Travel and holiday Books

Book Synopsis"The travel writings of Matsuo Bashō are of enormous literary importance, and so it is a joy to see them collected in this compact volume, in translations of exemplary elegance, faithfulness, and accessibility. The annotations are especially valuable: they show a solid grasp of the author’s life, work, and times, and provide rich and detailed background information about allusions to Chinese and Japanese classics. Along with the high quality of the translations themselves, this thorough commentary makes the book a significant scholarly resource and will help readers appreciate the density and delicacy of Bashō’s writing. A very welcome addition to the English-language literature on one of the central poets of the Japanese tradition." —David B. Lurie, Columbia UniversityTrade Review"Destined to delight readers with its vibrant, spot-on translations, this definitive collection of haiku grandmaster Bashō’s travel writings, in prose as well as poetry, conveys the exquisite pleasures and heartbreaks of the road as a metaphor for life itself." —Adam L. Kern, University of Wisconsin–Madison"Steven Carter is an outstanding scholar and translator, and his work here is superb. The six poetic travel diaries that he includes range from Bashō’s most beloved works to several lesser-known gems. With its copious and insightful annotations, introductions, maps, and appendices, all of which are informed by the best and latest Japanese scholarship, Travel Writings will long be the go-to source in English for Bashō’s lyrical travel ruminations. The work is sure to appeal to poets, students, and scholars alike, many of whom may be inspired to set out, with book in hand, to retrace the steps of the great seventeenth-century haikai master through the hinterlands of Japan." —R. Keller Kimbrough, University of Colorado Boulder

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Book SynopsisDiscover 60 of our planet''s most serene and peaceful spaces plus 120 extra ideas on tranquil trips that explore the joys, pleasures, and restorative effects of quiet travel.Nothing is more healing to the mind and spirit than finding a special place of peace. Learn how to slow down, open your eyes and ears to the tiny details of our world, and find joy in spaces far from the hustle and bustle of daily life with this unique travel guide.Inside The Joy of Quiet Places: 60 joyous and special quiet places from all over the world organised by region plus 120 extra recommendations of quiet trips Feature profiles explore the joy of each quiet place and its story including why it is so special, its history, its challenges, and the quality of joy you may feel while there At-a-glance reasons to go offer a glimpse into what you c

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Book SynopsisBestselling Van Life author Foster Huntington shares his experiences - as well as others - living by his own rules in this aspirational book filled with awe-inspiring photographs of unique homes in unexpected places.After spending three years on the road living in a camper van, Foster Huntington continued his unconventional lifestyle by building a two-story treehouse. Foster, like many others, are finding freedom, tranquility, and adventure in living off the grid in unconventional homes.Perfect for fans of Van Life and Cabin Porn and those who yearn for a simpler existence, Off Grid Life showcases unique dwellings from all around the world. Organized into sections like tree houses, tiny houses, shipping containers, yurts, boathouses, barns, vans, and more, the 250 aspirational photographs feature enviable settings like stunning beaches, dramatic mountains and picturesque forests. Also included are images of fully designed interiors

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Book SynopsisFully illustrated throughout, this authoritative reference brings together practical advice from the world''s experts on ocean sailing, drawing on wisdom from members of the Royal Cruising Club, the Cruising Club of America and Ocean Cruising Club.This is the reassuring voice of the ocean sailing community. Your big adventure starts here.For many sailors, an ocean passage is the big dream. But many will worry that they don''t have the right experience, that their boat isn''t strong enough, or that it will be prohibitively expensive and difficult.Ocean Sailing will prepare you for an ocean passage by painting a picture of what ocean sailing is really like, through the experiences of others who have gone before. Topics covered range from safety to boat kit and preparations, budgeting to staying in touch with home, equipment breakdowns to health and weather.Members of three great cruising clubs the Royal Cruising Club, Ocean Cruising Club,Trade ReviewWell-written, well-illustrated and beautifully presented... an A-Z of ocean sailing... It clearly comes with the benefit of huge experience and a great deal of careful thought, as you would expect from a Commodore of the Royal Cruising Club. The third-party accounts are interesting and enjoyable, as well as being instructive and very humbling. * Flying Fish *The book I had been looking for... you feel as though you are sitting in a cockpit sharing a sundowner with friends, exchanging ideas and experiences. If you take a little from each story, you will find yourself well-armed with ideas and that much closer to your dream of crossing oceans. * Cruising Club of America *Ocean Sailing will prepare you for an ocean passage by painting a picture of what ocean sailing is really like, through the experiences of others who have gone before. * Yachting Times *This readable book includes experiences of sailors from three cruising clubs on all aspects of ocean cruising. Those considering offshore cruising should read this excellent book. -- C. Henry Depew * The Ensign *Table of Contents1 Being on the Ocean ~ a taste of what’s in store 2 Where in the World Shall We Go? ~ making plans, and making your choice 3 It’s Time to Buy ~ is there a perfect boat for ocean sailing? 4 The Boats They Chose ~ there are any number of craft in which you can go offshore sailing 5 How Much to go Ocean Sailing? ~ …‘all of what you have plus a little bit more’ 6 Can the Kids Come Too? ~ you can’t leave them behind, but how do you take your kids to sea? 7 Too Old to Go? ~ does ocean-going come with an upper age limit? 8 Keep in Touch ~ …with folks back home, and with the weather 9 The Complete Engineer ~ be a jack of all trades – and master of them all 10 Look After Yourself ~ keeping well and staying safe 11 When Things Go Wrong ~ sooner or later you’ll have a mishap. Why not think it through now? 12 And When It’s All Over ~ coming down to earth and hitting dry land

