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In "The Learning Paradox," Jim Harris weaves together topics including leadership, customer service, value, economy, information, technology, learning organizations, and environment. He shows how the current economy is changing the relationships between customers, organizations, employees, and managers. "The Learning Paradox" is dedicated to helping organizations and individuals adapt to this economy. Harris divides twelve chapters into two parts.

In Part I, Harris examines the paradoxes between the "Old Rules" and the "New Rules". He discusses how security is now based on adaptability, not stability. He writes entire chapters on how leaders can become Problem-Finders and Opportunity Seekers, how to create sustainable enterprises, and how to create value within organizations.

Part II is dedicated to the shifts in thinking required for an organization to thrive in the changing economy. He practices what he preaches in the value-added department: he includes discussion questions with these chapters. Readers can share the chapters with their teams and use these questions to discuss their organization's future.

Harris fills his book with case studies and examples of how some organizations already are shifting gears, taking advantage of technological advances, and adding value for their employees and customers. His research is carefully documented and end-noted so his readers can easily learn more if they like. Harris' writing style is straight-forward and very easy to read. This book has been very useful for me in thinking about our organization's needs and future.

The Learning Paradox shares its practical concepts and insightful ideas in many areas that people and organizations need work on! From the page that you are encouraged to rip out before you start to the final words from other leaders and authors, Jim Harris captured my imagination.

At work it is often hard to remember where you are going, let alone how to get there. When I look to enhance the workplace and make myself more valuable, Jim's chapter on Creating Value reminds me about control, teamwork, alignment and continuous learning.

The section called Shifting to the New Realities delves into the information technology impacting us all, from the Web to the Environment. It also serves as an excellent handbook on customer retention and delight. How often we aim for that -- but how hard it is to maintain! Jim manages to use substantial evidence to support his ideas, yet makes it all seem absolutely do-able!

I can't recommend this book and author highly enough! Be sure to also read his technology and Internet information -- it is provocative and exciting.

In "The Learning Paradox," Jim Harris weaves together topics including leadership, customer service, value, economy, information, technology, learning organizations, and environment. He shows how the current economy is changing the relationships between customers, organizations, employees, and managers. "The Learning Paradox" is dedicated to helping organizations and individuals adapt to this economy. Harris divides twelve chapters into two parts.

In Part I, Harris examines the paradoxes between the "Old Rules" and the "New Rules". He discusses how security is now based on adaptability, not stability. He writes entire chapters on how leaders can become Problem-Finders and Opportunity Seekers, how to create sustainable enterprises, and how to create value within organizations.

Part II is dedicated to the shifts in thinking required for an organization to thrive in the changing economy. He practices what he preaches in the value-added department: he includes discussion questions with these chapters. Readers can share the chapters with their teams and use these questions to discuss their organization's future.

Harris fills his book with case studies and examples of how some organizations already are shifting gears, taking advantage of technological advances, and adding value for their employees and customers. His research is carefully documented and end-noted so his readers can easily learn more if they like. Harris' writing style is straight-forward and very easy to read. This book has been very useful for me in thinking about our organization's needs and future.

do yourselves a favor-- fancy yourself a playwright?

take a note from judith thompson's lion in the streets.

otherwise, you're not getting it.

This play is brilliant. I don't know what is in the water in Canada, but it certainly has one major side affect.... AMAZING TALENT. Read this play. Read it often. Buy it now.

Judith Thompson writes like no other playwright I have come across. It is like a poetic version of language we hear every day on the streets. Her mixture of unsettlingly extreme, yet disturbingly real situations and dark humor take the reader on an emotional ride that is not soon forgotten. As an actor,I find the emotional life and depth she gives to each character in a scene (no matter how small the part) is such a refreshing change. The reader, or audience gets a real look at each characters inner core, even though their scene may be over within a matter of minutes. This play is extremely underated and should be read by all. There are lions in all of our streets, and we must learn to take our lives back.

