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A comprehensive overview of the field of comparative administrative
law that builds on the first edition with many new and revised
chapters, additional topics and extended geographical coverage.
This research handbook s broad, multi-method approach combines
history and social science with more strictly legal analyses. This
new edition demonstrates the growth and dynamism of recent efforts
- spearheaded by the first edition - to stimulate comparative
research in administrative law and public law more generally,
reaching across different countries and scholarly disciplines. A
particular focus is on administrative independence with its
manifold implications for separation of powers, democratic
self-government, and the boundary between law, politics, and
policy. Several chapters highlight the tensions between impartial
expertise and public accountability; others consider administrative
litigation and the role of the courts in reviewing both individual
decisions and secondary norms. The book concludes by asking how
administrative law is shaping and is being shaped by the changing
boundaries of the state, especially shifting boundaries between the
public and the private, and the national and the supranational
domains. This extensive and interdisciplinary appraisal of the
field will be a vital resource for scholars and students of
administrative and comparative law worldwide, and for public
officials and representatives of interest groups engaged with
government policy implementation and regulation. Contributors: B.
Ackerman, A. Alemanno, M. Asimow, J.-B. Auby, D. Barek-Erez, J.
Barnes, P. Cane, P. Craig, D. Custos, M. D'Alberti, L.A. Dickinson,
C. Donnelly, Y. Dotan, B. Emerson, T. Ginsburg, D. Halberstam,
H.C.H. Hofmann, G.B. Hola, C.-Y. Huang, N. Kadomatsu, K. Kovacs, P.
Lindseth, M.E. Magill, J. Mashaw, J. Massot, J. Mathews, J. Mendes,
G. Napolitano, D.R. Ortiz, T. Perroud, M.M. Prado, A. Psygkas, V.V.
Ramraj, D.R. Reiss, S. Rose-Ackerman, M. Ruffert, J. Saurer, K.L.
Scheppele, J.-P. Schneider, M. Shapiro, B. Sordi, L. Sossin, P.
Strauss, A.K. Thiruvengadam, A. Vosskuhle, J.B. Wiener, T.
Wischmeyer, J.-r. Yeh
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Jose and El Perro (Hardcover)
Susan Rose, Silvia Lopez; Illustrated by Gloria Felix
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Join Jose as he trains his new dog in this bilingual easy reader!
Jose loves his family: his Papi, Mami, and little sister, Sofi. But
something is missing-he dreams of having a dog, un perro of his
own. Finally Jose gets to pick el perro perfecto, the perfect dog,
from a shelter. But when he tries out commands like "!Sientate!"
(sit) and "!Echate!" (lie down), his new pet simply tilts his head
to the side in confusion. Then he realizes that the dog does
understand commands-he just doesn't understand Spanish! Follow
along as Jose teaches su perro inteligente some new words en
espanol. This early reader, co-written by notable Broadway producer
Susan Rose and children's book author Silvia Lopez, is the perfect
introduction for English-speaking children who have just begun
learning Spanish. The inclusion of the Spanish/English translations
at the end of the book also makes it an excellent teaching tool.
Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader
needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent.
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José and Feliz Play Fútbol
Susan Rose, Silvia López; Illustrated by Gloria Félix
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José and his dog play soccer in this fun early reader
that uses both Spanish and English! José has been selected for the
school soccer team! Finally, he gets to be part of el equipo de
fútbol. He starts practicing in his backyard right away. But when
he kicks the ball toward the net, his best friend--who is also his
dog, Feliz--runs after it! Can José find a way to bring his furry
pal to his fútbol games without worrying el perro will chase el
balón? Join José as he teaches Feliz all the new commands
he needs to know! This early reader, co-written by notable Broadway
producer Susan Rose and children’s book author Silvia López, is
the perfect introduction for English-speaking children who have
just begun learning Spanish. The inclusion of the Spanish/English
translations at the end of the book also makes it an excellent
teaching tool. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping
stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a
beginner and being fluent.
The expert authors in this timely volume offer diverse perspectives
on how corruption distorts state and market relations, while
drawing from insights in political science, economics, and law.
