Chaque année, en France, on compte quatre Pacs signe s pour cinq mariages ce le bre s. Qui aurait pu imaginer ce succès lorsque le Pacte civil de solidarite a e te vote le 13 octobre 1999 et promulgue le 15 novembre suivant ?Patrick Bloche, Jean-Pierre Michel et Denis Quinqueton, acteurs de premier plan, font le re cit de la quatrie me grande re forme de socie te de la seconde moitié du XXe siècle, apre s la le galisation de la contraception, celle de l’IVG et le divorce par consent...

The advent of the War on Terror has seen intelligence agencies emerge out of the shadows to become major political players. 'Rendition', untrammelled surveillance, torture and detention without trial are now fast becoming the norm. Spies, Lies and the War on Terror traces the transformation of intelligence from a tool for law enforcement to a means of avoiding the law - both national and international.The new culture of victimhood in the US and among partners in the 'coalition of t...

Spring: Renew Your Thoughts, Spirit, and FeelingsThis Spring-themed anthology collects poems from a variety of different authors, all exploring the themes of renewal, awakening, and growth. The wide range of topics covered in these verses includes life, friendship, love, memories, and more. Whether you are looking for something to read to celebrate the arrival of the new season or simply to reflect on your own journey thus far, this anthology has something for everyone.Here...