Travel & Transport Books

Book SynopsisA warts and all introduction to owning, driving and maintaining a Mercedes-Benz 280-560SL or SLC, and a step-by-step guide to evaluating one for purchase. This book includes 100 photos of what to look for and what to avoid, plus a realistic assessment of running and restoration costs, as well as market values. This includes servicing and spare parts prices, and the relative values of the various models, specifications and vehicle conditions you are likely to encounter. Written by the editor of the Mercedes-Benz Club Gazette, it draws on the experiences of the late Roger Edwards, a former Mercedes-Benz apprentice who spent his life working on and enjoying these cars, along with input from Roger's colleagues who continue to run his company. It also benefits from the author's 30 years of owning and restoring old cars, and his contacts in the world of Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts. Written in an easy to follow, jargon-free style, this book will equip you with all you need to know to buy a Mercedes-Benz 280-560SL or SLC.Table of ContentsIntroduction & thanks - the purpose of this book 1. Is it the right car for you? - marriage guidance 2. Cost considerations - affordable, or a money pit? 3. Living with a W107 SL or SLC - will you get along together? 4. Relative values - which model for you? 5. Before you view - be well informed 6. Inspection equipment - these items will really help 7. Fifteen minute evaluation - walk away or stay? 8. Key points - where to look for problems 9. Serious evaluation - 60 minutes for years of enjoyment 10. Auctions - sold! Another way to buy your dream 11. Paperwork - correct documentation is essential! 12. What's it worth to you? - let your head rule your heart! 13. Do you really want to restore? - it'll take longer and cost more than you think 14. Paint problems - bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles 15. Problems due to lack of use - just like their owners, cars need exercise! 16. The Community - key people, organisations and companies in the W107 world 17. Vital statistics - essential data at your fingertips Index

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Book SynopsisThis publication will be the first full catalogue of Glasgow Museums' internationally important collection of ship models. Almost all of the 676 models, which range from elegant cruise liners to humble Clyde puffers, and from simple half-hull design models to magnificent display models, were produced by Clyde shipyards or Glasgow-based ship owners. It is the representation of models from such a distinct geographical area, together with the quality of the models, which makes this collection so exceptional. As well as general chapters about the collection, each of the 676 models has a description and colour photograph. Some of the most famous ships launched on the Clyde are represented, such as RMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Hood, as well models of historically significant vessels such as the first European passenger steamer Comet and the world's first commercial turbine-powered vessel King Edward. The ship models form one of Glasgow Museums most popular and most viewed collections, and enquiries about them come in from all over the world. A stunning collection of photographs will complement newly researched and in-depth chapters. The book will give readers worldwide a chance to see images of the models, a sense of the breadth and importance of the collection and a deepened understanding about the whole history of the ship.Trade Review"This chunky near square deluxe hardback coffee-table type book is a thing of incredible beauty. Both as an object in itself - chock-full of richly coloured beautifully crisp photographs of stunning models - and for what it documents. [...] According to the books subtitle, A History and Complete Illustrated Catalogue, it covers the entire collection, making it not only enchantingly seductive, but fabulously complete and comprehensive. [...] Beautifully produced, an honourable homage to the vast expenditure of skill and passion that the objects it depicts represents." — 'A Question of Scale' blog

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Book Synopsisfreytag & berndt maps are available for many countries and regions in the world. In addition to the precise cartography each map also includes a lot of additional information about the region covered.

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Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:XS250 sohc 248cc 77-81 UK; XS250C sohc 248cc 81-82 UK; XS250SE sohc 248cc 80-84 UK; XS360 sohc 358cc 75-77 USA; XS400 sohc 392cc 77-80 UK; XS400 sohc 392cc 78-82 USA; XS400SE sohc 392cc 80-83 UK.

