case studies

Barbarians at the Gate has been called one of the most influential business books of all time -- the definitive account of the largest takeover in Wall Street history. Bryan Burrough and John Helyar's gripping account of the frenzy that overtook Wall Street in October and November of 1988 is the story of deal makers and publicity flaks, of strategy meetings and society dinners, of boardrooms and bedrooms -- giving us not only a detailed look at how financial operations at the highest levels are conducted but also a richly textured social history of wealth at the twilight of the Reagan era.

Peale's strong, clear, and loving witness to his faith in Jesus. He also relates true stories about others who have experienced the positive power of Jesus Christ.

Presents practical guidance for spiritual directors - especially how to recognize and deal with the difficulties which surface.

Drawing upon hundreds of case studies, author Raymond L. Gorden shows why goddwill, intelligence and language facility do not guarantee successful cross-cultural interaction. To be effective, you must also be able to perceive and respond to unspoken assumptions about life and to the subtle nonverbal messages that differ in every cultural setting.

This is the classic bestseller that offers astonishing proof of a life after physical death.

On the hells of one of the greatest public scandals to rock the Catholic Church comes an explosive expose of murder and corruption in the highest reaches of the Vatican, the oldest and most secretive autocracy in the world.

She Say, He Say reveals the development of fifth grade urban girls' voices through their own writing in the class room. This book underscores the importance of including all of the girls' voices into the curriculum where their voices can be nurtured, cultured and responded to in potentially productive ways.

It seems that some people are born to achieve anything they want. Some would say they are lucky, are blessed, or have the Midas touch. But what truly is the reason for their success?.