10002 results for 'World Bank'

The Breathless Trilogy by Maya Banks is a collection of erotic fantasies that explore the boundaries of desire and relationships. For Gabe Hamilton, the attraction to his best friend's little sister...

The World Bank's Hypocrisy Trap: A Critical Examination Catherine Weaver explores the complexities of hypocrisy in international organizations, using the World Bank as her case study. She delves into...

The World Bank: A Comprehensive OverviewThis concise and accessible book provides a thorough examination of the World Bank's history, development, structure, functionality, and activities. Through a...

The IMF, the World Bank and the WTO: A Triumvirate of Global Governance The global economy is dominated by a trio of powerful institutions: the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank, and...

This guide to investment banking provides an in-depth look at how the world really works in this sector. Published by Guy Fox Publishing in 2009, it offers valuable insights into the inner workings...

This book explores the governance of the Bretton Woods institutions and proposes reforms to enhance the participation of developing countries in resolving global economic problems.By examining...

Joseph Banks and the British Museum: The World of Collecting 1770-1830This book explores the early history of collections at the British Museum, focusing on the extraordinary career of Joseph Banks...

Beyond the World Bank Agenda: An Institutional Approach to Development by Howard Stein. The international financial institutions' efforts to combat poverty have been largely unsuccessful. Despite...

This 2020 publication examines two World Bank agricultural development projects in southeast Nigeria and their impact on rural poverty and indigenous capacity for rural development.The author argues...

Banking for a Better World explores the role of development banking in addressing global challenges such as inequality and climate change. Drawing on 45 years of experience, the authors argue that...

The Globalizers: The IMF, the World Bank, and Their Borrowers by Ngaire Woods This book takes readers inside the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, two institutions that have shaped the...

The World Bank's relationship with India is complex and multifaceted. As the largest borrower from the Bank, India has been driving changes in its assistance strategy, shifting the focus towards...

Tower of Basel is the first investigative history of the world's most secretive global financial institution. The Bank for International Settlements (BIS), created in 1930, is a central bankers' own...

Discover how one bank transformed its business by embracing digitalization and creating better customer experiences.This strategic guide tells the story of DBS Bank's journey to becoming the world's...

Joseph Banks and His Collectors: an Adventurous History of Botany Botany was a powerhouse in the eighteenth century, driving innovation across Europe's industry, medicine, eating and drinking habits,...

This unconventional guide to the world of economics reveals the surprising truth behind everyday phenomena. Renowned economists Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner share their unique perspective...

The Piano Shop on the Left Bank: A Journey into the Heart of Music Tucked away in a Parisian street, a mysterious piano repair shop beckons. For T. E. Carhart, a chance encounter with this enigmatic...

Behind the Development Banks: Washington Politics, World Poverty, and the Wealth of Nations by Sarah Babb explores how American politics influences multilateral development banks. Over three decades,...

Joseph Banks and His Collectors: an Adventurous History of Botany Botany was at the forefront of 18th-century Europe, with European ships bringing back bounties of new plants from across the...

The Struggle for Accountability: The World Bank, NGOs, and Grassroots Movements By Jonathan A. Fox and L. David Brown MIT Press, 1998 This book assesses the efforts of non-governmental organizations...

This illustrated handbook provides hundreds of tips on collecting bank notes and bank checks for maximum enjoyment. With over 25 years of professional expertise, Alan Ackroyd shares his knowledge to...

Central Banks and Gold: How Tokyo, London, and New York Shaped the Modern World The history of global finance is marked by unprecedented credit bubbles in Tokyo, London, and New York. Central bankers...

The future of banking is already here. Bank 4.0 explores the radical transformation taking place in the industry and its logical conclusion. This final volume in Brett King's BANK series examines the...

This extraordinary collection celebrates the worldbuilding of Iain M. Banks, a writer of immense influence in modern science fiction. Faithfully reproduced from notebooks he kept in the 1970s and...

Communities of Practice at the World Bank: Breaking Knowledge Silos to Catalyze Culture Change and Organizational TransformationThis book offers practical examples that can be applied in other large...

