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Report copyright infringementby David Ricardo (Author)Letters of David Ricardo to Thomas Robert Malthus 1810-1823 is Ricardo's correspondence with his friend and fellow classical economist, Malthus. The eighty-eight letters cover a range of subjects affecting economy including: currency, trade, rent, wages, and the cost of corn. Ricardo's letters suggest numerous disagreements on many subjects, which provide a dynamic glimpse into political economics of nineteenth century England. Friend to, ...

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Report copyright infringementby W. E. Lingelbach (Author)Chartered by the crown in 1474, the Merchant Adventurers was England's preeminent regulated international trading company until the early nineteenth century. It functioned as a guild, with members who were the only merchants entitled to export finished cloth from the growing English woolen industry, which gave them an unchallenged monopoly. It was the only company entitled to export cloth from England to other countries. The organizatio...

Socially Responsible and Sustainable Business Around the Globe: The New Age of Corporate Social Responsibility

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Report copyright infringementby Jonathan H. Westover (Editor) Number of Pages: 452 Dimensions: 0.91 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: June 07, 2013

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Report copyright infringementby Abu Umar Faruq Ahmad (Author)Developments in Islamic Banking Practice: The Experience of Bangladesh examines global developments in the Islamic banking practice, and provides an in-depth analysis of the theory and practice of Islamic banking in Bangladesh, the third-largest Muslim country in the world, with over 150 million Muslims. This book is the first of its kind to examine Islamic banking principles and practices in Bangladesh on such a broad scale. Learne...

Theory and Practice of Modern Islamic Finance: The Case Analysis from Australia

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Report copyright infringementby Abu Umar Faruq Ahmad (Author)Theory and Practice of Modern Islamic Finance seeks to contribute to the existing body of work in the area of Islamic finance through examining the extent of divergence in practice of Islamic financing from the traditional Shari ah in the Australian context. The author makes a discursive analysis of the regulation of Islamic finance in Australia in terms of (a) the financing instruments used, (b) certainty of transactions between pa...

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Report copyright infringementby René I. Holaind (Author)Reprint of the sole edition. Based on a series of lectures, this study examines questions of taxation, capital and labor organizations, strikes and boycotts and other major social issues. Its solutions are inspired by principles of Christian philosophy and adapted to actual conditions of society. Its contents include "Teleology, or Moral Causation," "Essence, Concrete Existence, and Attributes of Natural Law," "Human Acts and Animal Moti...

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Report copyright infringementby John Rogers Commons (Author)CLASSIC STUDY OF AMERICAN LABOR ECONOMICS "This book outlines an evolutionary and behavioral theory of value based on data drawn from court decisions. Analyzing the meaning of reasonable value as defined by the courts, Commons finds that the answer is based on a notion of reasonable conduct. Expanding this point to encompass the habits and customs of social life, he shows that court decisions are based on customs that are powerful fo...

Administrative Justice and the Supremacy of Law (1927)

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Report copyright infringementby John Dickinson (Author)Dickinson examines the relationship between administrative tribunals and the courts, and problems that arise from the judicial review of administrative determinations. He is especially concerned with factors that determine the scope and purposes of a review. This study notably offers a near-contemporary assessment of the Hepburn amendments to the Interstate Commerce Act (1906) and other changes enacted in the early 1900s. With a table of ...

Law and Markets in United States History: Different Modes of Bargaining Among Interests.

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Report copyright infringementby James Willard Hurst (Author)The eminent legal scholar James Willard Hurst's sociological analysis of the relation between law and private business in relation to society at large Hurst argues that law and business support the same goals of efficiency and humanity, and examines their interrelationship toward that end in terms of ethical issues related to public policy, money supply, the impact of incremental change, inflation and deflation, monopoly and competit...

Treatise on the Law of Private Corporations Aggregate (1861): Seventh Edition. Revised, Corrected and Enlarged

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Report copyright infringementby Joseph K. Angell (Author), Samuel Ames (Author), John Lathrop (Revised by)Reprint of the seventh edition. The first American treatise on the subject, it departed from English models to address the unique characteristics of the American corporation in the years after 1815, an era of unprecedented growth that was encouraged by the courts. It was the standard treatise of its day. In his Legal Bibliography (1847) Marvin says it was "undoubtedly the best work... an ...

Economics in Antitrust Policy: Freedom to Compete vs. Freedom to Contract

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Report copyright infringementby Mark Steiner (Author)In the field of antitrust, the freedoms to contract and compete can and do contradict. Profit-maximizing companies desire perfectly competitive input markets to minimize their costs, but want monopolistic markets for their outputs to maximize their profits. Consequently, they have strong incentives to undermine competition in their output markets. In a world without antitrust laws, many companies would thus eliminate competition by using th...

