New Releases by R Freeman

Debating Libertarianism offers readers a sustained debate between two leading political philosophers over which vision of society--Rawlsian left-liberalism or libertarianism--is best and most just. In this crucial and timely book, Samuel Freeman and Jason Brennan consider both fundamental questions of justice and issues of applied policy. Along the way, they debate which economic rights people have; whether democracy liberates people and is essential for social equality, or is merely a tool to promote justice; the justification and extent of property rights and of taxation; whether the fact that freedom permits people to make bad choices is a reason to limit freedom; and whether the modern welfare state is necessary for social justice or instead a barrier to it. Debating Libertarianism offers readers both a succinct defence and critique of two important conceptions of what makes institutions just and good.

"Hell''s Hatches" by Lewis R. Freeman is a thrilling naval adventure, steeped in mystery and suspense. Set against the backdrop of the sea, Freeman''s tale plunges readers into a nautical world filled with danger and intrigue. As the story unfolds, readers are taken on an exhilarating journey of exploration, where every twist and turn reveals new challenges and unexpected discoveries. Freeman masterfully weaves together elements of action and survival, keeping readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. At the heart of "Hell''s Hatches" lies a gripping mystery, with layers of intrigue waiting to be unraveled. Freeman''s skillful storytelling and vivid descriptions immerse readers in the high-stakes world of naval exploration, where the search for truth comes with its own perils. With its blend of adventure, mystery, and suspense, "Hell''s Hatches" is a captivating thriller that will leave readers breathless until the very end. Freeman''s expertly crafted narrative, filled with action and discovery, ensures that this gripping tale will linger in the minds of readers long after the final page is turned.

In the gritty streets of Atlanta, Polo risks it all to provide for his little sister, Jayla. But when a job goes sideways and their aunt claims custody, Polo''s fight becomes twofold: reclaim Jayla and fulfill her Christmas wishes. Time is ticking, and the law is closing in. Enter Traci, a close friend with a soft spot for Polo and a fierce love for Jayla. Knowing the close knit relationship between the siblings first hand, Traci agrees to navigate the complexities of the legal system alongside Polo, and an unspoken romance kindles. "Hittin'' Licks For The Holidays" is a riveting tale of sacrifice, love, and the lengths one will go for family. Will Polo win Jayla back and recognize his feelings for Traci before Christmas? Or will his past outrun him? Dive into this gripping urban fiction romance and find out.

R(ichard) Austin Freeman (April 11, 1862 London - September 28, 1943 Gravesend) was a British writer of detective stories, mostly featuring the medico-legal forensic investigator Dr Thorndyke. He invented the inverted detective story and used some of his early experiences as a colonial surgeon in his novels. A large proportion of the Dr Thorndyke stories involve genuine, but often quite arcane, points of scientific knowledge, from areas such as tropical medicine, metallurgy and toxicology. Austin Freeman was the youngest of the five children of tailor Richard Freeman and Ann Maria Dunn. He first trained as an apothecary and then studied medicine at Middlesex Hospital, qualifying in 1887. The same year he married Annie Elizabeth with whom he had two sons. He entered the Colonial Service and was sent to Accra on the Gold Coast. In 1891 he returned to London after suffering from blackwater fever but was unable to find a permanent medical position, and so decided to settle down in Gravesend and earn money from writing fiction, while continuing to practice medicine. His first stories were written in collaboration with Dr John James Pitcairn (1860-1936), medical officer at Holloway Prison and published under the nom de plume "Clifford Ashdown." His first Thorndyke story, The Red Thumb Mark, was published in 1907 and shortly afterwards he pioneered the inverted detective story, in which the identity of the criminal is shown from the beginning: some short stories with this feature were collected in The Singing Bone in 1912. During the First World War he served as a Captain in the Royal Army Medical Corps and afterwards produced a Thorndyke novel almost every year until his death in 1943.

In 1984, R. Edward Freeman published his landmark book, Strategic Management: A Stakeholder Approach, a work that set the agenda for what we now call stakeholder theory. In the intervening years, the literature on stakeholder theory has become vast and diverse. This book examines this body of research and assesses its relevance for our understanding of modern business. Beginning with a discussion of the origins and development of stakeholder theory, it shows how this corpus of theory has influenced a variety of different fields, including strategic management, finance, accounting, management, marketing, law, health care, public policy, and environment. It also features in-depth discussions of two important areas that stakeholder theory has helped to shape and define: business ethics and corporate social responsibility. The book concludes by arguing that we should re-frame capitalism in the terms of stakeholder theory so that we come to see business as creating value for stakeholders.