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Peter Franklin

    Beauty for Ashes
    Twisted Tales from Hamburg and Other Stories
    The Answer to Nearly Everything
    The Life of Mahler
    Managing, performing, living : effective management for a new era
    The Mindful International Manager
    • The Mindful International Manager tackles the management situations that international managers have to handle every day. Accessible and jargon-free it explains how to clarify local vs. international roles, support and develop a team, organize and coordinate boundaries of time and distance, and win commitment toward common goals. The authors, both interculturalists, include exercises and best practice advice and the experiences and insights of practising international managers. They combine their practical approach with great depth of insight into the challenges of working and managing internationally and include the results of new research findings and cutting-edge case studies on topics such as leadership, global nomads, virtual teams, coaching and mentoring across cultures and decision-making.

      The Mindful International Manager
    • Whatever Fredmund Malik writes, carries weight. This book provides everything you need to know about effective management and day-to-day executive life - in terms that are concrete, practical and productive. The author answers the question of how executives can operate effectively and successfully and accomplish their organizational objectives. Now a classic among economics texts, this book contains the essential know-how for managers in both profit and not-for-profit sectors.

      Managing, performing, living : effective management for a new era
    • The Life of Mahler

      • 240pages
      • 9 heures de lecture
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      The biography delves into the complex life of Gustav Mahler, portraying him as both a sensitive artist and a demanding figure in his personal and professional relationships. It explores his controversial symphonies and the criticism he faced during his career, revealing the dichotomy between his public persona and private struggles. Through Peter Franklin's insightful narrative, readers gain a deeper understanding of Mahler's character as a conductor and husband, supported by 21 photographs that enhance the exploration of his life and legacy.

      The Life of Mahler
    • The Answer to Nearly Everything

      • 328pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      The book explores the ancient Egyptian account of Atlantis, highlighting its significance as a larger entity than its neighboring lands. It critiques the tendency to overlook this account in favor of popular theories, emphasizing the importance of gathering all relevant facts for a clearer understanding of truth. By examining the interplay between experience, belief, and various disciplines—science, philosophy, and theology—the author advocates for a harmonious approach to uncovering a universal truth, challenging readers to rethink their perspectives on historical and contemporary knowledge.

      The Answer to Nearly Everything
    • Exploring the complexities of human experiences, this collection delves into themes of addiction, loveless marriages, and the struggle for clarity amidst chaos. Characters navigate their personal battles against both internal demons and external pressures, reflecting the often harsh realities of modern life. From the gritty streets of Hamburg to the sunny escapes of Thailand, their journeys highlight the difficulty of making the right choices. Part 1 sets the stage for deeper explorations into their lives, hinting at ongoing struggles and developments.

      Twisted Tales from Hamburg and Other Stories
    • Beauty for Ashes

      • 148pages
      • 6 heures de lecture

      The book critiques humanist philosophy, arguing that it leads to moral relativism where good and evil are subjective opinions. It suggests that this perspective undermines accountability, as individuals, including children and criminals, are viewed as entitled to their beliefs without facing punishment. Consequently, it posits that positive human qualities are diminished, allowing harmful behavior to thrive and disrupting societal peace. The exploration raises questions about morality, responsibility, and the consequences of a belief system that prioritizes individual entitlement over communal ethics.

      Beauty for Ashes
    • Pitfalls of Power

      • 288pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      From humble beginnings in Cornwall, Percy Penislow barely makes it to Number 10. With enemiesaplenty and a mistaken sexual and social identity, Percy embarks on a perilous journey, but will hesurvive it?

      Pitfalls of Power
    • Seeing Through Music

      • 208pages
      • 8 heures de lecture

      This book levels the critical playing field between film music and serious music, reflecting upon gender-related ideas about music and modernism as much as about film. Author Peter Franklin broaches the possibility of a history of twentieth-century music that would include, rather than marginalize, film music.

      Seeing Through Music
    • By taking an interdisciplinary approach, this book explores the process of managing relations across cultures. With research-based examples and student friendly features, it provides a groundbreaking analytic framework for understanding intercultural relations, and offers important new insights for researchers, students and practitioners.

      Intercultural Politeness