This book represents a new wave of research in political economy,
relying on methodological rigor to address topics ranging from
corruption in taxation and trade to crony capitalism and false
anti-corruption reforms. Key chapters provide a thorough review of
the literature on links between political connections and
democratic institutions. Special attention is paid to the OECD
Anti-Bribery Convention, the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act,
China's anti-corruption drive, and language used to discuss tax
evasion. Case studies from various regions-such as China, Paraguay,
South Africa, and New York City-anchor the analysis with real-world
situations. Greed, Corruption, and the Modern State is a critical
resource for students, researchers, and practitioners interested in
development, economics, governance, and corruption. Contributors:
P. Alldridge, D. Batzilis, J. Bussell, K.E. Davis, A. Diaz-Cayeros,
R. Fisman, N. Hite-Rubin, F. Hualing, R. Huang, P. Lagunes, B.
Magaloni, K. Moene, V. Romero, S. Rose-Ackerman, S. Sequeira, T.
Soreide, M.C. Stephenson, S. Straub, F. Varese
A comprehensive overview of the field of comparative administrative
law, the specially commissioned papers in this landmark volume
represent a broad, multi-method approach combining history and
social science perspectives with more strictly legal analyses.
Comparisons of the United States, continental Europe, and the
British Commonwealth are complemented by contributions that focus
on Latin America, Africa, and Asia. The work aims to stimulate
comparative research on public law, reaching across countries and
scholarly disciplines. Beginning with historical reflections on the
emergence of administrative law over the last two centuries, the
volume then turns to the relationship of administrative and
constitutional law, with an additional section focusing on the key
issue of administrative independence. Two further sections
highlight the possible tensions between impartial expertise and
public accountability, drawing insights from economics and
political science as well as law. The final section considers the
changing boundaries of the administrative state - both the
public-private distinction and the links between domestic and
transnational regulatory bodies such as the European Union. In
covering this broad range of topics, the book illuminates a core
concern of administrative law: the way individuals and
organizations across different systems test and challenge the
legitimacy of the modern state. This extensive, interdisciplinary
appraisal of the field will prove a vital resource for scholars and
students of administrative and comparative law. Historians of the
state looking for a broad overview of a key area of public law,
reformers in emerging economies, donor agencies looking for
governance options, and policy analysts with an interest in the
law/policy interface will also find this work a valuable addition
to their library.
Management Research: Applying the Principles of Business Research
Methods supports new researchers on every step of the research
journey, from defining a project to communicating its findings, as
well as balancing the technical aspects of research with the
management of the project itself. Structured around the key stages
of a research project, the text reflects the richness and diversity
of current business and management research, both in its
presentation of methods as well as its choice of examples drawn
from different industries and organizations. This book explains the
design, selection, development and implementation of appropriate
research strategies in different management contexts and
disciplines, providing practical guidance to the new researcher in
carrying out ethical and inclusive research in today’s
organizational and business environments, whilst also introducing a
range of research methods and techniques. Each chapter includes
learning outcomes and in-chapter call out boxes with real-life
research examples to illustrate concepts and provide basis for
discussion, as well as ‘next steps’ activities to help readers
apply the content to their own live research projects. This second
edition has been updated throughout to include: • enhanced
pedagogical features such as discussion questions and online
quizzes • new international examples and research-in-practice
cases • greater emphasis on topics such as: Diversity and
Inclusion through the research process, data collection and
privacy, digitalisation, and the process of writing up research.
Management Research provides essential reading for undergraduate
and postgraduate students undertaking a dissertation, thesis or
research project, as well as professionals currently practicing in
the field. Extensive instructor and student resources support the
work online, including an instructor’s manual, PowerPoint lecture
slides, a question bank and downloadable MS Excel and SPSS data
sets, as well as video tutorials that support the development of
practical research skills.
Management Research: Applying the Principles of Business Research
Methods supports new researchers on every step of the research
journey, from defining a project to communicating its findings, as
well as balancing the technical aspects of research with the
management of the project itself. Structured around the key stages
of a research project, the text reflects the richness and diversity
of current business and management research, both in its
presentation of methods as well as its choice of examples drawn
from different industries and organizations. This book explains the
design, selection, development and implementation of appropriate
research strategies in different management contexts and
disciplines, providing practical guidance to the new researcher in
carrying out ethical and inclusive research in today’s
organizational and business environments, whilst also introducing a
range of research methods and techniques. Each chapter includes
learning outcomes and in-chapter call out boxes with real-life
research examples to illustrate concepts and provide basis for
discussion, as well as ‘next steps’ activities to help readers
apply the content to their own live research projects. This second
edition has been updated throughout to include: • enhanced
pedagogical features such as discussion questions and online
quizzes • new international examples and research-in-practice
cases • greater emphasis on topics such as: Diversity and
Inclusion through the research process, data collection and
privacy, digitalisation, and the process of writing up research.
