The end of the Cold War was supposed to bring a 'peace dividend' & the opportunity to redirect military policy in the United States. This title presents a critical historical narrative of the politics of defense in the United States during this 'decade of neglect' & the military buildup under the cover of the wars in Afghanistan & Iraq. ...

Irrational beliefs & behaviour are virtually universal. This title draws on research to examine why we are irrational, the different types of irrationality, the damage it does us, & the possible cures. It also argues that we could significantly reduce irrationality & its effects
- but only if we recognize just how irrational we really are.
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Explores how the joint forces must operate to counter irregular threats & guide force development, material & non-material capability development, & experimentation when directed by the President or Secretary of Defense, to prevent, deter, disrupt & defeat non-state actors, as well as state actors who pose irregular threats. ...

Reverses the history of the English language, taking present-day English as its point of departure, & historical explanations are given only in so far as they illustrate modern forms. This book aims at providing students with answers to questions they may have concerning modern 'irregularities'. It also

Includes:: Dutch & German examples.

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The UN Secretary General Kofi Annan has proposed a package of reforms that safeguard the rule of law, outlaw terrorism, & protect the innocent from abusive governments. This volume assembles the perspectives of practitioners, civil society representatives, & UN officials on transforming the secretary general's proposed reforms into action. ...

A biography of the long & adventurous life of Jessica Mitford, the queen of the muckrakers. Admirers & detractors use the same words to describe Jessica Mitford: subversive, muckraker, mischief-maker. But those who knew her best simply called her Decca. ...

Drama starring Susan Sarandon & Sam Neill. Sophie Hartley (Sarandon) is convinced that she is being stalked & becomes increasingly certain that her husband's (Neill) beautiful co-worker, Mara (Emily Blunt), wants her children, her husband & her life. Sophie receives nothing but incredulous stares when she voices her concern to her disbelieving family & friends. Sophie struggles to maintain her sanity as the grip of paranoia continues to tighten its constricting grip. ...