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- Chrystia From Peace River to Parliament Hill [electronic resource] : by Tsalikis, Catherine.aut; cloudLibrary;
The intriguing, in-depth story of the most powerful woman in Canadian politics. Catherine Tsalikis traces Chrystia Freeland’s remarkable journey from the northwestern Alberta town of Peace River to Moscow, London, and New York, where she spent two decades as a journalist, to the halls of Parliament Hill as deputy prime minister and finance minister in Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government. Ambitious and talented with a work ethic to match, Freeland has had an impressive run since she entered politics in 2013: spearheading major trade negotiations, expertly navigating relations with an erratic US president, speaking out about human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia, and standing up to Vladimir Putin’s aggressions in Ukraine. With her impeccable research, seasoned perspective, and accessible style, Tsalikis brings Freeland’s story to life. The defining moments and experiences that shaped Freeland’s particular worldview illuminate the answers to larger social questions: how to live a good, useful life; how to hold fast to guiding principles; how to break through glass ceilings. This is a unique behind-the-curtains look at Canadian politics through the story of a trailblazing woman.General adult.
- Subjects: Electronic books.; Political; Canadian; Women;
- © 2024., House of Anansi Press Inc,
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- The House of Beckham Money, Sex and Power [electronic resource] : by Bower, Tom.aut; cloudLibrary;
For fans and watchers of the Beckham Netflix documentary who want the rest of the story—an explosive tell-all account of the real lives of David and Victoria Beckham. As one of the most famous and influential couples in the world, David and Victoria Beckham have attained iconic status. The ultimate power couple have together built a multi-billion-dollar global brand. For decades, adoring fans have been captivated by the glamorous world they have created, while their unrivalled fusion of showbiz, fashion, football and celebrity has been cultivated alongside the image of a strong marriage. When the much-trailed Netflix documentary Beckham aired in 2023, viewers were offered an even more intimate insight into their private lives. Produced by the Beckhams themselves, the series raised many questions, not only about their success and personal relationship, but also about the ruthlessly successful management of their image in the media. Are their lives really as perfect as the Beckhams would like the world to believe? Through extensive research, expert sourcing and interviews with insiders, Britain’s most celebrated investigative biographer, Tom Bower, has unearthed a succession of revelations that give surprising insight into the reality of ‘Brand Beckham’. Exploring the couple’s relationship, and the truth about their football and fashion careers, their finances and their new life in Miami, The House of Beckham unravels the extraordinary reality of the business-savvy cultural icons to tell an engrossing, often astonishing story of money, sex and power.
- Subjects: Electronic books.; Rich & Famous; Entertainment & Performing Arts; Sports;
- © 2024., HarperCollins,
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- The Girl from Greenwich Street A Novel of Hamilton, Burr, and America's First Murder Trial [electronic resource] : by Willig, Lauren.aut; CloudLibrary;
Based on the true story of a famous trial, this novel is Law and Order: 1800, as Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr investigate the shocking murder of a young woman who everyone—and no one—seemed to know. At the start of a new century, a shocking murder transfixes Manhattan, forcing bitter rivals Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr to work together to save a man from the gallows.  Just before Christmas 1799, Elma Sands slips out of her Quaker cousin’s boarding house—and doesn’t come home. Has she eloped? Run away? No one knows—until her body appears in the Manhattan Well. Her family insists they know who killed her. Handbills circulate around the city accusing a carpenter named Levi Weeks of seducing and murdering Elma.  But privately, quietly, Levi’s wealthy brother calls in a special favor…. Aaron Burr’s legal practice can’t finance both his expensive tastes and his ambition to win the 1800 New York elections. To defend Levi Weeks is a double win: a hefty fee plus a chance to grab headlines. Alexander Hamilton has his own political aspirations; he isn’t going to let Burr monopolize the public’s attention. If Burr is defending Levi Weeks, then Hamilton will too. As the trial and the election draw near, Burr and Hamilton race against time to save a man’s life—and destroy each other. Part murder mystery, part thriller, part true crime, The Girl From Greenwich Street revisits a dark corner of history—with a surprising twist ending that reveals the true story of the woman at the center of the tale.
- Subjects: Electronic books.; Legal; Historical; Historical;
- © 2025., HarperCollins,
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- The Night We Lost Him [electronic resource] : by Dave, Laura.aut; Whelan, Julia.nrt; cloudLibrary;
An instant New York Times bestseller from the author of The Last Thing He Told Me “Dave’s signature blend of twisty mystery, family drama, and moving love story is top-notch” (The Boston Globe) in this instant New York Times bestseller where estranged siblings chase a fifty-year-old family secret that shaped their father’s mysterious life—and death… “Pulse pounding suspense and moving family drama” —People “A master storyteller. You won’t want to miss this one.” —Harlan Coben “The perfect mix of heart-pounding and heartfelt…Dave delivers yet another suspenseful page-turner that should be a book club staple for a long time to come.” —New York Post Nora Noone’s father was many things to many people. To the public he was a self-made titan of industry, whose luxury boutique hotels were among the most coveted destinations in the world. To his three ex-wives, he was a loving yet distant family man who managed to keep his finances—and his families—separate. But, to Nora, he was always a mystery—especially after his suspicious death at his cliffside home. Though the authorities insist there was no foul play, Nora and her estranged brother, Sam, believe otherwise. As they form an uneasy alliance to unpack the mystery, they start putting together the pieces of their father’s past and uncover a family secret that changes everything. With Laura Dave’s “signature blend of pulse-pounding suspense” (People) and “trademark emotional heft” (New York Post), The Night We Lost Him is a “propulsive” (Oprah Daily) must-read, with a heartbreaking final twist you’ll never see coming.
