Peter Lloyd is a London-based journalist whose work has appeared in prominent British publications. His career path has offered unique encounters within the music and media industries, providing him with a distinctive perspective. Lloyd's writing is characterized by sharp observation and an ability to distill the essence of his subjects, whether exploring cultural phenomena or individual experiences.
Born in London in the dark days of WWII, blasted into the street by a V2 bomb as a toddler, sent to live with his grandmother in Lancashire at age four and then to a boarding school in Kent at eight. Adventures as a boarder are pastiche Billy Bunter but based on life.
Professional photographer Kevin Nixon has two particular passions in his work: live music events and architecture. The latter led to this album of stunning images of London's mainline railway termini in both colour and black and white. Brief histories of the stations by architectural writer Peter Lloyd introduce each chapter.
Celebrating the 50-year reunion of the Roger Bacon High School class of 1965, this souvenir yearbook captures nostalgic memories and highlights from the past five decades. It features contributions from classmates, photographs, and reflections that honor their shared experiences and the journey of their lives since graduation. This commemorative edition serves as a heartfelt tribute to enduring friendships and the impact of their high school years.
Frank, witty and long overdue, this is the book men everywhere have been waiting for.
A vivid reconstruction of designer Massimo Vignelli's attempt to present the complexities of the New York subway in a clear and modern form.
Exploring the blurred lines between state authority and individual rights, this book argues for a necessary division to curb governmental power. It examines the erosion of liberties and the transformation of rights, providing insights into the causes of these significant changes. The author proposes a dual solution aimed at compelling governments to recognize citizens' rights, advocating for the adoption of a "Charter of Principles" and a written constitution to clearly delineate responsibilities between the state and individuals.
Peter Lloyd shares his skills and excellence in producing exquisite, solid wood boxes. Their seductive, satin-smooth finish and fine detailing beg to be touched and demonstrate beautifully Peter's trademark of using no material other than wood - even for the hinges. Follow his original designs, with clear, step-by-step instructions and photography with full plans, to achieve one-off pieces to be proud of.
This book looks at how four architects--Stanley Saitowitz, Jim Jennings, Philip Banta, and Mark Horton--have worked to produce innovative, unashamedly modern single-family houses appropriate to life in California at the end of the 20th century, after the devastating fire of October 1991 razed one of the most desirable residential locations on the American West Coast.
Lotus Notes is one of the most successful and versatile groupware products on the market today and is used widely in both large and small organisations. Transforming Organisations Through Groupware - Lotus Notes in Action contains a selection of carefully chosen case studies which illustrate the implementational, organisational and commercial consequences of using Lotus Notes. These case studies have been chosen for their international appeal and, unlike other books on Lotus Notes, concentrate on the added value that can be gained by using Notes - rather than on the technical aspects of how to make the software work.