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Tuttle Publishing A Brief History of Indonesia
Book SynopsisTrade Review"The subtitle says it all: 'Sultans, Spices, and Tsunamis: The Incredible Story of Southeast Asia's Largest Nation.' Indonesia expert Hannigan offers a highly readable and entertaining narrative that highlights the many personalities who have shaped the nation -- and our perception of it. English pirates, Indian mystics, Chinese pilgrims, American surfers, Dutch spice barons join a cavalcade of Javanese royals, Balinese dancers and more." --Lonely Planet"…[Tim Hannigan's] books are charmingly free of pre-conceived notions of specialization. They entertain readers while offering sharp insights into Asian history." --PopMatters Magazine"Tim Hannigan presents Indonesia as a place of high drama, with a past marked by European trade battles, explorers like Magellan and Christopher Columbus, and waves of immigrants. He guides the reader through the reign of Sukarno (1945-1967) and others of lesser, but no less corruptible, reputation, to settle with guarded optimism with the current president, Joko Widodo, popularly known as Jokowi." --Foreword Magazine
£13.49
Marvel Comics SpiderMan Clone Saga Omnibus Vol. 1 New Printing
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Marvel Comics XForce by Benjamin Percy Vol. 7
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£13.49
Stanford University Press The Zohar
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£59.50
Marvel Comics Avengers by Jonathan Hickman The Complete
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£34.39
Random House Publishing Group The Collected Short Stories of Louis LAmour
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£999.99
Pearson Education Limited Pearson REVISE Edexcel GCSE Mathematics
Book SynopsisOur Revision Workbooks help students develop vital skills throughout their course in preparation for the exam.
£9.75
Random House USA Inc Force Recon Command
Book SynopsisTHE A SHAU VALLEYWHERE THE NVA WAS KING . . . In order to prevent surprise attacks on U.S. forces as they were pulling out of Vietnam, someone had to be able to pinpoint the NVA's movements. That dangerous job was the assignment of then-major Alex Lee and the Marines of the 3rd Force Reconnaissance Company when he assumed command in late 1969. They became the tip of the spear for Lt. Gen. Herman Nickerson's III MAF. And each time one of Lee's small, well-motivated, well-led, and wildly outnumbered teams was airlifted into the field, the men never knew if the day would end violently.But whether tracking NVA movements, recovering downed air crews, or making bomb-damage assessments after B-52 strikes, Major Lee's Few Good Men never forgot who they were: Each of them was in Vietnam to live like a Marine, win like a Marine, and, if need be, die like a Marine.Forthright and unabashed, Lieutenant Colonel Lee leaves no controversy untouched and no awe-inspiring tale untold in this
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McGraw-Hill Education Lange Review Ultrasonography Examination Fifth
Book SynopsisTrust the #1 selling ultrasonography study guideâ1,000+ images, 3,000 review questions/answers, content from leading experts in the fieldLange Review Ultrasonography Examination has long been the go-to guide for anyone seeking certification or recertification in ultrasonography. This unbeatable study aid summarizes the entire ultrasonography curriculum in concise, readable narrative, helping you understand and retain key concepts. Covering the latest ultrasonography technologies and techniques, this new edition brings you fully up to date on the topics you need to know mostâand it includes all-new chapters on 3D sonography in obstetrics and gynecology, musculoskeletal ultrasound, and breast sonography.With its authoritative and engaging coverage combined with thousands of sample questions and detailed answers that reinforce learning, Lange Review Ultrasonography Examination provides the fully rounded learning experience you need to
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St Martin's Press The Revenge of Power
Book SynopsisNamed one of the New Yorker''s Best Books of 2022An authoritative and intelligent portrait of the global spread of authoritarianism and its dangers...what sets [this] work apart from books like Timothy Snyder's On Tyranny and Michiko Kakutani's The Death of Truth is its unusually comprehensive armada of facts about the international drift over the past two decades toward authoritarian leaders, whether old-style dictators like Kim Jong Un or nominally elected presidents like Vladimir Putin. KirkusAn urgent, thrilling, and original look at the future of democracy that illuminates one of the most important battles of our time: the future of freedom and how to contain and defeat the autocrats mushrooming around the world.In his bestselling book The End of Power, Moisés Naím examined power-diluting forces. In The Revenge of Power, Naím turns to the trends, conditions, technologies and behaviors tha
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St Martin's Press The New York Times Classic Crossword Puzzles
Book SynopsisThe New York Times Crosswords: Everyone's favorite puzzlesWith 100 easy-to-hard puzzles in a sleek, striking design, the Cranberry and Gold edition of The New York Times Classic Crossword Puzzles is the perfect gift or keepsake for any crossword lover. Its sturdy, journal-style packaging with a ribbon marker and removable jacket makes it simple to solve in style wherever you go.Features:- High-quality paper allows you to solve with pen or pencil.- Cloth ribbon marker helps you keep your place so you can easily return to the puzzle you're working on.- Removable cover band leaves a discreet and sophisticated hardcover book.- All puzzles originally printed in The New York Times and edited by Will Shortz, the top two names in crosswords.
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Baker Publishing Group These Are the Days of Elijah How God Uses
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St. Martin's Publishing Group Mythographic Color and Discover Enchanted Castles
Book SynopsisA world of enchanted castles to color - including hidden objects to find!
