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What is the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)? What role is played by its members and partners? Does the largest military alliance ever to exist serve the cause of peace or the causes of weapons sales and war mongering? Published to coincide with the 75th anniversary of the alliance, this sharp, concise account examines NATO's origins, structure, and its goals at a time of mounting global tension. NATO has remade itself repeatedly, as its past purposes have disappeared. In the last 35 years it has been part of wars in Bosnia, Kosovo, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Libya. It has played a major role in Ukraine, and supported warmaking by Israel. NATO is now expanding rapidly, both in geography and in scope, adding partners from Colombia to Mongolia to Australia, and claiming a role in policing, immigration, economics, public budgeting, scientific research, and environmental protection. With pointed investigations of how NATO's decisions are made, the widely misunderstood question of the way it is funded, its relationship to international law, and the available alternatives to it, NATO: What You Need to Know is an indispensable primer on an organization that not only confronts expanding military conflict but, the authors contend, plays an active part in its escalation.

Exploring the Monroe Doctrine's complex legacy, the book critiques its role as a justification for various actions throughout history. It highlights how this policy has led to a range of outcomes, predominantly negative, while also acknowledging some positive aspects. The narrative delves into the implications of the Doctrine on international relations and the ethical considerations of its application, providing a thought-provoking examination of its historical significance and moral standing.

With beautiful chapter opener illustrations of the objects that have shaped Ronnie's life

Snippers, a small dog, embarks on a thrilling adventure when his friendship with a groundhog leads him to uncover a significant secret. As humans declare the outdoors unsafe, Snippers and his animal friends unite in a global mission to protect all life on Earth, including humanity. This illustrated chapter book combines themes of friendship, bravery, and environmental awareness, making it a delightful read for animal and adventure enthusiasts of all ages.

As a child he was seemingly invisible. Yet David Swanson’s life has proved exceptional, thanks to a fire in the belly and a determination to defy expectations. Pathologically shy and fearful of interaction with other children, Swanson knew from a young age that he wanted to live a life that would shed this invisibility. The Light Seller is the story of the author’s self-promise to show the world that everyone has resources, even the over-looked kid at the back of the classroom. Encouraged to be independent from a young age, Swanson worked on a farm in Europe as a teenager, hitch-hiked the country as a college student, and at 33, started a high-tech company that has improved the health of millions of people. Along the way, he traveled the world, did some live theater, ran for public office and learned a few things about the human kind. Sometimes bitter, sometimes funny, occasionally sad, the story will give comfort to anyone who has ever felt diminished in the face of those more adept at drawing attention to themselves.

The book argues that the context of World War II was so distinct from today's geopolitical landscape that its lessons are largely irrelevant for current foreign policy. It challenges the justification for U.S. involvement in the conflict, suggesting that historical perspectives on war and diplomacy need reevaluation. Through this lens, it critiques prevailing narratives about the war's necessity and the implications for contemporary international relations.

The narrative explores the journey of building a successful company, highlighting the challenges and triumphs encountered along the way. It emphasizes the blend of humor, resilience, and the importance of pursuing one's dreams. Through personal anecdotes, the book reveals the emotional highs and lows that come with entrepreneurship, making it a relatable and inspiring read for anyone interested in the realities of business.

Using the latest research, this book provides an insight into how learning in mathematics can be improved through a lesson study approach. This highly-practical resource explores the research and theory that underpins lesson study, and shows the significant impact it can have on teacher development. Divided into ten accessible main chapters which focus in depth on an individual mathematics lesson, each chapter provides research and background to the lesson, an outline of key features, a detailed description and analysis of the lesson in practice, post-lesson discussions and reflections which generalise from the experience, as well as links to helpful resources. Some of the key topics explored include: Fractions; Proportional relationships; Probability and statistics Geometry; Modelling Algebra; and Dialogic reasoning Improving Mathematics Teaching through Lesson Study is the perfect resource for all mathematics teachers trainee teachers, and professional developers who are looking to develop the use of lesson study in their own practice or for those simply seeking new inspiring ideas for the mathematics classroom.

Data is your most valuable leadership asset here's how to use it The Data Driven Leader presents a clear, accessible guide to solving important leadership challenges through human resources-focused and other data analytics.

Focusing on the practical application of statistics in sociology, this manual equips students with essential concepts and skills for the workplace. It features innovative, tested pedagogical tools designed to enhance learning and retention, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for real-world challenges in statistical analysis.