Author: Marvi del Nero
Publisher: Scortecci
ISBN: 8567443261
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
Mum, you must come here, this country is so you!² In December 2001 Marvi landed in Sydney to be reunited with her younger son. Falling in love with the Sunburnt Country was instant. Till death do us part, she thought; till visa requirements tear us apart, she was to learn. The Visa Saga retells the peculiar story of this aspiring migrant with a touch of South American flair and a passionate Latin voice. Born and raised in Brazil, holder of Swiss citizenship, Marvi is an anglophile. She is devoted to Australia, where she has lived for over a decade. Follow Marvi on the pursuit of her Australian dream and cheer her on as she takes you on her travels between continents and diverse cultures.
THE VISA SAGA
Author: Marvi del Nero
Publisher: Scortecci
ISBN: 8567443261
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
Mum, you must come here, this country is so you!² In December 2001 Marvi landed in Sydney to be reunited with her younger son. Falling in love with the Sunburnt Country was instant. Till death do us part, she thought; till visa requirements tear us apart, she was to learn. The Visa Saga retells the peculiar story of this aspiring migrant with a touch of South American flair and a passionate Latin voice. Born and raised in Brazil, holder of Swiss citizenship, Marvi is an anglophile. She is devoted to Australia, where she has lived for over a decade. Follow Marvi on the pursuit of her Australian dream and cheer her on as she takes you on her travels between continents and diverse cultures.
Publisher: Scortecci
ISBN: 8567443261
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
Mum, you must come here, this country is so you!² In December 2001 Marvi landed in Sydney to be reunited with her younger son. Falling in love with the Sunburnt Country was instant. Till death do us part, she thought; till visa requirements tear us apart, she was to learn. The Visa Saga retells the peculiar story of this aspiring migrant with a touch of South American flair and a passionate Latin voice. Born and raised in Brazil, holder of Swiss citizenship, Marvi is an anglophile. She is devoted to Australia, where she has lived for over a decade. Follow Marvi on the pursuit of her Australian dream and cheer her on as she takes you on her travels between continents and diverse cultures.
The Mdivani Saga
Author: David Gigauri
Publisher: Book Guild Publishing
ISBN: 1835742033
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
What do Chanel, Sherlock Holmes, Salvador Dali, and the world’s richest heiress have in common? …they were all part of the Mdivani entourage. The creation of mass media in the 1920s paved the way for five siblings to become a global lifestyle celebrity. Though professional successes adorned them, scandal reigned supreme. As they married their way into the echelons of Hollywood, American and European high society, a moniker “The Marrying Mdivanis” was born. Always dramatic and often heart-breaking, this is a whirlwind epic spanning four continents, eleven weddings, seven divorces and five spectacular deaths with millions in play. The Mdivani Saga is an astonishing biographical account of one of the 20th century's most captivating families. The story follows five siblings born to a Georgian general and his socialite wife, once stirring intrigue at the Russian Imperial court. This riches-to-rags-and-back-again story follows the changing fortunes of the Mdivanis as they barely escaped a revolution with just a few dollars. Within a decade, the Mdivani had turned these dollars into millions when they became the epicentre of the international jet-set —until their dazzling world began to unravel.
Publisher: Book Guild Publishing
ISBN: 1835742033
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
What do Chanel, Sherlock Holmes, Salvador Dali, and the world’s richest heiress have in common? …they were all part of the Mdivani entourage. The creation of mass media in the 1920s paved the way for five siblings to become a global lifestyle celebrity. Though professional successes adorned them, scandal reigned supreme. As they married their way into the echelons of Hollywood, American and European high society, a moniker “The Marrying Mdivanis” was born. Always dramatic and often heart-breaking, this is a whirlwind epic spanning four continents, eleven weddings, seven divorces and five spectacular deaths with millions in play. The Mdivani Saga is an astonishing biographical account of one of the 20th century's most captivating families. The story follows five siblings born to a Georgian general and his socialite wife, once stirring intrigue at the Russian Imperial court. This riches-to-rags-and-back-again story follows the changing fortunes of the Mdivanis as they barely escaped a revolution with just a few dollars. Within a decade, the Mdivani had turned these dollars into millions when they became the epicentre of the international jet-set —until their dazzling world began to unravel.
