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Malawi: Technical Assistance Report-Report on the Improving Estimates of Gross Domestic Product Mission (June 24–July 5, 2024)
by International Monetary Fund. Statistics Dept.A report from the International Monetary Fund.
Financial Buffers in a Euroized Economy: Republic of Kosovo
by OzturkA report from the International Monetary Fund.
Considerations for the Comprehensive Review of Access Limits
by International Monetary Fund. Legal Dept.A report from the International Monetary Fund.
Comprehensive Review of GRA Access Limits
by International Monetary Fund. Legal Dept.A report from the International Monetary Fund.
Inspired: For Bookshare
by Michael Gandy Susan NeralFrom 1991 through 2017, Susan Neral Gandy created a body of art that has, in essence, been hidden in plain sight. As the cover creator for the various formats of Michael Gandy's mysteries, non-fiction collections, and for an eBook by a beloved friend, her innovative expressions have enhanced her authors' words. And now, for the first time, specifically formulated for Bookshare readers, these are gathered together in one volume with detailed descriptions of the covers, including her own thoughts on each of them, remarks by Michael Gandy on how each book came about, and factoids that enhance the entire experience.
Guilt
by Michael GandyYears in the past, a fourteen-year-old girl was accused of killing her older brother and his best friend. Uneasy as an adult at having the story retold by an ambitious writer, she engages a friend to participate in the new investigation, which takes an unlikely turn into the friend’s own past.
Grateful for Animals: Spiritual Comfort and Wisdom in Life's Last Chapter
by Gail Pope Carol Howe HulseHow might the spiritual comfort and wisdom shared by animals inspire you to live and connect more deeply with yourself and others from your heart and soul—where love remains the prevailing principle? GRATEFUL for Animals: Spiritual Comfort & Wisdom in Life’s Last Chapter honors the human-animal bond as the authors gently explore the many ways animals are indeed wise and wonderful guides and companions on the spiritual journey. This heartwarming book also shares uplifting lessons learned from animals during their last chapter of life, which are extremely relevant at every life stage. You, too, can live well and fully through the last breath!
New International 13: Our Politics Start with the World
by Steve Clark Jack Barnes“Electrification is an elementary precondition if modern industry and cultural life are to develop, and class-conscious workers fight for it to be extended to all the world’s six billion people. This fight is a prime example of how proletarian politics, our politics, start with the world.” Quote from Jack Barnes. Jack Barnes is the National Secretary of the Socialist Workers Party. Earth at night is a stark measure of the economic and cultural inequalities between imperialist and semicolonial countries and among classes within almost every country—disparities produced, reproduced, and accentuated by the workings of capitalism. For vanguard workers to build parties able to lead a successful revolutionary struggle for power in our own countries, says Jack Barnes in the lead article, our activity must be guided by a strategy to close this gap. “We are part of an international class that has no homeland. That’s not a slogan. That’s not a moral imperative. It is a recognition of the class reality of economic, social, and political life in the imperialist epoch.”
Real Estate Rules: The Investor's Guide to Picking Winners and Avoiding Losers in Listed Property
by Harm MeijerThe incisive guide of how to effectively invest in real estate and REITs In Real Estate Rules: The Investor's Guide to Picking Winners, Avoiding Losers in Listed Property, celebrated real estate investor Harm Meijer delivers a startlingly insightful and eye-opening roadmap to successful property investment. This book explains the golden rules of investing in European real estate companies, including Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). It's full of real-world examples and anecdotes drawn from the author's long and storied career in the industry. Real Estate Rules contains: Robust tools for making informed investment decisions and staying clear of the "vicious downward spiral of doom" Understanding market cycles and mastering the art of acting contrarian during downturns to maximize your investment How macro drivers, central bank moves and government stimuli can be game changers for real estate markets Techniques for assessing the management's value creation and its alignment with shareholders Insights to ensure a solid capital structure and avoid leverage traps in downturns Advice on how to navigate the European stock markets with its unique challenges for Real Estate Investment Trusts Real-world case studies illustrating these principles in action, highlighting key lessons for investors You'll also learn why acting on conviction, thorough research, strong relationships, and most importantly, trust are key to achieving lasting success. Perfect for Real Estate Investment Trust investors, people interested in investing directly in individual properties, and other market participants, Real Estate Rules is also a must-read for anyone involved in the real estate industry looking for an insightful investor perspective on the sector.
