This core textbook on human resource development (HRD) focusses on a topic that has emerged as one of the most dynamic and multifaceted areas of business and management for both academics and practitioners. Providing an engaging and succinct discussion of the topic, this textbook tackles HRD from a basic introductory level, covering the major areas of HRD, including strategic HRD, the interaction between leadership, talent management and HRD, and HRD in large and small enterprises. With a unique blend of theory and practice, alongside innovative learning tools such as videos and active case studies, this text will help students to succeed in their HRD courses and to develop important practical skills for their future career. This is the perfect textbook for first and second year undergraduate students, as well as for post-experience students, studying introductory modules on Human Resource Development, Training and Development, or Learning and Development.
Only in Ireland – the funniest, wildest and most absurd stories from Ireland's local newspapers For anyone with a sense of humour and a taste for the absurd, here are the best of the unique, hilarious stories from towns and villages the length and breadth of the country that make the headlines in the local newspaper ... and nowhere else. Read all about the dogs in Mountmellick forced to wear nappies, the Kerry boat builder who travelled 23 minutes back in time, the pub thieves who escaped through Limerick prison, the Corkman whose most treasured possession is his bucket from the Pope's 1979 visit and many, many more. Medium-Sized Town, Fairly Big Story showcases the best of Ireland's distinctive humour, personality and wit. This book is a window on the real soul of Ireland, a snapshot of the way we were, the way we are and, hopefully, the way we'll always be. 'Open this book on any page and you'll smile. This book will sit proudly in my toilet for many years to come.' Hector Ó hEochagáin 'Ireland's famous wit and charm is often most evident in our local papers and Ronan has unearthed the best of it for this great book.' Bressie 'I was laughing just reading some of the headlines!' Gerry Duffy, bestselling author of Who Dares, Runs and Tick Tock Ten 'This is a rale good book. A week never passes that I don't buy a few local papers and Ronan has done a savage job bringing some of the best stories from them together here.' Mick Foster, one half of Foster & Allen 'This book is a great validation of the importance of local newspapers.' Tony Allen, the other half ... 'It really is the perfect gift for a loved one living abroad or anyone at home who loves reading about what makes Ireland tick!' Ireland's Eye
Information contained in this work draws together all the different strands of Arthurian myth from such sources as Geoffrey of Monmouth, Malory, Chretian de Troyes, and the English Gawain cycles. Every character appearing in the myths is examined in this book on the Arthurian tales"--
Information contained in this work draws together all the different strands of Arthurian myth from such sources as Geoffrey of Monmouth, Malory, Chretian de Troyes, and the English Gawain cycles. Every character appearing in the myths is examined in this book on the Arthurian tales"--
A supplementary work to the author's original "Dictionary of Cryptozoology" (1994), giving additional and updated information on entries it contains, but above all listing a vast number of new mystery animals.
Even in the 21st Century, Ireland is still a land full of mysteries. Some of the most enduring enigmas of The Emerald Isle are the mysterious animals which still apparently lurk in loughs, rivers and mountains. Beasts such as the lake monsters, the dwarf wolves of Achill island, and the terrifying Dobharchu...
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