Robert Ferguson

The River-Names of Europe is a classic historical geography text by Robert Ferguson and an effort to arrange and explain the names of European Rivers.

'Coleman and Ferguson have done something remarkable: they've written an evidence-based book on the complex topic of conflict and made it easy to read, easy to understand, and, best of all, easy to use. A genuine winner' Robert B. Cialdini, author of Influence: The Psychology of PersuasionA PRACTICAL GUIDE TO NAVIGATING WORKPLACE CONFLICTS Work conflict is risky. It can go bad and poison employee health, work relationships and organizational climates, or it can go well and help to energize problem solving, innovation and bottom-line effectiveness. Managing conflicts up and down the chain of command at work can be particularly treacherous, as power differences complicate conflicts and constrain response options. Organizations are rife with stories of executives and managers who abuse their power, employees who overstep their authority, and the resulting conflicts that get stuck in downward spirals. When people find themselves in conflict, they immediately become aware of the balance of power in the situation or relationship: 'Hey, you work for me, so back off!', or 'Wow, he is much bigger and drunker than I thought he was before I told him to shut up', so understanding how conflict and power affect each other is vital to effective conflict management.In Making Conflict Work, Peter Coleman and Robert Ferguson, leading experts in the field of conflict resolution, address the key role of power in workplace tension. Coleman and Ferguson explain how power dynamics function and provide step-by-step guidance to determining your standing in a conflict and identifying and applying the strategies that will lead to the best resolution. Drawing on the authors' years of research and consulting experience, Making Conflict Work offers seven new strategies and dozens of tactics for negotiating disputes at all levels of an organization. This powerful approach can turn workplace tensions into catalysts for creativity, innovation, and meaningful change.

The School of Life offers radical ways to help us raid the treasure trove of human knowledge' Independent on Sunday Soren Kierkegaard was a Danish philosopher, theologian, literary stylist and social critic. Born in 1813 in Copenhagen, his philosophical work addressed living as a single individual and the importance of personal choice. A famously fierce critic of the idealist thinkers of his time, he is regarded as the first existentialist philosopher. Here you will find insights from his greatest works. The Life Lessons series from The School of Life takes a great thinker and highlights those ideas most relevant to ordinary, everyday dilemmas. These books emphasize ways in which wise voices from the past have urgently important and inspiring things to tell us. 'thoroughly welcoming and approachable ... [Robert Ferguson] communicates strongly his enthusiams, indeed his love, for this Manichean of the north, and writes of him beautifully ... If the six books in the Life Lessons series can teach even a few readers to pay passionate heed to the world - to notice things - they will have been an unquestionable success' John Banville, Prospect 'there is a good deal to be learned from these little primers' Observer

Places and books like Rosslyn Chapel and The Da Vinci Code have focused attention on Scotland’s Knights Templar. Who they were and what they did has been touched upon, but never properly explored until now. They were close advisors to Scotland’s early kings; they were major property owners and respected landlords in a harsh and unforgiving time; and they were secretive and arrogant. But did they really flee from France to Scotland just prior to their arrest in 1307? Did they fight with Robert the Bruce at Bannockburn in 1314? And how did the Templars continue on after Bannockburn?In The Knights Templar and Scotland Robert Ferguson intertwines Templar and Scottish history, from the foundation of the order in the early twelfth century right up to the present day. Including a comparison of the arrest of the Templars in France with the Templar Inquisition at Holyrood, and an examination of the part they played at Bannockburn, this is an essential book for anyone with an interest in the history of the Knights Templar.

