Jim Walker Livres

Leadership and teamwork are the critical components in today's project-driven world. Drawing on materials from ancient history and modern day heroes, this collection of quotes provides a provocative and refreshing view of what it takes to forge and lead a winning team. Ready, Aim, Inspire!Leadership is solving problems. The day soldiers stop bringing you their problems is the day you have stopped leading them. They have either lost confidence that you can help or concluded you do not care. Either case is a failure of leadership. Colin Powell Some men give up their designs when they have almost reached the goal; While others, on the contrary, obtain a victory by exerting, at the last moment, more vigorous efforts than ever before. Herodotus

Need to get moving, get motivated, or just get out of bed? This collection of classic quotes and modern zingers is sure to put a whole lot of Spin and Zip in your step. In skating over thin ice our safety is in our speed. - Ralph Waldo Emerson Never confuse motion with action. - Benjamin Franklin Every beetle is a gazelle in the eyes of its mother. - Moorish Proverb Just don't give up trying to do what you really want to do... where's there's love and inspiration I don't think you can go wrong. - Ella Fitzgerald

The Pacific Electric Railway, established in 1901 and operational until 1965, was a key player in connecting Southern California communities around Los Angeles through interurban rail lines. Prominently associated with Henry Edwards Huntington, the railway expanded under his ownership before being sold to Southern Pacific Railroad in 1910. This led to the "Great Merger," which integrated numerous electric lines in the region into a revitalized Pacific Electric. Renowned as the "World's Great Interurban," it played a significant role in the area's transportation history.

Focusing on the evolution of local rail transit in Los Angeles, the book highlights the "Yellow Cars," which served as essential neighborhood lines in the early to mid-20th century. It details the integration of various transit systems into the Pacific Electric Railway, orchestrated by rail magnate Henry Edwards Huntington. The narrative captures a transformative era, illustrated through evocative photographs that depict the impact of societal changes, economic fluctuations, and the eventual transition from streetcars to bus services.

The book delves into the rich and diverse history of Donald Keene's family, tracing ancestry back to at least two lines that arrived on the Mayflower. It highlights the family's significant involvement in pivotal historical events, including the American Revolution, the Civil War, and World War II, with Don's service in the Vietnam conflict. Years of research reveal compelling stories and origins that emphasize the importance of understanding one's roots and the experiences that shape identity beyond mere names and dates.

The collection features three distinct narratives: a surreal dream that explores the subconscious, a gripping detective story filled with suspense and intrigue, and a poignant bulletin detailing the search for a missing person. Each story offers a unique perspective and engages readers with its varied themes and storytelling styles.

The collection features over 200 historical photographs and illustrations that capture the essence of Berwick-upon-Tweed. It showcases various aspects of the town's past, including long-gone buildings and shops, the shipping industry, and the area's military history, offering a vivid glimpse into its rich heritage.

The narrative unfolds through the recollections of three family members, capturing their experiences of growing up in the American Midwest during the early to mid-1900s. Their intertwined stories reveal the challenges and joys of life in a bygone era, offering a vivid glimpse into the cultural and social landscape of the time. Through personal anecdotes, the book explores themes of family, resilience, and the passage of time, painting a rich portrait of a region and its people.