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Naval battles have inspired countless films and television dramas over the years, recounting the bravery and tragedy that have unfolded over centuries of conflict on the high seas. From the author of Planes on Film and Battles on Screen, this book examines some of the most exciting features that have dealt with naval warfare, exploring the ways in which they have achieved critical success and enduring popularity with audiences. Victories at Se...

Since the earliest days of cinema, time travel movies have enthralled and amazed audiences across the world. With their tales of changing history and exploring possible futures, time travel cinema has repeatedly challenged critical expectation and proven popular with moviegoers the world over. In this exciting new study of the genre, Colin M. Barron explores the history of the time travel film from its formative period right up until the prese...

Eighteen men set out on the mission. Only three survived!Captain Peter Lee of the Royal Army Medical Corps had no idea what would happen when he took part in a dangerous mission to get a captured German Enigma machine out of Tobruk in June 1942. It was to be one of the most hazardous and vital operations of the war and one which had life - changing consequences for Lee.From the writer of the highly - acclaimed Operation Archer comes this actio...

The Second World War was one of the defining historical events of the Twentieth Century. This global conflict was responsible for enormous trials and great heroism, and the horrors and gallantry that it inspired have formed the basis of some of the most striking movies ever committed to celluloid.From the author of Planes on Film, Battles on Screen offers both an analysis and celebration of cinema's engagement with World War II, discussing the...

The 1980s were a golden age for action movies, with the genre proving popular at the box-office as never before. Across the world, stars such as Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bruce Willis were becoming household names as a result of their appearances in some of the best-known films of the decade.But what were the stories which lay behind the making of these movies? Why were the eighties to bear witness to so many truly iconic a...

Destroy the Saucers - or die!They called them Haunebu. Flying saucers which can travel at 5000 miles an hour and win the war for Nazi Germany. In a desperate bid to destroy them, Churchill sends a crack commando team to Germany. Their mission - destroy the Haunebu in their underground hangar whatever the cost in human lives! The team are joined by an RAF pilot who has a tragic past. And there is a traitor in their ranks!Operation Archer is an ...

Public speaking is one of the most important skills in personal and professional life. Yet too often this key ability is neglected, leading to presentations which are dull, uninspired and poorly delivered.The Craft of Public Speaking examines some of the crucial aptitudes which are fundamental to delivering an effective presentation for listeners. These include preparation, structure and rehearsal, in addition to some of the more overlooked as...

One of the most durable genres in cinema, the aviation film has captivated audiences for decades with tales of heroism, bravery and overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds. Some of these movies have become national icons, achieving critical and commercial success when first released in cinemas and still attracting new audiences today. But what are the stories that lie behind the production of these films? How did they come about? Where were t...

Dr Colin M. Barron has had a lifelong interest in hypnosis. After graduating in Medicine from Glasgow University in 1979, he worked in the NHS for a few years and was then the business manager of a private nursing home from 1985 to 1999. From 1999 until 2016 he was a hypnotherapist and, in this comprehensive book, he explains what hypnosis can be used for and how it can be integrated with other techniques such as TFT and NLP. The book will be ...

When Colin Barron and Vivien Thompson first met, it was love at first sight. Both were forty-two, had attended Glasgow University, and shared many interests. In 2002, the couple married. Colin had a dream job as a self-employed hypnotherapist while Vivien worked as a learning-support teacher. They had a blissful marriage based on mutual respect and intellectual parity. Then in May 2011, Vivien collapsed at home with a massive stroke caused by ...

When Colin Barron and Vivien Thompson first met, it was love at first sight. Both were forty-two, had attended Glasgow University, and shared many interests. In 2002, the couple married. Colin had a dream job as a self-employed hypnotherapist while Vivien worked as a learning-support teacher. They had a blissful marriage based on mutual respect and intellectual parity. Then in May 2011, Vivien collapsed at home with a massive stroke caused by ...