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A Doctor in the House: The Memoirs of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad
$57.00In his twenty-two years as Prime Minister of Malaysia Dr Mahathir Mohamad transformed his country from an agricultural backwater into an industrial powerhouse that would become the seventeenth-largest trading nation in the world.
This remarkable achievement was not without controversy, and Dr Mahathir’s extraordinary vision and iron grip earned him both enemies as well as ardent admirers within and outside of Malaysia. He has been described—typically and paradoxically—as a tyrannical dictator, a bête noir, as well as inspiring, courageous and an outspoken defender of the downtrodden, the Third World, and moderate Islam.
At almost every turn Dr Mahathir rewrote the rules. This book reveals hitherto unknown aspects of this intensely private, but publicly bold, statesman. It provides a clear and compelling narrative of modern Malaysian political history as seen through the eyes of one its greatest shapers. It is neither apology nor defence, but a forceful, compelling and often exciting account of how Dr Mahathir achieved what he did in so short a time, and why.
ISBN: 9789675997228
Hardcover
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Lee Kuan Yew: Hard Truths to Keep Singapore Going (Chinese version) 李光耀：新加坡賴以生存的硬道理
$39.90Why is Lee so hard on his political opponents? Could the PAP ever lose its grip on power? Are the younger leaders up to the mark? Will growing religiosity change Singapore for the better of worse? How will rising giants China and India affect Singapore’s fortunes? Why is rich Singapore so parsimonious when spending on the poor and disadvantaged? Why the drive to attract immigrants despite Singaporeans’ discomfiture? Lee, fielding these and many other questions in the book and on DVD, is combative, thought-provoking and controversial. You may not agree with Lee, but you will find yourself challenged to consider the reasons for his views. Lee has stayed in the public eye for 60 years – as the revolutionary leader who steered Singapore to independence, as the Prime Minister who transformed the Republic into a First World country, and as Minister Mentor, the elder statesman. Based on 32 hours of interviews, this book and DVD pick up where his memoirs of 1999 and 2000 left off.
ISBN: 9789814266932
Hardcover
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The Complete Court Reporter’s Handbook and Guide for Realtime Writers (5th Edition)
$173.90Completely updated in a new edition, this practical, real-world guide serves as a complete “how to” reference on the different aspects of court reporting. It uses easy-to-understand language to introduce both the basic and advanced concepts of court reporting across a wide range of court and legal procedures. The book is packed with general forms, sample written knowledge tests, and review questions designed to give learners an excellent source of information concerning how the court reporter functions in the real world, as well as actual issues they face.
ISBN: 978-0135049563
Paperback
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Laser Beams: Bushwacked
$12.95Josh is a master of pranks, while Hannah is the class brain. Working together in an important school assignment won’t be easy. Nathan, Aaron and Spook are on their way to a school camp together, They don’t stop talking the whole way there and then they head straight out for a bushwalk with the rest of the class. Once off the beaten track, Spook finds a dark and spooky cave to investigate. All three of them go in and all three of them run for their lives to get out. But where are they now and where are the rest of the class?
ISBN: 9781865093994
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Technology in the Law Office (2nd Edition)
$185.90Technology in the Law Office, 2e builds a strong foundation in technology concepts, applications and vocabulary so students are prepared to work effectively in today’s law office. This new edition includes an early chapter on ethics and two chapters devoted to electronic discovery. With a focus on self-reliance, it helps students develop a hands-on understanding of the most popular legal software programs, including AbacusLaw, Tabs3, SmartDrawLegal, LexisNexis CaseMap and TimeMap, and Sanction II. This edition includes new case studies and more references to Microsoft Office applications, making it an outstanding reference for those studying and working in the legal field.
ISBN: 9780135056820
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School Law: Cases and Concepts (10th Edition)
$250.00An engaging, case-based approach to the most up-to-date legal topics gives educators a basic understanding of the legal aspects of their work.
