Law

Level up your LEGO® Minecraft® models with more than 50 building ideas!Use your LEGO collection to bring your Minecraft builds to life. Inspire budding builders to design a diamond sword, build a busy biome, make a micro mob, create a creeper house, and much more. Challenge family and friends to exciting games that combine the best bits of Minecraft and LEGO building. Comes with a diver minifigure and all the bricks needed to build an exclusive LEGO Minecraft mini model of an aquatic scene. Get ready to play! (c) 2024 Mojang AB.(c)2024 The LEGO Group.

"From the people who make the test"--Cover.

Charles Taylor delves into the poetry of the Romantics and their heirs, a foundation of his distinctive philosophy of language. Taylor holds that Romantic poetry responded to disenchantment: with old cosmic orders depleted, artists groped to articulate new meanings by bringing connections to life rather than merely reasoning abstractly about life.

'Reads like a thriller... These stories are amazing.'-Michael Lewis, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Big Short'A master-class in the tactics and countertactics of financial cyberwarfare, laid out in a tense, exciting technothriller.'-Cory Doctorow, author of Little Brother'An absorbing narrative than unfolds like a mystery'-New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice) 'Immensely readable... a romp through some of the most infamous dark web takedowns in recent memory.'-Washington PostDirty cops, trafficking rings, globe-spanning, nail-biting undercover detective work and the biggest takedown of the online narcotics market in the history of the internet. This is the story of how a single innovation has fuelled the world's criminal financial markets, and unleashed a cat-and mouse game like no other.Over the last decade, crime lords inhabiting lawless corners of the internet have operated more freely-whether in drug dealing, money laundering, or human trafficking-than their old school counterparts could have ever dreamed of. By transacting in currencies with anonymous ledgers, overseen by no government and beholden no bankers, they have robbed law enforcement of the primary method of cracking down on illicit finance: following the money.But what if this dark economy held a secret, fatal flaw? What if their currency wasn't so cryptic after all? Could an investigator using the right mixture of technical wizardry, financial forensics, and old-fashioned persistence uncover an entire criminal underworld?Lords of Crypto Crime is the gripping, insider story of how a brilliant group of investigators took down the biggest kingpins of the dark web.

"FORCE OF NATURE celebrates the voices of girls and women through photographic portraits and quotes"--

The comprehensive collection of letters spanning the adult life of one of the world¿s greatest storytellers, now revised and expanded to include more than 150 previously unseen letters, with revealing new insights into The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion.

Who doesn't long for a little more romance in their home? The kind that makes your heart feel at ease when you walk inside and close the door on our fast-paced world.

A fascinating glimpse into the evocative, eclectic and carefully curated homes of artists, designers and other creatives.

Explores how Geoffrey Chaucer's blunders in the classic Canterbury Tales make it far from a perfect masterpiece

Are you grappling with the complexities of the GDPR? Struggling to translate its principles into actionable steps for your business? You're not alone. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has transformed how organizations worldwide handle personal data, often making it feel like an intimidating challenge for professionals across all levels.The rapidly evolving data landscape and the expanded responsibilities for professionals require a deep understanding of GDPR principles, practical implementation, and compliance monitoring. Failure to understand and implement GDPR principles can lead to severe fines, not to mention damage to your business's reputation. But GDPR compliance isn't just about avoiding penalties-it's an opportunity to prove your credibility, to shine in your field, and to protect your clients' personal data.Enter "The Easy Peasy Guide to the GDPR" - your key to unlocking the mystery of GDPR compliance. With this unique 'easy peasy' approach, this guide turns legal complexities into actionable insights, providing you with a clear path to GDPR mastery. It simplifies the convoluted legal language, making GDPR accessible, engaging, and most importantly, implementable.This guide is designed to: Demystify GDPR: Break down the complexities and unravel the confusion, leaving you with a clear understanding and practical implementation of GDPR principles.Ignite Confidence: Say goodbye to self-doubt and impostor syndrome. Step into your true potential as a confident and credible GDPR professional. Master Intricacies: Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to navigate the intricate GDPR landscape with ease. Make informed decisions and provide expert guidance confidently. Rise Above the Crowd: Position yourself as the go-to GDPR expert in your field. Shine brightly as a beacon of knowledge amidst a sea of uncertainty.Ascend to Authority: Elevate your professional reputation and gain recognition. Set yourself apart from the rest with your deep understanding and practical application of GDPR principles."The Easy Peasy Guide to the GDPR" is more than just a book; it's a transformative journey, guiding you from GDPR confusion to GDPR mastery. It empowers you to safeguard personal data, foster a culture of privacy, and enhance your professional stature.Let's make GDPR easy peasy, together!Don't just comply with GDPR; master it, the easy peasy way! Grab your copy now

