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Britain from Above(1st Edition)
by Ian Harrison, Andrew Marr
Hardcover, 216 Pages, Published 2008 by Pavilion
Limited Edition
ISBN-13: 978-1-86205-834-7, ISBN: 1-86205-834-2

"Britain From Above is the official book accompanying BBC’s landmark seven-part television series of the same name, hosted by Andrew Marr. The series sets out to show how the country works and the best way to see it working is from above. It will investigate Britain’s past and show how analyzing the country from an aerial perspective can reveal much about the future. The program will show how satellites are used to monitor change and how ..."






Book of Inventions(Updated)
by Ian Harrison, Art Fry
Hardcover, 288 Pages, Published 2004 by National Geographic
ISBN-13: 978-0-7922-8296-9, ISBN: 0-7922-8296-5

"Combining curious and colorful anecdotes with intricate research and photographs, National Geographic presents a fact-filled and lively history of inventions and their inventors. With a creative and humorous approach to reference, The Book of Inventions is a spirited and engaging look at knowledge and history.From the tiny paperclip to the massive jet engine, and from mastermind Leonardo da Vinci to quirky vacuum-cleaner inventor James ..."






Firsts, Lasts & Onlys
Crime
by Ian Harrison, Jeremy Beadle
Hardcover, 192 Pages, Published 2008 by Anova Books
ISBN-13: 978-1-905798-04-9, ISBN: 1-905798-04-0

"Jeremy Beadle and Ian Harrison have combined forces to display their extensive knowledge on a series of "First, Lasts and Onlys" trivia books. Chronologically categorised, this book examines the key moments in history when human endeavour has created a breakthrough, or a triumphant conclusion in history. "Crime's Firsts, Lasts & Onlys" reveals a compendium of facts, including trivia on the first train robbery, the last person in England ..."






Jiggery Justice
Book III of the Jiggery Stick Trilogy
by Ian Harrison
Paperback, 252 Pages, Published 2017 by Lulu.Com
ISBN-13: 978-1-326-87230-4, ISBN: 1-326-87230-3

"It is 1956 and Tom joins Mi6 and is sent on his first mission abroad to Hong Kong where he is joined by Laura, a package of dynamite so powerful that Tom has a hard job to keep up. In Hong Kong they tangle with the Red Dragon Triad which is not very pleased when the duo set their casino on fire. Tom and Laura are causing the triad much heartache by eliminating all the triad's contacts in the Hong Kong government and are finally captured ..."






The Jiggery Stick
by Ian Harrison
Paperback, 286 Pages, Published 2015 by Lulu.Com
ISBN-13: 978-1-326-42692-7, ISBN: 1-326-42692-3

"Boarding school bullies finally meet their match when scholarship rat Tom inherits a mystical family heirloom. What would you do with magic at your fingertips? The Jiggery Stick can make you invisible, paralyse your opponents, erase their memories and even send cricket balls far from their projected path. The Jiggery Stick is the perfect antidote for life's nastier characters. And it is the perfect inheritance for a schoolboy as he come ..."






Where Were You When?
180 Unforgettable Moments in Living History
by Ian Harrison, Buzz Aldrin
Hardcover, 304 Pages, Published 2006 by Reader's Digest Association
ISBN-13: 978-0-7621-0792-6, ISBN: 0-7621-0792-8

"Take a trip back through six decades of pivotal events and relive—through the reflections of people who were there plus over 200 reminiscent photos—the moments when history was being made. Where Were You When? lets you experience the drama and impact of many epoch- making events of the past 60-plus years. From the outbreak of World War II on Sept. 3, 1939, to the horrific tragedy of Hurricane Katrina on Aug. 23, 2005, this sweeping boo ..."






