Russell Campbell writes with a keen eye for irony about the greed and fear that drive not only financial markets but also human motivations. His work explores the fine line between legitimacy and illicit practices, questioning how far individuals might go if they believed they wouldn't be caught. Campbell draws from his experiences, grounding his narratives in the Scottish landscape while revealing universal truths about human nature.
Georges Simenon's narratives reflect the anxieties of men facing challenges to their patriarchal roles during the rise of feminist movements. This investigation places his work within its historical context, exploring how it responds to evolving gender relations in Western society. Through his captivating storytelling, Simenon addresses the complexities of masculinity and societal change, offering a profound commentary on the shifting dynamics of power and identity.
The book explores the role of documentary filmmakers in shaping national identity among native New Zealanders through various social movements, including industrial conflicts, Maori land rights campaigns, women's liberation, and the New Zealand Wars. It highlights how these filmmakers have captured and portrayed the struggles and histories that contribute to the collective consciousness of the nation.
The remarkable story of Ivor Montagu, and of left-wing politics and Soviet undercover activity in Britain between the wars
Outsourced chief investment officers oversee an increasing number of large investment portfolios. OCIOs manage trillions of dollars and this is one of the fastest growing parts of the investment business.While these OCIOs are gaining clients and assets to manage, clients too are learning. Clients are getting better at understanding what it is they like - and don't like about the OCIO model. Some of these clients have felt frustrated and fired their first OCIO and hired a new one. But replacing a vendor doesn't always improve the outcomes. Instead of swapping one set of problems for others, there is a better solution for everyone. Clients and OCIO firms can both benefit from acknowledging that there are principles for managing these large, complex portfolios. OCIO 2.0 offers a road map for the industry to move towards a set of principles which can guide both OCIOs and their clients.