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The post Cold War proliferation of international adjudicatory bodies and international adjudication has had dramatic effects on both international law and politics, greatly affecting international relations, particularly economic relations, the enforcement of human rights, and the criminal pursuit of perpetrators of mass atrocities. International...

The police are perhaps the most visible representation of government. They are charged with what has been characterized as an "e;impossible"e; mandate -- control and prevent crime, keep the peace, provide public services -- and do so within the constraints of democratic principles. The police are trusted to use deadly force when it is...

An original account of the nature of the state and its constitution, casting light on some of the central puzzles faced by writers on constitutions. Amongst the issues considered are the possibility of states to undertake actions and form intentions, and the moral significance of these actions for the state's citizens....

Nelson Mandelaas death dominated our thinking at the close of 2013. These two short books provide informed, objective insight into the making of the man, and his unparalleled impact on our world. Tom Lodges Nelson Mandela: A Critical Life presents a host of fresh insights about the shaping of Mandela&'s personality and public persona, emphasizing...

Making Change and Claiming the FutureMost accounts of health and healthcare in Africa are written by foreigners. African Health Leaders: Making Change and Claiming the Future redresses the balance. Written by Africans, who have themselves led improvements in their own countries, the book discusses the creativity, innovation and leadership that has...

The Oxford Style GuideFor over a hundred years, Hart&'s Rules has been the authority on style, helping writers and editors prepare copy for publication. The latest edition of this guide has been updated for the twenty-first century using the resources of Oxford Dictionaries and with the advice of publishing experts.  Twenty-one chapters give...