why empires fall peter heather john rapley

What can the fall of Rome teach us about the decline of the West today? A historian and a political economist, both experts in their field, investigate Over the last three centuries, the West rose to dominate the planet. Then, suddenly, around the turn of the millennium, history reversed. Faced with economic stagnation and internal political division, the West has found itself in rapid decline.This is not the first time the global order has witnessed such a dramatic rise and fall. The Roman Empire followed a similar arc from dizzying power to disintegration - a fact that is more than a strange historical coincidence. In Why Empires Fall, historian Peter Heather and political economist John Rapley use this Roman past to think anew about the contemporary West, its state of crisis, and what paths we could take out of it.In this exceptional, transformative intervention, Heather and Rapley explore the uncanny parallels - and productive differences - between the two cases, moving beyond the familiar tropes of invading barbarians and civilizational decay to learn new lessons from ancient history. From 399 to 1999, the life cycles of empires, they argue, sow the seeds of their inevitable destruction. The era of western ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The death of the Roman Empire is one of the perennial mysteries of world history. Now, in this groundbreaking book, Peter Heather proposes a stunning new solution: Centuries of imperialism turned the neighbors Rome called barbarians into an enemy capable of dismantling an Empire that had dominated their lives for so long. A leading authority on the late Roman Empire and on the barbarians, Heather relates the extraordinary story of how Europe''s barbarians, transformed by centuries of contact with Rome on every possible level, eventually pulled the empire apart. He shows first how the Huns overturned the existing strategic balance of power on Rome''s European frontiers, to force the Goths and others to seek refuge inside the Empire. This prompted two generations of struggle, during which new barbarian coalitions, formed in response to Roman hostility, brought the Roman west to its knees. The Goths first destroyed a Roman army at the battle of Hadrianople in 378, and went on to sack Rome in 410. The Vandals spread devastation in Gaul and Spain, before conquering North Africa, the breadbasket of the Western Empire, in 439. We then meet Attila the Hun, whose reign of terror swept from Constantinople to Paris, but ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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'A fascinating story about a religion in a surprisingly precarious position' Dan Jones, Sunday Times'Superb storytelling ... captivating and profound' Literary Review'A page-turner' The SpectatorIn the fourth century AD, a new faith exploded out of Palestine. Overwhelming the paganism of Rome, and converting the Emperor Constantine in the process, it resoundingly defeated a host of other rivals.Almost a thousand years later, all of Europe was controlled by Christian rulers, and the religion, ingrained within culture and society, exercised a monolithic hold over its population. But, as Peter Heather shows in this compelling history, there was nothing inevitable about Christendom's rise to Europe-wide dominance. In exploring how the Christian religion became such a defining feature of the European landscape, and how a small sect of isolated congregations was transformed into a mass movement centrally directed from Rome, Heather shows how Christendom constantly battled against both so-called 'heresies' and other forms of belief.From the crisis that followed the collapse of the Roman Empire, which left the religion teetering on the edge of extinction, to the astonishing revolution in which the Papacy emerged as the head of a vast international corporation, Heather traces Christendom's chameleon-like capacity for self-reinvention and willingness to mobilize well-directed ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From John Gray, author of the phenomenal multi-million copy bestseller Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, comes the definitive book for men and women seeking lasting love in the face of modern pressures.Why Mars and Venus Collide is the most important relationships manual since Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus redefined the boundaries of male and female relationships.Men and women are different – we all know that. But if our genes have stood still then social changes have not. Overworked, stressed-out and time-poor, we can barely keep up with the frenzied pace of our lives – and our relationships are breaking down as a result.In Why Mars and Venus Collide, John Gray, the best-selling relationships author of all time, shows how everyone can strengthen their relationships and make them last.He explains:Why couples fight – the physiological reasons why females and males behave differently under stress,How to stop fighting,How to seek support – and find it,How to lower your stress levels in everyday life,How to communicate equably and amicably, even when you’re raging inside.Now repackaged to relate to a new generation of readers, Why Mars And Venus Collide proves why John Gray is known as the greatest ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Why do we make things? Why do we choose the emotionally and physically demanding work of bringing new objects into the world with creativity and skill? Why does it matter that we make things well? What is the nature of work? And what is the nature of a good life?Whether you''re honing your craft or turning your hand to a new skill, discover the true value in what it means to be a craftsman in a mass-produced world.Part memoir, part polemic, part philosophical reflection, this is a book about the process of creation. For woodworker Peter Korn, the challenging work of bringing something new and meaningful into the world through one''s own efforts is exactly what generates authenticity, meaning, and fulfilment, for which many of us yearn. This is not a ''how-to'' book in any sense, Korn wants to get at the ''why'' of craft in particular, and the satisfaction of creative work in general, to understand its essential nature.How does the making of objects shape our identities? How do the products of creative work inform society? In short, what does the process of making things reveal to us about ourselves? Korn draws on four decades of hands-on experience to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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If you want to know what anthropology is, look at what anthropologists do. This Very Short Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology combines an accessible account of some of the disciplines guiding principles and methodology with abundant examples and illustrations of anthropologists at work. Peter Just and John Monaghan begin by discussing anthropologys most important contributions to modern thought: its investigation of culture as a distinctively human characteristic, its doctrine of cultural relativism, and its methodology of fieldwork and ethnography. They then examine specific ways in which social and cultural anthropology have advanced our understanding of human society and culture, drawing on examples from their own fieldwork. The book ends with an assessment of anthropologys present position, and a look forward to its likely future. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Mutual fund superstar Peter Lynch and author John Rothchild explain the basic principles of the stock market and business in an investing guide that will enlighten and entertain anyone who is high school age or older.Many investors, including some with substantial portfolios, have only the sketchiest idea of how the stock market works. The reason, say Lynch and Rothchild, is that the basics of investing—the fundamentals of our economic system and what they have to do with the stock market—aren’t taught in school. At a time when individuals have to make important decisions about saving for college and 401(k) retirement funds, this failure to provide a basic education in investing can have tragic consequences. For those who know what to look for, investment opportunities are everywhere. The average high school student is familiar with Nike, Reebok, McDonald’s, the Gap, and The Body Shop. Nearly every teenager in America drinks Coke or Pepsi, but only a very few own shares in either company or even understand how to buy them. Every student studies American history, but few realize that our country was settled by European colonists financed by public companies in England and Holland—and the basic principles behind public companies haven’t ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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How an Economy Grows and Why it Doesn't uses illustration, humour, and accessible storytelling to explain complex topics of economic growth and monetary systems. In it, economic expert and bestselling author, Peter Schiff, presents economics in two informative, yet thoroughly entertaining tales.

