, memorable moments, and the way everything came together, this book offers a front-row seat to the making of Tanvi the Great. At its heart is the story of a young autistic girl who refused to be defined by her limitations and showed the world a different kind of brilliance.All in all, Different, but No Less is more than a film&’s journey; it is a reminder that true beauty often lies where the world forgets to look.
Blood Blockade Battlefront Omnibus Volume 2 (Blood Blockade Battlefront Omnibus)
By Yasuhiro Nightow. 2009
From the creator of the international hit Trigun! Sci-fi insanity continues in the second collection of Yasuhiro Nightow&’s fast action…
manga series!An escaped Blood Breed brings Libra operative Zap Renfro&’s former master to Hellsalem&’s Lot, and Zap must once again prove his skills to avoid being dragged back to the harsh training grounds of his school. And though Zap is a formidable fighter, he&’ll need the assistance of the other Libra agents and his own young apprentice to imprison the Blood Breed before it wreaks untold havoc upon the world!Collects Blood Blockade Battlefront Volume 4 chapters &“One Butler&’s Blitzkrieg&” and &“Cherchez L'idole,&” and Blood Blockade Battlefront Volumes 5–7.
Usagi Yojimbo Volume 41: Ten Thousand Plums (Usagi Yojimbo)
By Stan Sakai. 2025
Murder and arson are plaguing the valley of ten thousand plums.The trees within the valley of ten thousand plums are…
beautiful to behold. But the umeboshi, or pickled plums, made in the local village are renowned for their strong medicinal properties, and a favorite of the Shogun. As a series of deadly events grip the valley with fear, the Shogun's samurai strongman is immediately suspicious when Usagi, Yukichi, and Gen are found wandering among the prized foliage...can their appearance be a mere coincidence?A new adventure starring Usagi Yojimbo by legendary creator Stan Sakai, with beautiful color work by HiFi Colour Design! This collection also includes a new introduction from TMNT: The Last Ronin co-writer Tom Waltz, a full cover gallery featuring every comic-book issue variant cover, bonus story notes by Zack Davisson, and afterword text by Stan Sakai!Collects Usagi Yojimbo: Ten Thousand Plums #1-#5.