Books with author Robert C. Davis

This is a study that digs deeply into this 'other' slavery, the bondage of Europeans by North-African Muslims that flourished during the same centuries as the heyday of the trans-Atlantic trade from sub-Saharan Africa to the Americas. Here are explored the actual extent of Barbary Coast slavery, the dynamic relationship between master and slave, and the effects of this slaving on Italy, one of the slave takers' primary targets and victims.

While some books about police psychology contain a chapter on the fitness-for-duty question, this is the first comprehensive publication focused exclusively on psychological fitness-for-duty evaluations (FFDEs) for law enforcement personnel. This handbook is ideal for professionals and for coursework designed to prepare individuals for careers as police or municipal officials, psychologists, students, behavioral science specialists, human rights advocates, and attorneys. A helpful glossary makes the book even more useful for students and those who do not have extensive academic or formal training in psychology or public administration.A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement describes in detail the mechanics of setting up a fitness-for-duty methodology and examines the effectiveness of FFDEs in law enforcement. You’ll find clear instructions for developing a FFDE system from the law enforcement executive’s viewpoint (valuable for attorneys, police psychologists, and civil service board members as well), and an extensive bibliography with particular emphasis on laws and cases that provide guidance to psychological and law enforcement professionals. Several appendices provide examples of documentation that can be used in the evaluation process.This book brings you reliable information on:legal precedents, with a review of legal cases (in language appropriate for law enforcement executives and psychologists)the interaction between police culture, psychological assessment, and therapyfederal laws that impact FFDEs, including the HIPAA, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family Medical Leave Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Actcase law and FFDEs, with emphasis on civil rights laws, labor issues, professional ethical dilemmas, and the psychologist as a potential expert witnessthe proper uses—and the misuses—of the FFDE approachpolice departmental civil liability and the role that the FFDE plays in addressing legal risksIn addition, this book contains a succinct review of psychological testing (psychometrics), and the technicalities of employing a professional psychologist to determine the fitness of commissioned officers. A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement proposes a model law that could be used to improve the utility and effectiveness of FFDEs, and presents a forward-looking discussion of FFDE issues that may become controversial in the near future.

While some books about police psychology contain a chapter on the fitness-for-duty question, this is the first comprehensive publication focused exclusively on psychological fitness-for-duty evaluations (FFDEs) for law enforcement personnel. This handbook is ideal for professionals and for coursework designed to prepare individuals for careers as police or municipal officials, psychologists, students, behavioral science specialists, human rights advocates, and attorneys. A helpful glossary makes the book even more useful for students and those who do not have extensive academic or formal training in psychology or public administration. A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement describes in detail the mechanics of setting up a fitness-for-duty methodology and examines the effectiveness of FFDEs in law enforcement. You’ll find clear instructions for developing a FFDE system from the law enforcement executive’s viewpoint (valuable for attorneys, police psychologists, and civil service board members as well), and an extensive bibliography with particular emphasis on laws and cases that provide guidance to psychological and law enforcement professionals. Several appendices provide examples of documentation that can be used in the evaluation process. This book brings you reliable information on: legal precedents, with a review of legal cases (in language appropriate for law enforcement executives and psychologists) the interaction between police culture, psychological assessment, and therapy federal laws that impact FFDEs, including the HIPAA, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family Medical Leave Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Act case law and FFDEs, with emphasis on civil rights laws, labor issues, professional ethical dilemmas, and the psychologist as a potential expert witness the proper uses―and the misuses―of the FFDE approach police departmental civil liability and the role that the FFDE plays in addressing legal risks In addition, this book contains a succinct review of psychological testing (psychometrics), and the technicalities of employing a professional psychologist to determine the fitness of commissioned officers. A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement proposes a model law that could be used to improve the utility and effectiveness of FFDEs, and presents a forward-looking discussion of FFDE issues that may become controversial in the near future.

Remember the Gilbert and Sullivan classic, The Mikado?This quirky and hilariously funny opera is now brought up to date in The Euro Mikado, a tale set in the not too distant future, which imagines the Euro currency in crisis and convicted fraudster Gridas released from prison on condition that he devises a new tax to save it, or face a return to complete his sentence.Complicated by his engagement to Pippa, the daughter of press baron Burdock, who has his own tax problems, and by Pippa’s pregnancy to Frankie, the tale winds it’s way from the European corridors of power to a swish ski resort.It’s a collision of worlds as Frankie, disguised as newspaper reporter, seeks to track down the beautiful Pippa and make her his, all set to the original score.The Euro Mikado is written with a sympathetic ear to the Gilbert & Sullivan smash hit and is true to the original’s character of farce and eccentricity that made it so loved among audiences.Multi-talented newcomer Robert Bromley Davis sees the funny side to the European Union and his book is set to thrill audiences for many years to come.

Remember the Gilbert and Sullivan classic, The Mikado? This quirky and hilariously funny opera is now brought up to date in The Euro Mikado, a tale set in the not too distant future, which imagines the Euro currency in crisis and convicted fraudster Gridas released from prison on condition that he devises a new tax to save it, or face a return to complete his sentence. Complicated by his engagement to Pippa, the daughter of press baron Burdock, who has his own tax problems, and by Pippa’s pregnancy to Frankie, the tale winds it’s way from the European corridors of power to a swish ski resort. It’s a collision of worlds as Frankie, disguised as newspaper reporter, seeks to track down the beautiful Pippa and make her his, all set to the original score. The Euro Mikado is written with a sympathetic ear to the Gilbert & Sullivan smash hit and is true to the original’s character of farce and eccentricity that made it so loved among audiences. Multi-talented newcomer Robert Bromley Davis sees the funny side to the European Union and his book is set to thrill audiences for many years to come.