Management Research provides essential reading for undergraduate
and postgraduate students undertaking a dissertation, thesis or
research project, as well as professionals currently practicing in
the field. Extensive instructor and student resources support the
work online, including an instructor’s manual, PowerPoint lecture
slides, a question bank and downloadable MS Excel and SPSS data
sets, as well as video tutorials that support the development of
practical research skills.
Much discussion has centred on the possibility of a 'third way'
between socialism and the market and on the role of the 'third
sector' (public, voluntary and not for profit) in modern advanced
economies.
All representative democracies must balance democratic
accountability against the competent implementation of complex
statutes. Achieving this balance in administrative law will be
aided by drawing on insights from economics and political economy.
This important volume collects the best work in this area and is of
significance for scholars of public law and economics around the
world. The editor's authoritative selection of papers, anchored in
the American system of administrative law, mixes theoretical,
legal, and empirical studies by leading interdisciplinary scholars.
It thus provides an up-to-date introduction to modern work in the
economics of administrative law.
First published in 1988, this work was the product of extensive
fieldwork in two evangelical communities. This in-depth
ethnographic study focuses on the meaning systems, organizational
structures and the daily lives of the people Susan D. Rose
encountered. The study is centred around Christian schooling as a
method of socialisation. Tracing the rise of evangelicalism and the
development of the Christian School Movement in the latter half of
the twentieth century, it examines the kinds of educational
alternatives evangelicals have structured for their children.
Moving beyond the issue of schooling itself, it analyses the
interactions among schooling, ideology, economic structures and the
nature of work in contemporary American society, and explores how
people relate to one another within the church-family-school
network. It addresses the provocative question of why
evangelicalism, a self-proclaimed conservative, reactionary
movement, held so much appeal for so many Americans at the time of
publication. This work will be of particular interest to those
studying education and religion and education in the U. S. A.
First published in 1988, this work was the product of extensive
fieldwork in two evangelical communities. This in-depth
ethnographic study focuses on the meaning systems, organizational
structures and the daily lives of the people Susan D. Rose
encountered. The study is centred around Christian schooling as a
method of socialisation. Tracing the rise of evangelicalism and the
development of the Christian School Movement in the latter half of
the twentieth century, it examines the kinds of educational
alternatives evangelicals have structured for their children.
Moving beyond the issue of schooling itself, it analyses the
interactions among schooling, ideology, economic structures and the
nature of work in contemporary American society, and explores how
people relate to one another within the church-family-school
network. It addresses the provocative question of why
evangelicalism, a self-proclaimed conservative, reactionary
movement, held so much appeal for so many Americans at the time of
publication. This work will be of particular interest to those
studying education and religion and education in the U. S. A.
A comprehensive overview of the field of comparative administrative
law that builds on the first edition with many new and revised
chapters, additional topics and extended geographical coverage.
This research handbook s broad, multi-method approach combines
history and social science with more strictly legal analyses. This
new edition demonstrates the growth and dynamism of recent efforts
- spearheaded by the first edition - to stimulate comparative
research in administrative law and public law more generally,
reaching across different countries and scholarly disciplines. A
particular focus is on administrative independence with its
manifold implications for separation of powers, democratic
self-government, and the boundary between law, politics, and
policy. Several chapters highlight the tensions between impartial
expertise and public accountability; others consider administrative
litigation and the role of the courts in reviewing both individual
decisions and secondary norms. The book concludes by asking how
administrative law is shaping and is being shaped by the changing
boundaries of the state, especially shifting boundaries between the
public and the private, and the national and the supranational
domains. This extensive and interdisciplinary appraisal of the
field will be a vital resource for scholars and students of
administrative and comparative law worldwide, and for public
officials and representatives of interest groups engaged with
government policy implementation and regulation. Contributors: B.
Ackerman, A. Alemanno, M. Asimow, J.-B. Auby, D. Barek-Erez, J.
Barnes, P. Cane, P. Craig, D. Custos, M. D'Alberti, L.A. Dickinson,
C. Donnelly, Y. Dotan, B. Emerson, T. Ginsburg, D. Halberstam,
H.C.H. Hofmann, G.B. Hola, C.-Y. Huang, N. Kadomatsu, K. Kovacs, P.
