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International expert and consultant David Maister offers a brilliant and accessible guide to every management issue at play in professional firms. Professional firms differ from other business enterprises in two distinct ways: first, they provide highly customized services and thus cannot apply many of the management principles developed for product-based industries. Second, professional services are highly personalized, involving the skills of individuals.

Août 1939. Le monde est au bord de la guerre. Depuis l'Antarctique, la mission de recherche scientifique du Pr Dyer envoie un signal de détresse. Embarquée à bord d'un Bristol Beaufort britannique une équipe de sauvetage, formée de soldats aguerris, vole à leur secours. Parmi eux, une pièce rapportée, une femme étrange : le capitaine nazi Ilsa Dunkel, spécialiste en sciences occultes, dont le Pr Dyer a exigé la venue. Les tensions dues à sa présence et à son uniforme mettent les nerfs des autres soldats à vifs.

Does it feel like you’re missing out on life because you can't get your finances in order? Are you seeking a life free of financial fear and full of meaning, purpose, and impact? The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that’s no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.

Organizational Culture and Leadership is the classic reference for managers and students seeking a deeper understanding of the inter-relationship of organizational culture dynamics and leadership. Author Edgar Schein is the 'father' of organizational culture, world-renowned for his expertise and research in the field; in this book, he analyzes and illustrates through cases the abstract concept of culture and shows its importance to the management of organizational change.

From the acclaimed number-one New York Times best-selling author of Make Your Bed - a short, inspirational book about the qualities of true everyday heroes.

Emily H. Wilson presents Book 2 in the Sumerians Trilogy.

On February 1, 2003, Columbia disintegrated on reentry before the nation's eyes, and all seven astronauts aboard were lost. Author Mike Leinbach was a key leader in the search and recovery effort as NASA, FEMA, the FBI, the US Forest Service, and dozens more federal, state, and local agencies combed an area of rural east Texas the size of Rhode Island for every piece of the shuttle and her crew they could find. Assisted by hundreds of volunteers, it would become the largest ground search operation in US history.

The Thirty Years War devastated seventeenth-century Europe, killing nearly a quarter of all Germans and laying waste to towns and countryside alike. Peter Wilson offers the first new history in a generation of a horrifying conflict that transformed the map of the modern world.

Together, these books offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of Slavic mythology, with its unique blend of fantasy, folklore, and ancient wisdom. Whether you're a mythology enthusiast, a lover of fairy tales, or simply looking for an immersive story, this collection is sure to delight.

Whether we call it the inner critic, superego, or just plain nag, most of us have a "judge within" who's constantly on our case. A comprehensive guide to understanding how the inner critic works, this book offers practical, positive suggestions for breaking free of it. Using straightforward language and examples from everyday life, Byron Brown shows: Where the inner judge came from. How it operates. Why it trips us up. Why we believe we need it. How to develop awareness of it. How to disengage from it.

US psychologist Abraham Maslow’s A Theory of Human Motivation is a classic of psychological research that helped change the field for good. Like many field-changing thinkers, Maslow was not just a talented researcher, he was also a creative thinker - able to see things from a new perspective and show them in a different light. He studied what he called exemplary people such as Albert Einstein, Jane Addams, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Frederick Douglass rather than mentally ill or neurotic people.

In Wizard, H. Rider Haggard blends thrilling adventure with spiritual exploration. From an English church to the heart of Africa, this novel follows a quest for faith, miracles, and power. What happens when belief is tested against the supernatural? A unique and thought-provoking tale for those who love Haggard’s African adventures and deep philosophical questions.

In When the World Shook, Humphrey Arbuthnot embarks on an extraordinary voyage to the mysterious island of Orofena. Filled with danger, adventure, and the unknown, his journey leads to life-changing discoveries. This thrilling H. Rider Haggard novel blends exploration with suspense, making it an exciting listen for fans of classic adventure stories.

Wisdom’s Daughter is the final book in H. Rider Haggard’s She series, telling the origin story of Ayesha, the immortal and powerful woman known as She-Who-Must-Be-Obeyed. From her defiance of an arranged marriage to her mystical journey in search of ultimate knowledge, this novel is a fascinating blend of adventure, fantasy, and historical fiction. A must-read for fans of powerful heroines and ancient legends.

War in the Air is H.G. Wells' prophetic vision of aerial warfare, written before World War I. This thrilling novel explores how advances in aviation technology lead to global conflict, showcasing Wells’ remarkable foresight and gripping storytelling. A must-listen for fans of classic sci-fi and war fiction.

What if Odysseus’ journey didn’t end with his return to Ithaca? In The World’s Desire, legendary authors H. Rider Haggard and Andrew Lang reimagine the final quest of the great hero. After finding his homeland devastated and Penelope gone, Odysseus is drawn once more into adventure—this time by the captivating Helen of Troy. Mythology, romance, and epic adventure intertwine in this beautifully written novel, perfect for fans of Greek legends and classic literature.

Hundreds of seasons ago, a wizard's war scarred the earth, leaving a malevolent fog blanketing the land, and carrying the settlements within it like ships adrift at sea. The phantoms the fog creates are deadly to adults, so children must guard the walls now, and care for each other.

The Wanderer's Necklace follows Olaf, a Norse warrior, as he embarks on a quest to find the other half of a mysterious necklace. Along the way, he faces love, betrayal, a ruthless Byzantine empress, and even an encounter with Odin himself. A sweeping historical fantasy filled with adventure and intrigue.

Virgin of the Sun is an epic historical adventure that follows Hubert of Hastings from medieval England to the exotic lands of Peru. With lost civilizations, courtly drama, and thrilling battles, this novel blends romance, action, and discovery. A must-listen for fans of H. Rider Haggard’s adventurous tales.

You may have encountered books on this topic before, but not like this one. Instead of an instruction manual for church growth, this classic text points to basic biblical principles for assessing and strengthening the health of your church. Whether you’re a pastor, a leader, or an involved member of your congregation, studying the nine marks of a healthy church will help you cultivate new life and well-being within your own church for God’s glory.