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It's Not Yet Dark
by Simon Fitzmaurice'If you are hungry for truth and beauty, read this book' Roisin Ingle, The Irish Times'A demonstration of a will to live that is breathtaking ... a work of documentary poetry ... an extraordinary read' The Herald'An unforgettable read about what it means to be alive' Woman's Way'The world "inspirational" is over-used, but if ever a book deserved this epithet, this is it' Sunday Independent'Sparsely and beautifully written .. the human spirit and will to live shines out of these pages' Irish IndependentA No.1 bestseller, It's Not Yet Dark is an unforgettable book about relationships and family, about what connects and separates us as people and, ultimately, about what it means to be alive.In 2008, Simon Fitzmaurice was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (mnd). He was given four years to live. In 2010, in a state of lung-function collapse, Simon knew with crystal clarity that now was not his time to die. Against all prevailing medical opinion, he chose to ventilate in order to stay alive.Here, the young filmmaker, a husband and father of five small children draws us deeply into his inner world. Written using an eye-gaze computer and told in simply expressed and beautifully stark prose, the result is an astonishing journey into a life which, though brutally compromised, is lived more fully and in the moment than most, revealing at its core the power of love its most potent.
The Houseshare: Uplifting summer fiction about love, friendship and secrets between neighbours
by Fiona O'Brien'One of the smartest writers of popular fiction around' Irish IndependentWhat's a few secrets between neighbours?Number 24 Ulysses Crescent is an elegant three-storey mansion overlooking the beautiful Dublin Bay. Converted into luxurious seaview apartments, it's now home to a close-knit group of tenants.There's former style icon Evelyn; enigmatic sculptor Mike; hopeless romantic and café-owner Nessa; and Bruce and Stella, recently separated and now co-parenting their toddler from separate flats.Then there's Morah, the caretaker, who keeps a watchful eye on everyone - especially, for reasons only known to herself, the irrepressible Evelyn.When Evelyn's granddaughter Truth, a high-flying London lawyer, arrives for the summer, the residents are eager to get to know her - some more than others. But as the summer progresses, it turns out that Truth is hiding a secret and she's not the only one . . .
One Wish
by Maria DuffyWhen her daughter finally starts asking questions about her father, Becky goes in search of answers - but nothing could prepare her for what she discovers...A heartfelt, uplifting story of second chances and new beginnings.Becky is used to her young daughter asking tricky questions, but lately Lilly has become fascinated by one in particular - why she doesn't have a father. And Becky realises that it's not a subject she can ignore for much longer.What Becky remembers about Lilly's dad would fit on a Post-it: his name is Dennis, he's a successful property developer - and he doesn't know he has a daughter. And when she finally locates him, he's not at all what she expected.Dennis might not be everyone's idea of the perfect dad. But as Becky gets to know him, she begins to wonder if she was wrong not to let him into Lilly's life before now. And she can't help but think about her own family, the people she left far behind.Is it ever too late to change your mind, and welcome someone from your past into your present?
Beyond the Tape: The Life and Many Deaths of a State Pathologist
by Marie CassidyThe Number One bestselling memoir from Ireland's former state pathologistIn 1997, Dr Marie Cassidy arrived in Dublin from Glasgow. There to discuss a possible deputy state pathologist post with Professor John Harbison, instead she was whisked by police escort to a Grangegorman murder scene. There was no turning back.She became Ireland's State Pathologist from 2004 until 2018, her image synonymous with breaking news of high-profile cases - a trusted figure in turbulent times.Here, with the scalpel-like precision and calm authority of her trade, Marie shares her remarkable personal journey from working-class Scotland into the world of forensic pathology, describing in candid detail the intricate processes central to solving modern crime.She recounts her work following the tragic deaths of Rachel O'Reilly, Siobhan Kearney, Robert Holohan, Tom O'Gorman and others - along with the Stardust exhumations and lesser known cases from her long career - outlining the subtle methods by which pathology and the justice system meet.Beyond the Tape is a unique behind-the-scenes journey into the mysteries of unexplained and sudden death - by turns poignant, stark and deeply compelling.