Foreigners, Refugees or Minorities?
Author: Didier Bigo
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317133935
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
When immigration policy and the treatment of Roma collide in international relations there are surprising consequences which are revelatory of the underlying tensions between internal and external policies in the European Union. This book examines the relationship of citizenship, ethnicity and international relations and how these three aspects of the State, its people and its neighbours relate to one another. It studies the wide issue of international relations, citizenship and minority discrimination through the lens of the case study of European Roma who seek refugee status in Canada on account of their persecution in Europe. The volume assesses the relationships among citizenship, state protection and persecution and minority status, and how they can intersect with and destabilize foreign affairs. The central background to the book is the European treatment of Roma, their linkages with visa and asylum policies and their human rights repercussions . The various contributions reveal how modern liberal democracies can find themselves in contradictory positions concerning their citizens - when these are looking for protection abroad - and foreigners - in search of international protection - as a consequence of visa and pre-border surveillance policies and practices.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317133935
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
When immigration policy and the treatment of Roma collide in international relations there are surprising consequences which are revelatory of the underlying tensions between internal and external policies in the European Union. This book examines the relationship of citizenship, ethnicity and international relations and how these three aspects of the State, its people and its neighbours relate to one another. It studies the wide issue of international relations, citizenship and minority discrimination through the lens of the case study of European Roma who seek refugee status in Canada on account of their persecution in Europe. The volume assesses the relationships among citizenship, state protection and persecution and minority status, and how they can intersect with and destabilize foreign affairs. The central background to the book is the European treatment of Roma, their linkages with visa and asylum policies and their human rights repercussions . The various contributions reveal how modern liberal democracies can find themselves in contradictory positions concerning their citizens - when these are looking for protection abroad - and foreigners - in search of international protection - as a consequence of visa and pre-border surveillance policies and practices.
Vampire Mountain
Author: Darren Shan
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007114419
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Darren Shan, the vampire's assistant, is forced to march to Vampire Mountain where he will be judged by the vampire princes. Darren Shan and Mr Crepsley make a long and dangerous trek to the vampire's stronghold in the mountains. The trek is a test of skill and endurance - one which sees Darren's vampire nature develop, and a new understanding of the mysterious blue-robed servants of the sinister Mr Tiny. Gavner Purl makes a welcome return when he joins Darren and Mr Crepsley, but they face more than the cold on their way to the vampire princes - the vampaneze have been there before them... Will Darren's meeting with the Vampire Princes restore his human nature, or turn him further towards the darkness...
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007114419
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Darren Shan, the vampire's assistant, is forced to march to Vampire Mountain where he will be judged by the vampire princes. Darren Shan and Mr Crepsley make a long and dangerous trek to the vampire's stronghold in the mountains. The trek is a test of skill and endurance - one which sees Darren's vampire nature develop, and a new understanding of the mysterious blue-robed servants of the sinister Mr Tiny. Gavner Purl makes a welcome return when he joins Darren and Mr Crepsley, but they face more than the cold on their way to the vampire princes - the vampaneze have been there before them... Will Darren's meeting with the Vampire Princes restore his human nature, or turn him further towards the darkness...
Africa Overland
Author: Siân Pritchard-Jones
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides
ISBN: 9781841622835
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
'Be vigilant when driving through Africa: camels are careless when crossing the road and women carrying waterpots are little more watchful' warn the authors of this fifth edition of Africa Overland. They also give updated information on each country's political and security situation (Angola, Sierra Leone and Liberia are on the up; since this guide's last edition, security in Western Sudan and Eastern Chad has turned sour); provide an expanded Route Outlines section including information on border crossings; and offer revised recommendations on vehicles including practical coverage on buying a vehicle, maintenance and driving.
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides
ISBN: 9781841622835
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
'Be vigilant when driving through Africa: camels are careless when crossing the road and women carrying waterpots are little more watchful' warn the authors of this fifth edition of Africa Overland. They also give updated information on each country's political and security situation (Angola, Sierra Leone and Liberia are on the up; since this guide's last edition, security in Western Sudan and Eastern Chad has turned sour); provide an expanded Route Outlines section including information on border crossings; and offer revised recommendations on vehicles including practical coverage on buying a vehicle, maintenance and driving.
