The book outlines a dramatic history of the failed liberalization of Japanese private law during the Meiji era. Once Japan overthrew the shogunate and fully opened up to contact with the world, modernization of the backward country and its fragmented customary legal system became a crucial objective of the new ruling elites. The initiated codification of law included the drafting of the first Civil Code, designed to revolutionize the traditional societal ties in Japan. The legal project, seem...

'Bodies beyond Binaries' advances the historiographical debate around the body in colonial and postcolonial Asia. Opening new research avenues that go beyond the binaries that have sometimes permeated previous scholarly contributions, this book explores not just the direct colonial encounter, but also wider global interconnections and flows involved in the making of knowledge, cultural constructions, and ‘techniques’ of the body.

Throughout the volume, critical concepts such as gender, s...

The Netherlands is known for its water management and leads the way in infrastructure, energy solutions and utility construction. And for good reason. After all, these are industries that are constantly evolving with complex projects and where failure costs are always lurking. To get this under control, more than 20 years ago, the introduction of Systems Engineering was a major catalyst. The government realized that processes needed more structure and that the innovative power of the market n...

The IPMA ICB4® is the international standard on competence for project, programme and portfolio managers. The competence needed for each of these domains is defined in the following competence areas: “People” (how do you interact with the people around you, and yourself); the “Practice” of our work (needed for Projects, Programmes and Portfolios); the “Perspective” of the intiatives you’re running (the context within which the initiative is run and the link to what needs to be ...

Allada, a small coastal village in Africa,its the 1700's and Irisa relishes in her affinity with the sea and the herbs and plants she collects for medicines to heal the sick.

When her family and friends are threatened, she allows the village wise-woman, Fugra to help her control her God Gift - a darkness of trapped souls that she can call forth to rid the world of those that mean them harm.

Together Irisa and her friends, face domestic abuse,slavery,female genital mutilation (FGM), rape and m...

This book is designed with specific goals in mind.

Building a strong foundation: We start with the essentials: the anatomy of a nail, hygiene and safety in the nail salon, and the right materials and tools.

Develop Skills: Learn the fundamentals of nail extension, manicures, and the techniques of both gel and acrylic nails.

Unlocking Art and Creativity: Discover the exciting world of nail art and decorating techniques, which allow you to create beautiful and unique designs.

Problem-Solving an...

Prologue

Yes the Man has evolved for a number of years, but has it evolved in the right direction, with good sense and charisma, there is enough to ask the question today.

It is enough to listen and see what is happening around us, to see that Man in general lives only at the cost of his low instincts of power, death, greed, selfishness and so on. The list would be too long to list.

Man, said modern, simply forgot where he came from and especially how he reached this stage of evolution comp...

Let's delve into the world of sustainability and environmental protection with our captivating book designed specifically for young adults. In our comprehensive table of contents you will find answers to the most pressing questions and practical tips to have a positive impact on our environment.Discover the fundamentals of sustainability as we help you understand the complex concepts and explore the three pillars of sustainability - environmental, economic and social. Then delve deeper and ex...

Gurubesar Lancar Ida-Bagus presents a richly documented and captivating account of the Philippines, a country with a complex and multifaceted past. From the centuries-long struggle against colonial rule to the ongoing challenges of poverty and corruption in modern times, this book offers profound insights into the forces that have shaped the destiny of the Filipino people throughout history.

Lancar Ida-Bagus not only highlights pivotal events and figures – from national heroes like José Ri...

Rather than centring on the well-known collections in Western European and North American museums, Collecting Asian Art turn to museum collections of Asian art in Central Europe which emerged from the late 19th century onwards. Highlighting the dimensions of Central European connectedness, this volume explores how these collections evolved and changed under changing cultural and political conditions from the pre-World War I to the post-World War II periods. With a primary focus on collections...