Politics, Philosophy & Society Books

Book SynopsisThought-provoking short essays by Britain''s leading public philosopher that show us how to discover our own answers to life''s challengesWhile most philosophy is written in abstruse and ponderous prose, Grayling''s is a model of clarity and elegance'' The Times''An enthusiastic thinker who embraces humour, common sense and lucidity'' Independent~ If beauty existed only in the eye of the beholder, would that make it an unimportant quality?~ Are human rights political?~ Can ethics be derived from evolution by natural selection?~ If both sides in a conflict can passionately believe that theirs is the just cause, does this mean that the idea of justice is empty?~ Does being happy make us good? And does being good make us happy?~ Are human beings especially prone to self-deception?As in his previous books of popular philosophy, including the best-selling The Reason of Things and The Meaning of Things, rather than presenting a set of cTrade Review'If there is any such person in Britain today as The Thinking Man, it is A.C. Grayling' * The Times *'An enthusiastic thinker who embraces humour, common sense and lucidity' * Independent *‘While most philosophy is written in abstruse and ponderous prose, Grayling's is a model of clarity and elegance' * The Times *‘He is a philosopher engaged in what he rightly praises, adding value to life, in a way that is not too taxing' * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisThe definitive biography of the undisputed giant of English literature, a man whose own true history has long been hidden behind the fictional world of his books''Compendious and compelling ... it is impossible to imagine this Life being bettered'' WILLIAM BOYD, NEW STATESMAN''Smiley himself could not have done a better job'' SUNDAY TIMESLong after The Spy Who came in from the Cold made John le Carré a worldwide, bestselling sensation, David Cornwell, the man behind the pseudonym, remained an enigma. In this definitive biography, written with unprecedented access to the man himself, Adam Sisman offers an illuminating portrait of a fascinating and enigmatic writer.In Cornwell''s lonely childhood, Adam Sisman uncovers the origins of the themes of love and abandonment which dominated le Carré''s fiction: the departure of his mother when he was five, followed by ''sixteen hugless years'' in the dubious care of his father, a man of eneTrade ReviewUltimately it's about love ... this is a very emotional book. John le Carré had an utterly heartbreaking childhood ... This is the best biography of 2015 - a rare achievement that invites rereading -- Edward Wilson * Independent *Compendious and compelling...Sisman is excellent at the nuts and bolts of writing and of being published...it must be difficult to write the life of a man who is still very much with us, and in the public eye, no matter how much liberty the biographer has been given to tell the story, warts and all. Sisman - a very fine and astute biographer - has done an excellent, not to say exemplary, job under the circumstances ... it is impossible to imagine this Life being bettered -- William Boyd * New Statesman *This is the way to do it. Why this admirably balanced, patiently detailed biography of John le Carré is not on the Samuel Johnson Prize for Non-Fiction shortlist beats me ... Sisman does full justice to [the] rawness at the heart of le Carré -- David Sexton * Evening Standard *Admirable * Financial Times *Balanced, focused and compelling * Economist *The spy novelist’s life is explored and explained with immaculate care and attention to detail * Sunday Times *This book is testament to Sisman’s skill and perseverance … With his excellent grasp of the wider history, Sisman is good at anchoring Cornwell in this shadowy environment, as he guides his readers through the models for various characters … Sisman brings admirable clarity to what could have been a meander in a wilderness of mirrors -- Andrew Lycett * Spectator *A perceptive and elegant interpreter of complex lives -- Jonathan Dimbleby * Radio Times *Excellent ... Shows how memory, fact and fiction have danced in Le Carré’s life ... [A] masterful biography * Catholic Morning Herald *Absorbing new doorstopper * Western Morning News *Sisman often came to know the reality of what happened in Cornwell’s life better than Cornwell himself did * Newsweek *Respectful though far from sycophantic - Best Books of 2015 -- Gaby Wood * Daily Telegraph *This riveting, thorough biography reveals the real world of Cornwell to be every bit as fascinating as his much-loved fiction. The perfect Christmas present for the le Carré fan in your life * Sunday Times *Cornwell has admitted that he can no longer separate many of the facts of his life from his lies and fictions. For Sisman this is like a red rag to a bull and you can feel the thrill of the chase throughout his terrific John le Carré * Independent *However gripping John le Carré’s novels … Hang onto your hats, because the author’s real life story is equally thrilling. Biographer Adam Sisman peels back layers of le Carré to reveal David Cornwall ... This is a masterpiece of storytelling and factual revelations * Compass *Fascinating * Metro *John le Carré will not be the final word on this subject but it could hardly be bettered -- Robert McCrum * Observer *Sisman pulls it off: this is a well-written and highly readable book which is neither hagiography nor hatchet job ... Within that world he [John le Carré] conveys some of the truths of human nature, endeavour and fallibility. This is a real and rare achievement and in Adam Sisman he has a biographer worthy of it -- Alan Judd * Times Literary Supplement *Absorbing … An insightful and highly readable portrait of a writer and a man who has often been classified as elusive and enigmatic as his fictional heroes -- Michiko Kakutani * New York Times *Perceptive, entertaining * Guardian, 'Book of the Day' *A masterpiece * Irish Examiner, 'Books of the Year' *Extraordinary, absorbing … The most enthralling life of a writer I’ve read since I found myself riveted by Samuel Johnson’s Life of Milton 40 odd years ago … [A] magnificent book about an extraordinary man … Nothing about him [John le Carré] is more shrewd and wise and self-revealing than this superb biography he has elicited from Sisman * Australian *Excellent * Choice magazine *Meticulous and illuminating … Thankfully, his biography stops well short of hagiography * Tablet *[Sisman's] revealing biography, written in blessedly readable prose, makes a three-dimensional figure of a subject who can come across as something of a superman * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE 2022 WINGATE LITERARY PRIZEA BOOK OF THE YEAR IN THE FINANCIAL TIMES, ESQUIRE, O, THE OPRAH MAGAZINE, TIME MAGAZINE, LITHUB AND BUSTLE Superb' New York TimesMasterful Supremely intelligent' GuardianDazzling A marvel' Mail on SundayDeftly weaving from one end of life to another from ageing parents to newborn babies, from a young girl's coming-of-age to an old woman's unexpected delivery of a strange new second youth, from mystery and wonder at a life at its close or at a future waiting to unfold, Nicole Krauss's stories illuminate the moments in the lives of women in which the forces of sex, power and violence collide. Beautiful, taut and dark, spinning across the world, from Switzerland, Japan and New York to Tel Aviv, Los Angeles and South America, To Be a Man fearlessly delves into questions of masculinity and violence, regret and regeneration, control and desire. How much do we really know ourselves and each other? These questions linger long after the final paTrade ReviewAn astounding read … A timeless one, too * i *Krauss still somehow seems to have invented a new form for each novel, each story – their characters so fully realized that Krauss’s deft authorial hand is rarely evident * New York Times *A supremely intelligent collection … The question of who we are at different times and places, and with different people, comes masterfully to the fore -- Aminatta Forna * Guardian *Through her beautifully detailed and immersive portrayals, novelist Nicole Krauss explores gender, power and ageing ... Together, the ten stories reflect on what does - or doesn't - make men and women different * Time, Books of the Year *Dazzling … Themes of power, desire and familial crisis are probed unflinchingly and, at times, with eerie prescience * Financial Times, Books of the Year *The acclaimed novelist’s first short story collection is a marvel * Mail on Sunday *Recent first collections of short stories from established novelists such as Zadie Smith (Grand Union, 2019), Joseph O'Neill (Good Trouble, 2018) and Jeffrey Eugenides (Fresh Complaint, 2017) have provided a concentration of high-quality writing, their tales cherry picked from decades of successful publication. Nicole Krauss's debut collection, To Be a Man, joins those ranks * Times Literary Supplement *From a contemporary master comes an astounding collection of ten globetrotting stories, each one a powerful dissection of the thorny connections between men and women ... Each story is masterfully crafted and deeply contemplative, barrelling toward a shimmering, inevitable conclusion, proving once again that Krauss is one of our most formidable talents in fiction * Esquire *An intoxicating blend that plumbs the depths of the human condition … As a calling card for the novels, this collection delivers a strong indication of how electrifying her writing can be. It also holds its own, however, as a powerful literary body in its own right - a nuanced, provocative exploration on what it means to be human * Irish Times *These ten stories – which focus on the relationships between daughters and their fathers, teenage girls and their older lovers, dancers and choreographers – show us that authority and control are subtle, slippery things, not permanently possessed by one gender * Stylist *A sustained shot of brilliance. By turns tight and exuberant, disciplined and expansive, the collection shimmers with insight and moments of perfectly realized beauty. It provokes unabashed laughter, it inspires profound thinking, it delights and disturbs in equal measure * Boston Globe *The acclaimed novelist’s first short story collection is a marvel * Herald *A collection of wonders ... To Be a Man offers the pleasure of being in the company of Krauss’ surprising, challenging mind, tugged along by an imagination that’s ever curious about the limits and possibilities of fiction, of time, and of love * San Francisco Chronicle *Nicole Krauss, one of the great novelists working today, has never shied away from asking the big questions. But as her new collection of short stories shows, her power lies not simply in her own ability to interrogate life - but in the way she calls on her readers to do the same ... One of Krauss’s gifts is her ability to instantly conjure up the intimacies of a world while probing it … Throughout To Be a Man, Krauss’s writing is as lyrical as ever; beautiful phrases just keep on coming’ * Financial Times *Stunning. Intellectually and emotionally intelligent and immaculately written -- LOUISE KENNEDYKrauss’s short stories feel like they could each be unspooled into novels of their own ... To Be a Man's tenseness and uncertainties are strangely suited to the current moment * Wall Street Journal, Best Books of the Autumn *Praise for Nicole Krauss: 'This is one of those novels that makes you miss your train stop, and I say that from experience. It's a beautiful story about two very different but intertwined lives, and it's told with depth, heart, and humour -- Kiley ReidDazzling … Finds Krauss at the top of her game. Blazingly intelligent, elegantly written and a remarkable achievement -- Emily St John Mandel * Guardian *A richly layered masterpiece; creative, profound, insightful, deeply serious, effortlessly elegant, both human and humane. Krauss is a poet and a philosopher, and this latest work does what only the very best fiction can do – startles, challenges and enlightens the reader, while showing the familiar world anew … A pleasure and a privilege to read -- Francesca Segal * Financial Times *A complex and rewarding novel that will linger long after you’ve reached the final page * Stylist *Lucid and exhilarating … A great gift * New York Review of Books *A brilliant novel. I am full of admiration -- Philip RothAs original and impressive a work of fiction as I have encountered in years; a welcome reminder of how a novel can be defiantly and brilliantly novel * New Statesman *A meditation on loss and transformation and an investigation of the mysteries of art and literature and family -- Erica Wagner * Observer *Flawless ... Forest Dark is accomplished, generous and unabashedly serious -- Cressida Connolly * Literary Review *She gives us a deft and mesmerising portrait of female midlife crisis and the desire to ground one’s self in the world … impossible to put down -- Sarah Hughes * Independent *A remarkable accomplishment * Times Literary Supplement *The sort of intelligent, serious novel seldom written nowadays. Those shards of gleaming insight are well worth gathering up * The Times *