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St. Martin's Griffin Mastering Modern Calligraphy Beyond the Basics
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Holt McDougal How to Stay in Love
Book SynopsisHard-hitting divorce lawyer James J. Sexton shares his insights and wisdom to help you reverse-engineer a healthy, fulfilling romantic relationship with How to Stay in Love.With two decades on the front lines of divorce Sexton has seen what makes formerly happy couples fall out of love and lose the plot of the story they were writing together. Now he reveals all of the what-not-to-dos for couples who want to buildand consistently work to preservea lasting, loving relationship. Sexton tells the unvarnished truth about love and marriage, diving straight into the most common issues that often arise from simple communication problems and relationships that develop by default instead of design. Though he deals constantly with the heartbreak of others, he still believes in romance and the transformative power of love. This book is his opportunity to use what he has learned from the mistakes of his clients to help individuals and couples find and preserve last
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Palgrave USA Primates The Fearless Science of Jane Goodall
Book SynopsisJim Ottaviani returns with an action-packed account of the three greatest primatologists of the last century. Tackling Goodall, Fossey, and Galdikas in turn, and covering the highlights of their respective careers, Primates is an informative look at primatology and at the lives of three of the most remarkable women scientists of the 20th century.
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BPP Learning Media AAT Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Practical Radiotherapy Planning
Book SynopsisGood and effective treatment in radiotherapy requires careful consideration of the complex variables involved as well as critical assessment of the techniques. This new edition of an established classic takes into account advances in imaging and treatment delivery and reflects the current state of the art in the practice of radiotherapy, emphasizing the underlying principles of treatment that can be applied for conventional, conformal, and novel treatments.Table of ContentsPreface.1. What you need to know before planning radiotherapy treatment. 2. Principles of radiotherapy planning. 3. Radiobiology and treatment planning. 4. Organs at risk and tolerance of normal tissues. 5. Principles of brachytherapy. 6. Emergency and palliative radiotherapy. 7. Skin. 8. Head and neck: general considerations. 9. Lip, ear, nose and treatment of the neck in skin cancer. 10. Oral cavity. 11. Oropharynx cancer and unknown primary tumours of the head and neck. 12. Hypopharynx. 13. Nasopharynx. 14. Larynx. 15. Salivary glands. 16. Sinuses: maxilla, ethmoid and nasal cavity tumours. 17. Orbit. 18. Central nervous system. 19. Thyroid and thymoma. 20. Lung. 21. Mesothelioma. 22. Breast. 23. Haematological malignancies. 24. Oesophagus and stomach. 25. Pancreas and liver. 26. Rectum. 27. Anus. 28. Prostate. 29. Bladder. 30. Testis. 31. Penis. 32. Cervix. 33. Uterus. 34. Vagina. 35. Vulva. 36. Sarcoma. 37. Paediatric tumours. 38. Radiotherapy for benign disease.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd The Visual Story
Book SynopsisThis updated edition of a best-selling classic shows you how to structure your visuals as carefully as a writer structures a story or composers structure their music. The Visual Story teaches you how to design and control the structure of your production using the basic visual components of space, line, shape, tone, color, movement, and rhythm. You can use these components to effectively convey moods and emotions, create a visual style, and utilize the important relationship between the visual and the story structures.Using over 700 color illustrations, author Bruce Block explains how understanding the connection between story and visual structures will guide you in the selection of camera angles, lenses, actor staging, composition, set design and locations, lighting, storyboard planning, camera coverage, and editing. The Visual Story is an ideal blend of theory and practice. The concepts and examples in this new edition will benefit students learning cinematic Trade Review 'Bruce Block masterfully deconstructs visual storytelling. Exposure to his material is essential for all students of cinema. This book will make you a better filmmaker.'American Film Institute'Bruce's class taught me a key lesson on how to approach filmmaking as a language. Once I understood visual storytelling through that lens, it fundamentally shifted the way I experienced and created films. It not only illuminated the elemental process of adapting words to images, but also guided me to a deeper awareness of how to construct a story.'Sam Esmail, creator, producer, writer and director of Mr. Robot and Homecoming'Bruce Block has a unique knowledge and understanding of the visual structure of film. The Visual Story is the only book of its kind. It will literally teach you to become a better storyteller through the use of visuals.'Nancy Meyers, producer, writer, director of Something’s Gotta Give, The Holiday, It’s Complicated, The Intern'Bruce Block is a legend and a dynamic human being who understands the visual story medium like no other. After taking his class during my time at USC’s School of Cinematic Arts Director’s program, I gained invaluable knowledge on how to clearly articulate my vision for my films, in my scripts and on set. Bruce’s techniques are 100% applicable to every scenario I’ve been in during physical production. From the climactic barn sequence in Burning Sands (which we had to shoot in less than four hours) to the scary visuals in The First Purge, I was able to draw on the techniques I learned from Bruce to create a unique vision for both films. By working in concert with my DP and my crew, I was able to get the shots I needed efficiently and effectively. I’m thankful to Bruce for helping me grow as a filmmaker and I recommend this book to any storyteller who wants to take their visual storytelling to the next level.'Gerard McMurray, director The First Purge; producer, writer, director Burning Sands'I spend much of my time