Arctic Harpooner: A Voyage On The Schooner Abbie Bradford, 1878-1879 is a historical non-fiction book written by Robert Ferguson. The book tells the story of a voyage on the schooner Abbie Bradford to the Arctic in 1878-1879. The protagonist, Captain George Comer, is an experienced Arctic harpooner who leads the crew on a dangerous journey to hunt whales and explore the icy waters of the north. The book is based on the real-life experiences of Captain George Comer, who kept detailed journals of his voyages. The author, Robert Ferguson, has used these journals and other historical sources to recreate the voyage and bring the story to life. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of life on board the schooner, including the harsh conditions, the dangers of hunting whales, and the camaraderie among the crew. It also explores the cultural and social context of the time, including the impact of the whale oil industry on the Arctic and the relationships between the Inuit people and the European explorers. Arctic Harpooner: A Voyage On The Schooner Abbie Bradford, 1878-1879 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Arctic exploration, maritime history, or the history of the whaling industry. The book is well-researched and engaging, with a strong narrative that draws the reader in and keeps them hooked until the end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

VIKINGENE (ca 800-1050), fellesbetegnelse på skandinaviske handelsfolk, krigere, utvandrere og oppdagere. Vikingene spredte seg fra Sør-Skandinavia til Englands og Frankrikes kyster, gjennom Øst-Europa ned til Konstantinopel, og vestover til Island, Grønland og Nord-Amerika. NORGES NASJONALARV er en serie gjennomillustrerte bøker som presenterer våre viktigste og mest kjente nasjonale ikoner. De enkeltstående bøkene tar for seg betydelige skikkelser innenfor kunst og litteratur, vitenskap, idrett og samfunnsliv, men også landets mange naturperler, samt sentrale historiske epoker og kulturuttrykk. Hver for seg gir bøkene en oppdatert innføring for lesere som vil gjøre seg bedre kjent med et gitt tema. For en fullstendig oversikt over tilgjengelige titler, se www.norges-nasjonalarv.no.

Harpooner: A Four-Year Voyage On The Barque Kathleen, 1880-1884 is a non-fiction book written by Robert Ferguson. The book chronicles the author's experiences as a harpooner on the Barque Kathleen during a four-year voyage that took place between 1880 and 1884. The Barque Kathleen was a whaling vessel that sailed from New Bedford, Massachusetts to the Pacific Ocean, where it hunted whales for their oil and other valuable resources.The book provides a detailed account of life on board the Barque Kathleen, including the daily routines and challenges faced by the crew. It also delves into the history of whaling and the impact it had on the environment, as well as the social and cultural context of the time.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of the whales and other sea creatures encountered on the voyage, as well as the various ports of call visited by the Barque Kathleen. The book also includes photographs and illustrations that help bring the story to life.Overall, Harpooner: A Four-Year Voyage On The Barque Kathleen, 1880-1884 is a fascinating and informative account of a bygone era, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of whaling and seafaring.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Title: The Northmen in Cumberland and Westmoreland.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC.The HISTORY OF BRITAIN & IRELAND collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. As well as historical works, this collection includes geographies, travelogues, and titles covering periods of competition and cooperation among the people of Great Britain and Ireland. Works also explore the countries' relations with France, Germany, the Low Countries, Denmark, and Scandinavia. ++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++ British Library Ferguson, Robert; 1856 8 . 1325.d.15.

Title: America during and after the war.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC.The GENERAL HISTORICAL collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. This varied collection includes material that gives readers a 19th century view of the world. Topics include health, education, economics, agriculture, environment, technology, culture, politics, labour and industry, mining, penal policy, and social order. ++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++ British Library Ferguson, Robert; 1866. 8 . 10411.bbb.5.

Places and books like Rosslyn Chapel and The Da Vinci Code have focused attention on Scotland’s Knights Templar. Who they were and what they did has been touched upon, but never properly explored until now. They were close advisors to Scotland’s early kings; they were major property owners and respected landlords in a harsh and unforgiving time; and they were secretive and arrogant. But did they really flee from France to Scotland just prior to their arrest in 1307? Did they fight with Robert the Bruce at Bannockburn in 1314? And how did the Templars continue on after Bannockburn? In The Knights Templar and Scotland Robert Ferguson intertwines Templar and Scottish history, from the foundation of the order in the early twelfth century right up to the present day. Including a comparison of the arrest of the Templars in France with the Templar Inquisition at Holyrood, and an examination of the part they played at Bannockburn, this is an essential book for anyone with an interest in history of the Knights Templar.