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Book SynopsisA compendium of ruminations and reflections by theïsecond-century Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, a staunch adherent to the Stoic philosophy.

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Book SynopsisBased on the Transforming Lives research project, this book explores the transformative power of further education. Outlining a critical approach to educational research and practice, the book draws on the testimonies of students and teachers to construct a model of transformative teaching and learning.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. The Transforming Lives research project and the further education policy context 2. Researching further education and putting a critical embodied research methodology into practice 3. Using digital technologies in social justice research 4. Stories of transformative teaching and learning 5. Transformative teaching and learning and social justice 6. Transformative teaching and learning and education leadership 7. So what is transformative teaching and learning? Extending our theoretical and embodied understandings 8. What needs to be done

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of Nelson Maths provides a rigorous, whole-school programme for teaching and learning maths from early years through to the end of primary education. Written for learners across the world, this course enables all children to start and sustain a lifelong journey with maths. The Nelson Maths series includes Pupil Books, write-in Workbooks, and Teacher Books. Assessment support, eBooks and parent notes are also available on Oxford Owl. This Teacher''s Books supports Nelson Maths Pupil Book 1 and Workbook 1 and helps teachers to plan focused and enjoyable lessons for their primary classrooms. Step-by-step teaching notes are provided, as well as a large bank of warm-up and mental maths activities to help children engage with concepts and activate prior learning. Answers for all Pupil Book and Workbook activities are set out, as well as additional end-of-unit checks to support assessment and identify gaps in learning. Guidance on differentiation and advice on tackling comm

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of Nelson Science provides a practical and activity-based approach to teaching and learning Primary science. Written with an international focus, it is designed for primary pupils from a range of backgrounds to create and sustain a lifelong love of science through hands on learning. This new edition is a refreshed and updated version of the popular course. Fully aligned to UK and International curricula, it offers a straightforward, step-by-step teaching approach in accessible language suitable where English is not the learner''s first language. The course takes a hands-on, practical approach to science, using materials readily available in Primary classrooms. The Teacher''s Books offer step-by-step teaching notes on setting up, carrying out and evaluating activities, helping to give teachers confidence to pursue an activity-based approach to learning. Learning objectives, key concepts and skill development are listed at the start of each unit, alongside key words for

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Book SynopsisA fun and snappy look at how the world's most important job is filled each year - published in time for the 2020 election. Written in a conversational style, former ESPN columnist Brian Church looks at the electoral college, the history of dirty campaigns and more.

