One man's real-life experience of motorcycling solo around the globe - no back-up teams, no spare bikes, no film crews - just him and his Yamaha Tenere XT660, travelling 42,000 miles through 6 continents and 35 countries, seeing amazing things; meeting fascinating people; experiencing different cultures, and coping with extremely challenging conditions. This book is not only proof that anyone can do it, but also a practical guide to motorcycling round the world: what to do first; what to ...

The potential for above average returns has always made private equity an attractive subsector of financial markets with investors gaining access to specialised managers who build portfolios of private companies. In Ireland, investors’ principal way of gaining exposure to private equity has been through international private equity funds distributed by local stockbrokers, which tend to have significant minimum investment amounts and long-term lock-in periods, making access difficult for re...

So you've got the drive to start a business. You might even have the Big Idea all mapped out. But then you realise that you've got no money to take it to the next stage. Back to the day job? No way. That's where Freesourcing comes in. Believe it or not, you don't need money to start a business. There's an entire industry out there waiting to help you take your idea and make it happen... for free. All you need to know is where to find the help and how to get your h...

A pocket-sized pep-talk packed with inspiration and motivation.Got an idea for a business? Just started out? Or wondering what to do next? From planning and setting up, to raising finance and making a profit, All-Time Essentials for Entrepreneurs is your one-stop shop for advice and tips on everything you need to know and do to get your business off the ground.Jonathan Yates is a serial entrepreneur who understands that when you're launching or run...

An indispensable resource for those looking to understand Augustine's place in religious and cultural heritageAugustine towers over Western life, literature, and culture—both sacred and secular. His ideas permeate conceptions of the self from birth to death and have cast a long shadow over subsequent Christian thought. But as much as tradition has sprung from Augustinian roots, so was Augustine a product of and interlocutor with traditions that preceded and ran contemporar...

The Defensive Global Consumer Franchise Stocks Theme offers a balanced alternative between the higher risks associated with general equity investing and the safety of risk-free government bonds. Companies in the theme own many iconic brands, such as Coca-Cola, Colgate, Listerine, Cadbury, Gillette, Head & Shoulders, Guinness, Heineken, Nescafé, Dove, Vaseline, and Ben & Jerry’s. Their sales and profits tend to be defensive during recessions, because they are essential items, or affordable ...

Fibroproliferative diseases are a broad spectrum of entities from organ-specific involvement (e.g., pulmonary, heart, liver, and kidney fibrosis) to multi-system diseases such as systemic sclerosis and sclerodermatous graft vs. host disease. These diseases also encompass pathophysiologies not readily recognizably related, such as macular degeneration and cancer metastasis. Fibroproliferative diseases are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality and can affect all tissues and organ system...

A guide to the most important church and chapel buildings in Wales, from the early middle ages onwards. It includes an introduction that provides a clear overview, based on research, of the religious history of Wales and the way that history can be seen in the surviving church buildings throughout the region.

Michael Palin's terrific account of his journey through 18 countries bordering the Pacific Ocean, published by Phoenix for the first time.For almost a year, Michael Palin travelled through 18 countries on the perimeter of the world's largest ocean, in a spectacular journey of contrasts, drama and beauty.From head-hunters in Borneo to a meal of maggots in Mexico, his route takes him to some of the most politically volatile and physically demanding places on ...

Are you sick of working day after day for someone else, dreaming of what you'll do one day when you retire? Why wait until you're old to enjoy retirement? How would you like to retire in 12 months?Stop dreaming about a better life in the future – create one for yourself today!If you're serious about getting the most out of life and want to discover how you can use your passions to pay your bills, then How to Retire in 12 Months is the book for you.Author Se...

This illustrated Travel Guide is a part of the Mobi Sights series, our concise guides that only feature the most essential information on city attractions. This guide is designed for optimal navigation on eReaders, smartphones, and other mobile electronic devices. Inside you will find a locator map and a list of top attractions linked to individual articles. Addresses, telephones, hours of operation and admissions information are included. The guide also features an itiner...

In 2008, Mark Beaumont smashed the world record for cycling around the world, by an astonishing 81 days. His race against the clock took him through the toughest terrain and the most demanding of conditions. In 2009, Mark set out on his second ultra-endurance challenge. And this one would involve some very big mountains.The Man Who Cycled the Americas tells the story of a 15,000 mile expedition that once again broke the barriers of human achievement. To pedal the longest m...