147,62 zł

Kofi Annan Turner Publishing Company

Książki / Literatura obcojęzyczna

Praise for Kofi Annan: A Man of Peace in a World of War"Stanley Meisler, an old and steady hand at the U.N., has written a readable, wise, balanced, and most thoughtful biography of Secretary-General Kofi Annan. The focus is on his victories and defeats as secretary-general and on his problems and challenges and how he faced them. Stanley looks at the charges against him as well as his undoubted contributions and calls it as he sees it. This book is essential for anyone who wants to understand Kofi Annan's contribution to the 'house' as well as the genesis and exodus of the attacks against him."--Thomas R. Pickering, former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and former undersecretary of state"Stanley Meisler is a great reporter--this is a wonderfully observed and beautifully written book. It is the definitive portrait of Kofi Annan's calm and dedicated leadership of the United Nations at a time of huge international turmoil."--William Shawcross, author of Deliver Us from Evil: Peacekeepers, Warlords, and a World of Endless Conflict"Kofi Annan is one of the world's most compelling figures. This is both an absorbing biography of a remarkable man and a fast-paced history of the United Nations at the opening of a new century. Stanley Meisler has made the U.N. story come alive as a flesh-and-blood drama of outsized egos clashing over high-stakes issues."--Doyle McManus, Washington Bureau Chief, Los Angeles Times"[This is] a revealing and timely portrait of a remarkable man who has helped shape the first years of the twenty-first century. After finishing Stanley Meisler's book, my only regret is that Kofi Annan isn't running for president of the United States. He'd have my vote in a heartbeat."--David Lamb, author of The Africans"Stanley Meisler is one of America's most knowledgeable and entertaining writers about the United Nations and its history. Now, he gives us an authoritative, highly readable account of the career of Kofi Annan, from his days as a young Ghanian student at MIT to his tenure at the United Nations. The book covers Annan's successes and his notable failures, from Rwanda to, especially, Iraq. Through Annan's career, Meisler narrates the story of how both the Clinton administration and the George W. Bush administration have used the United Nations as a political scapegoat. This is, in a sense, a biography of a tragedy."--James Mann, author of Rise of the Vulcans: The History of Bush's War Cabinet and the author-in-residence at the School of Advanced International Studies, Johns Hopkins University, Washington, D.C.

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269,52 zł

Research Methodologies in EU and International Law Bloomsbury Publishing

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Law research students often begin their PhDs without having an awareness of methodology, or the opportunity to think about the practice of research and its theoretical implications. Law Schools are, however, increasingly alive to the need to provide training in research methods to their students. They are also alive to the need to develop the research capacities of their early career scholars, not least for the Research Excellence Framework exercise. This book offers a structured approach to doing so, focusing on issues of methodology - ie, the theoretical elements of research - within the context of EU and international law. The book can be used alone, or could form the basis of a seminar-based course, or a departmental, or even regional, discussion group. At the core of the book are the materials produced for a series of workshops, funded by the Arts & Humanities Research Council's Collaborative Doctoral Training Fund, on Legal Research Methodologies in EU and international law.These materials consist of a document with readings on main and less mainstream methodological approaches (what we call modern and critical approaches, and the 'law and' approaches) to research in EU and international law, and a series of questions and exercises which encourage reflection on those readings, both in their own terms, and in terms of different research agendas. There are also supporting materials, giving guidance on practical matters, such as how to give a paper or be a discussant at an academic conference. The basic aim of the book is to help scholars in EU and international law reflect on their research: where does it fit within the discipline, what kinds of research questions they think interesting, how do they pursue them, what theoretical perspective best supports their way of thinking their project, and so on. The book is aimed both at PhD students and early career scholars in EU and international law, and also at more established scholars who are interested in reflecting on the development of their discipline, as well as supervising research projects.

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43,81 zł

Eight Tips to Excellent Teaching Page Publishing, Inc.

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Eight Tips to Excellent Teaching was written to inspire all educators and especially teachers who are new to the field or those who may be considering teaching as a career. Many people believe a career in teaching is 'easy' until they spend a day in a classroom. This book may serve as a reference for anyone wanting to know what is expected of a highly qualified teacher. It includes 8 questions that one should ask of themselves before considering teaching as a career. Once a determination has been made to pursue teaching, the book takes the reader though the word E.I.G.H.T. (Encourage.Inspire.Get Prepared.Honesty.Teach), in order to accomplish the goal of becoming a highly qualified teacher. A must read for teachers, educators, parents, and anyone interested in providing a quality education to all children.

