The Story of Sushi: An Unlikely Saga of Raw Fish and Rice (Audiobook, MP3)
Everything you never knew about sushi: its surprising origins, the colorful lives of its chefs, and the bizarre behavior of the creatures that compose it. Trevor Corson takes us behind the scenes at America's first sushi-chef training academy, as eager novices strive to master the elusive art of cooking without cooking. He delves into the biology and natural history of the edible creatures of the sea, and tells the fascinating story of an Indo-Chinese meal reinvented in 19th-century Tokyo as a cheap fast food.
The Challenge of Effective Speaking (14th Edition)
Do you want to ace your public speaking course? All you need to know, including all of the skills that will help you become a confident speaker and conquer speaking anxiety, are thoroughly covered in The Challenge of Effective Speaking (14th Edition). A favorite with students, this best seller guides you through six key "Speech Planning Action Steps". The result? You'll learn how to prepare and deliver strong speeches that get you good grades in your public speaking course!
BBC Everyday Ethics: Assisted Suicide - Right or Wrong?
On this weeks' Everyday Ethics - David Cameron launches an attack on absent fathers, but is his raw language counter-productive? It was one of the most disturbing TV programmes most viewers will have seen for quite some time. This week, the BBC broadcast a documentary about assisted dying, presented by Sir Terry Pratchett, who has Alzheimers, in which we watched the suicide of Peter Smedley. Was it right to do so? And what are the implications from this film?
The Art of Star Wars, Episode I: The Phantom Menace
More than twenty years ago, moviegoers thrilled to the stunning designs that were created for Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope. Thus began a tradition of creative brilliance that now continues in Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace, as moviegoers are transported back to the beginning of the greatest space epic of our time. And once again a team of artists has been assembled to create a new galaxy, with an array of visuals more striking than ever before.
The Art of Star Wars, Episode II: Attack of the Clones
For more than twenty-five years, the visual brilliance of the Star Wars films has captivated audiences far and wide. From lush words to intricate landscapes, from lavish costumes to amazing creatures, the Star Wars design artists have pioneered the technological revolution, while never surrendering the dazzling sense of wonder.
