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.

• 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.

The first chronology of worldwide business history, this volume complements Robinson's earlier chronology, United States Business History, 1602-1988. It provides a basic chronology of the business world outside the United States from prehistory through the 1980s. It records representative events in the evolution of business, identifying entrepreneurs, managers, and enterprises, and also records general background events relevant to the marketplace. The volume includes indexes of names, places, and subjects.

This unique volume provides a survey of U.S. business history in a chronological framework. Designed as a basic chronology of representative events, the work covers the years from 1602 to 1988, presenting those events that pioneered trends and those that represented what was generally happening at a particular time. Richard Robinson has included minor details and incidents that are often missed in other histories of business and has arranged the descriptive historical data in a way that allows readers to draw their own conclusions about the trends and impact of American business.

Each chronological entry is divided into two sections. The first covers general events, describing the changes in lifestyles and living conditions that affected business and the marketplace. Economic conditions, government actions, educational developments, social indicators, union activities, and inventions are included here, as are certain articles and books that note the concerns of a particular time. The second section covers business events, charting the rise and fall of those enterprises engaged in producing goods or providing services. Small companies are featured alongside conglomerates, and wherever possible, the chronology focuses on the colorful individuals--the entrepreneurs, financiers, promoters, and others--who played such an important role in American business. With its chronological presentation, the book not only offers a clear picture of the development of U.S. business, but also a strong indication of how deeply it is interwoven in the fabric of society. It will be a valuable resource for courses in business history, sociology, and American history, and an important addition to both public and academic libraries.

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.

This study develops the calculus which, if used in selecting overseas projects, structuring international enterprises, and resolving operatonal problems, would reduce the area of conflict in business and become a more viable international concept.

The purpose of this book is to clarify the concept of definition and improve defining activities.

Pre-service and in-service middle and secondary school teachers get a core set of instructional techniques in this evidence-based, practical resource designed to help them incorporate reading-related approaches into their classroom. The approaches are easy to follow, practical, effective, feature a strong empirical base and reflect the latest thinking in the field.

In" Issues and Trends in Literacy Education, 5/e, "well-respected authors Dick Robinson Mike McKenna, and Kristin Conradi pull together the research and opinions of some of today's leading literacy educators to give readers an authoritative look at all crucial aspects of reading and writing education. This edition is completely revised to include all new, current articles and readings, including new chapters on English language learners and technology, and the scrupulously researched material meets the NCATE/International Reading Association requirements for accreditation of graduate reading programs.

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.   How did Finland evade Stalin’s crosshairs—not once, but three times more?   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.

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.

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.

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.