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The Cardinal: from the Sunday Times bestseller, the gripping new novel about the man behind the Tudor crown
by Alison WeirStep into the thrill and intrigue of Tudor England in the rich, compelling new novel from Sunday Times bestseller Alison Weir.'Alison Weir makes history come alive as no one else' BARBARA ERSKINEAN EXTRAORDINARY RISE TO POWER. A TRAGIC FALL FROM GRACE.It begins with young Tom Wolsey, the bright and brilliant son of a Suffolk tradesman, sent to study at Oxford at just eleven years old.It ends with a disgraced cardinal, cast from the King's side and estranged from the woman he loves.The years in between tell the story of a scholar and a lover, a father and a priest. From the court of Henry VIII, Tom builds a powerful empire of church and state. At home in London, away from prying eyes, he finds joy in a secret second life.But when King Henry, his cherished friend, demands the ultimate sacrifice, what will Wolsey choose?Alison Weir's riveting new Tudor novel reveals the two lives of Cardinal Wolsey, a tale of power, passion and ambition.PRAISE FOR ALISON WEIR'S TUDOR FICTION'Alison Weir gives us her most compelling heroine yet... This is where the story of the Tudors begins' TRACY BORMAN'History has the best stories and they should all be told like this' CONN IGGULDEN'As always, Alison Weir is ahead of the curve - and at the top of her game' SARAH GRISTWOOD'Weir is excellent on the little details that bring a world to life' GUARDIAN'Profoundly moving... lingers long after the last page' ELIZABETH FREMANTLE
Priya Mistry and the Lost Treasure (Priya Mistry #2)
by Babita SharmaPriya Mistry - corner shop super sleuth - is back! She's a Mistry by name, and mysteries are her game . . . When items of lost property start appearing around her family's corner shop, it's a job for Priya Mistry to solve! She digs out her special mission kit and her imagination takes her on a magical adventure, from fairytale parties to pirate ships. Will Priya be able to do it again and trace the belongings back to their owners in time for tea? A fantastically fun and mischievously mysterious picture book that is perfect for little detectives!More Corner Shop adventures:Priya Mistry and the Paw Prints Puzzle
The Slough House Thrillers Books 1-8
by Mick Herron*NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES STARING GARY OLDMAN*'Herron is at the summit of a new golden age of spy fiction' Sunday TimesSpooks are supposed to be stealthy . . . But those who make a noisy mess of their careers end up in Slough House.This is Jackson Lamb's kingdom: a dumping ground for spies who've screwed up. Once high fliers, they're now slow horses, condemned to a life of pushing paper as punishment for crimes of drugs and drunkenness, lechery and failure, politics and betrayal. In drab and mildewed offices, these highly trained spies moan and squabble, stare at the walls, and dream of better days - not one of them joined the Intelligence Service to be a slow horse, and the one thing they have in common is their desire to be back in the action.Includes Slow Horses, Dead Lions, Real Tigers, Spook Street, London Rules, Joe Country, Slough House and Bad Actors.'The man is a genius' The Spectator'Britain's finest contemporary thriller series' Daily Express
A Lethal Cocktail: A totally gripping new cosy Golden Age mystery for fans of Agatha Christie and The Mitford Murders (The Woolf & Bell Mysteries #2)
by Ciar Byrne'Utterly charming and expertly plotted with twists I genuinely never saw coming!' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen InvestigatesA gripping and twisty standalone instalment in a charmingly bookish new cosy crime series - The Woolf & Bell Mysteries are perfect for fans of The Mitford Murders, The Three Dahlias and Agatha Christie. 'Agatha Christie vibes . . . in the beautiful Sussex countryside, what's not to love!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'A brilliant cosy crime novel' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I thoroughly enjoyed this cosy murder mystery and would highly recommend' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐---💍 Three ex-husbands. Two ex-wives. ⚰️ One shocking murder. 