BRIAN CLOUGH was a very successful football manager. By turning two medium size clubs in the east Midlands into football powerhouses he deserves his place in football history. Yet he was so much more than that... Clough's character and interaction with the people of the area, many of whom were not football fans, is almost unique.Whether it was helping old ladies with their shopping or giving them a lift home in his car or allowing young fans in to see their idols, Cloughie always seemed to ha...

The essential field guide to British and Irish Odonata, featuring unrivalled full-colour artwork of all 58 species.'A jewel of a book' - The IndependentAdult dragonflies are among the largest and most spectacular insects alive today, and their beautiful colours, phenomenal aerobatic skills and preference for flying in warm, sunny weather make them easy to observe.Now in its sixth edition, this trusted, practical guide enabl...

Emphasizing model choice and model averaging, this book presents up-to-date Bayesian methods for analyzing complex ecological data. It provides a basic introduction to Bayesian methods that assumes no prior knowledge. The book includes detailed descriptions of methods that deal with covariate data and covers techniques at the forefront of research, such as model discrimination and model averaging. Leaders in the statistical ecology field, the authors apply the theory to a wide range of act...

This thoroughly revised and expanded second edition of the Handbook of Markov Chain Monte Carlo reflects the dramatic evolution of MCMC methods since the publication of the first edition. With the addition of two new editors, Radu V. Craiu and Dootika Vats, this comprehensive reference now offers deeper insights into the theoretical foundations and cutting-edge developments that are reshaping the field.Key Features:Completely restruct...

A Warhammer 40,000 AnthologyTwo novels, two novellas, and four short stories packed with ork action against some of their staunchest enemies. Dig deep into what makes facing the green tide such a daunting prospect.READ IT BECAUSEIn this epic collection, see all sides of the green tide collide. From the brilliant minds of some of Black Library’s favourite authors come tales of propa kunnin' and a whole lot of Waaagh!T...

A how to guide to avoiding the mistakes ineffective financial advisors most often makeBased on a 15-year consulting program that author Steve Moore has led for financial advisors, Ineffective Habits of Financial Advisors (and the Disciplines to Break Them): A Framework for Avoiding the Mistakes Everyone Else Makes details proven techniques which allow advisors to transform their business into an elite practice: business analysis, strategic vision, exceptio...

England, 1916.Since learning that German troops have murdered her estranged parents in Belgium, Alise's life has descended into poverty, crime and prostitution and she refuses to be tamed. But continual hardship eventually breeds disillusionment and resentment and she plots a daring escape, fleeing towards the only man she trusts to help her survive - court missionary Robert Elliott.When introduced to an army intelligence captain, the passionate young woman discovers a new ...

An epic historical story of mystery, love and destiny that will pull at your heartstrings!When a mute criminal known as 'the Street Arab' is taken into custody, police call on court missionary, Robert Elliott, to try and unravel the enigma. With the help of Mary O' Driscoll, a sharply perceptive nurse, Elliott reveals the prisoner to be Walter Stanford, a man with a blemished past and who is about to change their lives forever.As Elliott tries to understand...

The husband and wife team behind Giannetti Home welcome readers into their gorgeous farm residence blending modern style with French antiques.When Brooke and Steve Giannetti decided to leave their suburban Santa Monica home to build a new life on a farm, they traveled to Belgium and France for design inspiration. In Patina Farm they share their collaborative process, as well as the enviable result of their team effort and creativity: an id...

A warm and brilliantly funny family comedy told from the perspective of Sammy the sniffer dog – perfect for younger readers aged 7 and upSetterpoo Sammy has a BRILLIANT sense of smell. She can sniff out ANYTHING – watches, explosives, even parrots!But one day, Sammy sniffs some EXTRA-HOT chilli powder and loses her sense of smell COMPLETELY. It’s up to Sammy’s Best Human Friend, Beanie, to help her get it back.And when Sammy finds out that someone i...

The second warm and brilliantly funny family comedy told from the perspective of Sammy the sniffer dog – perfect for younger readers aged 7 and upSetterpoo Sammy has a BRILLIANT sense of smell. She can sniff out ANYTHING.When Sammy uncovers a FAKE forged painting and is dognapped by villain Monsieur de Noir, she needs Best Human Friend, Beanie, Robin the sheepdog and Mogpuss the cat to help her out.Together the friends must launch a rescue mission t...

The third brilliantly funny family comedy told from the perspective of Sammy the sniffer dog – perfect for younger readers aged 7+Setterpoo Sammy has a BRILLIANT sense of smell. She can sniff out ANYTHING.Something strange is going on in Bloomington, and Sammy and her Best Human Friend Beanie must put their sleuthing skills to good use. The trail leads them all across town, and to a mystery involving one hundred stolen gold bars.When someone threate...