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Book Synopsis''A deeply evocative, highly descriptive and thoroughly enjoyable plunge into Britain''s urban wildlife with an authentically hopeful message'' Geographical MagazineCity-dwellers, it''s time to meet your neighbours.In Wild City Florence Wilkinson takes us on a fascinating journey into why we should engage with our fellow urban species, from the badgers of central Brighton, to tunnel-dwelling Black Country bats to the mosquitoes found on the London Underground and nowhere else on earth.She shares what we might see - if we only take the time to look - and how nature is adapting to human-engineered environments in unexpected and ingenious ways.This gorgeously lyrical book invites us to celebrate the natural world, while also offering a clear-eyed glimpse into the challenges faced by urban plants and animals as cities grow and sprawl.Florence proposes a compelling manifesto for city wildlife, suggesting how we might take actio

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Book SynopsisArthur volunteered for aircrew service with RAF in 1940 at the age of 19, as soon as his school examinations were completed. He completed his training in Canada and Florida. After further training in UK and crewing up with a pilot and other crew members, he joined 97 Squadron flying Lancasters in December 1942. The following April the crew transferred to Pathfinder Force, where their operations included the shuttle-service attack on Friedrichshaven and the attack against Peenemunde. In September, having completed two tours, he was posted to the Mediterranean theatre, initially in Libya and later in Italy. He flew five further operations, three in Halifaxes and two in Wellingtons, the latter in support of the Yugoslav resistance. In December 1944 he returned to UK and joined Transport Command before being seconded to BOAC. Arthur's direct and detailed account of his experiences is a fascinating and valuable document of an astonishing feat to be exposed to such danger and to survive

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Book SynopsisIn her groundbreaking, deeply reported work, Julia Boorstin reveals the odds-defying leadership approaches of women running the world''s most innovative and successful companies - and what we can learn from them.Now, in When Women Lead, Boorstin brings together the stories of over sixty of those female CEOs and leaders, and dozens of new studies. Her combination of narrative and research reveals how once-underestimated characteristics, from vulnerability and gratitude to divergent thinking, can be vital superpowers - and that anyone can work these approaches to their advantage. Featuring new interviews with Gwyneth Paltrow, Jenn Hyman, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Lena Waithe, Shivani Siroya, and more, When Women Lead is a radical blueprint for the future of business, and our world at large.''Filled with top-notch research, practical insight and stories from the most inspiring women in business, Julia Boorstin lays out a new, inclTrade ReviewFilled with top-notch research, practical insight, and stories from the most inspiring women in business, Julia Boorstin lays out a new, inclusive vision for leadership and our world at large that we all will benefit from. * Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO *When Women Lead is replete with concrete insights that have personally helped me navigate our unprecedented times of change. Weaving together perspectives from tech, business, politics, the cultural sphere and beyond, Boorstin's deep reporting and voracious inquiries serve not only as a tactical manual for individuals, but as a toolkit for building interdisciplinary connections. * Bettina Korek, CEO of Serpentine Galleries, London *As a pioneer in tech and media reporting, Julia Boorstin knows firsthand what it takes for women to break barriers and drive change. In this engaging, fast-paced book, she takes you behind the scenes to show how some of the world's most admired women have made their mark - and offers practical insights on what both men and women can learn from them. * Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again *Full of valuable takeaways and inspiring stories of female business leaders, Julia Boorstin's When Women Lead offers many roadmaps for authentic leadership - a must read for all leaders as they consider the future of work. * Katie Couric, #1 New York Times bestselling author *Women in business are finally stepping forward in unprecedented ways. Through the lens of her own experience, Julia Boorstin recounts their triumphs and setbacks and identifies the obstacles they overcame on their road to success. Any woman with a dream will be inspired by their stories. * Eve Rodksy, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play and Find Your Unicorn Space *When Women Lead is a delightful read, and frankly a tonic - one that so many of us need right now. Boorstin tells stories that will make you smile and often pause to check out the business she's describing. Here's to the day when the traits of 'women's leadership' she's describing will simply be 'great leadership'. * Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO, New America and bestselling author of Unfinished Business: Women Men Work Family *Impeccably researched and beautifully written, Julia Boorstin's When Women Lead lays out a roadmap for leadership success. Packed with revelatory insights and cogent analysis, it is essential reading for men as well as women in today's complex world. * Joanne Lipman, bestselling author of That's What She Said *Boorstin grasps one of the biggest issues in corporate life, telling a fascinating story with verve and flair. She is a writer at the top of her game and her book is a must read. * Matthew Garrahan, Financial Times News Editor *

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Book SynopsisPractical Teaching: A Guide to Teaching in the Education and Training Sector is the perfect companion for those studying or teaching the new Award, Certificate and/or Diploma in Education and Training, PGCE, Cert Ed and all Initial Teacher Training Qualifications. This comprehensive new title is the ultimate handbook for the student teacher wishing to pursue the next stage of training in the Further Education Sector, and it follows the success of Linda Wilson's previous Practical Teaching guides.Drawing on years of experience in the field, Linda Wilson takes readers through all aspects of teaching and learning; from the initial interviews and inductions through the learning process, to assessment and finally reflection, offering helpful and workable tips for success along the way.Her book offers practical ideas for teaching in an easy-to-read style. Essential theory is introduced on a need-to-know basis, and is set in the context of its application within the classroom.This text is alsTable of ContentsPart One The Education and Training sector 1. Roles, Responsibilities and Boundaries 2. Legislation and Codes of Conduct 3. Support for Learners Part Two Planning to Meet the Needs of Learners 4. Negotiating Individual Goals 5. Session Planning Part Three Facilitating Learning 6. The Purpose of Learning 7. Individual and Group Learning 8. Monitoring and Recording Progress Part Four Resources 9. Resources Part Five Assessment 10. The Principles of Assessment: Functions and Concepts 11. Planning and Delivering Assessment 12. Questioning and Feedback in Assessment 13. Recording Progress and Achievement 14. Enabling Learning through Assessment 15. Quality Assurance of Assessment Part Six Delivering inclusive learning 16. Understanding Inclusion 17. Using Inclusive Strategies Part Seven Theories and Principles 18. Principles and Theories of Learning and Motivation 19. Communication Theories 20. Applying Principles of Learning and Communication 21. Curriculum in Context 22. Theories, Principles and Models of Curriculum 23. Designing the Inclusive Curriculum Part Eight Wider Professional Practice and Development 24. The Reflective Practitioner 25. Theories and Principles of Reflection and CPPD 26. Improving Practice 27. Concepts and Values of Professional Practice 28. Policy and Regulation 29. Quality Improvement Part Nine The Minimum Core 30. Applying the Minimum Core in Context

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Book SynopsisA deeply personal exploration of childless and childfree women in their own words.''Beautifully crafted, this book shows us how inner work and learning from others leads to living assuredly in our truths.'' Laura Carroll, author of THE BABY MATRIX''Louie''s tone is vulnerable and empathetic, making this a must-read for everyone.'' StylistOthers Like Me is the story of fourteen women around the world, from different walks of life, who don''t have children. It''s also the story of why Nicole Louie had to find them and what they taught her. Part memoir, part exploration of childlessness through candid conversations, this book showcases the many ways in which people find fulfilment outside of parenthood. And because the social expectation to procreate weighs the most on women, Louie focuses solely on them, their experiences and how they flourish outside of motherhood. In doing so, she upends the stereotypes that diminish

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Book SynopsisQuality Concepts for the Process Industry prepares readers for a career as process plant operators. This book covers the classical concepts of quality control in a style and at a depth that should be acquired by all employees of the process industries. Each chapter of the text contains chapter objectives, thorough discussions of the concepts presented, a summary, and end-of-chapter review questions. There is a complete glossary of terms and a list of additional references in the back of the book.Trade ReviewPreface. About the Author. 1. Why Quality is Important. 2. How It All Began. 3. The Quality Gurus. 4. ISO 9000 (2000). 5. Total Quality Management. 6. Customer Satisfaction. 7. Employee Empowerment. 8. Teamwork and Teams. 9. Communication. 10. Personal Effectiveness. 11. The Economics of Quality. 12. Quality as a System. 13. The Cost of Quality. 14. Quality Tools (Part 1). 15 Quality Tools (Part 2). 16 Variation. 17 Concepts of Statistical Quality Control. 18 SPC and Control Charts. 19 Process Capability. 20 Epilogue. Glossary. References. Subject Index.Table of ContentsPreface. About the Author. 1. Why Quality is Important. 2. How It All Began. 3. The Quality Gurus. 4. ISO 9000 (2000). 5. Total Quality Management. 6. Customer Satisfaction. 7. Employee Empowerment. 8. Teamwork and Teams. 9. Communication. 10. Personal Effectiveness. 11. The Economics of Quality. 12. Quality as a System. 13. The Cost of Quality. 14. Quality Tools (Part 1). 15 Quality Tools (Part 2). 16 Variation. 17 Concepts of Statistical Quality Control. 18 SPC and Control Charts. 19 Process Capability. 20 Epilogue. Glossary. References. Subject Index.