While some books about police psychology contain a chapter on the fitness-for-duty question, this is the first comprehensive publication focused exclusively on psychological fitness-for-duty evaluations (FFDEs) for law enforcement personnel. This handbook is ideal for professionals and for coursework designed to prepare individuals for careers as police or municipal officials, psychologists, students, behavioral science specialists, human rights advocates, and attorneys. A helpful glossary makes the book even more useful for students and those who do not have extensive academic or formal training in psychology or public administration. A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement describes in detail the mechanics of setting up a fitness-for-duty methodology and examines the effectiveness of FFDEs in law enforcement. You’ll find clear instructions for developing a FFDE system from the law enforcement executive’s viewpoint (valuable for attorneys, police psychologists, and civil service board members as well), and an extensive bibliography with particular emphasis on laws and cases that provide guidance to psychological and law enforcement professionals. Several appendices provide examples of documentation that can be used in the evaluation process. This book brings you reliable information on: legal precedents, with a review of legal cases (in language appropriate for law enforcement executives and psychologists) the interaction between police culture, psychological assessment, and therapy federal laws that impact FFDEs, including the HIPAA, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family Medical Leave Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Act case law and FFDEs, with emphasis on civil rights laws, labor issues, professional ethical dilemmas, and the psychologist as a potential expert witness the proper uses―and the misuses―of the FFDE approach police departmental civil liability and the role that the FFDE plays in addressing legal risks In addition, this book contains a succinct review of psychological testing (psychometrics), and the technicalities of employing a professional psychologist to determine the fitness of commissioned officers. A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement proposes a model law that could be used to improve the utility and effectiveness of FFDEs, and presents a forward-looking discussion of FFDE issues that may become controversial in the near future.

When Earl, Joe, and Michelle receive the call from their boss, Mr. Millo, the three employees-who are tasked to complete government research-are never sure where the assignments will take them. From the forests of North America to remote atolls in the ocean to the mountains of South America, the three tackle projects around the globe. With each mission, they face a range of challenging factors-weather, outside unknown forces, and possible kidnapping. They often have reliable backup, but generally the trio must rely on their own knowledge, skills, and resources to get them out of some sticky, off-beat situations. Earl, Joe, and Michelle find their jobs very rewarding and are proud when the missions are completed effectively. From assignment to assignment, they never know if their adversary will be the forces of nature or the forces of man. This collection of mysteries shares ten tales of intrigue and adventure, as three dedicated researchers make their way around the world, solving problems along the way.

When Earl, Joe, and Michelle receive the call from their boss, Mr. Millo, the three employees-who are tasked to complete government research-are never sure where the assignments will take them. From the forests of North America to remote atolls in the ocean to the mountains of South America, the three tackle projects around the globe. With each mission, they face a range of challenging factors-weather, outside unknown forces, and possible kidnapping. They often have reliable backup, but generally the trio must rely on their own knowledge, skills, and resources to get them out of some sticky, off-beat situations. Earl, Joe, and Michelle find their jobs very rewarding and are proud when the missions are completed effectively. From assignment to assignment, they never know if their adversary will be the forces of nature or the forces of man. This collection of mysteries shares ten tales of intrigue and adventure, as three dedicated researchers make their way around the world, solving problems along the way.

Davies went to China in 1988 as a backpacker and after two months touring Pakistan, found himself in Kashgar. He fell in love with Sharpet, an Uighur/Uzbek lady who was already married with a daughter. Blind to bureaucracy they travelled thousands of miles to obtain permission to marry. Sharpet's ex-husband returned from jail and sought revenge, but their love endured and cushioned the fall that came after Robert became involved in trafficking hashish. Arrested and taken 2500 miles across China to Shanghai, he was sentenced to eight and a half years. Fate, however, gave him a unique opportunity to observe a little-known world. He eventually served seven and a half years, and along with other Western prisoners, he fought against a corrupt system of draconian conditions. These memoirs are an indictment against the Chinese legal system, that Davies feels used him and other foreingers as propaganda tools, but he also concedes deference to a prison system that fed him, allowed him the chance to learn three languages and hone his oil painting and guitar playing. This is also about a love that endured years of separation and hardship.

She had a love for math, music and mystery. All in a day's work for this 6th grader. Myranda "Cupcake" Carson was an honor student at Frederick Douglass Middle School. When she wasn't solving difficult math problems, Cupcake enjoyed playing duets on the piano with best friend, Stella Knox, a violinist. Stella was a favorite to win the violin competition at the Annual Middle School Music Festival in Montréal. Stella participated in a fruit box fundraiser to raise money for the competition in May. Mr. Grant, a local businessman, complained that Stella and her brother, Mike, cheated him out of a half bushel of pink grapefruits. He was determined to see that Stella wouldnt go to the music competition. Was Cupcake Carson able to prove Stella's innocence, or was Mr. Grant too smart for the middle school math whiz? Find out in Cupcake Carson, Middle School Detective: The Case of The Bad Bushel