The Book of Lasts(Reprint)
The Stories Behind the Endings That Changed the World (Book Of... (Cassell Illustrated))
by Ian Harrison, . Captain Gene Cernan . :.
Paperback, 96 Pages, Published 2006 by Cassell
ISBN-13: 978-1-84403-514-4, ISBN: 1-84403-514-X

"Triumphant conclusions and tragic endings, things that finished with a bang and others that faded out with a whimper-this is a tribute to the moment when that final curtain closes. It's a fitting follow-up to the popular Book of Firsts (60,000 copies sold), a richly illustrated and quirky peek into both recent and long-gone history. People, animals, events, and practices all receive their due, from those that changed the face of society ..."






Times London
A History in Photographs
by Ian Harrison
Paperback, 216 Pages, Published 2003 by Harpercollins Uk
ISBN-13: 978-0-00-716636-7, ISBN: 0-00-716636-2

"This is a collection of images, the majority from the photographic archives of "The Times", taken over a 90-year period by a large team of photographers. Together they provide a kaleidoscope of images of London, different than previous collections. These images display an unusual portrait of the nation's capital: most people would recognise Trafalgar Square, but very few have seen it from Nelson's point of view; many people have seen th ..."






A-Z Accounting Handbook(3rd Edition)
Digital Edition (A-Z Handbooks)
by Ian Harrison
Paperback, 272 Pages, Published 2010 by Hodder Education Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-0-340-99105-3, ISBN: 0-340-99105-4

"The A-Z Accounting Handbook explains all the key terms in your A-level course, and has been completely updated for the new AS and A2 specifications. Each entry begins with a clear definition and is followed by explanation, worked examples and cross-references where relevant. The handbook provides expert advice from a leading author that will help familiarise you with the language of accounting -- the more important the term, the more de ..."






Weird Facts, Bizarre Stories and Life's Oddities(1st Edition)
(Take Me to Your Leader)
by Ian Harrison
Hardcover, 348 Pages, Published 2007 by Dk
ISBN-13: 978-0-7566-3877-1, ISBN: 0-7566-3877-1

"Publisher's acknowledgments Dorling Kindersley would like to thank: for illustrations: Dave Anderson, Container, Neil Duerden, Genevieve ... Buzz Pictures 322br; John Cancalosi 119c; Frank Chmura 22br; Nic Cleave Photography 4itr; Bruce Coleman/Tom Brakefield 343d; ... Rightlmage 202 (back brace); Kevin Schafer 343c; Skyscan Photolibrary 297b!; .... Antonio Lacovelli i85bc; Oleg Lazarenko i85clb; Neven Mendrila i8scrb; Burton Silve ..."






The Book of Firsts
by Ian Harrison, . Steve Fossett
Paperback, 288 Pages, Published 2006 by Cassell Illustrated
ISBN-13: 978-1-84403-513-7, ISBN: 1-84403-513-1

"Organised spread-by-spread, this book looks at the key moments in history when human endeavour has created a breakthrough. Every aspect of human invention is covered, from science to holidays, toys to cigarettes, cars to crosswords. The prime firsts of each subject sit alongside 'timelines' of the most relevant 'first' events after the invention, illustrated with the adverts that made them famous and the earliest designs for each articl ..."






Book of Lasts
The Stories Behind the Endings That Changed the World
by Ian Harrison, Gene Cernan
Hardcover, 160 Pages, Published 2004 by Cassell
ISBN-13: 978-1-84403-259-4, ISBN: 1-84403-259-0

" Triumphant conclusions and tragic endings, things that finished with a bang and others that faded out with a whimper-this is a tribute to the moment when that final curtain closes. It's a fitting follow-up to the popular Book of Firsts (60,000 copies sold), a richly illustrated and quirky peek into both recent and not-too-recent history. People, animals, events, and practices all receive their due, from those that changed the face of s ..."






The Book of Inventions
The Stories Behind the Inventions and Inventors of the Modern World (Book Of...)
by Ian Harrison
Hardcover, 288 Pages, Published 2004 by Cassell Illustrated
ISBN-13: 978-1-84403-184-9, ISBN: 1-84403-184-5

"This encyclopedia of inventions provides the dates, the details and the stories of how we gained some of the things we now take for granted. Every possible invention is covered from the simple paperclip to the irritating parking meter."