Sir Joseph Banks: A Life of Discovery and Influence This engaging biography restores Sir Joseph Banks to his rightful place in history as a leading figure of the English Enlightenment. Toby...

Dark Matter Credit reveals how credit networks in France enabled European growth before the advent of banking. Contrary to common assumptions, this extensive private network outcompeted banks and...

The Bank by Bentley Little is a dark and unsettling novel that explores the darker side of the banking industry. In the small town of Montgomery, Arizona, a mysterious bank appears overnight,...

Undercover in the world of drug barons and dirty bankers, Robert Mazur spent five years infiltrating Colombia's criminal hierarchy. He was known as Bob Musella, a wealthy, mob-connected big shot...

Banks are an integral part of our lives, helping us save and spend. However, for many, they represent the darker side of finance. Recent years have seen a personal banking crisis, with poor service,...

Retail Banking provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of banking in today's financial services industry. As banks face increasing pressures from economic, environmental, and...

Globalization and the Crucible of Global Banking by Patrick M. Wood is a thought-provoking analysis of the interconnected world of global banking. Since at least 1973, the engine of globalization has...

Investment Banking For Dummies, 2nd Edition provides a comprehensive understanding of the investment banking industry. Written in a straightforward and approachable tone, this book covers crucial...

Banking's Final Exam: Stress Testing and Bank-capital ReformThe stress tests administered to large financial institutions have become a cornerstone of banking supervision worldwide. However, one of...

Our money system is based on a toxic legacy from a time when grand-scale theft was glorified. Today, we need to move beyond this system that allows and encourages destructive tendencies. Researcher...

Rethinking World Bank Influence: Governance Reforms and the Ritual Aid Dance in Indonesia This book provides an answer to the question of why international development organizations struggle to...

The Quotation Bank: The Duchess of Malfi by Heidi Esse PublishingThis collection features a selection of quotes from the play, presented in a concise and accessible format.Perfect for those...

The Alchemists Inside the Secret World of Central Bankers by Neil Irwin In August 2007, three men who had never been elected to public office became the most powerful figures in the world. Ben...

The Rationale of Central Banking and the Free Banking Alternative by Vera Constance SmithThis scholarly review assesses the experience and theory behind central banking and free banking, identifying...

The Rationale of Central Banking and the Free Banking Alternative by Vera C. Smith This scholarly review assesses the experience and theory behind central banking and free banking, identifying...

Swimming with Sharks: Inside the World of Banking In 2011, investigative journalist Joris Luyendijk embarked on an unusual assignment - to explore the world of banking. Over two years, he spoke to...

Central Bank Digital Currencies: The Future of Money by Michael Lloyd The rise of digital stablecoins and declining cash usage is prompting central banks worldwide to explore their own digital...

Banking on Markets: The Transformation of Bank-state Ties in Europe and Beyond by Rachel A. Epstein explores how the traditional ties between states and banks have changed in Europe, with significant...

Palestine Is Throwing a Party and the Whole World Is InvitedBy examining the 2008 Palestine Investment Conference, Kareem Rabie reveals how international investors and Palestinian leaders...

A young woman's body is discovered wrapped in a sleeping bag at an outdoor rock concert in Yorkshire in 1969. The victim has been brutally murdered. Detective Stanley Chadwick, a veteran of the...

The Digital Banking Revolution: How Fintech Companies are Transforming Retail Banking A new era in banking has emerged, driven by innovative financial technologies and the rapid rise of fintech...

The world's central banks have faced numerous crises in recent years, often caught off guard and forced to respond quickly. In "The Central Bank as Crisis Manager", Patrick Honohan argues that...

The banking and financial industry is undergoing more disruption in the next decade than it has in the past 100 years. Breaking Banks: The Innovators, Rogues, and Strategists Rebooting Banking...

Sir Joseph Banks was a trailblazing scientist and adventurer who left an indelible mark on the world of botany. His groundbreaking discoveries in the South Pacific, New Zealand, and Australia helped...

Collusion: How Central Bankers Rigged the WorldNomi Prins' searing exposé reveals how the 2007-2008 financial crisis turbo-boosted the influence of central bankers, triggering a massive shift in the...