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Book SynopsisA century of history constitutes an important goal and is even more significant if a prestigious marque like Alfa Romeo is celebrating it. To pay due tribute to such a significant event is a unique and exclusive work of the Centenary, printed in a limited edition of only 999 copies, all numbered and enclosed in an elegant slipcase that carries the famous metal emblem of the centenarian on its front. Apart from its huge format, the refined binding and the paper on which it is printed, this official book prepared in collaboration with Alfa Romeo and destined to celebrate this historic event, is an ambitious project especially due to its contents and illustrations. As well as for the invaluable photographic Material provided by Alfa Romeo's Historic Motor Racing Documentation Centre Arese and a Number of images contributed by the Giorgio Nada Editore Archive, the Official Centenary book contains the results of a series of sessions carried out in the Alfa Museum specifically for this volume. A number of models in clothing inspired bythe styles of this century have posed next to the most significant cars in Alfa's history, creating in that way a fascinating "filrouge" between the car and its period. The P2, which won the 1925 Grand Prix World Championship, and the current 8C Spider are the stars of two additional photographic sessions that took place adhoc on Alfa's historic track at Balocco. To tell this long and distinguished history, which has written a chapter of extraordinary importance in the technical and sporting annals of the Italian car, some of the most important names in motoring and motorsport journalism have contributed, as have men who lived the Alfa Romeo experience in person. This official Alfa Romeo Centenary book is a work of indisputable prestige, a 'must have' for all enthusiasts and students of the Alfa Romeo marque

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Book SynopsisPictures from Italy is one of Charles Dickens' earlier works, a fantastic and whimsical foray into the twin worlds of travel and the imagination. Written in the 1840s when he took a respite from the writing of novels and traveled with his family to the continent, it is a travelogue offering a rare glimpse into the life of the great author. In this illustrated edition, Italian artist Livia Signorini takes inspiration from Dickens' words and plays with his sense of place, memory, and politics. The result is a brilliant contemporary dialogue with his work - a reading of history, time and change - which renews our sense of his enduring vision. Pictures from Italy is a tribute to the world of the great master in the 200th year of his birth.

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Book SynopsisIn June 1972, the 43-foor schooner Lucette was attacked by killer whales and sank in 60 seconds. What happened next is almost incredible. In an inflatable rubber raft, with a 9 foot fiberglass dinghy to tow it, Dougal Robertson and his family were miles from any shipping lanes. They had emergency rations for only three days and no maps, compass, or instruments of any kind. After their raft sank under them, they crammed themselves into their tiny dinghy.For 37 daysusing every technique of survivalthey battled against 20-foot waves, marauding sharks, thirst, starvation, and exhaustion, adrift in the vast reaches of the Pacific before their ordeal was ended by a Japanese fishing boat. The Robertsons'' strong determination shines through the pages of this extraordinary book which describes movingly their daily hopes and fears, crises and triumphs, tensions and heartbreaks.Trade Review...[a] well-written account....an unexpectedly personal view of a man's physical and a woman's emotional courage that, when bonded, produced the strength to survive. * Sailing *For stark excitement, marine natural history, practical lessons, and human love and stresses, few records, if any, of hazard and survival have ever bettered it. * The Instrumentalist *[The Robertsons] survived and their tale is a triumph of human resource and determination against terrible odds. * Cruising World *What a brave man, what an eloquent writer! In case of shipwreck I would send for Dougal Robertson or, in absence of him, reread his book in order to find out what on earth to do next. -- Nicholas MonsarratTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Author's Acknowledgements Glossary of Sailing Terms Prologue Part One: the Attack Part Two: Castaways Part Three: Safety Part Four: Coincidence Part Five: The Last Analysis

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Book SynopsisThis compact, pocket-sized Porto travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of Porto. It's light, easily portable and comes equipped with a pull-out map. This Porto guidebook covers: Ribeira, Baixa, Vila Nova de Gaia, The Sé, Aliados, Miragaia, Massarelos, Boavista, Vila do Conde.Inside this Porto travel book you will find: - Curated recommendations of places - main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas - Things not to miss in Porto - Ribeira, Palácio da Bolsa, Ponte de Dom Luís I, Vila Nova de Gaia's historic wine lodges, São Bento, Torre dos Clérigos, Boat ride under Porto's six bridges, Foz do Douro, Livraria Lello, Jardim do Palácio De Cristal, Casa da Música, Fundação Serralves- Ready-made itineraries samples - created for different time frames or types of trip- Porto at a glance - an overview map of Porto with key areas and short descriptions of what you'll find there- Day trips - extra information for those on longer breaks or wanting to venture further afield- Practical travel tips - information on how to get there and around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory- Handy language section - themed basic vocabulary for greetings, numbers and food and drink- Independent reviews - honest descriptions of places to eat, drink or stay, written by our expert authors- Accommodation - handy reference guide to a range of hotels for different budgets - Pull-out map - easy to extract folded map with places to see marked- What's new - a short overview of the changes in Porto in recent years for repeat travellers- Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed Porto guidebook - Fully updated post-COVID-19The guide is a perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. It gives you a distinct taste of Porto with a concise edit of all the information you'll need.

