Magnificent Libraries Around the World. This journey to the grandest and most beautiful libraries of the world will make you fall in love with books all over again.

This volume contains the proceedings of the 65th Colloquium on the Law of Outer Space held in September 2022, as well as the report of the IISL Standing Committee on the Status of International Agreements Relating to Activities in Outer Space.

This compilation consists of key cases and materials in the area of European Union law, selected by the Department of International and European Union law of the Erasmus University Rotterdam to use in their bachelor education. Core areas of importance covered by this compilation are the four fundamental freedoms (goods, persons, services and capital), fundamental rights and competition law (cartel prohibition, the prohibition to abuse a dominant position and the prohibition of state aid). Wha...

Behaviour in the Classroom, The Practical Guide is for any teacher who wants to make their classroom environment a better one for children to learn in. Olivia Dear and Sarah Dear, drawing on their diverse experiences, break down the seemingly intuitive skills that effective teachers possess into manageable steps any teacher can learn. It transcends one-size-fits-all solutions, offering a nuanced approach to classroom management. The authors translate the complexities of behaviour research int...

This collection brings together key contributions on the ethics of end-of-life decisions, inspired by the publication of What Kind of Death: The Ethics of Determining One’s Own Death, a new standard work by professor Govert den Hartogh. The topics covered reflect the book's comprehensive approach, with its central themes explored by ethicists, legal experts, and medical professionals. The various contributions offer a thorough examination of the major steps in Den Hartogh’s 'dual track ap...

Lie Like an Artist is about mastering the art of communication, drawing inspiration from how artists convey profound truths in engaging and memorable ways. This book addresses a common challenge: the frustration that comes from miscommunication. By adopting the techniques of artists – who expertly dramatize and exaggerate to capture attention and convey messages – you'll learn to clarify your thoughts and express your ideas in ways that truly resonate and stick in people's minds.

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As we enter an era where AI and sensor-driven interfaces redefine our interaction with technology, 'Interface Design' emerges as an indispensable guide for crafting physical and digital interfaces. This book transcends mere technicalities, offering a unique conceptual approach to discussing and designing user interactions – an invaluable asset for those looking to innovate in the field.Beginning with foundational principles, 'Interface Design' delves into practical case studies and explores...

How to successfully finish a PhD?

Completing a PhD is a long and challenging journey. Many PhD candidates start that journey full of enthusiasm, but lose direction and motivation along the way. Often, this loss of momentum happens because they, like their supervisors, focus too much on the content and neglect the process.

This travel guide teaches you how to successfully navigate the PhD process so that you can enjoy the journey more and reach your destination with better results and in good ...

In a world propelled by swift technological progress and perpetual obsolescence, women frequently find themselves adapting and altering their daily experiences in order to remain functional. In the 21st century, as technology purports to comprehensively assess and address women’s conditions and physical discomfort, Cycles, the Sacred and the Doomed delves deeply into the realm of female health technologies, revealing a space where science, holistic methods, and mythology converge. This book...

The complex history and contested borders that shaped the countries of former Yugoslavia provide the stage on which Croatian-born Lana Mesic´ (NL) weaves new, personal narratives, examining the role and meaning of the enemy image in her fragmented childhood and how this history echoes upon this day. In light of recent political developments in Europe, the book encourages us to reflect on our own experiences. By bringing these to light, it helps to counter the nationalist narratives that domi...