Bøker av Mark Lyons

Go-Ahead began life after the privatization of the National Bus Company in 1987. It has since acquired operations across England. It also operates Govia Thameslink Railway. Recently, it has established an overseas presence and runs franchised operations. Illustrated with over 150 color photographs, this book looks at its first 25 years in detail.

''Not for profit'' enterprises provide services enjoyed or depended upon by many Australians. But the charities, sports clubs, churches, community organisations, welfare groups, associations, unions, and foundations that draw on our support - and comprise the third sector - also make a significant contribution to our society. They promote social change and defend traditional values; they express our capacity to work together without being ordered by government or lured by profit. Third Sector provides the first overview of Australia''s non-profit enterprises. It describes how this vital part of our economy developed and how it operates today, including interaction with the government and business sectors. As well as documenting the third sector''s contributions, it warns of the threats it faces from massive economic, technological and demographic changes. Third sector organisations must now adapt to new circumstances, and prove worthy of continuing support.For community leaders, this book is essential reading. For politicians, public servants and anyone else who interacts with the third sector, it will be an invaluable resource. As the most comprehensive reference available, Third Sector will be useful to students and teachers of politics, public policy, and welfare studies.

A summary of the chapters in this book commences with Philosophy & Humor. Poems that display a twisted way of thinking that are intended to crack a smile. Economic & Political takes a few shots at the way the American citizen is being used. Used by Corporate America, i.e., Wall Street, Big Oil, the Federal Banking System, and even our own government. Sentimental & Spiritual is some mushy love poems and about places I have visited that left an impression. Also, grouped with these are poems on God and/or religion. Conflict & Crisis is about disharmony, friction, war, etc., and also pertains to the conservation of nature, or lack thereof. The Dark Side delves into the gloomy arena where death and evil are showcased. Finally, Cynicism & Sarcasm closes out the book. This is the chapter where nothing is sacred. I look for targets; if I can hit the bull's-eye, I take a shot.