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Book SynopsisI fell in love with Porto and I love it still. The city's spectacular bridges, its vertiginous riverbanks, steep with ancient buildings, the old port houses, the wide squares: I was entranced by them all.' J.K. ROWLING One of the oldest cities in Europe, rising from the steep banks of the Douro (the river of gold) with picturesque praças, churches and houses with colourfully tiled facades, Porto is recognised the world over for its wonderful Port wine. Its ancient name Portucale forms the origin of the country Portugal. Today, Porto is a vibrant commercial and cultural centre that is proud of its historic links to the outside world. An essential read from one of the world's foremost writers on Portugal, Porto: Gateway to the World uses the beautiful buildings and landmarks across the city to take the reader on a journey through its rich history, from its origins right up to the modern era.Trade Review‘Evocative ... Fascinating and readable’ * Wall Street Journal *‘A landmark work’ * Times Literary Supplement *‘Lochery illuminates our history ... [he] has written the 20th century history of the Portuguese without bias’ -- João Céu e Silva * Diário de Noticias *Table of ContentsNote from the Author Introduction Part One Day One – Morning 1 Arrival 2 Origins 3 French Invasion 4 Liberation Day Part Two Day One – Afternoon 5 Absolutism versus Liberalism 6 War of the Brothers 7 The Siege of Porto, 1832 8 Decisive Battle 9 The Wine is on Fire Part Three Day Two – Morning 10 Liberal versus Liberal 11 Birth of an Elegant Industrial City 12 The Cradle of the Republic Part Four Day Two – Afternoon 13 Where the River Meets the Ocean 14 Republican Misadventures 15 Porto Revolts and Salazar Arrives Part Five Day Three – Morning 16 Henry the Navigator 17 British Treaties and Wine 18 Port Wine and the Factory House Part Six Day Three – Afternoon 19 The Golden Age 20 The Most Beautiful Bookshop in the World Part Seven Day Four – Morning 21 From the Highest Point to the River 22 The Mouth of the River Part Eight Day Four – Afternoon 23 The Longest Avenue 24 Conclusions: Taking Stock 25 Afterword: Further Afield Notes Acknowledgements A Brief Note About Sources Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:CB250G5 (All Years); CJ250T (All Years); CB360 75-76; CB360G 1974; CL360 74-75; CJ360T 76-77

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Book SynopsisThis is the third edition of the Komshe travel guidebook to Serbia, written and published by travel specialists from that country. The guide is divided into sections covering 8 regions in Serbia (including Belgrade), with more than 150 tourist destinations. There are regional maps and accommodation listings plus other practical information. Use it to discover Serbia's history, religion, Christian monasteries, traditional architecture and cuisine while gaining an understanding of customs, manners and more! There are other basic, useful facts: visas, diplomatic missions, health and security, transport, banks and currency, student information, shopping advice, sports activities, a glossary of common Serbian phrases and other important tips for travellers. There are more than 650 colour photos which show clearly what to expect before the traveller arrives. Of special note are places rarely visited by outsiders - ancient castles, monasteries, national parks, and ruins of the Roman, Ottoman, and Austro-Hungarian cultures that left their mark in Serbia. The guide includes insider recommendations for Serbia's roaring music festivals, arts, opera, and picturesque floating cafes on the Danube.