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Low growth has become the economic default in the West. While China and other Asian Tigers continue to steam ahead, western commentators either argue that stagnation is inevitable, ignoring growth in order to focus on other factors such as inflation or inequality, or disclaim growth altogether. In Why the West is Failing, veteran businessman and economist John Mills strongly refutes these arguments. He maintains that the anaemic performance of western economies since the 1970s is due to the dominance of a policy framework that has fatally ignored the importance of industrial competitiveness. He shows that the key to driving up productivity – and thereby growth – is to promote a revival of manufacturing through investment and a competitive exchange rate policy. This would produce the extra resources needed to tackle climate change and reduce the risk of western politics continuing to spiral towards populist excess. It would also allow us to impede the baleful political consequences of Chinese economic domination.

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The second and final omnibus of Peter Gross'' amazing run of The Books of Magic series!The son of a manipulative sorceress and a mystical falconer, Tim Hunter is destined to become the most powerful mage in the world. But as the young Londoner comes to terms with his abilities and future, he must deal with demons and wizards looking to claim his power. In the fourth volume of this enrapturing series, Tim''s magical adventures continue as he has a remarkable encounter with Death, transforms himself into a cat, faces off against an ancient enchantress and celebrates his fourteenth birthday. Readers can enjoy this expansive collection that includes The Books of Magic #33-75, The Books of Magic Annual #1-3, The Books of Faerie #1-3, Vertigo: Winter''s Edge #1-3, Hellblazer: Books of Magic #1-2, Books of Faerie: Molly''s Story #1-4, and Vertigo Secret Files: Hellblazer #1.

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Dětské tenisky Vans GR UNICORN v šedé barvě s označením 96. Model nabízí pohodlné nošení a odolný design vhodný pro aktivní děti. Boty kombinují kvalitní zpracování s charakteristickým stylem značky Vans.

• Kvalitní materiály pro dětskou nohu
• Stylový a unikátní design
• Pohodlná obuv pro každodenní nošení
• Odolná konstrukce pro aktivní děti

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Psychologist and top marriage guru John Gottman has spent twenty years studying what makes a marriage last - now you can use his tested methods to evaluate, strengthen and maintain your long-term relationship. This ground-breaking book will enable you to see where your strengths and weaknesses lie, what specific actions you can take to improve your marriage and how to avoid the damaging patterns that can lead to divorce. It includes: * Practical exercises and techniques that will allow you to understand and make the most of your relationship * Ways to recognise and overcome the attitudes that doom a marriage * Questionnaires that will help you evaluate your relationship * Case studies and anecdotes from real life throughout

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Tento zadní ochranný kryt z měkkého TPU materiálu chrání Samsung Galaxy Note 20 před poškozením. Kryt má přesné výřezy pro všechny konektory a ovládací prvky telefonu. Povrch krytu je protiskluzový a příjemný na dotek.

• Měkký TPU materiál pro snadnou instalaci
• Přesné výřezy pro přístup ke všem konektorům a tlačítkům
• Protiskluzový povrch pro bezpečné držení
• Estetický motiv podzimních květin

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John Deere Gator je detailně zpracovaný model v měřítku 1:16 z plastu. Vozidlo je multifunkční a vhodné pro hru na stavbách, v lese nebo v zemědělství. Je kombinovatelné s figurkami Bworld a obsahuje sklápěcí valník, volant a tažné zařízení.

