Gunnar A. V. Borg was born in Stockholm on 28. November 1927. Educated at Stockholm University, he obtained his Ph. D. from the University of Lund in 1962. Subsequently he held various teaching and research appointments at the University of Umea in northern Sweden, where he also served as President of the Graduate School of Social Work and Public Administration in 1966-1967. In 1971 he was appointed Professor at Stockholm University, where he headed the Institute of Applied Psychology for ...

Inspirational quotes and relatable Buddhist wisdom from the Dalai Lama—now in one handy, giftable compendium!Discover words of wisdom on 15 universal themes, including love and compassion, mindfulness and happiness, and much more.The words of the Dalai Lama resonate within each of us, empowered as they are by centuries of experience and a passionate, enduring spirit for peace on Earth. Tenzin Gyatso, the current and XIV Dalai Lama...

An inspiring collection that distills Leonardo da Vinci’s notebooks and reflections into essential insights on creativity, curiosity, and the pursuit of knowledge.One of history’s most brilliant minds, Leonardo da Vinci embodied the true spirit of the Renaissance through his endless curiosity and extraordinary range of talents. Leonardo da Vinci Book of Quotes brings together his most insightful thoughts, offering readers a rare window int...

The Gandhi Book of Quotes is a timeless treasury of insight and inspiration from one of the world’s most revered leaders.Drawing from Mahatma Gandhi’s speeches, letters, essays, and public addresses, this thoughtfully curated collection captures the essence of his philosophy and enduring wisdom.Organized thematically for easy reference, the book explores Gandhi’s reflections on truth, nonviolence, spiritual growth, civil disobedience, leadership, s...

Sharp wit, timeless wisdom, and unforgettable humor from Mark Twain—perfect for readers who love classic literature and clever insight.Step into the brilliant and irreverent mind of Mark Twain, one of America’s most beloved writers and humorists, with this engaging collection of his most memorable quotes, observations, and reflections.Renowned for his razor-sharp wit, satire, and keen understanding of human nature, Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) had a rare abi...

An inspiring collection of Abraham Lincoln’s most powerful words—perfect for anyone seeking wisdom, leadership, and guidance.Discover the enduring legacy of Abraham Lincoln, one of the most respected and influential leaders in American history, through this compelling collection of his best quotes, speeches, and personal reflections. Abraham Lincoln’s life was defined by perseverance, humility, and moral courage.The Abraham Lincoln Book of Quotes b...

A collection of the best quotes, speeches, and advice from one of the most influential founders of the United States of America.Benjamin Franklin is a towering figure not just in American history, but history in general. A true Renaissance man adept in politics, science, writing and more, his words have been a source of wisdom and inspiration for a long time.The Benjamin Franklin Book of Quotes compiles his best quotes, speeches, and advice in one ...

Wreathed in celestial cataclysm and child-like grandeur, The Tide Will Erase All hijacks your imagination to calculate the speed of light inside a dream.A transreality phenomenon known as the Mouth of God foams with star saliva as it eats myth and constellation alike to corrode our laws of nature and steal away the night sky. Dreams from spacetimes unknown prowl toxic and deranged while beings sent from the Mouth of God plumb an unseen treasure from a help...

In Scandinavia, there is separation in the electorate between those who embrace diversity and those who wish for tighter bonds between people and nation. This book focuses on three nationalist populist parties in Scandinavia—the Sweden Democrats, the Progress Party in Norway, and the Danish People’s Party. In order to affect domestic politics by addressing this conflict of diversity versus homogeneity, these parties must enter the national parliament while earning the nation’s trust. Of th...

Microaggressions, complex identities, polarized belief systems, pandemic interruptions-- these are just a few of the things the modern classroom holds. What if we could work with what emerges in the moment instead of seeing it as an unplanned disruption? Teaching from the Emerging Now explores how we combine our intention with what naturally emerges to create inclusive, dynamic classrooms amid constant change.The Intentional Emergence model combines Case-in-Point ...

In the new world of work, agility is a business imperative. Agile HR is a practical guide written specifically for people professionals on how the HR function can develop agile processes and practices that save time, boost performance and support overall business goals.From small tech start-ups or large traditional companies, organizations need to be fast, flexible and digitally empowered to succeed. However, too many companies are stuck with siloed, compl...

Images relating to imperial power were produced all over the Roman Empire at every social level, and even images created at the centre were constantly remade as they were reproduced, reappropriated, and reinterpreted across the empire. This book employs the language of social dynamics, drawn from economics, sociology, and psychology, to investigate how imperial imagery was embedded in local contexts. Patrons and artists often made use of the universal visual language of empire to navigate ...