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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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The papers of Sir William Johnson (1921)


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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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A Highly Detailed History From the Chairman Himself!
Loaded with details, "Con-glom-er-ate" is a must read for not only lovers of the Illinois Central Railroad, but for those individuals who want to know what it was like when conglomerates reigned supreme in thebusiness world. This book covers the 21 year term of William B. Johnson asChairman and Chief Executive, first of the ICRR, then of ICIndustries.

We learn of Mr. Johnson's roots as a lawyer, then of his daysat the Railway Express Agency (REA), then culminating in his call to runthe Illinois Central Railroad. From his early days at the IC, Johnson had avision for the first land grant railroad (1851) in the country. Knowing thetide was shifting away from railroads as a profit center, Johnson takes anewly formed company called Illinois Central Industries, to places only heimagined. Making acquisitions and divestments, Johnson creates a $5 billiondollar company from what was a modest $300 million railroad. By the timeJohnson retires, IC Industries is a complex company consisting of food andconsumer products (Pet Foods, Pepsi Cola Bottling), automobile services(Midas), real estate (Illinois Center), manufacturing (Abex) andtransportation (ICRR).

We are offered behind the scenes insight intonegotiations, planning, Presidential meetings, and much more. No stone hasbeen left unturned in this in depth primer of the modern conglomerate. Thereader is carefully guided along from year to year, just as Johnsoncarefully guided IC Industries through the years.

Loaded with facts andcontributions from many of Johnson's faithful Executive's, this book is amust read. I'm proud to say my father worked side by side with Mr. Johnsonthe entire 21 years, and then finally retired after 40 years of servicewith the ICRR and IC Industries. Even so, my knowledge of IC Industriesincreased as I read this book. The following year, in 1987, Mr. Johnsonsuffered a stroke and retired from the job he loved so much. However, as welearn in "Con-glom-er-ate", this is by no means the end for Mr.Johnson.

Wonderully written by Frank J. Allston, this book will amazeyou with the knowlege, skill and daring of a man called William B. Johnson. ... Read more

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Publisher: Albany, University of the state of New YorkPublication date: 1909Subjects: Johnson, William, Sir, 1715-1774Indians of North America -- Government relationsNew York (State) -- History Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 SourcesUnited States -- History Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 SourcesNotes: This is an OCR reprint. There may be typos or missing text. There are no illustrations or indexes.When you buy the General Books edition of this book you get free trial access to Million-Books.com where you can select from more than a million books for free. You can also preview the book there. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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The book has no illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from the publisher's website (GeneralBooksClub.com). You can also preview excerpts of the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Volume: 2; Original Publisher: Albany, J. Munsell; Publication date: 1865; Subjects: United States; New York (State); History / United States / Colonial Period (1600-1775); ... Read more

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This volume is produced from digital images created through the University of Michigan University Library's preservation reformatting program. The Library seeks to preserve the intellectual content of items in a manner that facilitates and promotes a variety of uses. The digital reformatting process results in an electronic version of the text that can both be accessed online and used to create new print copies. This book and thousands of others can be found in the digital collections of the University of Michigan Library. The University Library also understands and values the utility of print, and makes reprints available through its Scholarly Publishing Office. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Editing Shakespeare's plays became a particularlyfashionable activity in the 18th century, and Samuel Johnson isperhaps the most famous Shakespearean editor of that period.Originally proposed in 1745, Johnson's edition of Shakespeare's Playswas abandoned, and only resurfaced after the completion of hismonumental Dictionary.Unlike many previous editors, Johnson wasgenerous in his acknowledgements of collaborators and previousscholarship. In contrast to Pope, he not only expressed approval ordisapproval in his notes but also went into detail about his reasons.However, the textual editing of his first edition was considereddisappointing.George Stevens, who had a tremendous knowledge ofearly dramatic literature, successfully recitified this and producedwith Johnson a new 10-volume edition in 1773.This edition wasgreatly praised and both editors made further revisions andimprovements for the 1778 edition reprinted here.