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234,30 zł

Mikhail Chigorin, the Creative Genius: New, Greatly Enlarged Edition

Szachy > Książki New In Chess

Mikhail Chigorin  (1850-1908), the father of modern Russian chess, belongs to that select group of exceptionally strong players who never succeeded in winning the World Championship. The defining moment for Chigorin came when he blundered away a winning position in the final game of his second title match against Steinitz. This book provides a vivid account of the life and times of Mikhail Ivanovich Chigorin: his rise to chess fame after a difficult childhood, his unfaltering commitment to the promotion of the game in 19th-century Russia, his friends and enemies, and his chess exploits in many countries. Chigorin remains universally admired for his creative and courageous style of play. He always played to win, preferably with dashing attacks. His games consistently featured precise calculation, purposeful manoeuvring, patient exploitation of positional weaknesses, artful defence and even refined endgame play.Today Chigorin#8217;s contributions to opening theory remain significant. He was the finest gambit player of his generation, but it is his pioneering work in the Ruy Lopez, the Queen#8217;s Gambit as well as various King#8217;s Indian formations that has been the most enduring. Mikhail Chigorin, the Creative Genius  is a hugely expanded second edition of the games collection published in 1987 (which had only 292 pages). The biographical material, telling the story of Chigorin#8217;s turbulent chess career, now runs to hundreds of pages. Furthermore, 100 extra games have been added, annotated by Chigorin and his contemporaries or more modern grandmasters.FIDE Master  Jimmy Adams  is a prolific chess author, who has written, translated and compiled a wide range of books on openings, historical tournaments and legendary players. From 1991 to 2010 he was the editor of the English magazine CHESS. GM Raymond Keene, The Times: "A stupendous new book, one of those rare events that represent milestones in chess publishing history." Sean Marsh, CHESS Magazine(UK): "The game annotations are a real treat, especially when a number of sources are quoted within a single game (..) I was very familiar with Chigorin the gambiteer, but it was only after reading this book I became fully aware of his terrific endgame skill (..) One of the best parts of the book comes at the very end, in the form of 'Reminiscences of Chigorin's Daughter'. The document paints a vivid picture of her father and his eccentricities, and it is chess gold dust (..) It is hard to see how this book could be improved. To call it a new edition of the earlier book on Chigorin doesn't begin to tell the story of just how much extra material has been included." Fred Wilson, author of '100 Questions on How to Play Chess': #8220;A superbly researched biography on Russia#8217;s greatest 19th century player.#8221; Florian Jacobs, Max Euwe Centre Amsterdam: "A book that reads extremely well (..) A first-rate chess biography for which we must thank the publisher: finally a big book about Chigorin!" IM Gary Lane, Chess Moves Magazine: "A compelling read because Chigorin's story is so amazing with links to poverty, glory and fame."

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86,32 zł

Writer's Journey Gray Rabbit Publishing

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When she was a college student, aspiring writer Carren Strock's English professor told her, "Some people are writers, and some people aren't. You are not a writer."She didn't pick up a pen for more than fifteen years... until Robert Redford came to town.Appearing in Redford's movie led to writing for national magazines, and then to selling her first nonfiction book to a major New York publisher.Now Carren Strock lays out her improbable journey from "not a writer" to professional writer. She shares what she's learned along the way, and tells you how you can do it, too.Divided into three sections, A Writer's Journey tells you what you need to know before, during, and after writing a book. In brief and to-the-point chapters, Strock provides clear and concise tips on how to stay motivated as you hone your skills, and write your book, and how to avoid the pitfalls that could derail your career. She also gives you advice on how to find a good agent, navigate the world of publishing, and market your book.About the author:Carren Strock is a New York-based author and lecturer. Her first book, Married Women Who Love Women, was a ground-breaking study of a previously unmentioned segment of society. When she isn't working on another book or article, she's painting, taking photographs, traveling, or spending time with her grandchildren.

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125,31 zł

Music Business For Dummies John Wiley & Sons Inc

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Start your music career off right with this fun guide to the music industry§§Music Business For Dummies explains the ins and outs of the music industry for artists and business people just starting out. Careers in music are expected to increase by at least ten percent over the next few years, and this book shows you what you need to know to grab your slice of the music pie. You'll learn how file-sharing, streaming, and iTunes have transformed the industry, and how to navigate your way through the new distribution models to capitalize on your work. It all begins with the right team, and this practical guide explains who you need to have on your side as you begin to grow and get more exposure. Coverage includes rehearsing, performing, recording, publishing, copyrights, royalties, and much more, giving you the information you need to start your career off smart.§§Music industry success has never been easy to achieve, and recent transformations and disruptions to the business side have made the whole idea even more daunting than before. This guide gives you a roadmap around the landmines, and provides expert advice for starting out on the right foot.§Find the right players, agents, and business managers§Make more money from your work with smart distribution§Build your brand and get people talking about you§Get gigs, go on tour, and keep on growing§§If music is your calling, you need to plan your career in a way that sets you up for success from the very beginning. Put the right people in place, get the most out of your investments, and learn how to work the crowd both virtually and in person. Music Business For Dummies is your companion on your journey to the music career you want.