in pre-production quoting Bruce Block to my cinematographers, production designers, costume designers and editors. In all my years in the business I’ve never found a clearer, more useful articulation of film grammar.'Jay Roach, producer, director of Bombshell, Trumbo, Meet the Fockers, Meet the Parents, The Austin Powers films'Bruce Block’s in-depth understanding of visual structure is inspirational to those working in animation. This reference source is invaluable and essential for any artist.'Walt Disney Television Animation'Bruce Block’s work gives the visual storyteller a framework for making story-driven decisions, not just visual choices. It gives the filmmaker tools to create harmony and counterpoint between the story structure and its visual realization on the screen.'Randy Nelson, founding Dean of Pixar University at Pixar Animation Studios'You hold in your hand a key to understanding the complex and ever changing world of modern cinema.'Charles Shyer, writer, director Alfie, Father of the Bride I and II, Baby Boom'No matter what kind of visual storyteller you are, whether a filmmaker, photographer, or graphic designer, Bruce Block explains how visual narrative works in a way that is clear and accessible. 'David Pagani, Creative Director-On Air, DIRECTV'Bruce Block is legendary in the field of broadcast design. His profound insight into the art of visual storytelling will forever change the way you work.'Dan Pappalardo, Executive Creative Director/Partner, Troika Design Group'I think every cinematographer-in-training should read this book. It will teach them how important collaboration with others in the crew is by having an overall concept of all that goes into the creation of the Visual Story.'Rexford Metz, ASC'His book is a sort of Elements of Style for filmmakers, and any screenwriter, director or cinematographer with a point of view will find a great deal of creative inspiration in The Visual Story's guide to the fundamentals of the craft. The Visual Story makes the very convincing argument that all of these media require precise, motivated visual designs in order to be effective - and that having a point to make or a story to tell is only half the battle.'American Cinematographer Magazine'In a great story - and in a great speech - there is ebb and flow, there is silence and there may be thunder. In a wonderful book about the power of the visual in storytelling by Bruce Block, the author uses these three basics of story - Exposition, Climax, Resolution - to show the link between visual structure and story structure.' Garr Reynolds, author Presentation Zen'Bruce Block masterfully deconstructs visual storytelling. Exposure to his material is essential for all students of cinema. This book will make you a better filmmaker.'American Film Institute'Bruce's class taught me a key lesson on how to approach filmmaking as a language. Once I understood visual storytelling through that lens, it fundamentally shifted the way I experienced and created films. It not only illuminated the elemental process of adapting words to images, but also guided me to a deeper awareness of how to construct a story.'Sam Esmail, creator, producer, writer and director of Mr. Robot and Homecoming'Bruce Block has a unique knowledge and understanding of the visual structure of film. The Visual Story is the only book of its kind. It will literally teach you to become a better storyteller through the use of visuals.'Nancy Meyers, producer, writer, director of Something’s Gotta Give, The Holiday, It’s Complicated, The Intern'Bruce Block is a legend and a dynamic human being who understands the visual story medium like no other. After taking his class during my time at USC’s School of Cinematic Arts Director’s program, I gained invaluable knowledge on how to clearly articulate my vision for my films, in my scripts and on set. Bruce’s techniques are 100% applicable to every scenario I’ve been in during physical production. From the climactic barn sequence in Burning Sands (which we had to shoot in less than four hours) to the scary visuals in The First Purge, I was able to draw on the techniques I learned from Bruce to create a unique vision for both films. By working in concert with my DP and my crew, I was able to get the shots I needed efficiently and effectively. I’m thankful to Bruce for helping me grow as a filmmaker and I recommend this book to any storyteller who wants to take their visual storytelling to the next level.'Gerard McMurray, director The First Purge; producer, writer, director Burning Sands'I spend much of my time in pre-production quoting Bruce Block to my cinematographers, production designers, costume designers and editors. In all my years in the business I’ve never found a clearer, more useful articulation of film grammar.'Jay Roach, producer, director of Bombshell, Trumbo, Meet the Fockers, Meet the Parents, The Austin Powers films'Bruce Block’s in-depth understanding of visual structure is inspirational to those working in animation. This reference source is invaluable and essential for any artist.'Walt Disney Television Animation'Bruce Block’s work gives the visual storyteller a framework for making story-driven decisions, not just visual choices. It gives the filmmaker tools to create harmony and counterpoint between the story structure and its visual realization on the screen.'Randy Nelson, founding Dean of Pixar University at Pixar Animation Studios'You hold in your hand a key to understanding the complex and ever changing world of modern cinema.'Charles Shyer, writer, director Alfie, Father of the Bride I and II, Baby Boom'No matter what kind of visual storyteller you are, whether a filmmaker, photographer, or graphic designer, Bruce Block explains how visual narrative works in a way that is clear and accessible. 