In Search of Us
by Maria DuffyFrom bestselling author Maria Duffy, In Search of Us is a story about sisters, friendship and bonds that never break.Twin sisters Ronnie and Elizabeth couldn't be more different.Happily living with her boyfriend Al, Ronnie loves her job in an antique jewellery shop - the only thing that's missing is the baby she's desperate to have.While wealthy, glamorous Elizabeth, owner of a thriving recruitment company in Dublin, is married to the equally successful Nathan - having a baby couldn't be further down her list of priorities.But when their mother Belinda passes away, she reveals a secret about the twins' father which changes everything. As Ronnie and Elizabeth travels to New York to find out more about the man they never knew, it turns out that their mother has a few more surprises in store for them. Will the sisters finally discover that they have more in common than they think?
A Little Badness: An irresistible and wildly romantic saga
by Josephine CoxNo.1 bestselling writer Josephine Cox is 'hailed quite rightly as a gifted writer in the tradition of Catherine Cookson' (Manchester Evening News). A Little Badness is a compelling story of love and family, perfect for fans of Lyn Andrews and Rosie Goodwin.Rita Blackthorn's heart was barren and hard. In all of her life she had never truly loved. But she had hated. Beneath the loving gaze of her daughter's soft green eyes, her heart swelled with dark and dangerous emotions.Young Cathy Blackthorn has never experienced any loving response from her mother; it is her beloved aunt Margaret, with a heart as big and warm as the summer sky, who has been more of a mother than her own could ever be. And when Cathy's father Frank Blackthorn brings home a London street urchin and announces this will be the son he and Rita have never had, Cathy despairs of ever winning her parents' love. Cathy is a generous soul, though, and tries to give the young lad a chance to prove himself but, unlike her best friend, David Leyton, something about him makes her more than uneasy . . .
The Doll's House (A Dr Kate Pearson novel #2)
by Louise Phillips**Winner of Crime Fiction Book of the Year Award (BGE Irish Book Awards 2013)**The past is waiting...Thirty-five years ago Adrian Hamilton drowned. At the time his death was deemed a tragic accident but the exact circumstances remain a mystery. His daughter Clodagh now visits a hypnotherapist in an attempt to come to terms with her past, and her father's death. As disturbing childhood memories are unleashed, memories of another tragedy begin to come to light.Meanwhile criminal psychologist Dr Kate Pearson is called to assist in a murder investigation after a body is found in a Dublin canal. And when Kate digs beneath the surface of the killing, she discovers a sinister connection to the Hamilton family.Time is running out for Clodagh and Kate.And the killer has already chosen his next victim . . .
If Only: One milestone birthday, two little words, a lifetime of possibilities
by Melanie MurphyErin wants a fresh start.With her thirtieth birthday coming up, she's taken a long hard look at her life (the job she hates, the wedding she just cancelled) and concluded that it's basically a mess.If only she knew where to begin.A trip to her hometown in Ireland to visit her beloved grandmother is a welcome escape from her disappointments. But, there, Erin also finds an unexpected solution to her problems, in the form of a magical family heirloom. No more of the 'what ifs' she's been tormenting herself with -- now all she needs to do is whisper two little words and she'll be able to see for herself what might have been, had she chosen a different path.But as Erin gets caught up in one 'if only' after another, changing her life proves more complicated than expected. And she starts to realise that, by chasing dreams and searching for an easy fix, she might be missing out on what's right in front of her...
A Winter to Remember: A cosy, festive page-turner from the bestselling author of It's That Time of Year
by Roisin Meaney'Heart-warming and unputdownable' Carmel HarringtonEmily loves the festive season. This year she's hosting a special Christmas lunch at her restaurant to celebrate with family and friends. But as the big day draws near, her plans begin to unravel ...Emily and her partner Bill are happily raising his grandson Pip when Bill's troubled daughter Christine turns up out of the blue. She wants to pick up the pieces of her life, and to reclaim her son. Can Emily give up the boy she's come to love as her own? And how can she ask Bill to choose between the two women he loves?Emily's best friend Heather is also dealing with unexpected arrivals: the mother she left behind as a teenager, who now needs her help, and a man she thought she'd never see again. But Heather wonders if these reunions will heal past wounds, or only disrupt the happiness she has now.As Emily and Heather's lives become more and more complicated, will they find their way back to happiness and the people they love in time for Christmas Day?What readers are saying about A Winter to Remember:'Beautiful ... it totally enchanted me''Heart-warming ... a cosy story to keep you smiling''A lovely wintery, festive read''Cosy and heart-warming''Gorgeous ... a must read, particularly for autumn and winter days''A perfect Christmas read''There is something magical about festive books and this one is no exception'
Beginners' Vietnamese: Learn faster. Remember more.