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Book Synopsis''It reads like fiction, but it is, astonishingly, history'' THE TIMESIN 1917, AN ECCENTRIC BAND OF BRITISH SPIES IS SMUGGLED INTO NEWLY SOVIET RUSSIA.Their goal is to defeat Lenin''s plan to destroy British India and bring down the democracies of the West. These extraordinary spies, led by Mansfield Cumming, proved brilliantly successful. They found a wholly new way to deal with enemies, one that relied on espionage and dirty tricks rather than warfare. They were the unsung founders of today''s modern, highly professional secret services. They were also the inspiration for fictional heroes to follow, from James Bond to James Bond.''Readers will find themselves as gripped as they would be by the very best of Fleming or le Carré'' SUNDAY TIMES''Marvellous, meticulously researched and truly groundbreaking'' SIMON WINCHESTERTrade ReviewGiles Milton's fast-packed account of Britain's attempts to sabotage Lenin's revolution reads like a madcap thriller... Milton has synthesised and filleted a mass of material - old memoirs, official archives and newly released intelligence files - to produce a rollicking tale... which explains the long war against Russia with verve, wit and colour. It reads like fiction, but it is, astonishingly, history. * The Times *Giles Milton's fast-packed account of Britain's attempts to sabotage Lenin's revolution reads like a madcap thriller... Milton has synthesised and filleted a mass of material - old memoirs, official archives and newly released intelligence files - to produce a rollicking tale... which explains the long war against Russia with verve, wit and colour. It reads like fiction, but it is, astonishingly, history. * The Times *This gripping history of derring-do and invisible ink brings to life the exploits of the British spies who waged war against Russia during the Cold War ... Full of novelistic flourishes ... [readers] will find themselves as gripped as they would be by the very best of Fleming or le Carré. * The Sunday Times *This gripping history of derring-do and invisible ink brings to life the exploits of the British spies who waged war against Russia during the Cold War ... Full of novelistic flourishes ... [readers] will find themselves as gripped as they would be by the very best of Fleming or le Carré. * The Sunday Times *A terrific story, told with Milton's customary fluency and eye for detail. * Mail on Sunday *A terrific story, told with Milton's customary fluency and eye for detail. * Mail on Sunday *Milton is a compulsive storyteller whose rattling style ensures this is the antithesis of a dry treatise on espionage. And unlike 007, it's all true. * Daily Express *Milton is a compulsive storyteller whose rattling style ensures this is the antithesis of a dry treatise on espionage. And unlike 007, it's all true. * Daily Express *This chronicle of British undercover push back against Bolshevik world conspiracy proves to be an exciting ringside seat at the Russian Revolution... accomplished British author Milton does a fine job of keeping order without sparing suspense... A beguiling ride through a riotous time by a historian and able storyteller who knows his facts and his audience. * Kirkus (starred review) *This chronicle of British undercover push back against Bolshevik world conspiracy proves to be an exciting ringside seat at the Russian Revolution... accomplished British author Milton does a fine job of keeping order without sparing suspense... A beguiling ride through a riotous time by a historian and able storyteller who knows his facts and his audience. * Kirkus (starred review) *With this marvelous, meticulously researched and truly ground-breaking account of British spies working in Lenin's stripling Soviet Union, Giles Milton - with his best book so far - reminds us of a time when the spying game was dangerous, fun and even, dare one say it cool. * Simon Winchester, author of THE MAN WHO UNITED THE STATES *With this marvelous, meticulously researched and truly ground-breaking account of British spies working in Lenin's stripling Soviet Union, Giles Milton - with his best book so far - reminds us of a time when the spying game was dangerous, fun and even, dare one say it cool. * Simon Winchester, author of THE MAN WHO UNITED THE STATES *

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Book SynopsisSchools and other forms of education have significant impacts on people's views about emotions and emotional experiences. This book helps students and educators to better understand emotions and their significance in social life and in education. It shows how we often take it for granted that certain emotions, such as happiness, are positive', while others are negative' and how personal characteristics such as gender, ethnicity, and race, can make an unfair difference when it comes to what emotions are expected or accepted. It also focuses on how emotions are understood as functional and as moral by different theoretical traditions, from psychology to philosophy. Written in an accessible format, the book encourages broad reflection on what emotions are and why they matter, in relation to the aims of education, what it means to be a good person, and equality and social justice.

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive blended print and digital English programme for Years 1 to 6, Oxford International Primary English offers a clear and coherent literacy and language course with inspiring and culturally diverse content that puts each child at the heart of the learning experience. For Primary Literacy teachers in International schools following the Cambridge, ENC or OIC curriculum, this course is underpinned by a strong digital offer. Oxford International Primary English Offers a flexible, forward-looking and engaging route through primary English based on international best practice, with coverage of a range of curricula and a strong focus on wellbeing to fully prepare children for their onward studies.

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Book SynopsisProviding everything the modeller needs to recreate an accurate representation of these historic vehicles.

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Book SynopsisThe bitter fighting in the so-called Falaise-Argentan Pocket in August 1944, during which the Allies encircled and destroyed a substantial part of Hitler's forces in northern France following the D-Day landings, marked the last major battle of the Normandy campaign. Despite this, tens of thousands of German soldiers managed to escape through the infamous Falaise Gap. It was as the Allies continued to pursue the retreating enemy forces that the planners considered or drew-up a number of further airborne operations. As James Daly reveals, three operations, namely _Lucky Strike_, _Transfigure_ and _Axehead_, might well have been part of the last of the fighting in the breakout from, Normandy itself. The first of these, _Lucky Strike_, was intended to see General Montgomery's 21st Army Group strike to the north-east in the direction of the River Seine, where bridges near Rouen were to be taken by the British 1st Airborne Division. _Transfigure_ was to be a major operation with the aim

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Book SynopsisWar for England''s Shores examines the Kriegsmarine''s S-Boat offensive along the English Channel and the North Sea from 1940 to 1945, together with British and, later, Allied responses to nullify that threat. Very fast, and armed with torpedoes and mines, S-Boats posed a serious threat to the convoys that were forced to run close along the British coast on a daily basis. Despite the significance of this campaign and the real threat to the whole British war economy, it has been, until now, strangely overlooked by historians. Indeed, the book highlights issues around the maritime identity of those states and navies that see themselves in oceanic terms, at the expense of engagement with, and operations in, coastal waters.Using an array of archival materials from Britain, Germany and the USA, The War for England's Shores examines why the Germans failed to make the most of this opportunity to disrupt British trade. G H Bennett analyses how the British slowly countered the threat by embraci

