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Governing the Embedded State

The Organizational Dimension of Governance

By: Bengt Jacobsson,Jon Pierre,Göran Sundström

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Governing the Embedded State

The Organizational Dimension of Governance

By: Bengt Jacobsson,Jon Pierre,Göran Sundström

Governing the Embedded State integrates governance theory with organization theory and examines how states address social complexity and international embeddedness. Drawing upon extensive empirical research on the Swedish government system, this volume describes a strategy of governance based in a metagovernance model of steering by designing institutional structures. This strategy is supplemented by micro-steering of administrative structures within the path dependencies put in place through metagovernance. Both of these strategies of steering rely on subtle methods of providing political guidance to the public service where norms of loyalty to the government characterize the relationship between politicians and civil servants. By drawing upon this research, the volume will explain how recent developments such as globalization, Europeanization, the expansion of managerial ideas, and the fragmentation of states, have influenced the state's capacity to govern. The result is an account of contemporary governance which shows the societal constraints on government but also the significance of close interaction and cooperation between the political leadership and the senior civil servants in addressing those constraints.

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OUP Oxford

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0191507105

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9780191507106

Going Home

Finding Peace When Pets Die

By: Jon Katz

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Going Home

Finding Peace When Pets Die

By: Jon Katz

In this invaluable guide and touchstone, New York Times bestselling author Jon Katz addresses the difficult but necessary topic of saying goodbye to a beloved pet. Drawing on personal experiences, stories from fellow pet owners, and philosophical reflections, Katz provides support for those in mourning. By allowing ourselves to grieve honestly and openly, he posits, we can in time celebrate the dogs, cats, and other creatures that have so enriched us. Katz compels us to consider if we gave our pets good lives, if we were their advocates in times of need, and if we used our best judgments in the end. In dealing with these issues, we can alleviate guilt, let go, and help others who are undergoing similar passages. By honoring the animals that have graced our lives, we reveal their truly timeless gifts: unwavering companionship and undying love. With a brand-new Foreword by the author

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Random House Trade Paperbacks

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0345502701

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9780345502704

Scalextric

By: Jon Mountfort

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Scalextric

By: Jon Mountfort

Scalextric, the ultimate boys' toy, arrived in toyshops in 1957. The first-ever electric slot-car system, with uncontrollable tinplate cars running on heavy rubber track, it brought the speed and glamour of motor racing to suburban living rooms. Classic marques of the day such as Aston Martin, Jaguar and Lotus featured in the early '60s scalextric sets, and over the years that followed all the classic Formula 1 battles were re-created in schoolboy form, followed by sports cars, rally cars, and classic film re-creations such as the James Bond set of 1968, Batman and Knight Rider.

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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074781189X

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Princess Diana

The Evidence

By: Jon King,John Beveridge

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Princess Diana

The Evidence

By: Jon King,John Beveridge

The book that the British government tried to ban! British investigative journalists Jon King and John Beveridge have maintained from the outset that they were informed of a plot to assassinate Princess Diana one week before her death. Three years ago, Royal Butler Paul Burrell's revelations confirmed their claim. In an astonishing letter written ten months before her death, Princess Diana confirmed that a plot to assassinate her in a 'road traffic accident' was indeed planned and carried out by order of the British Royal Establishment. The letter, owned by Burrell and written by Diana in October 1996, reads: "This particular phase in my life is the most dangerous. My husband is planning an accident in my car, brake failure and serious head injury, in order to make the path clear for him to marry". Ten months later, on 23 August 1997, one week before her death, the authors were informed of this same plot to kill Diana. The EVIDENCE they uncovered during their subsequent investigation is truly disturbing. . .

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SP Books

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1561718882

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SAS: The Autobiography

By: Jon E. Lewis

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SAS: The Autobiography

By: Jon E. Lewis

SAS: The Autobiography is the story of the world's most famous special forces regiment by those who truly know it - the troopers and officers themselves. From the dust of the wartime desert and raids on harboured Luftwaffe aircraft to sniping al-Qaeda in the far mountains of Afghanistan, SAS: The Autobiography takes the reader on a high adrenaline history of the regiment which simultaneously lifts the shroud of mystery from the regiment's operations. Reviews for Jon E Lewis's The English Soldier: An Autobiography: 'A triumph' - Saul David, author of Victoria's Army 'Harrowing, funny and often unbelievable book.' - Daily Express '[A] compelling tommy's eye view of war from Agincourt to Iraq' - Daily Telegraph