by Dana HealyLearn to speak, read and understand Vietnamese! Love, Travel, Study, Work, Friendship—whatever your reason for wanting to learn, Beginners&’ Vietnamese will help you to: Communicate naturally in everyday situations. Build your confidence with easy-to-follow explanations and plenty of practice activities. Understand and pronounce Vietnamese easily with online audio. Remember what you learn with our effective Discovery Method. Focus your learning and track your progress with practical tools and planners. Access the audio for this course for free by downloading it to the Teach Yourself Library app or streaming it on library.teachyourself.com. Is this course for me? Beginners' Vietnamese is for absolute beginners and those who&’ve had some previous experience with the language and want to refresh their knowledge. Clear and simple explanations make the course appropriate and accessible to anyone learning Vietnamese. There are extensive illustrations and tools to help you plan your studies and track your progress, all designed to support learning on your own. This course is also ideal to use with one-to-one tutoring and as a classroom course, and it&’s the perfect resource to pair with a language-learning app. Where do I go next? Continue learning with Teach Yourself Complete Vietnamese. Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 85 years.
Beginners' Arabic: Learn faster. Remember more.
by Mairi Smart Frances AltorferLearn to speak, read and understand Arabic! Love, Travel, Study, Work, Friendship—whatever your reason for wanting to learn, Beginners&’ Arabic will help you to: Communicate naturally in everyday situations. Build your confidence with easy-to-follow explanations and plenty of practice activities. Understand and pronounce Arabic easily with online audio. Remember what you learn with our effective Discovery Method. Focus your learning and track your progress with practical tools and planners. Access the audio for this course for free by downloading it to the Teach Yourself Library app or streaming it on library.teachyourself.com. Is this course for me? Beginners' Arabic is for absolute beginners and those who&’ve had some previous experience with the language and want to refresh their knowledge. Clear and simple explanations make the course appropriate and accessible to anyone learning Arabic. There are extensive illustrations and tools to help you plan your studies and track your progress, all designed to support learning on your own. This course is also ideal to use with one-to-one tutoring and as a classroom course, and it&’s the perfect resource to pair with a language-learning app. Where do I go next? Continue learning with Teach Yourself Complete Arabic and Arabic Script Hacking. Have some fun with our Short Stories in Arabic for Intermediate Learners by Olly Richards'. Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 85 years.
Beginners' Latin: Learn faster. Remember more.
by GDA SharpleyBeginners' Latin is the course to follow if you are taking your first steps in Latin, whether classical or medieval. Follow a Latin story set in a medieval monastery, where conspiracy unfolds in the cloisters, Vikings threaten to attack, and young lovers set out to unmask the villains. And discover the principal authors of classical Latin and read quotations from their writings. The free audio for this course is available to download to the Teach Yourself Library app, or to stream on library.teachyourself.com. The audio contains readings of the story and of the classical authors (you will learn the grammar and vocabulary in the book, not in the audio). All the Latin we are left with now are seemingly lifeless letters on a page or in stone. In its day Latin was a language to be heard: readings in the ancient world were recitals and performances - poems, speeches, histories even. So while you may not need the audio to learn the ABC of the language, you do if you want to experience and enjoy Latin to the full. And how do we know how it sounded? Find out inside. The ideal course to learn Latin if you're a beginner, this new edition includes: - An introduction to classical Latin authors - ancient writers like Cicero, Ovid and Virgil - A medieval story: a Latin 'whodunnit' - practising each new point of language - Grammatical explanations and vocabulary support in each unit - Lots of exercises - to practise each new point of language - Discover how Latin evolved through the centuries - and its immense impact on English - Listen to the story and the classical authors on audio - to experience the sound of LatinAccess the audio for this course for free by downloading it to the Teach Yourself Library app or streaming it on library.teachyourself.com. Where do I go next? Continue learning with Teach Yourself Complete Latin. Love, Travel, Study, Work, Friendship - whatever your reason for wanting to learn a new language, Teach Yourself provides the tools you need. We'll help you discover how the language works, so you absorb the rules faster, remember what you learn more easily, and use your new skills with confidence. Choose from over 70 languages - and Teach Yourself today!Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 85 years.
