For Her Good Estate - The Life of Elizabeth the Burgh
For Her Good Estate recounts the trials and triumphs of a fourteenth-century English noblewoman. Elizabeth de Burgh led a tumultuous early life: an arranged marriage, an abduction leading to a clandestine second marriage, a forced third marriage to a man who died a traitor. Afterwards, empowered by a vow of chastity to insure her independence, Elizabeth emerged as a capable administrator of her vast estates, a concerned mother and grandmother, a shrewd builder of social and political networks, and a good friend.
Field Guides to Finding a New Career: Non-Profits and Government
The new "Nonprofits and Government" guides career changers in exploring career possibilities in this interesting field. With invaluable tips and practical advice from professionals, this resource provides readers with an overview of nonprofits and government as well as ways to map out career goals for the future. The careers profiled include: Communications manager; Educator; Fundraiser; Grant; administrator; Legal advisor; Lobbyist; Public official; and, Volunteer coordinator.