Rat Race by Dick Francis: Book Review Introduction Dick Francis built a reputation for crime fiction rooted in the world of horse racing, often featuring characters whose specialist knowledge helps them navigate dangerous situations. First published in 1970, Rat Race takes a slightly different route by bringing aviation into the mix. The September 1997 Pan…
The Law of the Parish Church by Sir William Dale: Book Review Author: Sir William Dale Edition: Sixth Edition Publisher: Butterworth Publication year: 1989 Format: Paperback ISBN-13: 9780406114006 Introduction The parish church has a long-established place in English religious and community life, supported by a framework of laws, responsibilities and institutional arrangements. Understanding these rules…
New Parish Prayers by Frank Colquhoun: Book Review Editor: Frank Colquhoun ISBN-13: 9780340908419 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Publication year: 2005 Format: Paperback Pages: 224 Introduction Prayer occupies an important place in Christian worship, offering a way to express gratitude, seek comfort, mark significant occasions and bring personal and community concerns before God. For clergy and…
The Rise and Fall of Strategic Planning by Henry Mintzberg: Book Review Author: Henry Mintzberg ISBN-13: 9780137818242 Category: Business Strategy and Management Introduction Strategic planning has long been treated as an essential part of successful management. Organisations invest considerable time and resources in setting objectives, analysing markets, preparing forecasts and developing detailed plans for the…