• Detailně zpracovaný model v měřítku 1:16
• Multifunkční vozidlo pro různé scénáře hry
• Kombinovatelné s figurkami Bworld
• Vhodné pro děti od 4 let

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Sběratelská kachnička představuje postavu Petera Venkmana z filmové série Ghostbusters. Figurka o výšce 5,5 cm je vyrobena z kvalitního plastu s propracovanými detaily. Dodává se v prezentovatelné krabičce s okénkem a je vhodná pro děti od 6 let.

• Detailní design postavy Petera Venkmana z Ghostbusters
• Vysoká kvalita zpracování z odolného plastu
• Atraktivní balení s průhledným okénkem pro sběratele
• Kompaktní velikost 5,5 cm vhodná do sbírky

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Tubbz kachnička představuje miniaturu Johna Wicka v měřítku 5,5 cm s detailním provedením včetně černého obleku. Figurka je určena výhradně pro sběratelské a dekorativní účely. Není vhodná pro použití ve vodě nebo jako hračka.

• Miniaturní detailní zpracování postavy (5,5 cm)
• Věrné zachycení ikonického vzhledu Johna Wicka
• Ideální sběratelský kousek pro fanoušky
• Stylový dekorativní prvek do interiéru

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*Now with a brand new introduction from the multimillion-copy bestselling author Peter James*Perfect People is a compelling and thought-provoking thriller from bestselling author Peter James.John and Naomi are grieving the death of their four-year-old son from a rare genetic disorder. They desperately want another child, but, when they find out they are both carriers of a rogue gene, they realize the odds of their next child contracting the same disease are very high.Then they hear about geneticist Doctor Leo Dettore. He has methods that can spare them the heartache of ever losing another child to any disease – even if his methods cost more than they can afford. But surely a healthy child is worth all the money in the world?His clinic is where their nightmare begins.They should have realized that something was wrong when they saw the list. Choices of eye colour, hair, sporting ability. They can literally design their child. Is this what they really wanted? Now it’s too late to turn back. Naomi is pregnant and already she knows something is very wrong . . .''Peter James is one of the best crime writers in the business'' Karin Slaughter''Another stonking story from the master of the craft'' ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Model John Deere Gator od Bruder v měřítku 1:16 je detailně zpracovaná plastová hračka pro děti od 4 let. Vozidlo obsahuje funkční prvky jako sklápěcí valník, volant a tažné zařízení a je dodáváno s figurkou řidiče. Je vhodné pro různé typy herních scénářů včetně zemědělství, lesnictví a stavebnictví.

• Detailní model v měřítku 1:16 s vysokou věrností
• Multifunkční vozidlo vhodné pro různé scénáře hry (stavba, les, zemědělství)
• Obsahuje figurku řidiče a je kompatibilní s dalšími figurkami
• Funkční prvky: sklápěcí valník, volant, tažné zařízení

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Stavebnice LEGO Technic Kombajn John Deere 1470H obsahuje 117 dílků a je určena pro děti od 7 let. Model disponuje otáčivým ramenem, otevíracím drapákem na klády a pružícím podvozkem. Stavbu usnadňuje interaktivní návod v aplikaci LEGO Builder.

• Autentický model kombajnu John Deere s funkčními prvky
• Interaktivní 3D návod v aplikaci LEGO Builder usnadňuje stavění
• Vysoká pohyblivost díky otáčivému rameni a otevíracímu drapáku
• Odolný design s pružícím podvozkem pro realistickou hru

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Přepravník na dřevo John Deere od firmy Bruder je detailně zpracovaný plastový model v měřítku 1:16. Disponuje funkčním chapadlem pro 4 klády, otočným ramenem 360° a otevíratelnou kabinou. Hračka je vhodná pro děti od 3 let a je kombinovatelná s figurkami Bworld.

• Detailně zpracovaný model v měřítku 1:16 od německé firmy Bruder
• Funkční chapadlo pojme až 4 klády a má otočné rameno 360°
• Kombinovatelný s figurkami Bworld pro rozšíření hry
• Otevíratelná kabina s dveřmi a realistické pryžové pneumatiky

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Traktor Bonnie je šroubovací hračka pro děti od 3 let, která rozvíjí motorické schopnosti. Sada obsahuje traktor s přívěsem a kravičku na kolečkách. Všechny části jsou z plastu s bezpečnými zaoblenými hranami.

• Rozvíjí jemnou motoriku a koordinaci prostřednictvím šroubování
• Bezpečný design se zaoblenými hranami pro děti od 3 let
• Možnost kombinace s dalšími hračkami z řady Tomy John Deere
• Pohyblivá kolečka traktoru i kravičky pro snadné tlačení

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Tubbz kachnička představuje postavu Johnnyho Castle z filmu Hříšný tanec v humorném pojetí. Figurka je vyrobena z vinylu a měří 9 cm na výšku. Jedná se o oficiálně licencovaný sběratelský předmět první edice.

