Conflict Law

Written by distinguished law professors and professionally narrated for easy listening, this outline covers what is typically taught in a law school's Conflicts of Law course. Included are detailed explanations of critical issues and topics you must know to master the topic.

Divorce Essentials gives you the full roadmap of a modern divorce case—from the first “Do I really want to do this?” conversation through final judgment and what happens next. Divorce is confusing on purpose. The system is complex, the paperwork is overwhelming, and everyone seems to have an opinion. Divorce Essentials cuts through the noise and shows you, step by step, how a divorce case actually works and how to protect yourself at every stage. Written by veteran family law attorney Stephen Rue, who has spent nearly 40 years handling approximately 5,000 divorce and custody cases, ...

This international bestseller, with more than 5 million copies sold, offers a field-tested approach to high-stakes negotiations—whether in the boardroom, in your community, or at home. Life is a series of negotiations, and negotiation is at the heart of collaboration—whether you are a...

Lincoln Lawyer Mickey Haller is back on the job in this heart-stopping thriller from a renowned #1 New York Times bestselling author. The inspiration for the hit Netflix series The Lincoln Lawyer. “One of the finest legal thrillers of the last decade.” —Associated Press On the night he...

There are laws of nature, so why shouldn't there be laws of marketing? As Al Ries and Jack Trout—the world-renowned marketing consultants and bestselling authors of Positioning—note, you can build an impressive airplane, but it will never leave the ground if you ignore the laws of physics...

In this book, author Orde Kittrie draws on his experiences as a lawfare practitioner, US State Department attorney, and international law scholar in analyzing the theory and practice of lawfare. Kittrie explains how factors including the increased reach of international laws and tribunals and the rise of economic globalization and information technology have fueled lawfare's increasing power and prevalence.

International law governing the use of military force has been the subject of intense public debate. Under what conditions is it appropriate or necessary for a country to use force when diplomacy has failed? Michael Byers, a widely known world expert on international law, weighs these issues in War Law. Byers examines the history of armed conflict and international law through a series of case studies of past conflicts, ranging from the 1837 Caroline Incident to the abuse of detainees by US forces at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq.

From the creator of the award-winning podcast series The History of Rome and Revolutions comes the fascinating history of the bloody battles, political machinations, and human drama that set the stage for the fall of the Roman Republic. "Remarkably engaging." —Washington Post The Roman...

Genocide in Gaza is a powerful and deeply researched examination of one of the most devastating and morally revealing crises of our time. Far from being a local tragedy, Gaza has become a global mirror—reflecting the failure of international law, the hypocrisy of political powers, and the collapse of the humanitarian conscience that emerged after World War II. Through rigorous analysis and human testimony, the book traces how the systematic destruction of Gaza—its hospitals, schools, and families—exposes the limits of the postwar promise of “Never again.” It dissects the ...

What if the biggest battle of your life came with no instruction manual? Divorce. Custody. Money. These are not just legal issues—they’re emotional earthquakes that can shatter families. If you feel overwhelmed, blindsided, or afraid of losing everything that matters, you’re not alone. In Custody, Cash & Control, bestselling lawyer–author Joseph Plazo hands you the map, compass, and flashlight you need to navigate the darkest legal storms of your life. This is not another dry legal textbook. It’s a gripping, story-driven survival guide packed with hidden insights only a seasoned ...

Cyberlaw is everywhere: the intersection of law and technology. Law in the United States has been evolving over hundreds of years and is now intertwined with technology, computers, the internet, and information systems. Cyberlaw affects everything people and organizations do, in their traditional and digital spaces. Existing law gets applied to the new circumstances technology brings, and new laws are created to fill gaps and address issues such as cybercrime, cybersecurity, and privacy. Cybercrime is rampant and allows theft from thousands of miles away. Privacy is a critical concern as ...

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly: Lincoln Lawyer Mickey Haller enlists the help of his half-brother, Harry Bosch, to prove the innocence of a woman convicted of killing her husband. Inspiration for the #1 TV show on Netflix, The Lincoln Lawyer series. Defense attorney...

From a New York Times bestselling author, and the inspiration for the #1 Netflix show The Lincoln Lawyer, defense attorney Mickey Haller is forced to bend the law until it breaks when he's hired to defend a man accused of killing a prostitute in this suspenseful novel, the "best one yet" (The...

In a world increasingly shaped by geopolitical dynamics, international law, and conflict, the role of the diplomat has never been more crucial. Diplomacy is the backbone of global relations, providing the structure for nations to communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflicts peacefully. This book, Negotiating Peace & Diplomacy, serves as both a VIP summary and a comprehensive guide to understanding the pivotal role of diplomats in shaping international relations and fostering peace. As an experienced international law expert and CEO of the Universal Peace Congress, I, Dr.Jur. George Mentz, ...

In this timeless classic, Florence Scovel Shinn explains how your beliefs, expectations, and words quietly influence the opportunities and outcomes in your life. At its core, this book reveals a simple truth: what you consistently expect, speak, and believe tends to shape what you experience. While many people notice these patterns, few fully understand why they happen or how to work with them intentionally.

Brought to you by Penguin. The global, open internet is fragmenting. How To Save the Internet outlines the global cooperation needed to reform Big Tech and preserve the internet as we know it. As democracies aim to control Big Tech, Silicon Valley adopts an America-first agenda, and...

Two leading authorities—an acclaimed historian and the outstanding battlefield commander and strategist of our time—collaborate on a landmark examination of war since 1945. Conflict is both a sweeping history of the evolution of warfare up to Putin’s invasion of the Ukraine, and a...

Some books inform. Others reveal. This one pulls back the curtain on a world most people think they understand—but rarely do. Mormon fundamentalism has long been reduced to headlines, rumors, and controversy. But behind the noise lies a deeply rooted belief system shaped by history, authority, family, and faith. If you’ve ever wondered what it really is, how it functions, and why it continues to exist, this book gives you clear, grounded answers—without distortion or sensationalism. Inside, you’ll uncover: The true origins of Mormon fundamentalism—and how it diverged from ...

Bloomsbury presents As Long As the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh, read by Sarah Agha. An epic, emotional, breathtaking story of love and loss set amid the Syrian revolution. Burning with the fires of hope and possibility, AS LONG AS THE LEMON TREES GROW will sweep you up and never let you go...

The definitive history of Iran, from the ancient Persian empires to today. “Michael Axworthy’s deft untangling of the country’s history, from the advent of Zoroastrianism to the 1979 revolution, is a stunning achievement.” ―Guardian Iran is a land of contradictions. It is an Islamic...