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Book SynopsisThis vivid and engaging book weaves together the history, architecture and archaeology of Syracuse and is an essential companion for anyone visiting the city. Dubbed 'the greatest Greek city and the most beautiful of them all' by Cicero, Syracuse also boasts the richest history of anywhere in Sicily. This is the first modern historical guide to the city, exploring Syracuse's place within the island and the wider Mediterranean and revealing why it continues to captivate visitors today, more than two and a half millennia after its foundation. Over its long and colourful life, Syracuse has been home to many creative figures, including Archimedes, the greatest mathematician of the ancient world, as well as host to Plato, Scipio Africanus, conqueror of Hannibal, and Caravaggio, who have all contributed to the rich history and atmosphere of this beguiling and distinctive Sicilian city. Generously illustrated, Syracuse, City of Legends offers detailed descriptions of the principal monumenTrade ReviewFor newcomers exploring Sicily for the first time, as well as for returning visitors, Jeremy Dummett’s Syracuse, City of Legends is a welcome travelling companion whose enthusiasm is catching. Dummett offers a rich trove of information about its deep past, which he helpfully links to the places that can be visited today, including the more intimate places off the beaten path. -- Judith Harris, author of Pompeii AwakenedAt last Syracuse is receiving the attention it deserves. Congratulations to Jeremy Dummett for his celebration of this Sicilian gem. Don’t leave for Sicily without this guide. -- Jordan Lancaster, author of In the Shadow of Vesuvius: A Cultural History of NaplesTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Preface Acknowledgements Prologue Part 1. The Story of Syracuse: From Greek City State to Modern Times 1. Foundation and the Rule of Gelon and Hiero I 2. The Athenian Expedition to Sicily 3. Dionysius I: Tyrant and Warlord 4. Five More Tyrants 5. Hiero II and the Roman Siege 6. Cicero and the Rise of Rome 7. Santa Lucia and the Early Christians 8. Byzantium and the Arab Siege 9. Outline to 1945 10. Modern Syracuse Part 2. The Principal Monuments: A Commentary 11. The Greek Era 12. The Roman Era 13. The Early Christian Era 14. Baroque Syracuse 15. Other Important Monuments Notes Further Reading Bibliography Chronological Table Glossary Index

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Book SynopsisMichelin's France Road Atlas A4 is the perfect companion for safe and enjoyable drive in France. Convenient and easy to use thanks to the spiral bound cover, Michelin France Atlas will provide you with precise and reliable information with its updated mapping scaled 1/200 000 (1 cm = 2 km). Smart and practical, this atlas includes tourist sights, leisure facilities and scenic routes recommended in the famous Michelin Green Guide as well 40 embedded city plans plus 16 with QR codes for easy access to your smartphone for online mapping and tourist information! Michelin's checklist will help you prepare your journey before your leave and Michelin's safety alerts will warn you about dangerous driving areas, such as steep hills and level crossing. Michelin's route planner as well as the time and distance charts will help you plan and optimise your journey. Michelin's France road atlas will make sure that you make the most of your journey in France! Michelin's France tourist and motorist atlas (A4 spiral) features: * Scale 1/200 000 * Spiral bound for lay-flat convenience. * Time & distance charts * Route planner with major itineraries * Tourist sights and scenic drives pulled directly from Michelin's famous Green Guide travel series using the embedded QR codes. * Extensive place name index for rapid look-up * Location map on top of each page for an easier navigation within the atlas * 40 City maps embedded in the map of their surrounding areas with QR code to guide you through the last few miles of your journey with your smartphone plus 16 QR codes for city plans on your phone

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Book SynopsisHere are 111 more gripping Porsche Stories that afficionados of the Stuttgart brand and sports car enthusiasts should know. Wilfried Müller tells the stories of very individual characters - no matter if in the race car cockpit or on the executive floors of the Stuttgart factory, the New York showroom or the Santa Ana racing headquarters in California. Meet Mark Donohue, Dan Gurney, Alwin Springer, Max Hoffman, Jackie Oliver, Brian Redman, Stefan Bellof, Björn Waldegård, Valentin Schäffer and many more. Enjoy the anecdotes of race cars dubbed Mickey Mouse or Kangaroo, Earl Rossi's 917 on the French Autoroute, tales from 10,000 mile rallies, Porsches that handled best when going 1.5 mph, and Porsches that were never built. Learn about the background to America's very own version of the legendary 962 racer, the story of the 356C SC Cabriolet, and the elusive America Roadster. Not to forget the chapter about magic Porsche words, which tell the stories of Porsche Design, "RS" or the "Schüttgut", the Porsche family's home base and retreat in the Austrian mountains.

