Psychopaths are little understood outside of the criminal image. However, as the recent global financial crisis highlighted, the behavior of a small group of managers can potentially bring down the entire western system of business. This book investigates who they are, why they do what they do and what the consequences of their presence are.

Whether you have lost a dream or a dearly loved one this is a must-have companion for the tangled trails of grief. — Sharon Hersh, MA, LPCReaders find themselves having to grieve. How will they grieve well?Walking Through the Valley is a devotional with extras, a friend who comes alongside readers right where they are in the grieving process. It introduces them to walking as a tool for grieving and helps them walk through that long valley...

Read the latest studies on the effectiveness of religious-based services—and the problems revealed in the assessmentThe Charitable Choice provision and the Bush Administration’s National Faith-Based Initiative have broadened the scope of social services delivered through faith-based organizations. There are expectations that these faith-based social service providers will be more effective—but how should that effectiveness be measured? Faith-Based Social Services: Measures, Assessm...

The Fungi, Third Edition, offers a comprehensive and thoroughly integrated treatment of the biology of the fungi. This modern synthesis highlights the scientific foundations that continue to inform mycologists today, as well as recent breakthroughs and the formidable challenges in current research. The Fungi combines a wide scope with the depth of inquiry and clarity offered by three leading fungal biologists. The book describes the astonishing diversity of the fungi, their complex life cy...

First published in 1970. This book is concerned with the examination and assessment of the impact of changes in technology on companies in three selected industries: printing, steel and chemicals. Its main focus is on the employment and associated labour market effects of technological change; but part of the rationale for the study as a whole has been to relate these effects to the technological environment of each industry. Accordingly, a good deal of attention has been paid to the chara...

The History of Salt is a comprehensive exploration of one of humanity’s most essential and fascinating minerals. Tracing salt’s journey from prehistory to the modern era, the book delves into its profound impact on civilization, culture, and commerce. Readers are taken on a global tour, discovering how salt has shaped empires, driven exploration, and even sparked wars. The narrative uncovers the pivotal role salt played in the development of trade routes, the rise and fall of cities, and t...

The Best Bread in the World Made as Simply as PossibleBaking homemade sourdough can often seem like a complex, time-consuming task, but Elaine Boddy is here to prove that this incredible, delicious and healthy bread is within reach of everyone, any day of the week—no matter how busy your life is. A trusted author and teacher when it comes to all things sourdough, she returns with her simplest, most versatile recipes yet. Hands-off methods such as overnight proofing...

Get All of Your Sourdough Questions Answered, Plus 40 Endlessly Versatile RecipesIn the sourdough world, where recipes and methods can quickly become complicated, Elaine Boddy keeps it simple with this staple of the sourdough genre. This all-in-one handbook shares her best tips, tricks and troubleshooting tools for showstopping sourdough success. With practical solutions to every obstacle―whether it’s a busy schedule, slow-to-grow starter or overpr...

Racialized Health, COVID-19, and Religious Responses: Black Atlantic Contexts and Perspectives explores black religious responses to black health concerns amidst persistent race-based health disparities and healthcare inequities. This cutting-edge edited volume provides theoretically and descriptively rich analysis of cases and contexts where race factors strongly in black health outcomes and dynamics, viewing these matters from various disciplinary and national vantage points. Th...

“… Ettore Bugatti was by common consent one of the most brilliant designers ever to work in the automotive field. He produced a greater range of models than any other single designer ever has done: racing machines, sports cars and limousines, automobiles of all sizes …… The Bugatti was probably the most sought-after and admired pre-World War II car existing, the world over…… Ettore Bugatti mad inventor or mechanical genius ? Viewed from the point of view of his car designs an...

Can this small-town girl trade her tarnished past for a respectable life?During the hot, windy summer of 1870 in the burgeoning prairie town of Assurance, Kansas, Marissa Pierce is fed up with her abusive boss. She longs to start a new life and is growing weary of convincing townsfolk that she is most certainly not a prostitute.Civil War veteran and preacher Rowe Winford arrives in town intent on leaving the tragic memories of his deceased family behind. Alt...

Are you tired of endlessly swiping and settling for connections that go nowhere? In this transformative guide, you’ll learn how to curate the perfect online dating profile, enhance your natural beauty, and use powerful confidence building strategies to build meaningful connections.From understanding the ins and outs of dating apps and their algorithms to effective messaging and setting firm boundaries in your dating journey, you’ll walk away with the tools to stand...