[Includes 35 maps and 77 illustrations]Riviera to the Rhine examines a significant portion of the Allied drive across northern Europe and focuses on the vital role played in that drive by the U.S. 6th Army Group, commanded by General Jacob L. Devers, and its two major components, the American Seventh Army, under General Alexander M. Patch, and the French First Army, under General Jean de Lattre de Tassigny. Had these forces not existed, Eisenhower's two northern army groups, those c...

INFLUENCE IN ACTIONTM for CEOs with a foreword by Ron Wallace, retired President of UPS International, provides readers with time-tested methods to bring more prospects into their businesses who are pre-disposed to becoming customers and clients.Readers who follow these proven strategies and put them into action will not only earn more sales, they'll earn larger sales, repeat business, and referrals from satisfied customers and clients to acquire even more business.You'll s...

The practice of judo katas has changed over time as a result of perceived purpose. The chapters in this anthology were written by seven authorities in judo history and practice. Their writings clarify the purpose of kata and thus its mode of practice and their place in competition.

What if the most powerful leadership skill isn't authority but influence?In More Influence in Action™ for CEOs, Robert J. Smith, MFA, and a group of accomplished CEOs share real-world strategies for turning influence into measurable business results. Through practical insights, personal stories, and proven persuasion principles, this book shows how successful leaders build trust, inspire action, and create lasting impact.Inside, you'll discover how top executives use influe...

Aging is the gradual process of physical, cognitive and social decline that occurs with age. Longevity refers to a long life span, which has increased due to medical advancements and healthier lifestyles.Exercise is a key factor in aging and longevity, reducing the risk of chronic diseases and improving overall physical and mental health.Unlocking the secrets of a long life involves understanding the factors that contribute to aging and longevity, including genetics, lifest...

Virtual golden yearsis an easy guide to today's revolutionary health technologies. learn to use your computer, smartphone, and other devices to manage your health and get help when you need it. whether it’s sleep, exercise, diet, heart health, diabetes, or asthma, this book shows you how to stay healthier, happier, and in charge of your life.with step-by-step instructions, full-color screen shots, and an easy-to-read design, this shows you how to:• succeed at eating...

Despite cultural progress in reducing overt acts of racism, stark racial disparities continue to define American life. This book is for anyone who wonders why race still matters and is interested in what emerging social science can contribute to the discussion. The book explores how scientific evidence on the human mind might help to explain why racial equality is so elusive. This new evidence reveals how human mental machinery can be skewed by lurking stereotypes, often bending to accommo...

In an unusual dual biography, authors Laurence J. Yadon and Robert Barr Smith explore this compelling criminal case from both sides. Tulsa computer tycoon Roger Wheeler was the victim and organized crime boss Whitey Bulger was the criminal-or so it seemed. Through a fascinating examination of information related to both men, the authors break down the façde and expose the underlying truths in this decades-long case.Wheeler, a well-known entrepreneur, discovered that one of his inve...

Founded in 1939, Penn State Altoona began its life as the Altoona Undergraduate Center, owing its genesis to an inspired group of local citizens who built, financed, and nurtured the college through the economic woes of the Great Depression, an enrollment collapse engendered by World War II, and the rise and fall of the region's railroad fortunes. After relocating to the site of an abandoned amusement park in the late 1940s, Penn State Altoona enjoyed a rapid postwar growth spurt that culm...

“Now what should I do?” This is a question academic leaders ask themselves with great regularity. As ironic as it may seem, very few academic leaders have had any formal training in academic administration, or in any kind of administration at all. For the most part, academic administrators learn on the job. They also seek advice wherever they can get it. The purpose of this book is to offer such advice. The book is written both for academic administrators at all levels as well as for those...

Everyone loves a good ghost story. Somehow the creepiest, scariest ghost stories always feature sadness at their core.From a story about a woman who must face her ghosts on Christmas Eve night, to a ghost detective stuck in his own cemetery helping other ghosts move on by solving their own murders, to a ghost who writes letters to the living—these ghosts seem more alive than dead. Their sagas just continue into another realm.So, steel your courage and delve into these ten s...

This new edition of Lyme Disease provides up-to-date evidence-based research and covers the significant advances in our understanding of the disorders referred to as Lyme disease or Lyme borreliosis. This book explores the causative organism, its requisite ecosystem, disease epidemiology, host-Borrelia interactions, diagnostic testing, clinical manifestations, therapeutic options, the role of host immunity on pathogenesis and long term prognosis. The authors provide balanced perspectives o...