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Book Synopsis**LONGLISTED FOR THE POLARI FIRST BOOK PRIZE**'You've never read a travel memoir like this before' The Sunday Times, 'Pride Culture Guide''Sweet and fun, with real emotional depth and a rousing, feisty spirit'Matt Cain***In the spring of 2012, Calum finds himself single again after his relationship of six years comes to an end. Heartbroken, unhappy and unsure of what to do next, he leaves the hometown he has been in all his life to embark on a journey that takes him all around the world, from teaching in a school on the outskirts of Rome to exploring the sex clubs of Berlin, to raising tigers in an animal sanctuary deep in the jungles of Thailand. Along the way, he meets LGBT+ people from all walks of life and every part of the rainbow - from an Italian teenager struggling with a homophobic father to a kathoey navigating life as a trans person in Thailand, to a young HIV-positive man living on the streets of London. Their individual stories, not only of hardship and sorrow but also of profound strength and hope, show the breadth and depth of queer life and experience, shedding light on themes such as homophobia, sexual violence, marriage equality and gender identity. Through these meetings and friendships, Calum not only finds the encouragement to embrace life after heartbreak, but also discovers a beautiful, loving global community who support and uplift him through the best and worst moments of his time on the road. A travel memoir with a difference, Eat, Gay, Love is a celebration of the power of community and a personal tribute to the extraordinary lives of LGBT+ people everywhere in the world.

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Book SynopsisFrederik Paulsen's first great adventure involved taking the reins, at age thirty, of the Ferring pharmaceutical firm founded by his father. After he had transformed the company into a multinational corporation, Paulsen began to recall his childhood dream of discovering unknown lands, sparked by the Viking tales of his native Sweden. He therefore set off to explore realms of ice and snow.In the spring of 2000, he stood at the North Pole - only to discover that the planet had several other extreme poles: the wandering magnetic pole, to which every compass points; the somewhat more stable geomagnetic pole; and the 'pole of inaccessibility'. Since the earth has two hemispheres, these four northern poles have their southern counterparts in the Antarctic. Paulsen therefore set himself the challenge of being the first person to reach all eight poles.Charlie Buffet and Thierry Meyer recount Paulsen's thirteen-year adventure in freezing, hostile regions that were once the site of historic exploits and are now a laboratory for scientists trying to decipher our planet's future. The foreword is by Ellen MacArthur

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Book SynopsisUpdated annually, MICHELIN National Map Great Britain & Ireland will give you an overall picture of your journey thanks to its clear and accurate mapping scale 1/1,000,000. Our map will help you easily plan your safe and enjoyable journey in Great Britain and Ireland thanks to a comprehensive key, a complete name index as well a clever distance & time chart. Michelin's driving information will help you navigate safely in all circumstances. In addition, MICHELIN National Map Great Britain & Ireland is cross-referenced with the famous MICHELIN Green Guide highlighting destinations worth stopping for! With MICHELIN National Maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN NATIONAL MAPS feature: * Up-to-date mapping * A scale adapted to the size of the country * A clear and comprehensive key * Distance and time chart * Place name index * Driving and road safety information * Tourist sights information Our maps are regularly updated even if the ISBN does not change.

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Book Synopsis(Edition updated in 2018) MICHELIN Aragon Catalonia Regional Map scale 1/400,000 will provide you with an extensive coverage of primary, secondary and scenic routes for this Spanish region. In addition to Michelin's clear and accurate mapping, this regional map includes all the practical information for a trouble free journey, including major town plans as well as tourism information. Picturesque routes are bordered by a green border. With MICHELIN Regional Maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN REGIONAL MAPS include practical information for a trouble free journey and show primary & secondary road networks. * Administrative boundaries * Scenic routes and tourist sights * Place name index * Time and distance charts * Plans for a selection of major towns * Practical information: danger alerts, service stations, picnic areas

