Discover the interplay between strategy and risk in this insightful new resource from two experts in the financial industry who have applied their knowledge to multiple industries In The Two Headed Coin, accomplished authors James L. Darroch and David Wm. Finnie deliver an insightful exploration of the interplay between strategy and risk that underlies the operational framework of successful organizations. You'll learn which risks are fundamental to the strategic positioning and goals of your organization and which are not. You'll also discover the importance of an independent risk function, e,g., the CRO, and its invaluable role as part of the strategic process. You'll also find: A thorough discussion of the notion of competitive advantage and how it relates to risk An exploration of consumer perception and reputation as an asset to be managed How to use scenario planning and real options to provide a framework for managing uncertainty How a focus on culture and ethics can minimize the risk of large losses due to adverse behaviors Perfect for risk management and strategy professionals The Two Headed Coin will also earn a place in the libraries of executives and managers who wish to improve their ability to integrate strategic and risk thinking to create competitive advantage.

An English girl with no known parents joins the army and turns into a professional killer. On return to the UK she is recruited by MI6 and is engaged on various projects to deal with elements that require action outside of British law.

A compendium of 24 coin tricks from famed magic buff Martin Gardner and the rest of our magical informants. Comes with a genuine double-headed quarter.

This centuries-spanning original graphic novel from legendary writer/artist Walter Simonson cleverly ties the Biblical story of Judas to the DC Universe. Simonson shows how one of the silver coins Judas was paid to betray Jesus has had an impact on the DC Universe, with chapters starring The Golden Gladiator (70 A.D.), The Viking Prince (900 A.D.), Captain Fear (1740) and Bat Lash (1880). The centerpiece of the book is an epic battle between Batman and Two-Face. The story blasts into the future as well, with a final chapter set in the year 2070.

Research in mathematics is much more than solving puzzles, but most people will agree that solving puzzles is not just fun: it helps focus the mind and increases one's armory of techniques for doing mathematics. Mathematical Puzzles makes this connection explicit by isolating important mathematical methods, then using them to solve puzzles and prove a theorem. Features A collection of the world’s best mathematical puzzles Each chapter features a technique for solving mathematical puzzles, examples, and finally a genuine theorem of mathematics that features that technique in its proof Puzzles that are entertaining, mystifying, paradoxical, and satisfying; they are not just exercises or contest problems.

Have some extra change rattling around in your pocket? Need a new party trick? Coin Magic: The Complete Book of Coin Tricks is your go-to reference for astonishing any audience—friends, family, people on the street, or even strangers sitting in a theater seat seeing your first public performance. Everyone will be amazed by your ability to captivate and charm. Originally published in the 1930s, this highly acclaimed coin magic book from master of manipulation Jean Hugard is still a leading authority today for magicians everywhere. Whether you’re an active professional magician looking to add to your repertoire or just someone learning tricks for fun, this classic book is a comprehensive collection of coin magic—with more than one hundred tips and tricks to help you master the craft of illusion and sleight of hand. Additionally, this book includes dozens of illustrations to guide readers through tricks, making them much easier for them to grasp visually. Included with this edition is a brand new foreword written by award-winning coin magician and expert on twentieth-century coin magic technique David Roth, making this edition of Coin Magic the quintessential authority on the subject.

The refugee -- The candlestick maker -- The reverend and the submarine -- Amazing grace -- The genius at the royal mint -- The lady with the lamp -- The yankee chipper