The first all-encompassing skills book to meet the new examination requirements at GCSE & A level this authoritative guide provides full coverage of the geographical skills needed by students of all abilities on their journey through the new 14-19 curriculum. ...

An absolute essential for any elementary level student. Essential Grammar in Use Third edition is a fully updated version of the bestselling grammar title. Now in full colour with new content & even more exercises this updated edition retains all the key features of clarity & ease-of-use that have made the book so popular with students & teachers. This edition with answers is ideal for self-study. ...

Essential Grammar in Use Third edition is a fully updated version of this best-selling grammar title. Now in full colour with new content & even more exercises this updated edition retains all the key features of clarity & ease-of-use that have made the book so popular with learners & teachers alike. Designed to be flexible the Third edition is available both with & without answers making it ideal for self-study but also suitable for reinforcement work in the classroom. The 'with answers' version of the book comes with a handy pull-out reference panel which allows learners to review key grammar points at a glance. It is also available with a CD-ROM offering extra practice of all the grammar covered at this level. ...

' No Groucho is not my real name I'm just breaking it in for a friend'. Presenting the greatest & most hilarious examples of Groucho one of the most influential & well-loved figures in the long & glittering history of comedy. From early scripts to complete screenplays from magazine funnies to fascinating personal correspondence via books greedy banks even greedier lawyers & the coming of television Kanfer's collection captures the essence of Groucho's inimitable comic genius. 'I never forget a face but in your case I'll make an exception'. ...

The Essential Guide to Business for Artists & Designers is a comprehensive business start up & practical enterprise skills guide that will appeal to a wide range of artists & designers. Completely updated for 2013 this excellent guide will help artists & designers acquire vital knowledge & skills to develop a vision & future strategy so they can make a success of their creative business or arts practice. It

Includes:: seven profiles of established artists & designers dozens of apt"ations illustrated mind maps diagrams useful exercises & is printed in the latest dyslexic friendly font. Specific topics that are covered include: making creativity pay; self-employment vs employment; starting up a business; money management; business planning; building networks; self-promotion; funding & sponsorship; intellectual property & legal issues; negotiation tactics & contracts; records taxes & basic bookkeeping; trading via the internet innovation & future trends; a detailed business glossary & full list of professional bodies. All in all this is a thorough guide for all visual artists who want to start up a business. This book cuts through the clatter & the jargon of business giving clear simple advice about how to make a success out of your art practice or creative company. Sir James Dyson

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Unravel the secrets of combining two or more yarn colours with this fabulous practical knitting guide. Master all the techniques that transform simple knitted items into vibrant colourful masterpieces from working with multicolour yarn to stranding & intarsia. This title features 150 vibrant knitting patterns for colour knitting to help you make your knits more vibrant. With easy-to-follow simple instructions knitters of all abilities will be able to add colour to their knitting. Learn the basics of colour theory pick up some new stitches & techniques & then put your skills to use with a project from the Design Workshop. Tight stitches loose stitches curled edges messy ends twisted yarns
- put them all in the past with practical tips & tricks that bring out the best in every project. Broken into nine chapters the book covers Colour Basics Stripes Pattern Stitches Multicoloured Yarns Stranded Knitting Intarsia Other Techniques Finishing Touches & Design Workshop. There is also full guidance on using the charts & sizing guidelines as well as helpful information on knitting abbreviations & symbols & a glossary of knitting techniques. This 320-page bumper book is the essential resource for knitters everywhere
- teaching you all you need to know about using colour in your work to maximum effect.

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The Essential Guide to Crystals" is an authoritative superbly illustrated book that displays crystals in all their dazzling beauty & reveals every aspect of their ancient mysterious power. It covers the many ways in which crystals can be used to heal our spirit & otherwise enhance our life. An introductory section presents a historical overview & then gives guidance on techniques such as crystal healing & meditation the use of amulets & birthstones & working with crystals that correspond to our auras chakras or reflexology points. We learn how to build up & maintain a collection. The second & main section of the book gives an in-depth profile of over 100 crystals arranged according to colour groups. For each crystal there is a full-colour photograph with descriptive text & reference notes on appearance healing properties & other practical uses as well as associated myths & legends. Key words identify each crystal so you can pick the stone to suit your needs whether your purpose is cleansing soothing or energising. " The Essential Guide to Crystals" is the perfect gift for any crystal lover healer or collector." ...

Clearly explain choreography performance & dance appreciation in relation to new set works & choreographers. Thoroughly updated to meet the AS/A2 specifications & relevant Applied A levels BTEC & other Dance qualifications this highly illustrated third edition of Essential Guide to Dance provides support guidance & all the up-to-date information students & teachers need. * Help students grasp dance technique & the implications for safe practice * Reinforce learning with interactive tasks & revision tests * Engage students with an extensive range of activities covering all aspects of current Dance courses so they learn more effectively * Prepare them for their examinations with a student-friendly guide to the choreographic process ...

Nutritionist Suzannah Olivier reveals the active chemicals in food that boost our immune system & help us to fight disease. She explains how what we eat can improve our energy levels & lift our mood & why arthritis high blood pressure & many other chronic conditions can be relieved by simple changes to the food we eat. ...

The Essential Guide to Holistic & Complementary Therapy is the most comprehensive text currently available designed to meet the demands of teachers & the wider industry for a book that addresses both the core subjects of holistic & complementary therapy & individual topics such as reiki & colour therapy. This book provides the ideal introduction for anyone studying one or more modules in any of the holistic & complementary therapies. It is also suitable for anyone with a general interest in holistic & complementary therapies. This inspirational text covers aromatherapy Indian head massage reflexology & body massage in accordance with the VTCT Holistic & Complementary Diplomas & the City & Guilds Progression Awards courses. It offers equal coverage of other popular therapies including reiki crystal therapy colour therapy thermal auricular therapy stress management holistic facial & hot stone therapy. Foundation knowledge for all therapists in the areas of anatomy & physiology chemistry health & safety & client consultation is also included. ...