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Robinson

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1849019339

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The Mammoth Book of the West

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By: Jon E. Lewis

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The Mammoth Book of the West

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By: Jon E. Lewis

Revised and expanded edition of Jon E. Lewis's ever-popular account of the American West. The book is at once a history and a compendium of western lore. It tells what life on the frontier was really like and gives a human portrait of the tough and sometimes violent way of life experienced by the early pioneers. The gunfighters and the cowboys, women, Indians and others, all have their part to play - and as well as the historical accounts there are intriguing anecdotes of everyday life on the plains, from how Montana cowboys warmed up their horses' bits, to the words of the Navajo medicine chants.

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Robinson

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1780337000

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9781780337005

In the Beginning

Twenty-Six Surreal Short Stories

By: Jon Remmerde

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In the Beginning

Twenty-Six Surreal Short Stories

By: Jon Remmerde

Twenty-six short stories, funny stories, and serious stories.

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iUniverse

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0595159672

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Rose in a Storm

A Novel

By: Jon Katz

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Rose in a Storm

A Novel

By: Jon Katz

Rose is determined and focused, keeping the sheep out of danger and protecting the other creatures on the farm she calls home. But of all those she’s looked after since coming to the farm as a puppy, it is Sam, the farmer, whom she watches most carefully. Awoken one cold midwinter night during lambing season, Rose and Sam struggle into the snowy dark to do their work. The ever observant Rose has seen a change in her master of late, ever since Sam’s wife disappeared one day. She senses something else in the air as well: A storm is coming, but not like any of the ones she’s seen over the years. And when an epic blizzard hits the region, it will take all of Rose’s resolve, resourcefulness, and courage to help Sam save the farm and the creatures who live there.

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Random House Trade Paperbacks

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0345502663

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9780345502667

A Marxist Interpretation of Church Leadership

Romans 13:1–7

By: Jon-Arild Johannessen

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A Marxist Interpretation of Church Leadership

Romans 13:1–7

By: Jon-Arild Johannessen

A Marxist Interpretation of Church Leadership: Romans 13:1–7 is a study of Romans 13: 1-7 from a Marxist perspective. If too much emphasis is given to obedience, then this may provide the fundament for capitalism ruling with a focus on profit before people.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1666920614

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The Mammoth Book of Conspiracies

By: Jon E. Lewis

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The Mammoth Book of Conspiracies

By: Jon E. Lewis

Bang up to date with fresh cover-ups relating to Barack Obama, Michael Jackson and Afghanistan The 100 military, medical, religious, alien, intelligence, banking and historical cover-ups 'they' really don't want you to know about: The Military-Industrial Complex's fomentation of war with Iraq; the construction of concentration camps in the United States by FEMA (the Federal Emergency Management Agency); the use of alien 'Foo Fighters' by the Nazis and the Japanese during the Second World War; the miracle natural drug suppressed by Big Pharma; the Israelis' responsibility for the bombing of USS Cole; the real reason why CERN broke down; the murder of Paul McCartney - and you didn't even know he was dead. Entertainingly written and closely documented, The Mammoth Book of Conspiracies uncovers the 100 most secret cover-ups in an accessible A-Z format. It covers 95 new conspiracies even more fiendish than those detailed in The Mammoth Book of Cover-Ups by the same author, and provides fresh revelations regarding the five furthest-reaching conspiracies in that book, including the assassination of JFK and 9/11. The book includes a full bibliography and introduction.

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Robinson

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1849017301

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Advanced Introduction to Governance

By: Pierre, Jon,Peters, B. Guy

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Advanced Introduction to Governance

By: Pierre, Jon,Peters, B. Guy

Jon Pierre and Guy Peters expertly guide the reader through governance – one of the most widely used terms in political science – and its differing interpretations, with comprehensive discussion of the key issues covering global as well as local level governance. A detailed look into what constitutes ‘good governance’, whether produced by a government or by more informal means, is also explored.