The Transformative Power of Family Wealth: Helping Families and their Communities Capture its Regenerative Potential
by Philip Marcovici"For wealth and business owning families and their advisers, this is the ultimate guide to getting it right." David Chong, Group President, Portcullis (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., described by the Singapore Academy of Law as The Guru of Asian Family Offices "Building on his previous work, The Transformative Power of Family Wealth is packed with insight and offers wealth owners powerful tools for channeling their resources into a force for good. Must reading not only for those stewards of family wealth, but for all those striving to serve them." Amaury Jordan, CFA, co-founder of Avalor Investment (Switzerland) and TriLake Partners (Singapore) "Philip’s book is a very worthwhile read for those who work with wealthy families. In particular, the paradigm of the Theory of Change as a mechanism to help to shape a succession planning strategy is fascinating. It is also refreshing to read a positive exposition of the role that private businesses can play in regenerating society." John Riches, Partner RMW Law and President of the International Academy of Estate and Trust Lawyers "With his extensive experience and deep insights, Philip’s latest book is required reading, not only for wealthy families and their advisors, but also for policy makers and thinkers as they ponder the role of wealthy families in tomorrow’s world." Edmund Leow S.C., Senior Partner, Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP, Singapore A manual for avoiding the common pitfalls of family wealth and businesses with a focus on how families can prosper while governments capture the benefits of wealth owning residents and citizens In The Transformative Power of Family Wealth, retired lawyer, wealth advisor, and tax consultant Philip Marcovici delivers a startlingly insightful and practical discussion of how family wealth and business owners can navigate internal and external challenges and have a positive and benevolent impact on the communities around them. For governments navigating the challenges and benefits of attracting and retaining wealth owners to their countries, an invaluable resource. The book explains how to handle the difficulties associated with generational succession, family infighting, growing societal inequality, and complex taxation regimes. It walks you through: How to retain and grow your family's wealth through generations so you can continue to have a positive impact on the world How to handle internal family “derailing” events, like divorce, mental illness, fraud, and more Strategies for mitigating political risk for family-run businesses with international exposure and investments Approaches for governments to consider, including the adoption of regenerative tax systems that capture opportunities to create vibrant economies that address growing wealth and income inequality Perfect for owners of family-run businesses and families with wealth, as well as the professionals, advisors, and consultants who work with them, The Transformative Power of Family Wealth is a must-read for lawyers, accountants, policymakers, legislators, regulators, journalists, and anyone else with an interest in improving their understanding of the issues affecting family wealth.
IoT for Smart Grid: Revolutionizing Electrical Engineering
by Sanjeevikumar Padmanaban Palanisamy Sivaraman Chenniappan Sharmeela Rahiman ZahiraExpert guidance on technologies to build the Internet of Things (IoT) from electrical engineering and power industry perspectives IoT for Smart Grid presents advanced Internet of Things (IoT) technologies that are utilized in various aspects of smart electrical systems, especially monitoring, diagnosis, automation, and industrial evolution, from the point of view of both electrical engineering and power industry facilities and resources. The book describes how IoT has expanded the use of wireless sensor networks (WSN) to play a vital role in connecting power industry facilities and resources to reduce energy consumption and costs. It also explores concepts of e-mobility that include smart parking, vehicle monitoring, and charging, and considers future challenges such as security and privacy concerns in transactive systems and scalability and standardization issues. Later chapters describe communication protocols for transactive IoT, smart grid integration, cybersecurity challenges, smart energy management, and more. Relevant examples and practical case studies are included to enrich and reinforce learning. Edited by a team of highly qualified professionals in the field, IoT for Smart Grid explores additional topics such as: MQTT, CoAP, and other protocols in transactive systems and WSN diagnostic tools for ensuring reliability and performanceThe role of sensors and actuators in transactive models and significance of transactive IoT in modern applicationsRemote control and automation in smart grids, utilizing IoT for demand response programs, load shifting strategies, and dynamic pricing models and IoT integration IoT for Smart Grid is a definitive reference for identifying and applying advanced technologies and concepts and a highly valuable learning resource for students, researchers, consultants, and utility engineers in the design, use, and maintenance of electrical power systems.
