On Easter Monday 1983 armed robbers got into the supposedly impregnable Security Express depot in Shoreditch, neatly capturing the guards and holding them hostage. They hauled away 5 tons of cash, worth £6 million then (£26 million in today's currency). The gang made no mistakes and left behind not a single clue.Det. Supt Peter Wilton was the man in charge of the investigation. He spent years tracking the culprits, playing a ruthless cat and mouse game that led him to some of Londo...

ACCOUNTINGFor small business owners, accounting can often be an extremely daunting task, and something that gets neglected. However, keeping accurate accounting records and knowing your numbers well is absolutely vital in running a successful business!This book will teach you all of the accounting basics you need to know, in a simple, no-nonsense manner that will have you understanding your accounting with ease! You will learn all about different statements...

PROJECT MANAGEMENTBeing able to effectively manage a project is an absolutely vital skill for anyone wanting to advance their career or business.Project Management is something that some people just seem to be good at, while others clearly struggle with it.This book aims to simplify the process and teach you the necessary skills to manage a project of any size.Inside you will learn how to choose the right team members, how to manage them, how ...

ROBERT'S RULES OF ORDERRobert's Rules of Order are a powerful set of rules for conducting and running meetings, that were first established over a century ago!The rules have been used by all different types of organisations, from small clubs all the way up to the United Nations. Robert's Rules have worked for them all!This book will provide you with a great level of insight into Robert's Rules of Order, and how you can implement them in your own work...

Covering all the key aspects of anatomy and physiology that nursing students need to know, this second edition condenses vast amounts of scientific information into short, concise, and easily accessible chapters. It introduces aspiring nurses to all of the vital information on this tricky subject, from an overview of cells, blood, and the major organ systems through to key developmental stages, genetics and ageing. Case studies link core principles of anatomy and physiology to common real-...

Newnes Building Services Pocket Book is a unique compendium of essential data, techniques and procedures, best practice, and underpinning knowledge. This makes it an essential tool for engineers involved in the design and day-to-day running of mechanical services in buildings, and a valuable reference for managers, students and engineers in related fields. This pocket reference gives the reader access to the knowledge and knowhow of the team of professional engineers who wrote the sixteen ...

How has the Chinese economy managed to grow at such a remarkable rate - no less than ten per cent per annum - for over three decades? This well-integrated book combines economic theory, empirical estimation, and institutional analysis to address one of the most important questions facing contemporary economists. A common thread that runs throughout the book is the underlying political economy: why China became a 'developmental state', and how it has maintained itself as a 'developmental st...

LLCUsing an LLC as your business structure is an important part of protecting yourself and your assets from potential lawsuits. The liability protection that an LLC offers is a big attraction to business owners and people starting new businesses every day.This book will explain to you all of the different features of an LLC, and will compare it to a variety of other business structures so you can determine whether or not an LLC is the right choice for you.

We are routinely reminded of the social and environmental issues pervading the present: pollution, global warming, species extinction, social volatility, fake news, the growing disparity in wealth. These issues prompt us to act but leave us to decide which of the many proposed solutions will deliver the future we hope for. Should we put our faith in technology, innovation, the market? Should we trust science, change our behaviour, adjust our lifestyles? Should we just carry on as usual? Ou...

The Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1953-58 organised and led by Sir Vivian Fuchs and supported by Sir Edmund Hillary was one of the most extraordinary exploits ever undertaken in Antarctica - but it has been underappreciated. On the sixtieth anniversary of the crossing, this book tells the complete story of this remarkable episode in the history of exploration. The Crossing is illustrated with photographs from the Royal Geographical Society, with the kind permission of Mary Lowe, widow of e...

Fundamentals of Dependable Computing for Software Engineers presents the essential elements of computer system dependability. The book describes a comprehensive dependability-engineering process and explains the roles of software and software engineers in computer system dependability. Readers will learn:Why dependability mattersWhat it means for a

In 1996, I was visited by a man I had come to call the Chameleon and three of his dark-suited companions. I recognized Danny Moran, the Chameleons personal bodyguard; however, the other faces were new to me. After introductions to Murray and the Dutchman, the Chameleon began his explanation for his visit. Did I know of a drug that would stun a man without any long-term effects such as killing him? Could I keep safe a sufferer of emphysema on a long flight in a military jet? Having failed t...