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The Heart
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2 editions published in 1987 in English and held by 25 libraries worldwide The human heart is a remarkable pump. Averaging 72 beats a minute, it is able to pump 7,000 litres of blood every day of our lives. During this short film medical specialists explain the anatomy and physiology of the heart. The role played by the various chambers and valves of the heart, as well as the electrical system which regulates the contraction of the heart muscle, are simply described, with the aid of animation.
Risk factors
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1 edition published in 1987 in English and held by 21 libraries worldwide Focuses on the main risk factors in coronary heart disease: prolonged high blood pressure, smoking, and excessive fat in the diet leading to elevated blood cholesterol levels.
Cardiac pacemakers Heart valve surgery
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1 edition published in 1987 in English and held by 21 libraries worldwide Part 1 discusses the construction and function of the artificial pacemaker, and how it is attached to the body ; Part 2 discusses surgical procedures adopted in heart valve conditions.
Backyard starters
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1 edition published in 1988 in English and held by 16 libraries worldwide The four businesses Moonraker, Kambrook, Fluffies and Thursday Plantation illustrate the initiative and risks involved in small business leading to a successful enterprise.
Stones that fly
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1 edition published in 1987 in English and held by 13 libraries worldwide Examines the scientific quest for structures that defy gravity. Noted architects, engineers and designers discuss their ideas and the new technological developments in structure and materials. Features the Darling Harbour Exhibition Hall, the Bicentenial Travelling Exhibition and the Yulara Tourist resort.
Switzerland
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 12 libraries worldwide Proposes that the sense of landscape has a secret, dominating significance for Australian character and Australian film, even though today most Australians are city dwellers.
Poor man's cinema
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2 editions published in 1986 in English and held by 10 libraries worldwide Examines the effects of the documentary tradition on Australian film, and the role of the Commonwealth Film Unit in the Australian film renaissance of the Sixties.
Funny business
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 10 libraries worldwide Looks at some of the more humorous or bizarre aspects of the motion picture industry.
Bette Davis' eyes
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 10 libraries worldwide What is it that makes "a star"? Various movie stars are examined for the qualities that made them famous.
Want to go to the movies
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 10 libraries worldwide Cinema in Australia : going to the movies, making movies, the effect that going to the movies has on society and its culture.
Going it alone
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 10 libraries worldwide The Australian film industry is not based on the "studio system", as it is in Hollywood, U.S.A. Most of the artists and craftspeople are independent, coming together for particular films.
The best remaining seats
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 10 libraries worldwide The cinema as part of the social structure of society, is examined by John Baxter in a personal view of the development of the motion picture industry in Hollywood and Australia.
Family business
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1 edition published in 1988 in English and held by 10 libraries worldwide Examines the strengths and weaknesses of family run businesses and the philosophical difference in attitude. Profiles 3 families that succeed in combining family life with the business world.
Other people's money
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 9 libraries worldwide The future of the film industry in Australia. How films are made and financed in Australia.
The Blink of an eye
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 9 libraries worldwide The importance of fast action and stunts to create interest and excitement in motion pictures.
You can't say that
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 9 libraries worldwide Censorship in the motion picture industry.
The Sacred cow of India
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2 editions published in 1987 in English and held by 6 libraries worldwide This program traces the origin of the sacred cow concept and shows how it is upheld in India, not just by religion but by the practical value of cattle and their products. Covers bull wrestling in the South, the colourful rural Vishnoi people of Rajasthan, the giant cattle fair at Pushkar, the work of oxen and the value of their dung, the ceremonies of Brahmin priests and the Hari Krishna Cult, and the elevation of cows to divine status.
Exploring the media
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2 editions published in 1993 in English and held by 6 libraries worldwide Explores the media used for drawing and painting. Features coloured pencils, charcoal, pastels, ink, wax and acrylics. Suggests ways in which the various media can be fully exploited.
Marriage state
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1 edition published in 1990 in English and held by 5 libraries worldwide Shows ceremonies of Indian marriage, looking at the rituals and the consequences of the system.
2nd board flotation
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1 edition published in 1988 in English and held by 5 libraries worldwide This programme is about the second board, a part of the Stock Exchange that helps new and small businesses to get direct access to public funds. It shows how over 400 such businesses have been helped in this way. more
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Architecture, Modern Artists' materials Atherosclerosis Australia Business failures Capital Cardiac arrest Cardiac pacemakers Cattle--Religious aspects--Hinduism Cholesterol Coronary heart disease Coronary heart disease--Diagnosis Coronary heart disease--Patients Coronary heart disease--Surgery Cows Cows--Religious aspects--Hinduism Documentary films Drawing--Technique Export marketing Family-owned business enterprises Heart Heart--Anatomy Heart--Diseases Heart--Diseases--Treatment Heart--Surgery Heart valves--Surgery Humor Hypertension India Lightweight construction Management buyouts Manners and customs Marriage customs and rites Motion picture actors and actresses Motion picture audiences Motion picture industry Motion picture industry--Employees Motion picture industry--Finance Motion picture locations Motion pictures Motion pictures--Censorship Motion pictures--Production and direction Painting--Technique Personal narratives Pilgrims and pilgrimages Small business Small business--Planning Stocks Stunt performers Success in business
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