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The Decline Of The Liberal Party 1910-1931 (Seminar Studies)
by Paul AdelmanPaul Adelman seeks to explain the Liberal Party's dramatic transformation in political fortune. This clear, objective up-to-date account of the history of the Liberal Party covers the key period, 1910-1931. Focusing on liberal decline and drawing upon the different views forwarded by historians to account for this phenomenon, it discusses liberal decline before World War 1, the impact of the war on the liberals and the divisions that grew in the party after December 1916 between followers of Asquith and Lloyd George. A number of general factors are also covered, the impact of social and economic change, the effects of the Reform Act of 1918 and the rise of the Labour party. An ideal text for A-level and undergraduate students of history and politics.
The Decline of Representative Democracy: Process, Participation, and Power in State Legislatures
by Alan RosenthalBased on a leading scholar′s firsthand observations of legislatures as well as extensive interviews with legislators, legislative staff, and lobbyists, this important work describes and analyzes the contemporary state of legislatures and the legislative process in the fifty states. It explores the principal elements of legislatures, including the processes by which legislation is enacted, the impact of the media, political competition and partisanship, lobbyists and lobbying, the challenge of ethics, the role of leadership, and the linkage between legislators and their constituencies.Thematically, Alan Rosenthal argues that despite the popular perception that legislatures are autocratic, arbitrary, isolated, unresponsive, and up for sale, legislatures are, in fact, extraordinarily democratic and becoming more so. He concludes, furthermore, that the dangers to representative democracy today are substantial. The Decline of Representative Democracy builds on the growing literature in state politics and state legislatures. It also relies on the author′s participant-observer research, interviews conducted especially for this book, and his years in the field. Many illustrative examples help to clarify the theoretical points made throughout the book, which in turn provide provocative sources of debate for students of the legislative process.
The Deep End of the Ocean: A Novel (A Cappadora Family Novel #1)
by Jacquelyn MitchardFew first novels receive the kind of attention and acclaim showered on this powerful story--a nationwide bestseller, a critical success, and the first title chosen for Oprah's Book Club. Both highly suspenseful and deeply moving, The Deep End of the Ocean imagines every mother's worst nightmare--the disappearance of a child--as it explores a family's struggle to endure, even against extraordinary odds. Filled with compassion, humor, and brilliant observations about the texture of real life, here is a story of rare power, one that will touch readers' hearts and make them celebrate the emotions that make us all one.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Degradation of the Academic Dogma
by Egon FriedellThis is one of the most important books ever published about the American university. Robert Nisbet accuses universities of having betrayed themselves. Over the centuries they earned the respect of society by attempting to remain faithful to what he terms "the academic dogma," the pursuit of knowledge for its own sake. The measure of a university's greatness and of the stature of an individual scholar was determined not by the immediate usefulness of the work done, but by how much it contributed to scholarship, learning, and teaching.American universities abandoned this ideal, Nisbet charges, after World War II, welcoming onto their campuses academic entrepreneurs engaged in the "higher capitalism," the highly profitable sale of knowledge. This "reformation," says Nisbet, has resulted in the greatest change in the structure and values of the university that has occurred since their founding as guilds in the Middle Ages. And it may be responsible, for reasons he spells out in convincing detail, for their eventual demise as centers of learning.In her introduction, Gertrude Himmelfarb pays tribute to Robert Nisbet for his prescience in analyzing the reformation of the university in the postwar period. A second reformation, she says, has further undermined the academic dogma, first by applying the principles of affirmative action and multiculturalism to the curriculum as well as to student admissions and faculty hiring, and then by "deconstructing" the disciplines, thus subverting the ideas of truth, reason, and objectivity. The Degradation of the Academic Dogma is even more pertinent today than when it was first published a quarter of a century ago. For those concerned with the integrity of the university and of intellectual life, Robert Nisbet has once again proved himself a prophet and a mentor.