'David Pagani, Creative Director-On Air, DIRECTV'Bruce Block is legendary in the field of broadcast design. His profound insight into the art of visual storytelling will forever change the way you work.'Dan Pappalardo, Executive Creative Director/Partner, Troika Design Group'I think every cinematographer-in-training should read this book. It will teach them how important collaboration with others in the crew is by having an overall concept of all that goes into the creation of the Visual Story.'Rexford Metz, ASC'His book is a sort of Elements of Style for filmmakers, and any screenwriter, director or cinematographer with a point of view will find a great deal of creative inspiration in The Visual Story's guide to the fundamentals of the craft. The Visual Story makes the very convincing argument that all of these media require precise, motivated visual designs in order to be effective - and that having a point to make or a story to tell is only half the battle.'American Cinematographer Magazine'In a great story - and in a great speech - there is ebb and flow, there is silence and there may be thunder. In a wonderful book about the power of the visual in storytelling by Bruce Block, the author uses these three basics of story - Exposition, Climax, Resolution - to show the link between visual structure and story structure.' Garr Reynolds, author Presentation ZenTable of ContentsACKNOWLEDGEMENTS; INTRODUCTION; CHAPTER ONE - THE BASIC VISUAL COMPONENTS; CHAPTER TWO - CONTRAST & AFFINITY; CHAPTER THREE - SPACE: Part One, SPACE: Part Two; CHAPTER FOUR - LINE & SHAPE; CHAPTER FIVE - TONE ; CHAPTER SIX - COLOR; CHAPTER SEVEN - MOVEMENT; CHAPTER EIGHT - RHYTHM; CHAPTER NINE - STORY & VISUAL STRUCTURES; CHAPTER TEN - PRACTICE, NOT THEORY; APPENDIX; BIBLIOGRAPHY; ILLUSTRATION CREDITS; INDEX
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Thomas Nelson Publishers NKJV Thinline Bible Youth Edition Leathersoft
Book SynopsisThe NKJV Thinline Youth Edition Bible is ideal for students to take God’s Word with them anywhere. The NKJV Thinline Bible Youth Edition, featuring the trusted New King James Version, is lightweight and convenient—ideal for students on the go. Striking the perfect balance between portability and readability, this Bible fits easily into purses and backpacks, and it comes with features that will enhance your reading experience: the elegant and readable Thomas Nelson NKJV font, two ribbon markers, and the words of Christ in red.This Bible is an ideal option to have a name personally engraved.Features include: Getting to Know God clearly explains the Gospel and how this impacts a person’s relationship with God A Visual Survey of the Bible provides an easy-to-understand overview of the Bible Words of Christ in
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Thomas Nelson Publishers NKJV Thinline Bible Youth Edition Leathersoft
Book SynopsisThe NKJV Thinline Youth Edition Bible is ideal for students to take God’s Word with them anywhere.The NKJV Thinline Bible Youth Edition, featuring the trusted New King James Version, is lightweight and convenient—ideal for students on the go. Striking the perfect balance between portability and readability, this Bible fits easily into purses and backpacks, and it comes with features that will enhance your reading experience: the elegant and readable Thomas Nelson NKJV font, two ribbon markers, and the words of Christ in red.This Bible is an ideal option to have a name personally engraved.Features include: Getting to Know God clearly explains the Gospel and how this impacts a person’s relationship with God A Visual Survey of the Bible provides an easy-to-understand overview of the Bible Words of Christ in red
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Fish Cant See Water
Book SynopsisHow national culture impacts organizational culture and business success Using extensive case studies of successful global corporations, this book explores the impact of national culture on the corporate strategy and its execution, and through this ultimately business success or failure.Trade ReviewThis is a thought-provoking read for anyone working across cultures. (The CA, August 2013) "With case studies from Asia, Europe and the US, the book offers a thorough insight into how even the smallest of cultural traits can affect businesses immensely. (GulfBusiness.com, September 2013) The book offers a readable tour through organisational culture (Professional Manager, September 2013) in focusing on culture they are clearly onto something important Fish Can t See Water is full of interesting insights into modern business. (The Economist, October 2013) The real challenge this book provides is that companies need to recognise that cultural change does not happen simply by chance or desire, but requires real management focus throughout the organisation. The opportunity that awaits those organisations that achieve this is extraordinary and creates long-term sustainable businesses. (Financial Advisor, April 2014)Table of ContentsPreface xiii Acknowledgements xv Introduction 1 What is “culture”? 4 The water that we couldn’t see when analyzing culture 6 The long-term view: corporate lifecycles and corporate culture 9 The innovation phase 10 The geographic expansion 10 Product-line expansion 11 Efficiency and scale focus 11 Consolidation 12 Interruptions of the lifecycle – when the crisis hit 13 “Global” companies 15 Summary 17 A brief chapter overview 19 Part I Developing the Cultural Dynamic Model® 23 1 Corporate Culture, Strategy and Business Results 25 What is corporate culture? 26 The three levels of culture 26 How leaders embed their values, beliefs and assumptions early on 28 Reinforced by the daily work practices in the mature organization 28 The six dimensions of corporate culture 29 Corporate culture and strategy: the cultural dynamic model® 30 Results come from work that gets done: “the work practices” 31 Work practices influenced by . . . 