This book is a must-have for all parents of young children. I know it will become a family favorite in your family as it has in mine. It is one of the few picture books I have kept on my shelf (I'm 14 now)because of how special it is; I could never give it up. I don't think anyone would be able to say anything bad about this book. It has amazing illustrations. They are super cute, colorful, and life-like. The story is about a teddy bear who awakens to find that his trousers have been misplaced. He goes around all day asking his friends if they have seen them. They all say the same thing- they were using them (for some very unique purposes) but when they were finished with them they let someone else use them. Finaly Little Bear catches up with his pants and it's worth the wait. If you decide to purchase this book pick up a couple more of Jane Hissey's Old Bear stories, you won't be dissapionted in any of them.

Our (hard copy) of, Little Bear's Trousers, has been read dozens of times! The illustrations are extraordinary, and the creative uses Little Bear's friends make of his trousers are inventive and practical! The story has a joyful ending wherein all the friends can celebrate not only the return of Little Bear's trousers but some time together enjoying a bit of cake. The ONLY complaint I would make about this book (and which was actually pointed out to me by my six 1/2 year old daughter) is that of the nine characters, only two are female. We, however, have rectified this situation by granting them a new sexual status virtually everytime we read this book. Both of my kids (one boy, one girl) adore this book and have for years. Highly recommeded!

This book is a must-have for all parents of young children. I know it will become a family favorite in your family as it has in mine. It is one of the few picture books I have kept on my shelf (I'm 14 now)because of how special it is; I could never give it up. I don't think anyone would be able to say anything bad about this book. It has amazing illustrations. They are super cute, colorful, and life-like. The story is about a teddy bear who awakens to find that his trousers have been misplaced. He goes around all day asking his friends if they have seen them. They all say the same thing- they were using them (for some very unique purposes) but when they were finished with them they let someone else use them. Finaly Little Bear catches up with his pants and it's worth the wait. If you decide to purchase this book pick up a couple more of Jane Hissey's Old Bear stories, you won't be dissapionted in any of them.

This IS the absolute best book ever you have to read it!!!

Looking At The Moon Is a wonderful tale of a young girl going throug hard times in her life. Norah a young war guest is spending the summer at her guardians summer house. There she learns many things about herself and about the war. She also falls in love for the first time, and finds out how hard it is to be in love. This is a WONDERFUL book. Also you should read the first on The Sky Is Falling, and the last on The Lights Go On. It is a WONDERFUL Triology

this book is suitable to readers 12-16 as it is so down to earth and you can really feel Norahs feeling towards her cousin! I love the way her Aunts nag her and tell her about the pains fo growing up. I reacomend this to 12-16 year olds because i feel you need to be near her age

This book is a companion to Chartrand's excellent work, Ticonderoga 1758. Both cover the French and Indian war battles in its critical year, the year the British took the initiative.

This book comprises of the background of what was to be Britian's main effort in the Seven Year's War, the seige and subjugation of the fortress Louisbourg. It stood as a bulwark to any British advance to Quebec itself, and it's subjugation was long and hard as a seige could be. This book covers the seige itself day by day as it lasted for at least a month, with each passing day worsening the situation for the desperate French.

Regardless of the British victory, the French inflicted more losses on its foe outnumbering them by many times in part due to simple bravery and resiliance, even if they weren't as professional as the British (evidenced by their very lackluster breakout attempts from the city walls). All in all, a very good by for anybody intrested in the French and Indian war, or a very interesting battle in general. Great maps like any good Osprey, excellent illustrations by artist Patrice Courcelle, and a non-biased and interesting account place this amongst the best of Osprey's.

Rene Chartrand has added a volume on the British siege and capture of Fortress Louisbourg in 1758 to complement his earlier volume on the Battle of Ticonderoga. Together, these two Osprey titles add a wealth of new information and perspectives on these critical campaigns of the French and Indian War.

In Louisbourg 1758, Chartrand provides ample details from both the French and British sides, using several previously un-tapped sources. The result is a thorough account of a very professionally-conducted siege. A complete order of battle, including both ground and naval units, is provided. There is also information on the partisan warfare conducted by the displaced Acadians. Information on casualties on both sides is also provided.

The maps and artwork are excellent, although one minor exception is a map that clearly denotes all the major features within Fortress Louisbourg, such as the gates and bastions. The panoramic photos of the reconstructed Fort Louisbourg are excellent and add great value to this volume.

