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First published in 1955 in German, this journal, published here in
English for the first time, describes the adventures of a young
Swiss surgeon who sought his fortune in eighteenth-century Russia,
where he eventually made his mark and rose to a high position. The
journal covers his journey to Southern Russia and his service there
during the campaigns of 1770-74, and gives a day-by-day account of
his trip through Siberia to the Chinese borders as a surgeon
assisting a recruiting officer. Fries' simple, straightforward and
fresh narrative provides a vivid, human introduction to the
little-known land and people of Siberia. In contrast to the more
scientific specialist works of other eighteenth-century discoverers
in Siberia, Fries' account conveys the special lure of the country,
with lively descriptions of the ordinary life of its inhabitants,
of the town and countryside, of nature, people, customs and
impressions. Their travels took the two companions through all of
Siberia to the very borders of China, and we gain a valuable
glimpse of the relations between Russians and Chinese at the time.
Along the way we also meet numerous westerners whom a strange fate
had brought to this isolated, enigmatic land. To Fries' text is
added a wide-ranging introduction by Professor Kirchner, which
gives an account of the pioneering foreign scientists and tourists
who travelled in Siberia during the century following the death of
Peter the Great in 1725. Professor Kirchner traces the routes of
their journeys, and describes the written works, some of them now
classics, which ensued. The introduction thus provides an
up-to-date bibliographical guide to the more elaborate and
scholarly works which are supplemented by the new perspective on
political and daily life in Siberia provided by the journal of Hans
Jakob Fries.
First published in 1955 in German, this journal, published here in
English for the first time, describes the adventures of a young
Swiss surgeon who sought his fortune in eighteenth-century Russia,
where he eventually made his mark and rose to a high position. The
journal covers his journey to Southern Russia and his service there
during the campaigns of 1770-74, and gives a day-by-day account of
his trip through Siberia to the Chinese borders as a surgeon
assisting a recruiting officer. Fries' simple, straightforward and
fresh narrative provides a vivid, human introduction to the
little-known land and people of Siberia. In contrast to the more
scientific specialist works of other eighteenth-century discoverers
in Siberia, Fries' account conveys the special lure of the country,
with lively descriptions of the ordinary life of its inhabitants,
of the town and countryside, of nature, people, customs and
impressions. Their travels took the two companions through all of
Siberia to the very borders of China, and we gain a valuable
glimpse of the relations between Russians and Chinese at the time.
Along the way we also meet numerous westerners whom a strange fate
had brought to this isolated, enigmatic land. To Fries' text is
added a wide-ranging introduction by Professor Kirchner, which
gives an account of the pioneering foreign scientists and tourists
who travelled in Siberia during the century following the death of
Peter the Great in 1725. Professor Kirchner traces the routes of
their journeys, and describes the written works, some of them now
classics, which ensued. The introduction thus provides an
up-to-date bibliographical guide to the more elaborate and
scholarly works which are supplemented by the new perspective on
political and daily life in Siberia provided by the journal of Hans
Jakob Fries.
In real-life scenarios, service management involves complex
decision-making processes usually affected by random or stochastic
variables. Under such uncertain conditions, the development and use
of robust and flexible strategies, algorithms, and methods can
provide the quantitative information necessary to make better
business decisions. Decision Making in Service Industries: A
Practical Approach explores the challenges that must be faced to
provide intelligent strategies for efficient management and
decision making that will increase your organization's
competitiveness and profitability. The book provides insight and
understanding into practical and methodological issues related to
decision-making processes under uncertainty in service industries.
It examines current and future trends regarding how these
decision-making processes can be efficiently performed for better
design of service systems by using probabilistic algorithms as well
as hybrid and simulation-based approaches. Traditionally, many
quantitative tools have been developed to make decisions in
production companies. This book explores how to use these tools for
making decisions inside service industries. Thus, the authors
tackle strategic, tactical, and operational problems in service
companies with the help of suitable quantitative models such as
heuristic and metaheuristic algorithms, simulation, or queuing
theory. Generally speaking, decision making is a hard task in
business fields. Making the issue more complex, most service
companies' problems are related to the uncertainty of the service
demand. This book sheds light on these types of decision problems.
It provides studies that demonstrate the suitability of
quantitative methods to make the right decisions. Consequently,
this book presents the business analytics needed to make strategic
decisions in service industries.