This text introduces K-12 educators to a body of school law that will help them to conduct themselves in a legally defensible manner. A balance of case law, statutory law, constitutional provisions, and analytical commentary, this vital book covers a wide range of topics including: sources of law under which educators operate; legal restraints to state action in K-12 education; legal rights and restrictions applicable to students and teachers; law pertaining to persons with disabilities; and liability for damages as a result of official action or inaction. In addition, broad legal concepts such as due process, equal protection, freedom of expression, the wall separating church and state, and reasonable search are analyzed to assist professional educators in gaining a better understanding of the legal landscape in which they operate. The entire text is written in a clear, engaging style appropriate for those who do not have extensive legal backgrounds.
ISBN: 9780137072477
Hardcover
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Legal Rights of Teachers and Students (2nd Edition)
$49.90The second edition of Legal Rights of Teachers and Students provides an applied treatment of the current status of the law governing public schools in the key areas that concern teachers AND students. Written for the growing undergraduate and returning professional audience of teachers, this text addresses legal principles applicable to pre-service and in-service practitioners in a succinct, comprehensive manner. This book addresses the central issues that concern school personnel in their daily activities: church/state relations, instructional issues, student expression, students with disabilities, student discipline, teacher employment, TEACHERS’ SUBSTANTIVE RIGHTS, termination of employment and tort liability. Information in this text will guide PRACTITIONERS and help alleviate concerns voiced by new educators who don’t know the legal concepts that govern schools.
ISBN: 9780205579365
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Teachers and the Law (8th Edition)
$200.50Written in a user-friendly question-and-answer format that engages and encourages readers, the new eighth edition of Teachers and the Law offers future educators a thorough and wide-ranging understanding of United States public school law. Eliminating technical and intimidating legal speak in favor of clear and simple explanations, this comprehensive school law text provides school professions with the knowledge and tools they need to both understand legal issues as they arise and to practice preventive law regardless of their legal background. Blending the use of straightforward and easy-to-understand prose with real-life examples and case studies, Teachers and the Law is a vital reference for those who are likely to face pressing school law questions in their coming careers as educators.
ISBN: 9780132564236
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Sparklers: Good Sports Tennis Balls and Rotten Prawns
$10.90In the book Tennis Balls and Rotten Prawns, Jemma is not a typical heroine. She has serious shortcomings, especially her rapid retaliation to any offence. She not only retaliates, but she does so in spades!
Her life is a series of dramatic incidents, followed by punishment. One of her punishments involves recovering an overgrown tennis court. Indirectly this leads to friendship and achievement.ISBN: 9781865093468
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Sparklers: Good Sports Home Team
$10.90In the book Home Team, Emma says she hates netball after a series of unpleasant experiences with one netball team. Mum will not allow her to quit despite Emma’s desperate pleas.
An unexpected turn of events means Emma has the chance to play with another team. She is filled with dread as the first training session approaches. Contrary to her expectations, the coach and the team welcome her and she finds a ‘home’ among her friends.
The secondary plot concerning the possum’s search for a home parallels Emma’s desire to belong.ISBN: 9781865093451
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Sparklers: Good Sports Dash! Crash! Splash!
$10.90In the book Dash! Crash! Splash!, Daniel is involved in an accident that leaves his legs paralysed. He discovers swimming and through hard work, accomplishes an outstanding feat.
Daniel’s stoicism and determination to rise above his condition reveal qualities relevant to all our lives.
The story is told without exaggerated pathos.ISBN: 9781865093437
Paperback
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Sparklers: Good Sports The Marathon Runner
$10.90In the book The Marathon Runner, Sam writes a series of email letters to his old classmate, Tom. The early letters disclose many grievances about his new life in the country.
It is further complicated by Owen, ‘the meanest kid in the school’, who tries to prevent him enjoying his new hobby of fly-fishing. During the school marathon Owen ambushes Sam, but Sam is able to outsmart him and, to his own surprise, win the race.ISBN: 9781865093475
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