• Oficiálně licencovaná figurka postavy Johnny Castle
• Detailní zpracování a věrné provedení
• První edice pro sběratele
• Vyrobeno z kvalitního vinylového materiálu

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Model John Deere Gator XUV 855D v měřítku 1:16 je detailní replika univerzálního terénního vozidla. Vyrábí se z odolných plastů a obsahuje funkční prvky jako sklopnou ložnou plochu a závěs. Je vhodný pro hru dětí v interiéru i exteriéru.

• Realistický detail: Otevírací dveře zavazadlového prostoru, sklopná ložná plocha a závěs pro přívěs.
• Vysoká odolnost: Vyrobeno z kvalitních, nerozbitných plastů, okna kabiny z průhledného odolného materiálu.
• Univerzální použití: Vhodné pro hru doma i venku, věrný model všestranného pracovního vozidla v měřítku 1:16.

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Traktor BRUDER 3150 Farmer John Deere kombinuje nízkou hmotnost s vysokým výkonem. Model obsahuje realistické prvky jako otevírací kapotu a dveře. Díky kyvadlové nápravě a prodloužení řízení zajišťuje pohodlnou jízdu.

• Realistické detaily včetně otevírací kapoty a dveří
• Vynikající ovladatelnost díky vestavěné kyvadlové nápravě
• Kompatibilita s přívěsy ze zemědělské řady BRUDER
• Možnost přepravy postav bworld v kabině

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Bruder 2032 Balíkovač John Deere je detailně zpracovaný plastový model v měřítku 1:16. Model je kombinovatelný s traktory řady 2000 a 3000 a je vhodný pro děti od 4 let. Výrobek obsahuje jeden balík a pochází z Německa.

• Detailně zpracovaný model značky Bruder
• Kombinovatelný se všemi traktory řady 2000 a 3000
• Vhodný pro děti již od 4 let
• Kvalitní německý plastový materiál

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Model traktoru John Deere 5115M v měřítku 1:16 od značky Bruder nabízí realistické detaily a funkce. Hračka obsahuje posuvnou střechu, otevíratelnou kapotu motoru, odnímatelné čelní závaží a říditelnou přední nápravu. Je kompatibilní s příslušenstvím jako čelní nakladače a figurkami Bworld.

• Detailně zpracovaný model v měřítku 1:16 s vysokou funkčností
• Možnost ovládání přes střešní otvor s prodlouženým volantem
• Kombinovatelnost s příslušenstvím (nakladače, valníky) a figurkami Bworld
• Robustní konstrukce z ABS plastu vhodná pro děti od 3 let

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Traktor John Deere 7R 350 je detailně zpracovaný model v měřítku 1:16 z vysoce kvalitního ABS plastu. Disponuje řiditelnou přední nápravou, otevíratelnou kapotou motoru a dveřmi, standardním závěsným zařízením a možností připojení příslušenství. Je vhodný pro děti od 3 let a kombinovatelný s figurkami Bworld.

• Vysoce kvalitní ABS plast s lesklým povrchem bez otřepů a přetoků
• Řiditelná přední off-road náprava a otevíratelná kapota motoru i dveře
• Možnost připojení nakladačů, valníků a kombinace s figurkami Bworld
• Ovládání pomocí volantu nebo prodlouženého volantu přes střešní otvor

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Přívěs balíkovač slámy Bruder 02017 je detailní model v měřítku 1:16. Vyroben je z plastu německou firmou Bruder a obsahuje funkční sklopnou rampu. Model je určen pro děti od 3 let a lze jej připojit k traktorům John Deere.

• Detailně zpracovaný model v měřítku 1:16
• Funkční sklopná zadní rampa pro manipulaci s balíky
• Vyrobeno z kvalitního plastu v Německu
• Kompatibilní s traktory John Deere (prodává se samostatně)