Book of Duos
The Stories Behind History's Great Partnerships
by Ian Harrison, Domenico Dolce, Stefano Gabbana, Barbara Dixon, . Dolce Gabbana
Hardcover, 144 Pages, Published 2006 by Cassell
ISBN-13: 978-1-84403-340-9, ISBN: 1-84403-340-6

"A look at pairs that's beyond compare! Explore the power of two, in this clever and fully illustrated look at the influence of partnerships throughout history. Packed with fascinating information, it journeys from Biblical days onward, delving into commerce and industry, fantasy and fiction, the arts and entertainment, and objects and ideas. The famous (sometimes infamous) pairs include Adam and Eve; Sodom and Gomorrah; Tarzan and Jane; ..."






The Enabling Manager
How to get the best out of your team: How to get the best from your team
by Myles Downey, Ian Harrison
Paperback, 192 Pages, Published 2022 by Lid Publishing
ISBN-13: 978-1-912555-96-3, ISBN: 1-912555-96-4

"The world of work and the needs of people in the workplace have changed to the extent that the old models no longer work. Today's manager cannot rely on "command-and-control" and a culture of compliance to get their job done."






Cambridge International As and a Level Accounting Second Edition
(Paperback)
by Ian Harrison, David Horner
Paperback, 520 Pages, Published 2021 by Hodder Education
ISBN-13: 978-1-398-31753-6, ISBN: 1-398-31753-5

"Get your best grades with this exam-focused text that will guide you through the content and skills you need to prepare for the big day. Manage your own revision with step-by-step support from experienced examiner Ian Harrison."






Take Me Back
by Samone Bos, Charles M. Wills, Anne Rooney, Sally Regan, Laura Buller, Ian Harrison, Susan Kennedy, Philip Parker, Julie Ferris, Dorling Kindersley
Hardcover, 304 Pages, Published 2008 by Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd
ISBN-13: 978-1-4053-3253-8, ISBN: 1-4053-3253-0

"Presents a chronological exploration of the people and events that have shaped societies through time--from Mesopotamia to Mao, the Incas to Iraq, and the Spartans to the space shuttle."






Introducing Accounting for AS(2nd Edition)
by Ian Harrison
Paperback, 312 Pages, Published 2008 by Hodder Education
ISBN-13: 978-0-340-95940-4, ISBN: 0-340-95940-1

"This popular introduction to accounting has been updated to reflect the new AQA and OCR specifications. It tackles this complex and sometimes confusing subject in a straightforward manner, using simple, uncomplicated language throughout. Each chapter consists of clear, useful guidance on the topic, interspersed with numerous exercises, ensuring that users gain practice as they go along and build their confidence in dealing with accounts ..."






Earth
a Visitors Guide: Weird, Strange, Bizarre...and True
by Ian Harrison, Dorling Kindersley
Hardcover, 360 Pages, Published 2007 by Penguin Books, Limited (Uk)
ISBN-13: 978-1-4053-2224-9, ISBN: 1-4053-2224-1

"A Richard and Judy Christmas Book Selection, packed with unputdownable trivia, "Earth: A Visitor's Guide" is full of everything you ever needed to know about our planet and the people who live on it. It has odd creatures doing very strange things - dressing pets up as movie stars and trying to walk backwards up mountains, playing bizarre sports such as toe-wrestling, and plotting extraordinary hoaxes and scams. Plus discover urban myths ..."






The Book of Firsts
by Ian Harrison, Foreword-Steve Fossett
Paperback, 288 Pages, Published 2004 by Cassell Illustrated
ISBN-13: 978-1-84403-260-0, ISBN: 1-84403-260-4

"Organised spread by spread, this book looks at the key moments in history when human endeavour has created a breakthrough. Every aspect of human invention is covered from science to holidays, toys to cigarettes, cars to crosswords. The prime firsts of each subject sit alongside 'timelines' of the most relevant 'first' events after the invention, illustrated with the adverts that made them famous and the earliest designs for each article ..."



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