Any group of people expected to work synergistically needs a system that structures their interactions. That system is “governance.” The Pragmatist’s Guide to Governance takes a first principles approach to exploring the ways governance structures affect the humans living under them (and vice versa), with a special focus on how human psychology interacts with the structures that facilitate our interaction with other people.Originally written as a thought experiment in form...

A witty and warm debut novel from a young Irish writer. A story of family, grief, and the ways we come together when all seems lost.Molly Black has disappeared. She's been flighty since her parents died, but this time – or so says her hastily written note – she's gone for good.That's why the whole Black clan – from Granny perched on the printer to Killian on Zoom from Sydney – is huddled together in the Dublin suburbs, arguing over what to do.Former model Lady V presum...

FINALIST for the WOMEN’S PRIZE for FICTION***** One of Vogue’s Best Books of the Year**Award-winning author Claire Kilroy’s “lyrical and incisive” (The New York Times Book Review) novel that reads with the pace of a thriller and is filled with astute and witty observations of life with a young child.Soldier Sailor takes readers deep inside the early days of motherhood. Exploring the clash of fierce love with a sei...

'Extraordinary' Naoise Dolan'Seriously good' Louise NealonPICKED AS 'ONE TO WATCH' FOR 2022 BY IRISH TIMES, STYLIST AND IRISH INDEPENDENTDublin student life is ending for Sophie and her friends. They’ve got everything figured out, and Sophie feels left behind as they all start to go their separate ways. She’s overshadowed by her best friend Grace. She’s been in love with Finn for as long as...

'My name is Vortigern ... ' Generations before Arthur's birth, a British warlord looks back on his life: his rise from humble roots to shake the thrones of a dying empire; his stand against chaos amid the aftermath of Rome; his struggle with the greedy, embittered princes of church and kingdom; his loves and his losses, and his last encounter with his own mysterious destiny, on a mountain where the world we know is beginning to take shape before his eyes. Vortigern's voice...

In an era where our lives are increasingly intertwined with the digital realm, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated. Whether you're a novice navigating the intricacies of online security or seeking to bolster your existing knowledge, 'Cybersecurity for Beginners' is your passport to a safer digital existence.This accessible and comprehensive guide demystifies the world of cybersecurity, breaking down complex concepts into digestible chapters. From the basics of unde...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of data science and machine learning, the fusion of DataOps and MLOps is reshaping the way organizations harness the power of their data. "DataOps and MLOps Integration: Bridging the Gap for Efficient Data Science" is your comprehensive guide to understanding, implementing, and optimizing this convergence.DataOps, focused on the efficient management of data pipelines, and MLOps, dedicated to streamlining machine learning model development and deplo...

Religion is of enduring importance in the lives of many people, yet the religious landscape has been dramatically transformed in recent decades. Established churches have been challenged by eastern faiths, revivals of Christian and Islamic fundamentalism, and the eclectic spiritualities of the New Age. Religion has long been regarded by social scientists and psychologists as a key source of identity formation, ranging from personal conversion experiences to collective association with fell...

Are reports of the death of conventional fieldwork in anthropology greatly exaggerated? This book takes a critical look at the latest developments and key issues in fieldwork. The nature of 'locality' itself is problematic for both research subjects and fieldworkers, on the grounds that it must now be maintained and represented in relation to widening (and fragmenting) social frames and networks. Such developments have raised questions concerning the nature of ethnographic presence and sca...

In "The Submarine in War and Peace: Its Development and its Possibilities," Simon Lake masterfully delves into the evolution of submarine technology and its profound implications on naval warfare. Employing a blend of historical narrative and technical analysis, Lake chronicles the submarine's transition from a mere concept to a formidable instrument of military strategy. The book is punctuated with illustrative diagrams and photographs that enhance its scholarly appeal, making complex eng...

This book examines the relationship between migration, diversification and inequality in Aotearoa/New Zealand. The authors advance a view of migration as a diversifying force, arguing that it is necessary to grapple with the intersection of group identities, state policy and economic opportunities as part of the formation of inequalities that have deep historical legacies and substantial future implications. Exploring evidence for inequality amongst migrant populations, the book also addre...

"The Dead Secret: A Novel" by Wilkie Collins is a fictional work written in the mid-19th century. The story centers around Captain Treverton and his wife, Mrs. Treverton, as well as Sarah Leeson, a troubled lady's maid with a mysterious past.The opening chapters create a tense atmosphere filled with secrets, focusing on the dying moments of Mrs. Treverton, who calls for Sarah to make a final request that could change everything for those who remain. The beginning of "The Dead Secre...