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Rooted in the civil law systems of continental Europe, where foundations originally served mainly charitable purposes, the private foundation is an innovative development in common law jurisdictions...

Brilliant, prolific, uniquely American, Pulitzer prizewinning playwright Sam Separd is a major voice in contemporary theatre. And here are seven of his very best."One of the most original, prolific...

"The passion, playfulness, and regret in these wonderful poems will make many women think this book was written just for them." -- Susan Cheever "Susan Kinsolving's poems skate with a dark elegance...

Armed conflicts and military occupations are the subject of an extensive body of international law that covers a wide variety of issues. Documents on the Laws of War answers the need for a volume...

Physical description: xxxi, 442 p. ; 20 cm. Subject: English drama.

First published in 1954, this publication has been recognized as an authoritative Hardy bibliography and biography. In this enhanced edition, Charles P.C. Pettit has contributed substantial...

The "Once Party" menu, for ages 11 and up, can only be ordered once (of course). But there's a catch: not everyone who does gets the special prize. Those who do, go to a room where they can view five...

A one-of-a-kind illustrated guide to clouds, cloud formations, and the artists who painted themThe mystery of clouds has captivated scientists and artists alike. This unique book shows you how to use...

A New York Review Books OriginalDuring the eighteenth century, from the death of Louis XIV until the Revolution, French culture set the standard for all of Europe. In Sweden, Austria, Italy, Spain,...

The Praetorian Guard of Imperial Rome was the power behind the throne, with the ability to make or break an Emperor. Its origins lay in the guards units of republican commanders and the units of...

Combining archaeology and social history to more clearly examine the context of early Christanity, two authors reveal how Jesus and Paul were actually rallying against the dominion of Rome and as...

Here in one volume is the biggest and best collection of Pound’s poetry (excepting his long poem The Cantos) and translations ever assembled.Ranging from the text of the handmade first collection...

Henry James’s travel writings are at once literary masterpieces, unsurpassed guidebooks and penetrating reflections on the international themes familiar from his fiction. This volume, the second of...