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Book SynopsisIn answer to Lord Kitchener's appeal, in late August and September 1914 many men joined Alexandra's Princess of Wales's Own Yorkshire Regiment, better known as The Green Howards. Recruits came from around the Middlesbrough area and the ironstone mines on the North Yorkshire moors, while otherscame from the East Durham coalfield and the Durham City area. The 8th and 9th Battalions left the Regimental Depot in Richmond in late September and moved to Frensham on the Hampshire/Surrey border, where they trained hard until bad weather forced a move to barracks in Aldershot. They arrived on the Somme front at the end of June 1916, but were not involved in the fighting until 5 July, when the 9th Battalion captured Horseshoe trench and Lieutenant Donald Simpson Bell won the VC when he destroyed a German machine gun position. On 10 July both battalions took part in the capture of Contalmaison, a village that had been a first day objective. A second VC was awarded posthumously to Private Will

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Book SynopsisCollates knowledge and examines the role and nature of community groups and activities operating outside of the formal voluntary sector in the UK to develop a coherent understanding about these so-called below the radar organisations.Trade Review“This fills a significant gap in our understanding of self-organised community activity, based on a range of original research studies. Essential reading for academics, activists and policy makers alike.” Marjorie Mayo, Emeritus Professor of Community Development, Goldsmiths, University of London“The book provides an insightful picture of BTR groups and social action in communities that is incredibly valuable to anyone wanting to understand more about this aspect of the UK voluntary sector.” Community Development Journal (OUP)Table of ContentsIntroduction: Why get below the radar? The importance of understanding community groups and activities ~ Angus McCabe and Jenny Phillimore Part One: Scoping and mapping community actions and activities Below the radar? Community groups and activities in context ~ Angus McCabe and Jenny Phillimore Getting below the radar: micro-mapping ‘hidden’ community activity ~ Andri Soteri-Proctor Part Two: Community groups and activities in context Are we different? Claims for distinctiveness in voluntary and community action ~ Angus McCabe and Jenny Phillimore Community as policy: reflections on community engagement, empowerment and social action in a changing policy context ~ Angus McCabe Lost to austerity, lost in austerity: rethinking the community sector in Ireland ~ Niall Crowley All change? Surviving below the radar: community groups and activities in hard times ~ Angus McCabe and Jenny Phillimore Part Three: Under-explored radars The UK Gypsy, Traveller and Roma third sector: a Gypsy industry or route to empowerment? ~ Andrew Ryder and Sarah Cemlyn Understanding grassroots arts groups and practices in communities ~ Hilary Ramsden, Jane Milling and Robin Simpson Is there a black and minority ethnic third sector in the UK? ~ Lucy Mayblin ‘More than a refugee community organisation’: a study of African migrant associations in Glasgow ~ Teresa Piacentini Part Four: Thinking about voice, learning and emotion below the radar ‘Almost a whisper’: black and minority ethnic community groups’ voice and influence ~ Phil Ware Learning to sustain social action ~ Jenny Phillimore and Angus McCabe Authentic and legitimate? The emotional role of ‘grassroots’ community activists in policymaking ~ Rosie Anderson Conclusion: thinking back and looking forward ~ Angus McCabe and Jenny Phillimore

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Book SynopsisReady to revolutionise your life and be more decisive? Take hold of your future with life-changing advice from 59 Seconds. Don't waste your time on outdated ‘life coach’ strategies and guru-guided nonsense. Instead, let renowned psychologist Richard Wiseman enlighten you with quick and scientifically-proven techniques.Seeking a new job? Determined to be happy? Striving for personal and professional triumph? 59 Seconds: Think a Little, Change a Lot takes you on an inspiring journey of quick transformation, debunking myths and introducing groundbreaking strategies for success.Unlock life-changing insights like:- Find out why putting a pencil between your teeth instantly makes you feel happier.- Discover why even thinking about going to the gym can help you keep in shape.- Learn what object to carry in your wallet to ensure its safe return.Dive into this enriching guide with actionable tips rooted i

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Book SynopsisPacked with top tips and helpful examples, this concise book takes students through the process of preparing and making successful applications for work placements, internships and graduate jobs. It encourages students to think about what they want from their career and to identify roles which match with their personality, strengths and experiences. Chapters provide practical guidance on researching opportunities, crafting CVs and cover letters and preparing for interviews and assessment centres. This handy guide will be an invaluable resource for all students looking to secure work experience, placements or internships whilst at university, and land the job they want after graduation.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction About this book PART I: Your and Your Goals 1. What Makes You Who You Are? 2. Making Choices and Setting Goals PART II: Developing Your Job Search Strategy 3. Networking: Building Networks and Using Them for Research 4. Find the Right Match: Analysing Opportunities 5. Creative Job Hunting PART III: Successful CVs and Cover Letters 6. Setting Out Your CV 7. Making Your CV Look Good 8. Successful Cover Letters PART IV: Successful Application Forms 9. Tackling the Questions on Application Forms 10. Writing with Impact PART V: The Interview and Onwards 11. Excelling at Your Interview 12. After Your Interview References Useful Resources Index.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing helpful examples and top tips throughout, this handy guide equips students with the tools to understand, respond to and apply lecturer feedback in order to continuously improve their academic performance. Chapters take students through the entire feedback process, from handling common feelings associated with feedback and making sense of criticism through to creating an effective action plan and applying feedback across their course.Using Feedback to Boost Your Grades will be an invaluable toolkit for students of all subject areas and levels who want to take control of their academic progress and make the most of the feedback they receive.

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Book SynopsisThis innovative book provides clear and straight-forward strategies which help students to understand the conventions of academic assignments and what lecturers expect from their work. Simplify Your Study is organised around nine core units which focus on the sticking points' of university study, including organisation and planning, reading and note-making strategies, producing essays, critical thinking, delivering presentations and preparing for exams. Packed with tried-and-tested strategies for success, this essential resource will help students of all disciplines and levels to achieve their academic potential.Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/simplify-your-study. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.Trade ReviewFor many students in higher education academic study can be daunting, stressful or frustrating. Consciously or unconsciously, these students use the same studying and learning techniques that they acquired at school, but fail to achieve their potential. Here's their problem: those techniques are not fit for 'academic' purpose. However, students never learn this because they receive feedback on their output (e.g. assignments, exams, etc.) rather than on their input (i.e. how they study). Peter Lia has dedicated his career in higher education to empowering students to take more thoughtful and strategic approaches to academic studying and learning. In this refreshing book, he breaks with tradition and encourages students to approach their assignments with creative methods. Out go the endless pages of notes, and in come charts, tables, drawings and templates that encourage students to think logically and critically about their academic work. The result is the demystification of studying and learning in higher education and a more inclusive and fulfilling experience for students. * Iria Giuffrida, William & Mary Law School, USA *This book simplifies the process of learning and working and will make learning accessible and enjoyable. Peter Lia is a rare master of his craft and every education institution should take note of his creative wisdom. * Ranjita Dhital, University of Reading, UK *This book blends supportive and inspirational material to provide students with a structured, practical and creative approach to academic assessments. It is a well structured, step-by-step guide and I would highly recommend it. * Benita Cox, Imperial College London, UK *Peter Lia's Simplify Your Study is a new resource that will be perfect for my students, as our module is all about Essential Study Skills. The book is clear and explains concepts well in a manner that students will easily understand. * Freda Cook, University of Sunderland, UK *Table of ContentsOrganisation and planning Reading Making notes Critical thinking for academic writing Academic writing Producing essays Reflective writing Doing a dissertation Revision and examinations.