To Serve in Truth & Justice
Author: Hairat A. Balogun
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1456753355
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 362
Book Description
This book has brought into sharp focus the parts played and contributions made to the Legal Profession in Nigeria from Independence till today by Hairat Balogun. Hers has been a Life of service, driven by truth and a commitment to Justice. Service, Truth and Justice - three words - adherence to just one of them can define someone as a person of integrity and honour; and when all three are found in one person they set that person apart as an icon, a yardstick for her peers, and a model for the generation following after. As the first lady Attorney-General of the foremost Nigerian state i.e. Lagos State, during the military regime she exhibited, for the first time, obedience of the Executive arm of government to court orders in the celebrated case of Ojukwu vs Attorney General of Lagos State and others 1986 3 NWLR (part 26) 39 Court of Appeal. She thereby laid the foundation of the precedence of putting a stop to the disobedience of court orders by the Military Government dubbed as Executive Lawlessness. The contribution of the Author to the political history of this country was appreciated by her appointment as a member of "The Transition to Civil Rule Tribunal" in 1987 by the then Military Government. I commend this book to all cadres of people, lawyers, humanists, religious people of Christian and Muslim faith as they all will find a lesson or two to learn. I particularly recommend this book to our youths i.e. pupils of secondary schools, graduates of our universities (especially lawyers) and teacher training colleges who from this book will learn the importance of hard work, dedication, honesty and loyalty which are important virtues that are gradually being eroded from our society.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1456753355
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 362
Book Description
This book has brought into sharp focus the parts played and contributions made to the Legal Profession in Nigeria from Independence till today by Hairat Balogun. Hers has been a Life of service, driven by truth and a commitment to Justice. Service, Truth and Justice - three words - adherence to just one of them can define someone as a person of integrity and honour; and when all three are found in one person they set that person apart as an icon, a yardstick for her peers, and a model for the generation following after. As the first lady Attorney-General of the foremost Nigerian state i.e. Lagos State, during the military regime she exhibited, for the first time, obedience of the Executive arm of government to court orders in the celebrated case of Ojukwu vs Attorney General of Lagos State and others 1986 3 NWLR (part 26) 39 Court of Appeal. She thereby laid the foundation of the precedence of putting a stop to the disobedience of court orders by the Military Government dubbed as Executive Lawlessness. The contribution of the Author to the political history of this country was appreciated by her appointment as a member of "The Transition to Civil Rule Tribunal" in 1987 by the then Military Government. I commend this book to all cadres of people, lawyers, humanists, religious people of Christian and Muslim faith as they all will find a lesson or two to learn. I particularly recommend this book to our youths i.e. pupils of secondary schools, graduates of our universities (especially lawyers) and teacher training colleges who from this book will learn the importance of hard work, dedication, honesty and loyalty which are important virtues that are gradually being eroded from our society.
Jollof Across Borders: Tips for International Catering
Author: Yetunde Adesina
Publisher: Yetunde Adesina
ISBN:
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
Dive into the rich and flavorful world of Jollof rice with "Jollof Across Borders: Tips for International Catering." This captivating book takes you on a culinary journey through the vibrant kitchens of West Africa and beyond, offering invaluable insights for anyone passionate about food and culture. In "Jollof Across Borders: Tips for Catering Abroad," you will follow the adventures of Ada, a passionate Nigerian chef who took her dexterity in Jollof rice cooking to a new territory Canada. Each chapter unfolds the ups and downs of catering in far-off lands, while learning practical tips that make international catering not just possible, but extraordinary. Ada navigates through the complexities of catering in a different environment. You will chuckle, learn, and sometimes gasp at the kitchen mishaps that occur as Ada strives to deliver authentic and delicious Jollof rice in unfamiliar settings. These stories are not just entertaining but also educational, offering practical advice and tips for anyone looking to cater or cook abroad. At the end of each chapter, the book provides clear, actionable tips derived from Ada's experiences. These include how to source local ingredients, adapt recipes to suit local tastes, and manage the logistics of catering in a foreign country. Whether you are a professional caterer, a chef, or a home cook dreaming of sharing your culinary creations with the world, this book offers invaluable insights. "Jollof Across Borders" celebrates the power of food to connect people across cultures. Through Ada's journey, you will see how food can be a bridge, bringing people together and creating memorable experiences. This book is not just about cooking but about embracing new experiences, learning from them, and growing as a person and a professional. Join Ada on this flavorful journey, and let "Jollof Across Borders" inspire you to embark on your own culinary adventures. Enjoy the stories, savor the tips, and get ready to create your own delicious memories, no matter where in the world you find yourself.