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Book SynopsisA fun and uplifting memoir' CosmopolitanEleanor finds herself in her late 30s on a beach in India with three old ladies, trying to find herself' and discover her family history' like some sad middle-class crisis cliché. How did she get here?Truthfully, it could be for any one of the below reasons, if not all combined:Stepmum dying/Stepdad leaving family falling apart, subsequent psychotic break; both parents now on third marriageBreaking up with K after 12 years breaking up a whole life, a whole fucking universe for reasons that may have been misguided?New boyfriend moving in immediately, me insisting it's not a rebound!' even after everyone has stopped listening, then breaking up with meGoing into therapy after dating a threatening narcissist (the most pertinent point of which should be noted: I did not break up with him he ghosted me)How to address this situation? Take a trip to India with your octogenarian nan and two great aunts of course. The perfect, if somewhat unusual, distTrade Review‘A fun and uplifting memoir’ Cosmopolitan ‘Warm and funny and unpretentious and wise.’ Holly Bourne, author of Am I Normal Yet? ‘Laced with many laugh-out-loud moments’ The Sunday Post

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Book SynopsisTravel is good for us. It makes us happy!Escape more, celebrate more, "weekend" more with DK travel guides and create memories that last a lifetime.Each of our books is jam-packed with gorgeous pictures, helpful maps and expert insights, making them totally comprehensive, really easy to use, and full of ideas and inspiration. And we know what we're doing we've been publishing guides for over 30 years. So forget the ordinary. Travel extraordinary.

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Book SynopsisHerbert Ypma is a bestselling author and photographer whose ground-breaking HIP Hotels series inspired an entirely new genre of travel publishing. His many other books include RSVP: Simple Sophistication, Effortless Entertaining and Amazing Places Cost Nothing.Table of ContentsNORMANDY BRITTANY PARIS ÎLE DE RÉ THE CÔTE D’ARGENT BORDEAUX PROVENCE LYON & AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES MARSEILLE THE CÔTE D’AZUR CORSICA

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Book SynopsisFresh from her successful scoop reporting the first ascent of Everest in 1953, Jan Morris spent a year journeying across the United States, by car, train, ship and aeroplane. In herwords a period piece, Coast to Coast describes an American identity markedly different from today. In her brilliant prose, Morris records with exuberence and curiosity a time of innocence in the US - when television was in its infancy, the Big Mac had not been invented and the popular song of the day was Chattanooga Choo-Choo.

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Book SynopsisA sensational blend of travel and history in the spirit of the man who invented it.Trade Review'Inspired' * Anna Kirk, Telegraph Review *'Marozzi is a fine advocate for Herodotus' * Sunday Herald *'Marozzi is a seasoned traveller-historian who pursues his scholarly quarry with the tenacity of a beagle...a rattling good read and a superior work of reflective instruction' * History Today *The most brilliant of the new generation of travelwriter-historians * Sunday Telegraph *'Justin Marozzi is that most precious rarity: a serious traveller who is also a real writer, with a wonderful feel for language, a gift for narrative and an enviable sensitivity and lightness of touch. Brave, romantic, erudite and humane, South from Barbary is a genuinely remarkable debut' * William Dalrymple *'The perfect travel book ...observant, shrewd, patient and exceedingly well attuned ... It is a measure of Marozzi's skill that he handles the big themes of history and the small irritations of third-millennium camel travel with equal charm and felicity' * Financial Times *'Excellent...a superbly rounded and vivid portrait of one of history's most fascinating personalities' * Andrew Roberts, Evening Standard *'Captivating, a delightful and fortunate conjunction between the world of [Tamerlane] then and that world transformed today' * Spectator *'Herodotus may have lived 24 centuries ago but he is our 21st century contemporary and companion - the father not just of history but of comparative ethnography too, not only a brilliant storyteller and indefatigable traveller but also a shrewd and tolerant observer of human fads and foibles on the grandest global scale. Justin Marozzi, himself a veteran traveller and journalist and intrepid crosser of cultural frontiers, does his hero full justice in this scintillating, thought-provoking and entertaining hommage' * Paul Cartledge, Cambridge University *'A tour de force of travel writing' * John Keay, Literary Review *'Intellectually stimulating but still able to raise a smile from the reader' * Adventure Travel *'This is a book of remarkable substance and style, brimming with humanity' * Jeremy Seal, Telegraph *'A tribute to the man acknowledged as "the father of history", who was also the world's first travel writer, a geographer, anthropologist, explorer and moralist' * Bookseller *'This is a book of remarkable substance and style, brimming with humanity' * Sunday Telegraph *'Intellectually stimulating yet still able to riase a smile from the reader' * Adventure Travel *'The Man Who Invented History proves to be a tour de force of travel writing' * Literary Review *It's a good excuse to return to his outlandish stories of war and the exotic sexual practices of forgotten cultures * Sunday Times *'Marozzi sets out faithfully to dog the footsteps of Herodotus, reporting the modern world in its customary warlike state' * The Times *This is a book of remarkable substance and style, brimming with humanity * Sunday Telegraph *'Marozzi's energy drives the book forward ... where (he) succeeds above all is in whetting the appetite' * Financial Times *'The power of the story is the essence of this book and it is to Marozzi's immense credit that his storytelling is almost as good as his mentor's. Together they are marvellous' * Sunday Herald *'A delightful book, fit companion to the Father of History himself' * Scotsman *'A very Herodotean book ... entertaining, engaging and humane' * Times Literary Supplement *'Compelling ... Where Marozzi succeeds above all is in whetting the appetite, making us long to return to the master' * Financial Times *'Marozzi himself is an unambiguously Herodotean figure ... The English Patient ... inspired thousands to rish out and buy the Histories. This book deserves to have the same effect' * Anglo Hellenic Review *'This is a fascinating and rich tale of a truly influential and seminal writer' * Catholic Herald *'Marozzi's excitement is catching,' * Seven Magazine, The Sunday Telegraph *'His enthusiasm is everywhere apparent" * Saturday Guardian *"Marozzi has an easy, readable style...but he does connect the ancient and modern worlds in an entertaining way" * The Observer *

