Dipak Basu Libri

Bound to a naval officer in a loveless marriage, Pauline Wainwright comes to India against her will and finds herself thrust into the turmoil that surrounds a remote English outpost threatened by the Bengal Army. In her adopted land, during forays into the idyllic countryside, between encounters with wild animals, amid chaos of war preparations, Pauline strangely finds peace. She makes several friends and wins the admiration and love of two strong men. As their military situation deteriorates, the three draw strength from one another and throw themselves into a mad scramble to avert a terrible catastrophe.Heroic efforts to defend the garrison and acts of incredible bravery are counterpointed by squabbles, spineless direction, and ultimate desertion by the fort's leadership. Misfortune after misfortune haunt the survivors. Still the fortress holds, inspired by memories of an England which they may never see again.The climax of A Flight of Green Parrots occurs in a suffocating dungeon where Pauline desperately attempts to save her men and a hundred others from a fate history only knows as the Black Hole of Calcutta.

Focusing on the application of diverse methods in economics, this volume emphasizes solving real-world problems through mathematical, computational, and analytical techniques. It is structured into three parts: Methods, Theory, and Applications. Key topics include econometric analysis, fiscal policy impacts, and dynamic environmental taxation models. Notable models include a Japanese organizational structure and a goal programming approach for health service budget management. Additionally, it explores macroeconometric models for EU countries aimed at stabilizing inflation through coordinated efforts.

Set against the backdrop of 18th century China, the narrative follows British traders as they navigate the complexities of establishing an opium trade. Their journey is fraught with challenges, requiring alliances with the Chinese mafia and encounters with Vietnamese pirates. This tale explores themes of commerce, cultural exchange, and the moral dilemmas faced in pursuit of profit, painting a vivid picture of the historical tensions and intrigues of the time.