John Ford's tragedy, first printed in 1633, is the first major English play to take as its theme a subject still rarely handled: fulfilled incest between brother and sister. It is one of the most studied and performed of all plays of the period, and has been successfully adapted for film and radio. [...]
The concept of democracy has become tarnished in recent years, as governments become disconnected from voters and pursue unpopular policies. And yet the ideal of democracy continues to inspire movements around the world, such as the Arab Spring. Brian Roper refreshes our understanding of democracy [...]
Describes the risk management methodology as a specific process, a theory, or a procedure for determining your assets, vulnerabilities, and threats and how security professionals can protect them. This book addresses a systematic approach to logical decision-making about the allocation of scarce sec[...]
Addresses the theories of sound security training and awareness, and then shows the reader how to put the theories into practice when developing or presenting any form of security education, training, motivation or awareness. This book shows how to establish and integrate a structured, internally co[...]
Hugh Trevor-Roper's life is a rich subject for a biography - with elements of Greek tragedy, comedy and moments of high farce. Clever, witty and sophisticated, Trevor-Roper was the most brilliant historian of his generation. Until his downfall, he seemed to have everything: wealth and connections, a[...]
This is an authoritative history of the American Presidency, shown in more than 460 photographs and illustrations. It is an analysis of the politicians, statesmen and private individuals, and their lasting legacies that have helped shape the course of history. It is an insightful guide to the role o[...]
'A "how to do it" manual for ethnography in nursing settings, appropriate for master's thesis work and possibly first doctoral research. It is complete and detailed enough for upper division nursing students who want to participate in research' - Juliene G Lipson, University of California, San Fran[...]
The author of the immortal Lolita and Pale Fire, born to an eminent Russian family, conjures the apotheosis of the high modernist artist: cultured, refined--as European as they come. But Vladimir Nabokov, who came to America fleeing the Nazis, came to think of his time here as the richest of his lif[...]
For centuries humankind has had a sublime relationship with hallucinogenic mushrooms. Summed up by the reverent name given by the Aztecs, teonanactl (or 'flesh of the Gods'), they have played a mysterious role in human experience, thanks to their psychoactive chemicals that shift and modify the huma[...]
Offers readers the tools and guidance they need to wipe out inefficiency and create a productive facility that integrates people, place, and process. This book includes information on sustainability and post 9/11 security concerns. It is suitable for facility managers.[...]
Facility management is a multidisciplinary function requiring a deep knowledge of the entire business and physical planning cycle, including the buildings, infrastructure, and people. Technology systems, disaster recovery planning, zoning compliance, furnishings, recycling programs, grounds maintena[...]
An exhilarating faith life is a tricky business. But ask anyone who's sought after it--from the founders and members of Scum of the Earth Church in Denver to the apostle Paul, from whose letters the church took its name--and they'll tell you it's worth it. In Pure Scum Mike Sares, pastor of Scum of [...]
Designed for paralegal courses that cover day-to-day law office management topics, this text focuses on topics such as client relations and communication skills; legal fees, timekeeping, and billing; client trust funds and law office accounting; calendaring, docket control, and case management; lega[...]
Provides information regarding the use of technology by paralegals in various types of legal organizations. This work includes basic computer concepts, including hardware and major software programs such as Word and Excel, and also covers topics including, electronic discovery, Internet legal/factua[...]
'Brilliantly written and researched, The Last Days of Hitler remains the most vivid account of the final Wagnerian chapter of Hitler's tyranny' Max Hastings In September 1945 the fate of Adolf Hitler was a complete mystery. He had simply disappeared, and had been missing for four months. Hugh Trevor[...]
On the whole, David Roper would rather be fly-fishing. Fortunately for you, he exchanges his fishing tackle for pen and paper to write with uncommon depth, clarity, and relevance. In "Growing Slowly Wise, " Roper masterfully lures you to go beneath the surface of the book of James and catch all its [...]
Once again David Roper, author of "Every Day Is a New Shade of Blue" and "Growing Slowly Wise," brings us face-to-face with the good and bad, the wonders and wounds of the men and women of Scripture. Once shaped by their Creator, everyday people accomplished extraordinary things for God's kingdom he[...]