Other Non Fiction

The most up-to-date dictionary of quotations available, this thoroughly revised new edition features generous coverage of recent times and modern figures. With a truly international outlook, quotations are drawn from a wide variety of sources, including political speeches, newspaper headline, literature and television programmes. Arranged alphabetically by author and fully indexed by keyword, it is the only dictionary of quotations to include mini-biographies of the authors.

A celebration of the last great era of the cinematic sex siren - a time when the cultural revolution resulted in unprecedented liberation in the treatment of nudity on screen.The Sixties and Seventies was an era when actresses were not ashamed to be associated with the tag of 'Sex Goddess' or 'Sex Siren' and were not embarrassed to exploit their beauty and bodily charms to enhance their career. Sex Sirens centres around a select number of actresses who capitalised on their natural beauty during this era. They range from cinematic legends to some whose names are barely known by the general public.

Each chapter focuses on one actress with a biography, commentary and complete filmography. With an introduction by Roger Moore. Features full colour photos, rare international movie poster artwork and magazine covers.

Actresses featured include Sophia Loren, Raquel Welch, Brigitte Bardot, Elizabeth Taylor, Ursula Andress and Gina Lollobrigida.

Stocked 17.10.11

10/12/08

This is a comprehensive guide that addresses green investing from several important angles. Between global warming and overflowing landfills, the environment is constantly in the news. And while these problems persist, their solution can create vast opportunities.

This manual offers a code of practice for the in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment. It includes advice on compliance with health and safety legislation. The text specifies the frequency and scope of inspections and testing in different environments.