- Subjects: Audiobooks.; Contemporary Women;
- © 2024., Simon & Schuster,
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- On the Edge The Art of Risking Everything [electronic resource] : by Silver, Nate.aut; cloudLibrary;
“Engaging and entertaining… a glimpse of the economy of the future.” —Tim Wu, New York Times Book Review From the New York Times bestselling author of The Signal and the Noise, the definitive guide to our era of risk—and the players raising the stakes   In the bestselling The Signal and the Noise, Nate Silver showed how forecasting would define the age of Big Data. Now, in this timely and riveting new book, Silver investigates “the River,” the community of like-minded people whose mastery of risk allows them to shape—and dominate—so much of modern life. These professional risk-takers—poker players and hedge fund managers, crypto true believers and blue-chip art collectors—can teach us much about navigating the uncertainty of the twenty-first century. By immersing himself in the worlds of Doyle Brunson, Peter Thiel, Sam Bankman-Fried, Sam Altman, and many others, Silver offers insight into a range of issues that affect us all, from the frontiers of finance to the future of AI. Most of us don’t have traits commonly found in the River: high tolerance for risk, appreciation of uncertainty, affinity for numbers—paired with an instinctive distrust of conventional wisdom and a competitive drive so intense it can border on irrational. For those in the River, complexity is baked in, and the work is how to navigate it. People in the River have increasing amounts of wealth and power in our society, and understanding their mindset—and the flaws in their thinking— is key to understanding what drives technology and the global economy today. Taking us behind the scenes from casinos to venture capital firms, and from the FTX inner sanctum to meetings of the effective altruism movement, On the Edge is a deeply reported, all-access journey into a hidden world of power bro­kers and risk-takers.
- Subjects: Electronic books.; Forecasting; Recreations & Games; Probability & Statistics;
- © 2024., Penguin Publishing Group,
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- Investing in fixer-uppers : a complete guide to buying low, fixing smart, adding value, and selling (or renting) high. by DeCima, Jay P.;
Nobody wants to buy an ugly, decrepit, rundown house-which is exactly why they provide real estate investors with the best bargains! In 'Investing in Fixer-Uppers', nationally known real estate guru Jay DeCima reveals how investors can add thousands of dollars to the value of an "ugly" house". The bestselling guide for beginner real estate investors is back, and better than ever-with more than 40% new material to help you find-and profit from-new opportunities in today's market. When the first edition of the bestselling 'Investing in Fixer-Uppers' came out in 2003, browsing newspaper classified ads was the best way to search for fixer-uppers. Now, updated to reflect modern realities in the drastically changed property market, 'Investing Fixer-Uppers', Revised Edition gives you the most timely, accessible guide to finding great opportunities-and profiting handsomely-in the today's market. Written with the hands-on, real-life expertise of seasoned investor-educators with more than 250 properties between them, 'Investing in Fixer-Uppers' provides an easy-to-follow roadmap for adding value to a rundown house or apartment and profiting tens of thousands of dollars-without waiting for appreciation. In these pages, you'll learn about the power of seller financing, how to create a million-dollar property, how to specialize in the right kinds of properties, and more.Library Bound Incorporated
- Subjects: BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Economics / General; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / General; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Investments & Securities / Real Estate; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Real Estate / Buying & Selling Homes; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Real Estate / General;
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- Expert resumes & LinkedIn profiles for managers and executives : capture attention ... capture opportunities / by Enelow, Wendy S.,author.; Kursmark, Louise,author.;
Expert Resumes & LinkedIn Profiles for Managers and Executives was written specifically to address the nuances of writing for senior-level job search candidates. For managers and executives, writing resumes and LinkedIn profiles is a complex process that requires strategy, careful selection of the right material to showcase, and the most-effective presentation style to capture the targeted audience. Management and executive job seekers must consider how best to: Communicate their personal brand and value; Identify qualifications, experiences, and achievements most related to current career goals; Position their most relevant and impressive information with the right language and format to capture attention and inspire interest; Determine how best to write and present extensive career information for maximum impact; Cull past experiences to showcase early career success; Format and design their resume to maximize visual focus on what matters most; Create a LinkedIn profile that is a complement to the resume-- but not an exact copy, written to showcase personality and keyword optimized to attract recruiters and employers. This book addresses all of these topics and much more. The first section of the book provides an in-depth analysis of each critical component of writing, formatting, and designing senior-level resumes and LinkedIn profiles-- everything from crafting personal branding statements, to determining your best resume structure, to writing job descriptions that are rich in content, achievement, and keywords. The second section includes 100+ pages of sample resumes and LinkedIn profiles targeted to all levels of management and executive careers-- from front-line managers to CEOs, and all positions in between. Expert Resumes & LinkedIn Profiles for Managers and Executives is the latest in the authors' library of 20+ books. By following the writing strategies and actions outlined in the book, senior-level job seekers will become confident in communicating their brands, marketing their expertise, and moving their careers forward.
- Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; LinkedIn (Electronic resource); Cover letters.; Executives; Online social networks.; Résumés (Employment);
- Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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China Finance
Mode of access: Internet.
- Subjects: Business & Current Affairs;
- © , China International Book Trade
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Mes Finances
Mode of access: Internet.
- Subjects: Business & Current Affairs;
- © , Infomedia
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