In mid-fourteenth century Yorkshire, the plague wipes out half the inhabitants of a remote village. Left behind, a twelve-year-old shepherd boy survives a brutal winter and keeps his flock alive. In the years that follow, he struggles to reconnect with life. He tells his story in a sequence of eighty- four sonnets.
For many Americans, President Gerald Ford was the genial accident of history who controversially pardoned his Watergate-tarnished predecessor, presided over the fall of Saigon, and became a punching bag on Saturday Night Live. Yet as Richard Norton Smith reveals in a book full of surprises, Ford was an underrated leader whose tough decisions and personal decency look better with the passage of time. Drawing on hundreds of interviews and thousands of documents, Smith recreates Ford's hardscrabble childhood in Michigan, his early anti-establishment politics and lifelong love affair with the former Betty Bloomer, whose impact on American culture he predicted would outrank his own. As president, Ford guided the nation through its worst Constitutional crisis since the Civil War and broke the back of the most severe economic downturn since the Great Depression--accomplishing both with little fanfare or credit (at least until 2001 when the JFK Library gave him its prestigious Profile in Courage Award in belated recognition of the Nixon pardon). Less coda than curtain raiser, Ford's administration bridged the Republican pragmatism of Eisenhower and Nixon and the more doctrinaire conservatism of Ronald Reagan. His introduction of economic deregulation would transform the American economy, while his embrace of the Helsinki Accords hastened the collapse of the Soviet Union. Illustrated with sixteen pages of black-and-white photos, this definitive biography, a decade in the making, will change history's views of a man whose warning about presidential arrogance ("God help the country") is more relevant than ever
The organization Responding to Conflict (RSC) has developed a range of practical tools - processes, ideas, techniques - for tackling conflict. This source book draws on examples from around the world, including Cambodia, Afghanistan, South Africa, Kenya, Northern Ireland and Colombia. schovat popis
This book addresses the common issues of unproductive virtual meetings, offering insights on how organizations can reclaim valuable time. It delves into strategies for enhancing focus, engagement, and productivity in online gatherings. By examining the pitfalls of ineffective meetings, the author provides practical solutions and tips to transform virtual interactions into meaningful and efficient collaborations, ultimately leading to better outcomes for teams and organizations.
The author argues that capitalism cannot resolve the ongoing ecological crisis, advocating instead for a transition to a planned, predominantly public economy. This new system would prioritize production based on need, democratic governance, and socio-economic equality. It emphasizes the necessity of contraction and convergence between the global North and South to achieve a sustainable future.
The collection features 26 papers celebrating John Wacher, focusing on the towns of Roman Britain and western Europe. Covering a diverse range of topics—from urban art to waste management—these contributions enhance Wacher's influential works on Roman towns. Each paper delves into specific locations, such as Ancyra and Wroxeter, offering insights into the urban landscape and cultural practices of the time. This compilation serves as a tribute to Wacher's lasting impact on the study of Roman urbanism.
Highlighting the philosophical underpinnings of educational research, the book contends that effective inquiry transcends traditional research methods. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying principles and concepts that shape educational practices, suggesting that a philosophical approach can lead to deeper insights and more meaningful outcomes in the field of education.
"The best book about America's first modern secret service."--Washington Post Book World The OSS was founded by FDR during World War II and was the precursor to the CIA. Truly priceless anecdotes and colorful personalities abound, including the first head of the office, William ("Wild Bill") Donovan. Written by former CIA-man Richard Harris Smith,