Books by David Lewis

Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are high profile actors in the field of international development, as providers of services to vulnerable individuals and communities and as campaigning policy advocates. This book provides an introduction to the wide-ranging topic of NGOs and development. It highlights the importance of NGOs in development.

Excerpt from Life of St. John of the Cross of the Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel: Born A. D. 1542, Died 1591 The Order of our Lady of Mount Carmel had its beginnings in the east, where, for many generations, it grew and flourished, unknown to the dwellers in the west. From the day of the great prophets Elias and Eliseus - so runs the venerable tradition of Carmel* - the holy mountain was peopled by hermits who, by a life of prayer and penance, according to their measure, shadowed forth, from generation to generation, under the old law, the greater graces of the new. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Vampire Joseph Casey agrees to be tested by medical researchers who are interested in his healing abilities. In exchange, they'll help him locate his daughter that he has not seen in 150 years.

The Bullseye Principle is your complete guide to the award-winning, three-step process to influencing others through engaging and persuasive communication. This acclaimed methodology uses the same techniques that professional actors have utilized for centuries to appear confident, credible and compelling to their audiences. Now, in this step-by-step guide to The Pinnacle Method(TM), you can get what you want by becoming an intention-based communicator. Way too often, we make unconscious assumptions about how our audience perceives us when we communicate. By not paying attention to such critical conveyors as voice, message, and body language, the point of our communication often falls short or is lost all together. The intuitive methodology inside gives you a robust toolset of performer-based secrets to use in a psychologically grounded approach to influencing your audience's behavior in meetings, during presentations or while interviewing for a job. David Lewis and G. Riley Mills are two innovators who have brilliantly combined proficiencies in acting and corporate management to create an empowering system of communication that is the heart of their internationally-recognized firm Pinnacle Performance Company. This timely follow-up to their widely-popular The Pin Drop Principle fully updates the real-world examples of how this unique methodology is used by leading organizations across the globe to inspire behavior change by influencing emotion. Determine what you need from your audience and deliver the message that'll get it for you with The Bullseye Principle. For more information, please visit www.pinper.com. "This book has a wealth of practical advice and practices for people who want to make an impact through being authentic and effective communicators." --Patrick Boyle, Chief Learning Officer, Underwriters Laboratories "Lewis and Mills' understanding of communication and its influence on human relations is masterful. The Bullseye Principle is a MUST for anyone tasked with leading...and a must not-miss for everyone else!" --Gernot Schulz, internationally acclaimed conductor, and former conductor for the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra

A history of trade on the Ouse with access to never-before-published, first-hand accounts of a bargeman's working life.

Western aid is in decline. Non-traditional development actors from the developing countries and elsewhere are in the ascendant. A new set of global economic and political processes are shaping the twenty-first century. *BR**BR*This book engages with nearly two decades of continuity and change in the development industry. In particular, it argues that while the world of international development has expanded since the 1990s, it has become more rigidly technocratic. The authors insist on a focus upon the core anthropological issues surrounding poverty and inequality, and thus sharply criticise what are perceived as problems in the field. *BR**BR*Anthropology and Development is a completely rewritten edition of the best-selling and critically acclaimed Anthropology, Development and the Post-Modern Challenge (1996). It serves as both an innovative reformulation of the field, as well as a textbook for many undergraduate and graduate courses at leading international universities.

She prayed the day would never come, but when her past comes calling, Melissa James has no choice but to flee. Pursued and living on the run, she finds longed-for sanctuary in Amish country. Part thriller, art romance, Sanctuary is a compelling story of revenge, the price of freedom, and the solace found in friendship.

Offers a glimpse of a living American Indian religious tradition. This book includes descriptions of the selection and training of a medicine person, medicine plant uses, and ceremonies. Includes descriptions of the selection and training of a medicine person, medicine plant uses, and ceremonies of American Indians.

Focusing on NGO management, this work includes 12 case studies of NGO management issues and challenges; definitions of key terms; and more. Revealing the organizational challenges faced by NGOs, it is useful to those studying or working in NGOs, the voluntary sector, or development studies.

Tap into the powerful techniques of professional actors and great communicators The Pin Drop Principle is a step-by-step master class for anyone wishing to become a more confident and credible communicator.