This book is open access under a CC-BY license The importance of the pharmaceutical industry in Sub-Saharan Africa its claim to policy priority is rooted in the vast unmet health needs of the sub-continent Making Medicines in Africa is a collective endeavour by a group of contributors with a strong African & more broadly Southern presence to find ways to link technological development investment & industrial growth in pharmaceuticals to improve access to essential good quality medicines as part of moving towards universal access to competent health care in Africa The authors aim to shift the emphasis in international debate & initiatives towards sustained Africa-based & African-led initiatives to tackle this huge challenge Without the technological industrial intellectual organisational & research-related capabilities associated with competent pharmaceutical production & without policies that pull the industrial sectors towards serving local health needs the African sub-continent cannot generate the resources to tackle its populations' needs & demands Research for this book has been selected as one of the 20 best examples of the impact of UK research on development See httpwwwukcdsorgukthe-global-impact-of-uk-research for further details ...

Many beautiful illuminated manuscripts survive from the Middle Ages & can be seen in libraries & museums throughout Europe But who were the skilled craftsmen who made these exquisite books? What precisely is parchment? How were medieval manuscripts designed & executed? What were the inks & pigments & how were they applied? This book looks at the work of scribes illuminators & book binders Based principally on examples in the Bodleian Library this lavishly illustrated account tells the story of manuscript production from the early Middle Ages through to the high Renaissance Each stage of production is described in detail from the preparation of the parchment pens paints & inks to the writing of the scripts & the final decoration & illumination of the manuscript This book also explains the role of the stationer or bookshop often to be found near cathedral & market squares in the commissioning of manuscripts & it cites examples of specific scribes & illuminators who can be identified through their work as professional lay artisans Christopher de Hamel&s engaging text is accompanied by a glossary of key technical terms relating to manuscripts & illumination providing an invaluable introduction for anyone interested in studying medieval manuscripts today ...

' Whoever said you can't fool an honest man wasn't one' The Royal Bank is facing a crisis & it's time for a change of management Who would not to wish for that job? It's a job for life But as former con-man Moist von Lipwig is learning the life is not necessarily for long The Chief Cashier is almost certainly a vampire There's something nameless in the cellar (and the cellar itself is pretty nameless) it turns out that the Royal Mint runs at a loss & people actually want to know where the money's gone A 300 year old wizard is after his girlfriend he's about to be exposed as a fraud but the Assassins Guild might get him first In fact lot of people want him dead Oh & every day he has to take the Chairman for walkies Everywhere he looks he's making enemies What he should be doing is Making Money! ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play 1980s sci-fi comedy directed by Susan Seidelman (& Desperately Seeking Susan&) John Malkovich stars in a dual role as both scientist Dr Jeff Peters inventor of a robotic clone of himself & Dr Peters& creation an android named Ulysses Believing that Ulysses could do with a bit more emotional identity Dr Peters& company hire top PR consultant & image-maker Frankie Stone (Ann Magnuson) to train the robot in human behaviour It isn&t long before she has imbued him with all the feelings & sentiments that make him the man of her dreams
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A boxed set of 4 fine china black & white mugs with a sheet music design wrapped around all 4 mugs as well as the accompanying gift box The mugs are finished with a treble clef detail they are microwave & dishwasher safe Each mug measures 85cm high x 12cm wide x 85cm deep ...

This book is an essential guide for anyone interested in the popular craft of needle-felting Whether you are completely new to needle-felting or an experienced felter this book has something to offer from precise instructions to creative inspiration Written by two authors experienced in making & teaching crafts to students of all ages & abilities instructions are easy to follow & include practical yet creative ideas to fix common mistakes Projects arise from a genuine love of the natural world & animals whether they be family pets (Our Friend Dexter') or wild animals whose widespread ill-treatment has brought them into the limelight Requiring no experience other than an interest in working & playing with wool projects progressively build on skills throughout & will transform you into an avid needle-felter in no time at all ...

Margaret Bloom's new book introduces us to a new range of projects to keep hands busy From simple peg doll necklaces mobiles pin cushions & fantastical flying creatures this series of delightful craft projects will inspire all the family to make & play creatively ...

The world's greatest authority on language explains the secrets & subtleties of the grammar of English David Crystal explores its history & varieties explains its rules & irregularities & shows how to navigate its snares & pitfalls He gives practical guidance on how grammar is used in different ways for different purposes & in different social settings In a series of revealing illustrations he also considers what learned & prominent people have said about English grammar over the centuries Like its three companion volumes Making Sense will appeal to everyone interested in the English language & how to use it ...

Deliver engaging enquiry-driven lessons & help pupils gain a coherent chronological understanding of & across periods studied with this complete offering for Key Stage 3 History Designed for the 2014 National Curriculum this learning package makes history inspiring to learn ...

Deliver engaging enquiry-driven lessons & help pupils gain a coherent chronological understanding of & across periods studied with this complete offering for Key Stage 3 History Designed for the 2014 National Curriculum this supportive learning package makes history fun & inspiring to learn Making Sense of History consists of four Pupil's Books with accompanying Dynamic Learning Teaching & Learning resources Structured around big picture overviews & in-depth enquiries on different topics the course develops pupils understanding of history & their ability to ask & explore valid historical questions about the past- Help pupils come to a sound chronological understanding of the past & identify the most significant events connections & patterns of change & continuity with specifically tailored big pictures of the period & of the topics within it- Develop pupils' enquiry skills & help them become motivated & curious to learn about the past with purposeful & engaging enquiries & a focus on individuals' lives- Ensure pupils' progress in their historical thinking through clear & balanced targeted coverage of the main second order concepts in history- Support & stretch your pupils with differentiated material including writing frames to support literacy & ideas for more challenge provided in the Dynamic Learning Teaching & Learning Resources- Make assessment become a meaningful & manageable process through bespoke mark schemes for individual pieces of work ...