"An Account of the English Colony in New South Wales, Volume 1" is a detailed narrative that chronicles the early years of the British settlement in Australia. Written by David Collins, who served as a judge advocate, the book provides a firsthand account of the challenges faced by the colonists, including the harsh environment, food shortages, and interactions with Indigenous peoples. Collins's observations offer valuable insights into the social, political, and economic conditions of the...

In the future, you always have options about a job: take it or leave it.There's peace in the galaxy, but that doesn't mean it's safe. Interstellar treaties are signed, but that doesn't mean they're kept. A Civilian Class Gunner can be among the best in his field, but that doesn't mean he's working.Until these things converge, and a secret comes to light that could set the galaxy aflame!Ejoq Dosantos finds himself on a cover...

Round Top's African American pioneers came into Texas in 1825 when Stephen F. Austin brought in 300 Anglo-Americans, and the people they enslaved, for the purpose of colonizing the area. Soon afterward, more slaves were bought in from other slaveholding states. After the Civil War ended, the descendants of these original Round Top pioneers began building their own community. Many earned money by toiling away in the cotton fields for the very men who had once enslaved them. Others earned mo...

Highlighting how and why international investment contracts are central to foreign investment, this book explores their evolution and, in turn, their role in shaping global regimes. Leading scholars and practitioners shed light on how contracts between states and investors allocate risk, distribute regulatory authority, and respond to pressures concerning sustainability, human rights, and the environment.The book provides a fresh conceptual lens for rethinking international investm...

Introduction:In the twilight of Creation, when the world was still young, a fateful event unfolded, forever altering the course of history. It was a time when divine decree echoed through the heavens and shaped the destiny of mankind. This is the story of Cain, a man burdened with a curse that defied the natural order.Long ago, in the early days of human existence, Cain and his brother Abel lived in a world untouched by sin and sorrow. Their lives were entwined, bound by br...

On her quest to avoid people she stumbled upon him. She could not see him clearly in the dark but she was sure of one thing he didn't make her feel uncomfortable but rather attracted her to him. She became curious and wanted to find out who he is but who thought he would disappear in a twinkling of an eye leaving only a scarf with her.one thing led to the other, truths were uncovered and it was discovered that his family had hurt her family so bad.Will she for the sake of l...

Principles of World Trade Law presents a comprehensive and balanced picture of the legal framework underpinning the modern world trading system – covering the law of the WTO but also drawing on bilateral and regional instruments. It acknowledges the shifting relevance of the WTO in world trade law in favour of regionalism, particularly in relation to new fields such as digital trade.While drawing heavily on the law of the WTO as a source of legal rules, this concise text a...

If you are interested in the art of making candles, "The Candlemaker's Guide: A Journey Through Scent and Flame" is a great book to read. This book has everything you need to learn how to make candles and do well in the business, whether you are a beginner who is just interested, a student who is really into it, or an entrepreneur who wants to start your own candle brand. Learn the basics of making candles, such as how to find high-quality waxes, wicks, and scents and how to make candles t...

Set against the sweeping landscapes of the American Southwest, Skystone is a powerful blend of suspense, forbidden love, ancient spirituality, and modern conspiracy-where fate, violence, and forgotten forces collide.Mike Braddock and Angie Clark are young, deeply in love, and standing at the edge of adulthood with carefully laid plans for a future together. But Angie's father has other ambitions-ones rooted in control, wealth, and power. When Mike refuses to disapp...

An account of the English colony in New South Wales Volume I presents a detailed narrative of the early formation of a distant settlement established under difficult and uncertain conditions. The work describes the challenges faced by those sent to build and maintain a functioning community in an unfamiliar landscape marked by isolation, limited resources, and harsh environmental conditions. Attention is given to the daily realities of survival, including the struggle to secure food, estab...

As our planet continues its relentless journey through climate change, we stand on the precipice of an era unlike any other."The Age of Adaptation: How Climate Change is Reshaping Our World and Our Minds," is a compelling book that offers a profound examination of the ways in which climate change is not just transforming our physical world, but also the complex landscape of human psychology, society, and politics.Author David Collins delves into the mental ...

This insightful and accessible introduction provides students and practitioners with a comprehensive overview of the increasingly important discipline of international investment law. Focusing primarily on the legal principles contained in the growing body of international investment agreements, this book covers the core concepts of the discipline with attention given to their relation to each other and to the manner in which they have been developed through arbitration case law. The conte...