Lindseth, M.E. Magill, J. Mashaw, J. Massot, J. Mathews, J. Mendes,
G. Napolitano, D.R. Ortiz, T. Perroud, M.M. Prado, A. Psygkas, V.V.
Ramraj, D.R. Reiss, S. Rose-Ackerman, M. Ruffert, J. Saurer, K.L.
Scheppele, J.-P. Schneider, M. Shapiro, B. Sordi, L. Sossin, P.
Strauss, A.K. Thiruvengadam, A. Vosskuhle, J.B. Wiener, T.
Wischmeyer, J.-r. Yeh
A companion volume to the International Handbook on the Economics
of Corruption published in 2006, the specially commissioned papers
in Volume Two present some of the best policy-oriented research in
the field. They stress the institutional roots of corruption and
include new research on topics ranging from corruption in
regulation and procurement to vote buying and private firm
payoffs.Understanding the consequences of corrupt transactions
requires one to know what is being bought with a bribe and how the
behavior of public and private actors has been affected. The
contributors therefore emphasize how the economic analysis of
corruption must take account of the broader context within which
bribery and self-dealing operate. Several chapters offer new
approaches to empirical research on corruption that range from
individual-level data to the macro-economy. Chapters with an
explicit policy focus deal with the efficacy of anti-corruption
agencies, multi-stakeholder initiatives, red flag warning systems
and international conventions. This cutting-edge work will be an
unmatched resource for scholars and students of corruption,
professionals in international aid and finance organizations, and
scholars and professionals with more general interests in economic
and political development. Contributors: T.S. Aidt, D.M. Aldrighi,
E. Auriol, F. Boehm, E. Buscaglia, B. Clausen, S. Cole, A. Estache,
B. Flyvbjerg, Y. Jeong, C. Kenny, A. Kraay, A. Lambert-Mogiliansky,
E. Molloy, P. Murrell, M. Musatova, L.V. Peisakhin, G. Piga, J.D.
Potter, F. Recanatini, S. Rose-Ackerman, T. Soreide, S. Straub, M.
Tavits, A. Tran, R. Truex, M. Vagliasindi, P.C. Vicente, R.J.
Weiner, L. Wren-Lewis
Economic research on corruption aims both to isolate the economic
effects of quid pro quo deals between agents and third parties, and
to suggest how legal and institutional reforms might curb harms and
enhance benefits. In this comprehensive Handbook, top scholars in
the field provide specially commissioned essays, both theoretical
and empirical, exploring both types of research. The Handbook
begins with an introductory essay by the editor, followed by two
chapters written by leading exponents of cross-country research.
However, the focus of the Handbook is on research at the micro
level, where policy can be made and evaluated. These microeconomic
studies fall into several overlapping categories. The first group
includes studies that link corrupt incentives to institutional
structures, particularly the organization of the state. The second
draws implications from surveys of households or businesses and
from controlled experiments. The third concentrates on particular
sectors such as education, tax administration, public works,
customs services, and pharmaceuticals. Finally, two chapters assess
corruption in the transition away from socialism in Europe and
Asia.
A companion volume to the International Handbook on the Economics
of Corruption published in 2006, the specially commissioned papers
in Volume Two present some of the best policy-oriented research in
the field. They stress the institutional roots of corruption and
include new research on topics ranging from corruption in
regulation and procurement to vote buying and private firm
payoffs.Understanding the consequences of corrupt transactions
requires one to know what is being bought with a bribe and how the
behavior of public and private actors has been affected. The
contributors therefore emphasize how the economic analysis of
corruption must take account of the broader context within which
bribery and self-dealing operate. Several chapters offer new
approaches to empirical research on corruption that range from
individual-level data to the macro-economy. Chapters with an
explicit policy focus deal with the efficacy of anti-corruption
agencies, multi-stakeholder initiatives, red flag warning systems
and international conventions. This cutting-edge work will be an
unmatched resource for scholars and students of corruption,
professionals in international aid and finance organizations, and
scholars and professionals with more general interests in economic
and political development. Contributors: T.S. Aidt, D.M. Aldrighi,
E. Auriol, F. Boehm, E. Buscaglia, B. Clausen, S. Cole, A. Estache,
B. Flyvbjerg, Y. Jeong, C. Kenny, A. Kraay, A. Lambert-Mogiliansky,
E. Molloy, P. Murrell, M. Musatova, L.V. Peisakhin, G. Piga, J.D.
Potter, F. Recanatini, S. Rose-Ackerman, T. Soreide, S. Straub, M.