Unraveling Your Relationship with Money: Ditch Your Money Trauma So You Can Live an Abundant Life
by Shannah GameInspiring guide to reimagining your relationship with money and finally reach your financial goals In Unraveling Your Relationship with Money: Ditch Your Money Trauma So You Can Live an Abundant Life, renowned Financial Expert and Certified Trauma of Money Specialist Shannah Game delivers an inspiring, informative, and at times cathartic guide to improve your behavioral finance skills, gently resolving deep-rooted trauma related to emotions like shame, fear, and panic surrounding money, and finally start reaching your financial goals. This book includes dozens of stories of financial trials and tribulations from individuals from all walks of life, helping readers realize they're not alone and learn lessons from others who have faced similar situations. From Chapter 1, Game addresses the internal battles that so many of us face when it comes to money: You can't enjoy life or feel happy unless you have a certain amount of money in your bank account You feel you should be further along in your quest to build wealth You feel like it's too late to save for retirement, change careers, start a business, etc. Unraveling Your Relationship with Money: Ditch Your Money Trauma So You Can Live an Abundant Life is an essential read for anyone who wants to go deeper than spreadsheets and fancy apps to create an unshakeable psychological foundation for long-term wealth creation and emotional stability.
Geriatric Medicine and Elderly Care: Lecture Notes (Lecture Notes)
by K. Jane Wilson Claire G. Nicholl Shaun D'SouzaGERIATRIC MEDICINE AND ELDERLY CARE Lecture Notes Ninth Edition An essential resource for meeting the needs of an ageing patient population As the global population ages, geriatric medicine is steadily becoming one of the most important areas of medical research and care. Healthcare systems in developed countries are adapting to this shift in the population, and doctors are finding that a larger and larger proportion of their patients are older. Current medical training often does not include adequate coverage of geriatric medicine, and students may well find they require more extensive resources for meeting older patients’ needs. Lecture Notes: Geriatric Medicine and Elderly Care meets this need with a set of comprehensive but straightforward introductions to the foundational concepts of geriatric medicine. Combining a user-friendly format with extensive high-quality figures and illustrations, it is a must-have resource for medical students looking to deepen their knowledge of a widening area of essential care. Now thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest research and medical knowledge of ageing and elder care, this is an essential contribution to the popular Lecture Notes series. Readers of the ninth edition of Lecture Notes: Geriatric Medicine and Elderly Care will also find: New chapters on the ‘science of ageing’ including immunosenescence and rejuvenation research, and geriatric oncologyFull coverage of the British Geriatrics Society and European undergraduate curriculumsA companion website with appendices, key revision points for each chapter and further readings Lecture Notes: Geriatric Medicine and Elderly Care is ideal for medical students and Foundation Year doctors in most specialties who are treating frail older people. It also provides a starting point for revision for higher specialty examinations in geriatric medicine. Anki Revision Cards A set of ‘Anki App’ digital revision cards is available to go with this textbook. The cards contain the material from the self-test questions in the book. Anki App is a cross-platform mobile and desktop flashcard app that can support your studies (see www.ankiapp.com). It uses an algorithm to present cards you know less well more frequently. You can keep the cards on your mobile device and study them in your downtime. Visit www.lecturenoteseries/paediatrics to download the card set to your device.
