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This unique book charts the regulation of British ships throughout the nineteenth century, from no regulation in 1800, to enactment in the 1890s, of a model of customary and national maritime law adopted by many States. Primary issues addressed include unseaworthiness, overloading, under-manning, lack of qualifications, dangerous cargoes, loss of life, collision avoidance, lifesaving appliances, marine insurance and maritime administration. These matters are analysed in the context of the societal, political, technical and historical issues of the day, including an entrenched laissez faire attitude amongst politicians to any regulation of ships. Regardless of the huge loss of life at sea throughout the nineteenth century, recalled through accounts of many long-forgotten shipwrecks, loss of life finally waned towards the very end of the century. The primary audience will be academics, maritime lawyers, maritime training institutions, students of international maritime law, law libraries, international maritime organisations, maritime and legal historians, book agents and all those interested in maritime history, safety of life at sea and the development of maritime law. The author is a widely experienced Chartered Master Mariner, shipmaster, maritime administrator and academic.

Management accounting managers use accounting information to maximize profit and minimize losses. It is concerned with the presentation of data to predict inconsistencies in finances that help managers in decision-making and to assist in the management and performance of their control functions. All the chapters are followed by theory and numerical exercises. The theory is well structured with a large number of illustrations and solved practical problems with exercises consisting of unsolved problems given at the end of each chapter. This book covers the syllabus of B.com (Hons) and B.com courses of University of Delhi and undergraduate courses of many other universities. This book explains how the techniques of management accounting can be used for cost control and decision-making.

Three-time Hugo Award-winning and New York Times bestselling author N.K. Jemisin crafts her most incredible novel yet, a "glorious" story of culture, identity, magic, and myths in contemporary New York City. In Manhattan, a young grad student gets off the train and realizes he doesn't remember who he is, where he's from, or even his own name. But he can sense the beating heart of the city, see its history, and feel its power. In the Bronx, a Lenape gallery director discovers strange graffiti scattered throughout the city, so beautiful and powerful it's as if the paint is literally calling to her. In Brooklyn, a politician and mother finds she can hear the songs of her city, pulsing to the beat of her Louboutin heels. And they're not the only ones. Every great city has a soul. Some are ancient as myths, and others are as new and destructive as children. New York? She's got six. For more from N. K. Jemisin, check out: The Inheritance Trilogy The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms The Broken Kingdoms The Kingdom of Gods The Inheritance Trilogy (omnibus edition) Shades in Shadow: An Inheritance Triptych (e-only short fiction) The Awakened Kingdom (e-only novella) Dreamblood Duology The Killing Moon The Shadowed Sun The Dreamblood Duology (omnibus) The Broken Earth The Fifth Season The Obelisk Gate The Stone Sky How Long 'til Black Future Month? (short story collection) "A glorious fantasy." —Neil Gaiman

This book studies the foundations of the general theory of generalized analytic functions in fractional spaces. The employment of fractional spaces and embedding theorems support applications of the theory of generalized analytic functions. The results obtained are applicable to the theory of singular integral equations, boundary value problems for elliptic differential equations, functions of a complex variable, as well as the theory of plates and shells. The book will be of interest to scientific workers and specialists interested in these questions and likewise to advanced students in mechanical engineering faculties.

Introducing "Business and Love" - a captivating collection of poems that delves into the intricate and nuanced relationship between two of the most fundamental aspects of the human experience. Through the power of language and imagery, this anthology brings together the works of some of the most talented and celebrated poets of our time, exploring the themes of love, affection, emotional attachment, passion, relationship and their complex interplay with the world of business and commerce, with ambition and success. From the joys of new love to the heartbreak of failed relationships, from the cut-throat world of corporate ambition to the quiet beauty of everyday moments, the poems in this anthology offer a compelling and insightful exploration of the human condition in all its complexity. Whether you are a business professional looking to gain new insights into the dynamics of the corporate world, a poetry enthusiast seeking inspiration and connection, or commoners searching for a reference of the meaning of business and love, "Business and Love" is a must-read. So pick up a copy today and experience the transformative power of poetry for yourself.