The Demon Awakens: The Demon Awakens - The Demon Spirit - The Demon Apostle (Demon Wars #1)
by R. A. SalvatoreIn THE DEMON AWAKENS, bestselling author R. A. Salvatore creates an astonishing new world for readers to explore--and an intrepid hero to lead the way: Elbryan Wynden, who must confront the dark tides of destiny in his epic search for justice and peace. .A great evil has awakened in the land of Corona, a terrible demon determined to spread death and misery. His goblin armies and fearsome giants ravage the settlements of the frontier, and in the small village of Dundallis their merciless attack leaves behind two shattered orphans: Pony and her lifelong friend, the youth Elbryan. Taken in by elves, Elbryan is raised to become a formidable ranger--a fateful role that will lead him into harrowing confrontation.Meanwhile, on a far-off island, a shower of gemstones will fall onto the black sand shores. These heaven-sent stones carry within them an incredible power--the key to all that is good in the world and all that is evil, and it is up to one young monk to liberate them from the corrupt monastery that harvests them. Pray that they don't fall into the wrong, clawed hands.
The Demon Awakens: The DemonWars Saga, Book 1 (DemonWars series #1)
by R. A. Salvatore#1 New York Times bestselling author R. A. Salvatore brings an astonishing world to life and the intrepid hero, Elbryan Wynden, leads the way as he confronts the dark tides of destiny in his epic search for justice and peace.A great evil has awakened in the land of Corona, a terrible demon determined to spread death and misery. His goblin armies and fearsome giants ravage the settlements of the frontier, and in the small village of Dundallis, their merciless attack leaves behind two shattered orphans: Pony and her lifelong friend, the youth Elbryan. Taken in by elves, Elryan is raised to become a formidable ranger—a fateful role that will lead him into harrowing confrontations. Meanwhile, on a far-off island, a shower of gemstones will fall onto the black-sand shores. These heaven-sent stones carry within them an incredible power—the key to all that is good in the world and all that is evil, and it is up to one young monk to liberate them from the corrupt monastery that harvests them. Pray they don&’t fall into the wrong clawed hands.
The Demon-Haunted World: Science as a Candle in the Dark
by Carl SaganHow can we make intelligent decisions about our increasingly technology-driven lives if we don't understand the difference between the myths of pseudoscience and the testable hypotheses of science? Pulitzer Prize-winning author and distinguished astronomer Carl Sagan argues that scientific thinking is critical not only to the pursuit of truth but to the very well-being of our democratic institutions.<P> Casting a wide net through history and culture, Sagan examines and authoritatively debunks such celebrated fallacies of the past as witchcraft, faith healing, demons, and UFOs. And yet, disturbingly, in today's so-called information age, pseudoscience is burgeoning with stories of alien abduction, channeling past lives, and communal hallucinations commanding growing attention and respect. As Sagan demonstrates with lucid eloquence, the siren song of unreason is not just a cultural wrong turn but a dangerous plunge into darkness that threatens our most basic freedoms.
The Desert Thieves (Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #141)
by Franklin W. DixonFrom the back of the book: FRANK AND JOE ARE HOT ON THE TRAIL OF A DANGEROUS DESERT DESPERADO! THE HARDYS HAVE JOINED THEIR FATHER ON A TRIP TO ARIZONA'S MAGNIFICENT ORGAN PIPE CACTUS NATIONAL MONUMENT. BUT THEIR JOURNEY INTO THE DESERT TAKES A SHARP AND SUDDEN DETOUR INTO DANGER. SOMEONE IS RIPPING UP AND RIPPING OFF THE RARE CACTI AND TURNING THEM INTO COLD HARD CASH ON THE BLACK MARKET! LIKE THE CATTLE RUSTLERS OF OLD. THE CACTUS THIEVES STRIKE IN THE DEAD OF NIGHT. THEN VANISH INTO THE WILDS. FORMING THEIR OWN POSSE. FRANK AND JOE SET OUT IN PURSUIT. DODGING DEADLY GUNFIRE AND POISONOUS RATTLERS ALONG THE WAY. DETERMINED TO ROOT OUT THE CRIME, THE BOYS ARE HEADED FOR A DESERT SHOWDOWN AS HOT AS THE ARIZONA SUN! ======== From inside the book: The Desert Thieves Frank did not stop to rest at the ledge, as Joe had, but pushed onward, trying to beat the oncoming darkness. His fingers were tiring, though. About ten feet from the top, he said, "Take the slack out. My fingers need a break." Joe pulled the rope to create tension so that Frank could lean back in his sling, taking the pressure off his fingers for a minute or two. "We need to work on our timing," Frank said as he rested his weight on the rope. "Next time let's-" Frank stopped in midsentence, his mouth gaping as the realization hit him. Without warning, the rope had broken. With no time to react, Frank fell backward off the cliff and into the darkness.