Trademark Counterfeiting, Product Piracy, and the Billion Dollar Threat to the U.S. Economy

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Report copyright infringementby Paul R. Paradise (Author)Called the business crime wave of the 21st century, trademark counterfeiting and product piracy are worldwide in scope and cost the U.S. economy billions of dollars every year. High technology and the globalization of business have made it possible to counterfeit and pirate a seemingly limitless number of products, from t-shirts, designer jeans, films and books to auto and airplane parts, and prescription drugs. The 1995-1996 trade disp...

The Public Librarian's Human Resources Handbook: Employer Rights and Responsibilities

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Report copyright infringementby David Baldwin (Author)Whether you are a library supervisor with a few employees or an adminstrator with an entire human resources system, there are specific rights, responsibilities, and regulations that you must conform to. In plain language and with a practical, straightforward approach, Baldwin tells you about employment law relating to personnel recruitment and selection; the employment relationship; collective bargaining; wage and hour laws; employment ben...

Union Authorization Cards and the Nlrb: A Study of Congressional Intent, Administrative Policy, and Judicial Review

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Report copyright infringementby Alan R. McFarland (Author), Wayne S. Bishop (Author)This book is a volume in the Penn Press Anniversary Collection. To mark its 125th anniversary in 2015, the University of Pennsylvania Press rereleased more than 1,100 titles from Penn Press's distinguished backlist from 1899-1999 that had fallen out of print. Spanning an entire century, the Anniversary Collection offers peer-reviewed scholarship in a wide range of subject areas. Number of Pages: 1...

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Report copyright infringementby David McCahan (Author)This book is a volume in the Penn Press Anniversary Collection. To mark its 125th anniversary in 2015, the University of Pennsylvania Press rereleased more than 1,100 titles from Penn Press's distinguished backlist from 1899-1999 that had fallen out of print. Spanning an entire century, the Anniversary Collection offers peer-reviewed scholarship in a wide range of subject areas. Number of Pages: 264 Dimensions: 0....

The Submission Agreement in Contract Arbitration

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Report copyright infringementby Morrison Handsaker (Author), Marjorie Handsaker (Author)This book is a volume in the Penn Press Anniversary Collection. To mark its 125th anniversary in 2015, the University of Pennsylvania Press rereleased more than 1,100 titles from Penn Press's distinguished backlist from 1899-1999 that had fallen out of print. Spanning an entire century, the Anniversary Collection offers peer-reviewed scholarship in a wide range of subject areas. Number of Page...

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Report copyright infringementby David McCahan (Editor)Legal reserve life insurance in the United States and Canada as a modern instrument for meeting the quest for economic security, has attained size and significance unparalleled elsewhere in the world. It holds in a fiduciary capacity more than $60 billion and affects the lives of half the population as owners of life insurance and annuity contracts. Still in process of evolution, it helps to shape the pattern of life and is at the same tim...

Industrial Discipline and the Arbitration Process

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Report copyright infringementby Robert H. Skilton (Author)This book is a volume in the Penn Press Anniversary Collection. To mark its 125th anniversary in 2015, the University of Pennsylvania Press rereleased more than 1,100 titles from Penn Press's distinguished backlist from 1899-1999 that had fallen out of print. Spanning an entire century, the Anniversary Collection offers peer-reviewed scholarship in a wide range of subject areas. Number of Pages: 88 Dimensions:...

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Report copyright infringementby David McCahan (Editor)The Beneficiary in Life Insurance consists of ten lectures by leading authorities explaining the principles of designating and protecting the beneficiary. Number of Pages: 264 Dimensions: 0.63 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN Publication Date: January 29, 1948

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Report copyright infringementby Stuart Hill (Author)Most contracts are "simple contracts" that can be created by any adult without legal guidance. But that doesn't mean you can overlook risks. Consumer law tends to automatically manage common risks to consumers, but it can add to the unmanaged risks for businesspeople. This book gives you the insights you need to create and administer contracts, and to enable informed discussion with business managers, project managers, contract managers, and...

The Ultimate Domestic Workers Guide: The One and Only Guide for Domestic Workers/Employers in South Africa

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Report copyright infringementby Elanè VD Westhuizen (Author), Charmaine Murray (Author)Being in the business of supplying work to domestic workers for the last twenty-plus years, I and my personal assistant thought it well to bring out an easy, understandable guide regarding employing a domestic worker and being employed as a domestic worker. Our offices are in Centurion, and we receive calls daily for assistance regarding many issues around domestic workers all over South Africa. Many domest...

Get the Heck out of Our Way!: Examples of Government Regulations That Are Eroding Our Freedoms, Holding Back the Economy, and Costing Us Money and W

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Report copyright infringementby Dale W. Cox (Author)Government regulations are increasingly holding back economic development, inflating the prices of most consumer goods, and reducing our freedoms. Dale W. Cox, and his wife, LeAnne, know that firsthand as they have operated businesses of various types throughout the years. What theyve found is rules and regulations that constantly change and get more complicated, which hurts their businesses, their family, and their customers. In this book...