Women's Health All-In-One For Dummies
by The Experts at DummiesA complete guide to total wellness, for women of all ages Women's Health All-in-One For Dummies is a guide to health, healing, balance, and prevention at every age. Improve your own health and help close the gender health gap by learning everything you need to navigate bias in the healthcare system and advocate for your own wellness. Brought to you by experts from all over the world, this book gives you all the information you need to feel great and live longer, including detailed coverage of PCOS, sex, gut health, pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, breast cancer, and other women's health issues. Packed with up-to-date information on staying fit, preventing disease, understanding common medical problems, and getting state-of-the-art care, This Dummies All-In-One empowers you to take charge of your health and set off on the road to lifelong well-being. Learn how your hormones influence your health at every stage of life Get advice on sexual health, gut health, pregnancy, and common medical problems Advocate for yourself and find doctors who understand and respect your experience Bust stress, stay in shape, improve your diet, manage chronic illness, and live life to its fullest Doctors and researchers have neglected women's health, but that's all starting to change. Women's Health All-in-One For Dummies has up-to-date information for women of all ages and stages of life who are looking to take charge of their health and set off on the road to lifelong wellbeing.
Phthalocyanine-Based Functional Polymeric Materials: Design, Synthesis, and Applications
by Jianzhuang Jiang Hailong Wang Kang WangA carefully curated collection of resources covering the concepts, perspectives, and applications of phthalocyanine chemistry In Phthalocyanine-Based Functional Polymeric Materials: Design, Synthesis, and Applications, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a comprehensive discussion of phthalocyanine-involving hybrids, molecular cages, coordination polymers, covalent organic frameworks, and organic polymers. The book also explains a diverse array of the applications of these novel materials in chemical sensors, organic catalysts, electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, energy storage, and more. The authors have included material designed to help you improve the design of monomers to synthesize polymers with desired functionalities. A valuable reference in the development of phthalocyanine chemistry, readers will also find: A thorough introduction to phthalocyanine-based polymers and their uses in sensors, catalysis, energy storage, and other applications Comprehensive explorations of the extended molecular systems of phthalocyanines, filling the gap between monomeric phthalocyanine compounds and polymers Practical discussions of a variety of phthalocyanine-based polymer systems, their potential applications, and major design and synthesis challenges Complete treatments of these novel materials appropriate for readers in academia and industry Perfect for polymer, organic, inorganic, catalytic, complex, and structural chemists, Phthalocyanine-Based Functional Polymeric Materials will also benefit materials scientists and chemists working in industry.
Renewable Energy Technologies for Low-Carbon Development
by Yuan Cheng Gang Zhang Chunbao DuSummary of cutting-edge research, latest advances, and future directions in low carbon and renewable energy systems Renewable Energy Technologies for Low-Carbon Development provides a comprehensive overview of recent and cutting-edge research progress in a variety of current renewable energy and low carbon development research areas, focusing on sustainable energy from various perspectives such as thermoelectric power generation, organic solar cells, Na-ion, solar thermochemical energy storage, and nano-friction power generation. The book discusses the methodologies and research development of each renewable energy route based on its unique characteristics. Following a brief overview of renewable energy, this book also reviews low-carbon research in traditional fossil energy and promotes the development of renewable energy with the sustainable recovery and utilization of carbon. Because of the uniqueness of CO2 in low-carbon development, CO2 storage and application are discussed separately. Written by three highly qualified authors, Renewable Energy Technologies for Low-Carbon Development explores sample topics including: Thermoelectric power generators and their applications, application of nanomaterials in organic solar cells, and advances in low-temperature Na-ion battery energy storage Thermochemical energy storage for renewable solar energy utilization, and recent progress and new challenges in triboelectric nanogenerators Manufacturing, recovery, and reuse of wind turbine blades in wind power generation and electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction in fuel cells Carbon fiber in renewable energy development, sustainable carbon nanofluids of petroleum extraction, and carbon dioxide capture and chemical conversion into fuels Renewable Energy Technologies for Low-Carbon Development is an essential reference on the subject for materials scientists, power engineers, electrochemists, electronics engineers, and all professionals working at energy supplying companies and in the broader chemical industry.