The Determinants of Performance: Development Lead Time and Cost
by Gary P. PisanoSuperior development performance requires different practices in different environments. This chapter explores how two strategies-learning by doing and learning before doing-affect development performance.
The Determinants of Small Firm Growth: An Inter-Regional Study in the United Kingdom 1986-90 (Regions and Cities #8)
by Richard Barkham Mark Hart Graham GudginOne of the most striking trends in economic development since the 1970s has been the rising importance of the small firm. Focusing on the issues of enterprise development and the regional dimensions of small-firm growth, this book explores the literature of this area. Moving from an analysis of measures of growth to the effects of both internal and external variables - arguing that the owner-manager has a key role in the growth performance of the firm - the authors explore regional disparities in, and constraints on, growth, and make significant advances in the policy debate on understanding how faster growth can be achieved.
The Developmental Psychopathology of Eating Disorders: Implications for Research, Prevention, and Treatment
by Michael P. Levine Linda Smolak Ruth Striegel-MooreAlthough eating problems--ranging from body dissatisfaction and dieting to anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa--can begin and typically have their roots in childhood, theory and research in developmental psychopathology and developmental psychology have not received substantial attention in eating disorders research. This book provides crucial background material from both fields, and then makes direct applications to numerous aspects of the field of eating disorders including theory, research, treatment, and primary prevention.This book was born out of a transaction between frustration and optimism. The frustrations reflected the limitations of current knowledge about eating problems and disorders. Etiological "causes" which are sensitive and specific to eating disorders have been elusive. Although there is some understanding of risk factors, little is known about protective factors. This has made prevention, among other things, difficult. Furthermore, the mechanisms underlying the association between risk factors and disordered eating are poorly understood. For example, it is known that women are at greater risk than men are, but clinicians are hard- pressed to get beyond gender-based speculations and demonstrate why this is true.The optimism grows from familiarity with the field of developmental psychopathology. It seems evident that this approach has much to offer the field of eating disorders. This book is an early step in the integration of developmental psychopathology into theorizing, research, treatment, and prevention of eating disorders. It addresses four specific goals:* to introduce the principles and methodologies of developmental psychopathology,* to review the work of developmental psychologists in several major areas of behavior relevant to understanding the causes, treatment, and prevention of eating disorders,* to apply developmental psychopathology principles to the area of eating disorders, both in the form of theoretical models and in specific areas/issues raised by developmental psychopathology, and* to discuss the implications of developmental approaches for prevention programs and treatments.