Tavits, A. Tran, R. Truex, M. Vagliasindi, P.C. Vicente, R.J.
Weiner, L. Wren-Lewis
How were medieval navies organised, and how did powerful rulers use them? Medieval Naval Warfare, 1000-1500 provides a wealth of information about the strategy and tactics of these early fleets and the extent to which the possibilities of sea power were understood and exploited. This fascinating account brings vividly to life the dangers and difficulties of medieval seafaring. In particular, it reveals the exploits of the Italian city states, England and France and examines: * why fighting occurred at sea * how battles were fought * the logistical back up needed to maintain a fleet * naval battles from the Mediterranean to the North Sea.
How were medieval navies organised, and how did powerful rulers use them? Medieval Naval Warfare, 1000-1500 provides a wealth of information about the strategy and tactics of these early fleets and the extent to which the possibilities of sea power were understood and exploited. This fascinating account brings vividly to life the dangers and difficulties of medieval seafaring. In particular, it reveals the exploits of the Italian city states, England and France and examines: * why fighting occurred at sea * how battles were fought * the logistical back up needed to maintain a fleet * naval battles from the Mediterranean to the North Sea.
A fresh assessment of seaborne activity around England in the later
middle ages, offering a fresh perspective on its rich maritime
heritage. England's relationship with the sea in the later Middle
Ages has been unjustly neglected, a gap which this volume seeks to
fill. The physical fact of the kingdom's insularity made the seas
around England fundamentally important toits development within the
British Isles and in relation to mainland Europe. At times they
acted as barriers; but they also, and more often, served as
highways of exchange, transport and communication, and it is this
aspect whichthe essays collected here emphasise. Mindful that the
exploitation of the sea required specialist technology and
personnel, and that England's maritime frontiers raised serious
issues of jurisdiction, security, and internationaldiplomacy, the
chapters explore several key roles performed by the sea during the
period c.1200-c.1500. Foremost among them is war: the
infrastructure, logistics, politics, and personnel of English
seaborne expeditions are assessed, most notably for the period of
the Hundred Years War. What emerges from this is a demonstration of
the sophisticated, but not infallible, methods of raising and using
ships, men and material for war in a period before England
possessed a permanent navy. The second major facet of England's
relationship with the sea was the generation of wealth: this is
addressed in its own right and as an intrinsic aspect of warfare
and piracy. RICHARD GORSKIis Philip Nicholas Memorial Lecturer in
Maritime History at the University of Hull. Contributors: Richard
Gorski, Richard W. Unger, Susan Rose, Craig Lambert, David Simpkin,
Tony K. Moore, Marcus Pitcaithly, Tim Bowly,Ian Friel
A comprehensive overview of the field of comparative administrative
law, the specially commissioned papers in this landmark volume
represent a broad, multi-method approach combining history and
social science perspectives with more strictly legal analyses.
Comparisons of the United States, continental Europe, and the
British Commonwealth are complemented by contributions that focus
on Latin America, Africa, and Asia. The work aims to stimulate
comparative research on public law, reaching across countries and
scholarly disciplines. Beginning with historical reflections on the
emergence of administrative law over the last two centuries, the
volume then turns to the relationship of administrative and
constitutional law, with an additional section focusing on the key
issue of administrative independence. Two further sections
highlight the possible tensions between impartial expertise and
public accountability, drawing insights from economics and
political science as well as law. The final section considers the
changing boundaries of the administrative state - both the
public-private distinction and the links between domestic and
transnational regulatory bodies such as the European Union. In
covering this broad range of topics, the book illuminates a core
concern of administrative law: the way individuals and
organizations across different systems test and challenge the
legitimacy of the modern state. This extensive, interdisciplinary
appraisal of the field will prove a vital resource for scholars and
students of administrative and comparative law. Historians of the
state looking for a broad overview of a key area of public law,
reformers in emerging economies, donor agencies looking for
governance options, and policy analysts with an interest in the
law/policy interface will also find this work a valuable addition
to their library.