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Book Synopsis​Lovingly crafted photo book of San Miguel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site consistently voted one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

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Book SynopsisGetaway Ideas for the Local TravelerRediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip with this fun and friendly guide. For local travelers seeking new adventures in their own backyards as well as for vacationers looking to experience all the excitement the area has to offer, each Day Trips guide offers hundreds of activities to do, sights to see, and secrets to discover within a two- to three-hour drive and a route map for each itinerary. Complete with full trip-planning information including where to go, what to see, where to eat, where to shop as well as where to stay options for those who want to extend their Day Trip into a weekend.

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Book SynopsisEurope by Eurail has been the train traveler's one-stop source for visiting Europe's cities and countries by rail for nearly fifty years. Newly revised and updated, this comprehensive annual guide provides the latest information on fares, schedules, and pass options, as well as detailed information on more than one hundred specific rail excursions and sightseeing options.

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Book SynopsisWinner, James Beard Award for Best Book of the Year, International (2017) Winner, IACP Award for Best Cookbook of the Year in Culinary Travel (2017) Named a Best Cookbook of the Year by The Boston Globe, Food & Wine, The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The New York Times Book Review, The San Francisco Chronicle, USA Today, and The Wall Street Journal “A reason to celebrate . . . a fascinating culinary excursion.” —The New York Times Though the countries in the Persian culinary region are home to diverse religions, cultures, languages, and politics, they are linked by beguiling food traditions and a love for the fresh and the tart. Color and spark come from ripe red pomegranates, golden saffron threads, and the fresh herbs served at every meal. Grilled kebabs, barbari breads, pilafs, and brightly colored condiments are everyday fare, as are rich soup-stews called ash and alluring sweets like rose water pudding and date-nut halvah. Our ambassador to this tasty world is the incomparable Naomi Duguid, who for more than 20 years has been bringing us exceptional recipes and mesmerizing tales from regions seemingly beyond our reach. More than 125 recipes, framed with stories and photographs of people and places, introduce us to a culinary paradise where ancient legends and ruins rub shoulders with new beginnings—where a wealth of history and culinary traditions makes it a compelling place to read about for cooks and travelers and for anyone hankering to experience the food of a wider world.Trade Review"For an introduction to Persian cuisine, pick up Naomi Duguid's new cookbook. Through rich storytelling and recipes from her travels, Duguid explores the culinary heritage that unites Iran, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Kurdistan." -Food Wine "Brilliant. . . . One of the most excitingly accessible books of the season, combining nuanced diasporic traditions, straightforward recipes and easy-to-find ingredients." -USA Today "In lieu of a Persian grandmother . . . any eager cook will be well-served by Naomi Duguid, the globe-trotting author of Taste of Persia. . . . Too many Persian cookbooks c an be overly technical; they miss the soul of the thing. With one foot in the old world and one in the new, Ms. Duguid does a beautiful job of translating complex concoctions into accurate, easy-to-follow recipes that reflect not just the flavors but the spirit of the countries that once made up the Persian Empire. -The Wall Street Journal "For years [Naomi Duguid] has been writing deep-dive books with a photographic National Geographic bent and recipes that work. Taste of Persia . . . [is] particularly timely. Duguid captures dishes that reflect history and culture while being simply what's on the table." -The Los Angeles Times, Our Favorite Cookbooks of Fall 2016 "While the recipes are appetizing and approachable, this book is about more than cooking-it's about better understanding a region and its people. Now, more than ever, books like Duguid's make for vital reading." -The San Francisco Chronicle, Our Favorite Cookbooks from 2016 "A fascinating culinary excursion. . . . Taste of Persia opens with a map, which illustrates Ms. Duguid's wise observation that regional cooking doesn't respect borders. So the search for Persian cuisine includes stops in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran and Kurdistan. We are seduced from the start with the flavors of the region: saffron (most of the world's supply comes from this part of the world), mint, dill, parsley, cilantro, dried rose petals, sumac, lime, pomegranate and honey. Cinnamon, cardamom and other sweet spices weave their way through savory and sweet dishes. Ms. Duguid's discoveries on these intrepid travels are shared in stories and pictures, along with an abundance of recipes." -The New York Times, The Best Cookbooks of Fall 2016 "Gorgeous and useful." -The Seattle Times "Intensely fragrant foods and evocative travel writing. . . . This gorgeous and compelling title will transport home cooks and armchair travelers to another time and place." -Library Journal, starred review "Naomi Duguid's cookbooks belong to their own genre-they are unique travel journals studded with history, geography and ethnography, along with fabulous photos of the people she meets and the places she goes. Then, of course, there are the intriguing, detailed recipes she collects. It's more than armchair travel-you become immersed in the culinary culture of a faraway part of the world. Taste of Persia, Duguid's latest, is a glorious trip through these five countries that once were part of the Persian