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An inside story of asbestos, death, and the fight for justice by thousands of South Africans against a multinational mining corporation intent on denying responsibility.For nearly 90 years, a British company called Cape used local labor to mine and mill asbestos in South Africa. Men, women, and children--some as young as seven--worked every day in clouds of asbestos dust that they carried home to their families, caked onto their skin, hair, and clothes. The appalling levels of disease and death in these communities caused by asbestos exposure were heartbreaking. In 1995, Richard Meeran, a young, English lawyer with African roots, embarked on a David and Goliath battle against the company and its top-tier legal team to hold them accountable. David Kinley's In a Rain of Dust tells the harrowing story of this international legal drama. Facing deep-pocketed opponents and a century of established legal precedent, Meeran's case before the UK courts seemed hopeless. But after nine years of painstaking investigation, agonizing setbacks, vaudevillian escapades, and unlikely champions, Meeran prevailed. Drawing on dozens of interviews with key players and countless hours poring over thousands of documents across three continents, Kinley reveals an epic tale of triumph and justice against all odds. He also highlights the profound political implications that victims faced in the newly post-Apartheid South Africa, where the case was widely seen as a test of racial as well as economic redemption.Asbestos mining in South Africa left a legacy of callous neglect, suffering, and corporate coverups. Working conditions in South Africa's asbestos mines and mills--described as a never-ending "rain of dust"--persisted for two decades after they had been outlawed in the UK and the United States. Meeran's case against Cape represented a turning point in making corporations pay for their human rights abuses overseas, and its impact helped launch the global corporate social responsibility movement that continues today.
Preliminary Economic Studies of the War: Direct and Indirect Costs of the Great World War (1920) by David Kinley is a comprehensive analysis of the economic impact of World War I. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the direct and indirect costs of the war, including the financial burden on the participating countries, the impact on international trade, and the effects on the global economy.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the economic impact of the war, including the costs of mobilization, the financing of the war, and the impact on the labor market. The second part focuses on the economic impact of the war on specific countries, including the United States, Great Britain, Germany, France, and Russia. The third part examines the impact of the war on international trade and the global economy.Kinley's analysis is based on extensive research and includes detailed data and statistics. The book provides a comprehensive understanding of the economic impact of World War I and its lasting effects on the global economy. It is a valuable resource for historians, economists, and anyone interested in the economic history of the 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Money: A Study Of The Theory Of The Medium Of Exchange is a book written by David Kinley and first published in 1904. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the concept of money, its history, and its role in the economy. Kinley explores the various theories of money, including the commodity theory, the credit theory, and the fiat theory, and examines their strengths and weaknesses.The book also delves into the functions of money, such as its use as a medium of exchange, a unit of account, and a store of value. Kinley discusses the importance of money in facilitating trade and commerce, and how it affects economic growth and stability.Furthermore, the book examines the evolution of money from barter to the modern monetary system, and the role of central banks in regulating the money supply. Kinley also explores the international aspects of money, including exchange rates, gold standards, and the balance of payments.Overall, Money: A Study Of The Theory Of The Medium Of Exchange is a seminal work in the field of economics that provides a comprehensive understanding of the nature and functions of money. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and theory of money, as well as its impact on the economy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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