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Book SynopsisPacked with practical advice, this concise guide explains what reflective writing is and how to approach it. It equips students with all the key information and strategies they need to develop an appropriate reflective writing style, whatever their subject area. Annotated examples from a range of disciplines and contexts show students how to put these tips into practice. It concludes with a section on applying reflective practices to personal development and career planning. This handy guide is an indispensable resource for students of all disciplines and levels, who are required to develop and demonstrate reflective qualities in their work. It will be particularly useful to students writing reflective logs on placements. New to this Edition:- Contains more content on the value and importance of reflection in other life contexts, so that students can appreciate its relevance from an early stage;- Features a short overview of academic writing genres, to help Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction PART 1: UNDERSTANDING REFLECTIVE WRITING 1. About Reflection 2. Getting Started on Reflective Writing 3. Reflective and Critical Writing 4. Asking Strategic Questions PART 2: LANGUAGE IN REFLECTIVE WRITING 5. Reflecting on Yourself and Your Experiences 6. Where am 'I' in Reflective Writing? PART 3: FORMS AND CONTEXTS FOR REFLECTIVE WRITING 7. A Reflective Diary or Learning Journal 8. Learning Journals and Assessment 9. Portfolios 10. Reflection in the Research Process PART 4: REFLECTION IN READING AND WRITING 11. Writing a Critical Review or Annotated Bibliography 12. Linking Theory and Practice 13. That 'Reflective' Quality in Writing 14. Getting the Balance Right PART 5: USING FRAMEWORKS IN REFLECTIVE WRITING 15. Choosing a Framwork 16. Using a Framework for Reflection: Gibbs' Reflective Cycle PART 6: REFLECTION FOR LIFE 17. Doing the Groundwork 18. Finding Your Evidence 19. Reflection as a Practitioner Conclusion: The Habit of Reflection References Useful Sources Index.

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Book SynopsisA hands-on guide for transformational coaches working in school environments In Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching, renowned author and coach Elena Aguilar delivers a compelling and inspirational message about how to coach in the face of daunting challenges. In the book, you'll learn how to listen expansively in a coaching conversation, how to plan conversations effectively, how to coach across lines of racial difference, how to coach resistant teachers, and more. You'll learn how best to impact your clients' 3 B's: beliefs, behaviors, and ways of being and explore illuminating case studies that highlight and illustrate the concepts discussed in the book. You'll also find: A Transformational Coaching Rubric 2.0 providing detailed explanations of all relevant coaching domains and indicators Comprehensive discussions of the reasoning and theory underlying the practical strategies explained within Techniques for develo

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsAcknowledgments xi About the Author xiii Introduction to Second Edition xv Part One Identifying and Understanding Emotional Abuse Chapter 1 Emotional Abuse— The Destroyer of Relationships 3 What Is Emotional Abuse? 6 How Emotional Abuse Does Damage 7 Determining Whether You Are Being Emotionally Abusive 10 No Monsters Here 12 Ending Emotional Abuse 15 Chapter 2 Patterns of Abuse 17 Domination 19 Verbal Assaults 20 Constant Criticism/Continual Blaming 21 Abusive Expectations 22 Emotional Blackmail 22 Unpredictable Responses 24 Constant Chaos/Creating Crisis 25 Character Assassination 25 Gaslighting 26 Sexual Harassment 27 Clear and Consistent Patterns 28 Overt and Covert Abuse 28 Intentional and Unintentional Abuse 29 Chapter 3 Not All Emotionally Abusive Relationships Are Alike 33 The Seven Types of Emotionally Abusive Relationships 35 Part Two Healing Your Childhood and Your Unhealthy Patterns Chapter 4 Patterns That Begin in Childhood: Why We Abuse and Why We Take It 47 The Repetition Compulsion 50 The Core of the Compulsion— An Abusive Childhood 53 Abusive Styles of Parenting 55 The Power of Unfinished Business 58 Your Original Abuser 59 Another Pattern: Victim or Abuser? 60 Anger In, Anger Out—Male and Female Patterns 61 How Shame Affects Victims of Abuse 62 Chapter 5 Complete Your Unfinished Business (For Both Victims and Abusers) 65 1. Admit the Fact That You Were the Victim of Abuse or Neglect 67 2. Acknowledge to Yourself That You Have Unexpressed Feelings of Anger, Pain, Fear, and Shame Because of Your Childhood Experiences of Neglect, Abandonment, or Abuse 73 3. Allow Yourself to Feel and Express Your Emotions Connected to the Neglect or Abuse You Experienced 75 4. Find Safe, Constructive Ways of Releasing or Expressing These Feelings 77 5. Confront Your Abuser(s) (Indirectly Preferred) 79 6. Resolve Your Relationship With Your Original Abuser(s) (Set Boundaries, Temporary or Permanent Separation, Forgive) 80 Chapter 6 Healing Your Shame with Self- Compassion 81 The Cure for Shame: Self-Compassion 86 Repeating the Cycle of Abuse 92 Part Three Stopping the Abuse Chapter 7 Action Steps for Those Being Abused 99 The Program 103 Specific Advice and Strategies 121 Chapter 8 Action Steps for the Abusive Partner 123 The Program 126 Chapter 9 Action Steps for the Abusive Couple 147 Stop Blaming Each Other 150 The Program 152 Chapter 10 When Your Partner Has a Personality Disorder 161 Determining Whether Your Partner Suffers from BPD 164 Twin Fears— Abandonment and Engulfment 166 Strategies to Help You Cope and to Stop the Emotional Abuse 168 Determining Whether Your Partner Suffers from NPD 171 Strategies to Help You Cope and Stop the Emotional Abuse 174 Should You Tell Your Partner that You Suspect They Have a Personality Disorder? 177 When You Both Suffer from a Personality Disorder 178 Chapter 11 When Your Abusiveness Stems from Your Personality Disorder 179 Do You Suffer from BPD? 182 How BPD Can Lead to Emotionally Abusive Behavior 183 How You Can Begin to Change Your Emotionally Abusive Behavior 186 Strategies for Specific Borderline Behaviors 191 Do You Suffer from NPD? 191 How NPD Leads to Abusive Behavior 193 How You Can Begin to Change Your Emotionally Abusive Behavior 194 My Personal Program for Overcoming Narcissistic Tendencies 196 Part Four Where Do You Go from Here? Chapter 12 Should You Stay or Should You Leave? 201 Strong Reasons to Stay 203 You May Still Need to Leave 205 Strong Reasons to Leave 205 When You Definitely Need to Leave 206 When You Are Resisting Leaving 209 Trust and Forgiveness 209 Chapter 13 Preventing Emotional Abuse in the Future 211 For the Abused Partner 213 For the Abusive Partner— Catch Yourself in the Act 217 For Both Partners 218 Chapter 14 Continuing to Recover 221 True Power Comes from Knowing You Have Choices 223 Key Issues for Victims and Abusers 224 Specific Strategies for the Abused Partner 228 Recovery for the Abusive Partner 230 For Both Partners— Finding the Right Therapist 232 Treatment for BPD and NPD 233 Be Realistic about Your Partner Changing 234 Epilogue 235 References 237 Further Reading 239 Index 243