The House on Seaview Road
by Alison WalshThe House on Seaview Road is a story about first love, growing up and about the enduring bonds of sisterhood. Perfect reading for fans of Joanna Trollope and Maggie O'Farrell.Marie Stephenson has decided that it's her last summer in Seaview - just a few months left before she can break free of her suburban home, go out into the world and make her mark. If only it weren't for the promise she made to her dying mother. This promise, to look after her younger sister, is one she has always kept, even though Marie sometimes feels that the cosseted Grainne doesn't deserve it.But then the sudden appearance of intense, rebellious Con on Seaview Beach one afternoon changes everything.As her innocence comes to a sudden and shocking end, Marie must make some choices about her future.But will she find the courage to become the woman she was meant to be?
Knowledge Lost: A New View of Early Modern Intellectual History
by Professor Martin MulsowA compelling alternative account of the history of knowledge from the Renaissance to the EnlightenmentUntil now the history of knowledge has largely been about formal and documented accumulation, concentrating on systems, collections, academies, and institutions. The central narrative has been one of advancement, refinement, and expansion. Martin Mulsow tells a different story. Knowledge can be lost: manuscripts are burned, oral learning dies with its bearers, new ideas are suppressed by censors. Knowledge Lost is a history of efforts, from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment, to counter such loss. It describes how critics of ruling political and religious regimes developed tactics to preserve their views; how they buried their ideas in footnotes and allusions; how they circulated their tracts and treatises in handwritten copies; and how they commissioned younger scholars to spread their writings after death.Filled with exciting stories, Knowledge Lost follows the trail of precarious knowledge through a series of richly detailed episodes. It deals not with the major themes of metaphysics and epistemology, but rather with interpretations of the Bible, Orientalism, and such marginal zones as magic. And it focuses not on the usual major thinkers, but rather on forgotten or half-forgotten members of the &“knowledge underclass,&” such as Pietro della Vecchia, a libertine painter and intellectual; Charles-César Baudelot, an antiquarian and numismatist; and Johann Christoph Wolf, a pastor, Hebrew scholar, and witness to the persecution of heretics.Offering a fascinating new approach to the intellectual history of early modern Europe, Knowledge Lost is also an ambitious attempt to rethink the very concept of knowledge.
Social Science Part-1 class 6 - Karnataka Board
by Karnataka Textbook SocietyThe Social Science Part 1 – Class 6 textbook by the Karnataka Textbook Society offers an engaging and foundational overview of India’s historical, civic, and geographical heritage for young learners. Revised in 2024 to align with NCF 2005 and KCF 2007, the book adopts a child-centric and activity-based approach. The history section introduces students to prehistory, India’s cultural values, and Karnataka’s regional diversity. Lessons highlight India’s contributions to mathematics, science, and religion, and promote values such as non-violence and religious tolerance. The civics portion emphasizes responsible citizenship, constitutional values, and the types of government. Geography lessons build map-reading skills and explore the Earth’s major landforms. The textbook is thoughtfully structured to reduce rote learning, encourage curiosity, and support inclusivity. Special attention is given to integrating visuals, timelines, and activities to promote critical thinking, local relevance, and holistic development.
The Secrets of the Wild Wood
by Tonke DragtA stunning gift edition of the Sunday Times and Telegraph Children&’s Book of the Year—the &“action-packed&” sequel to The Letter for the King (Daily Mail) Young Sir Tiuri searches for a missing knight in the perilous, magical forest of the Wild Wood—where discerning friend from foe is no easy task . . . One of the King&’s most trusted knights has vanished in the snow, so young Sir Tiuri and his best friend Piak must journey into the shadowy heart of the forest to find him. The Wild Wood is a place of mysteries, rumors and whispered tales. A place of lost cities, ancient curses, robbers, princesses, and Men in Green. As the darkness surrounds him and reports grow of secret plots and ruthless enemies, Tiuri finds himself alone and fighting for survival—caught in a world where good and evil wear the same face, and the wrong move could cost him his life.