empire." -BookPage, Top Pick in Cookbooks "A brilliant and beautiful book." -Montreal Gazette "This book is not singularly about 'Persian food.' It is about a culinary region and culture, about transcending borders, about contextualizing a rich, edible heritage. . . . Though Duguid tested recipes over and over again in her kitchen in Toronto, the recipes rightfully belong to the women she met during her travels. The book celebrates unsung food artists who have shared their cooking practices and recipes through centuries of oral tradition and culture. . . . Sometimes it takes an outsider who has a different perspective, to look at a region with appreciation and talk about the historical ties and culinary links." -The Globe Mail "For an introduction to Persian cuisine, pick up Naomi Duguid's new cookbook. Through rich storytelling and recipes from her travels, Duguid explores the culinary heritage that unites Iran, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Kurdistan." -Food Wine "Brilliant. . . . One of the most excitingly accessible books of the season, combining nuanced diasporic traditions, straightforward recipes and easy-to-find ingredients." -USA Today "In lieu of a Persian grandmother . . . any eager cook will be well-served by Naomi Duguid, the globe-trotting author of Taste of Persia. . . . Too many Persian cookbooks c an be overly technical; they miss the soul of the thing. With one foot in the old world and one in the new, Ms. Duguid does a beautiful job of translating complex concoctions into accurate, easy-to-follow recipes that reflect not just the flavors but the spirit of the countries that once made up the Persian Empire. -The Wall Street Journal "For years [Naomi Duguid] has been writing deep-dive books with a photographic National Geographic bent and recipes that work. Taste of Persia . . . [is] particularly timely. Duguid captures dishes that reflect history and culture while being simply what's on the table." -The Los Angeles Times, Our Favorite Cookbooks of Fall 2016 "While the recipes are appetizing and approachable, this book is about more than cooking-it's about better understanding a region and its people. Now, more than ever, books like Duguid's make for vital reading." -The San Francisco Chronicle, Our Favorite Cookbooks from 2016 "A fascinating culinary excursion. . . . Taste of Persia opens with a map, which illustrates Ms. Duguid's wise observation that regional cooking doesn't respect borders. So the search for Persian cuisine includes stops in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran and Kurdistan. We are seduced from the start with the flavors of the region: saffron (most of the world's supply comes from this part of the world), mint, dill, parsley, cilantro, dried rose petals, sumac, lime, pomegranate and honey. Cinnamon, cardamom and other sweet spices weave their way through savory and sweet dishes. Ms. Duguid's discoveries on these intrepid travels are shared in stories and pictures, along with an abundance of recipes." -The New York Times, The Best Cookbooks of Fall 2016 "Gorgeous and useful." -The Seattle Times "Intensely fragrant foods and evocative travel writing. . . . This gorgeous and compelling title will transport home cooks and armchair travelers to another time and place." -Library Journal, starred review "Naomi Duguid's cookbooks belong to their own genre-they are unique travel journals studded with history, geography and ethnography, along with fabulous photos of the people she meets and the places she goes. Then, of course, there are the intriguing, detailed recipes she collects. It's more than armchair travel-you become immersed in the culinary culture of a faraway part of the world. Taste of Persia, Duguid's latest, is a glorious trip through these five countries that once were part of the Persian empire." -BookPage, Top Pick in Cookbooks "A brilliant and beautiful book." -Montreal Gazette "This book is not singularly about 'Persian food.' It is about a culinary region and culture, about transcending borders, about contextualizing a rich, edible heritage. . . . Though Duguid tested recipes over and over again in her kitchen in Toronto, the recipes rightfully belong to the women she met during her travels. The book celebrates unsung food artists who have shared their cooking practices and recipes through centuries of oral tradition and culture. . . . Sometimes it takes an outsider who has a different perspective, to look at a region with appreciation and talk about the historical ties and culinary links." -The Globe Mail

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Book SynopsisFrom rustic towns and emerald valleys to lively cities and moss-draped ruins, the Emerald Isle is yours to discover with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Ireland you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip through Ireland Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the Rock of Cashel and the Ring of Kerry to distilleries making whiskey with hundred-year-old recipes How to connect with local culture: Hoist a pint at the corner pub, enjoy traditional fiddle music, and jump into conversations buzzing with brogue Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a Guinness Self-guided walking tours of atmospheric neighborhoods

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Book SynopsisRaise your glass to the liquid bounty of the Bluegrass State with this lavish, comprehensive companion.

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Book SynopsisEnjoy 120 colourful sketches that remind even the most jaded New Yorkers to notice the city's simple beauties

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Paradise opens a window into the hearts of a small group of African would-be emigrants, waiting on the beach in Morocco for a boat that will take them to a new life in Europe. As we shelter with them in the darkness, we hear of the cruelty, misfortune and grinding poverty which has compelled them here, to pit themselves against the dangers of the sea and the coastguards who patrol it.

