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A dramatic and timely account of Stalin’s failed invasion of
Finland in 1939, and the decade of wars and fraught relations that
followed  In November 1939, Stalin directed his military
leaders to launch an invasion of Finland. In what became known as
the Winter War, the full might of the Soviet army was pitted
against this small Nordic republic. Yet despite their vastly
superior military strength, the Soviets suffered heavy losses and
failed to mount Stalin’s intended full-scale invasion. Â
How did Finland evade Stalin’s crosshairs—not once, but three
times more? Â In this groundbreaking account, Kimmo Rentola
traces the epochal shifts in Soviet-Finnish relations. From the
Winter War to Finland’s exit from World War II in 1944, a
possible Soviet-backed coup in 1948, and Moscow’s designation of
Finland as an enemy state in 1950, Finland was forced to navigate
Stalin’s outsize political and territorial demands. Rentola
presents a dramatic reconstruction of Finland’s unlikely survival
at a time when the nation’s very existence was at stake.
• Builds on the author’s own theoretical concept, ‘The
Transgenerational Atmosphere’ from their first book. • Looks at
the impact of collective trauma including pandemics, natural
disasters, terrorism, war, and the potential long-term
psychological effects. • Explores COVID-19 as an instance of Mass
Trauma, and reflects on the crisis through a psychoanalytic lens,
using clinical material from during the pandemic itself. • Offers
a unique approach through the diarizing of the authors’ own
clinical experiences and responses to the pandemic.
• Builds on the author’s own theoretical concept, ‘The
Transgenerational Atmosphere’ from their first book. • Looks at
the impact of collective trauma including pandemics, natural
disasters, terrorism, war, and the potential long-term
psychological effects. • Explores COVID-19 as an instance of Mass
Trauma, and reflects on the crisis through a psychoanalytic lens,
using clinical material from during the pandemic itself. • Offers
a unique approach through the diarizing of the authors’ own
clinical experiences and responses to the pandemic.
Originally published in 1931. This inquiry investigates and
develops John Cook Wilson's view of the province of logic. It bases
the study on the posthumous collected papers Statement and
Inference. The author seeks to answer questions on the nature of
logic using Cook Wilson's thought. The chapters introduce and
consider topics from metaphysics to grammar and from psychology to
knowledge. An early conception of logic in the sciences and
presenting the work of an important twentieth century philosopher,
this is an engaging work.
Originally published in 1931. This inquiry investigates and
develops John Cook Wilson's view of the province of logic. It bases
the study on the posthumous collected papers Statement and
Inference. The author seeks to answer questions on the nature of
logic using Cook Wilson's thought. The chapters introduce and
consider topics from metaphysics to grammar and from psychology to
knowledge. An early conception of logic in the sciences and
presenting the work of an important twentieth century philosopher,
this is an engaging work.
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Alma (Hardcover)
Judit Berg; Contributions by Judit Polgar; Translated by Richard Robinson
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Developing countries in the tropics often have challenging natural conditions and different institutional and financial institutions to industrialized countries. However, most textbooks on road engineering are based on experience in industrialized countries with temperate climates.
Road Engineering for Development (published as Highway and Traffic Engineering in Developing Countries in its first edition) provides a comprehensive coverage of the planning, design, construction and maintenance of roads in developing and emerging countries. It covers a wide range of technical and non-technical problems that may confront road engineers working in the developing world. This new edition has extended the focus to include those countries of the former Eastern Bloc, which share many institutional issues and the financial problems confronting developing countries.
Designed as a fundamental text for civil engineering students this book also offers a broad, practical view of the subject for practising engineers. It has been written with the assistance of a number of world-renowned specialist professional engineers with many years experience working in Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Central America.
