Private military and security companies (PMSCs) have been used in every peace operation since 1990, and reliance on them is increasing at a time when peace operations themselves are becoming ever more complex. This book provides an essential foundation for the emerging debate on the use of PMSCs in this context. It clarifies key issues such as whether their use complies with the principles of peacekeeping, outlines the implications of the status of private contractors as non-combatants under international humanitarian law, and identifies potential problems in holding states and international organizations responsible for their unlawful acts. Written as a clarion call for greater transparency, this book aims to inform the discussion to ensure that international lawyers and policy makers ask the right questions and take the necessary steps so that states and international organizations respect the law when endeavouring to keep peace in an increasingly privatized world.
Jake Brennon enrolls at the University of Santa Barbara, a beachside playground for rich kids who like to party. Yearning to be respected by his older brother Grant, Jake pledges Grant’s fraternity, Zeta Chi. After the mysterious death of a member of Jake’s pledge class, Jake vows to uncover the truth. But the young men of Zeta Chi may kill to keep it a secret.
There's no better way to celebrate summer with friends and family than a backyard barbeque. The 130 recipes in this comprehensive guidebook, each accompanied by a succulent color photograph, provide everything you need for a successful feast, from mouthwatering starters to a tempting selection of main courses helpfully divided into meat, fish, veggies, and salads. Special topics include barbequing traditions around the world, griddle-pan techniques, and the grillmaster's essential tool kit.
Fasten your seatbelt and join us as we get up close and personal with some of the world's most dangerous places. Prepare to chase storms, swim with sharks, and take a heart-pounding drive down something called "the Death Road." Who knew geography could be so thrilling? Which is the deadliest place on Earth?
This book presents the top ten most terrifying experiences, which might leave people holding on tight, gasping for air, or struggling to survive" (publisher).
Girl power scores a goal in this uplifting story of teamwork, new beginnings, and coming together to fight for what’s right—perfect for fans of Lisa Graff and Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Bea and her mom have always been a two-person team. But now her mom is marrying Wendell, and their team is growing by three boys, two dogs, and a cat. Finding her place in her new blended family may be tough, but when Bea finds out her school might not get the all-girls soccer team they’d been promised, she learns that the bigger the team, the stronger the fight—and that for the girls to get what they deserve, they’re going to need a squad behind them. Lauded as “remarkable” by the New York Times Book Review, Lindsey Stoddard’s heartfelt stories continue to garner critical acclaim, and her latest novel will have fans new and old rooting for Bea as she discovers that building a new life doesn’t mean leaving her old one behind.
Depuis que la route de Nell a recroisé celle de Macsen, tout va de travers. Elle commence déjà à regretter de lui avoir accordé sa confiance, elle qui n’est vraiment pas prête à encaisser une nouvelle trahison. Ses meilleurs amis s’inquiètent pour elle, surtout depuis qu’elle a été renversée par une voiture alors qu’elle participait à une course clandestine. Pourtant, la convalescence de Nell est de courte durée : son frère, toujours en prison, a plus que jamais besoin de son aide.De son côté, Mac est complètement perdu. Il ne comprend pas le soudain revirement de la belle brune. Elle ne vient plus travailler, et toutes ses tentatives de la contacter sont un échec cuisant. Entre retrouvailles et révélations, Macsen et Nell vont devoir faire face à la vérité. Aussi douloureuse soit-elle.
If you're born with nothing you have to make your own luck. When Jared Johnson first meets Clarice Connaught he saves her from the hands of her father, who is brutally beating her in the street. Never one to walk past someone in distress, Jared doesn’t hesitate to help. But who is this girl and what is her story? Jared Johnson started with nothing. At just twelve-years-old he was orphaned and homeless, but eight years later, Jared is a success. Running McGuire’s Rag & Bone Yard and surrounded by friends, all Jared needs now is to find the perfect girl to settle down with. Nothing has come easy for Clarice but still she has dreams of a grander life and the finer things. And if her father isn’t willing to provide them then Clarice will do anything to find someone who is. Jared and Clarice have one thing in common – they are survivors – and in Queen Victoria’s Birmingham you need your wits about you to keep the wolf from the door. But Clarice isn’t everything she seems, and like a bad penny that always shows up, she brings more trouble for Jared and his friends than they could ever have imagined... Lindsey Hutchinson, the top 10 bestseller, Queen of the Black Country Saga, is back with a page-turning and heart-warming story perfect fans of Katie Flynn, Val Wood and Lyn Andrews. What readers are saying about Lindsey Hutchinson: ‘I have read most if not all of Lindsey Hutchinson’s books having read a lot of her mother’s as well. She is a super storyteller and seems to be able to write about a multitude of subjects and obviously does a lot of research into her books.’ ‘I loved this book, such a heart-warming read to the end.’ ‘The Ragged Orphan was a consuming read that brought history to life under the masterful pen of Lindsey Hutchinson.’ ‘This book will make you cry in places and laugh in others and like me once you finish a chapter you will want to just hurry on to the next chapter to discover more about Jared and the other characters.’ ‘Such a cosy book that is gently and easy to read but will keep you wanting to go back to it.’ ‘Absolutely loved it I couldn't put it down great story great characters ad tears in my eyes at times really enjoyed it.’
Fans of #1 New York Times bestselling author Johanna Lindsey will be delighted by this ninth novel about the aristocratic Malory family—a passionate and high-spirited tale that provides startling new information about a prominent member of the family. After her mother dies, vivacious Katey Tyler flees her dull Connecticut town for Europe, hoping to finally meet her British relatives and experience a life-changing adventure. She has no idea just how far her travels will take her—especially when she stumbles upon a high-stakes kidnapping. When Sir Anthony Malory’s young daughter is kidnapped from London’s Hyde Park, the ransom note is accidentally sent to the home of his brother, James, and is intercepted by houseguest Boyd Anderson. The notoriously hot-headed American sea captain joins Anthony in the search for the missing girl, hardly expecting that his pursuit will have him cross paths with the exquisite Katey Tyler, recently a passenger on his ship. Little does Katey realize that in having caught the attention of Boyd Anderson—and in meeting up with the Malorys—she's about to experience more excitement than the typical young lady encounters on a grand tour. A multitude of surprises await her, from the startling truth about her mother’s early life to the lengths a man will go to win the affections of a lady who has every reason to despise him—but who can’t resist the seductive, impassioned love he has to offer her. With “witty writing, charmingly unique characters, and a sexy love story” (Booklist), No Choice But Seduction will sweep you away on an irresistible adventure that is as bold and charming as the heroine at its heart.
This is a book for everyone who teaches. Whether you are responsible for your organization’s training and development, you are providing basic education in an elementary school, or you are creating workshops for professional development, this book will help you manage the dynamics of difference necessary to create an environment where all students can learn. Use this book as a workbook for small groups, or as a guide for improving the cultural competence of your teaching. "This book is a riveting and unparalleled resource for all educational merchants of hope. . . . The insights, learning strategies, and professional development structures in this edition illuminate a path for all leaders to successfully commit to the journey of being equity champions!" --Dr. Erick E. Witherspoon, National Director of Equity Professional Development Services Generation Ready "There is no greater honor than to have one’s professional work become the inspiration for a new way of thinking, and transformative literature and action that change the world for schools and the children and youth they serve. I am grateful that the ideas have been so skillfully brought to scale by these authors." --Dr. Terry L. Cross, MSW, Founder and Senior Advisor National Indian Child Welfare Association
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