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Ioanna Iordanou traces the remarkable development of Venetian intelligence in the city-state system of Northern Italy, contesting that early-modern Venice was home of the world's first centrally-organized state intelligence service, setting a framework that has been instrumental in the creation of modern intelligence.

The world's best-selling advanced learner's dictionary, now with Oxford iSpeaker to develop the skills students need for passing exams and communicating in English.

Evans' International Law is widely celebrated as an outstanding collection of interesting and diverse writings from the leading scholars in the field. Bringing together a broad range of perspectives on all the key issues in international law, it is a unique and invaluable resource for students and practitioners alike.

The only textbook to use a three-perspective framework to explain, explore, and evaluate organizational theory in a distinctively engaging style.

This beautiful graphic-novel adaptation of The Breadwinner animated film tells the story of eleven-year-old Parvana who must disguise herself as a boy to support her family during the Taliban's rule in Afghanistan. Deborah Ellis's original novel, The Breadwinner, has been an international bestseller for more than 15 years.

This revised edition fully supports GCSE students learning Spanish. Up-to-date curriculum coverage with extensive vocabulary, translations and examples enables users to manipulate language confidently. Grammar support includes full verb tables and the illustrated thematic supplement, with photocard activities, prepares students for exams.

The Danish love of story-telling is richly demonstrated in this unique anthology of seventeen tales drawn from the canon of Danish literature over the past two hundred years. Together these stories present a unique view of the city of Copenhagen.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) represents the social accountability a company holds for society. This Very Short Introductions looks at how and why it developed, how it is implemented in practice, and the benefits and controversies it raises for companies, governments, and society worldwide.

Provides a state-of-the-art overview of real-estate derivatives which covers the description of these financial products, their applications, and the most important models.

Read Write Inc.: My Reading and Writing Kit is a comprehensive literary masterpiece by Ruth Miskin. This enlightening book, first published in 2017, is a must-have resource for those who wish to enhance their reading and writing skills. The book belongs to the educational genre and is a testament to Ruth Miskin's expertise and understanding of the subject matter. The book is a compilation of highly effective strategies and techniques designed to improve literacy. Published by the renowned Oxford University Press, this book is an essential tool for personal development and academic success. With its practical approach, it offers readers the opportunity to master the art of reading and writing, making it a valuable addition to any library.

Fully revised and updated, and now available online and in print.

Matched to the latest Cambridge assessment criteria, this in-depth Exam Success Guide brings clarity and focus to exam preparation with detailed and practical guidance on raising attainment in Economics (0455) for Cambridge IGCSE & O Level.

This book adopts a novel patient-centred approach to introduce drug action at the cellular and molecular level while developing clinical topics in the context of individual patients and their experience of illness. In so doing, it takes the important step of relating the scientific basis of pharmacology to real-life pharmacy practice.

Isadora Moon is special because she is different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and Isadora is a bit of both. Isadora loves ballet, especially when she's wearing her black tutu, and she can't wait to see a real show at the theatre with the rest of her class. But when the curtain rises, where is Pink Rabbit?

Isadora Moon is special because she is different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and Isadora is a bit of both. It's Isadora's birthday, and she is very excited about having a birthday party, just like her friends have! But with her mum and dad in charge, things might not quite turn out like she's expecting . . .

Isadora Moon Goes Camping is a captivating book penned by the talented Harriet Muncaster. Published in the year 2016, this book quickly became a favorite among readers. The genre of this book is a magical blend of fantasy and adventure, making it a must-read. It's the perfect book for those who enjoy a good story with a dash of whimsy and magic. The story is about Isadora Moon, a unique character who embodies the charm and mystery of the night sky. The narrative follows her on a camping trip, filled with enchanting adventures. The book is published by the renowned Oxford University Press, a testament to its quality and appeal. The book is written in English, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Dive into the magical world of Isadora Moon with this book and let your imagination soar.

Isadora Moon is special because she is different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and she is a bit of both. Isadora wants to take Pink Rabbit in to 'Bring Your Pet to School Day', but her older cousin Mirabelle has a much better plan-why not take a dragon?What could possibly go wrong . . .?

Ideas of home play a prominent role in the way people of all cultures frame an understanding of their lives. This Very Short Introduction considers the enduring concept of home in our modern world, as international and local migration, homelessness, and uprootedness threaten to destabilize our traditional notions of place and belonging.

Angel's extraordinary savant ability allows her to manipulate water. Then she meets Marcus Cohen at a music festival and finds herself all at sea. Their mutual attraction is instant but Marcus's mistrust of savants is just as intense. How can they ever be together if Marcus is unable to accept who Angel is or what they could mean to each other?

Amongst the secret and lies, will love survive? Summer lives under a shadow, but a high-stakes mission offers an escape. Hal is a soldier, who only wants to win. But what Hal wants begins to shift once he meets Summer. To protect the Savant community they have to trust each other. But will their secrets let them find a happy ending of their own?

The most accurate English-Arabic / Arabic-English dictionary ever published, based on real modern evidence of both English and Arabic with over 130,000 words and phrases and 200,000 translations.

In The Bigfoot Mystery the magic key takes the children to a forest. What mystery animal do they meet?Exciting phonics-based stories in new Biff, Chip and Kipper Stories: Decode and Develop are perfect for embedding and building on children's phonics knowledge. Brand new adventures to engage, motivate and inspire developing readers.

A fully revised translation of the great collection of Norse-Icelandic mythological and heroic poetry known as the Poetic Edda, containing the narratives of the creation of the world and the coming of Ragnarok, the Doom of the Gods. Gods, giants, and human heroes populate the poems. This edition includes three new poems.

Disasters and discoveries. Industrial espionage and invention. Warfare and biopiracy. The race to find gold, uranium, precious stones. The history of scientific discovery is packed with fascinating incident. Lars OEhrstroem tells illuminating stories, rich with human interest, each based around a chemical element and principle.

The Numicon Breaking Barriers Teaching Pack comprises a Teaching Handbook and an Assessment and Photocopy Masters book for teachers of children who experience particular difficulties learning maths. The pack provides step-by-step activities and practice, with planning support and assessment, alongside expert advice.

A compact, intermediate-level dictionary covering over 90,000 words and phrases, and 120,000 translations ideal for the home, office, or school.

The third edition of International Criminal Law expounds the general principles governing international crimes as well as the fundamentals of both substantive and procedural international criminal law, bringing the political and human contexts to the fore.

A group of pilgrims entertain each other with stories on their way to Canterbury in a poem whose characters, from the Knight to the Wife of Bath, are as vivid as their tales. This new edition of David Wright's acclaimed translation includes a new critical introduction and invaluable notes by a leading Chaucer scholar.

Environmental economics can be controversial, but it is also central to some key policy issues facing governments and society today, including industrial pollution, global warming, and waste/recycling. Stephen Smith looks at how economic activity affects the environment in which we live, and how environmental policies can most effectively be used.

This generous selection from Galileo's writings contains all the essential texts. Newly translated by Mark Davie and William R. Shea, the contents include full representation from his scientific masterpieces, his contributions to the debate on science and religion, and key documents from his trial before the Inquisition in 1633.