The SAS is a disciplined and elite force. The men in this force are trained to operate deep behind enemy lines to conduct surveillance and reconnaissance operations, usually in very close proximity to the enemy and are often involved in violent actions with that enemy.The SAS first went into action in Borneo in 1963 and saw further action in Vietnam in the 1960s and 1970s, and in Somalia, Kuwait and East Timor in the 1990s.In Action with the SAS is based on the cla...

SAS: Phantoms of War is the history of the Australian Special Air Service. Originally published as SAS: Phantoms of the Jungle in 1989, and a bestseller since then, this edition has been updated to include details of the SAS's activities in the 1990s and into the 21st century.Based on patrol reports and interviews with participants, this Australian military classic tells the fascinating story of the formation of the SAS, its secret role in Borneo during confrontat...

Accounting has a reputation as a technical and jargon-heavy subject, but there is no reason why those without formal training cannot master the basics of interpreting accounts and making good decisions.Accounting for Non-Accountants assumes no prior knowledge of the subject area and is designed to serve as an introductory text for managers and non-specialists who wish to gain an oversight of the accounting discipline. The book covers both ...

Exam board: EdexcelLevel: A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst teaching: September 2015First exams: Summer 2016 (AS); Summer 2017 (A-level)Covering what you really need to know for Edexcel A-level Economics - in less than 130 pages, this revision guide makes revision easy - whether you're getting started early or you need to do some last-minute cramming.

Blamey: The Commander-in-Chief is a new biography of Sir Thomas Blamey, the only Australian soldier to reach the rank of Field Marshal. Blamey was Australia's greatest and most important soldier, and a major figure in Australian history, despite his not being Australia's most accomplished battlefield commander, or a great innovator or reformer. He was not loved, admired or even respected by many of the soldiers he commanded and the politicians he worked for.In the First Wo...

Collins Cambridge IGCSE ® Accounting Student Book provides comprehensive coverage of the Cambridge IGCSE Accounting (0452) syllabus, with in-depth content presented in a clear and easily accessible format. Written by experienced teachers, it offers a wide range of carefully developed features to help students to develop and apply their knowledge.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First examination: 2020The Student Book provid...

With 30 years of experience behind him, David Horner knows the pitfalls of a life in ministry. In 7 Challenges Pastors Face, Horner shows you how to- balance the demands of your calling- sharpen your vision- grow a team- cultivate humilityDeveloping a well-balanced approach to responsibilities and passions will equip you to thrive in the face of the many challenges of ministry. This book can show you the way.

Collins Cambridge IGCSE ® Accounting Teacher’s Guide supports the Student’s Book and Workbook by providing full and comprehensive guidance on how to teach the course, with clear lesson notes and syllabus information.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First examination: 2020The Teacher’s Guide supports the new IGCSE Accounting syllabus (0452) as well as the Cambridge O Level syllabus (7707) and has been carefully developed to ...

Winner of the Prime Minister's Prize for Australian HistoryFor the first time, ASIO has opened its archives to an independent historian. With unfettered access to the records, David Horner tells the real story of Australia's domestic intelligence organisation, from shaky beginnings to the expulsion of Ivan Skripov in 1963.From the start, ASIO's mission was to catch spies. In the late 1940s, the top secret Venona program revealed details of a Soviet spy ring in Australia, su...

This volume of the Official History of Australian Peacekeeping, Humanitarian and Post-Cold War Operations is the first comprehensive study of Australia's role in the peacekeeping and peace enforcement operations that developed at the end of the Cold War. It recounts vital missions including Namibia (1989–90), Iran (1988–90) and Pakistan/Afghanistan (1989–93), and focuses primarily on Australia's reaction to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990, including its maritime interception operations, ...

Created especially for the Australian customer!The simple and easy way to get your mind around Australia's military historyMore people are visiting Gallipoli and walking the Kokoda Trail each year — now find out why. This complete guide helps you trace the story of Australia's involvement in war, from the colonial conflicts with the Indigenous population, through the World Wars to peacekeeping initiatives in East Timor and the controversial...

Exam board: AQALevel: A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst teaching: September 2015First exams: Summer 2017 (A-level)- Find key facts at your fingertips with quick summaries of the content, concepts and terms from the AQA A-level Economics specification- Get better grades in your exams with tips on exam technique, mistakes to avoid and important things to remember...