🍸 A wedding that's the talk of the town... Tudor Close Hotel, Rottingdean, is the most glamorous venue of the season. And not somewhere Virginia or her sister Vanessa would usually choose to frequent. They're far happier at home with their writing or painting, than brushing shoulders with debutantes or starlets.But Lady Ottoline has had a difficult year, so - despite her rather outlandish tastes - they let her choose the meeting spot. And when the group bumps into fashion designer Mimi Mason in the hotel bar, they begrudgingly accept an invite to her wedding breakfast the next morning. No one imagined that, a few cocktails later, Mimi would be dead.As the sisters are drawn into a new case, it becomes clear that someone meticulously planned this murder. Beneath the glittering exterior, there was a dark side to this beautiful bride - and every wedding guest had a reason to sabotage this happy union. But which one of them decided it was time to give Mimi a taste of her own poison?READERS LOVE WOOLF & BELL:'A delightful start to a new series'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Enjoyable and entertaining'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I thoroughly enjoyed this cozy murder mystery and would highly recommend'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Looking forward to reading more Woolf & Bell Mysteries'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I cannot wait to read the rest of the series'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A strong start to the Woolf & Bell Mysteries series, it had everything I was looking for'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Zoë Boehm Thrillers Books 1–4
by Mick Herron*From the creator of SLOW HORSES and soon to be a major TV series starring Emma Thompson and Ruth Wilson*'If you haven't read Zoë Boehm yet, welcome to your next fiction addiction' Val McDermid, author of Past LyingIncludes Down Cemetery Road, The Last Voice You Hear, Why We Die and Smoke and Whispers.'A not-to-be-missed treat . . . Herron's incisive portraits are as pitch perfect as ever' Guardian'A legend in the world of crime fiction' Off Air with Jane and Fi
Across Mountains, Land and Sea: One Boy’s Extraordinary Journey
by Mir RahimiThe extraordinary true story of hope, courage and survival and one boy's journey across the world to find safety When Mir was thirteen, he was forced to flee his village in the mountains of Afghanistan. Separated from his family he embarked on an astonishing journey across snowy mountains, treacherous land and unforgiving seas, until he reached Dover clinging to the underside of a lorry. It was in the UK that he realised his journey had only just begun. This is Mir's unbelievable story of seeking a better life and education, and the marks left by displacement.
Sicily: Essential recipes from a Mediterranean island
by Enza GenoveseDiscover this collection of delicious recipes from Sicily, complete with specially commissioned photography of the beautiful Mediterranean island.From the bustling streets of Palermo to the colourful markets of Cefalù, from arancini to cannoli, Sicily is home to some of the world's freshest, most delicious food. In this collection of recipes curated by Sicilian Enza Genovese, travel the entire island of Sicily in food, learning how to easily prepare the tastiest hallmark dishes of this Italian region, alongside some new favourites, at home.Chapters include:Antipasti: arancini, Nonna's eggplant parmigiana, Sicilian focacciaPasta: Casarecce alla Norma, spaghetti with ricotta and pistachios, sardine bucatiniRisotto and couscous: artichoke and pea risotto, Trapanese couscous, lobster risottoMeat: meatballs in white sauce, pork ragu, vegetable polpettoneFish: stuffed calamari, swordfish with capers and almonds, tuna millefoglie
Time to Shine, Sunny (Little Bugs Big Feelings)
by Hollie HughesAn adorable story about CONFIDENCE to boost self-esteem and celebrate kindness, set in an exciting, vibrant minibeast world.In the wild patch of the garden, under brambles roaming freeLive little bugs whose feelings are as big as big can be . . Little Sunny Snail loves celebrating her friends' talents at the Bug of the Month Award. She dreams of winning herself one day, but worries she isn't the best at anything! She can't flutter beautifully like Daisy Dragonfly, and she's certainly not super speedy like Waverly Water Boatman. Can Sunny's friends show her she has plenty to celebrate?Inspiring the littlest bugs to encourage their friends and recognise their own gifts too. Beautifully brought to life by Hollie Hughes, author of The Girl and the Dinosaur and Nila Aye, illustrator of Nature Trail. Don't miss more from the LITTLE BUGS, BIG FEELINGS series:You Can Do It, Clover!Be Yourself, Buddy!
