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In organizations today, getting work done requires political and collaborative skills. That’s why the first edition of this book has been widely adopted as a guide for consultants, project leaders, staff experts, and anyone else who does not have direct authority but who is nevertheless accountable for results. In this revised edition, leadership gurus Allan Cohen and David Bradford explain how to get cooperation from those over whom you have no official authority by offering them help in the form of the “currencies” they value. This classic work, now revised and updated, gives you powerful techniques for cutting through interpersonal and interdepartmental barriers, and motivating people to lend you their support, time, and resources.
A new and updated edition of this number-one bestselling crossword dictionary, offering more help than ever before to the crossword solver. Bradford's Crossword Solver's Dictionary is the only crossword dictionary written by a real author with a lifetime's experience in solving and compiling crosswords. This new edition is based on intelligent in-depth analysis of 45 years of crossword clues, and every word in it has appeared as a genuine crossword clue solution.
Examining the surprisingly complex perceptual abilities of so-called "simpler" animals, including jumping spiders, bees, praying mantids, butterflies, cockroaches, bladder grasshoppers, crayfish, mantis shrimps, octopuses, and toads.
The First Accounts of New World is a unique collection of the earliest historical accounts from colonial America. It includes three autobiographical works of two prominent colonial leaders, Edward Winslow andWilliam Bradford - Good Newes From New England, Of Plymouth Plantation and Mourt's Relation. These diaries describe the story of the Pilgrims from 1608, when they settled in the Dutch Republic on the European mainland through the 1620 Mayflower voyage to the New World, until the year 1647.
The Mayflower was an English ship that transported the first English Puritans, known today as the Pilgrims, from Plymouth, England to the New World in 1620. There were 102 passengers. The culmination of the voyage in the signing of the Mayflower Compact was an event which established a rudimentary form of democracy, with each member contributing to the welfare of the community. Contents: The Mayflower Ship's Log The Name — "Mayflower" The Mayflower's Charter and the Adventurers The Officers and Crew of the Mayflower The Mayflower's Passengers History of Plymouth Plantation Mayflower Descendants and Their Marriages for Two Generations After the Landing Ye Compacte Signed in Ye Cabin of Ye Mayflower Ye 11 of November Anno Dominie 1620 A Short History of the Church of the Pilgrim Founders of New England The Mayflower Passengers Their Children and Grandchildren About the Mayflower Mayflower Structure and Layout Early History Voyage Later History Second Mayflower Place in History ...
The anthology 'The Mayflower Voyage & Its Aftermath 4 Books in One Volume' serves as a comprehensive exploration of the seminal event in American history, encompassing a variety of narratives that detail the perilous journey of the Mayflower and the establishment of Plymouth Colony. This collection unites a diverse range of literary styles, from firsthand accounts to scholarly analyses, offering readers a multi-faceted understanding of this pivotal moment. The works included provide a rich tapestry of perspectives, illustrating not only the voyage itself but the broader implications for both the indigenous peoples and the settlers. Among these, significant pieces stand out for their depth of...
The Mayflower was an English ship that transported the first English Puritans, known today as the Pilgrims, from Plymouth, England to the New World in 1620. There were 102 passengers. The culmination of the voyage in the signing of the Mayflower Compact was an event which established a rudimentary form of democracy, with each member contributing to the welfare of the community. Contents: The Mayflower Ship's Log The Name — "Mayflower" The Mayflower's Charter and the Adventurers The Officers and Crew of the Mayflower The Mayflower's Passengers History of Plymouth Plantation Mayflower Descendants and Their Marriages for Two Generations After the Landing Ye Compacte Signed in Ye Cabin of Ye Mayflower Ye 11 of November Anno Dominie 1620 A Short History of the Church of the Pilgrim Founders of New England The Mayflower Passengers Their Children and Grandchildren About the Mayflower Mayflower Structure and Layout Early History Voyage Later History Second Mayflower Place in History ...
The Mayflower was an English ship that famously transported the first English Puritans, known today as the Pilgrims, from Plymouth, England to the New World in 1620. There were 102 passengers, and the crew is estimated to have been about 30, but the exact number is unknown. This voyage has become a cultural icon in the history of the United States, with its story of death and survival in the harsh New England winter environment. The culmination of the voyage was the signing of the Mayflower Compact, an event which established a rudimentary form of democracy, with each member contributing to the welfare of the community. Contents: The Mayflower Ship's Log History of Plymouth Plantation Mayflower Descendants and Their Marriages for Two Generations After the Landing History of the Mayflower
This edition offers you a complete overview of the American history before the great revolution, the wars after the uprising, and the impact of the revolution itself. This meticulously edited book includes all the documents which are crucial for the history of USA before and after the Revolution and the works that influenced the revolutionary thinking. Contents: The History of the American Revolution: The Beginnings The Crisis The Continental Congress Independence First Blow at the Centre Second Blow at the Centre Saratoga The French Alliance Valley Forge Monmouth and Newport War on the Frontier War on the Ocean A Year of Disasters Benedict Arnold Yorktown Key Speeches and Documents: First C...
William Bradford's 'Of Plymouth Plantation (Complete Edition)' provides readers with a firsthand account of the Pilgrims' journey to the New World, their struggles in establishing a successful colony, and their interactions with the Native Americans. Written in a straightforward and informative style, the book offers valuable insights into the challenges faced by the early settlers and the importance of perseverance and cooperation in building a new community. Bradford's work is considered a primary source in American history and provides a unique perspective on the early years of Plymouth Colony. Readers will appreciate the detailed descriptions of daily life, religious beliefs, and political decisions made by the settlers. The book's historical significance and Bradford's personal experiences as a leader within the colony make it a compelling and educational read for students and scholars alike.