Ponce's Primer Handbook for Quality Life MaximizationBy: John E. RichardsonRecently retired and enjoying increased personal time, Ponce reflected on the reasons so many of his contemporaries had either passed away, or were experiencing less than the “golden years” they had expected. Ponce (the surrogate narrator that author John E. Richardson created to present the primer, based upon his own his life experiences) organized his observations and conclusions into this handbook...

This new volume in the Counterpoints series compares and contrasts different conceptions of working memory, generally recognized as the human cognitive system responsible for temporary storage of information. The book includes proponents of several different views. Robert Logie discusses the theoretical and empirical utility of separating working memory into an articulatory loop, a phonological store, and a visuo-spatial sketchpad into visual and spatial subsystems. Patricia Carpenter prov...

Echoes of the Wilderness – 3 Classic North American Frontier Tales is a compelling anthology that immerses readers in the rugged landscapes and indomitable spirit of the North American frontier. This collection traverses a broad spectrum of literary styles, from thrilling adventure to profound introspection, capturing the zeitgeist of an era marked by exploration and the clash of civilizations. The anthology's diverse narratives offer striking contrasts and similarities, delivering vivid d...

Prepared by Patrick J. Sobkowski, J.D.The Law Officer’s Pocket Manual is a handy, pocket-sized, spiral-bound manual that highlights basic legal rules for quick reference and offers examples showing how those rules are applied. The manual provides concise guidance based on U.S. Supreme Court rulings on constitutional law issues and other legal developments, covering arrest, search, surveillance, and other routine as well as sensitive areas of law enforcement. It in...

The definitive guide to transforming everyday interactions into remarkable wins, from Harvard Law, MIT, and University of Michigan’s negotiation experts.What if you could walk away from every conversation with exactly what you want?At work, at home, and in our daily interactions, our lives are full of constant negotiation:Trying to score a promotion at workChanging an airline flightEven getting our spouse to take out the tr...

According to BBC: "Major John Richardson (1796-1852) was a veteran of the War of 1812, a historian, and English Canada's first novelist. Much to his frustration he was also - in his own time and to this day - one of English Canada's least-read novelists."

This book argues, against recent interpretations, that Nietzsche does in fact have a metaphysical system--but that this is to his credit. Rather than renouncing philosophy's traditional project, he still aspires to find and state essential truths, both descriptive and valuative, about us and the world. These basic thoughts organize and inform everything he writes; by examining them closely we can find the larger structure and unifying sense of his strikingly diverse views...

The definitive guide to transforming everyday interactions into remarkable wins, from Harvard Law, MIT, and University of Michigan’s negotiation experts.What if you could walk away from every conversation with exactly what you want? At work, at home, and in our daily interactions, our lives are full of constant negotiation—from trying to score a promotion to changing an airline flight to getting your spouse to take out the trash. But while we like to think we know ...

The definitive guide to transforming everyday interactions into remarkable wins, from Harvard Law, MIT, and University of Michigan’s negotiation experts.What if you could walk away from every conversation with exactly what you want? At work, at home, and in our daily interactions, our lives are full of constant negotiation—from trying to score a promotion to changing an airline flight to getting your spouse to take out the trash. But while we like to think we know ...

From 1950 to 1962, John Richardson lived near Picasso in France and was a friend of the artist. With a view to writing a biography, the acclaimed art historian kept a diary of their meetings. After Picasso's death, his widow Jacqueline collaborated in the preparation of this work, giving Richardson access to Picasso's studio and papers.Volume one of this extraordinary biography establishes the complexity of Picasso's Spanish roots; his aversion to his native Malaga and his passion ...

The story unfolds during the War of 1812 and centers on the events leading up to the Battle of Fort Dearborn (now Chicago) in 1812. The novel features a cast of fictional and historical characters, and it explores the themes of war, survival, and the complex interactions between different cultures.John Richardson's "Hardscrabble" is known for its historical accuracy and detailed descriptions of the time period. It provides a narrative that reflects the challenges and dangers faced by early...

Combined Transport Documents provides a comprehensive guide to combined transport or multi-modal contracts. It examines the main contracts that deal with combined transport logically, from those concerned with the procuring of tonnage through to those that deal with general average and salvage. It also focuses on the complicated chains of indemnity particular to multimember consortium operations and explains in substantial detail a recommended draft bill of lading contract of carriage whic...