Colour in the Garden: Stylish ideas for year-round colour
by Lucy Bellamy'Bellamy makes gardening seem simple, expressive and joyful. Anyone can do it.' Evening Standard*** 'I am hungry for colour. I want jam red and acid yellow, violet blue and caterpillar green. I want cinnamon orange with scorched yellow, liquorice and blackcurrant. I want amethyst, putty and smoky blue, the liminal in-between colours, and sharp lemon with tart pink and purple that is rich and electric. We all know instinctively that colour is good for us and it is colour that draws me out into my garden.' Lucy BellamyWhen you add colour to a garden it instantly creates atmosphere. While most of us know which colours we like, and maybe even which colours we want in our garden, knowing which plants will achieve this can be more difficult. Gardening writer Lucy Bellamy and photographer Jason Ingram offer a deep dive into a modern approach to colour, exploring how to choose plants and use them creatively and inventively. With inspirational planting schemes and plant lists, advice on colour in containers, tiny back gardens and compact front gardens, this book will change the way you approach your outdoor space.
The Spirit of the Rainforest: How indigenous wisdom and scientific curiosity reconnects us to the natural world
by Dr Rosa Vásquez EspinozaBefore you step into the jungle, there are a few things you need to know...Join scientist Dr Rosa Vasquez Espinoza as she uncovers one of the most unexplored regions on the planet.Dr Rosa is no stranger to the Amazon. Growing up with the rainforest as her back garden, she learnt the lessons of the rainforest from her grandmother, a native healer in natural medicine. She went on to pursue a classical education in science, gaining a PhD in the US, but has always been pulled back to the heart of the Amazon. As a leading biologist in her field, Rosa continues to explore the region through a unique blend of scientific inquiry and ancient insight.In this debut, you'll learn about Dr Rosa's journeys in the Amazon: her treacherous encounters with a boiling river, her conservation work with stingless bees, her experience of taking ayahuasca as a natural psychedelic - and all the amazing biodiversity of the rainforest. At the heart of Rosa's expedition is her passion to combine science with the indigenous knowledge of the Amazon. She shares her experience of learning from the indigenous communities that she visits, and shows what they have to teach us - stretching beyond the realm scientific knowledge. Here Rosa learns the most important lessons in how to reconnect to the natural world - and, in turn, will teach us to do the same.In this book, Rosa celebrates the richness of Amazonian culture, the wonders of biodiversity, and the enduring spiritual connections between humanity and the natural world.