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Book SynopsisWork your way through Calc 2 with crystal clear explanations and tons of practice Calculus II Workbook For Dummies is a hands-on guide to help you practice your way to a greater understanding of Calculus II. You'll get tons of chances to work on intermediate calculus topics such as substitution, integration techniques and when to use them, approximate integration, and improper integrals. This book is packed with practical examples, plenty of practice problems, and access to online quizzes so you'll be ready when it's test time. Plus, every practice problem in the book and online has a complete, step-by-step answer explanation. Great as a supplement to your textbook or a refresher before taking a standardized test like the MCAT, this Dummies workbook has what you need to succeed in this notoriously difficult subject. Review important concepts from Calculus I and pre-calculusWork through practical examples for integration, differentiation, and beyondTest your knowledge with practice probTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Introduction to Integration 3 Chapter 1: An Aerial View of the Area Problem 5 Chapter 2: Forgotten but Not Gone: Review of Algebra and Pre-Calculus 15 Chapter 3: Recent Memories: Calculus Review 37 Part 2: From Definite to Indefinite Integrals 51 Chapter 4: Approximating Area with Riemann Sums 53 Chapter 5: The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and Indefinite Integrals 69 Part 3: Evaluating Indefinite Integrals 81 Chapter 6: Instant Integration 83 Chapter 7: Sharpening Your Integration Moves 91 Chapter 8: Here’s Looking at u-Substitution 103 Part 4: Advanced Integration Techniques 115 Chapter 9: Integration by Parts 117 Chapter 10: Trig Substitution 131 Chapter 11: Integration with Partial Fractions 151 Part 5: Applications of Integrals 167 Chapter 12: Solving Area Problems 169 Chapter 13: Pump up the Volume — Solving 3-D Problems 189 Chapter 14: Differential Equations 211 Part 6: Infinite Series 219 Chapter 15: Sequences and Series 221 Chapter 16: Convergent and Divergent Series 235 Chapter 17: Taylor and Maclaurin Series 255 Part 7: The Part of Tens 267 Chapter 18: Ten Mathematicians Who Anticipated Calculus before Newton and Leibniz 269 Chapter 19: 10 Skills from Pre-Calculus and Calculus I That Will Help You to Do Well in Calculus II 273 Index 279

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Book SynopsisIs Taylor Swift a philosopher?What can her songs tell us about ethics and society? What is the nature of friendship? Should you forgive someone for breaking your heart?Taylor Swift is a Mastermind when it comes to relationships, songwriting, and performing sold-out stadium tours. But did you know that Taylor is also a philosophical mastermind? Taylor Swift and Philosophy is the first book to explore the philosophical topics that arise from Taylor Swift's life and music. Edited and authored by Swifties who also happen to be philosophers and scholars, this fun and engaging book is written with general readers in mindyou don't have to be a devoted fan or a specialist in philosophy to explore the themes, concepts, and questions expressed in Taylor's songs. Presenting top-tier research and new perspectives on important contemporary issues, twenty-seven chapters discuss the p

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Book SynopsisDevelop your child''s talents, energy, inspiration, and motivation In Unlocking Your Child''s Potential: Nurturing Brilliance and Shaping Futures, authors Jan Mühlfeit, a leader, global strategist and coach, and Katerina Krutová, an experienced lecturer in the field of education and child development, deliver a startlingly insightful and exciting discussion of how to bring out the best in your children. In the book, you''ll learn how to avoid the four most common and basic mistakes made by parents and teachersincluding focusing on weaknesses while forgetting strengths, neglecting why children do what they do, controlling time instead of harnessing energy, and focusing on success instead of happinessand learn to achieve something for yourself and your children. You''ll gain valuable and actionable knowledge you can apply immediately in areas like: Positive psychology and how children''s brains actually function How to search for a chi

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Book SynopsisUnlock your storytelling journey with expert guidance Memoir writing isn't just for celebrities and politicians. For anyone prone to self-reflection and ready to give shape to your memories and experiences,Memoir Writing For Dummiesis your definitive guide. This book offers a concrete roadmap for writing a captivating memoir. Get advice on exploring your past, mapping out your story, and perfecting your plot, setting, character, and dialogue. You'll also find information on recruiting the help of AI and digital media for a more dynamic storytelling experience. Whether you're an amateur author with a story to tell or a bestselling author trying out a new genre,Memoir Writing For Dummieswill guide you every step of the way. Gain a deep understanding of the memoir genre and kickstart your journey into autobiographical writingLearn how to structure your memoir to grab readers' attention from the first page and keep them engrossed throughoutOrganize your thoughts, address sensitive topic

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Book SynopsisThis timely book examines what a meaningful school accountability system could look like in England. The book starts with a deep dive into our current inspection model, discussing some of the current pressures within the system, and comparing our inspection approach to that of other countries and sectors. It moves on to show how Ofsted and school inspections are perceived and portrayed - using first-hand accounts, academic papers, government publications, and media reports - and pulls together some of the current thinking on how the model could be improved. The author ends with her own proposals for a more meaningful and humane school accountability system. She suggests we rethink what we do, and how we do it, with a call for wide-ranging consultation leading to evidence-informed reform of the school inspection process.

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Book SynopsisThis Student Book is designe to be used in conjunction with the AQA Media Studies for A-level Student Book, which focuses on the theoretical concepts you need to learn and apply. Each case study offers:- Links to relevant chapters of the Student Book, to connect the CSPs with the theorical knowledge required- ''Apply it'' questions to encourage you to work with the ideas being discussed for yourself- Quick questions to help you test your applications of the ideas, with answers provided to check your knowledge.

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Book SynopsisThe A-Z of Great Classrooms is a celebration of that magical double act of teaching and learning, organised around the 26 letters of the English alphabet.Over the past twenty years as a reviewer and inspector of schools and colleges in the UK and across the world, Roy Blatchford CBE has visited over 15,000 lessons in more than 1,000 settings. In this book he seeks to distil what happens in classrooms where learners are engaged and excited by what the skilled and knowledgeable teacher presents, weaving in examples, analysis and personal reflections.Roy Blatchford notes in the introduction: ''Across continents I have enjoyed being in the presence of children, young people and adults being taught by teachers who love their work and whose passion for subject shines through their every gesture and every word. The best lessons - you just don''t want them to end!''And there''s nothing quite like the professional privilege of being in such classrooms, laborato

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Book SynopsisEvery year thousands of research papers, guidance documents and educational aims are published on pupil mental health and wellbeing. Many of them offer insightful ideas and theories, but what is often lacking is a clear route for busy classroom teachers to apply these findings. A focus on wellbeing is here to stay, but what does it mean? How does it apply to the curriculum? And what is a teacher''s role? This book critically explores the importance of being a research-informed teacher, assesses some of the key health and wellbeing areas that class teachers can directly affect, and offers practical advice on how to do this. Designed in part to create a clearer pathway for classroom teachers to ensure that, while already spinning their many existing plates, the health and wellbeing needs of their pupils can be met effectively.Teaching, like healthcare, has infinite capabilities to contribute to social improvement both for the individual and wider society. Teachers go above and