31 The water people don’t see: the national influencers 41 The three levels of culture 44 The time lag of culture and cultural agility as a competitive advantage 45 Chapter summary 47 2 The Lewis Model – Setting the Scene 49 Linear-active cultures 57 Multi-active cultures 58 Reactive cultures 60 Getting things done 64 3 Nation-State Traits and how they affect Corporate Cultures in Seven Countries 69 The United States 70 Key nation-state traits 70 Historical background 70 Expression of nation-state traits within corporate culture 71 Potential advantages/disadvantages of US nation-state traits 73 Summary 76 Sweden 77 Key nation-state traits 77 Historical background 77 Expression of nation-state traits within corporate culture 78 Potential advantages/disadvantages of Swedish national traits 79 Summary 80 France 80 Key nation-state traits 80 Historical background 81 Expression of nation-state traits within corporate culture 81 Potential advantages/disadvantages of French national traits 82 Summary 83 Japan 84 Key nation-state traits 84 Historical background 84 Expression of nation-state traits within corporate culture 85 Potential advantages/disadvantages of Japanese national traits 86 Summary 90 Italy 90 Key nation-state traits 90 Historical background 90 Expression of nation-state traits within corporate culture 91 Potential advantages/disadvantages of Italian national traits 94 Summary 94 Germany 95 Key nation-state traits 95 Historical background 95 Expression of nation-state traits within corporate culture 95 Potential advantages/disadvantages of German national traits 96 Summary 98 Great Britain 98 Key nation-state traits 98 Historical background 98 Expression of nation-state traits within corporate culture 99 Potential advantages/disadvantages of British national traits 100 Summary 102 4 The Cultural Dynamic Model® and the Austin Motors Case 105 Introduction 105 The static cultural dynamic model® – bringing it all together 106 The embedded values and beliefs from the business realities and the national culture 106 Work practices 108 Organizational structure and hierarchy (formal and informal) 108 Decision-making processes 110 Organizational skills and capabilities 110 Workflow processes 112 The performance management, reward and compensation systems 112 Work practice across borders 113 Decoding observed behaviours and vision statements 114 Mission and vision statements 116 Identifying the values, assumptions and beliefs underpinning the “cultural universe” 117 A cultural dynamic and the full cultural dynamic model® 119 Case study: Austin Motors 121 A brief 70-year history of Austin Motors 121 The work practices 126 Artefacts, rituals and communicated values 127 Observed behaviour at Austin 128 The results 128 One enabling cultural dynamic – “the bias-for-action” 129 The potentially derailing short-term wing-it cultural dynamic 130 Conclusion 131 Chapter closing 132 Part II Cases: The Lifecycle of a Company from Innovation to Consolidation 133 5 The Embryonic Period 135 Values embedded during the early years: Apple, Microsoft and Dell 136 Apple 136 Microsoft 137 Dell 138 Traits that enable success over the business cycles 140 The embryonic period 141 Case study: Nokia 144 The Finnish culture 144 The embryonic period of the new Nokia 1.0 145 The work practices at Nokia 1.0 147 Nokia 2.0 149 Nokia 3.0 152 Case study: KONE – agility and humility 154 Case study: Walmart – an American business tackling foreign markets 155 Walmart in China 158 Walmart in South Korea 159 Walmart cultural adjustments 159 Chapter close – preview the growth period 160 6 The Growth Period 161 The product line expansion stage 162 Description of this phase 162 National traits that tend to enable or derail during the innovation phase 164 The scale and efficiency phase 164 National traits that tend to enable or derail during the scale and efficiency phase 165 Case study: Sony versus Samsung Electronics 166 Sony 166 Samsung Electronics 172 Conclusion on Sony versus Samsung Electronics 180 Chapter close 184 7 The Maturity Period 185 The consolidation phase 187 Description of the consolidation phase 187 National traits that tend to enable or derail during the maturity period 188 Case study: Toyota 190 The founder and Toyota’s embedded corporate values 191 The Toyota Way and work practices at Toyota 191 The Toyota Way as a source of sustainable differentiation 193 Toyota in America 195 The crisis and conclusion 197 Case study: FLSmidth 198 The Danish national culture 199 A brief history and the values the founder embedded 200 The next 70 years – disaster strikes – and a new strategy is outlined 201 A new footprint challenges the culture and the work practices 202 The “small country” dilemma facing FLSmidth as it moves from 1.0 to 2.0 203 The three cultural strategies options facing FLSmidth 203 Epilogue on FLSmidth 205 Case study: P&G 205 A brief history of P&G 206 A few central embedded values 206 Key lessons from the eight cases 210 Part III The Model in Action (Lessons for Boards, Managers and Investors) 213 8 Whither the West 215 Whither the West 215 Appearance and reality 218 Golden rules for dealing with reactive cultures 220 1. Speech is to promote harmony 220 2. Good listening is important 220 3. Never interrupt 221 4. Never confront 221 5. Never disagree openly 221 6. Never cause anyone to lose face 222 7. Suggestions, especially criticism, must be indirect 223 8. Be ambiguous, so as to leave options open 223 9. Prioritize diplomacy over truth 224 10. Follow the rules but interpret them flexibly 224 11. Utilize networks 225 12. Don’t rush or pressure Asians. Do things at appropriate times 225 13. Observe fixed power distances and hierarchy 227 14. Work hard at building trust 228 Golden rules for dealing with multi-active cultures 228 1. Speech is for opinions 233 2. Let them talk at length and then reply fully 233 3. Be prepared to discuss several things at once 234 4. Be prepared for several people talking at once 234 5. Display feelings and emotion 235 6. Interrupt when you like 235 7. Truth is flexible and situational 235 8. Be diplomatic rather than direct 236 9. Socialize enthusiastically, be gregarious 236 10. Think aloud 236 11. Complete human transactions 237 12. Seek and give favours with key people 237 13. Overt body language and tactility are acceptable 238 14. Reputation is as important as profit 238 15. Accept unpunctuality 238 16. Remain relationship oriented 238 9 The Crisis 241 Strategy v. competition: being “outplayed” 243 The Prussian Army and Field Marshall Von Moltke 243 The effect of national traits 246 Problems in execution 247 Examples – Sony and GM 247 The effect of national traits on poor execution 247 Disruption 248 Technology disruption 248 The effect of national traits on technology disruption 250 Process disruption 250 The effect of national traits on process disruption 251 Success – the success crisis 251 Success makes blind – the success trap 252 Success has no memory 252 The share price trap 253 The burning platform 254 Time – if you don’t move forwards you move backwards 255 Change of leadership 256 Navigating a transformation point 256 Differing cultural performances in times of crisis 