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Edward Elgar Publishing

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1784712132

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Be Your Own Sailing Coach

20 Goals for Racing Success

By: Jon Emmett

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Be Your Own Sailing Coach

20 Goals for Racing Success

By: Jon Emmett

If you want to win races you need to get organised! This unique guide shows you how to set your overall sailing goals, and breaks them down into manageable – yet stretching – mini-goals. Jon Emmett breaks racing down into 20 key skills (such as speed to windward and tactics) and, with detailed analysis of key techniques, uses a step-by-step guide to explain how to highlight your own strengths and weaknesses, and how you can improve each skill. This book will help you get to the front of the fleet, whether your goal is to win at club, open, national or international level. You will get tips from Olympic racers, and learn their approaches to each key skill; improve you sailing technique in manageable stages; and discover how to set goals and create the action plans to achieve them. Along the way you will find advice from Olympic sailors and exercises to turn you into a winner, with contributions from Paul Goodison, Simon Hiscocks and Joe Glanfield.

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Fernhurst Books Limited

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111831560X

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9781118315606

The Routledge Book of World Proverbs

By: Jon R. Stone

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The Routledge Book of World Proverbs

By: Jon R. Stone

The Routledge Book of World Proverbs draws together proverbs that transcend culture, time and space to provide an enduring collection that is both useful and enjoyable.

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Routledge

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1135870543

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The Mammoth Book of Westerns

By: Jon E. Lewis

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The Mammoth Book of Westerns

By: Jon E. Lewis

The Western, though a singularly American art form, is one of the great genres of world literature with a truly global readership. It is also durable despite being often unfairly maligned. Ever since James Fenimore Cooper transformed frontier yarns into a distinct literary form, the Western has followed two paths: one populist - what Time magazine famously billed 'the American Morality Play' - capable of taking many points of view, from red to redneck, but always populist, with a sentimental attachment to the misfit; the other literary - eschewing heroism, debunking with unsettling candour many of the myths of the West. It can sometimes be difficult to draw a sure line between the two forms, but both are represented in this outstanding collection which includes stories by Rick Bass, Walter Van Tilburg Clark, Larry McMurtry, Mari Sandoz, Christopher Tilghman, and Mark Twain, among many others.

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Robinson

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178033916X

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9781780339160

Dog Days

Dispatches from Bedlam Farm

By: Jon Katz

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Dog Days

Dispatches from Bedlam Farm

By: Jon Katz

In Dog Days, Jon Katz, the squire of Bedlam Farm, allows us to live our dreams of leaving the city for the country, and shares the unpredictable adventure of farm life. The border collies, the sheep, the chickens, the cat, the ram, and one surprisingly sociable steer named Elvis all contribute to the hum (and occasional roar) of Bedlam. On timeless summer days and in punishing winter storms, Katz continues his meditation on what animals can selflessly teach us–and what we in turn owe to them. With good neighbors, a beautiful landscape, and tales of true love thrown in, Dog Days gives us not only marvelous animal stories but a rich portrait of the harmonious world that is Bedlam Farm. Praise for Dog Days: “Anyone who has ever loved an animal, who owns a farm or even dreams of it, will read Dog Days with appreciation and a cathartic lump in his or her throat.” –The Washington Post “Katz proves himself a Thoreau for modern times as he ponders the relationships between man and animals, humanity and nature, and the particularly smelly qualities of manure.” –Fort Worth Star-Telegram “Katz constructs the perfect blend between self-revelation and his subtle brand of humor.” –The Star-Ledger “City-dweller-turned-farmer Katz . . . returns with further adventures from his animal-filled upstate New York sheep farm. Charming.” –People “The perfect summer book . . . You will not be disappointed.” –The Philadelphia Inquirer “A new twist on the American dream.” –The Christian Science Monitor “Thoroughly enchanting.” –The Dallas Morning News

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Random House Trade Paperbacks

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0812974352

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9780812974355

Day of the Delphi

By: Jon Land

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Day of the Delphi

By: Jon Land

With charismatic billionaire Samuel Jackson Dodd at its head, a shadowy cabal of conservatives uses its power to try to win the U.S. presidency and gain complete control of the United States government. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

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Macmillan

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1429956879

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9781429956871

Governance, Politics and the State

By: Jon Pierre,B. Guy Peters

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Governance, Politics and the State

By: Jon Pierre,B. Guy Peters

Having started out as a new and alternative way of thinking about policy making and governing more broadly, governance is now established as a dominant paradigm in understanding national, subnational and global politics. The long-awaited second edition of this textbook takes into account the significant growth and proliferation of the field in recent years and offers a state of the art introduction to how governance is being theorised and studied today. Written by two leading political scientists, Governance, Politics and the State considers how societies are being, and can be, steered in a complex world where states must increasingly interact with and influence other actors and institutions to achieve results. It is a valuable book for all students of governance. New to this Edition: - A fully updated and revised set of chapters, including four new chapters – on multilevel governance, global governance, metagovernance and populism and governance. - A postscript on how to study governance