Music Fundamentals: A Balanced Approach
by Sumy TakesueMusic Fundamentals: A Balanced Approach, Third Edition combines a textbook and integrated workbook with an interactive website for those who want to learn the basics of reading music. Intended for students with little or no prior knowledge of music theory, it offers a patient approach to understanding and mastering the building blocks of musical practice and structure. Musical examples range from Elvis Presley songs to Filipino ballads to Beethoven symphonies, offering a balanced mixture of global, classical, and popular music.The new edition includes: Additional vocabulary features and review exercises Additional musical selections and 1-, 2-, or 3-hand rhythmic exercises The addition of guitar tablature A revised text design that more clearly designates the different types of exercises and makes the Workbook pages easier to write on An improved companion website with added mobile functionality The author’s balanced approach to beginning music theory engages student interest while demonstrating how music theory concepts apply not only to the Western classical canon but also to popular and world music. With the beginner student in mind, Music Fundamentals: A Balanced Approach, Third Edition is a comprehensive text for understanding the foundations of music theory.
Fantasmas de Gettysburg y otros lugares embrujados del este (América Embrujada)
by Suzanne Garbe¿Crees que los fantasmas existen? ¡Viaja al este de Estados Unidos y deci´delo tu´! Recorre el campo de batalla de Gettysburg,visita la histo´rica Casa Blanca y pase´ate por la casa de Lizzie Borden. ¡Te espera una aventura espeluznante!
The Pennsylvania Railroad: The Long Decline, 1933–1968 (Railroads Past and Present)
by Albert J. ChurellaThe final volume of Albert J. Churella's landmark series, The Pennsylvania Railroad, concludes the story of the iconic transportation company, covering its long decline from the 1930s to its merger with the New York Central Railroad in 1968.Despite some parallels with World War I, the experience of World War II had a substantially different impact on the Pennsylvania Railroad. The introduction of new technologies, personnel, and commuter routes had significant effects on this giant of American transportation. The recession of 1958 sparked a period of decline from which it and many other railroads struggled to fully recover.The Pennsylvania Railroad: The Long Decline, 1933-1968 provides an unparalleled look at the final years of this legendary company, which in its prime was the largest corporation in the world, with a budget second only to that of the US federal government.
AmGov: Long Story Short
by Christine BarbourAll the fundamentals. No fluff. Learn more with less! AmGov: Long Story Short helps students learn the nuts and bolts of American Government. Unlike competitors, this bestseller responds to the need for quick studying and skimming with ten succinct chapters that make it easy to read, revisit, and return to content quickly. Reading aids like bullets, annotations, and arrows walk students through important facts and break up the material in short, engaging bites of information. Though brief, the Fourth Edition of this core book is still robust and current enough to provide everything that students need to be successful in their American Government course. Whether for the on-the-go student who doesn’t have time to read and digest a lengthy chapter, or for the instructor who wants a book that will stay out of their way and leave room for plenty of supplementary reading and activities, AmGov provides a perfectly simplified foundation.
AmGov: Long Story Short
by Christine BarbourAll the fundamentals. No fluff. Learn more with less! AmGov: Long Story Short helps students learn the nuts and bolts of American Government. Unlike competitors, this bestseller responds to the need for quick studying and skimming with ten succinct chapters that make it easy to read, revisit, and return to content quickly. Reading aids like bullets, annotations, and arrows walk students through important facts and break up the material in short, engaging bites of information. Though brief, the Fourth Edition of this core book is still robust and current enough to provide everything that students need to be successful in their American Government course. Whether for the on-the-go student who doesn’t have time to read and digest a lengthy chapter, or for the instructor who wants a book that will stay out of their way and leave room for plenty of supplementary reading and activities, AmGov provides a perfectly simplified foundation.
