This book challenges the notion that bigger local government is always better. Whilst the central government in Britain has often supported increases in local government size, the book argues that this has been detrimental, and has caused the erosion of distinctive community identities that were previously represented by local authorities empowered to make significant local choices about services and future strategy. Drawing from national and international evidence, it offers an alternative narrative about the size, role, function and purpose of local government to that currently dominating policy discussion. It aims to provide readers who oppose size increases in local government with the evidence and arguments to influence change in their areas. The book will appeal to policymakers working in central and local government, as well as academics interested in public policy, public
V naší podkategorii Knihy, která je součástí širší kategorie Filmy, knihy, hry, si můžete užít strhující literární dobrodružství. Najdete u nás široký výběr knih, které vás zavedou do fantastických světů plných záhad, emocí a napětí. Naše knihy pokrývají širokou škálu žánrů, včetně detektivních příběhů, historických románů, dobrodružných epopejí a sci-fi ság, abychom uspokojili všechny vášnivé čtenáře. Každá kniha, kterou nabízíme, je pečlivě vybrána a zaručuje vám nezapomenutelný zážitek. Naše seo-friendly stránky vám umožňují snadno procházet a vyhledávat mezi knihami podle autora, žánru nebo oblíbených sérií. Můžete si tak snadno najít svého oblíbeného spisovatele nebo objevovat nové talenty a literární skvosty. Kromě toho, že nabízíme knihy k prodeji, také se s vámi rádi podělíme o recenze, tipy na nejnovější literární trendy a informace o nadcházejících událostech nebo autorských setkáních. Rozšiřte si svou knihovnu o naše unikátní a neodolatelné tituly, které vám zaručeně dodají radost ze čtení a umožní vám uniknout do úžasného světa literatury.
\"Sharp, brilliantly plotted, and totally engrossing.\"--KAREN M. MCMANUS, New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying \"A crafty, dark, and disturbing story.\"--KATHLEEN GLASGOW, New York Times bestselling author of Girl In Pieces \"A little bit Riverdale and a little bit Veronica Mars.\"--RILEY SAGER, bestselling author of Final Girls A Goodreads Best Young Adult Book of the Year Nominee
From Susan Dennard, the New York Times bestselling author of the Witchlands series, comes a haunting and high-octane contemporary fantasy about the magic it takes to face your fears in a nightmare-filled forest and the mettle required to face the secrets hiding in the dark corners of your own family.An Instant New York Times BestsellerA Barnes & Noble YA Book Club PickAn Indigo Best Teen Book of 2022A
Prime suspect in the murder, Finn must race against time to clear his name and find out who hated his dad enough to kill him. Trawling the sordid, brutal London underworld for answers, Finn exposes dark family secrets and faces danger at every
Goku\'s adventure from the best-selling classic manga Dragon Ball continues in this new series written by Akira Toriyama himself! Ever since Goku became Earth\'s greatest hero and gathered the seven Dragon Balls to defeat the evil Boo, his life on Earth has grown a little dull. But new threats loom overhead, and Goku and his friends will have to defend the planet once again in this continuation of
Lavishly illustrated, this book presents a broad selection of paintings created over Richter\'s long career and compelling new essays by distinguished
This book examines how firms adapt to the pressures of increasing international competition by testing the arguments on strategy specialization proposed in the competitiveness literature in general, and by contributors to the varieties of capitalism debate in particular. If different economies are characterized by distinct institutional arrangements, successful firms would be those that exploit the
A beautiful, lively tour through the portraits of one of the most celebrated painters of 17th century Europe In this sumptuously illustrated volume, eminent art historian Sir Christopher White places the portraiture of renowned Flemish painter Anthony Van Dyck (1599-1641) in context among the work of his contemporaries working in and around the courts of seventeenth-century Europe. Van Dyck\'s artistic
Learning Analytics in the Classroom presents a coherent framework for the effective translation of learning analytics research for educational practice to its practical application in different education domains. Highlighting the real potential of learning analytics as a way to better understand and enhance student learning and with each chapter including specific discussion about what the research
A comprehensive, take-anywhere exercise program designed to improve men\'s strength, flexibility, balance, and postureHave years of office work wreaked havoc on your posture? Could your tennis or golf game use a boost? Do you appear or feel older than your age? Or do you carry yourself in a manner that expresses strength, power, and peak performance to everyone around you?In recent years, Pilates has
On January 17, 1913, alone and near starvation, Douglas Mawson, leader of the Australasian Antarctic Expedition, was hauling a sledge to get back to base camp. The dogs were gone. Now Mawson himself plunged through a snow bridge, dangling over an abyss by the sledge harness. A line of poetry gave him the will to haul himself back to the surface.Mawson was sometimes reduced to crawling, and one night
If you read the original Buffettology, you only know half of what you need to effectively apply Warren Buffett\'s investment strategies. Published in 1997, the bestselling Buffettology was written specifically for investors in the midst of a long bull market. Since then we\'ve seen the internet bubble burst, the collapse of Enron, and investors scrambling to move their assets--what remains of them--back
Learn to draw manga and anime characters with 50+ easy step-by-steps in three styles: manga-style humans, chibi-style humans, and
\'I\'ll be more enthusiastic about encouraging thinking outside the box when there\'s evidence of any thinking going on inside it.\'The most quotable writer of our time, Terry Pratchett\'s unique brand of wit made him both a bestseller and an enduring, endearing source of modern
How can tomorrow ever be as good as today? Afraid of tomorrow, a little boy puts all his scientific knowledge to use in an attempt to turn back time and stay in the wonderful past. His grandfather reassures the boy that there is plenty to look forward to and that every day gives the chance for a new
This wide-ranging study explores how Czech and German nationalism influenced the reception of Mozart\'s operas in Prague over the centuries. It demonstrates the role of politics in the construction of the Western musical canon, revealing how both Czech and German factions in Prague used Mozart\'s legacy to promote their political
The Christmas nativity story has been told and retold probably more than any other story in existence! However, many presentations are unbiblical and contain traditional misconceptions. This graphic novel (for all ages) intertwines the relevant, unedited gospel verses into a chronological narrative set in it\'s original ethnic and historical context. Presented with a matte laminated cover and high-quality,
Whether you are approaching tattoos for the first time and want to start small, or you\'re a longtime fan and only have just that tiny little spot left, you will appreciate this book and its philosophy: small & meaningful. This book collects over 400 small original designs to inspire your own: flower tattoos wanderlust tattoos birds tattoos dragons tattoos unalome tattoos zodiac signs tattoos crown
Econophysics explores the parallels between physics and economics and is an exciting topic that is attracting increasing attention. However there is a lack of literature that explains the topic from a broad perspective. This book introduces advanced undergraduates and graduate students in physics and engineering to the topic from this outlook, and is accompanied by rigorous mathematics which ensures
2\" ruled margins allow you to capture notes, prayers, and thoughts right inside your Bible. \"This edition includes just about everything I want in a Bible, and excludes everything I don\'t.\" --Bible Design Blog The ESV Single Column Journaling Bible features an easy-to-follow, single-column format with two-inch ruled margins, enabling you to easily align your notes, thoughts, and prayers alongside
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