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A novel of manipulation, greed and revenge - the incredible story behind the wealth and beauty of Venice. Venice 1201 AD The body of a French spy floats down the canal, his throat slit, as his masters prepare for a journey that will determine their destiny, in this life and the next. Having answered the pope's call to take back the Holy Land, they are forced to negotiate with the aged Doge of Venice, Enrico Dandolo, who agrees to build them the largest fleet since the days of the Roman Empire, but it's only when the French Crusaders are at their most vulnerable that the doge starts to reveal his true intentions. To the east, the deposed Byzantine emperor rots in a prison cell as his son conspires with the queen of Germany to take back the throne. As the Latin and Byzantine empires head on a collision course, their leaders abuse power, religion and each other, but it's a Spanish monk's rediscovery of ancient knowledge that may prove decisive. Join Venetian agent, Achille, as he navigates us on a journey of deceit and treachery from the laneways of Venice to the trade routes of the Silk Road and the impregnable walls of Constantinople.

The book delves into the art of facilitating evaluation processes with stakeholders, drawing on the author's personal experiences as an evaluation facilitator. It offers in-depth insights and practical principles, making it a unique resource for those looking to enhance their skills in evaluation facilitation. Through real-life stories, it illustrates effective strategies and approaches, providing readers with valuable guidance for engaging stakeholders in meaningful evaluation practices.

The principles-focused evaluation (P-FE) approach, introduced by evaluation expert Michael Quinn Patton, offers a framework for organizations to ensure adherence to core principles and assess the effectiveness of their efforts. The book illustrates the practical application of P-FE across various settings, providing insights into how organizations can evaluate their alignment with fundamental values and measure the outcomes of their initiatives.

Focusing on the challenges of evaluating artistic engagement, this book compiles insights from leaders in the arts sector. It features comprehensive program evaluations across diverse disciplines, including music, theater, dance, multimedia, and visual arts, tailored for arts organizations, schools, and community settings. The collection serves as a valuable resource for those looking to measure and enhance artistic experiences effectively.

The book presents a more balanced approach to applied research and evaluation, featuring over a hundred new summarizing exhibits and a variety of highlight sections that delve into significant contemporary issues. It includes full case studies to exemplify in-depth research and evaluation practices. Each chapter is enhanced with an engaging "rumination" that discusses core issues of ongoing debate, offering a more emphatic and accessible narrative than typical textbooks.

Focusing on practical application, this essentials book distills Michael Quinn Patton's Utilization Focused Evaluation into a concise guide. It offers a comprehensive framework alongside actionable advice for conducting evaluations that are meaningful and applicable. By blending theoretical insights with real-world experience, the book serves as a valuable resource for those looking to enhance the utility of their evaluation processes.

Paul Quinn transforms the Tarot from fortune-telling into the ultimate self-help tool for intuitive guidance, empowerment, and well-being. Discover how to apply the Tarot, as a lifelong resource, to access inner wisdom and gain deeper insights and practical, inspired guidance in relationships, career, family, and personal growth. With illustrations from the Universal Waite deck, the book offers 78 engaging casebook examples (one for each card) from Quinn's readings for clients. Drawing on Jungian psychology, the Hindu chakras, and other esoteric traditions, he explains how the Tarot can reveal unconscious patterns and offer soul-directed advice leading to positive changes and greater well-being. Quinn also provides guidelines on reading the cards for oneself and others, interpreting reversed cards, handling difficult disclosures, and psychic self-care.

In Unstable and Brittle Diabetes, Geoff Gill brings together research on the management of brittle diabetes (or erratic glucose control), which is a controversial area in terms of definition and management and one that creates much debate among diabetologists. This monograph aims to help the diabetologist understand this troublesome condition.

The narrative explores the journey of a father, Michael Quinn Patton, as he contemplates meaningful ways to celebrate his son Brandon's transition to manhood. Drawing from his background in sociology, Patton delves into the historical significance of coming-of-age rituals across cultures while grappling with modern men's movements and their spiritual implications. Through shared experiences of discovery, danger, and learning, the story reflects on contemporary masculinity, enriched by original tribal illustrations that enhance the exploration of these themes.