This major new work comprises more than 1 000 images that highlight the beauty subtlety simplicity or complexity of textiles created around the world. The juxtaposition of historical & contemporary examples highlights the skill & imagination of textile designers throughout history as well as the remarkable range of achievements. Thematic illustrated sections present in-depth knowledge & sweeping insights into the role textiles have played throughout all human civilization & illuminate the ways in which structure or surface decoration or embellishment enhance this most tactile of arts. With a definitive text by Mary Schoeser drawing together knowledge gathered over a liftime of immersion in the textile arts no other book in the vast literature on the subject has so comprehensively celebrated the spectacular & enduring appeal of textiles. ...

Written for 2009 curriculum change Essentials provides concise coverage of all the externally assessed course content & skills for GCSE Textiles Technology. The other five subjects are also available: Electronic Products Food Technology Resistant Materials Graphic Products & Product Design. The student-friendly uncluttered approach guides students through the core content with succinct revision notes & practice questions that focus on the essential content needed for the exams. * Short sentences focused paragraphs & bullet points help to make the content accessible to students of all abilities * Key words & concepts are highlighted to aid memory & recall * Relevant diagrams & illustrations clarify key points & aid visual learning * Practice questions at the end of each section test & reinforce understanding * Quick Test & Key Word summary at the end of every spread. FREE 16-page pull-out guide to Controlled Assessment included! Written for 2009 curriculum change Essentials provides concise coverage of all the externally assessed course content & skills for GCSE Textiles Technology. The other five subjects are also available: Electronic Products Food Technology Resistant Materials Graphic Products & Product Design. The student-friendly uncluttered approach guides students through the core content with succinct revision notes & practice questions that focus on the essential content needed for the exams. * Short sentences focused paragraphs & bullet points help to make the content accessible to students of all abilities * Key words & concepts are highlighted to aid memory & recall * Relevant diagrams & illustrations clarify key points & aid visual learning * Practice questions at the end of each section test & reinforce understanding * Quick Test & Key Word summary at the end of every spread. FREE 16-page pull-out guide to Controlled Assessment included! ...

The exotic cooking of Thailand & Asia made easy with a guide to ingredients & over 300 step-by-step recipes. It is a wonderful collection of authentic Thai & Asian recipes with over 300 step-by-step recipes shown in more than 1400 photographs. The recipes include traditional classics such as Peking Duck with Mandarin Pancakes Sambal Nanas from Malaysia Thai Spring Rolls Nasi Goreng from Indonesia Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls & Japanese Sashimi. It presents a visual encyclopedia of Thai & Asian ingredients & how to use them from rice & noodles through tofu & shellfish to meats poultry exotic fruits & delicious aromatic spices. More than 1400 superb photographs easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions & nutritional information for every dish make this an essential guide to the cuisine of Thailand & its surrounding countries. This volume features the delectable cooking of Thailand & key dishes from China Korea & Japan down through Burma Thailand & Vietnam to the islands of Malaysia Borneo Indonesia & the Philippines. The first part is a visual encyclopedia of Thai & Asian ingredients &

Includes:: descriptions of culinary uses storage preparation & techniques. The second part has over 300 recipes
- snacks & appetizers soups poultry dishes meat dishes fish & shellfish dishes vegetable main dishes rice dishes noodle dishes side dishes & accompaniments salads & desserts. This is an essential companion for those who love asian food.


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Concise & user-friendly Thai: An Essential Grammar is the ideal guide to the basic structures of the language for both students on taught courses & independent learners. Grammatical forms are explained in clear jargon-free style & illustrated by examples given in both Thai script & romanization. As well as grammar it

Includes:: guidance on pronunciation speech conventions & the beautiful Thai writing system.

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No need to go to your local restaurant or take away
- now you can bring your favourite oriental dishes to your own kitchen. From
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Discover how to create delicious Thai dishes using easily available ingredients & with surprisingly little effort. Kris Dhillon explains the basic principles of Thai cooking
- fresh flavoursome ingredients correctly combined & quickly cooked
- so that you can achieve the wonderful flavours Thai cooking is famous for. Many Thai restaurants in the Western world barely capture the true essence of Thai food but Kris shows how you can match the best Thai food from Thail&. Recipes of this book include perfect pad thai easy stir fries aromatic soups Thai tempura quick vegetarian side dishes like steamed bok choy & garlicky broccolini & a large variety of curries including the classic Thai green curry.

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Collins Thai Gem Dictionary offers learners extensive & up-to-date coverage of Thai & English in a compact portable format. This Thai dictionary is designed for all levels of language learner whether at home at school or at work. It is the ideal text for anyone who needs a wealth of reliable information in a portable format. o Collins Thai Gem Dictionary contains all the everyday words & phrases used in todays Thai & English that you will need to know. o An easy-to-use & reliable dictionary. o A two-way dictionary: Thai-English & English-Thai. o The clear colour layout ensures that you can quickly find the information you need. o All Thai words phrases & translations are shown with their romanized transcription
- ideal for beginners.
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Aromatic & exotic Thai cuisine has captured imaginations & tastebuds the world over. Now using this fabulous little book you can recreate the fresh appealing food of Thailand at home. Including fragrant curries fresh salads impressive starters & rice & noodles packed full of flavour these recipes will fit in beautifully with our hectic lives & are packed with fantastic healthy ingredients. So whether it's Pad Thai Green Chicken Curry or Spring Rolls Satay sticks Mussels with Lemongrass or fresh zingy salads there's always something to make your tastebuds sing. ...

Thai Food gives the most comprehensive account of this ancient & exotic cuisine ever published in English. David Thompson shares his passion for the unique style of cooking that he believes to be one of the world's greatest cuisines. He provides over 300 mouthwatering recipes from the simple honest flavour of a classic pad thai or the refreshing tang of a Green Papaya Salad to such elaborate creations as Green Curry of Trout Dumplings with Apple Eggplants or Stir-fried Crispy Fish Cakes with Pork & Salted Eggs. A series of introductory chapters examine the role of food in Thai culture & society offer guidance on ingredients with notes on availability & substitutions & explain the essential techniques of Thai cookery. More than 50 menus provide ideas for combining Thai dishes. Beautifully written & complimented by superb photography this book captures all aspects of this diverse culinary culture. ...

Get More From Your Trip with easy-to-find phrases for every travel situation: Basics Practical Social Food Safe Travel Sustainable Travel Plus: Never get stuck for words with our 3500-word two-way dictionary Order the right meal with our menu decoder Avoid embarrassing situations with essential tips on culture & manners 25+ Years Lonely Planet Phrasebooks have been connecting travelers & locals for over a quarter of a century. 120+ Languages Our phrasebooks & mobile apps cover more than any other publisher ...