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Erik Blair

    An adventurer and entrepreneur, this author explores themes of freedom and pleasure through his global travels. His work demonstrates a keen interest in practical guidance, evident in his contribution to police cycling, where he donated his proceeds to support the International Police Mountain Bike Association.

    Policing in the Pacific Islands
    Independent Thinking on Teaching in Higher Education
    Whitewash
    Reimagining Graduate Supervision in Developing Contexts
    • 2023

      This open access book brings together insights into Pacific policing, conceptualising policing broadly as order maintenance involving the actions of multiple local, regional and international actors with sometimes competing and conflicting agendas.

      Policing in the Pacific Islands
    • 2020
    • 2017

      Reimagining Graduate Supervision in Developing Contexts

      A Focus on Regional Universities

      • 92 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      The book explores the informal and inconsistent practices of graduate supervision, revealing the challenges faced by both students and supervisors in tertiary institutions. Watson and Roberts analyze how these unstructured approaches affect academic success and draw parallels with similar issues in other developing countries, emphasizing the need for more formalized supervisory frameworks to enhance educational outcomes.

      Reimagining Graduate Supervision in Developing Contexts
    • 2004

      Whitewash

      The Definitive Insider's Account of the Shocking Valeria Soledad Scandal

      • 218 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      "Whitewash" explores the intricate dynamics of race, identity, and societal perceptions through a gripping narrative. The book delves into the personal struggles of its characters as they navigate a world marked by prejudice and stereotypes. It challenges readers to confront uncomfortable truths about racism and the impact of cultural narratives. Through poignant storytelling, it sheds light on the complexities of belonging and the quest for authenticity in a society that often seeks to erase individuality.

      Whitewash