You Will Be Able to Read Tarot by the End of This Book: The illustrated guidebook to unlock your journey through the cards
by Nicole Rallis Peter Henry ReedIncorporating beautiful botanical illustrations of all the cards in the major and minor arcana, alongside the Rider-Waite-Smith deck, this is a straightforward guide to everything you need to know about reading tarot, from a basic understanding of what each card means, all the way through to detailed readings to enrich your everyday life. Using flowers as an accessible, engaging starting point into tarot makes this the perfect handbook for navigating this centuries-old practice.Chapter breakdown:Introduction: Why tarot is important and how flowers offer the most accessible introduction to tarotSection I: Seed - How to pull cards in a tarot spreadSection II: Sprout - How to read the cards of the Major ArcanaSection III: Bloom - How to read the cards of the Minor ArcanaSection IV: Harvest - How to read the tarot in full and renew growth with others
Filthy Rich Fae: Fallen Court
by Geneva LeeOne fae prince. One deadly bargain. And a mortal caught between desire and damnation.Crescent City meets the mafia in this totally addictive, slow burn enemies-to-lovers romantasy series by TikTok sensation Geneva Lee.Cate thought she knew darkness. As a trauma nurse, she had witnessed the worst of humanity. But nothing - not the blood, the violence, or the despair - could have prepared her for the fae underworld. A realm where beauty is a weapon, desire is a trap, and mortals who stray too far don't return.She almost didn't.Until Lachlan Gage - shadowed, ruthless, and feared even among his own kind - bound her to him with a deadly bargain. As the prince of New Orleans and ruler of the Nether Court, he is as much a curse as he is salvation. And with the Wild Hunt at his heels and war stirring between the fae courts, even his protection may not be enough to save her.Because Cate is more than just his reluctant mortal. She is wanted. Coveted. And the prince of the Hallow Court will do anything to claim her.But something ancient is rising in the dark, warping fae magic into something unnatural and cruel. There is only one thing more dangerous than the fae who would kill for her.The fae who would die for her.And Lachlan Gage has never been one to lose.This is book two in the deliciously dark and totally addictive new romantasy series from the internationally bestselling author of Filthy Rich Vampires, set in the dark and deadly fae world of New Orleans. Perfect for fans of A Touch of Darkness and Sarah J Maas.READERS HAVE FALLEN FOR THE FILTHY RICH UNIVERSE '10000/5 stars. OH MY GOD. READ THIS RIGHT NOW. This is first time I have ever felt a book give me a feeling close to what SJM's books did. This was INCREDIBLE. If I can't read the next one soon I might explode' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Look at me. LOOK AT ME. Stop what you are doing and go buy this right now. you can thank me later' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Holy moly! I could not put this book down. I started this at 10:30pm and finished it at 2:15am! It's that good' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Wow. Just wow. This book is definitely a top read of 2024. The plot. The banter. The tension. The mfc. The mmc. The feels. I NEED THE NEXT BOOK. LIKE NOW!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Definitely got me hooked. If ACOTAR and The Shadowhunter world had a love child, this is that book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book was incredible. It had me in an absolute chokehold from start to finish. Geneva Lee can honestly do no wrong' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I LOVED Filthy Rich Fae by Geneva Lee!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Phenomenal beginning to what I know is going to be an incredible journey! Geneva Lee always writes the most beautiful settings and unique and complex characters. I need MORE!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An absolute must-read book . . . This is my top read of the year' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
SAS Great Escapes Four
by Damien Lewis'Damien Lewis is both a meticulous historian and a born storyteller' Lee ChildFIVE DARING ESCAPES CARRIED OUT BY THE FAMOUS FIGHTING FORCE DURING WWIIFrom the infamous 1944 desert campaign to the unforgiving terrain of the Vosges Mountains; from a perilous escape across Europe aided by Resistance networks to three Captains fleeing an Italian Prisoner of War camp in 1943, and a death-defying return to Britain via boat, tunnel and train.These inspirational true stories bring to life the do-or-die spirit of the SAS, as they faced an enemy hell-bent on wreaking vengeance.Damien Lewis has worked closely with World War Two veterans and the families of those portrayed, accessing never-before-seen wartime diaries, letters, mission reports, interrogation transcripts and more, to reveal terrifying yet astounding feats of survival from the band of elite soldiers.If you like Great Escapes Four, why not go back and discover the previous instalments in this bestselling series: Great Escapes, Great Escapes Two and Great Escapes Three.