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Book SynopsisWhen you think of Paris do you picture the Eiffel Tower? The medieval city of Notre Dame? The elegant boulevards of Baron Haussmann? The Montmartre of Toulouse- Lautrec? The grandeur of the Louvre? The Art Nouveau of the Paris Metro? The Grand Projets of François Mitterrand? Or...? Yes, there is just so much beauty to Paris. In 150 striking images, Paris celebrates the French capital, from its world-famous landmarks to evocative alleyways and corners that might surprise you. You may have heard, for instance, about the Paris catacombs and sewers that you can visit, but did you know about La Petite Ceinture, a disused 19th century railway line that circumnavigates the inner city? From the medieval marvels of Sainte-Chapelle to the 1970s Pompidou Centre to the latest pop-up beaches beside the Seine, the book explores a great many sides to the city. In collecting these images of the city today, we come to understand something of its history – from the executions that took place at the Place de la Concorde during the Revolution to the Arc de Triomphe honouring those who served in the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars to the skyscrapers of La Défense. Presented in a landscape format and with captions explaining the story behind each entry, Paris is a stunning collection of images celebrating the world’s most romantic city.Table of ContentsIntroduction Everyday Paris Painter, Fontaine de Médicis, Jardin du Luxembourg Approaching the Eiffel Tower, via the Champ de Mars Sunset at the Jardin des Tuileries Carrousel de la Tour Eiffel Paris in the rain Jogger passes Eiffel Tower Ice skating in front of the Hôtel de Ville Covered steps at the Parc de Belleville Escalator at the Pompidou Centre La marché aux fleurs, Île de la Cité The Clos Montmartre vineyard Parc des Buttes-Chaumont Boats for hire at the Bois de Boulogne Steps, Montmartre Mural painting at the Parc de Belleville Birds fly past the funnels of the Pompidou Centre Lunch on the steps of La Grande Arche de la Défense La Musée des Égouts de Paris Terminal 2 at Charles de Gaulle International Airport Platforms at Gare du Nord Canopy, the Forum des Halles Glass ceiling, Le Passage du Grand Cerf Antiquarian bookshop on the Rue Mazarine Abercrombie & Fitch, Champs-Elysées Escalators, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche Stairs and escalator, Bercy Commuter cycles past the Arc de Triomphe Vélib’ cycle rack Bicycle stands outside the Odette patisserie Window display, Paris boutique Shop window display of coloured women’s leather gloves Mannequin legs in the Printemps department store Shop window, Lancel, the Champs-Elysées Model of Pinocchio at La marché aux fleurs Librairie François Jousseaume, Galerie Vivienne Artists’ stalls at Place du Tertre, Montmartre Shakespeare and Company, Rue de la Bûcherie Antiques market, Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen Patisserie and café in Paris’s Jewish quarter, Le Marais A sunny day in Montmartre Passage du Chantier, Rue de Faubourg Saint-Antoine The river Seine Bouquiniste stall by the Seine A Taste of Paris Maison Lacombe, Rue des Acacias Ice cream vendor smiles, despite the rain Donut and crepe stand, the Bastille La Rotonde, Montparnasse Eating outside at a Paris bistro Café, Le Marais Le Café Montmartre Le Bizuth, Boulevard Saint Germain La Chaise au Plafond, Le Marais Crêpe from a Paris street vendor Au Lys d’Argent Crêperie, Rue Saint-Louis en l’Île Androuet, Rue Mouffetard Barbès market on the Boulevard de la Chapelle Bouillon Chartier Waiter lights candles at Le Grand Vefour Café Marly Rum Baba ready to be served, Bistrot Paul Bert Baker making bread in a boulangerie in Saint Germain des Pres Fruit flan in the window of the Paul boulangerie and patisserie Sandwiches and Quiche Lorraine in a Montmartre shop window, Place du Tertre Parisian Landmarks, Ancient and Modern Small Pyramid, Louvre Palace Main Hall, Louvre Palace West Façade, Church of Saint-Sulpice Écoute, Place René Cassin Maman, Jardin de Tuileries, Paris Bulls’ heads, Lavirotte Building, Paris Le Stryge, Notre-Dame Ceiling and interior, Notre-Dame From the West, Île de la Cité Vendôme Column, Place Vendôme Colonne de Juillet, Place de la Bastille Luxor Obelisk, Place de la Concorde Looking down at the Parc du Champ-de-Mars, from the Eiffel Tower Looking up at the modern windows of the Institut du Monde Arabe View of the Eiffel Tower and Front-de-Seine, Paris Skyscrapers at night, La Défense Reflection in La Géode, Parc de la Villette Exterior, the Pompidou Centre Palais de Chaillot, Place du Trocadéro Waterfall, Parc de Bercy The grand staircase, the Palais Garnier Exterior, the Conciergerie Square Keep, Château de Vincennes Notre-Dame Cathedral from beneath Pont Saint-Michel, Île de la Cité Main Hall, the Musée d’Orsay Place des Vosges, Le Marais Sunset, le Jardin des Tuileries Dancing Fountains, Parc André Citroën Fontaine des Fleurs, Place de la Concorde Sunset, Arc de Triomphe View of the Champs-Élysées from the Arc de Triomphe Dome, Galeries Lafayette Reading room, Bibliothèque Nationale de France Ceiling of the Grand Foyer, the Palais Garnier Place du Tertre, Montmartre Sacré-Cœur, Montmartre Clock, Conciergerie Gallery of Evolution, National Museum of Natural History Père Lachaise Cemetery The tomb of Oscar Wilde, Père Lachaise Cemetery Interior, the Pantheon Catacombs, Montparnasse Paris, the City of Light Electric street lighting on Pont Alexandre III Streetlight illuminated at night, Place de l’Hôtel de Ville Entrance to the Metro, Montmartre The Japan Bridge, La Défense The Eiffel Tower and Pont Neuf The Champs-Elysées, from L’Arc De Triomphe Exterior, La Cité de la Mode et du Design Parc de la Villette Clock face at the Musée d’Orsay La Grande Roue, la Place de la Concorde The Moulin Rouge, Montmartre The Eiffel Tower at night Exterior, Petit Palais View of the Arc de Triomphe from the Champs-Elysées La Grande Arche de la Défense Musician at the Louvre The Montparnasse Tower Exterior, Hôtel de Ville Sacré-Cœur and the Eiffel Tower Street cafes on the Île Saint-Louis Art Nouveau Metro sign in Place Saint-Michel Cour du Commerce Saint-Andre, Odeon The Café de Paris on the Left Bank Café de Flore, Saint-Germain-des-Pres Quai de Jemmapes, on the Canal Saint-Martin Le Consulat, Montmartre Winter evening at Au Relais, Montmartre Les Pipos wine bar, Place LaRue Townhouses on the Quai des Orfèvres Notre-Dame at night, from the Pont de la Tournelle The banks of the Seine in early evening Beauty and Function: Transport in Paris Pedestrian entrance to Pont de Bir-Hakeim, rue d’Alboni View of the Île de la Cité across Pont Neuf Nymph, Pont Alexandre III Metro train crossing Pont de Bercy The Seine glows with light, Pont Notre-Dame Art Nouveau metro station canopy, Abbesses Art Nouveau panelling, Porte Dauphine Staircase and platform, Cité Metro Station Stalingrad metro station View across the Seine, from Pont Alexandre III Grand Palais, from Pont Alexandre III Passerelle Simone-de-Beauvoir Aerial view of railway system at Gare Montparnasse Main hall clock; Gare de l’Est Gare de Strasbourg, Strasbourg Gare Saint-Lazare Metro station entrance, Saint-Lazare Interior, Viroflay-Rive-Droite Station Facade, Gare du Nord Night on the Montmartre funicular railway

