Live & Work in The USA

by Eleanor Turner, Eleanor C. Turner

This book is a complete guide to daily life in London, from finding a home to finding work or even setting up a business from scratch. Live & Work in London is illustrated with first-hand accounts from people living in London and is full colour, with numerous maps and photographs throughout. Set out to be easily accessible, each chapter guides you through the practicalities of a move to London, from setting up home to finding a job. In particular, it gives advice on renting accommodation, opening the right bank account, getting to know your way around and making the most of your leisure time. There is also easy access to urgent information such as emergency phone numbers, laws and regulations and healthcare advice. The employment section of the book covers vital information, such as salaries, working hours and holidays, trade unions and contracts, and the skills and trades most in demand, as well as sources of advice and assistance.

416 pages, Paperback

First published March 16, 2009

Reviews

[Sarah Bellhouse · Rating 1 out of 5]

The only author's name on this is Eleanor Turner, so not sure why someone else is taking the credit.

[Julia Connor · Rating 4 out of 5]

Out of date now but lots of useful advice and a heads-up on things you did not know or just hadnt considered!

[Rachel Louise · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a really helpful book for someone with no knowledge of the work and life culture in the USA. As someone who has applied to a fellowship in the US, this book has been helpful in advising on many things I had overlooked, as well as offering a background into some topics which, although not necessary, were good to know (e.g. US politics). Really glad I picked this book up, it's something I can refer back to with helpful tables, maps and references!