Publisher: Yetunde Adesina
ISBN:
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
Dive into the rich and flavorful world of Jollof rice with "Jollof Across Borders: Tips for International Catering." This captivating book takes you on a culinary journey through the vibrant kitchens of West Africa and beyond, offering invaluable insights for anyone passionate about food and culture. In "Jollof Across Borders: Tips for Catering Abroad," you will follow the adventures of Ada, a passionate Nigerian chef who took her dexterity in Jollof rice cooking to a new territory Canada. Each chapter unfolds the ups and downs of catering in far-off lands, while learning practical tips that make international catering not just possible, but extraordinary. Ada navigates through the complexities of catering in a different environment. You will chuckle, learn, and sometimes gasp at the kitchen mishaps that occur as Ada strives to deliver authentic and delicious Jollof rice in unfamiliar settings. These stories are not just entertaining but also educational, offering practical advice and tips for anyone looking to cater or cook abroad. At the end of each chapter, the book provides clear, actionable tips derived from Ada's experiences. These include how to source local ingredients, adapt recipes to suit local tastes, and manage the logistics of catering in a foreign country. Whether you are a professional caterer, a chef, or a home cook dreaming of sharing your culinary creations with the world, this book offers invaluable insights. "Jollof Across Borders" celebrates the power of food to connect people across cultures. Through Ada's journey, you will see how food can be a bridge, bringing people together and creating memorable experiences. This book is not just about cooking but about embracing new experiences, learning from them, and growing as a person and a professional. Join Ada on this flavorful journey, and let "Jollof Across Borders" inspire you to embark on your own culinary adventures. Enjoy the stories, savor the tips, and get ready to create your own delicious memories, no matter where in the world you find yourself.
Crisis Management and Sports
Author: Brian E. Menaker
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1040276067
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
In an increasingly turbulent, insecure and fast-changing world, this book presents case studies of crisis management that help the reader to understand what best practice looks like and how to guide sport organizations through the crises that are an inevitable aspect of commercial life. Featuring the work of leading researchers from ten different countries, and drawing on work in sport management, sport communication and socio-cultural sport studies, the book includes cases from around the world. It explores important themes in contemporary sport management, including resilience in sport organizations; the use of technology in crisis communication; the socio-cultural dimensions of crisis management; reputation and image management; policing and security; and the management of sports events. It also offers examples from a wide range of different sports, including tennis, golf, soccer, gymnastics, mountaineering, rugby, distance running, and the Olympic Games. This book is an essential addition to the library of anybody with an interest in sport business and management, event management, crisis communication, or public relations.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1040276067
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
In an increasingly turbulent, insecure and fast-changing world, this book presents case studies of crisis management that help the reader to understand what best practice looks like and how to guide sport organizations through the crises that are an inevitable aspect of commercial life. Featuring the work of leading researchers from ten different countries, and drawing on work in sport management, sport communication and socio-cultural sport studies, the book includes cases from around the world. It explores important themes in contemporary sport management, including resilience in sport organizations; the use of technology in crisis communication; the socio-cultural dimensions of crisis management; reputation and image management; policing and security; and the management of sports events. It also offers examples from a wide range of different sports, including tennis, golf, soccer, gymnastics, mountaineering, rugby, distance running, and the Olympic Games. This book is an essential addition to the library of anybody with an interest in sport business and management, event management, crisis communication, or public relations.