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1349938599

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9781349938599

Soul of a Dog

Reflections on the Spirits of the Animals of Bedlam Farm

By: Jon Katz

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Soul of a Dog

Reflections on the Spirits of the Animals of Bedlam Farm

By: Jon Katz

Do animals have souls? Some of our greatest thinkers—Aristotle, Plato, Thomas Aquinas—and countless animal lovers have been obsessed with this question for thousands of years. Now New York Times bestselling author Jon Katz looks for an answer. With his signature wisdom, humor, and clarity, Katz relates the stories of the animals he lives with on Bedlam Farm and finds remarkable kinships at every turn. Whether it is beloved sheepdog Rose’s brilliant and methodical herding ability, Mother the cat’s keen mousing instincts, or Izzy’s canine compassion toward hospice patients, Katz is mesmerized to see in them individual personas and sparks of self-awareness. Soul of a Dog will resonate with anyone who loves dogs, cats, or other animals—and who wonders about the spirits that animate them and the deepening hold they have on our lives.

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0812977734

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Cool Stuff 2.0

And How it Works

By: Chris Woodford,Jon Woodcock

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Cool Stuff 2.0

And How it Works

By: Chris Woodford,Jon Woodcock

Cool Stuff 2.0: And How it Works shows and explains, in a brilliantly visual and easy-to-understand way, exactly how the technology that shapes our world works. Find out when and how things were invented-from mobile phones and games consoles to smart cards and space planes. Cool Stuff 2.0: And How it Works will take you on an eye-opening journey from the engine of a hydrogen-fuelled car, into the virtual world of Second Life, and up the earthquake-proofed structure of the world's tallest office building. Cool Stuff 2.0: And How it Works will help you learn about the science behind every machine and gadget.

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Penguin

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0756640652

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9780756640651

Talking to Animals

How You Can Understand Animals and They Can Understand You

By: Jon Katz

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Talking to Animals

How You Can Understand Animals and They Can Understand You

By: Jon Katz

New York Times bestselling author Jon Katz—“a Thoreau for modern times” (San Antonio Express-News)—offers us a deeper understanding of the inner lives of animals and teaches us how we can more effectively communicate with them, made real by his own remarkable experiences with a wide array of creatures great and small. In Talking to Animals, journalist Jon Katz—who left his Manhattan life behind two decades ago for life on a farm where he is surrounded by dogs, cats, sheep, horses, cows, goats, and chickens—marshals his experience to offer us a deeper insight into animals and the tools needed for effectively communicating with them. Devoting each chapter to a specific animal from his life, Katz tells funny and illuminating stories about his profound experiences with them, showing us how healthy engagement with animals falls into five key areas: Food, Movement, Visualization, Language, and Instincts. Along the way, we meet Simon the donkey who arrives at Katz’s farm near death and now serves as his Tai Chi partner. We meet Red the dog who started out antisocial and untrained and is now a therapy dog working with veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. And we meet Winston, the dignified and brave rooster who was injured defending his hens from a hawk and who has better interpersonal skills than most humans. Thoughtful and intelligent, lively and powerful, this book will completely change the way you think about and interact with animals. Katz’s “honest, straightforward, and sometimes searing prose will speak to those who love animals, and might well convert some who do not” (Booklist).

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Simon and Schuster

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1476795509

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9781476795508

A Research Agenda for Governance

By: Peters, B. Guy,Pierre, Jon,Sørensen, Eva,Torfing, Jacob

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A Research Agenda for Governance

By: Peters, B. Guy,Pierre, Jon,Sørensen, Eva,Torfing, Jacob

This Research Handbook offers a comprehensive study of existing and emerging general principles of EU law by scholars from a wide range of expertise in EU law, international law, legal theory and different areas of substantive law. It explores the theory, content, role and function of general principles in EU law to better understand general principles as a mechanism for the substantive openness of the EU legal order as well as for cross-fertilization and coherence of legal orders. Their potential as a tool to manage the interaction of legal regimes and orders is a particular focal point and will make this Handbook a must-read for scholars of EU Law.

