"A thin, balding, and reclusive middle-aged Russian by the name of Rudolf Ivanovich Abel was one of the Soviet Union's most renowned spies during the Cold War of the 1950s...until his cover was blown by an incompetent colleague who wanted to defect to theUnited States. This is the full account of Abel's espionage work, his dramatic apprehension, his eventual conviction and its affirmation by the United States Supreme Court, and finally, his surprising release back to Russia"-- Provided by publisher
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- 2020
River Master
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Experience John Wesley Powell's now-famous expedition through the Grand Canyon
- 2019
Spies on Trial
- 232 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Spies on Trial describes a number of historical, law changing judicial cases, well-publicized criminal trials of those accused of treason against the United States, as well as lawsuits concerning other unusual matters, such as the governmental restrictions on bugging and other surveillance devices that cannot be sold to the general public.
- 2019
The Law and Liability of Small Aircraft
- 174 pages
- 7 hours of reading
The Law and Liability of Small Aircraft contains a compelling representation of judicial decisions that present the typical dilemmas of the courts in this area of law.
- 2018
Business Bribes
- 159 pages
- 6 hours of reading
This book is filled with fascinating judicial decisions where the underlying factual situations were absolutely ripe for the introduction of a business bribe.
- 2016
Sherlock Holmes for Lawyers
- 101 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Sherlock Holmes for Lawyers excerpts pieces from the various Sherlock Holmes novels and explains how they can be used in the practice of law.
- 2014
The Little Book of Elvis Law
- 141 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Elvis Presley was a true icon of 20th century American culture, and from the beginning he entered into license agreements to use his name and likeness in connection with the marketing and sale of countless consumer goods. This book delves into the legal side of Elvis.
- 2011
Through the sheer volume of litigation facing the courts, complete, concise and well-reasoned arguments are demanded of lawyers. Both trial and appellate benches are more dependent than ever on well-prepared written arguments of counsel, particularly because many decisions occur without any oral argument.
- 2005
Seeing Through the Eye: Malcolm Muggeridge on Faith
- 375 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Mr. Muggeridge's conversion stands out in a time when many were moving away from traditional beliefs. A prominent figure in journalism and television, he gained recognition for his critical insights, particularly through his work "Winter in Moscow," which offered a piercing critique of Communism. His intellectual depth and historical knowledge lent significant weight to his commentary. In America, he was known as the book editor for Esquire magazine, celebrated for his sharp wit and engaging style, making him a distinctive voice in the literary landscape.