"Foot-prints of a Letter Carrier; or, A History of the World's Correspondence" by James Rees explores the evolution of communication through the lens of postal services. The book delves into the historical significance of letter carriers and their pivotal role in connecting people across distances. Rees provides a vivid narrative that highlights the challenges and triumphs faced by these unsung heroes of communication, illustrating how their efforts shaped the way information was exchanged...

The world has changed into an unpredictable and dangerous place with people in high positions running governments for their own purpose. People are running scared from one country to another where certain individuals are using them for their own gains. These people will stop at nothing to bring about civil unrest, hoping to de-stabilise any country while cyber-crime is used to infiltrate any organisation to add to the confusion of that country. To try to locate these individuals of certain...

The voluntary sector plays a crucial role in shaping place, and is in turn shaped by that context, yet this ‘place leadership’ role has been underexplored in research. This interdisciplinary book brings together leading scholars and practitioners to examine this intriguing phenomenon in different political and cultural contexts.Using case studies from the UK, the US, China and Europe, the book provides fresh insights into the dynamic relationship between place, leadership and volun...

In "Foot-prints of a Letter Carrier; or, A History of the World's Correspondence," James Rees masterfully intertwines personal narrative with a sweeping historical analysis of letter writing and postal systems. Through engaging anecdotes as a letter carrier, Rees explores the evolution of correspondence from antiquity to the modern age, examining the social, political, and technological transformations that shaped human communication. His literary style is marked by a blend of detailed obs...

Foot-prints of a Letter Carrier: A History of the World's Correspondence by James Rees is a fascinating and comprehensive exploration of the evolution of communication through the ages, focusing on the development of postal systems and the vital role of letter carriers. Drawing from a wealth of historical sources, anecdotes, and personal observations, Rees traces the journey of written correspondence from ancient civilizations—where messages were delivered by foot, horseback, and even pige...

The voluntary sector was central to the COVID-19 response: fulfilling basic needs, highlighting new and existing inequalities and coordinating action where the state had been slow to respond.This book curates rigorous academic, policy and practice-based research into the response and adaptation of the UK voluntary sector during the pandemic. Contributions explore the ways the sector responded to new challenges and the longer-term consequences for the sector’s workforce, volunteers ...

This important book is the first edited collection to provide an up to date and comprehensive overview of the third sector’s role in public service delivery. Exploring areas such as social enterprise, capacity building, volunteering and social value, the authors provide a platform for academic and policy debates on the topic. Drawing on research carried out at the ESRC funded Third Sector Research Centre, the book charts the historical development of the state-third sector relationship, an...

Example in this ebookThere are few institutions in this or in any other country the history of which is so little known as is that of the post-office. The very name, in the opinion of the masses, is sufficient to enlighten them; and beyond this little or no interest is manifested. Yet the history, if fairly written, would surprise that very portion who consider the name alone an index to its unwritten pages.Indeed, it seems strange that so important a branc...

From James Rees, Executive Director of Mount Vernon, comes anenlightening guide to the leadership wisdom of America's first great leader. George Washington was more than just an inspiring battlefield commander; he was critical to the founding and success of the United States ofAmerica. His leadership, his vision, and his courage united a war-torncountry and set the United States on the path to greatness. Washington's historic contribution to this nation--his leadership and his character--a...

**The New York Times bestsellerA New York Times Notable and Critics’ Top Book of 2016Longlisted for the PEN/John Kenneth Galbraith Award for NonfictionOne of NPR's 10 Best Books Of 2016 Faced Tough Topics Head OnNPR's Book Concierge Guide To 2016’s Great ReadsSan Francisco Chronicle's Best of 2016: 100 recommended booksA Washington Post Notable Nonfiction Book of 2016Globe & Mail 100 Best of 2016“Formidable...

A collection of stimulating essays exploring the wide-ranging debates surrounding the relationship between business and society in 21st century Ireland.Wide-ranging, diverse and thought-provoking contributions from leading business researchers, economists, sociologists and political scientists from Ireland and abroad probe five central themes: the making and unmaking of the Celtic Tiger; governance, regulation and justice; partnership and participation; the nature of Irish borders ...

“[A] monumental dual biography . . . a distinguished work, combining deep research, a pleasing narrative style and an abundance of fresh insights, a rare combination.”—The Dallas Morning NewsThe third and fourth presidents have long been considered proper gentlemen, with Thomas Jefferson’s genius overshadowing James Madison’s judgment and common sense. But in this revelatory book about their crucial partnership, both are seen as men of their times, hardboi...