Margaret Thornton Bücher

The book critically analyzes the significant reforms that have transformed public universities over the past twenty years, focusing specifically on the field of law. It investigates the implications of privatization on educational accessibility, quality, and governance, providing a comprehensive examination of how these changes affect students, faculty, and the broader academic community. Through this lens, the author sheds light on the challenges and consequences of shifting from a public to a privatized university model.

Kathy Leigh never knew her mother, who she'd been told had died many years ago in a freak accident. Raised by her reserved father, Albert, and loving Aunty Win in 1950s Blackpool, she leads a happy childhood. But then Kathy uncovers a shocking secret, a secret which threatens to blow their family apart.

"A follow-up to her successful debut Charleston, the perfect summer novel from Margaret Thornton--an honest, moving love story set in the glamorous landscapes of the rich and powerful"-- Provided by publisher

The Joy of Cruising is about passion. Award-winning author Paul C. Thornton profiles travelers from all over the world with a passion for cruising and who act on that passion in creative and fascinating ways. From a Grammy award winner, Poker Hall of Famer, winner of the TV series Last Comic Standing, to "ordinary" cruisers doing extraordinary things, The Joy of Cruising will fascinate anyone who has ever cruised, aspires to take a cruise, or just loves travel. The Joy of Cruising is an anthology that takes a look at the magic of cruising from the vantage point of travelers passionate about travel--a compendium of anecdotes, stories, and profiles of cruisers who have some unique or interesting perspective. It is not cruise-line specific, nor an industry overview, cruising guide/how-to, expos or behind the scenes. The Joy of Cruising is a positive examination of why cruisers do what they do in the pursuit of their passion.

1957. Newly-wed Val Walker is looking forward to starting a family, her best friend Cissie is expecting her second child, and their friend Janice, having just got engaged to boyfriend Paul, is looking forward to wedded bliss. But life doesn't always turn out as one would expect. Are their marriages strong enough to survive unexpected obstacles?

It is the summer of 1914 and Tilly Moon, an accomplished pianist, longs for the day she can take her music studies further. If there is one thing she loves more than music, it is her brother Tommy's best friend Dominic, and luckily he feels the same. But on 4th August 1914 their budding romance is interrupted when Britain declares war on Germany.