James Hughes Boeken

Focusing on the regional dynamics of Siberia, the book explores how local conditions influenced Stalin's policies during the New Economic Policy (NEP) era. Dr. James Hughes delves into party-peasant relations, the kulak issue, and Stalin's patron-client networks, highlighting the regional effects of the 1927-28 grain crisis. His analysis reveals that the unique circumstances in Siberia significantly shaped Stalin's critical reassessment of the NEP, ultimately leading to the drastic measures of his "revolution from above" in 1929.

Why do some families thrive for generations? What accounts for the sad deterioration that others experience? This book takes families and the professionals who serve them beyond the now widely accepted practices offered in Family Wealth and offers a view of Hughes's panoramic insights into what makes families flourish and fail. It lays out the basis for the vision of family governance the author has been developing through his work and research. His advice addresses not only what to do but how to think about the complex issues of family governance, growth, and stability and the ongoing challenge of nurturing the happiness of each family member.

A primer for families of high net worth on how to manage their qualitative and financial wealth for generations The second edition of this foundational work, Complete Family Wealth as Well-Being provides proven tools and best practices for families of means to use in maturing, maintaining, and managing personal and legacy wealth long into the future. The book is divided into three the "what"―what is meant by family, wealth, and enterprise; the "who"―the persons crucial to family enterprise flourishing; and the "how"―specific practices families can use to enhance and grow family wealth. The second edition of this work places the health and well-being of the individual members of the family unit at the forefront of every aspect detailed within the book. A natural product of this focus is an increased awareness of the social complexities of wealth that have come to the fore in recent years, and the team of expert authors here address the responsibility of private wealth to the public good. In addition, Complete Family Wealth 's second edition provides readers Having shaped the language used by families and their advisors with the first edition, Complete Family Wealth 's second edition is essential reading for families of high net worth and their financial advisors. It will also be of interest to family offices, fund managers, as well as private investors.

Through a critical exploration of the most widely held assumptions about the nature of the conflict, this book provides a comprehensive analysis of the causes and dynamics of the conflict from the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 to the present.

This biography provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and career of Spencer Perceval, one of the most prominent politicians and statesmen of the early 19th century. The authors draw on a wide range of primary sources, including Perceval's own correspondence and speeches, to paint a vivid picture of the man and his times. The biography is an important contribution to the study of British politics and history.

Set against a backdrop of suburban Australia and rural South Korea, a boy becomes a man and continues to question what he knows about the world. Understanding Almost Nothing of the World is a collage of fragmented memories about the ephemerality of childhood relationships and an evocative journey of self-realisation through the lens of adult naïvety. Understanding Almost Nothing of the World anatomises an Australian-ness in a global culture, and thence codifies the troubling and melancholic nature of the senseless. Moya Costello, 2019 Carmel Bird Digital Literary Award judge JAMES HUGHES lives in Melbourne. His stories have won The Angelo Natoli, Hal Porter and Tabor Adelaide prizes. His story, 'The Stone, The Storm, The End of Huckleberry Finn' was shortlisted in the international Bristol Short Story Prize.

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The book introduces a simplified approach to learning piano through ÔEcEÕ piano key Tablature, which connects piano keys with their corresponding notes on the music stave. This method aims to enhance understanding and make it easier for learners to grasp musical concepts, facilitating a smoother learning experience for both beginners and those looking to improve their skills.

This poetry collection showcases James Hughes' evolution over three decades, reflecting on themes of distance, longing, and the human experience. With a unique blend of personal reflection and broader existential queries, Hughes explores the intricacies of connection and separation. His lyrical style invites readers to engage deeply with the emotional landscapes he navigates, making each poem a poignant meditation on the passage of time and the enduring nature of memory.