The Devil Earl
by Deborah SimmonsOut Of A Midnight Coach Stepped Ravenscar…The Perfect Gothic Mystery Man Dark and brooding and rumored to have done murder, the Devil Earl was everything Prudence Lancaster's imagination could conjure. But he was also flesh and blood, and infinitely more seductive than anything she had ever created. In his presence, the dreamy authoress became a sultry sleuth, hungry to solve the mystery of Ravenscar's missing brother and to save her beloved Devil Earl from his own wicked legacy…
The Devil Earl
by Deborah SimmonsBe swept away by this classic Regency romance by Deborah Simmons…Dark, brooding and suspected of murder!The rumors surrounding the Earl of Ravenscar are enough to make anyone’s imagination run wild. But in the flesh he’s infinitely more seductive than anything even authoress Prudence Lancaster could conjure up! By his side, Prudence becomes a sultry sleuth, hungry to solve the mystery of Ravenscar’s missing brother. Can she help her Devil Earl escape his own wicked legacy…?“a wonderfully written romance, complete with passion, love, mystery and a terrific cast of characters.”—RT Book Reviews on The Devil Earl“Deborah Simmons guarantees a page-turner…”—Romantic Times
The Devil Knows How to Ride: The True Story of William Clarke Quantrill and His Confederate Raiders
by Edward E. LeslieBrilliantly weaving together eyewitness accounts, letters, memories, newspaper articles, and military reports into a riveting narrative, this definitive biography reveals the personality of William Clarke Quantrill (1837-1865) and the events that transformed a quiet Ohio schoolteacher from a staunchly Unionist family into a virulent pro-slavery Confederate soldier and the most feared and despised guerrilla chieftain of the Civil War. This groundbreaking work includes the most accurate account ever written of the 1863 Lawrence, Kansas massacre (the greatest atrocity of the Civil War), when Quantrill and 450 raiders torched the Unionist town and executed roughly 200 unarmed, unresisting men and teenage boys. It also details the postwar outlaw careers of those who rode with him-Frank and Jesse James, and Cole Younger. No other history so fully penetrates the myth of a cardboard-cutout psychopath to expose Quantrill in all his brutality and human complexity.
The Devil You Know: A deadly secret changes a woman's life forever
by Josephine CoxOne overheard conversation. One fateful evening. A lifetime of consequences. The Devil You Know is a turbulent and emotional saga of a woman who must outface danger to find the happiness she craves, from bestselling author Josephine Cox. Perfect for fans of Lyn Andrews and Dilly Court. Sonny Fareham's lover - and also her boss - is the charismatic Tony Bridgeman, a successful and ruthless man who usually gets what he wants. But for Sonny, the affair that has promised a future of hope and happiness must end in desperate fear. Late one evening, Sonny overhears a private conversation between Tony Bridgeman and his wife. Only then does she realise she is in great danger.Pregnant and afraid, Sonny flees her home to make a new life in the north of England, where she meets a gregarious and motherly new friend, Ellie Kenny. When the mysterious and handsome David Langham seems drawn to her, Sonny almost dares to believe that she could be happy again. But never far away is the one person who wants to destroy everything that she now holds dear...What readers are saying about The Devil You Know: '[Josephine Cox] somehow gets you so embroiled in the story that you never want it to end. Thoroughly enjoyable''Fantastic read, could not put it down... Loved all the characters''Five stars'
The Devil You Know: A deadly secret changes a woman’s life forever
by Josephine CoxOne overheard conversation. One fateful evening. A lifetime of consequences. The Devil You Know is a turbulent and emotional saga of a woman who must outface danger to find the happiness she craves, from bestselling author Josephine Cox. Perfect for fans of Lyn Andrews and Dilly Court. Sonny Fareham's lover - and also her boss - is the charismatic Tony Bridgeman, a successful and ruthless man who usually gets what he wants. But for Sonny, the affair that has promised a future of hope and happiness must end in desperate fear. Late one evening, Sonny overhears a private conversation between Tony Bridgeman and his wife. Only then does she realise she is in great danger.Pregnant and afraid, Sonny flees her home to make a new life in the north of England, where she meets a gregarious and motherly new friend, Ellie Kenny. When the mysterious and handsome David Langham seems drawn to her, Sonny almost dares to believe that she could be happy again. But never far away is the one person who wants to destroy everything that she now holds dear... What readers are saying about The Devil You Know: '[Josephine Cox] somehow gets you so embroiled in the story that you never want it to end. Thoroughly enjoyable''Fantastic read, could not put it down... Loved all the characters''Five stars'