Contents: Preface. Acknowledgements. 1. Roads and Development. 1.1 The meaning of Development. 1.2 Evolution of Development Theory. 1.3 Poverty. 1.4 Evolution of Road Development. 1.5 Impact of Roads on Economic Development. 1.6 Transport and Poverty. 1.7 Impact of Roads on the Transition to a Market Economy. References. 2. Policy. 2.1 The Nature of Policy. 2.2 Government Policy. 2.3 Organisational Policy. 2.4 Integrated Policy. 2.5 Dissemination. 2.6 Performance Indicators. 2.7 Policy Formulation. 2.8 Policy Issues. References. 3. Traffic. 3.1 Introduction. 3.2 Traffic Composition. 3.3 Traffic Flows and Growth. 3.4 Capacity and Speed-flow. 3.5 Increasing Capacity. 3.6 Traffic Information and Data. 4. Traffic Safety. 4.1 Background. 4.2 Nature of the Problem. 4.3 Road Accident Costs. 4.4 Contributory Factors. 4.5 Institutions and Information Systems. 4.6 Improving Road Safety. 4.7 Priorities for Action. 5. Roads and Environment. 5.1 Introduction. 5.2 Environmental Impact Assessment. 5.4 Concluding Remarks. References. 6. Planning Methods. 6.1 The Nature of Planning. 6.2 Strategic Planning. 6.3 Physical Network Planning. 6.4 Transport Demanding Forecasting. 6.5 Plan Development and Implementation. References. 7. Economic Appraisal. 7.1 Purpose. 7.2 Preliminary Considerations. 7.3 Cost Estimation. 7.4 Assessment of Benefits for Major Roads. 7.5 Cost-benefit analysis for Major Roads. 7.6 Minor Roads Appraisal. References. 8. Soil Investigation 8.1 Introduction. 8.2 Evaluation of Existing Information. 8.3 Field Investigation. 8.4 Laboratory Testing. 8.5 Soil Classification 9. Tropical Soils and Rocks. 9.1 Introduction. 9.2 Rocks. 9.3 Soils. References. 10. Hydrology and Drainage. 10.1 Introduction. 10.2 Rainfall. 10.3 Flood Discharge Estiimation. 10.4 Hydraulic Design. 10.5 Longitudinal Drainage Components. 10.6 Cross Drainage Components. 10.7 Culvert Design. 10.8 Erosion and Scour Protection. References. 11. Geometric Design Controls. 11.1 Basic Considerations. 11.2 Approach to Selecting Design Standards. 11.3 Classification of Roads 11.4 Slight Distance. 11.5 Traffic. 11.6 Cross-section. 12. Geometric Alignment Design. 12.1 Geometric Design Elements. 12.2 Horizontal Alignment. 12.3 Vertical Alignment. 12.4 Phasing. 12.5 Alignment Selection. 12.6 Intersections. 12.7 Low-cost Roads. 12.8 Computer-aided Design. References. 13. Earthworks, Unbound and Stabilized Pavements. 13.1 Earthworks. 13.2 Pavement Structure. 13.3 Unbound Pavement Layers. 13.4 Design of Gravel Pavements. 13.5 Stabilized Pavement Layers. References. 14. Asphalt Pavement Materials. 14.1 Asphalt Pavements. 14.2 Bituminous Binders. 14.3 Surface Dressing. 14.4 Premixed Asphalt. References. 15. Structural Design of Asphalt Pavements. 15.1 Introduction. 15.2 Basic Empirical Methods. 15.3 Overseas Road Note 31. 15.4 The AASHTO Method. 15.5 Theoretical-mechanistic Design. 15.6 Overlay Design. 16. Contracts and Work Procurement. 16.1 Project Execution Methods. 16.2 Types of Contract. 16.3 The FIDIC Contract. References. 17. Contract Supervision. 17.1 Introduction. 17.2 Supervision Organisation. 17.3 Quality Control. 17.4 Measurement of Work. 17.5 Payment to the Contractor. 17.6 Progress Control. 17.7 Extension of Time. 17.8 Cost Claims. 17.9 Default of Contractor. 17.10 Supervision Procedures. References. 18. Appropriate Technology. 18.1 Technology Options. 18.2 Choice of Technology. 18.3 Labour-based and Intermediate Methods. 18.4 Equipment Management. References. 19. Maintenance Management. 19.1 The Road Network as an Asset. 19.2 Road Network Management. 19.3 Network Information. 19.4 Assessing Needs. 19.5 Determining Options. 19.6 Choosing Actions. 19.7 Implementation 19.8 Monitoring and Audit. 19.9 Information Systems. References. 20. Maintenance Operations. 20.1 Introduction. 20.2 Classification of Maintenance Activities 20.3 Safety. 20.4 Asphalt Pavements. 20.5 Unpaved Rods. 20.6 Roadside Areas. 