We have entered the age of extinction. Soon many of the animal kingdom’s most extraordinary creatures will no longer roman free, hunted and hounded out of existence—including one of its most magnificent denizens, the wild tiger.It was this sobering realization of impending tragedy that inspired naturalist and safari leader Richard Ives to embark on a stirring adventure and spiritual journey across India, Nepal, and Southeast Asia—meeting enigmatic wanderers and crusading “tiger men...

Taking drugs is complex and there are concerns about the best ways of addressing drugs issues in schools - particularly for pupils with special educational needs.Many teachers are worried about discussing drugs with their pupils. They fear that they know too little and that some of their pupils may know too much. They also worry that talking about drugs to naive children may raise their interest. Yet the government expects all pupils to receive drug education and requires all schoo...

Substance misuse and its pervasive problems is a constant challenge for social work, health and related professionals today. With heightened political and policy emphasis on all aspects of substance misuse, it is paramount that professionals remain up-to-date on current issues and their responsibilities. Based on research and evidence, this book provides a sound basis for grounded and innovative practice.Leading international contributors outline holistic and specialist approaches ...

A pictorial history of the rise, fall, and rebirth of the scenic railway in Cornwall, featuring never before published photos.In 1963 comic duo Flanders and Swann composed Slow Train—a lament for some of the many railway lines proposed for closure by Dr Beeching. Among the destinations listed in their song is the refrain "from St Erth to St Ives". Constructed in 1877 as the last broad gauge line to be built in the UK, the St Ives branch did not close in the 1960s an...

Le “Seine-Oise-Marne” n’avait pas fait l’objet d’une nouvelle analyse depuis les travaux de G. Bailloud en 1974. Peu de collections issues de sépultures collectives avaient été étudiées intégralement et le domaine domestique était à documenter. Cet ouvrage comporte une série d’articles, visant à combler cette lacune à partir d’études thématiques ciblées entre Picardie, Île-de-France et Champagne. Ce travail a été mené dans le cadre d’un Programme collectif de recherche du ministère de la C...

A series of short comedic works from playwright David Ives, with subjects ranging from the Lindbergh baby to chimps typing literary classics. The title work is a more serious, nostalgic look at two generations of apartment dwellers who meet in a time warp.An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring Samantha Bennett, Jane Brucker, Ian Gomez, Arye Gross, Richard Kind, Dinah Manoff, Nia Vardalos and Tom Virtue.Directed by Ron West. Recorded before a live audience in ...