360 Fertility: A twelve-week plan for optimising your chance of conception
by Liberty Mills'360 Fertility brings the overwhelming and often heartbreaking process of a fertility struggle into manageable and relatable chapters' Katie Rollings, CEO & Founder, Fertility Action Network'Liberty nails it in this book' Dale Pinnock, aka The Medicinal ChefWith a foreword by Dr Karen Joash, Consultant in obstetrics and gynaecologyLiberty Mills was told at age 43 that she had a 0.7% chance of having another baby with her own eggs - and that was with the assistance of IVF. She and her partner decided to continue their fertility journey with the help of integrative medicine. After a lifestyle overhaul, she conceived her beautiful daughter naturally, and gave birth two weeks before her 45th birthday. Liberty now works as a Certified Integrative Health and Nutrition Coach helping to create bespoke programmes for both couples and single people hoping to conceive. In this book, she shares everything she has learned on her own journey and the knowledge she shares with her clients.360 Fertility is a practical 12-week-long programme focusing on getting you and/or your partner ready to maximise your chances of conception. With a holistic approach, this book focuses not just on your physical but also your mental health. The week-by-week structure is clear, easy to follow and full of practical and easily actionable advice - from getting your body and environment healthy, to working on your mindset, and from what supplements are key to the importance of sleep, exercise and so much more. There's also a bonus chapter containing everything you need to know about IVF.'360 Fertility brings the overwhelming and often heartbreaking process of a fertility struggle into manageable and relatable chapters' KATIE ROLLINGS, CEO & Founder, Fertility Action Network'Liberty nails it in this book' DALE PINNOCK, aka The Medicinal Chef
Notorious: History’s Villains and Why They Matter
by Otto EnglishHistory loves a villain.Across the entire span of human civilisation, certain people and groups have been identified as being responsible for the ills of the world, and have remained hated for it. In his continuing desire to separate out the facts from the fiction of history, Otto English looks at how these legacies were constructed and who told us that they were evil.From how Bloody Mary became the figurehead of uppity women and how Judas's betrayal became a template for religious tensions for centuries to what the Peasants Revolt and the Illuminati shows us about power struggles throughout the ages, English exposes the agendas behind the 'truths' we've been told to believe. And in looking at how xenophobia was weaponised during the 'Spanish' Flu, he reveals how our past sometimes bleeds into the present day.Fascinating and fearless, Notorious will re-examine some of the history's biggest villains and change the way you see the world forever.
Sharp: 50 Simple Ways to Improve Your Life with Brain Science
by Therese HustonDon't leave your best days to chance. Be happier, more focused and less stressed with Sharp's 50 simple strategies.Cognitive scientist Therese Huston unpacks the latest neuroscience research to deliver a goldmine of techniques to help you feel your sharpest at work, at home or in relationships, including: - how a calming deep breathing technique improves decision-making; - exactly what kind of exercise helps you think on your feet; - what brain science says scary movies can do to help you learn; and - how drinking tea can help you to focus on your most unfocused days.Sharp is packed with innovative, actionable tips that can make a difference in your daily routine. Best of all, many of them take five minutes or less. Whether you want to make fewer mistakes, support your partner through life's challenges, or simply learn faster, Sharp gives you the tools to do it all, without having to overhaul your entire lifestyle.
Behooved
by M. StevensonA charming slow-burn romantasy featuring a duty-bound noblewoman with a chronic illness, a prince who would rather be in a library than on a throne, and a magical ride through a world of cosy enchantment'So much fun' T. Kingfisher'Sparkling and joyous' Seanan McGuire'Bewitchingly charming' Sarah Beth DurstThe fate of the kingdom is riding on them. Bianca knows her duty comes before her heart. So when the threat of war looms, she agrees to marry the neighbouring kingdom's heir. But not all royal weddings are a fairytale, and Prince Aric, Bianca's betrothed, is cold, aloof, and seems to hate her on sight.To make matters worse, on their wedding night, an assassination attempt goes awry - leaving Aric magically transformed into a horse. Bianca does what any bride in this situation would do: she mounts her new husband and rides away to safety.Sunset returns Aric to human form, but they soon discover the assassination attempt is part of a larger plot against the throne. Worse, Bianca has been framed for Aric's murder, and she's now saddled with a husband who is a horse by day and a frustratingly attractive man by night.As an unexpected romance begins galloping away with their hearts, Bianca and Aric must rely on each other to unravel the curse and save the throne.Behooved is a book for anyone with a My Lady Jane-shaped hole in their lives - the perfect read for fans of The Spellshop, Can't Spell Treason Without Tea, and Legends and Lattes. Get prepared to be totally swept off your hooves.NetGalley readers love Behooved!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Easiest 5 star of 2025'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Oh my GOD this was cute. I had no idea what I was going to step into with Behooved but I loved every single page!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A whimsical cosy delight!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I did not think this book would hit me right in the feels. I was so entertained and amused by it, with a generous side of heart-eyes.The vibe is vibing, the puns are punning, the FMC is great, the tone is exactly what I want and need'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book is the epitome of cozy! . . . It was one of my most anticipated reads of 2025 and it did not disappoint'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The vibes and atmosphere were impeccable'