The Devil's Hunt (Hugh Corbett Mysteries, Book 10): A spellbinding medieval mystery of murder and intrigue
by Paul DohertyThe mysterious 'Bell Man' stalks the streets of Oxford...Hugh Corbett finds himself investigating amongst the dreaming spires of Oxford in the tenth novel in Paul Doherty's medieval mystery series, The Devil's Hunt. Perfect for fans of Ellis Peters and Robin Hobb.The golden summer of 1303 and Oxford is plunged into chaos. The severed heads of beggars have been tied by their hair to the trees in woods outside the city. John Copsale, the Regent of Sparrow Hall, has been found dead in his bed and it is being whispered that he was murdered by the mysterious 'Bell Man'. Then the college librarian and activist, Robert Ascham is discovered with a crossbow bolt in his chest. King Edward, hearing of the seething unrest in Oxford, arrives unannounced at Sir Hugh Corbett's country manor, and insists that Corbett go to the city to solve the murderous mysteries. And when the King commands, few can resist even if it means knowingly entering a dangerous and violent world...What readers are saying about Paul Doherty:'One of the best in the series so far''As with all Doherty books, historical accuracy and superb plots are of the highest standard, as are the characters''Paul Doherty's depictions of medieval England are truly outstanding'
The Devil's Hunt: A spellbinding medieval mystery of murder and intrigue (The\hugh Corbett Ser. #Vol. 10)
by Paul DohertyThe golden summer of 1303 and Oxford is plunged into chaos. The severed heads of beggars have been tied by their hair to the trees in woods outside the city. John Copsale, the Regent of Sparrow Hall, has been found dead in his bed and it is being whispered that he was murdered by the mysterious 'Bell Man'. Then the college librarian and activist, Robert Ascham is discovered with a crossbow bolt in his chest. King Edward, hearing of the seething unrest in Oxford, arrives unannounced at Sir Hugh Corbett's country manor, and insists that Corbett go to the city to solve the murderous mysteries. And when the King commands, few can resist even if it means knowingly entering a dangerous and violent world...
The Devil’s Menagerie
by Louis CharbonneauFear is his favorite mediumFBI agent Karen Younger's worst nightmare just came true. A vicious serial killer from a cold case has struck again--his crimes spanning two different continents, eight years apart. But he's only getting started, and with each young woman brutally beaten to death across San Carlos, California, he's sending someone a message.Glenda Lindstrom is facing a nightmare of her own. Her abusive ex-husband, Ralph Beringer, is back in town--repeatedly calling, stalking her kids, breaking into their home. He doesn't want a reunion, he wants revenge. Beringer has never forgiven Glenda for taking their son away and remarrying. But she can't convince anyone that the man terrorizing her is capable of far worse than misdemeanors.Beringer is rapidly losing control over his murderous impulses, and he has Glenda and her family exactly where he needs them to complete his grisly scheme. With only a handful of clues and gritty instinct, Agent Younger is running out of time to solve the case before a madman's rage erupts again.
The Diary of Lady Murasaki (Dover Thrift Editions)
by Shikibu MurasakiDerived from the journals of an empress's tutor and companion, this unique book offers rare glimpses of court life in eleventh-century Japan. Lady Murasaki recounts episodes of drama and intrigue among courtiers as well as the elaborate rituals related to the birth of a prince. Her observations, expressed with great subtlety, offer penetrating and timeless insights into human nature. Murasaki Shikibu (circa AD 973–1025) served among the gifted poets and writers of the imperial court during the Heian period. She and other women of the era were instrumental in developing Japanese as a written language, and her masterpiece, The Tale of Genji, is regarded as the world's first novel. Lady Murasaki's diary reveals the role of books in her society, including the laborious copying of texts and their high status as treasured gifts. This translation is accompanied by a Foreword from American poet and Japanophile Amy Lowell.
The Dilemma
by Penny VincenziA complex marriage, treachery and blackmail - all in Penny Vincenzi's THE DILEMMA.'A total indulgence' Ideal HomeAll Francesca Channing had to do in order to keep her marriage alive, her children safe, her life intact, was to tell a lie. One simple, straightforward lie. But it wasn't that simple or straightforward at all. Her life, as Bard Channing's third wife, was very far from easy. He was charismatic, powerful and rich - and he adored her. He was also manipulative and scheming, with a family as large and complex as his business. But it was an emotional crisis of her own which finally put Francesca's dilemma into perspective, and made her wonder if she loved Bard enough to lie for him...
