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In Australia and Taiwan, Joel Atkinson examines the intriguing and important Australia-Taiwan relationship. He covers its history, the role of Taiwan in Australia’s relations with China and the US, and bilateral issues such as ministerial visits and the South Pacific.
Living with the Unexpected deals with complexity and uncertainty, two major challenges in a world faced with climate change and hazards. The study focuses on appropriate methods which enable vulnerable communities to cope effectively with natural hazards and disasters. The central goal of the book is an applicable combination of hazard management and development planning. Therefore, the reconstruction process following a disaster is understood as an opportunity for structural changes and self-organisation processes that foster sustainable development. In this context the potential of scenario planning as an evolutionary and participatory learning approach is addressed. The empirical research...
Originally published in 1985, and available for the first time in paperback, Bondmen & Rebels provides a pioneering study of slave resistance in the Americas. Using the large-scale Antigua slave conspiracy of 1736 as a window into that society, David Barry Gaspar explores the deeper interactive character of the relation between slave resistance and white control.
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Chuds Douglas has experienced a lot in his life. He was deported back to the UK, almost penniless, however he not only rebuilt his business empire, he even ventured into new ones, creating a unique Entertainment Complex and helping open a “one of a kind” Fusion Restaurant with his partner, Ro. However, on the way, he created some enemies, one of whom brought danger to his family and businesses as well as attracting the attention of the Security Services. Can he find a way to stop these threats once and for all... Darkly funny and thrilling this action packed adventure will keep you turning the pages until the very end.