Call No.: HD1691 Thi
Explore how water and the ownership and control of water figures into community resistance against corporations that are rapidly buying up local water supplies.
(OPAC)
Archive for August, 2008

Thirst
August 25, 2008
Making fantastic short films
August 25, 2008
Call No.: PN1995.9 Pro.Ma
This program covers the entire process of short filmmaking, from pre-production through to post-production. It also explains and illustrates how to create the story, write the script, the process of breaking down the script, drawing up the storyboards, preparing the shoot, shooting and editing the film.
(OPAC)

Body Shopping : the economy fuelled by flesh and blood
August 25, 2008
Call No.: TP248.23 Dic
With arguments for and against organ-trading tickling our sensibilities, this book is a great introduction to the world of medical ethics. Engaging issues which toe the ethical/moral line, this book looks into egg and sperm ‘donors’, stem cell research, organ donations, among many other dicey topics that have plagued the medical community and world at large. (OPAC)

Digital Photography Masterclass
August 25, 2008
Call No.: TR267 Ang
One of the better photography books around, this book assumes a basic to intermediate familiarity with photography and bites right into the heart of the matter with succinct analysis of photography techniques and fundamentals. It then engages in image critique and assignments for the reader/photographer. (OPAC)

Afghanistan: Hope and Beauty in a War-torn Land
August 25, 2008
Call No.: DS371.4 Mei
Written and more importantly, photographed from the perspective of a German who has fallen in love with Afghanistan, this book offers a pictorial introduction to the country and her people. (OPAC)

Edison on Innovation : 102 lessons in creativity for business and beyond
August 25, 2008
Call No.: HD53 Axe
While not a biography of Thomas Edison, this book relies on his life and works to bring forth some important lessons about creativity and innovation. (OPAC)

Knife Skills : how to carve, chop, slice, fillet
August 25, 2008
Call No.:TX657 Kni.Kn
More than just a how-to book, readers are also introduced to the different types of knives, a brief history of knife-making, storage systems, and caring for the knife. (OPAC)

Juices and Smoothies Galore
August 25, 2008
Call No.: TX840 Jui.Bl
More than a recipe book for juices and smoothies, this book gives a detailed guide to flavor/acidity/health-giving aspects of various fruits and vegetables. Take the first step toward easy digestion of your daily fruit and vegetable requirement here! (OPAC)

New Poster Art
August 25, 2008
Call No.: NC1806.9 Jon
While the original intent of posters – to advertise a product/message – has not changed, the means of designing it certainly has. To promote with simple design and plain color use, or evoke atmosphere to attract the eye? Decide for yourself with the myriad of poster designs put up for your viewing pleasure. (OPAC)

Training Secrets : helping adults learn
August 18, 2008
Call No.: LC5225 Lea.Mo
This book shares tips and tricks on how to face a training session for adults. Written in a straightforward manner with bite sized tips, this book is useful for picking up pointers. (OPAC)