922 results for 'Marcus Pfister'

For HR leaders looking to drive change and develop their workforce, this collection of articles offers practical insights into how to partner with the C-suite, transform performance management...

The Stoics had a profound impact on the human condition, offering insights that remain relevant today. Founded in Athens by Zeno of Citium in 301 BC, Stoicism endured as a movement for nearly 500...

We've long known that 'we daren't go a-hunting for fear of little men' is more than just a nursery rhyme. In one Welsh village, it's a warning passed down through the ages about an ancient mountain...

Robert Wyatt: A Life in Music. Robert Wyatt's life took an unexpected turn after a devastating accident left him paralysed from the waist down. Yet, from this new perspective, he created some of his...

The Dung Beetle: A Marvelous Beast in Our Changing World Dung beetles have been a source of fascination for thousands of years, with over 6,000 species identified worldwide. Their unique behavior...

The Contradictions of Life offers a powerful insight into knowing and understanding that every difficult situation we face comes with a solution and a way through. It speaks of the simplicity that is...

Barco de Esclavos is a gripping account of life on board 18th-century British and American slave ships. Historian Marcus Rediker sheds light on the darkest corners of this period, revealing the...

Imperium: A Novel of Ancient Rome by Robert Harris In the tumultuous world of ancient Rome, one figure stood out for his exceptional talent and ambition: Marcus Cicero. A brilliant lawyer, orator,...

Discipline Is Destiny: A New York Times Bestseller The ancient Greek inscription "Nothing in excess" serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of self-control. Yet, in today's fast-paced world,...

The Horrible Gift of Freedom: Atlantic Slavery and the Representation of Emancipation (Race in the Atlantic World, 1700-1900 Ser.) Marcus Wood's latest work is a rigorous analysis of the visual...

The Pirate King of Roman Britain: Carausius and the Fourth Roman Invasion In the mid-3rd century AD, Roman Britain's regional fleet vanished from history. The North Sea and English Channel were soon...

The Making of a Navy SEAL: My Story of Surviving the Toughest Challenge and Training the Best Brandon Webb's experiences in the world's most elite sniper corps are legendary, and his story is one of...

Cicero: Selected Political Speeches by Marcus Tullius Cicero In the tumultuous final years of the Roman Republic, Cicero delivered speeches that would become iconic for their eloquence and passion...

Rome 68 AD. The new Emperor Galba faces a daunting task: restoring order to the city after the chaos left by Nero. To help him, he turns to his three trusted advisors: Vinius, Laco, and Icelus...

Hardcover, 208 pages, published 2024. In 1932, Leonard Percival Howell began leading nonviolent protests in Kingston, Jamaica, against British colonial rule. His vision of self-reliance - poor people...

One reckless move could cost her everything. Essie Shaw has always had to be careful, hiding in plain sight as a human beat cop while keeping her true nature a secret. But with the magic clawing...

Skewered Recipes for Fire Food on Sticks from Around the World brings together over 60 recipes that showcase the versatility and flavour of cooking with fire. Using a variety of sticks, including...

The Killing of Sister George (Acting Edition) by Frank Marcus A scathing examination of the public and private lives of so-called "cultural icons", this play is a searing look at the darker side of...

A timeless collection of spiritual reflections and exercises, the Meditations offer a profound exploration of virtue, human rationality, and the nature of the universe. Written as a personal guide...

The 1942 US Pacific Fleet Raids: A Turning Point in the War. In February and March 1942, three small US task forces launched surprise raids across the Japanese defensive perimeter in the Central and...

The 3-5-2 Soccer Formation: A Flexible and Dynamic System The 3-5-2 formation is known for its flexibility and adaptability, allowing teams to switch between ultra-attacking and solid defensive play...

Notable New Yorkers of Manhattan's Upper West Side Bloomingdale -- Morningside Heights is a collection of nearly 600 stories about former residents who once called this iconic neighborhood home...