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Shortlisted for the Orwell Prize 2016We all depend on the finance sector. We need it to store our money, manage our payments, finance housing stock, restore infrastructure, fund retirement and support new business. But these roles comprise only a tiny sliver of the sector''s activity: the vast majority of lending is within the finance sector. So what is it all for? What is the purpose of this activity? And why is it so profitable?John Kay, a distinguished economist with wide experience of the financial sector, argues that the industry''s perceived profitability is partly illusory, and partly an appropriation of wealth created elsewhere - of other people''s money. The financial sector, he shows, has grown too large, detached itself from ordinary business and everyday life, and has become an industry that mostly trades with itself, talks to itself, and judges itself by reference to standards which it has itself generated. And the outside world has itself adopted those standards, bailing out financial institutions that have failed all of us through greed and mismanagement. We need finance, but today we have far too much of a good thing. In Other People''s Money John Kay shows in his inimitable style what has gone ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Executive leadership is a team sport.As part of an executive team, you wear many hats. Not only are you responsible for working with other senior leaders to establish strategic goals and ensure their execution, you''re also making tough decisions, shaping organizational culture, and communicating regularly with employees.If you read nothing else on working effectively as an executive team member, read these 10 articles. We''ve combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you build the skills you need as a senior leader and set your team up for success.This book will inspire you to:Assemble a group that will think boldly and work harmoniouslyChart a course to innovation and competitive advantageLead through transformation and other organizational changeAvoid common traps when making strategic decisionsGrow talent throughout the company, especially in underrepresented groupsThis collection of articles includes "Reinventing Your Leadership Team," by Paul Leinwand, Mahadeva Matt Mani, and Blair Sheppard; "A Smarter Way to Network," by Rob Cross and Robert Thomas; "Leadership That Gets Results," by Daniel Goleman; "The Hidden Traps in Decision-Making," by John S. Hammond, Ralph L. Keeney, and Howard Raiffa; "Stop Wasting Valuable Time," by Michael C. Mankins; "Transient Advantage," by Rita ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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‘A sense of delight permeates Gyles Brandreth’s John Gielgud: An Actor’s Life … Brandreth combines neat reportage, deft evocation and lovely tales about a man he knew and relished.’ – The Times‘A delightful memoir which tells you all you need to know and collects all the anecdotes.’ – Daily MailJohn Gielgud was born in April 1904. When he died in May 2000, he was honoured as ‘the giant of twentieth-century theatre’. In this updated, acclaimed biography, Gyles Brandreth draws from over thirty years of conversations with Gielgud to tell the extraordinary story of a unique actor, film star, director and raconteur.In 1921 Gielgud made his first appearance at the Old Vic in London and through the next eight decades he dominated his profession – initially as a classical actor, later in plays by Harold Pinter and Alan Bennett. In his twenties he had appeared in silent movies; more than half a century later, he emerged as a Hollywood star, winning his first Oscar at the age of seventy-eight.With wonderful anecdotes, and contributions from Kenneth Branagh, Alec Guinness, Paul Scofield, Donald Sinden, Judi Dench and Peter Hall, John Gielgud: An Actor’s Life is a compelling, humorous and moving account of a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Change is constant—so become great at it.If you read nothing else on change management, read this book. We''ve chosen a new selection of current and classic Harvard Business Review articles that will help you lead initiatives effectively, avoid common mistakes, and capture the full value of your change effort. This book will inspire you to:Communicate the benefits of change clearlyWin support through compelling storytellingGain buy-in from peers and leadersConvince decision-makers to take actionOvercome attempts to undermine transformationBuild organizational agility and resilienceThis collection of articles includes "Leading Change: Why Transformation Efforts Fail," by John P. Kotter; "Transformations That Work," by Michael Mankins and Patrick Litre; "Let Go of What Made Your Company Great," by Vijay Govindarajan; "Persuade Your Company to Change Before It''s Too Late," by Pontus M. A. Siren, Scott D. Anthony, and Utsav Bhatt; "Getting Reorgs Right," by Stephen Heidari-Robinson and Suzanne Heywood; "Six Steps for Gaining Employee Buy-In," by Andrea Belk Olson; "Storytelling That Drives Bold Change," by Frances X. Frei and Anne Morriss; "Organize Your Transformation Around Purpose and Benefits," by Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez; "The Network Secrets of Great Change Agents," by Julie Battilana and Tiziana Casciaro; "What Everyone Gets Wrong About Change Management," by N. Anand and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A NEW YORKER BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR • USA TODAY BOOK CLUB PICK • ONE OF AUDIBLE''S BEST BIOS AND MEMOIRS OF 2023 • “A raw, intimate look at [Hendrickson''s] life with a stutter. It’s a profoundly moving book that will reshape the way you think about people living with this condition.”—Esquire • A candid memoir about a lifelong struggle to speak. “Life On Delay brims with empathy and honesty . . . It moved me in ways that I haven’t experienced before. It’s fantastic.”—Clint Smith, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller How the Word Is Passed“I can’t remember the last time I read a book that made me want to both cry and cheer so much, often at the same time.”—Robert Kolker, best-selling author of Hidden Valley RoadIn the fall of 2019, John Hendrickson wrote a groundbreaking story for The Atlantic about Joe Biden’s decades-long journey with stuttering, as well as his own. The article went viral, reaching readers around the world and altering the course of Hendrickson’s life. Overnight, he was forced to publicly confront an element of himself that still caused him great pain.He soon learned he wasn’t alone with his feelings: strangers who ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Featuring 60 beautiful and detailed maps, Atlas of Empires tells the story of how and why the great empires of history came into being, operated, and ultimately declined, and discusses the future of the empire in today''s globalized world. Atlas of Empires tells the story of how and why the great empires of history came into being, operated and ultimately declined, and discusses the future of the empire in today''s globalized world. Featuring 60 beautiful and detailed maps of the empires'' territories at different stages of their existence and organized thematically to reflect the different driving forces behind empires throughout history (such as faith, nomadic culture, nationhood and capitalism), each section discusses the rise and fall of the empires that existed in a region: their government and society, wealth and technology, war and military force, and religious beliefs. From the earliest empires of the Sumerians and the Pharaohs to the modern empires of the USSR and the European Union, this is a story that reveals how empires are created and organized, how later empires resolve the problems of governance faced by earlier empires, and how the political and cultural legacies of ancient empires are still felt today.