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101,19 zł

LinkedIn for Personal Branding Hybrid Global Publishing

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Your online presence matters more than ever in today's global workplace. Professionals are logging-in to LinkedIn in record numbers, so your profile needs to represent you in the best possible light before and after a meeting or interview. LinkedIn For Personal Branding: The Ultimate Guide is the leading strategic guidebook that most uniquely connects personal branding to the LinkedIn platform. Long's book provides a comprehensive view of personal branding using LinkedIn's profile, content sharing, and thought leadership capabilities. Additionally, Long has assembled a useful set of "How To" advice links that are available on a companion website. The website provides many resource pages and links related to each chapter. LinkedIn for Personal Branding: The Ultimate Guide is the ONLY LinkedIn book available that will do all of this for the reader:

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125,40 zł

Attacking the Spanish by Sabino Brunello (miękka okładka)

Szachy > Debiuty

Wersja językowa książki - angielska. Miękka okładka.  Attacking the Spanish Marshall, Schliemann GajewskiBy Sabino BrunelloThe Spanish opening, 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5, is so respected that many Black players immediately start defending. Brunello shows that Black can engage in a tense fight for the win right from the start. The three gambits considered in this book have all been tested by top-10 players, with good results, within the last year. The Marshall AttackThe Marshall Attack,1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Nf6 5.0-0 Be7 6.Re1 b5 7.Bb3 0-0 8.c3 d5, is sound and aggressive, so it is no surprise that it is favoured by the world's best. The theory is so complex that an expert guide is required, and Brunello is well suited to the task, having played the Marshall for most of his chess career.The SchliemannThe Schliemann 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 f5, with its reversed King's Gambit flair, has always been popular with club players, but grandmasters knew it was unsound. Then Teimour Radjabov started playing it successfully against the elite and sparked a revival.The Gajewski variationThe Gajewski variation, 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Nf6 5.0-0 Be7 6.Re1 b5 7.Bb3 d6 8.c3 0-0 9.h3 Na5 10.Bc2 d5, is brand new. The position after White's tenth move had been reached a thousand times with 10...c5 universally played, when in the summer of 2007 the Polish grandmaster Gajewski revealed that Black has a fascinating gambit at his disposal. International Master Sabino Brunello  is one of the leaders of the youthful revival in Italian chess. Brunello is still a teenager, but his rating is already 2550 and increasing daily. By the time this book is printed he will probably be a grandmaster.ISBN 978-1906552176 - 288 pages - Published July 15 2009Reviews"Great Gambits: A little-known young Italian, Sabino Brunello (rated 2550!) has written a book about three Spanish Gambits, seen from Black's side: The Schliemann Gambit, the Gajewski and the Marshall Attack. The book fully matches the name of the publishing house, Quality Chess. I am very impressed by the material. If you are in need of an aggressive black repertoire against the Ruy Lopez, it would not be a mistake to throw 24 euros after this book." GM Sune Berg Hansen "A good book by an author who tells you everything he knows about the openings. A great debut."  GM Peter Heine Nielsen  (Magnus Carlsen's second and Anand's)"For anyone playing the Spanish from either side, this book is an absolute must buy. My assessment of this book: 5/5." (full review) Carsten Hansen , Chesscafe.com

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40,80 zł

Shadow of the Sun Penguin

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'Only with the greatest of simplifications, for the sake of convenience, can we say Africa. In reality, except as a geographical term, Africa doesn't exist'. Ryszard Kapuscinski has been writing about the people of Africa throughout his career. In a study that avoids the official routes, palaces and big politics, he sets out to create an account of post-colonial Africa seen at once as a whole and as a location that wholly defies generalised explanations. It is both a sustained meditation on the mosaic of peoples and practises we call 'Africa', and an impassioned attempt to come to terms with humanity itself as it struggles to escape from foreign domination, from the intoxications of freedom, from war and from politics as theft. The Beginning: Collision, Ghana 1958 More than anything, one is struck by the light. Light everywhere. Brightness everywhere. Everywhere, the sun. Just yesterday, an autumnal London was drenched in rain. The airplane drenched in rain. A cold, wind, darkness. But here, from the morning

