(Paperback, Media tie-in)

"Presents the results of journalist Gary Webb's investigation into the roots of the crack cocaine epidemic in South Central Los Angeles-- a story that cost him his job after he uncovered evidence that links the U.S. government and the CIA-backed Nicaraguan contras with drug profits"--

(Paperback)

A unique history of the international communications and design agency Imagination.

(Paperback)

The first book to showcase and critically explore the groundbreaking photography of fashion magazines over the last century

(Hardback)

Examines the impact on the British illustrated publishing industry of emigres from Germany and Austria in the first half of the twentieth century, looking in particular at the art publishing houses of Phaidon Press and Thames & Hudson.

(Paperback)

Not a day goes by without there being a headline about one or other of the highly successful low cost airlines like Easyjet and Ryanair. This title presents the story of how it all came about, and of the swashbuckling personalities of the entrepreneurs like Stelios Haji-Iannou and Michael O'Leary whose drive and inspiration made it all possible.

(Hardback)

A look at the relationship between the film and television industries in Britain and America, charting the changes in the relationship between them and their status in the cultural field. The text offers a new paradigm for theorising the media, analysing the way in which media are structured within the milieu of 'cultural technologies'.

(Hardback)

A guide to digital media, from websites to satellite connections.

(Hardback)

Provides the detailed account of the development of these services, from the very early days of paddle steamers right up to the introduction of Spirit of Tasmania III in January, 2004. This story is told primarily through the ships, but there are also numerous personal reminiscences and experiences recounted, that bring the tale to life.

(Paperback)

Takes a look at the Press Gallery from its transfer to the new Parliament House in 1988 through to the present day. These years have coincided with massive change in communications technology and a willingness on the part of Government to use it to monitor, coordinate and control the dissemination of information.

(Paperback)

An absorbing chronicle of a much overlooked chapter of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis's life--her nineteen-year editorial career

(Hardback)

Architect and urban designer Suisman lays out his views on the urban structure of Los Angeles, exemplified by the long boulevards that cut across the urban body that is Los Angeles.

(Paperback)

Examines those ships and shipping companies used to transport migrants to Australia and New Zealand from 1900 to 1939. This work documents the vessels, where built, by whom, their tonnage, their voyages and their ultimate fate.

(Hardback)

An honest and astonishing memoir by Fierce Panda record-label founder Simon Williams, charting his love affair with indie, his music-industry successes and his heartfelt personal struggles.

(Paperback, Export/Airside - Export/Airside/Ireland)

An urgent call to build a new model for the pharmaceutical industry, from the multi-award-winning Times journalist.

(Paperback)

"The Caledonian Canal" records the history of one of Scotland's most massive engineering projects, from Thomas Telford's first survey in 1801 into the twenty-first century.

(Paperback, 3rd Revised edition)

In the beginning was Rockefeller - the world's first oil monopoly. Then came the "seven sisters" - Esso, Gulf, Texaco, Chevron, Mobil, Shell and BP - dominating the production, refining, distribution and supply of crude oil. This book tells the story of the control and exploitation of oil.

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

A work about running a business and getting started, about nature and fruit, about company life and working with friends, about the stuff we've got right and the stuff we got wrong, and about squirrels and camping and doing the right thing.

(Hardback)

(Paperback, Export/Airside)

Why control of the microchip industry has been the driving force of Western economic and military success, and the potential threats posed by China's actions

(Hardback)

Eco Packaging Now provides examples of how to make a product attractive while retaining ecological sustainability; includes informative commentaries by industry experts

(Paperback, 2nd edition)

First published by AVA Publishing, 2013.

(Hardback)

Industry Research Using the Economic Census explains Census concepts, methods, terminology, and data sources in an understandable manner, and assists Census users in locating needed Census data.