257 Poor strategy facing competition 257 Poor execution 258 Disruption 259 Success 259 Time 260 Change of leadership 260 Navigating transformation 261 Meeting crises 262 Chapter closing 263 10 Enhancing Corporate Performance in a Multicultural World 265 Seeing the water that surrounds you 266 The national lifecycle fingerprint 266 Examples of 17 national traits that both enable and derail 269 Two recommendations to investors 269 1. Watch out for the tell-tale signs of a derailing cultural dynamic and promote diversity in the board 269 2. Analyze the cultural implications carefully when merging two organizations 271 Two recommendations to boards 272 1. Conduct a full strategy and cultural dynamics audit at least every five years 272 2. Promote diversity at the board and in the executive team 273 Four recommendations to management 273 1. Carefully balance diversity with day-to-day performance and make the organization culturally aware 273 2. Establish a recurrent methodology for making culture discussion more data driven and establish a cross-functional task force to systematically monitor culture 274 3. Ensure there is a clear strategy for embedding key elements of the corporate culture globally 275 4. Align the talent and leadership agenda with the cultural imperatives 276 Implications for countries 277 Chapter and book conclusion 278 Appendix 281 References and Websites 287 Index 289
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Random House Trade The Devil Wears Prada
Book Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • SOON TO BE A MUSICAL STARRING VANESSA WILLIAMS • The iconic novel that inspired the hit movie starring Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway—a gloriously wicked story about the ultimate Boss from Hell and the deals we make with the devil to get to the top “The degree to which The Devil Wears Prada has penetrated pop culture needs no explanation.”—Vanity Fair Andrea Sachs, a small-town girl fresh out of college, lands the job “a million girls would die for.” Hired as the assistant to Miranda Priestly, the high-profile, fabulously successful editor of Runway magazine, Andrea finds herself in an office that shouts Prada! Armani! Versace! at every turn, a world populated by impossibly thin, heart-wrenchingly stylish women and beautiful men clad in fine-ribbed turtlenecks and tight leather pants that show off their lifelong dedication to the gym. With breathtaking ease, Miranda can turn each and every one of these hip sophisticates into a scared, whimpering child.Andrea is sorely tested each and every day—and often late into the night—with orders barked over the phone. She puts up with it all by keeping her eyes on the prize: a recommendation from Miranda that will get her a top job at any magazine of her choosing. As things escalate from the merely unacceptable to the downright outrageous, Andrea begins to realize that the job a million girls would die for may just kill her. And even if she survives, she has to decide whether or not it’s worth the price of her soul.
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Tor Books The First Confessor
Book SynopsisFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author Terry Goodkind comes The First Confessor, the prequel to the Sword of TruthIn a time before legends had yet been born...Married to the powerful leader of her people, safe among those gifted with great ability, Magda Searus is protected from a distant world descending into war. But when her husband, a man who loved life and loved her, unexpectedly commits suicide, she suddenly finds herself alone. Because she is ungifted herself, without her husband she no longer has standing among her people, and she finds herself isolated in a society that seems to be crumbling around her.Despite her grief, she is driven to find the reasons behind why her husband would do such a thing--why he would abandon her and her people at such a profoundly dangerous time. Though she is not gifted, she begins to discover that there may be more to her husband''s suicide than anyone knew. What she finds next, no one is willing to believe.
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Tor Books Elantris Tenth Anniversary Authors Definitive
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St Martin's Press Every Heart A Doorway
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St Martin's Press Towers of Midnight
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Liguori Publications Journey of Faith Adults Catechumenate
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Cambridge University Press Cambridge Primary Science Workbook 5 with Digital
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Cambridge University Press A1 Movers 3 Answer Booklet
Book SynopsisAuthentic examination papers for learners preparing for the revised Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers and A2 Flyers exams as introduced in 2018. This Answer Booklet accompanies A1 Movers 3 Student''s Book and Audio CD. It contains answers for all three tests, the tapescripts and examples of the type of interchange to expect in the Speaking test. It also includes the A1 Movers Vocabulary list, organised by theme. An Audio CD (which contains the listening sections of the tests) and the Student''s Book are available separately.
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd SS HELMETS The History Use and Decoration of the
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd With the Black Devils
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Penguin Random House LLC The Archer Files The Complete Short Stories of
Book SynopsisNo matter what cases private eye Lew Archer takes on—a burglary, a runaway, or a disappeared person—the trail always leads to tangled family secrets and murder. Widely considered the heir to Sam Spade and Philip Marlowe, Archer dug up secrets and bodies in and around Los Angeles. Here, The Archer Files collects all the Lew Archer short stories ever published, along with thirteen unpublished “case notes” and a fascinating biographical profile of Archer by Edgar Award finalist Tom Nolan. Ross Macdonald’s signature staccato prose is the real star throughout this collection, which is both a perfect introduction for the newcomer and a must-have for the Macdonald aficionado.
