In 1964, in a bare room in Waterloo, a young actress gave her baby for adoption.They were to be parted for more than twenty years.The actress was Pauline Collins.The baby was her daughter Louise.Letter to Louise is a poignant, yet often funny, memoir of the months leading up to that day in Waterloo.In it, Pauline Collins recalls the idyllic time spent in rep in Killarney, playing in a different play every night, seven days a week, living in digs - and falling in love.After...

The exercise of public power by the military in civilian Western democracies such as Australia and the United States demonstrates a tendency toward diminished responsibility for moral behavior. Pauline Collins argues that a different system of military criminal investigation and discipline outside the civilian justice system enables the military to operate like a coterie and can lead to a failure in the requisite moral standard of behavior required of military personnel and maintaining civ...

Dispute management processes are becoming the norm as a precursor, or an alternative, to traditional court-based litigation. Dispute Management is a clear and concise introduction to an expansive range of dispute processes. Beginning with communication theory and practice, and the historical, philosophical and cultural considerations of dispute management, the book then addresses the traditional topics of negotiation, mediation and litigation, as well as interviewing, collaborative law and...

""The problem with the first year was I didn't know what I didn't know, and even when I thought there was something I was supposed to know I didn't know what to do about it."" This quote from a perplexed undergraduate student illustrates the plight of many first-years who feel overwhelmed by the demands made on them at university, combined with the expectation of lecturers and tutors that they will already know how to study independently.'Study Skills for Psychology Students' is a ...

A collection of social comedies, wry observations of Victorian society and ‘spook stories’ from the great humorist E. F. BensonE. F. Benson is probably best known for his wickedly satirical ‘Mapp and Lucia’ series. A prolific writer, his works included novels, biographies and supernatural fiction. His versatility is showcased in these dramatisations and readings, which range from the hilariously comic to the horribly chilling.Queen Lucia

We all know what a strong effect colour has on us. In fact, colour healing has been used by mankind throughout history. The ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans all used colour in a variety ways to treat different ailments. This accessible introduction gives practical advice on how to make the most creative use of colour in what we wear, our surroundings and how certain colours can be effective in treating particular health conditions.

In 2003, Methodists celebrated the 300th anniversary of the birth of their founder, John Wesley. Today, there are more than 300 Methodist denominations in 140 nations. Covering the activities of this group that plays an important role in the ecumenical movement through its many social and charitable activities in world affairs, this book offers more than 400 entries that describe important events, doctrines, and the church founders, leaders, and other prominent figures who have made notabl...

Mysteries come in all shapes and sizes. Some are simple to solve, others are fiendishly complex to work our way through. With many a red herring, McGuffin or dead end our authors take us on many a merry waltz through narratives and characters that ensure our literary adventures with them are entertaining to say the least.01 - A Myriad of Mysteries - An Introduction02 - The Mystery of Marie Rogêt - Part 1 by Edgar Allen Poe03 - The Mystery of Marie Rogêt - Part 2 by ...

The world abounds with conflicts and the associated communication practices and technologies that perpetuate and contest conflict as it occurs in place. All conflicts are crucially connected with place, and all conflicts are communicated in multiple ways. This book explores the complex nexus among place, conflict and communication and brings together 11 investigations around the interplay of place, conflict and communication. The interdisciplinary focus includes education, history, interna...

An anthology collection of nineteen science fiction, fantasy, and thriller short stories written by the best authors working in Atlantic Canada. Featuring stories of chilling suspense, wonderment, awe and excitement by a wide array of authors, including Kenneth Tam, Matthew LeDrew, Ali House, and introducing amazing new talent such as Samuel Bauer, Melanie Collins, and Peter J. Foote.Featuring the work of Kenneth Tam (Champions, Defense Command), Matthew Daniels (Diary...