Palgrave Macmillan

One of the major problems facing business leaders today is how to reinvent their business to survive and excel. Strategy innovations remain elusive to many, and there has yet to be a widely accepted theory on how to achieve the success of trendsetters such as Apple or Cirque du Soleil. Strategy by Design illustrates how to use many of the...

The 2nd edition of this broad-ranging text examines the political dynamic of the European Parliament within the EU and sets it in the broader context of comparative legislative analysis. It presents a comprehensive introduction to the European Parliament (EP) by two leading authorities. The book assesses the EP's role and effectiveness as a...

Whether you've never tried Atkins, or you have but had difficulty 'staying on' the plan, 'Dr Atkins for Life' is for you. Filled with advice and tips on navigating the every-day challenges that come with eating low-carbohydrate in a high-carbohydrate world, the book provides a simple and straightforward maintenance program for anyone to follow....

A sequel to Child Neglect: Identification and Assessment, this new book offers detailed practical guidance on multidisciplinary planning and intervention in cases of child neglect. Drawing on up-to-date research, theory and key examples, this is an essential resource for all those working with neglected children....

A description and analysis of the problems facing the minority languages of Europe during the coming years of political and economic integration....

This major comparative study examines the challenges faced by countries of postcommunist Europe in reforming and professionalizing their armed forces. It explores how the interaction of the common challenges of postcommunism and the diverse circumstances of individual countries are shaping professionalization processes in this changing region. The...