Graham Harris Livres

In his book entitled Against The Grain, Graham Harris, describes how one day, dissatisfied with his lot as a factory print worker, he decided to change his life. Working from his garage in his free time, he invented and developed the Tri-Creaser – a device that has revolutionised the print industry. With honesty and self-deprecating humour, Harris recounts the many ups and downs of his journey to owning a multi-million pound, multi-national company – where his devices are now estimated to have saved his customers over 8 billion pounds during the last ten years. Not only does Against the Grain chart Harris’ inspiring story, but it also offers hope for aspiring innovators by spelling out, in simple terms, both the attitudes and the practical steps required to conceive an invention, manufacture it – and then take it to market.

The book delves into the challenges of achieving sustainability amid complex ecological, social, and economic systems. It highlights the implications of significant global environmental changes, such as climate change and biodiversity loss, while introducing complex systems science as a framework for understanding these issues. Graham Harris proposes emerging tools for managing complexity, fostering regional dialogues on knowledge and values. This work is particularly relevant for ecologists, sociologists, economists, and natural resource managers involved in environmental governance.

Focusing on the importance of leadership in healthcare, this groundbreaking book emphasizes the crucial role paramedics play in delivering quality care. It introduces the NHS Leadership Academy and various frameworks designed to enhance leadership skills among paramedics. Structured in two parts, the text examines contemporary leadership contexts and specific leadership skills necessary for paramedics in their daily practice. It features chapters dedicated to various aspects of leadership, providing practical insights and guidance for paramedics seeking to develop their leadership abilities.

Exploring ecological theory, this comprehensive work delves into the historical perspectives of community structure, contrasting equilibrium and non-equilibrium theories. It examines the physical and chemical environments affecting phytoplankton, including nutrient cycling and the Redfield ratio. The text discusses various scales of productivity, seasonal patterns, and the biological responses to environmental variability. Additionally, it addresses community dynamics in turbulent waters and the implications of nutrient loadings on ecological health, supported by empirical observations and case studies.

A rigorous exploration of the scientific background to the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, ranging from the geological processes underlying the catastrophe to the ancient economics of the Dead Sea region.