The Dynamics of Trust in English Medium Instruction: Applying Situated Linguistic Capital Theory (Routledge Focus on English-Medium Instruction in Higher Education)
by Dylan WilliamsThis book explores South Korean university students’ perceptions of the English Medium Instruction (EMI) courses they have taken. It specifically examines how the interplay of linguistic capital and trust shapes their EMI experiences.In South Korea, the implementation of neoliberal EMI policies, driven by a 'top-down' approach, has failed to adequately address the linguistic challenges faced by stakeholders. The setting for the book is a research-intensive university, where data were collected from ten engineering and business students through semi-structured interviews and analysed using Constructivist Grounded Theory (CGT), enabling a grounded understanding of the students’ perceptions. The areas investigated are students’ perceptions of their past experiences, of their access to subject content, and of how interactions take shape in their EMI experiences. Emerging from the analysis is a dynamic between trust and linguistic capital, which has been shaped by the past and which affects the future, leading to epistemic outcomes. The results indicate that monolingually framed trust in situated-linguistic codes plays a role in the students’ EMI experiences, and from this ‘Situated-Linguistic Capital Theory’ emerges. The theory indicates that monolingually framed trust reinforces binary choices, in particular EMI situations, of using either the L1 or the L2 system, which can lead to potential epistemic outcomes. The book concludes with a discussion of the factors that can determine the future success of EMI in South Korea.This volume will be of interest to researchers and postgraduate students examining English Medium Instruction and its success in different higher education contexts.
Cultural Transformations: Nigerian Women Leading Public Relations (Global PR Insights)
by Ana Adi Tolulope OlorunderoThis book is a groundbreaking exploration of the lived experiences of women in Nigeria’s public relations industry. Readers will gain a nuanced understanding of how Nigerian women navigate professional barriers, societal expectations, and the evolving demands of the public relations field. Key features include first-hand accounts from practitioners, thematic analyses on emotional labor, mentorship, and leadership challenges, and a metamodern perspective that bridges traditional and contemporary approaches.The book challenges global assumptions about gender in PR while reflecting on Nigeria’s unique cultural and regulatory context. Combining scholarly rigor with accessible storytelling, it serves as both a learning tool and a call to action for the global PR community, particularly in emerging markets like Nigeria, where gender equity in professional spaces remains a significant challenge.By highlighting strategies for overcoming systemic barriers, the book inspires students, researchers, and professionals to foster greater inclusivity and innovation in communication practices. Moreover, the book will also resonate with policymakers and professional associations focused on equity in the workplace.
The Visitor Studies Guide: Theory and Practice for Heritage Contexts
by Lee DavidsonThe Visitor Studies Guide offers an up-to-date overview of the rapidly expanding field of theory and research practice relating to the public use of museums, galleries, libraries, archives, memorials, zoos, aquariums, planetariums, gardens, urban parks, arboretums, nature centres, historic sites, and protected areas.It surveys the field’s evolution, current challenges, and future possibilities. It reviews the most recent applications and theoretical advances in Visitor Studies and connects theory and practice through a diverse range of case studies from practitioners around the world and an introduction to the basic principles of research design. It outlines an agenda for building a more integrated and theoretically driven field which is interdisciplinary and embraces critical perspectives. It shows how Visitor Studies can be a vital tool for heritage agencies to fulfil their missions for positive social and environmental impact. It also provides a platform for a more globally connected community of practice by profiling voices from previously under-represented regions, such as China, Latin America, and Aotearoa New Zealand.Aimed at a global audience, The Visitor Studies Guide is an introduction to the field for students and heritage practitioners and will be a valuable resource for teaching in museum and heritage programmes. For experienced practitioners, it offers a comprehensive view of current trends, new approaches and methods across different heritage contexts, and a reflection on the future scope and direction of the field.