Verdun: The Left Bank offers a fresh perspective on one of the most pivotal battles of World War I. This in-depth study explores the background to the Battle of Verdun and delves into the first three...

Bank Investing: A Practitioner's Field Guide offers a comprehensive toolkit for becoming a successful bank investor. By combining practical lessons, theoretical knowledge, and historical context,...

Designing Central Banks explores how central banks evolved and their role in shaping economies. This collection of papers examines key themes, including independence, governance, and the benefits of...

Priests of Prosperity: How Central Bankers Transformed the Postcommunist WorldJuliet Johnson's in-depth exploration of the postcommunist central banking world reveals how Western-style monetary...

Dave Fishwick's story is one of determination and defiance. Frustrated with the banks' reputation for greed and corruption, he sets out to prove that there's a better way by opening his own bank...

Retail Banking provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of banking in the modern financial services industry. It covers all aspects of banking, including regulatory, social,...

The Image Bank: A Retrospective of Mail Art Collective. First established in 1970 by artists Michael Morris, Vincent Trasov and Gary Lee-Nova, the Canadian Image Bank collective was a pioneering...

Explore the world of Outer Banks with this official guide to the hit Netflix series. This deluxe, full-color collectable edition features a removable jacket and is packed with exclusive content,...

Silicon Valley Bank: A Community Bank for Tech Xuan-Thao Nguyen's book provides a first-hand account of the founding and rise of Silicon Valley Bank, from its humble beginnings in 1982 to its...

Banking, Lending and Real Estate explores the complex relationship between banking and real estate, revealing how banks can harness their exposure to real estate to create positive effects throughout...

The Quotation Bank Blood Brothers GCSE Revision and Study Guide for English Literature 9-1 provides comprehensive support for students preparing for their GCSE English Literature 9-1 exams. Focusing...

Learn the basics of managing your money with Bank Accounts & Borrowing Money. This accessible guide introduces you to the world of banking and helps you understand how banks work, what bank...

America's economy is in shambles, its citizens are terrified and dissatisfied. Could the collapse of the nation's economy have been planned by a secret elite one hundred years ago? The New World...

The Public Bank Solution From Austerity to Prosperity by Ellen Hodgson Brown explores an alternative approach to banking that prioritises public interest over private profit. In this system, banks...

Understanding the financial management of a commercial bank is crucial for any institution looking to navigate the complex world of assets and liabilities. This book provides a comprehensive guide to...

Bank Performance: A Theoretical and Empirical Framework for the Analysis of Profitability, Competition and Efficiency by Jacob Bikker and Jaap W. B. Bos. This comprehensive analysis provides an...

The Bank Investor's Handbook by Nathan Tobik and Kenneth Yellen provides a foundation for understanding banks and their role in an investor's portfolio. Banks are often misunderstood, with...

Discover the future of banking with Paolo Sironi's insightful new resource on Contextual and Conscious Banking. This book explores how platform theory will transform the financial services industry,...

Stanley Weyman's Ovington's Bank is a gripping tale of tension and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of a private bank's run in 1825. As the plot unfolds, the protagonists are forced to...

Detective Superintendent Alan Banks and his team are called to investigate the murder of property developer Connor Clive Blaydon. The case takes an unexpected turn when they discover a cache of...

Transactional Innovation in Banking: Real Stories of Success Discover how leading banks from around the world have successfully innovated and transformed their businesses. This book presents case...

Bank Job is a gripping story about two filmmakers who take a bold step to challenge the financial system. Hilary Powell and Dan Edelstyn's project aims to cancel over £1m of high-interest debt from...

The World's Banker: A Story of Failed States, Financial Crises and the Wealth and Poverty of Nations by Sebastian Mallaby. In 1995, James Wolfensohn took the reins as president of the World Bank,...

Banking in Crisis: The Rise and Fall of British Banking Stability, 1800 to the PresentThis book explores the long-run evolution of bank regulation and the factors that underpin banking stability. It...

