In "A History of the Philippines", David P. Barrows presents a comprehensive exploration of the archipelago's rich and tumultuous past, weaving a narrative that spans from pre-colonial societies to American annexation. Barrows' literary style is characterized by its clarity and meticulous research, utilizing both primary sources and contemporary scholarship to provide readers with a nuanced understanding of Philippine history. The book situates itself within the broader context of colonial...

The origins of Wrightbus can be traced back to just after the Second World War in 1946 when the company was founded as Robert Wright & Son Coachbuilders in Ballymena Northern Ireland. Robert was joined by daughter Muriel, and son William. Robert Wright died in 1972. In 2017 William was awarded a Knighthood in the Queen's New Year's honors. Manufactured from the end of 2014, the integral constructed StreetDeck is built in both single and double-deck variations, the vast majority in the latt...

Bury Corporation Transport boasted a fleet of more than ninety buses – mainly produced by Daimler and Leyland. In many ways the company was a trailblazing operator; it was one of the first operators of diesel-powered buses, the only Lancashire municipal operator of three-axle double-deckers and the first operator of new Leyland buses after the Second World War. The livery was red and cream until 1942, when it changed to green and primrose. In 1969, it was absorbed into SELNEC, which later ...

Part two of David “Dar”’s powerful and deeply personal cancer diary continues the story that began in Shi!t I’ve Got Bowel Cancer: Part One. While the first book chronicled the shock of diagnosis, surgery and early recovery, this second instalment takes readers into the difficult and often disorientating world of chemotherapy.Written as a series of honest diary entries, this book captures the physical, emotional and psychological reality of living through cancer treatment....

A portion of the proceeds from every purchase of the book will be donated to Bowel Cancer UK (reg. Charity no: 1071038).David, also known as Dar, was a 47-year-old male cancer patient who thought he had a bothersome tummy ache. That tummy ache turned out to be colorectal cancer. This book documents his journey from feeling poorly to going to the GP and ultimately learning that he has descending colon cancer.And all the SH!T that brings with it....

Joy Cowley knows what makes children laugh.In this book full of absurd poems and very short, silly stories, a man takes his tadpoles for a walk in his hat, a cat is surprised by its talking feet, a tiger gobbles up a dentist, ten baggy clowns do a do-wacky dance . . . along with many more preposterous flights of imagination. Illustrations by David Barrow—a first-rate visual comedian—expand the humor in each fantastical suggestion. Cowley channels the spirit of clas...

Focusing on teaching and learning in educational institutions, Transforming Professional Practice in Education explores the value of enhancing dialogue to improve both professional relationships and practices. Offering a critique of the present state of education, this book focuses on the belief that education should be about being and becoming human, and how everyone implicated in education learns through dialogue with others, and that humans are relational beings who develop and...

Weird Fiction Quarterly does Folk Horror!Once again we bring you the finest in our now-signature 500 word flash fiction and exquisite poetry contributions, featuring over 60 writers from all around the globe and a dubious burlap sackful of color illustrations by our own Sarah Walker!Visit a strange, quaint village where the yearly festival is Everything.Call on the cunning woman or the witch doctor for a cure that might cost your very soul....

"A History of the Philippines" by David P. Barrows offers a comprehensive exploration of the archipelago's past, detailing its rich cultural heritage and the significant events that shaped its identity. Barrows meticulously examines the influences of indigenous cultures, the impact of Spanish colonization, and the subsequent American occupation. His narrative weaves together historical facts with insightful analysis, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the complexities of Phil...

"The Negrito and Allied Types in the Philippines" by David P. Barrows explores the diverse indigenous groups of the Philippines, particularly focusing on the Negrito populations. Barrows delves into their unique cultural practices, physical characteristics, and historical significance within the archipelago. Through meticulous research, he highlights the Negritos' adaptation to their environments and their interactions with other ethnic groups. This work serves as a crucial resource for un...

The Oxford Learner's Dictionary defines allyship as: "the state of being an ally (= a person who helps and supports somebody) to a particular group of people that you yourself do not belong to, in order to help ensure their basic rights and ability to be happy and successful in society" This book exposes the problems that arise from a patriarchal or narrow-minded work culture. It tells the story of professionals in multiple industries where they are confronted by male dominance or discrimi...

An Education in Service Management – A guide to building a successful service management career and delivering organisational successIT is a business-critical function. It delivers experiences, stimulates strategic shifts, and protects organisations from theft, cyber attacks, and the related regulatory, reputational and financial impacts.ITSM is a critical element of IT that is often misunderstood. In this book, the author and his network of associ...