The Plays of William Shakespeare, with the Corrections andIllustraitons of Various commentators, to which are added notes bySamuel Johnson and George Steevens (second edition, 1778, Revised andImproved) with a two volume supplement by Edmund Malone [1780] ... Read more

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Autobiography of the noted black champion of the rights of Negro Americans in his adopted state of New York. A noteworthy document _of the Civil Rights movement. ... Read more

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The complex subject of governance is illuminated and clarified in this completely revised third edition of William C. Johnson’s popular text. Working from the premise that no significant government enterprise takes place within the boundaries of any one organization, the author explores the collaborative process through which public policy is shaped by networks of organizations with diverse missions and certain common purposes. The discussion examines the institutional structures of government and the private sector, as well as the connections between them, the specific operations within these institutions, and the relationships between administrative institutions and the larger society. Throughout the presentation, the author emphasizes the role of public administrators in forming and maintaining the partnerships that advance the goals of government. Each chapter features boxed highlights that illustrate and enliven the principles of public administration. From the No Child Left Behind Act, creation of the Department of Homeland Security, and distribution of the Colorado River’s water, to the smart-growth approach to land-use planning, emergence of e-government, and globalization, Johnson draws widely from current issues and events to underscore his presentation with interesting and relevant examples. ... Read more

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Came Fast and in Great condition
Arrived in good time and just like the seller described it was in used but very good condition. Thanks

Excellent textbook
This book does it's job excellently as a textbook.If you are using it for your Public Admin class you're in luck.This really deserves all fivestars. ... Read more

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Purchase of this book includes free trial access to www.million-books.com where you can read more than a million books for free.This is an OCR edition with typos.Excerpt from book:Leger'. The kings royal regiment of New York to Fire balls by Divisions till Further orders— the hours of exercise will be half after 4 in the morning, at mid Day and at half past 5 in the evening—it is understood that the mid Day exercise is to be For the guard men only for whom some shady place will be chosen by the Commanding officer—a weekly state of the Different corps to be given in every monday morning to lieutenant Crofts. For the future a subalterns guard to be mounted consisting of one subaltern1 Barry St. Leger entered the regular army on the ayth of April, 1756, as ensign of the i8th regiment of Foot, and coming to America the following year, he served in the French war, learning the habits of the Indians and gaining much experience in border warfare. That he profited by this early training is -evident from the fact that when he was chosen by George III (at Burgoyne's recommendation) to be the leader of the expedition against Fort Stanwix, he justified their confidence in his advance from Oswego by his precautions, as shown by the orders given from day to day in this Orderly Book, by his stratagem at Oris- kany, and by his general conduct of the siege of Fort Stanwix up to the panic produced by the rumor of the approach of Arnold which forced him to raise it. Indeed, as Hon. Ellis H. Roberts says in his admirable address at the Oriskany Centennial, "that he was a wise commander, fitted for border warfare, hisorder of march bespeaks him."After his unfortunate expedition against Fort Stanwix, he was promoted in Nov., 1780, to colonel in the army, the highest rank he ever attained ; and commanding scouts and rangers on the northern frontier, under the immediate command of GeneralHaldimand, then lieutenant governor of Canada, he occasionally carried on a guer... ... Read more

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William Johnson was the first to write a book about Stephen Harper, and he has become the authority on Harper.

Who is this man? Everyone knows that he became leader of the Alliance Party and, against all odds, gathered in the old Conservative Party to create a force designed to win power. Yet what are his core beliefs? Where will he takes us now that he has gained power?

William Johnson has researched the Harper family background and the historical context that shaped Harper’s political career. He paints a fascinating picture of a man who, like Pierre Trudeau, trained mentally for political power like an athlete training for the Olympics, yet is not a natural politician and never really wanted the political leader’s life. By studying Harper’s approach to the main issues in Canadian politics, he shows that Harper is a sophisticated political operative, far more complex and intellectual than the right-wing Republican image that has been created for him.

