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The past is capricious enough to support every stance - no matter how questionable. In 2002, the Bush administration decided that dealing with Saddam Hussein was like appeasing Hitler or Mussolini, and promptly invaded Iraq. Were they wrong to look to history for guidance? No; their mistake was to exaggerate one of its lessons while suppressing others of equal importance. History is often hijacked through suppression, manipulation, and, sometimes, even outright deception. MacMillan's book is packed full of examples of the abuses of history. In response, she urges us to treat the past with care and respect.
Catterall covers the Conservatives' return to office in 1951 and the personalities and politics of Churchill's and Eden's governments, culminating in Macmillan's accession to the premiership in 1957.
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Known for his orchestral, operatic and choral works, James MacMillan (b. 1959) appeals across the spectrum of contemporary music making. James MacMillan appeals across the spectrum of contemporary music making and is particularly celebrated for his orchestral, operatic and choral pieces. This book, published in time to mark the composer's sixtieth birthday, is thefirst in-depth look at his life, work and aesthetic. From his beginnings in rural Ayrshire and his early work with Sir Peter Maxwell Davies, through the international breakthrough success of The Confession of Isobel Gowdie, the continuing success of works such as the percussion concerto Veni, Veni, Emmaneul and his choral pieces, to...
What does classical philosophy have to offer modern business? Nothing less than the secrets to building great morale and productivity in any size organization. This is the message that Tom Morris will deliver this year to thousands of executives of leading companies such as Merrill Lynch, Coca Cola, Bayer, and Northwestern Mutual Life. In If Aristotle Ran General Motors, Morris, who taught philosophy at Notre Dame for fifteen years, shares the knowledge that he garnered from a lifetime of studying the writings and teachings of history's wisest thinkers and shows how to apply their ideas in today's business environment. Although he frequently draws on the wisdom of Aristotle, Morris also find...
This Civil War biography examines the extraordinary life and legacy of one of America's most ingenious military minds. A modest and unassuming man, Ulysses S. Grant was also remarkably accomplished, Undefeated in battle, Grant led the Union to victory over the Confederacy during the Civil War, and ultimately became President of the reunited states. He also revolutionized military warfare by creating new leadership tactics and integrating new technologies in classical military strategy. In this compelling biography, military historian John Mosier reveals the man behind the military legend, showing how Grant's creativity and genius off the battlefield shaped him into one of our nation's greatest military leaders.
A big scene board book about vehicles with search and find activities for toddlers.Explore the detailed scenes of everyday life and spot what all the characters are doing in this wonderfully quirky big board book, beautifully illustrated by Neiko Ng.In My First Search and Find: Things That Go, children will discover a wealth of vehicles from bicycles, buses, diggers, cars and planes to scooters, speedboats and unicycles! With labels to identify key vehicles and search and find activities on every page, there's loads for children and parents to talk about and return to again and again.
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Harold Macmillan's diaries from 1959-1966 offer the most complete and entertaining account of any modern Premiership. Written up at the end of each day in a lively, witty style, they provide a fascinating, personal record of his experiences governing the nation, including several key events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, Britain's bid for entry into Europe, the build up to the Vietnam war, and the Profumo Affair, a scandal that went to the heart of his own government and came to typify the 'you've never had it so good' sixities. His was a premiership during a time of immense change in Britain and these journals are an essential insight into inner government at the time. 'Macmillan's wry aphorisms sparkle' - Daily Telegraph 'an enthralling book' - Sunday Telegraph 'some splendid gems that deserve immortality' - New Statesman