20.7 Drainage Systems. 20.8 Traffic Control Devices. 20.9 Implementation. References. 21. The HDM-4 Road Investment Model. 21.1 Introduction. 21.2 Types of Analysis. 21.3 Structure of HDM-4. 21.4 Components of HDM-4. 21.5 Examples of Applications. 22. Institutional Development. 22.1 Introduction. 22.2 Finance. 22.3 Management. 22.4 Ownership and Responsibility. 22.5 Expected Outcomes. References. 23. Training of Staff. 23.1 Purpose of Training. 23.2 Institutional Issues. 23.3 Training Types. 23.4 Training Needs Analysis. 23.5 Planning. 23.6 Detailed Preparation. 23.7 Implementation. References. 24. Development Aid. 24.1 Introduction. 24.2 Resource Transfers. 24.3 International Aid Agencies. 24.4 Bilateral Donors. 24.5 Assistance to the Transport and Road Sector. 24.6 Recent Trends in Aid Management. 24.7 Project Cycle and Framework. References.
Master practical phlebotomy skills with Phlebotomy: Worktext and
Procedures Manual, 5th Edition! Known for its storyboard format of
procedures and beautiful illustrations, this hands-on worktext
describes all aspects of phlebotomy - with focused and current
coverage of lab tests, equipment, safety and collection procedures,
emergency situations, special populations, and point-of-care
testing. Procedures, outlined with step-by-step instructions and
full-color photos, cover core competencies; and a detachable
bookmark with color tube guide acts as a handy clinical reference.
Learning features focus on clinical scenarios, practice tips, and
error prevention and are supplemented by videos and certification
exam preparation. Right-sized coverage of the full spectrum of
phlebotomy practice. Step-by-step illustrated procedures on
essential phlebotomy competencies and techniques. Exam preparation
questions in each chapter and three mock certification exams help
with classroom and board test review. Clinical scenarios and tips
focus on application and real-world workplace challenges and
solutions. Removable bookmark for handy clinical reference to tube
color-coding. OSHA icons in procedures highlight safe and effective
practice. Key terms and acronyms listed at the beginning of each
chapter, highlighted in text, and defined in a back-of-book
glossary. Additional online resources - animations, procedure
videos, interactive exercises, and an audio glossary. NEW! Expanded
and updated content on new laboratory tests, emergency procedures,
job duties, safety, quality assurance, and more. NEW! Animations
focusing on anatomy and physiology help ensure comprehension of
foundational content.
Deep down, we're just like animals. Some of us are selfish like
apes. Some are chaotic like ants. . . And somehow the two clash and
coalesce in 'antagonistic harmony'. A fascinating look at the
evolutionary psychology, instincts and tactics of the workplace. My
Manager & Other Animals examines the evolutionary psychology of
work, focusing on the office, workshop, corporation or government
department, and the complex and fascinating evolutionary tactics
that have developed to deal with working life. 37 years ago Richard
Dawkins wrote The Selfish Gene and it didn't take long for the
business community to latch on to the 'selfish' part and adopt it
as an industry standard. After all, it fitted in with the notion
that, since we are all descended from apes, we should be like them:
selfish, aggressive and competitive. More recently, astounding
discoveries in human and animal behaviour (particularly ants) have
shown that, in all animals, cooperation and altruism is more common
than we think and more useful than we could imagine. It seems we
contain an inner ape and an inner ant. How confusing; they seem
like opposites, because co-operation means helping others,
competition means swatting them. What are we, ape or ant? This book
shows that ant and ape are both important. Co-operation without
leadership is random, leadership without co-operation is slavery.
