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

Wrapped in Eastern and Western dragon lore, this fantasy tale celebrates perseverance, self-acceptance, and cultural differences. It\'s the first day of Dragon School, where all the young dragons must learn how to harness their fire breath. Today\'s lesson? Using it to cook food! All the dragons are excited to test their powers . . . except Long. Long is from the East and can only breathe out water.

This book is a practical guide to content transformation. It lays out the process to get from an overcrowded website, app or service to something people can use and enjoy. Hinrich von Haaren has worked on transformation projects in the public and private sector. Here, he shares his experiences and those of the incredible teams he has worked with. Whether you are a lone content person or small content

With Proverbs, veteran Old Testament scholar Tremper Longman III offers an accessible commentary on one of Scripture\'s most frequently quoted and visited books. With his deft exegetical and expositional skill, the resulting work is full of fresh insight into the meaning of the text.In addition to the helpful translation and commentary, Proverbs considers theological implications of these wisdom texts,

A memoir by two accomplished gamblers about their gambling

The latest in a thrilling new police procedural series set in Scarborough and following DC Donna Morris, middle-aged, seemingly ordinary - but hiding many

A beautifully designed and heart-warming book for every mother, celebrating the wonderful things she teaches her children and the wonderful lessons her children teach

Learn the fundamentals of market research with this bestselling guide that delivers an overview of the whole process, from planning a project and executing it, what tools to use, through to analysis and presenting the findings. Market Research in Practice provides a practical and robust introduction to the subject, providing a clear step-by-step guide to managing market research and how to effectively

How do you find joy in ordinary moments? How do you mark small wonders like the return of the fireflies or a friend\'s helping hand? Arranged from waking up to falling asleep, For Every Little Thing is an engaging collection of the day and its delights. This inspirational anthology gathers classic selections, modern prayers, and new poems from multiple cultures and faiths. From Emily Dickinson to Amma,

The book includes 100 cases (common and rare) with highly organised radiological description of the diseases.The cases are grouped into three chapters: Upper Limbs, Neck/Trunk/Spine and Lower Limbs.High quality images (X-ray, US, CT and MRI).It covers all imaging modalities including conventional radiology, ultrasound/Doppler, CT scan and MRI.The topics covered in the book represent the common and

Stop Overthinking, Make Smarter and Faster Decisions, & Start Taking Action to Achieve Your Goals!Do you find yourself trapped in self-sabotaging thinking patterns and miss out on great opportunities? Do you wonder why despite good intentions you often struggle to solve problems? How would your life change if you can independently observe and learn the art of thinking clearly? What if you could learn

Country gardening may not always be glamorous, but it\'s always entertaining. This humorous and light-hearted guide to getting your hands dirty is the perfect gift for any gardener, whether they\'re about to embark on a life in the countryside, or just someone whose town garden is never tidy and wonders how the professionals do

Undertakers face bankruptcy, the church is forced to reinvent its doctrine, and local \'maphia\' smuggle those on the brink of death over the border where they can expire naturally. Death does return eventually, but with a new, courteous approach - delivering violet warning letters to her

A touchy-feely board book with simple, repetitive text, tactile patches and bold illustrations suitable for babies and toddlers. A little white mouse appears on every page, for children to

Three very different sisters discover that life doesn\'t always turn out as one would expect in this powerful romantic drama. Heart\'s Ease is the loveliest house anyone knows and home to the fortunate Blyth family. Siblings Felicity, Charity, Honor and Bruno enjoy a blissfully happy childhood there before life pulls them in very different directions. Beautiful Felicity gains her handsome husband,

If you peep into the night sky and see the Moon and twinkling stars, you\'re peeping right out into space! Lift the flaps and peep through the holes in the pages to discover the planets in our solar system, see astronauts on the International Space Station and find out what else is in space in this beautifully illustrated book for little

Welcome to the hidden world of the most popular bugs on Earth. Opening the beautiful and accessible pages of this book is like turning over a series of stones under which you\'ll find a fascinating array of the world\'s coolest creepy-crawlies. This fully photographic book profiles bugs, beetles, wasps, bees, ants, caterpillars, butterflies, dragonflies, spiders, flies, crickets and grasshoppers, and

And when Drew, caught up in the moment, suggests that he and Poppy don\'t tell each other anything about their past lives, that they live only for the here and now, for the future they are building together, Poppy jumps at the chance for a fresh start. But it doesn\'t take long for Poppy to see that this is a two-way