The Dilemma
by Penny VincenziTreachery and blackmail shake up a real estate mogul’s marriage in this debut novel by the #1 international–bestselling author of Sheer Abandon.All Francesca Channing must do in order to keep her marriage alive, her children safe, her life intact, is to tell a lie. One simple, straightforward lie. But it isn’t that simple or straightforward at all. Her husband is charismatic, powerful and rich—and he adores her. He’s also manipulative and scheming, with a family as large and complex as his business—Francesca is his third wife, after all. But it was an emotional crisis of her own which finally put Francesca’s dilemma into perspective, that made her wonder if she loved him enough to lie for him, that made her wonder how far she could go . . . Praise for Penny Vincenzi“Penny Vincenzi is poised to fill the gap in the American realm of Cinderella fiction. With so few current writers able to summon the quaint allure of such women's fiction without stooping to sensation.” —Janet Maslin, The New York Times“Penny Vincenzi writes with verve and heart, immersing the reader in a world of engrossing and unforgettable glamour and passion.” —Dominick Dunne“Nobody writes smart, page-turning commercial women’s fiction like Vincenzi.” —USA Today“Satisfaction guaranteed.” —The Washington Post Book World
The Dinner Lady: She gave up her son . . . but now she wants him back in this compelling family saga
by Sally Worboyes'She brings the East End to life' Barbara WindsorYears ago, Patsy Hemmingway gave her son up to his natural father Jack and his wife Laura because a baby didn't fit into her lifestyle. But now Jac is six years old and Patsy is on her own. Cunning and ruthless, she is laying plans to get her boy back . . .Jac is fiercely loved and protected by his parents, and by his half-sister, Kay. Blissfully unaware of Patsy's schemes, the Armstrongs have other concerns - such as Kay's marriage to the handsome, high-flying Steve and setting up home as lady of leisure. But Kay has the added distraction of Zacchi, her gypsy boyfriend from the past, igniting passions and turning her world upside down. Meanwhile, the warning signs about Jac go unnoticed - and it's going to take every bit of the Armstrong strength of character and resourcefulness to tackle the obstacles ahead . . .A compelling family saga set in the 1960s East End, perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Katie Flynn and Kitty Neale.
The Dinner Lady: She gave up her son . . . but now she wants him back in this compelling family saga
by Sally Worboyes'She brings the East End to life' Barbara WindsorYears ago, Patsy Hemmingway gave her son up to his natural father Jack and his wife Laura because a baby didn't fit into her lifestyle. But now Jac is six years old and Patsy is on her own. Cunning and ruthless, she is laying plans to get her boy back . . .Jac is fiercely loved and protected by his parents, and by his half-sister, Kay. Blissfully unaware of Patsy's schemes, the Armstrongs have other concerns - such as Kay's marriage to the handsome, high-flying Steve and setting up home as lady of leisure. But Kay has the added distraction of Zacchi, her gypsy boyfriend from the past, igniting passions and turning her world upside down. Meanwhile, the warning signs about Jac go unnoticed - and it's going to take every bit of the Armstrong strength of character and resourcefulness to tackle the obstacles ahead . . .A compelling family saga set in the 1960s East End, perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Katie Flynn and Kitty Neale.
The Dipper: An uplifting novel of love, trust and friendship
by Marcia WillettWho do you turn to in your time of need?The Dipper is Marcia Willett's deeply moving novel that shows the strength of love and friendship in confronting the dark sorrows of life. The perfect read for fans of Veronica Henry and Fern Britton.'A must for women fiction readers' - BooklistIn the depths of Dartmoor, Quentin and Clemmie Halliwell know that the onset of old age threatens their life together at The Grange. Phyllida Makepeace feels secure in her marriage to Alistair, but when a deep sorrow strikes them, she discovers that no one is untouched by human frailty. Claudia and Jeff Maynard seem the perfect couple. But they are hiding from the truth and Claudia is about to realise the shattering effects of denial. Turning to one another in their time of need, these friends and neighbours learn those vital lessons in how to love, forgive and, most importantly, how to trust again.What readers are saying about The Dipper:'The characters come to life and the plots are carefully worked out and totally believable''A true pleasure to read''Touching and gentle with really believable characters. Marcia Willett is a sensitive writer'