Tough Crimes is a collection of thoughtful and insightful stories by twenty of Canada’s most prominent criminal lawyers. In the book, they write about cases that had surprising turns, or that presented personal or ethical challenges. We’ve all heard the media’s take on notorious criminals, but when have we had a chance to hear directly from the lawyers who defended or prosecuted them? We’ve all lamented the fate of a person who we think was wrongfully accused, but who better to explain wha...

A History of Economic Doctrines from the time of the physiocrats to the present day weaves a rich tapestry of economic thought, capturing the evolution of ideologies that have shaped the world's economic landscape. From the groundbreaking concepts of the physiocrats to contemporary theoretical debates, this anthology offers a comprehensive overview of the pivotal moments in economic philosophy. The diversity within the collection reflects an enduring dialogue between competing schools of t...

In "Women's Wages," William Smart offers a rigorous examination of the economic disparities faced by women in the labor market during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Employing a blend of statistical analysis and heartfelt narrative, Smart seeks to illuminate the systemic injustices that perpetuate unequal pay. His literary style intertwines emotive prose with scholarly rigor, providing readers with not only facts but also the human stories behind the numbers. Set against a backdrop...

William Smart's "An Introduction to the Theory of Value" offers a foundational exploration of economic value, drawing insights from economists like Menger, Wieser, and Böhm-Bawerk. Designed for English-speaking students and scholars, the book bridges complex economic theories with practical understanding, emphasizing both subjective and objective perspectives on value. The author unravels the historical complexity and confusion surrounding the concept of value, contrasting "Value in use" a...

Lena Marquez left town in the gray hours before dawn, carrying nothing but a suitcase, a shattered engagement ring, and a truth she swore she’d never share. She rebuilt her life quietly, far from the man who taught her how deeply love could cut.Fourteen years later, a family emergency forces her back to the coastal city she once escaped. Waiting there is Dominic Hale, her first love and greatest mistake. Once reckless and emotionally unavailable, Dominic is now a polished tech tyco...

The only thing worse than being erased from the industry I built?Being the only person who can save the man who made it happen.Five years ago, I was the youngest senior sports agent in the NBA—untouchable, respected, and engaged to my star client, Evan Cross. He wasn’t just the face of the league. He was my future. We were weeks from announcing our engagement when a late-night video leaked online: Evan, another woman, and enough timestamps to prove it wasn’...

Jasmine Carter, a brilliant but vengeful corporate strategist, is hired by a secret rival faction to destroy Sebastian Hartley, the ruthless billionaire CEO of Hartley Technologies, a global leader in artificial intelligence. Known for his cold-hearted approach and cutting-edge innovations, Sebastian built his empire on manipulation and secrecy — something Jasmine has been trained to exploit.When Jasmine infiltrates his company, po...

Maya Grant has always kept her head down, focusing on her career and avoiding distractions. But when Adrian Sinclair, the fierce and enigmatic CEO of Sinclair Industries, starts noticing her, everything changes. Their attraction is undeniable, yet their love is forbidden. As they navigate the boundaries between professional and personal, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The passion that burns between them could ruin everything they’ve worked for—but can they resist the temptation?Adr...

More Tough Crimes follows the exceptional success of Tough Crimes: True Cases by Top Canadian Criminal Lawyers (2014) and Shrunk: Crime and Disorders of the Mind (2016), the first two books in Durvile’s True Cases Series. What makes this series so unique and successful is the window provided into the world of criminal justice. The sixteen stories in More Tough Crimes are written by Donald Bayne on the Senator Mike Duffy trial and the theme of a trial as media spectacle; Brian Beresh on a h...

'A groundbreaking work of economic analysis. It is also a literary masterpice' Francis Wheen, GuardianOne of the most notorious and influential works of modern times, Capital is an incisive critique of private property and the social relations it generates. Living in exile in England, where this work was largely written, Marx drew on a wide-ranging knowledge of its society to support his analysis. Arguing that capitalism would cause an ever-increa...

'Absorbing . . . an intelligent and clear-eyed account of much that goes on in our country' Sunday TimesGetting to grips with Great Britain is harder than ever. We are a nation that chose Brexit, rejects immigration but is dependent on it, is getting older but less healthy, is more demanding of public services but less willing to pay for them, is tired of intervention abroad but wants to remain a global authority. We have an over-stretched, free health ser...

The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money is Keynes' masterpiece published right after the Great Depression. It sought to bring about a revolution, commonly referred to as the "Keynesian Revolution", in the way economists thought - especially challenging the proposition that a market economy tends naturally to restore itself to full employment on its own. Regarded widely as the cornerstone of Keynesian thought, this book challenged the established classical economics and introdu...