Warwick: 150 books

Commemorative Events emphasise remembering. They are held on the anniversaries of significant past events, either annually or after significant time periods. Commemorative events provide fascinating insight into how societies see themselves, their heritage and their identity. These events however...

Yeoland, is bent on revenge against the man whose troops destroyed her home, her family and her life. But, being a woman she has pity and pity does not get along well with revenge, or the man who captures her for his own schemes.

Do you get blocked as your work for your dreams and your goals? Does it feel like you spend too much time going around in circles? Would you benefit from a regular burst of inspiration to keep you on track? Then you need this book! Loaded with quirky observations, simple truths and easy to implement...

Contains three early examples of the genre of New Woman writing, each portraying women in ways wholly different to those which had gone before. This title includes "Kith and Kin" (1881), "Miss Brown" and "The Wing of Azrael".

It is hard to imagine the Middlesbrough area before its industrial might was established. In 1801, the area was a small hamlet with a population of just twenty-five. Middlesbrough's growth began with the development of the coal export trade in the area, but expanded rapidly with the discovery of extensive...

This book explores the ideas of key thinkers and media practitioners who have examined images and icons of war and terror. Icons of War and Terror explores theories of iconic images of war and terror, not as received pieties but as challenging uncertainties; in doing so, it engages with both...

Royal events such as coronations and jubilees encompass a wide spectrum of planned events involving monarchs and their families that are strategically designed to reinforce the role of royalty within social and political structures. Royal events may have a long heritage, but often involve traditions...

The portion of California�s Highway 99 between Modesto and Bakersfield presents a fascinating and nostalgic environment. The highway has a unique charm and character that are significant to California natives, visitors, and those who have moved to the California Central Valley over the past century....

The core theme of the book is the importance of an independent state audit to ensure that the Executive is held accountable to Parliament. Instilling effective financial control and accountability for the use of public funds and the proper conduct of public business has been an incremental process...

Accounting is frequently portrayed as a value free mechanism for allocating resources and ensuring they are employed in the most efficient manner. Contrary to this popular opinion, the research presented in Accounting at War demonstrates that accounting for military forces is primarily a political...

Quello dell'intelligenza artificiale è un universo in rapida evoluzione e destinato a cambiare radicalmente le nostre vite nel prossimo futuro. Nel libro viene esaminato a fondo questo tema e vengono osservati gli avanzamenti compiuti nel campo della robotica. È scritto da un pioniere della materia.

The last 150 years has been the most tumultuous in the industrial history of South Yorkshire, and at the heart of this has always been mining and its allied industries. South Yorkshire Pits takes us from the beginnings of the industry, where land ownership brought wealth from what lay beneath it....

An easy-read management book giving practical advice and knowledge essential for those starting a new business, buying one, or wanting to improve an existing one.Set out clearly and concisely are simple fundamentals of business-knowledge:- how to devise competitive strategy- understanding markets- constructing...

This work examines the factors that shape and influence home-school relations. At its heart is an analysis of parent-teacher relationships in an inner city borough, drawn from case studies of five primary schools and a parents' centre. Interviews with parents are revealing windows into parents' views...