Reuben and Grace Chisholm led a happy, almost idyllic life on a small homestead. Until one day that was to change their lives. While Reuben was in town collecting provisions, he had time for one beer. While in the saloon, he'd heard that their closest neighbours, the Carver family, had been murdered and their home burned to the ground. Reuben's first thought was for his wife, Grace, alone at the homestead. He had to get back as quickly as possible and protect her. But he was too late. The ...

Samantha Gibbons was a tomboy, born and raised in Boston, from a wealthy family who tried in vain to turn her into a 'lady'. Samantha, or Sam as she preferred, was eager to explore and lead a life of adventure, rather the tea and cake circle she was being forced into. Then she read about the Wright Brothers, Wilbur and Orville, and her life would change for ever. Buying her own aeroplane, she headed out into what was still termed as the 'Wild West'. What followed was an adventure filled wi...

This book deals with the end-game for a business. No business entity lasts forever and anyone faced with the task of liquidating a business at the end of its run needs to know that a liquidation doesn't present an insurmountable problem. In fact, substantial value is often overlooked. This book explains the various options for liquidations and the pros and cons for each possibility. The book also can be used as a clear how-to guide for someone who wishes to undertake the job of a liquidato...

In the untamed wilderness of the American frontier, a band of ruthless scalp hunters led by the enigmatic Captain Brule roams free. Driven by greed and a thirst for vengeance, they prey upon unsuspecting settlers and Native American tribes alike. As the body count rises, a young frontiersman named Maurice Gerald vows to bring the scalp hunters to justice. With the help of a loyal companion and a cunning plan, Gerald embarks on a perilous journey into the heart of the lawless territory. But...

DATA ANALYSISData is everywhere. Insight is rare.Every click, transaction, survey, sensor, and business process generates data. Yet collecting information is only the beginning. The real value lies in knowing how to transform raw data into meaningful insights that drive smarter decisions.Data Analysis is a practical guide to understanding, interpreting, and communicating data with confidence. Whether you're working in business, te...

Twelve stories from the celebrated author of one of the most famous mystery classics ever written, Trent's Last Case.Philip Trent is an artist, a journalist, and an urbane unraveller of highly problematical crimes. Here the unshakable sleuth appears in twelve tales of misadventure, where the crimes that he investigates range from fraud and embezzlement to criminal assault and murder, yet they all succumb to his adept methods even if the criminal sometimes escapes.Trent Inte...

This innovative workbook enables students and those working in health and social care to deepen their understanding of the values that underpin their practice. Rich in practical exercises and downloadable resources that invite the reader to engage with their own values, it explores how values, though not often reflected on, define the quality of care delivered.Supported by case studies and including a glossary of key terms and concepts, the workbook provides an overview of how valu...

"Agile Project Management with Kanban: A Proven Framework for Managing Projects, Teams and Deliveries" is a comprehensive guide to implementing the Kanban method in any organization. Originally developed in the manufacturing industry, Kanban is a powerful tool for managing and improving workflows, and it is now widely used in a variety of industries. This book provides a clear and detailed explanation of the Kanban method and its key principles, as well as practical guidance for introducin...

In today's data-driven world, the ability to harness and analyze vast amounts of information is more critical than ever. "Big Data Engineering for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Implementing, and Mastering Big Data Technologies for Data-Driven Success" is your essential roadmap to navigating the complex landscape of Big Data.This beginner-friendly guide demystifies the fundamental concepts of Big Data engineering, providing a solid foundation fo...

When punk arrived in the UK in the mid-seventies it sent shock waves around the country. Spearheading the musical assault on all we had previously known were The Clash - a mighty punk rock machine that exhilarated its audience and that dared to draw on influences such as dub reggae, rockabilly and ska. After The Clash, rock music was never quite the same again.This amazing eBook opens with a personal appraisal of the band, its history and its place in the pantheon of rock music by Ben Myer...

In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, simply making incremental improvements to existing processes isn’t enough. Business Process Reengineering: A Comprehensive Guide to Transforming Business Operations provides a step-by-step approach to achieving radical change, helping organizations reimagine workflows, optimize resources, and create more agile and customer-focused operations.This book explores every aspect of Business Process Reengineering (BPR), fr...

Halloway stared down at Earth, and his brain tore loose and screamed, Man, man, how'd you get in a mess like this, in a rocket a million miles past the moon, shooting for Mars and danger and terror and maybe death.