This dissertation would not have been possible without the kind assistance of the following:
Mum and Dad, for 21 years of love, affection and tech support. Andy, Celene, Nat and Tony for upholding our Ninja Empire law. Jamie, Kai and Netboming.com, where the real hip hop heads be at. Mike, Mark and the Kutha.com global movement. All my email correspondents during the 'dark times'. Staff of Boston Pilgrim, Grantham District, Nottingham City and Greenwich Hospitals for keeping me alive. Kathy and Macmillan Cancer Relief. Mike Watt. Cover star Verne Troyer. My brother David for a much needed, much appreciated vacation. Adi, my friend always.