The result of these two colliding is the mad mad mad world of work
and life, lovingly described in the book.
Food is an attraction that has matured into a highly sought-after
niche market with distinct trip motivation, travel preferences and
patterns. Foodies and Food Tourism supplies comprehensive new
evidence and theory based overview of the phenomenon of food
tourism and how it is being, or should be developed and marketed
and understood. Food tourism has huge impacts in the hospitality,
destination management and tourism development sectors and across
all these sectors the book presents the latest research on market
developments: *Understanding the food tourist and their
perspective. *Taking a demand- side approach to planning developing
and marketing. *Taking a global view based on widespread research
data that combines theory and practice. *Using case studies,
profiles and direct practitioner insights to illustrate every
aspect of the field. The book is designed as key text for students
in Hospitality, Tourism and Events and Food and Beverage Management
with summaries, questions and key points highlighted throughout the
text, and also as a major reference and professional guide for
practitioners across the industry. About the authors: Donald Getz,
Professor, The University of Queensland, School of Tourism, Richard
Robinson', Lecturer, School of Tourism, The University of
Queensland, Tommy Andersson, Professor, School of Business,
Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg Sanja Vujicic,
Principal of Experience Consulting, Gothenburg, Sweden
John McGahern's work is not easily conceived of as belatedly
modernist. His memorialising, faintly archaic style implies a
concern with 'making it old' rather than new, suggesting the
symptomatic diffidence of many who wrote in the wake of modernism.
Nevertheless, McGahern's statements about the 'presence' of words
and the hard-won impersonality of the artwork point to a covert
engagement with modernist aesthetics. Offering intertextual
interpretations of McGahern's six novels, and of thematically
grouped short stories, Richard Robinson reads McGahern's fiction
alongside writing by Joyce, Proust, Yeats, Beckett, Nietzsche,
Lawrence and Chekhov, amongst others. Drawing out the ways in which
McGahern's fiction conceals and reveals its modernist traces, this
study considers subjects such as 'low' modernism, the complexity of
McGahern's time-writing and his dialectical construction of the
relationship between cultural tradition and modernity in Ireland.
McGahern's narratives of melancholic return are often read
psycho-biographically, but they also involve a return to the
remnants of literature, including that of the modernist canon. This
book will be of interest not only to McGahern scholars but also to
those who contemplate the compromised legacies of literary
modernism in late-twentieth century and contemporary writing.
Food is an attraction that has matured into a highly sought-after
niche market with distinct trip motivation, travel preferences and
patterns. Foodies and Food Tourism supplies comprehensive new
evidence and theory based overview of the phenomenon of food
tourism and how it is being, or should be developed and marketed
and understood. Food tourism has huge impacts in the hospitality,
destination management and tourism development sectors and across
all these sectors the book presents the latest research on market
developments: *Understanding the food tourist and their
perspective. *Taking a demand- side approach to planning developing
and marketing. *Taking a global view based on widespread research
data that combines theory and practice. *Using case studies,
profiles and direct practitioner insights to illustrate every
aspect of the field. The book is designed as key text for students
in Hospitality, Tourism and Events and Food and Beverage Management
with summaries, questions and key points highlighted throughout the
text, and also as a major reference and professional guide for
practitioners across the industry. About the authors: Donald Getz,
Professor, The University of Queensland, School of Tourism, Richard
Robinson', Lecturer, School of Tourism, The University of
Queensland, Tommy Andersson, Professor, School of Business,
Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg Sanja Vujicic,
Principal of Experience Consulting, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Swans (Paperback)
Francis Viele-Griffin; Translated by Richard Robinson; Commentary by Jean de Cours
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