This book presents a critical examination of the development of
user involvement within research, and investigates the issues
currently preventing a productive integration of Mad knowledges
within research and practice. Drawing on social, linguistic and
critical theories, it proposes the conditions needed to address the
development of Mad epistemologies. The author's unique approach
deliberately highlights her own positionality and draws on decades
of experience as a service recipient, survivor, activist and
researcher to illustrate the structural and symbolic barriers
faced. Employing concepts including epistemic injustice,
individualization, normalization and structural violence, it
suggests a radically new way of articulating 'what's the matter
with us?' In doing so, the book itself goes some way towards
enacting the radical challenge to academic and epistemic
hierarchies which, it is argued, will be required to further
advance mad knowledges and user-led research. Crucially, it
demonstrates how this approach can be both methodologically and
conceptually rigorous. This novel work holds important insights for
students and scholars across the humanities and social sciences;
particularly those working in the areas of critical psychology,
disability studies, Mad studies, feminist studies, critical race
theory, and Queer theory.
The first comprehensive history of Calais under English rule,
casting new light on the development of its vigorous political and
commercial society. The capture of Calais by Edward III was an
exploit which, coming shortly after his victory at Crecy, carried
his fame as a warrior to the furthest corners of Europe. The
melodramatic incident at the end of the siege with the leading
citizens pleading for their lives brought the king even more public
notice. Equally well known is the sad remark of Mary Queen of
England in 1558 that, following its loss to the French, the name of
Calais would be graven on herheart. This book fills in the gap
between these two milestones. It allows the reader to understand
not only the military and political importance of the town for the
English but also its key role in the English economy. Utilising the
richness of the personal sources surviving, from the mid fifteenth
century to the last years of English rule, it also provides a more
intimate picture of the vibrant life of the town with its crowds of
courtiers, soldiers and merchants all enjoying and profiting from
the opportunities offered by 'an English town in France'. Dr SUSAN
ROSE is an Associate Lecturer at the Open University.
NOW WITH A NEW CHAPTER AND AN UPDATED RESOURCES SECTION Suicide has
touched the lives of nearly half of all Americans, yet it is rarely
talked about openly. In her highly acclaimed book, Susan Blauner-a
survivor of multiple suicide attempts-offers guidance and hope for
those contemplating ending their lives and for their loved ones.
"Each word written with thoughtful intent; each story told with the
deepest of honesty and humility, and in doing so Blauner puts
forward a life-saving book."-Daniel J. Reidenberg, PsyD, Executive
Director, Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (www.save.org) "I
continued to romanticize my death by suicide: who would find me;
what I'd look like. I spent hundreds of hours planning my funeral,
imagining the remorse of my family and friends. I wrote good-bye
letters, composed wills, and disrupted the lives of everyone close
to me. Then reality hit."-Susan Rose Blauner The statistics on
suicide are staggering. The World Health Organization estimates
that nearly 800,000 people die by suicide every year, which is one
person every 40 seconds, and for each completed suicide there may
be twenty or more attempts. In How I Stayed Alive When My Brain Was
Trying to Kill Me, Susan Blauner is the perfect emissary for a
message of hope and a program of action for these millions of
people. A survivor of multiple suicide attempts, she explains the
complex feelings and fantasies that surround suicidal thoughts. In
a direct, nonjudgmental, and loving voice, she offers affirmations
and suggestions for those experiencing life-ending thoughts, and
for their friends and family. With an introduction by Bernie
Siegel, M.D., this important, timely book has now been updated with
a revised resources section, and a new chapter on the author's
experiences since the book's initial publication.
Drawing heavily from the State Papers of the King, Henry VIII and
the Merchants traces Stephen Vaughan's careers as a servant of
Thomas Cromwell and of Henry VIII in the 16th century. Stephen
Vaughan, a Londoner with an international outlook, was a member of
the Company of Merchant Taylors, as well as a Merchant Adventurer
in the Low Countries. As a young man Vaughan was drawn into the
employ of Thomas Cromwell and worked in his private office. Thus,
Vaughan became heavily involved in the world of government and
court politics at a time when the style, tempo and effectiveness of
official life in London was changing rapidly and the world was
quickly opening up as his travels to Europe drew him into the
enticing world of business and finance. For the first time, this
notable study uncovers the secrets of Vaughan's life from his
relatively humble beginning to his high power career as an
ambassador, spy, and financial agent of the crown on the Bourse at
Antwerp. What is more, on a wider canvas this intimate tale shows
how individuals were affected by and reacted to the drastic changes
in religion, politics and everyday life under the tumultuous reign
of Henry VIII.
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