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Book SynopsisThe places time forgot - stunning, eerie and atmospheric photographs of the most breathtaking abandoned places from around the world. A stunning gift package perfect for those interested in photography, history and the world around us. 'A book that makes you think' -- ***** Reader review'Beautiful' -- ***** Reader review'Spectacular photos' -- ***** Reader review'Stunning' -- ***** Reader review*********************************************************************From the magical empty theatres of Detroit to the lost playgrounds of Chernobyl, there are places across the globe that were once a hub of activity, but are now abandoned and in decay.With nature creeping in and reclaiming these spots, we are left with eerie crumbling ruins and breathtaking views that offer us a window into the past and capture our imagination. Abandoned showcases the very best photographs from around the world documenting this phenomenon. We see a disused stadium in the Czech Republic, a train wreck in the North Carolina mountains, factories in Hungary, a Welsh mental asylum and warehouses in Belgium, all depicted beautifully and sensitively. More immersive than a museum and more human that a lecture, abandoned photography has given the world an exciting way to look at our history and the places we have long neglected.Compiled and curated by photographer and former urban explorer, Mathew Growcoot.

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Book SynopsisThe Wild Atlantic Way covers 2500km, passing through an incredible variety of landscapes – from the verdant forests of Cork to the lunar landscape of the Burren, from rugged headlands and wild mountainsides to lazy rivers and brooding castles. Raymond Fogarty’s spectacular drone photography brings a new and thrilling aerial perspective to one of the world’s longest coastal touring routes. Ireland’s west coast is blessed with many examples of days gone by – where Iron Age forts, medieval castles, abbey ruins and round towers add to a special sense of timelessness. This will give you a taste of what’s to be found; it’s a record of a six-week adventure of one man and his camera drone.Trade Reviewa new and thrilling perspective to one of the world’s longest coastal touring routes – Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way -- Irish Farmers Monthlycaptured the incredible variety of landscapes along the coastline -- Ireland of the Welcomes Magazinethe tiny tabletop tome swerves up a swathe of unique, high-altitude looks at Eire’s mostly untouched landscape. Along with stunning photographs of both well-known and out-of-the-way spots, author Raymond Fogarty doles out tidbits of trivia, historical information and travel tips that will entertain, engage and educate readers. This is an ideal introduction and invitation to the region for those who have yet to visit, and a reminder to those who have of what the area has to offer -- Celtic Life International Magazine

