The recent coronavirus pandemic proved that the time-old notion seems now truer than ever: that science and politics represent a clash of cultures. But why should scientists simply “stick to the facts” and leave politics to the politicians when the world seems to be falling down around us?Drawing on his experience as both a research scientist and an expert advisor at the centre of government, Ian Boyd takes an empirical approach to examining the current state of the relationship be...

The Journey of Leaves is a fictional story of 81k words based upon the real-life experiences of Ian Boyd and his family over the first six months after his diagnosis of advanced metastatic prostate cancer.Aged fifty-two, Liam King's world is shattered by a diagnosis of advanced, aggressive, incurable prostate cancer, the same disease which killed his father. Knowing very little of the scientific or emotional facts surrounding his father's battle, Liam discovers the realities of pro...

The recent coronavirus pandemic proved that the time-old notion seems now truer than ever: that science and politics represent a clash of cultures. But why should scientists simply "stick to the facts" and leave politics to the politicians when the world seems to be falling down around us?Drawing on his experience as both a research scientist and an expert advisor at the center of government, Ian Boyd takes an empirical approach to examining the current state of the relationship be...

As Liam comes to terms with the loss of his older brother to a long-term illness, a new kid moves in next door from a strange country far away. To Liam, the new boy is an invader who threatens to destroy the only life he has ever known. But like the tadpoles which slowly turn into frogs under a bridge beside his house, he learns that life is constantly changing, and that true friendship often grows where you least expect it.The Frog Bridge story evolved from real events in the life...

When a lightning storm starts a deadly fire at his parents' wildlife refuge, Reynold Salim is magically turned into a Tasmanian devil. As the fire spreads, Reynold tries to save a runaway devil who holds the key to the species' survival. His pursuit takes him into the mountains, following a horde of other animals fleeing the flames. Befriended by an orphaned quoll, he experiences the beauty and hardship of living wild, and discovers a secret world existing beyond human eyes, somewhere in t...

In Answer to Prayer unveils an intricate tapestry of supplication and reflection, weaving together a compendium of essays that delve into the multifaceted nature of prayer. Within this anthology, the works explore the profound spiritual act from various angles, embracing it as both a private communion and a force for communal transformation. The collection transcends mere religious discourse, inviting dialogue through its stylistic diversity'Äîfrom introspective prose to expository articul...

Is this the right book for me?With over 24,000 translations, including everyday idioms and expressions, Essential Gaelic Dictionary is the perfect tool to support your Gaelic learning. This new edition is fully updated to reflect the recently published spelling conventions, and includes a guide to usage and insights from the author to help you learn and remember new words and phrases.Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design an...

Federal prosecutors have immense power and discretion to decide when to bring criminal charges, what plea bargains to offer, and how to implement the federal government's legal priorities in their districts. While U.S. Attorneys take pains to emphasize their independence, we know relatively little about the extent to which politics colors federal prosecutorial staffing and decision making. The Politics of Federal Prosecution draws upon a wealth of data from 1990s to the present to examine ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Boydian Approach to Mastering Unconventional Warfare" is a seminal work that delves deeply into the strategic principles of John Boyd, a legendary military strategist, and applies them to the complex realm of unconventional warfare. This book presents a comprehensive analysis of Boyd's key concepts, most notably the OODA Loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act), and explores their application in the context of irregular and asymmetric conf...

"Answer to Prayer" is a profound exploration of the power and significance of prayer in the lives of individuals. The book features contributions from notable authors such as William Boyd Carpenter, Theodore L. Cuyler, W. J. Knox-Little, Ian Maclaren, and William Quarrier, each offering unique insights and reflections on the transformative nature of prayer. Through a series of essays and meditations, the authors delve into the spiritual dimensions of prayer, illustrating how it serves as a...

A Boydian Approach to Mastering Unconventional Warfare" is a seminal work that delves deeply into the strategic principles of John Boyd, a legendary military strategist, and applies them to the complex realm of unconventional warfare. This book presents a comprehensive analysis of Boyd's key concepts, most notably the OODA Loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act), and explores their application in the context of irregular and asymmetric conflicts that dominate the modern geopolitical landscape....

The legal sector is facing a period of major metamorphosis - disruptors are making waves in the structuring, process, and service-delivery models, and client's needs are becoming more demanding and value-focused. As the landscape of law transforms many firms will be left facing a situation of, in John Alber's words, change or die. How will law firms keep up with upcoming rapid and volatile changes to the legal sector, and what form will they take after the transformation? What will the law...