I Remember Paris: the perfect escapist read from the bestselling author of The Beach Cafe and Anything Could Happen
by Lucy Diamond'I enjoyed it SO much!' MARIAN KEYES'With glorious characters and a dreamy setting, I couldn't have loved this book more' THE SUNBack to the city of dreams . . . Paris has always held a piece of Jess' heart, ever since she spent a magical summer there over twenty years ago. So when a writing job offers her the chance to return, she's delighted, especially as her subject is iconic artist Adelaide Fox. Now approaching eighty, Adelaide wants to tell her life story - and what a life it has been, full of scandal, success, betrayal and passion.But Adelaide is keeping secrets from her, Jess is sure. And she soon realises she will have to confront her own past in the city. Can Jess find out the truth - even if it means changing both of their lives for ever?'Escapist, romantic and a little bit scandalous, this is Lucy Diamond at her page-turning best' VERONICA HENRY'As multi-layered, rich and enjoyable as a giant mille-feuille. You will adore it' MILLY JOHNSON'Heartfelt and escapist' WOMAN & HOME'Lucy's best book yet' 5* READER REVIEW'I loved it!' KATIE FFORDE'Escapist, romantic and scandalous' SUNDAY POST'Such a treat' 5* READER REVIEWREADERS LOVE LUCY DIAMOND'I love all of Lucy's books' 5* reader review'Lucy writes with such warmth and sympathy' 5* reader review'Pure escapism' 5* reader review'So uplifting' 5* reader review'I can't put Lucy's books down' 5* reader review
Alex: The Heart-Stopping International Bestseller (The Paris Crime Files #2)
by Pierre LemaitreWinner of the CWA International Dagger Award 2013. In kidnapping cases, the first few hours are crucial. After that, the chances of being found alive go from slim to nearly none. Alex Prévost - beautiful, resourceful, tough - may be no ordinary victim, but her time is running out. Commandant Camille Verhœven and his detectives have nothing to go on: no suspect, no lead, rapidly diminishing hope. All they know is that a girl was snatched off the streets of Paris and bundled into a white van. The enigma that is the fate of Alex will keep Verhœven guessing until the bitter, bitter end. And before long, saving her life will be the least of his worries.(P)2013 WF Howes Ltd
The List: the bestselling laugh-out-loud romcom
by Joanna Bolouri'SEXY, SMART AND SCANDALOUS' Victoria Fox One list, ten wishes, and absolutely no chance of actually falling in love . . . Reluctantly single Phoebe Henderson has spent twelve months trying to get over her cheating ex, but no amount of wine or extensive relationship analysis with best friend Lucy has seemed to help. Faced with a new year but no new love, Phoebe concocts a different kind of resolution: The List. Ten things she's always wanted to do in bed but has never had the chance (or the courage) to try. One year of no-strings-attached adventure. What could possibly go wrong?Between meddlesome colleagues, friends with benefits, getting frisky al fresco and maybe, possibly, true love, Phoebe's bucket list with a difference might be more than she bargained for . . . 'FEARLESS' List 'RAUNCHY AND HILARIOUS' Scottish Sun 'A CRACKER OF A DEBUT' Sun Contains adult material.(P)2015 WF Howes Ltd
The Blackhouse: The gripping start to the bestselling crime series (Lewis Trilogy Book 1) (The Lewis Trilogy #1)
by Peter MayFrom acclaimed author and dramatist Peter May comes the Barry award-winning The Blackhouse, the first book in the Lewis Trilogy--a riveting mystery series set on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland's Outer Hebrides. When a grisly murder occurs on the Isle of Lewis that bears similarities to a brutal killing on the mainland, Edinburgh detective and native islander Fin Macleod is dispatched to the Outer Hebrides to investigate, embarking at the same time on a voyage into his own troubled past.As Fin reconnects with the people and places of his tortured childhood, the desolate but beautiful island and its ancient customs once again begin to assert their grip on his psyche. Every step toward solving the case brings Fin closer to a dangerous confrontation with the dark events of the past that shaped--and nearly destroyed--his life.(P)2011 Quercus Editions Ltd