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A fun, quirky science series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! Why don''t your eyeballs fall out? Why is blood red? And what exactly is a bellybutton for? A Question of Science: Human Body answers all these questions and much more.With an engaging question and answer format, these books draw kids into science in a fun way. Each book features one question per spread with a clear explanation to follow, diagrams and fun and humorous illustrations. The quirky questions are designed to range from those that children will often ask to things they may never have thought of, but will still be keen to know the answer to.Perfect reading for curious young scientists aged 8 and up.Other books in the series include:Why doesn''t the Moon fall down? And other questions about forcesWhy does a mirror show things back to front? And other questions about lightHow can a plant eat a fly? And other questions about plantsWhere does lightning come from? And other questions about electricity Why can''t penguins fly? And other questions about animals Why is ice slippery? And other questions about materials Can you hear sounds in space? And other questions about sound

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Simon Sinek's recent video on 'The Millennial Question' went viral with over 180 million views. Find Your Why is the follow up to Start with Why, the global bestseller and the subject of the third most watched TED Talk of all time.With Start With Why, Simon Sinek inspired a movement to build a world in which the vast majority of us can feel safe while we are at work and fulfilled when we go home at night. Now, along with two of his colleagues, Peter Docker and David Mead, Sinek has created a guide to the most important step any business can take: finding your why.This easy-to-follow guide starts with the search for your personal why, and then expands to helping your colleagues find your organization's why. With detailed instructions on every stage in the process, the book also answer common concerns, such as: What if my why sounds like my competitor's? Can you have more than one why? And, if my work doesn't match my why, what do I do?Whether you're entry level or a CEO, whether your team is run by the founder or a recent hire, these simple steps will lead you on a path to a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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After the success of How Did Long John Silver Lose His Leg?, Dennis Butts and Peter Hunt take their forensic lenses to more mysteries that have troubled readers of children''s books over the centuries. Their questions range from the historical to the philosophical, some of which are puzzling, some of which are controversial:- Why does it seem there are no Nursery Rhymes before 1744?- Why did God start to die in children''s books long before Nietzsche noticed it?- Why are the schoolgirls at Enid Blyton''s St Clare''s so horrible?- Why are there so many dead parents littering children''s books?- Why does C.S. Lewis annoy so many people?The book also explains why an elephant captures Adolph Hitler, who was Biggles''s great love, and whose side G.A. Henty was on in the American civil war, and delivers a plethora of erudite, entertaining answers to questions that you may not have thought of asking. And notably, of course, it reveals why William George Bunter, the Fat Owl of the Remove, was never permanently removed from Greyfriars School.

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This book by the author of Why Am I Afraid to Love? contains insights on self-awareness, personal growth and communication with others. Why do people continually hide their real selves from the people around them? Why are so many so insecure and afraid to open up? The answer, explains John Powell, is that maturity is reached by communicating and interacting with others. This book considers the consequences our real self faces if no one else ever finds out what we are like. In this enduring classic, the companion to Why Am I Afraid to Love?, John Powell explains how to be more emotionally open, and shows how people adopt roles and play psychological games to protect their inner selves. The courage to be our real selves can be developed, and then we can begin to grow. Now newly designed for a fresh audience, Why Am I Afraid to Tell You Who I Am? is as relevant as it has been for twenty years. With a proven track record, it continues to speak to the needs and aspirations of people today. It is best included in self help sections of general bookshops, but also has a religious appeal.