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Book SynopsisRiddoch on the Outer Hebrides is a thought-provoking commentary based on broadcaster Lesley Riddoch's cycle journey through a beautiful island chain facing seismic cultural and economic change. Her experience is described in a typically affectionate but hard-hitting style; with humour, anecdote and a growing sympathy for islanders tired of living at the margins but fearful of closer contact with mainland Scotland.Trade Review... the same charm that great orators and generals have demonstrated, the kind of charm that Wallace and De Moray led the armies with, the kind of sweet-talk that could persuade Inuits to buy freezers. - THE STORNOWAY GAZETTE Congratulations on a thoughtful, timely and wonderfully contentious commentary on Scotland's dysfunctional relationship with 21st century Gaeldom. It is well informed, well observed, provocative, hard-headed, wrong-headed and inspired in equal measure and opens up a whole new level of engagement with 'the Gaelic issue'. - Malcom Maclean, Gaelic Arts AgencyLet's be proud of standing on the outer edge of a crazy mainstream world - When the centre collapses, the periphery becomes central. - Alistair McIntoshChatty without being oppressive and informed without being lecturing, Riddoch's style nicely brings home the beauty of the islands and the charm of those who live there. - THE HERALD

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Book SynopsisDiscover 60 uplifting birding adventures plus 120 extra ideas on bird-rich trips that explore the joys and pleasures of watching our feathered friends in nature.Meet some of the world''s most remarkable birds - big and small - and marvel at the sights, sounds, sensations, and settings that can be experienced at each of the birdwatching locations and hotspots shared in this unique guide.Inside The Joy of Birdwatching: 60 joyous and memorable birding experiences organised by region plus 120 extra recommendations of birding encounters across the world Feature profiles explore the joy of birding and the practicalities including at-a-glance reasons to go, what makes each encounter so special, and the ''don''t miss'' aspects of each experience Q&A panels from birding experts closely associated with each of t

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Book SynopsisLighthouses may stand watchfully over serene waters one day and be bombarded by immense waves the next. They may look out on the most spectacular views, mark the entrance to a busy harbour or be placed in some of the world’s most desolate locations. To seafarers they are guiding lights in dangerous waters, but, once decommissioned, they can acquire an air of mystery. They are the most strictly functional of all civilian buildings and yet they can be surprisingly beautiful and varied in design. Are they square, cylindrical or octagonal? Are they single structures or towers on top of other buildings? Are they made of wood, stone, brick, or concrete? Are they coloured with stripes or bands? From Lake Michigan to the Arctic Circle, from the British Isles to Brazil, Lighthouses celebrates more than 200 structures and the stunning vistas that surround them. Taking examples from all around the world, the book features an immense array of operating and disused lighthouses from the 18th century to the present day, from those marking ocean coastlines to structures besides lakes and on rivers, from lighthouses cloaked in ice to Art Deco classics to tilting structures abandoned in sand dunes. Presented in a handy pocket-sized format, Lighthouses is arranged geographically, with more than 200 colour photographs and captions explaining the construction, operation and history of each entry. Trade ReviewBeautiful photos of the maritime world's wonders * Nautilus Telegraph *Table of ContentsIntroduction Michigan City, Michigan City, Indiana, USA Cleveland Harbor West Pierhead, Ohio, USA Portland Head in South Portland Maine, USA Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA Port Washington Breakwater, Wisconsin, USA St. Joseph North Pier, Saint Joseph, Michigan, USA Alcatraz Island, California, USA Point Sur, California, USA Point Reyes, Marin County, California Gibraltar Point, Toronto, Canada Louisberg, Nova Scotia, Canada Race Rocks Light, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada California Lighthouse, Aruba, Caribbean Texel, Netherlands Vuurtoren Breskens, Netherlands Rubjerg Knude, Denmark Hailuoto, Finland Roker, Sunderland, England Seaham, County Durham, England Hartland Point, Devon, England Whiteford, Gower Peninsula, Wales Talacre, North Wales Povoa do Varzim, Portugal Les Sables d’Olonne, Vendée, France Ploumanach, Brittany, France Kermorvan, Finistere Brittany, France Stromboli, Italy Ancona, Italy Genoa, Italy Rabat, Morocco Chumbe Island, Zanzibar Aniva Rock, Sakhalin Island, Russia Pantai-Kok, Langkawi Malaysia Joyato, Japan Castle Point, Wairarapa New Zealand

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Book SynopsisAmerica’s southernmost state is a place of great diversity and energy. The United States’ fourth largest economy and home to more than 20 million people, Florida also hosts more than 100 million visitors every year, most of whom arrive to enjoy the beaches, warm weather and entertainment of ‘The Sunshine State’. Images of tanning tourists, retired seniors and Mickey Mouse give an incomplete picture of Florida. The state is also home to the Everglades, a vast area of sub-tropical wetlands and swamps filled with alligators and flamingos; Miami’s Cuban culture and cuisine; the international race course at Daytona Beach; the Kennedy Space Center, which has been launching NASA space shuttles since 1964; and the famous Florida Keys, a coral archipelago stretching out into the Gulf of Mexico. Presented in a handy, pocket-sized landscape format and with captions explaining the story behind each photo, Florida is a stunning collection of images bringing to life the vitality of this sunny American state.Table of ContentsContents include: Introduction Miami and the East Coast St Augustine – America’ oldest city Fort Lauderdale Boca Raton Palm Beach Daytona Beach racing Space Coast/Kennedy Space Center Intracoastal Waterway Castillo de San Marcos Jacksonville Miami Wynwood Walls Jungle Island Wildlife Park Key Biscayne Little Havana Amelia Island The Panhandle and the West Coast Tampa Ybor City St Petersburg Beaches Sarasota Fort Myers Cape Coral Parasailing/flyboarding Pensacola Tallahassee Panama City Apalachicola National Forest Gulf Coast Everglades and Florida Keys Everglades – alligators, manatees Big Cypress Reservation Key West Key Largo Big Pine Key Christ of the Deep Statue Southernmost Point Buoy Florida Reef Orlando and Around Orlando Walt Disney World Universal Orlando Resort Hollywood Studios

