In this brief and incisive essay, a financial asset manager presents his thesis for "the thumbnail sketch of the evolution of life on earth: DNA, language, writing, printing, computers, the Internet, Google's search algorithm." Cook assigns to Google's Page Rank algorithm "the genius of the solution"-- the way it "neatly sidesteps" a very difficult semantic problem.

After three bestselling novels, Mikala Stewart moves from Oxford, England to New York City to better promote her books in person. She meets a tall, good looking gentleman, who holds the hotel elevator door for her and her mother. After exchanging a few pleasantries, they part, going their separate ways.Liam Foster moves to New York City to work in his parents' law firm NYC office. He's eating dinner alone yet again when he and Mikala recognize each other from the hotel elevator yea...

The Koran has constituted a remarkably strong core of identity and continuity for a religious tradition that is now in its fifteenth century. This Very Short Introduction explores the significance of the Koran both in the modern world and in traditional Muslim culture. Michael Cook provides a lucid and direct account of the Koran as codex, as scripture, as liturgy, and as the embodiment of truth, and examines its means of formation and dissemination. He also discusses issues of interpretat...

The Abyss. The word evokes a visceral response. It also evokes contemplation and a search for deeper knowledge and understanding. The abyss of despair can feel heavy too from all accounts. It pulls you into a dark, suffocating existence that can feel like you are drowning, prevent you from getting out of bed, or compel desires to end your life. By many accounts I should have drowned in an abyss of despair at the age of six, when I experienced a devastating tragedy. I did not. Where many fi...

Deeply romantic, profoundly spiritual, thought provoking and inspirational. Modern verse for a new age !

Selfless is the soul of love ! Spiritual / Romantic / Thought Provoking ! Modern verse for a new age !

"Over 55 And Alive" is a transformative guide for individuals entering the later stages of life, emphasizing the vitality and opportunities that come with age. This book provides practical advice and insightful strategies for those over 55 to enhance their well-being, nurture existing relationships, and foster a positive mindset.Michael Cook delves into the significance of empathy, communication, and adaptability within family dynamics, highlighting how these principles can build a...

"Over 55 And Alive" is a transformative guide for individuals entering the later stages of life, emphasizing the vitality and opportunities that come with age. This book provides practical advice and insightful strategies for those over 55 to enhance their well-being, nurture existing relationships, and foster a positive mindset.Michael Cook delves into the significance of empathy, communication, and adaptability within family dynamics, highlighting how these principles can build a ...

This authoritative guide to the principles and practice of archives management in private and public sector organizations has been substantially revised. It now provides detailed advice on changes in national and international standards and approaches, in particular ISAD(G) (International Standard Archival Description) and ISASAR(CPF) (International Standard Archive Authority Record). The new edition also includes guidance on the interpretation of the Manual of Archival Description, also p...

Conference Room Wars is The Phoenix Project meets the popular comedy series The Office, without the hilarity.When Noel Rennick joined the St Louis office of Cramdler Innovative Government Solutions (CIGS) he expected to be part of a professional organization, dedicated to meeting the client's expectations. Instead, he found disfunction, chaos, and a toxic organizational environment.Noel is determined to apply everything he learned in graduate school and hi...

The Koran has constituted a remarkably resilient core of identity and continuity for a religious tradition that is now in its fifteenth century. In this Very Short Introduction, Michael Cook provides a lucid and direct account of the significance of the Koran both in the modern world and in that of traditional Islam. He gives vivid accounts of its role in Muslim civilization, illustrates the diversity of interpretations championed by traditional and modern commentators, discusses ...

Landscape designer Michael Cooke presents five of his superbly designed gardens, including his own, which are illustrated by the lyrically beautiful photographs of coauthor Brigid Arnott. The selected landscapes encapsulate the characteristics he considers vital in the making of a truly beautiful, liveable garden. They have a distinct 'voice' of their own, reflecting not only the personality and style of the owners, but also the longstanding relationship and emotional connection between th...