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London For Dummies Review

London For Dummies
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This is by far the best London book I have read. This book gives ALL details and prices as well as alternate ways of getting to a particular attraction. My husband and I are planning a trip to London in 2 weeks and thanks to this book we have our own particular itenerary. I have checked out numorus London travel books from the library and liked this one so much that I had to purchase it to take along with us. This book also includes Stonehenge and how to get there! Many other London books do not talk about it since it is not in the city of London. I am over all impressed with this book. I highly recommend it to anyone planning a trip to London.

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London is home to both the traditional and the trend-setting, from ceremonious pomp and pageantry to the "anything goes" aura of Soho. You can hang around the Tower of London or seek out the coolest shops and happening clubs. Once you've worked up an appetite, you can feast on fish and chips, try modern British cuisine, or take advantage of great ethnic restaurants, including Indian, French, Chinese and more. Take in the historical sites or explore the city's diverse neighborhoods. This guide gives you the latest scoop on:
The hottest clubs and night life, the coolest shopping, and the thriving performing arts scene
Attractions ranging from pubs to palaces to Parliament
Incredible museums, including the British Museum with its antiquities, the Tate Modern, and the National Portrait Gallery with likenesses of famous Brits, including pop icons like Elton John
Four itineraries and six easy day trips to help you pack the most into your stay

Like every For Dummies travel guide, London For Dummies, Sixth Edition includes:
Down-to-earth trip-planning advice
What you shouldn't miss — and what you can skip
The best hotels and restaurants for every budget
Lots of detailed maps


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Filmmaking For Dummies Review

Filmmaking For Dummies
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I read this book, as well as others, because I'm taking a stab at filming a screenplay with some other people. I have enjoyed some of the other dummies books, but I thought this one was off target. It is very high level. For example, in the first or second chapter, he goes over what the job roles are for the production assistant, and ten other job titles you might see at the end of a Hollywood movie, and I'm thinking to myself, am I really going to have a full-time grip on my movie? I was hoping this book would focus on the nuts and bolts of making a small-budget / zero-budget film, but it talked about numbers that apply to people who aren't going to be reading a dummies book. On the whole, I thought it was a real surface look at independent filmmaking, and would be appropriate for someone who wanted to learn about it, but not do it. You would be better off buying IFILM Filmmakers Handbook and some individual books on lighting and sound if you really want information about how to make your own film. A lot of the information in this book can be found on the web, also.

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Now updated--the step-by-step secrets to capturing great moments on film
With all the recent advancements in filmmaking technology, more people than ever are trying their hand at filmmaking. Keeping up with the newest information in this booming field, this updated edition of Filmmaking For Dummies features up-to-the-minute coverage of the latest and greatest hardware, software, accessories, and trends--including high-definition technology and new outlets for films such as YouTube and MySpace. It demystifies the nuts-and-bolts of filmmaking, from developing a project and securing financing to hiring a cast and crew, editing, and getting distribution. This new edition also provides new movie examples and updated contacts and resources. Whether people want to become professional filmmakers or simply shoot quality home movies, this practical guide has all the advice and tips needed to succeed.

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