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Edward Elgar Publishing

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1788117999

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9781788117999

SAE International’s Dictionary of Commercial Vehicles

By: Jon M. Quigley,Wesley Chominsky

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SAE International’s Dictionary of Commercial Vehicles

By: Jon M. Quigley,Wesley Chominsky

Embark on a journey through the pulsating heart of global commerce with the Commercial Vehicle Dictionary—a comprehensive guide illuminating the intricate language of transportation. From seasoned professionals to curious enthusiasts, this indispensable resource unveils the dynamic world of commercial vehicles, blending precision, innovation, and sustainability. Navigate with confidence as you explore a meticulously curated lexicon covering vehicle classifications, advanced technologies, safety protocols, regulatory frameworks, and emerging trends. Whether optimizing routes, tending to fields, or fascinated by machinery, this dictionary serves as your beacon through the ever-evolving landscape of commercial vehicles. Empower yourself with knowledge, enhance communication, and deepen your understanding of this multifaceted industry. Whether deciphering engine technologies, mastering logistics management, or staying updated on industry standards, let this dictionary be your compass in the vast realm of commercial vehicles. Dive into the rich tapestry of terms and concepts that shape the language of transportation—your journey begins here. (ISBN: 9781468607888 ISBN:9781468607895 ISBN:9781468607901 DOI:10.4271/9781468607895)

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SAE International

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146860788X

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ILCA Book

ILCA sailing from start to finish

By: Tim Davison,Jon Emmett

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ILCA Book

ILCA sailing from start to finish

By: Tim Davison,Jon Emmett

The single manufacturer one-design (SMOD) Laser, launched just over 50 years ago, has now been renamed the ILCA and moved to multiple licensed builders. To reflect this change, the leading book on Laser sailing since 1979, The Laser Book, has now changed its name to The ILCA Book and moved from a single to multiple authors. In this latest edition, ILCA guru and multiple champion Jon Emmett has updated Tim Davison's seminal text to make it completely relevant to today's ILCA sailors. All the latest control lines, masts and sails are covered for all 3 rigs. Targeted at the club sailor, The ILCA Book covers the techniques and skills needed to succeed in ILCA sailing, for those starting out through to those striving to win a Club Championship. Whether you are a youngster moving into an ILCA 4 or 6, or a club sailor looking to improve your ILCA 7 results, the expert advice from the authors and contributions from Laser / ILCA gold medallists, world champions and their coaches, will take your ILCA / Laser sailing to the next level. Beginning with setting up the boat, the book takes you through your early sailing experiences and caring for your ILCA. Developing your skills on all points of sailing, you will then be introduced to race tuning and racing itself. Over 350 photographs show you exactly how it's done, and 50 diagrams illustrate key boat parts, the different points of sailing and complex on-the-water scenarios with clarity. Whatever your background, your current level or the extent of your ambition, this book gives you all the tools you need to get out on the water and improve your ILCA sailing.

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Fernhurst Books Limited

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1912621886

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9781912621880

High Latitude Sailing

Self-sufficient sailing techniques for cold waters and winter seasons

By: Jon Amtrup,Bob Shepton

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High Latitude Sailing

Self-sufficient sailing techniques for cold waters and winter seasons

By: Jon Amtrup,Bob Shepton

Sailing in cold waters is challenging, but hugely rewarding. And when you venture into the high latitudes you find yourself in some of the world's last real wildernesses. In recent years climate change has made these regions more accessible to small boats, and it is now possible to venture further afield in search of adventure. With practical advice, stunning photography and first-hand accounts of voyages from world-renowned experts, this book offers hard-won wisdom on all aspects of sailing in cold waters: · Preparing yourself: good routines, assessing risk and preparing your crew · Preparing your boat: design, heating, engine, steering, anchors and electrics · Sailing in ice: instrumentation, charts, and what to do when you get stuck · Safety: MOB, polar bears, glaciers and dinghy procedure · Communication: VHF, satellite and SSB · Weather: interpreting GRIB files and reading ice charts · Anchoring and mooring: types and numbers of anchors and mooring lines · Clothes: hiking and skiwear; the three-layer principle · Cruising areas: Svalbard, Antarctica, South Georgia and many more Whether it's tackling the North-West Passage aboard your own yacht or a more modest voyage, heading to Antarctica or keeping your boat in the water for the quieter and often more beautiful winter season, this book is essential reading for all sailors preparing for enjoyable and safe sailing in cold waters.