Principles of Banking Regulation by Kern Alexander provides a comprehensive analysis of the main principles and rules of banking regulation in the post-crisis regulatory reform era. This textbook...

The Hoare Banking Dynasty: A History of Family and Fortune. For over three centuries, the Hoare family has maintained control of their London-based bank, adapting to changing circumstances while...

Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks is drawn into a sinister world of crime in this gripping police procedural. Recently relocated from London, he finds that life in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales...

Alyssa Sheinmel's original novel is based on the hit Netflix series Outer Banks, bringing the high-stakes adventure to the page. When spring break arrives, JJ and John B plan a fishing trip to the...

The ABCs of Investment Banking is a fun and simple introduction to the fast-paced world of finance. Written by a former investment banker and his friends, this book is a lighthearted guide to the...

Offshore banking is often misunderstood as a secretive and exclusive world. In reality, it's about understanding the basics of international banking. This book provides a straightforward guide to...

Cold Is the Grave is a pulse-pounding tale of suspense and intrigue. When a young girl runs away, DCI Banks is pulled into a perilous world to find her, but the case takes a deadly turn when a series...

Iain M. Banks: A Study in Contrasts Paul Kincaid's study of Iain M. Banks offers new insights into the science fiction author's unique blend of techniques and sensibilities. By examining both his...

The Evolution of Central Banks by Charles Goodhart This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the development and role of central banks in regulating commercial banking systems. Goodhart examines...

Understanding Central Banks by Nils Herger provides clear answers to key questions about central banks and their role in modern economies. What influence do they wield over the financial system, and...

Brian Long's humorous poems are a treat to read. In "Doggerel Bank Comic Verses and Other Nonsense", he shares his lighthearted and amusing verse with you. With 46 pages of entertaining poetry, this...

Helping People Help Themselves challenges conventional approaches to development assistance. David Ellerman argues that the best strategy for development is to reduce external help, shifting...

The Praying Bank by Stephen Morgan In today's fast-paced world, prayer can be a challenging habit to cultivate. However, it is an essential tool for building a close relationship with God and...

The Monetary Turning Point: From Bank Money to Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) The monetary system is undergoing a significant transformation. As countries consider rolling out Central Bank...

The Mystery of Banking (Large Print Edition) Murray Rothbard's extraordinary book unravels the mystery of banking, exploring what constitutes legitimate enterprise and how government-backed systems...

Harold James examines the transformation of the Bank of England into a modern inflation-targeting independent central bank. This authoritative guide explores how the institution adapted to a newly...

Sovereign Risk Analysis provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the complexities of sovereign lending. By examining both the demand and supply of sovereign loans, this book sheds light...

The Old Bank House by Angela Thirkell is a charming novel that explores the complexities of life in rural England after the outbreak of peace. When self-made MP Sam Adams buys the beloved Old Bank...

Dictionary of Banking and Finance Over 9,000 Terms Clearly Defined by Peter Hodgson Collin provides comprehensive coverage of terms used in banking and finance. It is aimed at professionals working...

The Endeavour Journal of Sir Joseph Banks is a personal account of the naturalist's experiences during Captain James Cook's first voyage to Australia and New Zealand.Written by Sir Joseph Banks...

Joseph Banks: A Life by Patrick O'Brian is a compelling narrative history that brings to life one of history's most legendary maritime explorers. This biography reveals Joseph Banks, co-founder of...

Banks are of central importance for economic growth and financial stability. The banking industry's investment played a key role in enhancing national economic growth in the early 21st century, but...

Central Banks in Organizational Networks Entangled Market Actors explores the complex relationships between central banks and financial market participants, challenging common assumptions about...

Blackburn's hidden story is revealed in this powerful collection of photographs and poetry. Craig Easton spent years capturing the lives of residents in an area known as Bank Top, using a...

Gentlemen Bankers: The World of J. P. Morgan delves into the intricate social and economic networks that enabled one of America's most influential financiers to thrive. At the turn of the twentieth...

The Mayfair Bank Job is a gripping fictional retelling of a real-life bank heist that took place in the heart of London's affluent Mayfair district in the 1970s.Set against the backdrop of this...