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Why Political Democracy Must Go is an insightful analysis of the origins of the socialist movement in the United States, written by famed journalist John Reed, one of the most distinguished American writers on the subject. Although one of socialism’s fiercest proponents, Reed exposes the myth of ‘democratic socialism’ by providing an overview of the development of socialist thought in America. His devastating critique of political democracy argues that socialism cannot be achieved through democratic means.Originally published in 1919 in serial form, Why Political Democracy Must Go provides critical historical insight on the evolution of socialist thought in the United States. Today, when there is renewed interest in socialism on the American political scene, this notable series of essays reveals the underpinnings of socialist thought. Reed’s analysis will be of interest to those on all sides of the political spectrum.Born in Portland, Oregon, on October 22, 1887, Harvard educated John Reed was considered one of the most remarkable journalists of his generation. He became famous for his first-hand accounts of the Mexican Revolution, where he rode alongside Pancho Villa, and for his acclaimed account of the Russian Revolution, Ten Days that Shook the World. Reed was also a political activist ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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WINNER OF THE COSTA BIOGRAPHY AWARD 2021THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE 2021A SUNDAY TIMES AND TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEARA dramatic, gripping account of the rise and fall of the notorious business tycoon Robert Maxwell from the acclaimed author of A Very English Scandal.''The best biography yet of the media magnate Robert Maxwell - by turns engrossing, amusing and appalling'' Robert Harris, Sunday Times''Electrifying... the supreme chronicler of modern British scandals'' Mail on SundayRobert Maxwell was a very British success. Born an Orthodox Jew, he escaped the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia, fought in the Second World War, and was decorated for his heroism with the Military Cross. He went on to become a Labour MP and an astonishingly successful businessman, owning a number of newspapers and publishing companies. But after his dead body was discovered floating in waters around his superyacht, his empire fell apart as long-hidden debts and unscrupulous dealings came to light. Within a few days, Maxwell was being reviled as the embodiment of greed and corruption.What went so wrong? How did a man who had once laid such store on the importance of ethics and good behaviour become reduced to a bloated, amoral ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The world’s leading expert on Osama bin Laden delivers for the first time the definitive biography of a man who set the course of American foreign policy for the 21st century, and whose ideological heirs we continue to battle today. In The Rise and Fall of Osama bin Laden, Peter Bergen provides the first reevaluation of the man responsible for precipitating America’s long wars with al-Qaeda and its descendants, capturing bin Laden in all the dimensions of his life: as a family man, as a zealot, as a battlefield commander, as a terrorist leader, and as a fugitive. The book sheds light on his many contradictions: he was the son of a billionaire, yet insisted his family live like paupers. He adored his wives and children, depending on two of his wives, both of whom had PhDs, to make important strategic decisions. Yet he also brought ruin to his family. He was fanatically religious, yet willing to kill thousands of civilians in the name of Islam. He inspired deep loyalty yet, in the end, his bodyguards turned against him. And while he inflicted the most lethal act of mass murder in United States history, he failed to achieve any of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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An original study of empire creation and its consequences, from ancient through early modern timesThe world’s first great empires established by the ancient Persians, Chinese, and Romans are well known, but not the empires that emerged on their margins in response to them over the course of 2,500 years. These counterempires or shadow empires, which changed the course of history, include the imperial nomad confederacies that arose in Mongolia and extorted resources from China rather than attempting to conquer it, as well as maritime empires such as ancient Athens that controlled trade without seeking territorial hegemony. In Shadow Empires, Thomas Barfield identifies six kinds of counterempire and explores their rise, politics, economics, and longevity. What all these counterempires had in common was their interactions with existing empires that created the conditions for their development. When highly successful, these counterempires left the shadows to become the world’s largest empires—for example, those of the medieval Muslim Arabs and of the Mongol heirs of Chinggis Khan. Three former shadow empires—Manchu Qing China, Tsarist Russia, and British India—made this transformation in the late eighteenth century and came to rule most of Eurasia. However, the DNA of their origins endured in their unique ruling strategies. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The world’s leading expert on Osama bin Laden delivers for the first time the “riveting” (The New York Times) definitive biography of a man who set the course of American foreign policy for the 21st century and whose ideological heirs we continue to battle today.In The Rise and Fall of Osama bin Laden, Peter Bergan provides the first reevaluation of the man responsible for precipitating America’s long war with al-Qaeda and its decedents, capturing bin Laden in all the dimensions of his life: as a family man, as a zealot, as a battlefield commander, as a terrorist leader, and as a fugitive. The book sheds light on his many contradictions: he was the son of a billionaire yet insisted his family live like paupers. He adored his wives and children, depending on his two wives, both of whom had PhDs, to make critical strategic decisions. Yet, he also brought ruin to his family. He was fanatically religious but willing to kill thousands of civilians in the name of Islam. He inspired deep loyalty, yet, in the end, his bodyguards turned against him. And while he inflicted the most lethal act of mass murder in United States history, he failed to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Asian empires led the world economically, scientifically and culturally for hundreds of years, and posed a constant challenge to the countries of Europe. How and why did those empires gain such power, and lose it? What legacies did they leave? This major book brings together a team of distinguished historians and 200 illustrations to survey seven great Asian empires that rose and fell between 800 CE and the mid-20th century: the Mongol Empire, Ming Dynasty of China, Khmer Empire, Ottoman Empire, Safavid Empire of Persia, Mughal Empire of India and the Meiji Restoration in Japan. Splendidly illustrated and compellingly written, The Great Empires of Asia shows how those seven empires played a key role in forming today’s global civilization – and how, with the renewed ascendancy of Asia, their legacies will help shape the continent’s future.Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Distinctiveness of Asian Empires • 1. Central Asia: The Mongols 1206–1405 • 2. China: The Ming 1368–1644 • 3. South East Asia: The Khmer 802–1566 • 4. Asia Minor and Beyond: The Ottomans 1281–1922 • 5. Persia: The Safavids 1501–1722 • 6. India: The Mughals 1526–1868 • 7. Japan: The Meiji Restoration 1868–1945

