Bøger af David Webster

Paratrooper David Kenyon Webster jumped into the chaos of occupied Europe on D-Day, fighting his way through Holland and finally capturing Hitler s Eagle s Nest. He was the only member of Easy Company to write down his experiences as soon as he came home from war.Webster records with visceral and sometimes brutal detail what it is like to take a bullet in the leg, to fight pitched battles capturing enemy towns, and to endure long periods of boredom punctuated by sudden moments of terror. But most of all, Parachute Infantry shows how a group of comrades entered the furnace of war and came out brothers.

A Collection of Rare and Curious Tracts on Witchcraft and the Second SightWith an Original Essay on Witchcraftby David WebsterDive deep into the hidden corridors of history with Templum Dianae Media's groundbreaking series, "Ancient Arcanum." Traverse through the veiled mystique of medieval witchcraft, magick, and esoterics as extracted from the world's oldest and most enigmatic tomes. Each volume in this series resurrects long-lost wisdom, presenting a curated synthesis of spells, rituals, and philosophies that shaped an era where the mystical danced alongside the mundane.Highlights:Time-Travel to the Middle Ages: Engage with meticulously translated works from centuries past, offering a firsthand experience of the spiritual and esoteric practices that thrived during the medieval period.Witchcraft Chronicles: Discover authentic accounts of witches, their ceremonies, and the societal reactions to their art. Understand the intricate tapestry of lore, rituals, and spells that were revered and reviled in equal measure.Mysteries of Magick: Immerse yourself in the arcane arts as practiced by medieval magicians. Learn about the intricate rituals, celestial alignments, and potent incantations that held immense power and were the subjects of both admiration and fear.Esoteric Explorations: Delve into ancient philosophies, hermetic principles, and the enigmatic teachings of secret societies that operated beneath the gaze of the Church and the crown.Lavish Illustrations: Each volume is accentuated with reproductions of intricate illustrations, woodcuts, and diagrams, maintaining the aesthetics of the period and providing a visually immersive experience.Expert Insights: Accompanying each primary source are annotations and commentaries by leading historians and esoteric scholars, illuminating the context and significance of these age-old texts.For Whom:This series is perfect for:Historians eager to understand the spiritual and mystical face

A Collection of Rare and Curious Tracts on Witchcraft and the Second Sight; with an Original Essay on Witchcraft A True Discourse of the Damnable Life of Doctor Fian, and Sundry other Witches, lately taken in Scotland, Extracts from King James's Daemonologie concerning Sorcery and Witchcraft, Answer of a Letter from a Gentleman in Fife, to a Nobleman, containing an Account of the Barbarous and Illegal Treatment of the Witches in Pittenweem, Another Letter concerning the Witches of Pittenweem, A Copy of the Indictment and Precept for Summoning the Jury and Witnesses, with the Warrant for the Execution, of the Witches at Borrowstouness, Declaration of John Kincaid, the Pricker, Frazer on the Second Sight, A Brief Discourse concerning the Second Sight, commonly so called

Edison Maksim Nathaniel Vincent knows the meanings of his names but can he become all his names make him out to be? In the second of the Edison series our hero re-enters the Eternal Forest to explore the mysterious Castle of Doubt, confront the UNKNOWN and discover enemies new and old.

David Kenyon Webster's memoir is a clear-eyed, emotionally charged chronicle of youth, camaraderie, and the chaos of war. Relying on his own letters home and recollections he penned just after his discharge, Webster gives a first hand account of life in E Company, 101st Airborne Division, crafting a memoir that resonates with the immediacy of a gripping novel. From the beaches of Normandy to the blood-dimmed battlefields of Holland, here are acts of courage and cowardice, moments of irritating boredom punctuated by moments of sheer terror, and pitched urban warfare. Offering a remarkable snapshot of what it was like to enter Germany in the last days of World War II, Webster presents a vivid, varied cast of young paratroopers from all walks of life, and unforgettable glimpses of enemy soldiers and hapless civilians caught up in the melee. Parachute Infantry is at once harsh and moving, boisterous and tragic, and stands today as an unsurpassed chronicle of war—how men fight it, survive it, and remember it.

This practical guide for coaches, leaders and team members will help readers create team success in a modern context. Adaptability has now become a core skill and adaptable teams create foundations that withstand the increasing speed of change, allowing for quality in performance to be sustained. This book defines the core components of the Adaptable Team(TM) Framework, to embed the principles and practice of team support.As teams can often work in a range of volatile, uncertain and ambiguous environments, this book offers numerous tips for readers on their quest for team excellence:-Supporting the team coach and coaching psychologist in their preparation and design for team interventions, by providing both theory and practical application of evidenced-based approaches-Guiding leaders looking to coach their own teams and managers to lead success-Highlighting each leader's unique contribution-Providing team members a map by which to navigate their professional development as leaders and team members"There are pearls of wisdom on every page which are invaluable to every leader, coach and team."Professor Karen Middleton CBE, FCSP, MA, Chief Executive, The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy"Whether you're a CEO or CHRO working on team dynamics, or a coach seeking to deepen your practice, you'll find excellent food for thought on every page."Caroline Webb, Author of global best seller 'How To Have A Good Day' and Senior Adviser to McKinsey & Company"David has a profound understanding of what makes teams resilient in change and positioned to perform in the modern world."Andrew Shebbeare, Managing Partner, Counteract"Possibly the best book on teams and coaching I have read."Jonathan Passmore, Director, Henley Centre for Coaching & Behavioural Change David Webster is Founding Partner at Centre for Teams, UK and an award-winning coaching psychologist, specialising in senior teams. A former Chair of the British Psychological Society's Coaching Psychology Group, and a martial art black belt, David can also be found hill walking with his dog Molly, cycling and enjoying live music and theatre.

Challenge the Strong Wind recounts the story of Canadian policy toward East Timor from the 1975 invasion to the 1999 vote for independence, demonstrating that historical accounts need to include both government and non-governmental perspectives.

Highland Games expert Webster charts the history of the events which have been a defining feature of Scotland's identity for centuries.

Fire and the Full Moon reassesses Canada's postwar foreign policy objectives and national image through the gulf between rhetoric and reality in Canada's response to decolonization in Indonesia and the Global South.

Explores the notion of desire as found in the Buddhist Pali Canon. Addressing the idea of a 'paradox of desire', whereby we must desire to end desire, this title examines the varieties of desire that are articulated in the Pali texts. It presents a range of views of desire, as found in Western thought, as well as Hindu and Jain approaches.

A demographic evaluation of an ancient Mayan citadel which helps to resolve debates about how the Maya made a living, the nature of their socio-political systems, how they created an impressive built environment, and places them in plausible comparative context with what is known about other ancient complex societies.

Uniforms of the Soviet Union 1918-1945.