Clinical nurse managers face myriad challenges, including
administrative, clinical, and interpersonal issues. This concise,
practical resource offers wise guidance for nurses working in this
complex, fast-paced role. Addressing common complaints and
anxieties, it offers quick access to insights, proven strategies,
and tools for effectively coping with such situations as
institutional change, a multigenerational and multicultural
workforce, resistance to change, and toxic behaviors. Fully updated
and revised, the second edition provides sound advice addressing
the changing dynamics in health care that have amplified the
challenges of clinical nurse management. It offers strategies for
boosting staff morale during times of fear and anxiety, explains
how to reclaim professional practice and focus on quality of care,
advocates for nurses at senior levels, and discusses how to
maintain one's identity in an interdisciplinary setting. Designed
to assist clinical nurse managers at all levels in developing new
and effective ways of leading in a rapidly changing health care
environment, this resource helps foster a better quality of work
life and professional practice. It features concise chapters and
bulleted information for quick access and at-a-glance "Fast Facts
in a Nutshell" boxes. Also included are helpful tools and
worksheets for managing a variety of challenges, along with the
"Top 10 Fast Facts for Thriving in a Changing Workplace." New to
the Second Edition: Completely updated and revised New chapter,
"Who Stole the Art of Nursing?" New content on fostering and
nurturing therapeutic relationships More information on rewards and
recognition to keep staff motivated Key Features: Presents timely
content ready to be applied in a professional setting Presents
information in an easy-to-access format with concise chapters,
bulleted lists, and Fast Facts in a Nutshell boxes Advocates a
back-to-basics approach to clinical care Packed with current,
useful, and accessible information that fits in a pocket Written by
a noted author, keynote speaker, and facilitator highly experienced
in helping nurses in leadership roles
This project contributes to our understanding of rural
Midwesterners and farm newspapers at the turn of the century. While
cultural historians have mainly focused on readers in town and
cities, it examines Midwestern farmers. It also contributes to the
"new rural history" by exploring the ideas of Hal Barron and others
that country people selectively adapted the advice given to them by
reformers. Finally, it furthers our understanding of American farm
newspapers themselves and offers suggestions on how to use them as
sources.
In real-life scenarios, service management involves complex
decision-making processes usually affected by random or stochastic
variables. Under such uncertain conditions, the development and use
of robust and flexible strategies, algorithms, and methods can
provide the quantitative information necessary to make better
business decisions. Decision Making in Service Industries: A
Practical Approach explores the challenges that must be faced to
provide intelligent strategies for efficient management and
decision making that will increase your organization s
competitiveness and profitability.
The book provides insight and understanding into practical and
methodological issues related to decision-making processes under
uncertainty in service industries. It examines current and future
trends regarding how these decision-making processes can be
efficiently performed for better design of service systems by using
probabilistic algorithms as well as hybrid and simulation-based
approaches.
Traditionally, many quantitative tools have been developed to
make decisions in production companies. This book explores how to
use these tools for making decisions inside service industries.
Thus, the authors tackle strategic, tactical, and operational
problems in service companies with the help of suitable
quantitative models such as heuristic and metaheuristic algorithms,
simulation, or queuing theory.
Generally speaking, decision making is a hard task in business
fields. Making the issue more complex, most service companies
problems are related to the uncertainty of the service demand. This
book sheds light on these types of decision problems. It provides
studies that demonstrate the suitability of quantitative methods to
make the right decisions. Consequently, this book presents the
business analytics needed to make strategic decisions in service
industries.
This project contributes to our understanding of rural
Midwesterners and farm newspapers at the turn of the century. While
cultural historians have mainly focused on readers in town and
cities, it examines Midwestern farmers. It also contributes to the
"new rural history" by exploring the ideas of Hal Barron and others
that country people selectively adapted the advice given to them by
reformers. Finally, it furthers our understanding of American farm
newspapers themselves and offers suggestions on how to use them as
sources.
Series Information: Routledge International Studies in Money and Banking
This book examines the current state of central banking in 44
developing countries. The authors analyse the banks' achievement in
their primary objective of price stability and discuss the reasons
behind the general lack of success. The book covers:
* government financing
* foreign exchange systems
* domestic banking systems.
Rich in data, the book contains original financial information
from Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Latin America and the
Caribbean. The lay-out is user-friendly and generously illustrated
with tables, figures, boxed material and useful appendices. The
book is published in association with the Bank of England and
presents the definitive account of the role of central banks in
developing countries.
This book examines the current state of central banking in 44
developing countries. The authors analyse the banks' achievement in
their primary objective of price stability and discuss the reasons
behind the general lack of success. The book covers:
* government financing
* foreign exchange systems
* domestic banking systems.