Advanced Management Information Systems: Models, Concepts and Cases (Progress in IS)
by Bernd SchenkThis is a textbook for advanced courses on Management Information Systems (MIS). It bridges the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical applications, offering insights into both foundational principles and emerging trends. Covering topics such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, enterprise architecture, and information systems governance, the book explores the multifaceted nature of MIS and its transformative impact on modern organizations. Each chapter integrates foundational IS research with the latest insights, applying these to case studies to ensure both relevance and academic rigor. Topics include business-IT alignment, data-driven decision-making, and the ethical challenges of managing information systems in today&’s complex, interconnected world. Through a combination of theoretical models, practical frameworks, and real-world examples, this book equips readers with the tools needed to navigate the evolving MIS landscape. The book is designed for advanced learners, building upon foundational MIS concepts to provide deeper insights into the field. It is particularly valuable for students pursuing a bachelor&’s degree in Information Systems or related disciplines, as well as for those enrolled in master&’s programs focused on IS. Additionally, professionals looking to enhance their expertise will find this book a useful resource. Since it does not cover introductory topics in detail, a basic understanding of the field of information systems is recommended for fully engaging with the material.
Mental Health, Neurodiversity, and Criminal Justice: A Guide for Students and Practitioners
by Melanie Clark MogaveroThis book is a critical and thorough examination of the relationship between the criminal justice and mental health systems. The chapters cover a wide range of populations, focusing on those with neurodevelopmental disabilities, specifically autism and intellectual disability, mental illnesses such as post-traumatic stress disorder and schizophrenia, substance use disorders, and juveniles. This book covers the entire criminal justice process from initial contact, police questioning, the court system, community and custodial correctional systems, and the forensic mental health system. Specific topics addressed include community interactions and crisis intervention, comprehension of Miranda warnings, competency to stand trial, eyewitness identification procedures, admissibility of expert testimony, defenses of legal responsibility, community corrections, and ethical concerns with incarceration and eligibility for capital punishment. This book also covers the history and development of the criminal justice, juvenile justice, and mental health systems to contextualize modern-day policies and practices. With student-friendly features, current terminology, inclusive language, and key findings for criminal justice practitioners, this book serves as both a textbook and extensive reference for courses and for those seeking to learn more about these diverse populations and to have a positive impact. The content has international implications.
Biology of Algae, Lichens and Bryophytes
by Wolfram Beyschlag Burkhard Büdel Thomas FriedlAs a reader of this book you will become familiar with current, up-to-date comprehensive knowledge about all classes of eukaryotic algae, the cyanobacteria, and symbiotic interactions of algae and cyanobacteria with other organisms. For example, the lichens are symbiotic consortia and a prominent example of a particularly successful ‘evolution by cooperation’. We expand even to the beginnings of terrestrial plant life and the bryophytes, which are gradually transmitting to the vascular plants. We collectively call this enormous phylogenetic wealth of photoautotrophic organisms the ‘new cryptogams’, abandoning the traditional definition of cryptogams. The new cryptogams are all those autotrophic organisms that share being hydro-passive, meaning that they are unable of controlling water uptake or release, in contrast to vascular plants. While being basal of and phylogenetically much more diverse than the vascular plants, the new cryptogams are ecologically highly relevant in all ecosystems of our Planet. They are responsible for more than half of the Earth’s annual oxygen production.
Epistemic Life in the Polis: Ancient Insights into Contemporary Issues
by Marcelo D. Boeri Leandro De BrasiThis book shows the interesting connections within political epistemology that can be established between ancient approaches and contemporary ones. It stems from the conviction that ancient thought can be brought into discussion with contemporary views. Although the book is not intended as an exegetical work, the authors offer detailed interpretations of ancient philosophers while taking into consideration recent specialized discussions in the scholarship with a focus mainly on the systematic aspects of those philosophers rather than on the historical ones. By exploiting insights of Ancient Greek philosophers, and providing an examination of certain intellectual attitudes and virtues that have both an ethical-political and epistemic dimension, the reader will better understand contemporary issues within political epistemology.