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Book Synopsis"Road all about it!" - The Sun "One of the most original, crazy, informative and enjoyable books to appear for a long time: this guide is utterly appealing" - Sarah Anderson,Travel Bookshop "The most eccentric and fascinating guidebook we have ever seen" - John Sandoe Bookshop "Delightful" - Woman's Hour A decade-old obsession for Dutchman Pieter Boogaart resulted in a guidebook that looks like no other, to a subject never before fully explored: the A272. Three continuous texts wind their way through the book, simultaneously exploring the A272 itself and the countryside it passes through; extra commentary is provided in yet another level of text. Hundreds of colour photographs complete this homage to the 'epitome of England'. After eight reprintings, now in a fully revised, updated, improved FOURTH edition and - naturally - 272 pages long!Trade ReviewAstonishing Jeremy Paxman, Newsnight Extraordinary The Independent The most eccentric and fascinating guidebook we have ever seen John Sandoe Bookshop Delightful Woman's Hour The oddest publishing success of the year Western Daily Press Remarkable Daily Telegraph Rather wonderful Iain Sinclair A bound folly Art Quarterly One of the most original, crazy, informative and enjoyable books to appear for a long time: this guide is utterly appealing Sarah Anderson, Travel Bookshop Road all about it! The Sun

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Book SynopsisSecret Lochs and Special Places takes the angler on a journey through some of Scotland's most wonderful areas to discover little-known lochs and others that are outstanding simply because of their beauty. This book is not about huge trout, although they are there, but rather about the supreme joy that is fishing. Your guide is Bruce Sandison, one of Scotland's most respected anglers. It is an account of one man's love affair with his native land, with its history and culture, its people and places. Secret Lochs and Special Places celebrates all that is best about wild fishing in Scotland.

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Book SynopsisThis is not a guide to the islands of Scotland.This is not a tour to be followed, nor is it travel advice.This is a richly anecdotal and personal exploration.Richard Clubley shares the sense of freedom he finds in the Scottish islands as he discovers their individual character, beauty and diversity.He meets locals and learns a few realities of island life. He almost perished on Ailsa Craig, before finding fresh water dripping from the roof of a cave, but spends two idyllic nights alone on Mingulay, with a fabulous coal fire in a bothy. His passion for Scottish islands shines through every chapter.Curl up by the fire, pull the blanket close and sip on your dram.You’re about to escape to the islands.Prepare for addiction.A book for islomanes to savour in sips. Night caps are suggested; that way the addiction can be controlled. MAIRI HEDDERWICK

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Book SynopsisJapan's World Heritage Sites presents the exquisite temples, shrines, gardens, castles and natural wonders found throughout Japan which have now been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This new edition has more convenient size and includes many newly-designated UNESCO sites including: Christian Sites in Nagasaki that tell the extraordinary story of Japan's Christians who continued to practice their faith in secret under penalty of death during Japan's feudal era Meiji Industrial Sites which tell of the nation's rapid modernization during the Meiji period The Munakata Shrine to seafaring deities on a forbidding island The Tomioka Silk Mill which became a leader in Japan's export drive The National Museum of Western Art, an architectural gem designed by Le Corbusier Japan expert John Dougill personally traveled to each of these sites to research this book. He tells how his journey led him from the sub-Arctic island of Hokkaido to the sub-tropical islands of the Okinawan archipelago and beyond. Tag along as he describes each place in loving detail and talks about its special historical and cultural features, including: Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest and most sacred volcano. Located on Honshu Island near Tokyo, Mt. Fuji is considered the sacred center of Japan. Himeji Castle, a monument from Japan's long feudal history. Also known as Egret Castle, because it looks like a bird taking off in flight. Horu-ji Temple, the world's oldest surviving wooden structure—a center of Buddhist learning that still serves as a seminary and monastery The Hiroshima Peace Memorial or Atomic-Bomb Dome—one of the few structures to partially survive the atomic blast in 1945 The Ogasawara Islands, a remote archipelago of over 30 islands including Iwo Jima, that is home to rare wildlife and spectacular scenery. Readers will learn how Japan became involved with the World Heritage Sites program back in 1993, the importance of these designations, and their popularity in Japan and abroad today. Whether you are planning to travel to Japan or just enjoy learning more about this history of this unique land, Japan's World Heritage Sites is sure to inspire.Trade Review"Dougill shares historical background and breathtaking photos of Japan's 17 world heritage sites, for instance, Mount Fuji and Himeji Castle, which are conveniently reachable from Tokyo. The author includes facts on accessing the sites, hours of operation, and more." --Library Journal"From Mt. Fuji to ancient Kyoto to the Peace Memorial at Hiroshima, UNESCO tagged seventeen sites with their highest honor and the 350 color photographs and masterful descriptions will certainly solidify Japan's standing as a tourist destination." --Foreword Magazine"Tuttle showcases ancient traditions in Japan's World Heritage Sites…The book has been updated to include all of the new UNESCO World Heritage designations since it was last published in 2014. The smaller trim size and lower price ($24.99, from $34.95) is an effort to appeal to travelers who may be looking for a souvenir on the way home from Japan…" -- Publishers Weekly

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