Rich in data, the book contains original financial information
from Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Latin America and the
Caribbean. The lay-out is user-friendly and generously illustrated
with tables, figures, boxed material and useful appendices. The
book is published in association with the Bank of England and
presents the definitive account of the role of central banks in
developing countries.
Based on the successful seminar offered through the Golf Course
Superintendents Association of America, "Applied Turfgrass Science
and Physiology" cuts right to the authoritative information and
know-how that will keep any turf area in optimal condition. Readers
get an overview of turfgrasses, the characteristics of different
varieties of turfgrasses; a look at plant responses to drought,
temperature extremes, and shade stresses; and a comprehensive
review of the latest information on how irrigation, mowing,
fertilization, cultivation, and plant growth regulators and
bio-stimulants affect turfgrass response to stresses and pests.
Case studies and more than 165 illustrations reinforce text.
Clinical nurse managers face myriad challenges, including
administrative, clinical, and interpersonal issues. This concise,
practical resource offers wise guidance for nurses working in this
complex, fast-paced role. Addressing common complaints and
anxieties, it offers quick access to insights, proven strategies,
and tools for effectively coping with such situations as
institutional change, a multigenerational and multicultural
workforce, resistance to change, and toxic behaviours. Fully
updated and revised, this edition provides sound advice addressing
the changing dynamics in health care that have amplified the
challenges of clinical nurse management. It offers strategies for
boosting staff morale during times of fear and anxiety, explains
how to reclaim professional practice and focus on quality of care,
advocates for nurses at senior levels, and discusses how to
maintain one's identity in an interdisciplinary setting. Designed
to assist clinical nurse managers at all levels in developing new
and effective ways of leading in a rapidly changing health care
environment, this resource helps foster a better quality of work
life and professional practice. It features concise chapters and
bulleted information for quick access and at-a-glance boxes. Also
included are helpful tools and worksheets for managing a variety of
challenges, along with the "Top 10 Fast Facts for Thriving in a
Changing Workplace." This book was originally published under the
Fast Facts series by Springer Publishing Company.
Combining theory, empirical evidence, institutional analysis,
and policy evaluation, the second edition of "Money, Interest, and
Banking in Economic Development" provides a comprehensive overview
of the role of monetary and financial economics in developing
countries. Maxwell Fry includes new chapters on finance in
endogenous growth models, foreign direct investment and the
accumulation of foreign debt, and fiscal activities of central
banks in developing countries.
Air intelligence support to Allied Forces during World War II
stretched across the spectrum of intelligence. This broad
collection of capabilities enabled the intelligence community to
support air operations throughout the world in two separate
theaters against two distinct enemies. During the Cold War, the
intelligence community truncated these intelligence capabilities by
focusing on one enemy, the Soviet Union. A majority of air
intelligence support focused on finding targets within the Soviet
Union and how to get the strike packages into the country. As a
result, the Korean and Vietnam Wars caught air intelligence
unprepared, with a lack of reconnaissance assets, intelligence
professionals, and effective maps. After the Cold War, truncation
of intelligence continued, but this time it was due to a lack of
strategic direction from the US government and a self imposed
generalization of intelligence officer training. This truncation
led to intelligence missing indications of the terrorist attacks on
9/11. Currently, air intelligence remains truncated due once again
to a focus on a singular target, this time extremist organizations
and their efforts against the United States. Ultimately, this
truncation may lead to gaps in information on potential enemies
such as a nuclear-armed Iran or cyber attacks from China, leaving
us unprepared for a future conflict. In order to support a grand
strategy effectively, air intelligence must take advantage of a
broad spectrum of capabilities.
The most difficult task the board of a tax-exempt, public benefit
corporation will ever face is finding and keeping a great general
manager or chief executive officer. This book organizes the search,
evaluation and support of that person in easy to follow steps. But
what really sets this book apart from every other nonprofit
management book is the index of industry best practices in charity
administration. The authors have more than 70 years of combined
experience in not-for-profit leadership and know that mastery of
the details of administration are the difference between
organizations that soar like eagles and the ones that sink like
stones. From meeting management, through; staff supervision, fund
raising, program evaluation, marketing, strategic planning and
board development, this book provides real world tested vocabulary
and principles that every general manager needs to know (and every
volunteer board member needs to know that their CEO's understands).
Finally, no secrets and no surprises in CEO hiring and evaluation
because of shared concepts in excellence in administration.
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