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60,99 zł

Andy Murray: Seventy-Seven Headline Publishing Group

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Andy Murray is one of Britain's best loved athletes. On the 7th July 2013 he became the first British man to lift the Wimbledon trophy for 77 years. His new book, Andy Murray: Seventy-Seven, will take us on a personal journey through his career. Focusing on the last two dramatic years, he will share with us his thoughts on the pivotal moments of his playing career and allow us a glimpse into his world - his intense training regime, his close-knit team and his mental and physical battle to get to the very top. This very personal book will be a stunning celebration of Andy's career so far.

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94,15 zł

Public Speaking for Kids, Tweens, and Teens - Confidence for Life! Gabberz Publishing

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Everyone can develop self-confidence and powerful leadership and social interaction skills at home. Gabberz Public Speaking for Kids, Tweens, and Teens single-student edition is a do-it-yourself at home public speaking training program designed for youth ages 8 to 18. The parents and student do NOT need to know anything about public speaking to use this program.Gabberz is the most comprehensive self-training program on the market today. This program includes over 260 pages that make no assumptions about previous knowledge or skills. All the tools and information you need are included. Most importantly, this is NOT just a book to read. Gabberz is an interactive and entertaining experience that trains through active exercises at every step. 260+ easy-to-read pages. Everything you need is included. 12 Fun and exciting lessons. Includes 4 pre-written speeches. A combination of pre-written speeches and speech-writing guidance. Each lesson is self-contained and builds on basic skills. No memorization is needed. There's no wrong way to do any lesson, as long as the student does them. Every lesson can be done in the privacy of your home. Promotes family interaction and participation. Step-by-step easy to use tools.STUDENTS: Are you shy? Socially anxious? Awkward in groups? Gabberz helps you develop the self-confidence and social interaction skills that seem so easy for others. You can do every lesson in the privacy of your home or invite others to share in the fun as you grow more confident.Are you already outgoing? A social ham? The center of attention? Gabberz helps you focus your awesome powers and be a major influencer to larger audiences. Every lesson includes all the information and tools you need to develop your skills at your own pace and comfort levels.PARENTS: Help your kids develop a powerful voice to influence their own amazing futures and prepare for college, career, and life. The ability to speak in front of others comfortably helps them gain a tremendous advantage in an extremely competitive future. Gabberz is designed as an experience for the entire family that helps youth develop confidence, leadership, speaking, and persuasion skills through unique private exercises and family speech events set in the safe, positive family environment of your home. Have more kids? Get a book for each kid and have them do the lessons and speeches together for even more fun!Gabberz helps students: Develop strong leadership skills. Develop a powerful and engaging voice. Overcome or use shyness and social anxiety to your advantage. Build self-confidence. Write engaging speeches and presentations. Improve interview skills (college admissions, jobs). Expand future career and social opportunities. Develop better social interactions. Respond more actively in group activities. And much more.Prepare for college, career, and life. Gabberz Public Speaking for Kids can help them gain an advantage in an extremely competitive future. In today's aggressive growth and entrepreneurial environment, youth need every tool they can develop to stand out from the noise. Gabberz can help bring out the superhero in all of them. Gabberz mission is to help youth from all walks of life develop a powerful voice to influence their own amazing futures! Try Gabberz Public Speaking for Kids, Tweens, and Teens and see what a difference it can make in your child.

