The book "International Project Finance in a Nutshell" gives a simple overview of the legal and financial aspects involved in project finance transactions. It covers topics like project preparation, funding sources, and dispute resolution. The Second Edition includes new chapters on public-private partnerships, infrastructure, and the oil and gas sector, as well as updates on the impact of the 2008 financial crisis. The book provides checklists for risk analysis, due diligence, and evaluation of finance sources.