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1472973259

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9781472973252

Policy Analysis of Structural Reforms in Higher Education

Processes and Outcomes

By: Harry de Boer,Jon File,Jeroen Huisman,Marco Seeber,Martina Vukasovic,Don F Westerheijden

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Policy Analysis of Structural Reforms in Higher Education

Processes and Outcomes

By: Harry de Boer,Jon File,Jeroen Huisman,Marco Seeber,Martina Vukasovic,Don F Westerheijden

This book addresses the complex phenomenon in higher education of structural reforms in higher education systems. Across the globe, governments initiate comprehensive reforms of their higher education systems because they want their models to be the best and to excel at what they do. This regularly requires governments to change the higher education landscape to achieve their set objectives. Changes can include merger processes, the introduction of a new sector of higher education or a new type of higher education institution or excellence initiative. This book explores the current understanding of how successful such comprehensive reforms have been through an examination of eleven reform cases in European countries. For each reform, the different phases of the policy process – policy objectives, design, implementation, policy tools and evaluation – are systematically described and analysed to provide an overview of the factors that contribute to the success or failure of the reforms.

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Springer

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3319422375

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Coach Yourself to Win

By: Jon Emmett

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Coach Yourself to Win

By: Jon Emmett

This book will help you to succeed on the water whether your aim is Club, National, International (or even Olympic) level. With detailed analysis, challenging exercises and useful top tips throughout, everything is covered: from targets, goal setting and a winning mental attitude to boat handling, strategy and tactics (plus lots more). Handy diagrams on almost every page help to clarify complex concepts and scenarios, and brilliant action photographs bring the text to life. Each chapter is closed with not-to-be missed advice from Olympic medallists – making this a must-have book for all sailors who aspire to great success. This is a re-written and more focused version of the author's popular title Be Your Own Sailing Coach, and its publication marks the re-launch of the iconic Sail to Win series, loved by sailors for over 30 years.

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Fernhurst Books Limited

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1909911631

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9781909911635

Water & Boats

By: Jon Richards

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Water & Boats

By: Jon Richards

Describes experiments featuring water and its properties that demonstrate how water freezes and thaws, the differences between saltwater and fresh water, why things float on water, and how plants get water.

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The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

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140423909X

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The Trailsman #372

Missouri Mastermind

By: Jon Sharpe

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The Trailsman #372

Missouri Mastermind

By: Jon Sharpe

Fargo is in a battle of wits and weapons. When the Pinkertons ask Skye Fargo to infiltrate a small gang of brutal killers, he has no idea what he’s in for. Because the gang is only a tiny piece of a much bigger “syndicate” that has it’s filthy hands in a lot of pies—and it’s up to the Trailsman to climb up the lowlife ladder and take down the head honcho…if someone doesn’t take him down first.

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1101605529

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In This House of Images

By: Jon Remmerde

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In This House of Images

By: Jon Remmerde

A novel about cannibalism, art, business, love, and morality in the contemporary consumer culture.

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iUniverse

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0595152910

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The Next Public Administration

Debates and Dilemmas

By: B Guy Peters,Jon Pierre

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The Next Public Administration

Debates and Dilemmas

By: B Guy Peters,Jon Pierre

Written by two of the leading scholars in the field, this book explores public administration in the past, present and future, critically reviewing the modernization of public management reform. It reasserts public administration as an integral component of democratic governance and fostering a state-citizen relationship. Wide-ranging in scope, The Next Public Administration: Extends basic public administration to consider issues associated with management, governance and democracy Covers core public administration concepts and their evolution through time Draws on an international spread of examples, bringing theoretical discussions to life Includes lists of further reading Essential reading for students of public management and public administration.

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SAGE

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1473993938

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The Encyclopedia of Psychological Trauma

By: Gilbert Reyes,Jon D. Elhai,Julian D. Ford

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The Encyclopedia of Psychological Trauma

By: Gilbert Reyes,Jon D. Elhai,Julian D. Ford

The Encyclopedia of Psychological Trauma is the only authoritative reference on the scientific evidence, clinical practice guidelines, and social issues addressed within the field of trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder. Edited by the leading experts in the field, you will turn to this definitive reference work again and again for complete coverage of psychological trauma, PTSD, evidence-based and standard treatments, as well as controversial topics including EMDR, virtual reality therapy, and much more.

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