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146,11 zł

Art of Andy Goldsworthy Crescent Moon Publishing

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THE ART OF ANDY GOLDSWORTHY This is the most comprehensive and detailed study of British artist Andy Goldsworthy, and is the only full-length exploration of Goldsworthy and his art available anywhere. The book has been completely rewritten and brought up to date for this new edition. Andy Goldsworthy makes land or earth art out of, among other materials, stacks of rocks, or stalks tied together, or mud thrown into rivers or poppy petals wrapped around boulders. His art is a sensitive, intuitive response to nature, light, time, growth, the seasons and the earth. Fully illustrated, with a revised text. Bibliography and notes. 348pp. ISBN 9781861714398. www.crmoon.com EXTRACT FROM THE CHAPTER ON GOLDSWORTHY'S LEAFWORKS It is the leafworks that are the most colourful of Andy Goldsworthy's sculptures. What the leaf sculptures show is how beautiful the colours of nature are: Goldsworthy shows the viewer these subtle colours by contrasting one leaf with another. Maple patch grouped the red/ orange/ yellow of Japanese maple leaves together; Poppy leaves contrasted the red poppy leaves against the mid-green of an elderberry bush; a Stone Wood sculpture of 1992 consisted of poppy leaves wrapped around a hazel branch, the red constrasting vividly with the wet green leaves; Dock Leaves interwove red leaves in green grass stalks. Two sycamore leafworks of 1980 and 1981 are very simple: a leaf black from cow shit is placed against pale Autumn leaves; another leaf, bleached white, is set down on a bed of dark leaves. He pins together two colours of sycamore leaves (sycamore is a favourite Goldsworthy medium) in Sycamore leaf sections (1988), and hangs the line of leaves from a tree. Shot with the sun behind them, the photograph of the leaves shows them glowing green and gold, the two classic colours of poetry and alchemy. REVIEW ON AMAZON A happily received gift. It's worth the price for one who wants a scholarly while earthy (sorry, couldn't help it) approach to the work. There's a quirkiness about the writing style that is engaging and honest. I'm glad I have the book and will reread it as I purchase other books on Goldsworthy where the work is shown via great photography. REVIEW ON AMAZON This is a chatty informational book. It has stories of many artists that have been associated with Andy Goldsworthy in his long career as a contemporary nature sculptor. If you are looking for a personal history this is a book for you. REVIEW ON AMAZON I'm no expert on visual art, nor would I claim to be, but I found this to be a useful book, and the only one I've been able to find about the work of Andy Goldsworthy. The author has taken the time to round up a large amount of varied source material which makes this book well worth seeking out.

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105,31 zł

Beauty of Living Twice Random House Publishing

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NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER Sharon Stone tells her own story: a journey of healing, love, and purpose. Not your typical Hollywood autobiography. Brutally honest, restless and questing.   O, The Oprah Magazine Sharon Stone, one of the most renowned actresses in the world, suffered a massive stroke that cost her not only her health, but her career, family, fortune, and global fame. In The Beauty of Living Twice, Stone chronicles her efforts to rebuild her life and writes about her slow road back to wholeness and health. In a business that doesn t accept failure, in a world where too many voices are silenced, Stone found the power to return, the courage to speak up, and the will to make a difference in the lives of men, women, and children around the globe.Over the course of these intimate pages, as candid as a personal conversation, Stone talks about her pivotal roles, her life-changing friendships, her worst disappointments, and her greatest accomplishments. She reveals how she went from a childhood of trauma and violence to a career in an industry that in many ways echoed those same assaults, under cover of money and glamour. She describes the strength and meaning she found in her children, and in her humanitarian efforts. And ultimately, she shares how she fought her way back to find not only her truth, but her family s reconciliation and love.Stone made headlines not just for her beauty and her talent, but for her candor and her refusal to play nice, and it s those same qualities that make this memoir so powerful. The Beauty of Living Twice is a book for the wounded and a book for the survivors; it s a celebration of women s strength and resilience, a reckoning, and a call to activism. It is proof that it s never too late to raise your voice and speak out.

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574,43 zł

Around The World With Nephrology: An Autobiography World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd

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This is the story of a boy raised up in a village in Poland during World War II, with his father deported to concentration camps throughout the war. Some years after he graduated from medical school, he serendipitously entered the then developing field of dialysis, and he eventually embarked on a career-long practice in the field, where he contributed to the development of a number of new inventions and therapeutic methods. The book contains 13 chapters covering the author's childhood, education, and his career-long contributions to the field of nephrology. The book includes inspirational stories of his patients; the struggles he faced in the course of getting his numerous inventions patented; his research work in the 1990s; his work of teaching and consulting; and, not the least, his travels to interesting places unrelated to business. The book concludes with an epilogue summarizing his life, as well as his predictions regarding treatment of chronic renal failure in the future.

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138,88 zł

Personal Branding and Marketing Yourself Balian Publishing Co

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Whether you are seeking a new position, changing roles within an organization, or taking charge of your career planning, marketing yourself is the best way to seize these opportunities. Yet few of us are ready and able to talk about our talents, accomplishments, and the value we have to offer. In this engaging, timely, and informative book, acclaimed career coach, trainer, and consultant Rita Balian Allen makes the case for personal branding as an essential ingredient for a successful career. For Rita and the many people who have sought her guidance, the Three Ps Marketing Technique has been the key. This technique PREPARES individuals to promote themselves by PACKAGING their talents and accomplishments, showcasing them, and PRESENTING their value inside their organization as well as in their profession, industry or community.

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