Leading at the Edge
Author: Dennis N.T. Perkins
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 0814431615
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
Drawing on the amazing story of Shackleton and his polar exploration team’s survival against all odds, author Dennis N. T. Perkins demonstrates the importance of a strong leader in times of adversity, uncertainty, and change. Part adventure tale and part leadership guide, Leading at the Edge uncovers what the legendary Antarctic adventure of Sir Ernest Shackleton, his ship Endurance, and his team of twenty-seven polar explorers can teach us about bringing order to chaos through true leadership. Among other skills, you’ll learn how to: instill optimism while staying grounded in reality, step up to risks worth taking, consistently reinforce your team message, set a personal example, find things to celebrate, laugh small things off, and--even in the face of extreme temperatures, hazardous ice, scarce food, and complete isolation--never give up. This second edition of Leading at the Edge features additional lessons, new case studies of the strategies in action, tools to uncover and resolve conflicts, and expanded resources. An updated epilogue compares the leadership styles of the famous polar explorers Shackleton, Amundsen, and Scott, which transcend the one-hundred-plus years since their historic race to the South Pole to help today’s leaders learn valuable lessons about the meaning of true success.
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 0814431615
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
Drawing on the amazing story of Shackleton and his polar exploration team’s survival against all odds, author Dennis N. T. Perkins demonstrates the importance of a strong leader in times of adversity, uncertainty, and change. Part adventure tale and part leadership guide, Leading at the Edge uncovers what the legendary Antarctic adventure of Sir Ernest Shackleton, his ship Endurance, and his team of twenty-seven polar explorers can teach us about bringing order to chaos through true leadership. Among other skills, you’ll learn how to: instill optimism while staying grounded in reality, step up to risks worth taking, consistently reinforce your team message, set a personal example, find things to celebrate, laugh small things off, and--even in the face of extreme temperatures, hazardous ice, scarce food, and complete isolation--never give up. This second edition of Leading at the Edge features additional lessons, new case studies of the strategies in action, tools to uncover and resolve conflicts, and expanded resources. An updated epilogue compares the leadership styles of the famous polar explorers Shackleton, Amundsen, and Scott, which transcend the one-hundred-plus years since their historic race to the South Pole to help today’s leaders learn valuable lessons about the meaning of true success.
The Fixer
Author: Charles Piot
Publisher: Duke University Press
ISBN: 1478003421
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 223
Book Description
In the West African nation of Togo, applying for the U.S. Diversity Visa Lottery is a national obsession, with hundreds of thousands of Togolese entering each year. From the street frenzy of the lottery sign-up period and the scramble to raise money for the embassy interview to the gamesmanship of those adding spouses and dependents to their dossiers, the application process is complicated, expensive, and unpredictable. In The Fixer Charles Piot follows Kodjo Nicolas Batema, a Togolese visa broker—known as a “fixer”—as he shepherds his clients through the application and interview process. Relaying the experiences of the fixer, his clients, and embassy officials, Piot captures the ever-evolving cat-and-mouse game between the embassy and the hopeful Togolese as well as the disappointments and successes of lottery winners in the United States. These detailed and compelling stories uniquely illustrate the desire and savviness of migrants as they work to find what they hope will be a better life.
Publisher: Duke University Press
ISBN: 1478003421
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 223
Book Description
In the West African nation of Togo, applying for the U.S. Diversity Visa Lottery is a national obsession, with hundreds of thousands of Togolese entering each year. From the street frenzy of the lottery sign-up period and the scramble to raise money for the embassy interview to the gamesmanship of those adding spouses and dependents to their dossiers, the application process is complicated, expensive, and unpredictable. In The Fixer Charles Piot follows Kodjo Nicolas Batema, a Togolese visa broker—known as a “fixer”—as he shepherds his clients through the application and interview process. Relaying the experiences of the fixer, his clients, and embassy officials, Piot captures the ever-evolving cat-and-mouse game between the embassy and the hopeful Togolese as well as the disappointments and successes of lottery winners in the United States. These detailed and compelling stories uniquely illustrate the desire and savviness of migrants as they work to find what they hope will be a better life.