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Book Synopsis'Entertaining...essential...peppered with brilliant observations' Tim Shipman, Sunday Times Andrew Gimson, whose previous book Boris is the essential read on Johnson's earlier career, returns with a penetrating and entertaining new account of Boris Johnson's turbulent time as prime minister, from the highs of a landslide election victory to the lows of his car-crash resignation.  In Boris Johnson: The Rise and Fall of a Troublemaker at Number 10, Gimson sets out to discover how a man dismissed as a liar, charlatan and tasteless joke was able, despite being written off more frequently than any other British politician of the twenty-first century, to become prime minister. During his ascent, Johnson benefited from being regarded as a clown, for this meant his opponents failed to take him seriously, while his supporters delighted in his ability to shock and enrage the Establishment. He even changed the language of politicsTrade Review'Engaging, perceptive and often funny. Gimson, a former parliamentary sketch writer for the Daily Telegraph, has an eye for detail and a sense of the absurd...littered with entertaining and revealing vignettes' -- Rachel Sylvester * The Times *'Entertaining...this is an essential book for anyone who seeks to understand [Johnson]. Gimson has a profound understanding of the character and urges of his subject... peppered with brilliant observations...A book that is elegant, wise and full of waspish delight...much to entertain, amuse and provoke thought.' -- Tim Shipman * Sunday Times *'Thought-provoking, exceptionally well written and informed by a deep knowledge of political history.' -- Andrew Sparrow * Guardian *'Understanding how someone like Johnson became prime minister is both interesting and important... Gimson's tone is that of a witty and cynical dinner companion providing an insight into a famous friend... Johnson's attributes are reflected in this biography. It is entertaining and often funny.' -- David Gauke * New Statesman *'Well-written, with a discerning eye for detail, Andrew Gimson’s biography sets out to understand the electoral appeal of a man so frequently dismissed as a charlatan and a clown.'. -- Keith Simpson * The House *

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER 'His vision, ideas and passion shine through on every page' Ed Balls'Compelling, challenging, inspiring and very timely' Piers Morgan'Immensely powerful and persuasive...I found it exhilarating throughout' Joanna LumleyWhen the Covid-19 pandemic swept across the globe in 2020, it created an unprecedented impact. But out of such disruption can come a new way of thinking, and in this superb book, updated to include the latest events in Ukraine and at COP26, former UK prime minister Gordon Brown offers his solutions to the challenges we face now and in the future. In the book, he states that there are seven major global problems we must address: global health; climate change and environmental damage; nuclear proliferation; global financial instability; the humanitarian crisis and global poverty; the barriers to education and opportu

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Book Synopsis‘A stunning and devastating indictment of a society scarred and defined by inequality, by one of the most charismatic and compelling voices in politics today’ Owen Jones ‘Faiza’s work is living proof that you don’t have to choose between focusing on class and battling racism, or to triangulate on hate in order to advance a political cause. She’s a testament to the power of rising with your community, and not out of it’ Ash Sarkar'Shaheen overcame a plethora of barriers to get to Oxford and become a leading statistician. In this thought-provoking read, she uses her own unlikely story to probe how society defines your chances in life – and what we can do about it' i At four years old, Dr Faiza Shaheen was told by her mum that one day she would study at the University of Oxford. As the daughter of a car mechanic attending state schools, the odds were l

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Book SynopsisA POWERFUL MEMOIR AND MANIFESTO CHALLENGING WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A BLACK MAN IN BRITAIN “A blisteringly honest take on contemporary Britishness that manages to be both nuanced and shocking. Highly recommended.” Afua Hirsch, author of Brit(ish)  You’re a black man.    Aggressive. Athletic.  Feared. Fetishised.  Policed. Politicised.   It’s limiting. It’s tiring. And it’s not true.    What makes a man in the 21st century? For generations ‘being a man’ has meant behaving in a very particular way. It has meant being strong, sexually assertive and overtly heterosexual. Assumptions around masculinity have been the root cause of countless problems which, to this day, continue to affect the whole of society.  When the question of masculinity intersects with race, these assumptions too

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Book SynopsisCharmain Bynoe, a council housing officer for the London borough of Southwark, inspired the nation when she appeared on the TV series Council House Britain. Now, in The Estate, she shines a light on the challenges faced by so many of our citizens and provides heartwarming and inspirational stories of how they have been helped to help themselves. The role of our council housing officers is often overlooked and forgotten about. But their work is vital and, for some, the officers are their best hope for a better quality of life. Sometimes, Charmain works with those who are struggling to cope, finding it hard to keep a roof over their heads or to deal with day-to-day challenges. All they may need is some hope, and she is there to suggest a way forward. In Charmain's powerful new book, she looks back at some of the people she's worked with, from the old man who lives in squalor because he can no longer keep his flat tidy and needs support, to th

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Book SynopsisThe West feels lost. Brexit, Trump, the coronavirus: we hurtle from one crisis to another, lacking definition, terrified that our best days are behind us. The central argument of this book is that we can only face the future with hope if we have a proper sense of tradition political, social and religious. We ignore our past at our peril. The problem, argues Tim Stanley, is that the Western tradition is anti-tradition, that we have a habit of discarding old ways and old knowledge, leaving us uncertain how to act or, even, of who we really are.In this wide-ranging book, we see how tradition can be both beautiful and useful, from the deserts of Australia to the court of nineteenth-century Japan. Some of the concepts defended here are highly controversial in the modern West: authority, nostalgia, rejection of self and the hunt for spiritual transcendence. We''ll even meet a tribe who dress up their dead relatives and invite them to tea. Stanley illustrateTrade ReviewThis is a rich and reflective book, based on wide reading and personal experience. * Literary Review *Whatever Happened to Tradition? is stuffed with marvellous vignettes… the reader is left feeling grateful for the abundance of knowledge and the ebullient conviction with which it is shared. -- Allison Pearson * Telegraph *The writer he most resembles is Roger Scruton… Since Scruton died last year, there is a vacancy for a political philosopher who will defend the traditions of this nation with all his heart and all his considerable brain. I suspect we may have found his successor. -- Allison Pearson * Telegraph *This book is brilliant. It's really radical in a way that all the other stuff that says it's radical is not. It really gives you an idea that there is something else outside this airless bubble of the self we are stuck in today. I find that kind of inspiring. -- Adam Curtis, filmmakerHe persuasively presents tradition as rooting us in the world and in society, and as subtly adaptable. -- Jane O’Grady * The Daily Telegraph *Roger Scruton’s death deprived public discourse of its most intelligent and cogent defender of tradition, but Tim Stanley’s Whatever Happened to Tradition? steps bravely into the breach. * Church Times *Tim Stanley suggests in his engaging way that fidelity to the past determines future happiness — for our civilisation, not just our souls. -- Christopher Howse * The Spectator *The book is warmly recommended...it is full of fascinating fact and anecdotes...it is such a refreshing challenge to the sad and lazy assumptions of our age. * faith.org.uk *Table of ContentsIntroduction PART ONE 1 Defining Tradition 2 The West’s War on Tradition 3 The Invention of Tradition 4 The Uses of Nostalgia PART TWO 5 Hurrah for the Old 6 Tradition and Identity 7 Tradition and Order 8 Tradition and Freedom 9 Tradition and Equality 10 Tradition and Faith Conclusion Notes Acknowledgements Index

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