One Hundred Years of Fire Insurance - Being a History of the Aetna Insurance Company Hartford, Connecticut 1819-1919

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Report copyright infringementby Henry R. Gall (Author), William George Jordan (Author)First published in 1919, this fascinating volume provides an overview of the history of the Aetna Insurance Company, beginning with their very first president and policy. A history of the Aetna Insurance Company is arguably a history of modern insurance itself, making this volume a must-read for those with an interest in the topic. Contents include: "Thomas K. Brace, First and Third President", "Section of O...

Land Nationalisation its Necessity and its Aims Being a Comparison of the System of Landlord and Tenant with that of Occupying Ownership in their Infl

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Report copyright infringementby Alfred Russel Wallace (Author)This early work by Alfred Russel Wallace was originally published in 1892 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'Land Nationalisation its Necessity and its Aims Being a Comparison of the System of Landlord and Tenant with that of Occupying Ownership in their Influence on the Well-being of the People' is an essay on social policy and its effects on the general population. Alfred Russel Wallace was b...

Orders without Borders: Direct Enforcement of Foreign Restraint and Confiscation Decisions

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Report copyright infringementby Stefano Betti (Author), Vladimir Kozin (Author), Jean-Pierre Brun (Author)This book provides an analysis of the complex issue of enforcing foreign confiscation and restraint orders, a crucial step in the process of asset recovery. It further outlines related challenges and offers practical recommendations. The study will be a useful tool for law enforcement, justice, and asset recovery practitioners.Author BiographyThe World Bank came into formal existence in 1...

Making Devolution Work for Service Delivery in Kenya

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Report copyright infringementby Abdu Muwonge (Author), Timothy Stephen Williamson (Author), Christine Owuor (Author)This study provides the first major assessment of Kenya's devolution reform. It assesses what is working, what is not working, and what could work better to enhance service delivery based on the currently available data.Author BiographyThe World Bank came into formal existence in 1945 following the international ratification of the Bretton Woods agreements. It is a vital source ...

Equal Play, Fair Pay: A New Era for Ladies

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Report copyright infringementby Aubrey Lewis (Author)Empowerment Through Equity: Pioneering the Journey Towards Gender Equality in the Workplace In an era where the call for gender parity is louder than ever, Equal Play, Fair Pay: A New Era for Ladies emerges as a beacon of hope and a blueprint for change. This groundbreaking book is not just a collection of insights but a rallying cry for women and allies worldwide to stand up against the entrenched gender pay gap. With a comprehensive explo...

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Report copyright infringementby Morgan E. Dowling (Author)The Wage-Worker's Remedy is a book written by Morgan E. Dowling in 1894. The book is an exploration of the plight of wage-workers in the United States during the late 19th century. Dowling argues that the wage system is inherently flawed and that it perpetuates inequality and poverty. He suggests that the only way to remedy this situation is through the establishment of a cooperative system, in which workers own and manage their own bu...

The Trade Unions: An Appeal To The Working Classes And Their Friends (1876)

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Somers (Author)The Trade Unions: An Appeal To The Working Classes And Their Friends is a book written by Robert Somers in 1876. The book is a call to action for the working classes and their allies to organize and form trade unions to fight for better working conditions, wages, and rights. Somers argues that by joining together in unions, workers can negotiate with employers on an equal footing and demand fair treatment. The book provides historical cont...

The Financing Of Public Service Corporations (1918)

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Report copyright infringementby Milton Berge Ignatius (Author)The Financing of Public Service Corporations, written by Ignatius and Milton Berge in 1918, is a detailed study of the financing of public service corporations, such as gas, electric, and water companies. The book explores the various methods of financing these corporations, including the use of bonds, stocks, and other securities. It also examines the role of government regulation in the financing of public service corporations an...

The Doctrine Of Compound Interest: Illustrated And Applied To Perpetual Annuities To Those For Terms Of Years Certain, To Life Annuities, And Generall

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Report copyright infringementby Francis Corbaux (Author)The Doctrine of Compound Interest, written by Francis Corbaux in 1825, is a detailed exploration of the concept of compound interest and its applications to various financial transactions. The book delves into the mechanics of compound interest, explaining how interest is calculated and compounded over time. It then applies this understanding to a range of scenarios, including perpetual annuities, annuities for fixed terms, and life annu...

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Report copyright infringementby William Stoddard Williams (Author)The Problem Of The Unemployed is a book written by William Stoddard Williams in 1917. The book addresses the issue of unemployment during the early 20th century, specifically in the United States. Williams explores the causes of unemployment and proposes potential solutions to the problem. He examines the impact of technological advancements, immigration, and economic policies on the job market. Williams also discusses the role...