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd Collectible Microcomputers Schiffer Book for
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd Ralli Quilts
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Collectors Guide to Cloth Third Reich
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd McdonnellDouglas FA18 Hornet
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Baker Publishing Group Star of Wonder An Advent Devotional to
Book Synopsis'This Advent devotional is written with passion, showing patterns and prophecies that filled me with renewed hope and wonder.'--FRANCINE RIVERS, bestselling author of The Lady''s Mine and Redeeming LoveCome, Rediscover the Wonder and Reality of the Very First ChristmasWe all love the Christmas season, but have we buried the truth of the day? Bestselling author Angela Hunt weaves together visceral storytelling with overlooked biblical historical truths to help you rediscover the places, people, prophecies, and purpose of Christmas. Each of the engaging twenty-five devotions includes scriptural insights, historical facts, and personal application, which--along with weekly family activities--will have everyone saying, 'I didn''t know that!' as the Nativity comes to life anew.Explore Bethlehem and Nazareth. Walk with Mary, Joseph, and others. Be amazed by the words of the prophets of old. And be warmed by God
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O'Reilly Media Certified Kubernetes Administrator CKA Study
Book SynopsisThis study guide walks you through all the topics covered to fully prepare you for the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certification exam.
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Baker Publishing Group What Every Christian Needs to Know About the
Book SynopsisWhat the Qur'an teaches about Christ, salvation, the Trinity, and other important topics, and how it differs from the key teachings of the Bible.
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Rp Minis Peanuts A Charlie Brown Christmas Mini Puzzles
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Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Universal Principles of UX
Book SynopsisMaster the art of user experience design through the 100 laws, guidelines, human biases, and general considerations in this comprehensive, cross-disciplinary encyclopedia. Richly illustrated and easy to navigate, Universal Principles of UX pairs clear explanations of each concept with visual examples of the ideas applied in practice. The book is organized into six broad categories: Consider Empathize Define Research Design Validate And, features principles as diverse as: Design is not neutral Make the choice easy Some complexity cannot be reduced Map the ecosystem So you think you can scroll Don’t grade your own homework User Experience is a field notable for its expansiveness, complexity and persistent evolution. This book is not a chronological Table of Contents Prologue Chapter 1: Consider The user comes first. You’re human—act like it. UI makes or breaks usability. Work on UX and UI simultaneously. Always surpass expectations. Design is not neutral, it’s inherently ethical. Visual metaphors communicate the fastest. The bias to remember the unusual. Attractive products are perceived as more usable. First and last items in a series are remembered most. Less is more. Less is a bore. Provide feedback quickly or else. Sometimes a little friction is a good thing. You only get one chance to make a first impression. There's no such thing as timeless UX design. Nothing lasts forever, and we both know hearts can change. Chapter 2: Empathize Accessibility first. Make the choice easy. Diverse teams create better solutions. Devices are ubiquitous. Design for clumsy handling. Children are not small adults. Take extra care of seniors. Systems should match the real world. Know when to break with convention. Persuade, don’t coerce. Allow for differences in digital literacy. Design for both novices & power users. Design for learnability. Design for passive attention. Make it unobtrusive. Avoid forced interruptions. Make notifications valuable. Minimize form input. As little design as possible. Rebel! Rules are meant to be broken. Chapter 3: Define Choose the right client. Understand the problem first. Gather requirements. Define the problem statement. Find shortcuts without sacrificing quality. Start with the minimum viable product. Under-promise and over-deliver. Only introduce complexity when necessary. Some complexity cannot be reduced. Assume worst case scenario. Create a user flow. Remove barriers & obstacles. Things that are not there are just as important. Pointing devices inform functionality. Chapter 4: Research Design cannot be fully objective. Most of the science used in design is bull. Determine the ‘how’. Map the ecosystem. Look at the data. Uncover the ‘why’. Determine the ‘what’. Personas are useless unless created properly. Keep your friends close but your enemies closer. Learn from bad examples. Make mental models work in your favor. Uncover expectations. Not all e-commerce is alike. Most usability issues can be spotted a mile ahead. Chapter 5: Design Brainstorm efficiently. Priming before presenting. Building consensus is easier than you think. From low to high fidelity. Don’t just illustrate, annotate. Learn from navigation in the real world. Build a logical structure. Visualize the relationship between pages. Navigation makes or breaks user experience. Yes, side doors matter. The letter, the word, and the paragraph. Maintain consistent branding. So you think you can scroll. Animate responsibly. Make data lovable. Dark mode rises. Never give total control. Personalization is either hit or miss. A word is worth a thousand pictures. Make it perform the best it can on any device. Pattern library, style guide, or design system—choose one. Don't let design systems kill creativity. Expect the unexpected. Chapter 6: Validate An audible system status is awkward. Don’t ask for unnecessary things. Manage errors effectively. Be liberal with the inputs you accept. Confirm user actions. Broken pages shouldn’t feel broken. Fill the gap our imagination can’t bridge. Metric-based design is silly. Don’t grade your own homework. Prioritize attention where impact will be greatest. Stay involved in the project post launch. Re-evaluate & revise. Acknowledgments About the Author Index
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Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Mastering Sculpture The Figure in Clay