Statistics for Innovation I: SIS 2025, Short Papers, Plenary, Specialized, and Solicited Sessions (Italian Statistical Society Series on Advances in Statistics)
by Enrico Di Bella Vincenzo Gioia Corrado Lagazio Susanna ZaccarinThis book presents peer-reviewed short papers on methodological and applied statistical research presented at the Italian Statistical Society&’s international conference on &“Statistics for Innovation&”, SIS 2025, held in Genoa, Italy, June 16-18, 2025. It is the first of four volumes, featuring invited contributions presented in the Plenary, Specialized and Solicited Sessions. Providing a comprehensive overview of innovations in modern statistical methods and applications, the volumes address a large number of topics of current interest, contributing to a rapid dissemination of quantitative methods for data analysis across the various fields of scientific research and social life. The volumes underpin the role of statistics and data science in fostering innovation in numerous fields, including business, industry, finance, technology, environment, health and medicine, official statistics, public policy, welfare, social issues and sustainable development. One of the aims of the Italian Statistical Society (SIS) is to promote scientific activities for the development of statistical sciences. Together with the biennial international Scientific Meeting, the intermediate international statistical conferences on a particular topic of interest represent the Society&’s most important events which bring together national and international researchers and professionals to exchange ideas and discuss recent advances and developments in theoretical and applied statistics.
New Developments of Newton-Type Iterations for Solving Nonlinear Problems (Mathematical Engineering)
by Tugal Zhanlav Ochbadrakh ChuluunbaatarThis comprehensive book delves into the intricacies of Newton-type methods for nonlinear equations, offering insights into their convergence, accelerations, and extensions. Divided into three parts, the book explores higher-order iterations for nonlinear equations and their systems, and their applications in linear algebra and some nonlinear problems of theoretical physics. Emphasizing the pivotal role of iteration parameters in shaping convergence and expanding the domain, the authors draw from their extensive collaborative research to systematically compile and elucidate these findings. Catering to readers, graduate students, and researchers in applied mathematics, numerical analysis, and related disciplines, this book serves as a valuable resource, synthesizing decades of research to advance understanding and practical application in the field
Four-Dimension Development Theory of Urban Agriculture
by Qiang Li Hao Xu Yan Gao Pei Zhou Zhengwei CaoThis book provides a detailed study of urban agricultural development. It establishes a comprehensive evaluation system for urban agriculture and accurately grasps the development level and status of urban agriculture, to provide action guidelines for decision-making bodies in urban agriculture. This book is intended for graduate students who are interested in the development of urban agriculture and researchers studying the field of urban agriculture.
The Bird and the Cage: China’s Economic Contradictions
by Nicholas BorstThe Chinese Communist Party&’s complex and contradictory embrace of capitalism has played a pivotal role in shaping China&’s economic reforms since the late 1970s. This book explores the persistent tensions between state control and market forces in China. It shows how these tensions provide a framework to understand Xi Jinping&’s recent efforts to tighten control over the Chinese economy. The book evaluates the broader implications of these policies for China&’s economic trajectory and its global trade relationships.
War and Diplomacy in Modern Japan: Prime Minister Kōki Hirota and His Times
by Ryuji HattoriThis open access book examines the life and work of Koki Hirota, who served as Japan's foreign minister and prime minister from 1933 to 1938 - the period that saw the final Japanese diplomatic attempts at achieving a modus vivendi with China before the outbreak of the Second Sino-Japanese War. It looks at the failed attempts to prevent that war from evolving into a protracted conflict. Hirota's actions and inactions during this time resulted in a death sentence at the Tokyo Trials following the end of the Second World War, making him the only civilian official to meet such a fate. Hirota is seen as a martyr-like figure in Japan, but this book counters this public image by showing how, despite initially championing a cooperative relationship with China as foreign and prime minister, he continually acquiesced to the military's demands before being swept away by the rise of populist politics that followed early Japanese success in the Second Sino-Japanese War. As the first biography of Hirota to be published in English, this book provides an in-depth account of Sino-Japanese relations and Japanese diplomacy during this critical period and examines the ultimate failure of the civilian government to check the adventurism of the Japanese army. It is relevant to historians of Japan, and to those interested in diplomatic history, and the Second World War - as well as scholars working in various areas of contemporary East Asian politics.