The book consists of seven true short stories in which my cousin Fred, along with my brother Frank, played a dominant part. I would hope that the reader gathers up Freds character as he or she reads the seven stories. Fred made a lot of enemies in his lifetime, the most venomous being himself. Fred left the army in the early fifties during a period of austerity and very quickly discovered that jobs were scarce and there was no post military assistance, as there is today, in employment seek...

Frank Prater served as a British army officer throughout World War II, a commission granted by His Majesty King George VI due, in part, to his university degree, a Bachelor of Science. Major K. F. Prater married Rose Haynes, whose brothers ran a large furniture manufacturing company dating back to the early twenties. He began working for the Haynes brothers family firm around 1946 and soon became financial director, which is where his financial escapades began. The story covers five of his...

This fascinating and inspiring biography of John Haynes – the man behind Haynes manuals – looks ‘under the bonnet’ at his extraordinary life, and his legacy to the motoring world. This is the story of how one man’s vision and enthusiasm gave a small enterprise in rural Somerset a global footprint. The story begins with John’s childhood in Ceylon and his school days – when as a young entrepreneur he sowed the seeds for what would become the iconic Haynes car repair manuals – to his time as ...

In Style, John Haynes provides a lively introduction to the study of expression in relation to meaning. Style:* introduces readers to the key areas in the study of style through practical exercises* encourages an interest in and sensitivity to words and structures* enables students to recognize contrasts within and between texts* heightens awareness with regards to word choice, meaning, communicative purpose and stylistic convention* ex...

In "A Statement: On the Future of This Church," John Haynes Holmes presents a compelling manifesto that confronts the challenges facing contemporary religious institutions. Through a persuasive and eloquent prose style, Holmes advocates for a progressive vision that emphasizes social justice, inclusivity, and a reexamination of traditional doctrines. His work is rooted in the liberal theological context of the early 20th century, offering a critical analysis of the church's role in an incr...

Mahatma Gandhi, A Memorial Service is an evocative anthology that captures the profound legacy of one of history's most influential figures. This collection presents a range of literary styles, from poignant essays to stirring tributes, each reflecting on Gandhi's ethos of nonviolence and enduring impact on global civil rights movements. The works included provide a mosaic of reflections that are as diverse as they are insightful, capturing the essence of Gandhi's philosophies and the time...

The rise of Islamic radicalism has led to heated discussions about how best to address the threat of religious terror. Disputes covering the right and wrong of war with Iraq, and the even bigger war on terrorism, continue to rage across America. But this is not the first argument of this nature-America was faced with a similar moral dilemma on the eve of World War II. Fascism was conquering Europe, and religious leaders across the nation vehemently debated how to confront Nazi Germany....

Globalisierung und Migrationsbewegungen tragen zu einer verstärkten Beachtung religiöser und spiritueller Fragen in unserer Gesellschaft bei. Das bringt auch für die Psychotherapie und die psychiatrische Behandlung verschärfte Herausforderungen mit sich. In diesem Werk werden das Hintergrundwissen zu diesem Veränderungsprozess wie auch Krankheits- und Gesundungsmodelle der verschiedenen religiösen und spirituellen Traditionen vorgestellt und Beispiele angewandter religionssensibler Psychot...

Health and Physical Education provides readers with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to successfully teach health and physical education in Australia. With emphasis on the development of movement competence and health literacy from the early years to secondary, this book brings together research, theory, curriculum and pedagogy in an engaging introduction for pre-service teachers. Now in its fourth edition, Health and Physical Education has been thoroughly updated, and feat...

This is a combination of a series of books. 15 short books, to be exact, which are divided into the following topics:Topic 1: Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Bipolar Disorder and narcissism?If you have, this book is perfect for you. The two disorders are elaborately described and summarized. Symptoms, causes, and solutions are provided.Topic 2: Sometimes, when people are diagnosed with bipolar disorder, the diagnosis is wrong. In some cases, th...

You are in luck! This is a giant combination of a series of books. 45 short books, to be exact, which are divided into the following topics:Topic 1: Personality disorders can be challenging. I personally know people who have some kind of disorder. It’s different when you interact with them. Not every moment, but the difference is in the details.Topic 2: Many people have wondered what bipolar disorder is or what the symptoms are. While starting out with these simple facts, t...

This is a 15-book combo. These are the themes that you will find:Theme 1: Many people have wondered what bipolar disorder is or what the symptoms are. While starting out with these simple facts, this guide goes much deeper into the subject. It covers a wide range of subtopics that will help you understand the nature of the disorder better.Theme 2: When it comes to Borderline Personality Disorder, many people are left in the dark. They still have questions about what it is, ...