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Algerian SketchesDiscover the profound insights of Pierre Bourdieu in this essential collection, where he explores the complex realities of the Algerian War. In the late 1950s, amidst a backdrop of conflict, Bourdieu embarked on a quest for understanding the socio political intricacies of Algeria. This comprehensive volume captures his pioneering research, illuminating the resettlement camps that symbolized the destructive impact of colonialism on Algerian society.
Discover the profound insights of Pierre Bourdieu in this essential collection, where he explores the complex realities of the Algerian War. In the late 1950s, amidst a backdrop of conflict, Bourdieu embarked on a quest for understanding the socio-political intricacies of Algeria. This comprehensive volume captures his pioneering research, illuminating the resettlement camps that symbolized the destructive impact of colonialism on Algerian society. With 400 pages of thought-provoking content, this book is a must-have for scholars and enthusiasts of sociology and anthropology. Bourdieu's transition to an ethnographic lens, coupled with rapid sociological analysis, unveils the mechanisms of domination and the social crisis engendered by war. Delve into his early writings along with later reflections that reveal the influence of Algeria on his academic trajectory. Perfect for those interested in colonial studies and the interplay between culture and conflict, this book offers invaluable perspectives. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780745646954. Year: 2013. Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK). Pages: 400.Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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ISBN: 9780745646954
Year: 2013
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 400
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In the late 1950s, like tens of thousands of young men of his
generation, Pierre Bourdieu, having recently passed the
agrégation in philosophy, found himself immersed in the
Algerian war. Motivated by an impulse that, as he himself says,
?was civic rather than political?, nothing seemed more
important to him than to understand the Algerian situation and
provide the elements that would enable others to come to an
informed judgement about it.
In extremely tough conditions and along with a small group of
students, Bourdieu undertook a series of studies across an Algeria
that was tightly patrolled by the army, leading him to discover the
shocking reality of the resettlement camps and to analyse the
mechanisms of destruction of Algerian society of which they were
emblematic. To achieve the objectives he had set himself, Bourdieu
had to carry out a genuine intellectual conversion, acquiring an
ethnographic understanding of Algerian society, learning
sociological analysis at a breakneck pace and inventing new
instruments - both theoretical and empirical - that would enable
him to understand the relations of domination specific to
colonialism. These new tools also enabled him to analyse the nature
of the crisis that the war had both produced and manifested.
This unique volume brings together the first texts written by
Bourdieu in the midst of the Algerian conflict, as well as later
writings and interviews in which he returns to the topic of Algeria
and the decisive role it played in the development of his work.
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One of the best Project Management Books I've Read!
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This was a really great read for many reasons. The focus on ensuring your project has a strategic purpose is so important these days, where Program and Project Managers need to make sure the projects they are leading are providing value to the organization. The framework is one that can be applied immediately with the explanation and tools provided in the book and on the author's website. The real-life stories and projects were not only fun to read, but very helpful in understanding how to apply the framework. The examples were very thorough and helpful. There is great information on what is needed from a PM to be successful including managing the team and stakeholders.
On top of all that, when I got to Chapter 10 it was like a bonus chapter for me. Chapter 10's focus is on "managing your inner game", and has great information on ensuring you have the right mindset to be successful. Project Managers have the opportunity (and challenge) to work with many different personalities and in many challenging environments. This chapter provides really great information on how to navigate those waters and be successful. Chapter 10 could seriously be a book in itself.
Chapter 12 was yet another bonus chapter, especially for lifelong learners. It's all about the idea of taking everything we've learned and applying it to our life. As the author states, our lives are essentially a project. Why not apply the same principles to ensure we are achieving our purpose and providing value, with yet again, really great examples to get us started.
Anyone who leads or is involved in any kind of projects or who wants to work better in a team environment would benefit from reading this book.
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Strategic Management Made Simple and Effective
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I told Terry Schmidt that would be a better title for his book, “Strategic Management Made Simple and Effective”.
The time-tested Logical Framework Approach (LFA) that Terry champions goes far beyond project management. With its exploratory LogFrame matrix leading from inputs to outcomes, outcomes to purpose, and purpose to goal, the LFA forces you to understand the reason for the project. Projects are not executed for their own reason but to achieve something specific. The LogFrame traverses the ladder from inputs to goal through objectives with success measures, ways to verify success, and assumptions that must hold true be successful.
Terry adds his own concept -- that he calls the Implementation Equation™ -- to help you build the LogFrame: IF inputs AND valid assumptions, THEN outcomes / IF outcomes AND valid assumptions, THEN purpose / IF purpose AND valid assumptions, THEN goal.
This methodology offers you a way to view the LogFrame with multiple perspectives: scientific method, strategic planning, project management, risk management, management by objectives, and, although he does not mention it, also quality management.
In particular, his use of assumptions has helped me to redefine my view of risk management. Rather than brainstorm a large list of possible risks in a registry that becomes impossible to manage, I use the probability that the assumptions needed for success are not valid – and their impact on achieving success, as the true risks that must be actively managed.
A highly entertaining as well as informative book, “Strategic Project Management Made Simple”, or whatever you choose to call it, should be the first guide you reach for when building a portfolio, creating programs or products, or starting a project.
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Easy to Learn Concepts & Great Read
Format: Hardcover
This book is perfect for those curious problem solvers looking to solve simple and complex situations with achievable solutions. The additional resources that come with the book are incredibly helpful in reviewing the multitude of case studies shared. Further, the author provides easy to follow guidance on how to apply the log frame to any situation and shares common pitfalls to avoid. Anyone looking to better understand and implement strategic project planning easily, buy this book!
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LFA is now the Project Manager's Super-Power!
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This books is not just for PMs, it is also for people in operations that are facing the challenge of aligning the output of their day-to-day activities and multiple projects with the bigger picture of their enterprise.
Personally, what I liked the most (and which it has been very helpful) is the visualization and alignment of the strategy with the operational side of the business: Logical Framework Approach (LFA) -- I call LFA my hidden super-power!
Strategy is an abstract concept and often difficult to communicate to those responsible for the execution of the projects. Terry made this task very simple by addressing the most important aspect of any project: What are we trying to accomplish and Why?
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Enlightening and practical
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(Review by Scott Miller) I met the author at the PMI Global Summit 2022 and became intrigued with his background and approach. In buying the book, I found it enlightening and practical, for both my work and myself. This is an easy read and is structured in a way to allow me to easily refer to and use the tools it highlights. I encourage anyone interested in project management to buy this book and give it a read...and keep it as a reference for your career! Great work Terry!
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