The Hundred Years’ War was one of the most significant conflicts of the Middle Ages and spanned several generations. Known in particular for its scale (it involved many different factions and five generations of kings), the war marked the height and the decline of chivalry. It had a considerable impact on Europe, bringing European monarchies into the age of modernity...
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Learn about the importance of self-assessment in just 50 minutes with this practical and concise book. Self-assessment plays a crucial role in your professional development because it allows you to realistically evaluate your strengths, weaknesses and overall performance. Carrying out a thorough self-assessment will allow you to develop your skills and maximize your motivation at work, making it an excellent way...
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The Industrial Revolution was a period of modernization which began in Great Britain before spreading to the rest of Europe. It was during this period that many countries in the Western world changed from being primarily agricultural to being more mechanized, thereby accelerating demographic growth and leading to unprecedented economic change. In just 50 minutes, you will find out how...
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The Iran-Iraq War, which took place between 1980 and 1988, was one of the deadliest conflicts since the Second World War. It involved two ambitious and headstrong leaders: Saddam Hussein, who wanted to make his Republic of Iraq a powerful force in the region, and Ayatollah Ruhollah Musavi Khomeini, who planned to export his Islamic Revolution beyond the borders of Iran....
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Understand the essentials of the Ishikawa diagram (also known as fishbone diagram, herringbone diagram, cause-and-effect diagram or Fishikawa) in just 50 minutes with this practical and concise book. The Ishikawa diagram is a powerful quality management tool that prevents mistakes by ensuring that users do not overlook any of the causes of a problem. It also makes it easier to...
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The Islamic State (also known as ISIL, ISIS or Daesh) is a jihadist militant group that has become one of the greatest scourges of the 21st century. The extremist organization is now infamous for its highly publicized terrorist attacks, persecution of religious and ethnic minorities and affiliation with groups such as Al-Qaeda. In just 50 minutes, you will find out how...
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Learn how to manage stress at work in just 50 minutes with this practical and concise book. In our modern, fast-paced society, it can be easy to get overwhelmed with tasks and deadlines at work. Managing stress is therefore a valuable asset in the business world, and can help you to ward off depression and burnout. Understanding the key principles...
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The Korean War was an internal war which led to a major confrontation between the Western Bloc and the Communist Bloc. The conflict lasted for three years and ended with no real winner, so the Korean Peninsula was divided into two states. In just 50 minutes, you will gain an understanding of why the war broke out and find out...
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The Ku Klux Klan is one of the most notorious white supremacist groups in the world. It was initially founded in 1867 in the wake of the American Civil War, and its ideology has always had close ties with the myth of a prosperous Confederate state as a result. However, it is best known for the shockingly vicious acts of...
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Understand the essentials of the law of diminishing returns (also known as the law of variable proportions, principle of diminishing marginal productivity or diminishing marginal returns) in just 50 minutes with this practical and concise book. Developed by the influential British economist David Ricardo, this fundamental economic law demonstrates that, if the quantity of a given factor of production is increased, the marginal...
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Understand the essentials of the long tail theory for business in just 50 minutes with this practical and concise book. This model is used to illustrate the distribution of a company's turnover for all of its products, from high-demand bestsellers to niche products which only generate a low sales rate. In our new digital age, with the rise of e-commerce drastically...
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Understand the essentials of the marketing mix (also known as the 4 Ps) in just 50 minutes with this practical and concise book. The marketing mix comprises the tools available to marketers to develop efficient marketing strategies and achieve their objectives in the target market. The four key factors of product, price, place and promotion thus allow marketers to make smarter decisions to ensure...
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