The bestselling primer on the social, political, and economic challenges facing Central and South America—now fully revised and updated.Ten years after its first publication, Michael Reid's bestselling survey of the state of contemporary Latin America has been wholly updated to reflect the new realities of the "Forgotten Continent." The former Americas editor for the Economist, Reid suggests that much of Central and South America, though ...

The art world can be an intimidating one for the experienced buyer let alone the aspiring collector, but with this handbook to the world of collecting, Michael Reid arms buyers with a no-nonsense, informative map to the issues surrounding the buying and selling of art.No matter what your budget or your collecting interest, How to Buy and Sell Art answers all the questions you might have taking you from your first visit to an art gallery all the way to the high drama of an auction r...

The bestselling primer on the social, political, and economic challenges facing Central and South America by The Economist editor and author of Brazil.Latin America has often been condemned to failure. Neither poor enough to evoke Africa's moral crusade, nor as explosively booming as India and China, it has largely been overlooked by the West. Yet this vast continent, home to half a billion people, the world's largest reserves of...

Financial management is an important feature of every organisation, but it is especially important for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of many economies, contributing considerably to job creation and economic growth. They do, however, frequently encounter particular financial issues that need careful attention and skill. In this book, Dr. Reid discusses the significance of financial management for MSMEs...

It's time to explore your hometown and learn American Sign Language (ASL)! From how to get around to the people and places around (and out!) of town, this kid-friendly guide will lead the way. The colorful design brilliantly highlights the simple text and lively illustrations, making this book a wonderful introduction to sign language for even the youngest reader.

A knowledgeable appreciation of a complex, vital South American giant, destined to be one of the world's premier economic powersExperts believe that Brazil, the world's fifth largest country and its seventh largest economy, will be one of the most important global powers by the year 2030. Yet far more attention has been paid to the other rising behemoths Russia, India, and China. Often ignored and underappreciated, Brazil, according to renowned, award-winning journa...

In the quiet spaces between heartbeats, where memories linger and emotions pulse like echoes from the past, lies Verses of Desire: All I Ever Wanted, Now You're Gone. This collection of poetry delves into the deepest yearnings of the soul, exploring love and loss through verses that open windows into the heart's most intimate desires and the mind's profound reflections.Capturing the essence of human experience, the poems intertwine joy and sorrow, hope and despair, as past and pres...

Religions carry strong visions of renewal and thereby have the potential to trigger dynamics of change in all spheres of human life. Religions have contributed to societal transformation and processes of renewal spark intensive theological debates. The renewal of religious identity is informed by how religious communities interpret their traditions and past, present, and future challenges to themselves, society and the world at large. How do religious communities understand their own resou...

"You will never look at 'new ideas' the same way again." —H. Wayne Huizenga, founder and former chairman and CEO of Blockbuster Inc."I would strongly suggest that all marketers read this book before they decide to launch a new product, line extension or enter a new line of business." —Mark R. Goldston, chairman and CEO, United Online, Inc., which includes NetZero, Juno, Classmates and MyPoints.com brandsDavid Minter and Michael Reid know innovation. For more than 25 years, ...

Scholarly insight and reflection on finding meaning in the psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemicThe COVID-19 pandemic caused a horrific loss of life and had tremendous, long-lasting psychological effects. Diagnoses of anxiety and mental illness are now at much higher levels than they were in 2019. For believers, the pandemic raised questions about the nature of God, increasing the need for pastoral care and resources to make sense of such a deep disruption....

The Art Collector is a work of historical fiction that follows Cuban exile Roberto Ramos during his first nine months living in the United States.Arriving in a new country shaped by unfamiliar customs, expectations, and opportunities, Roberto must navigate the emotional and cultural challenges of starting over while carrying the memories, traditions, and artistic spirit of his homeland.Through Roberto’s journey, the novel explores the complexities of exile, identit...

In the quiet spaces between heartbeats, where memories linger and emotions pulse like echoes from the past, lies Verses of Desire: All I Ever Wanted, Now You're Gone. This collection of poetry delves into the deepest yearnings of the soul, exploring love and loss through verses that open windows into the heart's most intimate desires and the mind's profound reflections. Capturing the essence of human experience, the poems intertwine joy and sorrow, hope and despair, as past and present col...