Chartrand focuses heavily on Brigadier General James Wolfe, perhaps somewhat slighting the other British brigadiers, but this is probably necessary due to the restricted size of the volume. All in all, this volume is a welcome addition for anyone interested in Eighteength Century Siege Warfare or the French and Indian War.

This book follows the Osprey Campaign series format. The 96 page book includes plenty of color & b/w photos, maps, diagrams, portraits of key leaders, and both 18th century and modern sketches of soldiers of various French & English units. There is a detailed order of battle of both land and sea units, plus some very nice 3 dimensional maps of the terrain. Particularly enjoyable were the modern recreations of several events by illustrator Patrice Courcelle.

For those unfamiliar with the Osprey Campaign books, the contents include sections dealing with the origins of the campaign, opposing plans, opposing commanders, opposing armies, the camaign, the siege day by day, the aftermath, and the site today. An index, chronology and suggested further reading, are also included.

Rene Chartrand does an excellent job of telling the story in an even-handed way so the reader can appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of both sides of the conflict. There are some very insightful comments and interesting ancedotes on leaders, troops and the times. The book is very readable.

Louisbourg is a National Park which includes an extensive, although not complete, recreation of the famous fortress-city. For those who can not visit, for reenactors, wargamers, and those interested in the F&I War this would be an good book to have.

The drawbacks are few. Namely the 3-dimensional maps might have been "zoomed-in", some photos of the park could have been of higher quality, and more tourist information should have been given. In spite of these minor shortcomings, LOUISBOURG 1758: WOLFE'S FIRST SIEGE is highly recommended.

This is a quick read for teens and adults alike. Written in everyday language, Mr. Sturgeon recounts the events he encountered as a teen boy having been mislead and in turn held captive for five month miles away from his family. It's a touching story of innocense lost, faith in God and a mother's love.

This is a great book. Lee Sturgeon tells his story in every day language where teens and elders alike will enjoy reading it. It's a wake up call for parents.

Mama, Pray Me Home is a very well-written book telling the true story of a young man who was subjected to a situation beyond his control. It is a story of faith, love, hope, and a strong belief in God. It is the story of a son who believes his mother can pray him home....and she does. I wholeheartedly recommend Mama, Pray Me Home for both teenagers and adults.

This is probably one of the best books that I have ever read. Because it was based on a true story, it haunted me for months after reading it. This is one that I will definitely reread some time in the future.

A Story of Survival is definitely a must read. I read this
book of almost 400 hundred pages in a span of a couple of
nights. I could not put it down. I was totally unaware of
this historical fact. I found the soiled paperback book on sale
at the library for ten cents. I am surprised that we were
taught nothing about this in school. I cannot relate how I
really fell about this book.

Elizabeth Boyer's superb historical novel is based on an actual survivor's story. Marguerite and her elderly nurse are left to die on a island off the coast of Canada. Her guardian announces that she had disgraced him and is no longer a virgin. No one appeals her unjust sentence on trumped up charges. The young man who had hoped to marry her shares her exile. Together the three people, none of them trained in farming or house building struggle to erect shelter, and plant crops before winter comes. Thye must survive the harsh deadly cold. Boyer makes you feel the brutal cold, the heavy snows, the despair that sometimes afflicts the isolated trio. "Peggy's Cove" in Canada is a tourist attraction today- a testament to the courage of Marguerite, her Hugueneot suitor, their love and courage. Both Marguerite and her husband are French Huguenots who marry themselves from the Bible. (apparently this was a custom at the time when French Protestants faced persecution from the King and Catholic church). It is a story of ma,n/woman against nature, the against the absolutist corrupt royalist system, against depression. Boyer's book celebrate human courage, integrity, and love. This is the finest historical novel I have ever read. Elizabeth Boyer also authored the book A Colony of One that attempts to unravel Marguerite's identity. Conspiracy, records destroyed by her uncle made this a fascinating exercise in detection

Arts Management Network recommends to buy this book, because no other book is currently available, which covers arts marketing in such a conceptual way. It is not written from a national but international point of view, so every arts manager and cultural administrator in the world, but also professionals busy with management, branding or promotion, will find this publication very useful. Indeed, Colbert has droped the term "arts marketing" to a new level!