Book SynopsisMastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay is a comprehensive workshop on sculpting the human form from head to toe for ceramic artists. Trade Review“Readers of this book will discover that Cristina is an alchemist, mixing accuracy and instinct in perfect measure to bring clay, slip, and glaze to life. As an artist, she translates the human form with sensitivity and expression. As an instructor, she articulates complex information clearly and deliberately for sculptors at any level of experience. Cristina’s fascination with the human form is infectious; her commitment and attention to detail are constants throughout the book.” * Leslie Noell, creative director, Penland School of Craft *“A wonderful resource for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of figurative sculpture. It is hard to imagine anyone better suited than Cristina to offer this expertise and experience as she is a gifted artist and generous educator. I highly recommend this book for artists or enthusiasts of any skill level.” * Steven Young Lee, resident artist director, Archie Bray Foundation *“This is an exceptional book by an exceptional artist. Cristina Córdova has delivered a rare document that reveals highly useful information in a refreshingly smart, concise, and elegantly organized way. In so doing, she has also captured a deeply felt regard for the poetry and beauty of the human figure and the power of clay to render emotional depth.” * Wayne Higby, professor of ceramic art, director and chief curator, Alfred Ceramic Art Museum, Alfred University *“Cristina Córdova’s unique multicultural education and perspective has given her an unmatched combination of academic rigor and unfettered creativity in her approach to sculpting the human figure. This book is a road map to acquiring a skill set that is rarely taught in art schools anymore… and an incredible gift to those on a quest to master figural sculpture.” * Garth Johnson, Paul Phillips and Sharon Sullivan Curator of Ceramics, Everson Museum of Art *“Creating figures and narratives that spring from her ongoing exploration of the human psyche and existential pathos, Cristina Córdova is a super talent whose sculptures, full body or fragmented, single figure or installation, contain the whole history of art in every pose and gesture, at once strikingly contemporary and timeless. Her imagination is matched by her skill and by her generosity in sharing her craft.” * Annie Carlano, senior curator of craft, design, and fashion, The Mint Museum *“This book is a testament to Cristina’s beautiful work as well as the clarity of instruction on how she makes it. She is a wealth of talent and integrity. She makes figuration look so seamless and easy. I might try coiling the figure now!” * Tip Toland, acclaimed ceramics artist *“Cristina Córdova is unquestionably one of the most talented, rigorous, and artistically ambitious artists working with the figure today—period.” * Tony Marsh, professor emeritus, California State University Long Beach *"Exceptionally well organized and presented making it an ideal DIY instruction guide and manual, Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay is an especially and unreservedly recommended as a textbook for art class curriculums on sculpture, and an essential, core addition to personal, professional, community, college, university, and art school Sculpting Art & Techniques collections." * Midwest Book Review *"Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this book is a valuable resource for enhancing your sculpting skills. The author's expertise and generosity shine through in her writing, making this book a must-have for any artist's collection." * CitizenSide *Table of ContentsForeword Introduction 1 PREPARATION Studio Setup Finding Inspiration Simple Armature Construction External Supports 2 GETTING STARTED How to Make a Slab Using Patterns 3 ASSEMBLING LOWER BODY PARTS ON ARMATURE Preparing Your Armature Joinery Footprint and Lower Leg The Foot Upper Leg Pelvis 4 ASSEMBLING THE UPPER BODY Getting Started Attaching Torso to Pelvis The Neck Breasts Arms 5 THE HEAD Using a Pattern to Create a Head Shape Adding Facial Features Refining Features Fleshing: Creating Flow and Continuity Hair Attaching Head to Neck 6 HANDS Forming the Hands Attaching the Hands 7 FLESHING OUT CORE FORMS Venting Reading Contours with Additional Photographic Views to Achieve Accuracy The Process Artistic Considerations 8 SURFACE DEVELOPMENT, DRYING, AND FIRING Surface Development Drying and Firing Appendix A: Four Cardinal Views Appendix B: Model Reference Photos Appendix C: Illustrative References Appendix D: Templates Acknowledgments Resources About the Author Index
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Little, Brown & Company Soul Eater Vol 2
Book SynopsisMaka and Soul are given a remedial assignment to take the soul of Dr. Franken Stein-who happens to be the most powerful meister to ever graduate from Death Weapon Meister Academy. Needless to say, this assignment turns out to be more than they were expecting. In the middle of the fight, Maka learns how to see someone''s soul-and sees for herself just how powerful Dr. Stein''s soul is. It scares her so much that she freezes up. Luckily for her, the whole thing is just a set-up as part of the assignment, and Dr. Stein decides to pass them. Things seem to be back to normal when a more dangerous enemy emerges-and this time it''s not a test. Named Crona, he carries the demon sword Ragnarok, whose attacks are accompanied by grotesque, ear-piercing screams. But Crona is merely a puppet of the witch Medusa, who is trying to manipulate him into becoming something called a Kishin. Shinigami-sama sends Dr. Stein and Death Scythe to make sure that that doesn''t happen.
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Anness Publishing The Battleships World Encyclopedia of
Book Synopsis(new edition) The history and evolution of the battleship, an international directory of 150 ships, with specifications, and illustrated with 500 photographs.
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Anness Publishing Feng Shui The Practical Guide to
Book SynopsisA comprehensive illustrated guide to the powerful Chinese art of Feng Shui in the home, garden and office; declutter your life and encourage positive energy flows. A newly updated and relaunched large-format edition.
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Anness Publishing The Practical Encyclopedia of SelfHealing A
Book SynopsisEnhance your health and well-being naturally with this expert guide to complementary and alternative healthcare.
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Anness Publishing Classic Cocktails A Zingy Collection of
Book SynopsisFeatures 30 classic shorts, coolers, thirst quenchers and warmers to suit all tastes.
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