Böcker av John Butler

Why the gold standard is due for a comeback A reserve currency can only function as such if there is a general consensus that it provides a stable store of value. Without this trust, money, no matter what form it takes, will be abandoned-either suddenly in a crisis, or gradually over time-in favor of something else.

Coventry; England's car industry's heart in the 1930s to the "ghost town" of the 1980s and Falset, the capital of a rural underdeveloped agricultural forgotten area of Catalonia, over the same periods, would seem to have little in common, and it's very true. The only thing they share is the backdrop to a less than united Irish Catholic family.The ideological decade of the 1930s wrought massive changes throughout Europe. The Spanish Civil War was the first line of defence against fascist expansion. Overwhelming air and firepower brought about a predictable defeat with a forty year military fascist regime imposed on the Spanish people.This book looks at the events of the war in the late 30s, and the aftermath in the decade following the death and demise of the brutal Franco regime through the eyes of two foreigners from Coventry. The result is an entertaining and humorous story about intercultural encounters and misunderstandings, war, love and passion.It is a journey of discovery passing through the ever powerful deep basic emotions of love, betrayal and death.

The office of Archbishop of Canterbury is the oldest continuous institution in Britain - older than the English crown and much older than Parliament. This new Pitkin captures the story of Archbishop faith and power, wisdom and folly and explores how high principle is matched at times by craven self-interest.

Crossing the Rubicon is a practical, proven system to bring clarity and focus to your personal and professional life. Personal strategy goes beyond basic planning, goal setting and personal leadership coaching.

'The Tenderloin bleeds its raw honesty onto every page - it is a truly felt and moving book' Kevin Barry, author of City of Bohane It's 1995 and Evan has embarked on an adventure that will change his life - leaving home in Dublin for the rolling hills and fog-swept bays of San Francisco. Between the Internet revolution and the rave culture of this liberal city, young naive Evan is completely clueless about how to succeed. But he's determined to stumble on, looking for work, looking for love, and - ultimately - looking to define himself. Soon, though, the troubles of his past catch up with him, and everything begins to unravel. 'Funny, sharp-eyed and deeply atmospheric' Belinda McKeon, author of Solace 'A bracingly honest, entertaining and sharply well-observed coming of age story' Sunday Independent

Zucchini is one of the gardens'' most prolific plants, but its bounty often leaves gardeners wondering what to do with the fruit, other than hiding them in unsuspecting neighbours'' cars and mailboxes. Master Chef John Butler presents 100 fresh ways to use zucchini, from appetizers to main dishes, breads and biscuits, sweet treats and more.

A very simple and enchanting book with sturdy card pages, that introduces the concept of mothers and babies in the animal world. The book works as a guessing game - the animal with the question: "Whose baby am I?" on one page and the answer revealedon the next.

A beautiful book and guessing game in one. Lots of cuddly animals like a kitten and dormouse sit alongside the less adorable slugs and spiders. Try and guess the most appropriate reaction - if you see a kitten, say 'Aaah' and if you see a spider, say 'Eeek!'. Highly interactive book for young toddlers.

A wonderfully tactile board book version of John Butler's fabulous Who Says Woof? Five favourite animals are here in all their furry, fuzzy glory, highlighted with beautifully soft flocking, making this book and guessing game a real visual and tactile treat.