For the paperback edition, Johnson has updated this serious, objective biography with several new chapters taking us right up through Harper’s early days in power.Amazon.com Review
William Johnson's Stephen Harper and the Future of Canada sets out to dispel the myths and explain the facts about the leader of the official opposition. By his own admission, Harper is not comfortable with the typical role of political leader as baby-kissing, photo-op-seeking figurehead, and Johnson suggests that the reason for his unflattering portrayals in the media is his reluctance to do what's expected of such a figure. "An unusual trait for a politician," Johnson writes, "is his conviction that correct policies are more important than tactics for winning support and achieving power." If nothing else, Johnson maintains, Harper should be admired for standing by his convictions, unaffected by public opinion polls and influence from his own advisers, even when a degree of compromise might have increased his popularity.

The author chronicles with detail Harper's political beginnings, his stint--and his ensuing disenchantment--with the Mulroney Progressive Conservatives, the events that led to him becoming a key architect of the Reform party, and his rescue of the Canadian Alliance, which led to the merger with the Progressive Conservatives to create the new Conservative Party that he led into federal elections against Paul Martin's Liberals in 2004. With a different leader at the top but Harper behind the scenes, Canadians might very well have elected a Conservative government in 2004: one cannot help but feel from Johnson's account that Harper would be better appreciated as a back-room policy director, a role he may not relish, but may be essential if he is to continue in politics. --Eric Wilson ... Read more

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even an American loves this book
this book was originally assigned to me for a Canadian politics class, but I never got around to reading it until after I graduated. It's a solid book - it really portrays the leadership style of Stephen Harper in the context of an ever-contentious Canadian political history. Johnson does a superb job of displaying Harper as a leader unrivaled in his vision for Canada. For Americans like myself, it's a great book to gain a better grasp on major Canadian political issues such as regionalism, Constitutional politics, and of course, Quebec separatism, among others. Go for it!

The Future of Canada
Great book.Seemed to be written from an objective view point - and I really appreciate that.I came away from this book with a better understanding of Prime Minister Harper and a better hope for the future of Canada.

No Hidden Agenda
This is a well-written book, full of anecdotes and about an interesting subject. Many people claim that Stephen Harper has a "hidden agenda" but when reading about his life, it is easy to see a consistency in vision and a steadfast dedication to making Canada a better place for all Canadians, not just the political elite. Mr. Harper is brilliant and that comes out loud and clear in this unauthorized biography. Mr. Harper also is clearly a man with integrity and honesty. That greatest asset is also his biggest handicap, because Canadians are so used to the "what's in it for me?" style of politics that they have trouble understanding the integrity of Mr. Harper. I hope his critics will take the time to read this excellent book. ... Read more

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Anyone who attempts to read genetics or epidemiology research literature needs to understand the essentials of biostatistics. This book, a revised new edition of the successful Essentials of Biostatistics has been written to provide such an understanding to those who have little or no statistical background and who need to keep abreast of new findings in this fast moving field. Unlike many other elementary books on biostatistics, the main focus of this book is to explain basic concepts needed to understand statistical procedures.

This Book:

• Surveys basic statistical methods used in the genetics and epidemiology literature, including maximum likelihood and least squares.
• Introduces methods, such as permutation testing and bootstrapping, that are becoming more widely used in both genetic and epidemiological research.

• Is illustrated throughout with simple examples to clarify the statistical methodology.
• Explains Bayes’ theorem pictorially.
• Features exercises, with answers to alternate questions, enabling use as a course text.

Written at an elementary mathematical level so that readers with high school mathematics will find the content accessible. Graduate students studying genetic epidemiology, researchers and practitioners from genetics, epidemiology, biology, medical research and statistics will find this an invaluable introduction to statistics. ... Read more