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Islamic Gunpowder Empires provides readers with a history of Islamic civilization in the early modern world through a comparative examination of Islam''s three greatest empires: the Ottomans (centered in what is now Turkey), the Safavids (in modern Iran), and the Mughals (ruling the Indian subcontinent). Author Douglas Streusand explains the origins of the three empires; compares the ideological, institutional, military, and economic contributors to their success; and analyzes the causes of their rise, expansion, and ultimate transformation and decline. Streusand depicts the three empires as a part of an integrated international system extending from the Atlantic to the Straits of Malacca, emphasizing both the connections and the conflicts within that system. He presents the empires as complex polities in which Islam is one political and cultural component among many. The treatment of the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal empires incorporates contemporary scholarship, dispels common misconceptions, and provides an excellent platform for further study.

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Hra na PC - elektronická licence, klíč pro Steam, žánr: strategie, 68% Balíček dvou dílů ze série Space Empires vás zavede do vesmíru. Můžete se těšit na Space Empires IV Deluxe a Space Empires V. V nejnovějším dílu strategie Space Empires V najdete aktualizované uživatelské prostředí. Hra vás zavede do real-time 3D vesmíru, kde můžete sledovat vesmírné bitvy. Vyberte si z mnoha možností Můžete prozkoumávat vesmír, rozšiřovat svá území a bojovat v bitvách s nepřáteli. Space Empires VV této...

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Major Kuneš se vrací a s ním přichází… RAPL. Druhá řada úspěšného detektivního seriálu. Jáchymovské detašované pracoviště, které bylo dlouhou dobu trnem v oku byrokratického aparátu, je v rámci restrukturalizace zrušeno a podplukovníka Rohana pověří vedením kriminálky v Ústí nad Labem. Netrvá dlouho a přetáhne tam všechny "své" kriminalisty a stará parta je zase pohromadě.

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Cousins Valerie and Toni McVay have been best friends forever, and when you’re a McVay you need all the friends you can getWhen Toni’s twelfth birthday is marred by a terrible crime, the wicked path of the girls looks set. A decade later, the McVay family aren't the unstoppable force they once were in the Glaswegian criminal underworld but Frankie McVay, the up-and-coming prince, is determined to restore the family to its former glory by whatever means necessary. And the whole family are expected to help. His sister Toni shares her brother’s blood lust but Valerie dreams of a quieter life, and when she meets and falls in love with Seb, as straight as Frankie is bent, as kind as Frankie is wicked, Val sees her way out. Can she escape a family that is determined to own the city, and to keep Valerie firmly in their violent grasp? And will Toni ever let her best friend Val turn her back on the bloody secret they have shared for all these years…Heather Atkinson is back with a treat for all gangland fans. If you love Kimberley Chambers, and Jessie Keane, you’ll love Wicked Girls, and readers of Heather’s Gallowburn series ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Few people question the importance of science education in American schooling. The public readily accepts that it is the key to economic growth through innovation, develops the ability to reason more effectively, and enables us to solve the everyday problems we encounter through knowing how the world works. Good science teaching results in all these benefits and more -- or so we think. But what if all this is simply wrong? What if the benefits we assume science education produces turn out to be an illusion, nothing more than wishful thinking?In Why We Teach Science (and Why We Should), former high school teacher and historian of science education John L. Rudolph examines the reasons we''ve long given for teaching science and assesses how they hold up to what we know about what students really learn (or don''t learn) in science classrooms and what research tells us about how people actually interact with science in their daily lives. The results will surprise you. Instead of more and more rigorous traditional science education to fill the STEM pipeline, Rudolph challenges us to think outside the box and makes the case for an expansive science education aimed instead at rebuilding trust between science ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Reading Augustine is a new line of books offering personal readings of St. Augustine of Hippo from leading philosophers and religious scholars. The aim of the series is to make clear Augustine’s importance to contemporary thought and to present Augustine not only or primarily as a pre-eminent Christian thinker but as a philosophical, spiritual, literary and intellectual icon of the West.Why did the ancients come to adopt monotheism and Christianity? On God, The Soul, Evil and the Rise of Christianity introduces possible answers to that question by looking closely at the development of the thought of Augustine of Hippo, whose complex spiritual trajectory included Gnosticism, academic skepticism, pagan Platonism, and orthodox Christianity. What was so compelling about Christianity and how did Augustine become convinced that his soul could enter into communion with a transcendent God? The apparently sudden shift of ancient culture to monotheism and Christianity was momentous, defining the subsequent nature of Western religion and thought. John Peter Kenney shows us that Augustine offers an unusually clear vantage point to understand the essential ideas that drove that transition.

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