Although much have been written in the are of arts and arts management, very little had been said about the marketing of the arts. This books fills the gap. The book will help artists in the marketing of their products

this is the best book on marketing the arts and culture in the context of the larger entertainment and leisure environment. An important addition to your library of marketing.

I loved this book!
It was so hard to put down.
Monica Hughes is a great storyteller, she kept me guessing almost to the last page.

I recommend this book for people who are 9 years old and up.
It was a great book and I think anyone who reads it will be satisfied.

The book begins with a chapter title of the name of the main character (oh dear, here we go... confusion), and many ive read that tend to jump from character to character reliving the same moment, either bore me from the same details (think "GO") or confuse me as I really dont know whats going on. Yet Monica Huges has managed to keep the balance right and not bore us with details, yet know exactly when to reveal others from another angle without the either of the two drawbacks that can occur. Her plot twists are astounding, and her attention to detail amazing as well.
Wonderfully written, I had this book pegged as one to read only on the bus, yet after the first ride, I had it done by the end of the night. I hope that Hughes will be continue to write as beautifully as she has in this 30-something publication.

The Maze is one of the best books I have ever read. It's about this girl Andrea aged 15 who is bullied by a group called The Six.Crystal and Sabrina are the leaders of this group. She is new to Abbotsville High and has not a very good life at home or at school. Her mother doesn't live with them and her Dad will not let Andrea keep correspondence. Her Dad is very quiet and kind of sad. He makes Andrea do all kinds of chores and she always listens.He also makes her wear clothes that are very unfashionable when the have the money to buy nice ones. But then she walks into a shop to hide from The Six. The shop has amulets and things. The lady who works at the shop gives her this box with a maze and a little stone in the middle to help her in some way. A few days later Sabrina and Crystal get sucked into the maze and Andrea has to go ans save them but Crystal's anger is making it harder for Andrea to save her. This is a very interesting read that I enjoyed every word of. It has amazing twists and turns that you will not want to put down. The ending awesome too.I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an excellent read aged 10 and up. By the way, the maze surely does help Andrea!

It was 1927; John Glassco was 17 when he left Montreal to go to Paris with the intention of becoming a famous writer. He kept a journal of his life there for the next five years. He was convinced he was a genius who would one day produce a masterpiece. The irony is that the masterpiece turned out to be these memoirs edited and published when he was 59.

John Glassco writes about the Paris arts scene of the 1920s, telling the story of an artist as a young man. It's not always true, but it is always fun, as fiction and autobiography blend to create a good read. Has all the sex, boozing and pathos that was typical of 1920s Paris as its been memorialized in literature, whether that's a good thing or not is for you to decide.

It's good to see that John Glassco's hilarious if not always reliable memoir of his youthful exploits in Paris is back in print. From what I gather, this edition includes an introduction that comments on the fictitiousness of some events described in the book and its real date of composition. (I'll give you a clue: it's later than you think.) So I would like to exhort everyone and anyone with an appetite for stories about the good old days in Paris, when James Joyce, Ernest Hemingway and Gertrude Stein roamed freely, to pick up this book and enjoy themselves.

However, you should bear in mind that around 25 per cent of it is fiction. Also, if you really want to know who's who, you are better off with the 1995 OUP edition with notes by Michael Gnarowski. This contains a good introduction and reveals the real identity of many thinly veiled characters in an appendix. (Djuna Barnes' lover Thelma Wood is renamed Emily Pine - you get the idea.) But if you are less detective minded than me, I guess this new edition will do just fine.

For further reading, I warmly recommend Being Geniuses Together by the very outspoken Robert McAlmon, with later material interpolated by Kay Boyle, yet another unreliable narrator. Both of these memoirs are infinitely more entertaining than Stein's The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas or Hemingway's maudlin A Moveable Feast. The last of these was hailed as a return to form, but I believe it contains much material that was actually written *earlier* than you'd think. Quite the opposite of Glassco in that respect!