The Physical Properties of Hardened Conventional Concrete in Dams / Propriétes Physiques du Béton Conventionnel Durci des Barrages: ICOLD Bulletin 145 (ICOLD Bulletins Series)
by CIGB ICOLDICOLD Bulletin 145, The Physical Properties of Hardened Conventional Concrete in Dams, provides a comprehensive treatise on the physical properties of hardened conventional concrete for dams, refreshing the partial information. Most of the book addresses physical properties of mass concrete used most frequently in the design and analysis of concrete dams and appurtenant structures. These include strength, elastic, creep, shrinkage and thermal properties, permeability, and frost resistance. This Bulletin aims, for each property considered, to show typical behaviour, factors influencing it, methods for experimental determination, and, last but not least, methods to introduce the properties in mathematical models to be utilized both for design and observation.Le Bulletin 145 de la CIGB, Propriétes Physiques du Béton Conventionnel Durci des Barrages, fournit un traité complet sur les propriétés physiques du béton conventionnel durci pour les barrages, actualisant les informations partielles. La majeure partie du livre traite des propriétés physiques du béton de masse utilisé le plus fréquemment dans la conception et les analyses des barrages en béton et des structures annexes. Ceux-ci incluent la résistance, l'élasticité, le fluage, le retrait et les propriétés thermiques, la perméabilité et la résistance au gel. Ce Bulletin vise, pour chaque propriété considérée, à montrer le comportement typique, les facteurs qui l'influencent, les méthodes de détermination expérimentale et, enfin et surtout, les méthodes pour introduire les propriétés dans les modèles mathématiques à utiliser à la fois pour la conception et l'observation.
Good Growth: How Brands Win with Social Impact
by Omar Rodriguez Vila Sundar BharadwajBusiness has a sustainability problem—and sustainability has a business problem, as many companies are fearful of engaging with social and environmental issues, owing to the costs and risks.Addressing these dual challenges head on, this book provides a blueprint for putting social and environmental benefits at the center of a company’s growth agenda. Many sustainability books offer 30,000-foot strategic views and broad-brush guidance on the business of “doing well by doing good,” but here is a ground-level guide for profitably integrating social and environmental benefits into individual products and brands. The book introduces the rapidly emerging phenomenon of social impact markets and shows how companies can capitalize on these new pockets of consumer demand through focused strategy, data-informed implementation, and a clear eye on the future, including how digital technologies are creating new ways for brands to expand their social impact and make social mission a central element of competitive strategy.Weaving together rich case studies and practical tools, this research-backed and real-world-ready guide fills a critical niche: a hands-on strategy playbook for the executives charged with driving brands’ top-line growth, making it essential reading for C-suite leaders, R&D, product, and brand managers, board members, NGOs, as well as MBA and executive education students.