All the skill-building English language practice you need to master ESL-with seven books in one value-packed volume-plus support from the McGraw Hill Language Lab appThe most effective way to learn any new language is to practice, practice, and practice. No other workbooks put as much emphasis on this as the Practice Makes Perfect series-and in Practice Makes Perfect: Complete English All-in-One for ESL Learners, you get seven skill-building titles to help you build a solid foundation of verbs, vocabulary, grammar and conversational skills-all in one value-packed workbook.This one-stop resource includes thorough explanations that are reinforced by hundreds of hands-on practice exercises to help you build the skills needed to communicate in English with confidence. A comprehensive index makes it easy to reference all grammar explanations throughout the book, making this an ideal resource for both beginning and advanced beginning levels. This Premium edition also includes extensive support through McGraw Hill's unique Language Learning app, allowing you to stream audio recordings for audio conversations and take advantage of the helpful "record yourself" feature.Designed specifically for the beginning ESL student (as opposed to general grammar students)Value-packed volume contains core content from seven titles: English Grammar for ESL Learners; Intermediate English Grammar for ESL Learners; English Verbs; English Verb Tenses Up Close; English Pronouns and Prepositions; English Sentence Builder; and English ConversationIntegrated approach allows you to study and develop your language skills at your own level and paceThis premium second edition is supported by the McGraw Hill Language Lab app, with streaming audio recordings for 12 conversations and a helpful "record yourself" feature.

In two volumes, this book covers in a comprehensive, internally balanced, systematic and detailed way the field of European Union (EU) banking law and regulation. In three parts, Volume I offers a brief introduction to the role of banks in the contemporary financial system and the theory of banking regulation, a thorough analysis of international financial standards which are contained in the sources of public international banking law (and of public international financial law, in general), a detailed presentation of the gradual evolution and the sources of EU banking law, as well as a precise analysis of the law-making process and the key institutional aspects of this branch of EU economic law. The standards and rules adopted and the institutions created in the aftermath of the (2007-2009) global financial crisis and the subsequent euro area fiscal crisis, as well as during the current pandemic crisis are discussed, as appropriate. A detailed analysis of the substantive aspects ofEU banking law will follow in Volume II

In Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs Illustrated, explore the logograms for popular concepts such as "sun," "house," and "mountain," as well as more complex ideas such as Ajet, or "sun rising over mountains"; marvel at Tutankhamun's full name as marked on his tomb; and wonder at the Ouroboros, a symbol that shows a snake-like animal that swallows its own tail, representing eternal struggle. Each of more than 150 entries includes a description of the written form and an explanation of its meaning.

Learn Igbo on the Go is a conversational Igbo teaching resource designed to conveniently get you familiar with Igbo. This can be easily achieved while you perform routine activities, including commuting, working out, travelling, and even running errands. This book consists of words, phrases, and sentences spoken in English and repeated in Igbo twice. We allow a pause after each Igbo translation to encourage you, the listener, to verbalize what you hear in real-time. Our robust topics include pleasantries, introductions, occupation, family, sports, travelling, and much more as is evident in our table of contents. The primary dialect here is central Igbo, although you might hear a trace of certain dialects. You might also hear one or two combined English and Igbo words known as Engili-Igbo. PS: In 2012, UNESCO placed Igbo on the endangered language list. 'Learn Igbo on the Go' is a wholesome effort to help change that narrative for the next generation... by teaching teenagers and adults the Igbo language in a methodical and relatable format. Get this book to start and/or solidify your Igbo speaking knowledge.

"Join Curiosity Lab founder Michael Tennant on his mission to create one million empathy experts! Whether you are seeking a powerful professional development and communication tool, hoping to find common ground with those you disagree with, or striving to better understand your needs, fears, and dreams-your journey begins here. The Power of Empathy invites you to get curious with your emotions, lean into uncomfortable situations, and truly connect with the people around you. Tennant leads you through these life lessons using the six phases of empathy-a thirty-day program with an inclusive, intersectional lens that grounds abstract concepts with an actionable framework. Each section offers heartfelt personal stories, techniques for mindfulness, and engaging journaling exercises that connect the dots between individual mental health and community support systems. Learn to compassionately support, courageously confront, gracefully model, effectively resolve, and masterfully connect-all by the power of empathy!"--

"Nik Sharma, blogger at A Brown Table, Serious Eats columnist, and cookbook author, brings us his most cookable collection of recipes yet in Veg-table. Here is a technique-focused repertoire for weeknight mains for cooks of all skill levels looking to add more delicious and satisfying vegetable dishes to their diet. Combining the scientific underpinnings of The Flavor Equation with the inviting and personal recipes of Season, this book features more than fifty vegetables, revealing their origins, biology, and unique characteristics. Vegetable-focused recipes are organized into chapters by plant family, with storage, buying, and cooking methods for all. The result is a recipe collection of big flavors and techniques that are tried, true, and perfected by rigorous testing and a deep scientific lens. Included here are Sharma's first-ever pasta recipes published in a cookbook: Pasta with Broccoli Miso Sauce, Shallot and Spicy Mushroom Pasta, and more. And vegetable-focused doesn't mean strictly vegetarian; bring plants and animal protein together with delicious recipes like Chicken Katsu with Poppy Seed Coleslaw and Crispy Salmon with Green Curry Spinach. A wide variety of hot and cold soups, salads, sides, sauces, and rice-, egg-, and bean-based dishes round out this collection." --

A powerful and essential guide to understanding the patriarchy and the pervasive negative impact it continues to have on women's lives across the world, from The Independent's Women's Correspondent, Maya Oppenheim.

Ancient foodways don't recognize geopolitical boundaries. For instance, the harissa found in Tunisia is incredibly similar to the adjika used in Georgia. Both accessible and delicious, the food in this cookbook is perfectly suited to the home cook because it is not fussy, and everything on the table is meant to be shared.