Böcker av Andrew Green

Walking may seem a simple act. But it has a long history, much of it unnoticed. It has always carried a wide range of associations, in a myriad of areas, including manual work, philosophy, social class, landscape, political protest, cartography, poetry, religion, tourism and art. Wales is especially rich in traditions of walking - walking by...

Defying Expectations: Creating Your Own Narrative Are you tired of feeling like you're stuck in someone else's story? Do you constantly find yourself living up to other people's expectations, but never your own? This book is for anyone who wants to break free from the confines of other people's expectations and create a narrative that is truly their own. Discover how to: Identify the expectations that are holding you back and break free from themCreate a compelling personal narrative that resonates with your audienceOvercome self-doubt with actionable strategiesNavigate difficult conversations and situations with grace and confidenceLearn from real-life examples of people who have defied expectations and created their own paths to successBenefits of reading this book include: Increased self-awareness and confidenceA clearer sense of purpose and direction in lifeA better understanding of how to communicate effectively with othersA newfound ability to set boundaries and say no to things that don't align with your goalsInspiration and motivation to pursue your dreams, even in the face of adversityIf you're ready to stop living in someone else's story and start creating your own, this book is for you. With actionable advice and inspiring stories, Defying Expectations: Creating Your Own Narrative will give you the tools you need to take control of your life and create a narrative that is uniquely your own. Order your copy today and start creating your own narrative!

Defying Expectations: Creating Your Own NarrativeAre you tired of feeling like you're stuck in someone else's story? Do you constantly find yourself living up to other people's expectations, but never your own? This book is for anyone who wants to break free from the confines of other people's expectations and create a narrative that is truly their own.Discover how to:Identify the expectations that are holding you back and break free from themCreate a compelling personal narrative that resonates with your audienceOvercome self-doubt with actionable strategiesNavigate difficult conversations and situations with grace and confidenceLearn from real-life examples of people who have defied expectations and created their own paths to success Benefits of reading this book include:Increased self-awareness and confidenceA clearer sense of purpose and direction in lifeA better understanding of how to communicate effectively with othersA newfound ability to set boundaries and say no to things that don't align with your goalsInspiration and motivation to pursue your dreams, even in the face of adversityIf you're ready to stop living in someone else's story and start creating your own, this book is for you. With actionable advice and inspiring stories,Defying Expectations: Creating Your Own Narrative will give you the tools you need to take control of your life and create a narrative that is uniquely your own.Order your copy today and start creating your own narrative!

Strikingly illustrated Valuable addition to any family library

The complete and practical guide to one of the hottest topics in quantitative finance Deep learning, that is, the use of deep neural networks, is now one of the hottest topics amongst quantitative analysts. Deep Learning in Quantitative Finance provides a comprehensive treatment of deep learning and describes a wide range of applications in mainstream quantitative finance. Inside, you'll find over ten chapters which apply deep learning to multiple use cases across quantitative finance. You'll also gain access to a companion site containing a set of Jupyter notebooks, developed by the author, that use Python to illustrate the examples in the text. Readers will be able to work through these examples directly. This book is a complete resource on how deep learning is used in quantitative finance applications. It introduces the basics of neural networks, including feedforward networks, optimization, and training, before proceeding to cover more advanced topics. You'll also learn about the most important software frameworks. The book then proceeds to cover the very latest deep learning research in quantitative finance, including approximating derivative values, volatility models, credit curve mapping, generating realistic market data, and hedging. The book concludes with a look at the potential for quantum deep learning and the broader implications deep learning has for quantitative finance and quantitative analysts. Covers the basics of deep learning and neural networks, including feedforward networks, optimization and training, and regularization techniques Offers an understanding of more advanced topics like CNNs, RNNs, autoencoders, generative models including GANs and VAEs, and deep reinforcement learning Demonstrates deep learning application in quantitative finance through case studies and hands-on applications via the companion website Introduces the most important software frameworks for applying deep learning within finance This book is perfect for anyone engaged with quantitative finance who wants to get involved in a subject that is clearly going to be hugely influential for the future of finance.

Andrew Green chooses the hundred most significant objects in Welsh history. Wales in 100 Objects brings history to life, evoking key moments in Wales' past through tangible, physical artefacts. -- Gwasg Gomer

Have you been chosen to chair a group or a meeting for the first time?In the Chair is a practical, up-to-date and comprehensive guide to how to become the successful Chair of any body, whether it's the organisation you work for, a community group or charity, or a public or company Board. What qualities and skills do you need? How should you approach your group and its members? How should you prepare for and conduct meetings? How do you arrive at decisions, and cope with difficult situations and people?Inside you will find invaluable advice on chairing formal Boards and working with Chief Executives, as well as how to approach special kinds of meeting, including formal and public meetings, conferences, appointment panels, bilingual meetings and videoconferences.In the Chair will benefit anyone keen to make participating in groups and meetings a productive and enjoyable experience.

This new book seeks to navigate the reader through the complexities of CVA, DVA and FVA. Modelling frameworks for these three quantities are discussed in detail including the very latest developments in FVA and OIS discounting. The book covers simple analytic models through to complex multi-asset class Monte Carlo engines.

This book explores the practice of teaching secondary English, engaging teachers with theory and policies to enable them to reflect on their processes.

Competition to study English Literature at university is now tougher than ever before. How can you make sure your application stands out? What is expected of you at university? How will you adapt to the changes in teaching, learning and lifestyle? The world of English Literature is an unfamiliar yet exciting one, and clear guidance on how to cope with the demands of university-level study is essential if you want to succeed. Andrew Green takes you from the A level/school/college classroom to the university lecture theatre, covering everything from:* deciding which university and course is right for you * making initial applications * tackling Summer reading lists to the skills needed for studying at degree level: * preparing for lectures, seminars and tutorials * interpreting reading lists and developing your reading skills * applying literary theory * becoming a better writer * referencing an essay and avoiding plagiarism * researching online. Whether you are just thinking about taking English Literature to degree level, or needing help through your university course, Starting an English Literature Degree is the must-have companion.