The One Good Thing: A Novel
by Kevin Alan MilneFor as long as Halley Steen has known her husband Nathan, he has carried a handful of stones in his pocket. Each day he uses those stones to remind him to follow the Golden Rule, moving a stone from one pocket to the other with each act of kindness. So it's not unusual that Nathan stops to help a stranger on the side of the highway while on his way to his son's football game one Friday evening. But that one act will change all of their lives forever, when a car hydroplanes off the road, killing Nathan instantly.As Halley and her children Ty and Alice struggle with their grief, Nathan's spiritual legacy lives on. A Facebook page appears, where countless stories about Nathan's selfless acts are shared. But among them is one that stands out, from a woman who says that Nathan saved her life. Neither Halley nor her children have ever heard of Madeline Zuckerman. But soon Halley discovers years of e-mails from this woman to her husband on his computer that refer to "our little girl." How could her husband have kept the secret of this other child for their entire marriage? Why had he lied to her? Was he not the man she thought he was?Only thirteen-year-old Alice maintains unwavering faith in her father. She knows there's an explanation. When she sets out to find Madeline and learn the truth, she will start to unravel the complex story of The One Good Thing Nathan Steen did that had the greatest impact of all.
Dog Company: A True Story of American Soldiers Abandoned by Their High Command
by Lynn Vincent Roger HillNow with a forward by Sean Hannity, this powerful story of brotherhood, bravery, and patriotism exposes the true stories behind some of the Army's darkest secrets. The Army does not want you to read this book. It does not want to advertise its detention system that coddles enemy fighters while putting American soldiers at risk. It does not want to reveal the new lawyered-up Pentagon war ethic that prosecutes U.S. soldiers and Marines while setting free spies who kill Americans.This very system ambushed Captain Roger Hill and his men.Hill, a West Point grad and decorated combat veteran, was a rising young officer who had always followed the letter of the military law. In 2007, Hill got his dream job: infantry commander in the storied 101st Airborne. His new unit, Dog Company, 1-506th, had just returned stateside from the hell of Ramadi. The men were brilliant in combat but unpolished at home, where paperwork and inspections filled their days.With tough love, Hill and his First Sergeant, an old-school former drill instructor named Tommy Scott, turned the company into the top performers in the battalion. Hill and Scott then led Dog Company into combat in Afghanistan, where a third of their men became battlefield casualties after just six months. Meanwhile, Hill found himself at war with his own battalion commander, a charismatic but difficult man who threatened to relieve Hill at every turn. After two of his men died on a routine patrol, Hill and a counterintelligence team busted a dozen enemy infiltrators on their base in the violent province of Wardak. Abandoned by his high command, Hill suddenly faced an excruciating choice: follow Army rules the way he always had, or damn the rules to his own destruction and protect the men he'd grown to love.
360 Fertility: A twelve-week plan for optimising your chance of conception
by Liberty Mills'360 Fertility brings the overwhelming and often heartbreaking process of a fertility struggle into manageable and relatable chapters' Katie Rollings, CEO & Founder, Fertility Action Network'Liberty nails it in this book' Dale Pinnock, aka The Medicinal ChefWith a foreword by Dr Karen Joash, Consultant in obstetrics and gynaecologyLiberty Mills was told at age 43 that she had a 0.7% chance of having another baby with her own eggs - and that was with the assistance of IVF. She and her partner decided to continue their fertility journey with the help of integrative medicine. After a lifestyle overhaul, she conceived her beautiful daughter naturally, and gave birth two weeks before her 45th birthday. Liberty now works as a Certified Integrative Health and Nutrition Coach helping to create bespoke programmes for both couples and single people hoping to conceive. In this book, she shares everything she has learned on her own journey and the knowledge she shares with her clients.360 Fertility is a practical 12-week-long programme focusing on getting you and/or your partner ready to maximise your chances of conception. With a holistic approach, this book focuses not just on your physical but also your mental health. The week-by-week structure is clear, easy to follow and full of practical and easily actionable advice - from getting your body and environment healthy, to working on your mindset, and from what supplements are key to the importance of sleep, exercise and so much more. There's also a bonus chapter containing everything you need to know about IVF.'360 Fertility brings the overwhelming and often heartbreaking process of a fertility struggle into manageable and relatable chapters' KATIE ROLLINGS, CEO & Founder, Fertility Action Network'Liberty nails it in this book' DALE PINNOCK, aka The Medicinal Chef