Jon P. Alston Livres

An epic middle grade supernatural adventure series, soon to be a major movie starring Marsai Martin. Perfect for readers aged 8+ and fans of Percy Jackson, Nevermoor and Men in Black.

The book provides a critical examination of scientific creationism and intelligent design, highlighting the inconsistencies in their arguments against evolution. Alston analyzes how creationists dismiss evolutionary evidence while embracing non-scientific claims that conflict with established science, including the belief in a literal six-day creation. This exploration reveals the underlying contradictions in anti-evolutionary perspectives and challenges the validity of their assertions within the scientific framework.

A Practical Guide to French Business is the only book that combines in-depth description of French culture and national character with an analysis of how the French conduct business, and how to adjust to being in France. The authors focus on the values in french culture that influence business-related behavior so that non-French businesspersons can take advantage of French biases and customs. The result of extensive research and experience with the French business community and French society, this book offers a unique synthesis that sheds new light on the practical aspects of French business practices. A Practical guide to French Business provides insight on French business customs and shows how to deal with the French during the workday and social events. This book combines general guidelines with specific advice. The work provides the most comprehensive guide for those seeking to overcome the problems that France and French business practices may initially pose.

Japanese Business Culture and Practices presents detailed insights and descriptions on the proper ways to conduct business with contemporary Japanese. It focuses on the traditional and nontraditional business-related practices, including the internal mechanisms of promotion and decision-making in Japanese corporations. From advice on how to avoid cultural misunderstandings and how to develop trust with Japanese colleagues, readers will gain insights on how to communicate, negotiate, entertain, and socialize with Japanese as well as the minutiae of correct behavior. Using linguistic examples to facilitate how Japanese themselves view their work environment, authors Isao Takei and Jon P. Alston describe the social etiquette and protocols Japanese expect all foreigners to adopt in order to successfully conduct business. With a glossary of terms and practical real-life experiences, this is an essential guide for anyone who wants to forge deeper business relationships with Japanese.

The book explores how certain aspects of Southern culture hindered success in the Civil War, particularly during the secession. It highlights the preoccupation of Southern leaders, such as Robert E. Lee and Jeb Stuart, with personal ambition and honor over strategic military cooperation. The narrative suggests that these traits led to critical failures, including the loss at Gettysburg and the inability to protect key cities like New Orleans and Vicksburg. This analysis provides insight into the complexities of leadership and decision-making during the conflict.

After finding her brother and saving the entire supernatural world, Amari Peters was convinced that her first summer as a junior agent would go smoothly. But due to the strict anti-magic program of the formidable new chief minister, the fierce rivalry of junior agents and the curse of her brother Quinton, which is constantly increasing, Amara's troubles are at least relieved. Therefore, when the secret League of Wizards offers her a chance to become the new leader and speak out in defense of wizards, the girl refuses. Indeed, there are already enough worries! However, her refusal allows someone else to step forward, a wizard with dangerous plans for the League. This challenge begins the Great Game, a contest that will decide who will succeed the Night Brothers and determine the future of the wizarding race. The Great Game is both mysterious and deadly, but among the magical prizes for the winner is one last chance to save Quinton - can Amari ignore him?