The chance sighting of a stranger sitting on a rock in the Temple of Karnak sets bells ringing in Philip's mind. The man looks familiar, but Philip cannot pinpoint where or when he would have met him. As Philip travels through Egypt on a photographic assignment, the stranger occupies a prominent place in his thoughts and he tries, unsuccessfully, to track him down to find out who he is.Through a series of random events (can any event be random when Jesus is involved?), Philip ends ...

Lady Angelique Drummagan, a half-Scottish, half-French countess, has suffered much pain and betrayal in her past. She wants nothing to do with the sensual Scottish warrior the king has ordered her to marry because the rogue could never be a faithful husband, but she has little choice in the matter. Dangerous, greedy enemies threaten her from all sides, and she's in dire need of his protection. Sir Lachlan MacGrath, known as Seducer of the Highlands, possesses a charming wickedness and cann...

IMMORTAL. MERCENARY. KIND OF A TOOL. British soldier and all-around rogue Simon Pure has led quite an exciting life. Or lives, really. In this volume, Simon crosses paths with some of America's greatest figures…and one mystery man who absolutely despises Simon. In the late 19th century, Simon has his annual meet-up with his good friend John Chapman—aka Johnny Appleseed—and an unexpected calamity awaits them. He also meets the striking and skilled sharpshooter Annie Oakley, who always hits ...

A Caldecott Honor Book illustrated by Bryan Collier, this picture book true story from Grammy Award nominee Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews is a “well-told and exquisitely illustrated story of a musician with a steep career trajectory will inspire young readers to pursue their passions, despite the challenges.” —Kirkus (starred review)Caldecott Honor Book * Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Winner“Who’s that play...

This book examines how and why corporate strategy, structure and culture is continuing to change markedly in South East Asia. Among the issues that have forced widespread changes in the region are the economic meltdown, the growth in electronic technology, regional market integration, changing levels of education, business process standardisation a

Nobody has everything they need, all the time - so how can we make do with what we have? Economics is all about understanding the choices we make to solve this problem. With bright, infographics pictures, this informative book describes why markets are so important, how businesses work out what to sell, and how governments choose how to run a country. Includes Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites for more information.Chapters in this book include:...

Key Thinkers in Industrial and Organizational Psychology explores the lives, ideas, contributions, and impact of key figures who have shaped and developed industrial and organizational (I-O) psychology.Through a chronological lens, the book traces the history and context behind the groundbreaking work of a diverse group of individuals who have influenced the field. Among those featured are pioneers such as Walter Dill Scott, Charles S. Myers, Lillian Evelyn Moller Gilbreth...

This study focuses on the local and regional impact of large-scale gold mining in Africa in the context of a mineral boom in the region since 2000. It contributes to filling a gap in the literature on the welfare effects of mineral resources, which, until now, has concentrated more on the national or macroeconomic impacts. Economists have long been intrigued by the paradox that a rich endowment of natural resources may retard economic performance, particularly in the case of mineral-export...

This study focuses on the local and regional impact of large-scale gold mining in Africa in the context of a mineral boom in the region since 2000. It contributes to filling a gap in the literature on the welfare effects of mineral resources, which, until now, has concentrated more on the national or macroeconomic impacts. Economists have long been intrigued by the paradox that a rich endowment of natural resources may retard economic performance, particularly in the case of mineral-export...

Enter the next great American myth from THE UNNAMED...THE NORTHERNER. Who is this enigmatic figure? What drives him? And why does the immortal SIMON PURE stand as his adversary? Discover the untold origins of one of the most mysterious legends in American history—and uncover how his arrival reshapes the destinies of REDCOAT, GEIGER, JUNKYARD JOE, and the rest of THE UNNAMED.

END OF STORY ARC "1909," Finale The bloody conclusion to the story Simon Pure won't talk about ends in blood. Lots of it. Two immortals-Simon and Benedict Arnold battle to end each other. And we'll learn first-hand if an immortal can truly die!

THE NORTHERNER, PART TWO The Unnamed's newest American legend clashes with Simon Pure, a man he's grown to despise more than anyone he's ever encountered. But as tensions boil over, Simon uncovers a startling revelation about The Northerner that could shatter everything he holds true. How will their uneasy alliance shape the unfolding mysteries of The Unknown War? The answers lie within…