The Firth of Forth combines a rich wildlife with a history of long & intense human activity around its shores & in its waters. At one time herring cod & haddock with many other edible fish were vastly more numerous but seals & seabirds much rarer than they are now. Once the rivers running into the Firth were so polluted that people could set fire to some of the burns; now the water is often as pure as it has ever been since records began. Illustrated with black-&-white & colour photographs this is a capitivating exploration into the life of the Firth of Forth which considers a wide range of questions. How have people affected & exploited the wildlife & how in turn has it determined the lives of people? What changes to the biodiversity of the Firth have taken place as a result of human interference? Why has pollution been easier to control than over-fishing? What were the unintended consequences to the natural heritage both of pollution & of cleaning-up & what role has conservation had in bringing about changes? ...

We are constantly being told about the benefits of eating fish & seafood
- high in protein low in fat & rich in nutrients. Yet
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' Fish: Recipes from the Sea features' over 200 authentic Italian home cooking recipes for preparing fish & seafood carefully ...

Atul Kochhar applies a simple but distinctive touch to more than 100 fish dishes in this innovative new cookbook. Tandoori-Style Salmon Seared Scallops with a Lively Mint Dressing & Sea Bass in Coconut Milk & Ginger sauce are just a few of the unique dishes on show. His celebrated take on battered fish with mushy peas is included--John Dory wrapped in a batter spiked with turmeric ginger masala & mango powder; peas flavored with asatoelida & ketchup substituted for a grilled tomato chutney. It's typical of the book--a traditional dish transformed by an Indian twist. All of Atul's recipes showcase wonderful ways to present fish bursting with new & exciting flavors. Packed with exotic but simple recipes from one of the most exciting Indian chefs working today this book also features stunning food photography. ...

Fish Indian Style" is a book of simple & easy recipes marrying fish with the spices & flavors of India. Atul Kochhar is one of the finest Indian chefs in the country renowned for the vibrancy of his food & the subtlety of his spice mixes. He was the first Indian chef to be awarded a Michelin star & he has become the recognizable face of Indian cuisine on television. His innovative take on food has taken him through two whole series of the BBCs " Great British Menu" & continue to win him an admiring public through regular appearances on " Saturday Cooks" & " Saturday Kitchen". He has his own series on UKTV Food scheduled for 2008. In " Fish Indian Style" Kochhar applies a simple but distinctive touch to more than a hundred fish dishes. Tandoori-style salmon Seared scallops with a lively mint dressing & Sea bass in coconut milk & ginger sauce are just a few of the uniquely-skewered dishes on show. The book also

Includes:: Kochhars celebrated take on battered fish with mushy peas which he prepared for the " Great British Menu": John Dory wrapped in a batter spiked with turmeric ginger masala & mango powder; peas flavored with asatoelida & ketchup substituted for a grilled tomato chutney. Its typical of the book
- a traditional dish transformed by an Indian twist. All of Kochhars recipes showcase wonderful ways to present fish bursting with new anflavorsng flavours. This is a book for everyone to get excited about packed with exotic but simple recipes from one of the most exciting Indian chefs working today. This book features stunning food photography from one of the best in the business
- the inimitable David Loftus."



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A collection of 120 fish & shellfish dishes all made using accessible yet sustainable fish
- from salmon & trout to bream & bass
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Sometimes culminating in an unconventional love affair some are extraordinary tales of loyalty & integrity; others touch on the almost fantastic absurd aspect of Mumbai. Yet others explore the notion of a wholesome self & its tragic absence at times. ...

Josh Stephensons 13th year starts with a baffling sequence of events. His 17 year old girl cousin moves into their house his bedroom becomes a corridor & everything changes... Destined to be a classic this literary novel of the inner (and outer) battles of adolescence is the second novel from award winning author Fridrik Erlings. This novel approaches the trials & tribulations of teenage years with a refreshingly witty & sensitive touch. ...

A fresh new cover for a classic story from the Beginner Book range. A little boy who overfeeds his goldfish begins an adventure that brings even the police & a fire engine to cope with a fish out of water. Beginning readers will delight in this fast-moving story. ...

This inspiring follow up to FISH!" offers exciting case-studies of how companies are applying the fish philosophy to meet their unique goals & needs. " Fish Tales" features four real-life stories of the fish principle in action
- to help you reel in new possibilities in the workplace
- & four short chapters also from actual organisations on the four principles of the FISH! philosophy. Using a short easy-to-read format it effectively communicates a message that applies to every kind of business. These stimulating examples of re-energised companies are perfect for those wanting to dive deeper into the FISH! philosophy & create that amazing environment in their own workplace."

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