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Book SynopsisThe go-to Malta, Gozo and Comino travel guide for over 30 years. Strap on your boots and discover Malta on foot with the Sunflower Malta travel guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. The Sunflower Malta guide is indispensable for hiking in Malta or seeing Malta by car. The Maltese landscape offers rich rewards for those who enjoy exploring: interests in ancient and modern history, military and ecclesiastical architecture, geology, and flora are all well catered for. If this will be your first visit to the Maltese Islands, this book will be a perfect introduction to the delights of walking in Malta and Gozo and touring the islands by car or with public transport. Inside the Sunflower Malta guide book you'll find: * 60 long and short walks for all ages and abilities - each walk is graded so you can easily match your ability to the level of walk; * Topographical walking maps - give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain; * Free downloadable gps tracks - for the techies; * Satnav guidance to walk starts for motorists; * 3 car tours and fold-out touring map - for easy reference on your tour; * Strolls to idyllic picnic spots - enjoy our recommendations for where to picnic along the way; * Timetables for public transport - ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid hiring a car on your holiday; * Online update service for the latest information; * Town plans for Valletta, Cospicua, Senglea, Vittoriosa, Mdina/Rabat, Victoria (Gozo) are also included. Whether you decide to tour Malta by car or explore on foot we look forward to showing you around.Table of ContentsTable of contents: Preface 5 Acknowledgements; Useful books 6 Getting about 7 Picnicking 9 Picnic suggestions 10 TOURING TOUR 1 MALTA: FROM TOURISM TO RURALITY AND BACK AGAIN! 17 Sliema * Salina Bay * Mellieha * Cirkewwa * Golden Bay * Mgarr * Bingemma Gap * Rabat * Mdina * Mosta * Naxxar * San Gwann * Sliema TOUR 2 MALTA: ANTIQUITIES, FISHING VILLAGES AND GARDENS 21 Sliema * Hypogeum * Marsascala * Marsaxlokk * Wied iz-Zurrieq * Hagar Qim * Ghar Lapsi * Buskett Gardens * San Anton Gardens * Sliema TOUR 3 GOZO: THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN 24 Mgarr * Ir-Ramla * Marsalforn * Victoria * Dwejra Bay * Xlendi * Mgarr WALKING Waymarking and maps 28 Walkers' checklist 28 What to take 29 Weather 29 Photography 30 Where to stay 30 Maltese pronunciation and place names 31 Nuisances and hazards 32 Shooting and trapping 33 Country code for walkers and motorists 34 Organisation of the walks 35 TOWN WALKS, MALTA (with plans) 1 Valletta: capital and planned town 36 2 The Three Cities: Cospicua, Senglea and Vittoriosa 39 3 Mdina and Rabat 43 COUNTRYSIDE WALKS Northern Malta - walks near Mellieha and St Paul's Bay 4 Ghadira * Madonna statue * Armier Bay * Marfa 47 5 Armier Crossroads * Qammieh * Ic-Cumnija * Ghadira 50 6 Ghadira * Il-Prajjet * Ghajn Snuber * Golden Bay 56 7 Selmun Palace * Mgiebah Valley * Blata l-Bajda * Mistra Bay * Xemxija 56 8 Wied l-Arkata * Bidnija * Il-Qolla * Pwales Valley * Xemxija 60 9 Falka * Wied il-Ghajn Rihana * Ghallis Tower 62 10 St Julian's * Madliena * Gharghur * Maghtab * Bahar ic-Caghaq 65 Western Malta - walks near Rabat, Dingli and Siggiewi 11 Bingemma Gap * Nadur Tower * Bingemma Fort * L-Iskorvit * Golden Bay 69 12 Rabat (Busugrilla) * Chadwick Lakes * Mtahleb * Il-Qlejgha * Bahrija * Gnejna Bay * Mgarr 72 13 Mosta * Qlejgha Valley * Chadwick Lakes * Dwejra Lines * Mosta 78 14 Rabat (Busugrilla) * Tal-Lunzjata Ridge * Dingli * Ta' Baldu * Tat-Targa * Rabat (Busugrilla) 81 15 Rabat (Tal-Virtu) * Wied Ta' l-Isqof * Gnien il-Kbir * Rabat (Saqqajja) 86 16 Buskett * Ghar il-Kbir * Laferla Cross * Verdala Palace 88 17 Buskett * Rdum Dikkiena * Ghar Lapsi * Hagar Qim * Blue Grotto 92 18 Siggiewi * Tal-Providenza * San Niklaw Chapel * Siggiewi 96 19 Siggiewi * Wied il-Hesri * Wied Qirda * Wied il-Kbir * Qormi 98 Southeastern Malta - walks from Marsaxlokk and Marsascala 20 Marsaxlokk * Borg in-Nadur * Gudja 101 21 Marsascala * St Thomas Bay * Il-Hofra * Fort Delimara * Tas-Silg * Marsaxlokk 104 22 Marsascala * Zonqor Point * San Leonardo * Xghajra * Marsascala 108 Gozo - walks from Victoria and Mgarr 23 Victoria * Zebbug * Xwieni Bay * Hekka Point * Gharb * Victoria 111 24 Victoria * Xlendi * Dwejra Bay * Santa Lucija * Victoria 115 25 Mgarr * Mellieha Point * Mgarr ix-Xini * Sannat * Victoria 119 26 Mgarr * Hondoq ir-Rummien * Qala * Dahlet Qorrot * San Blas Bay * Ir-Ramla * Ggantija * Xewkija 123 Comino 27 Walks from the Comino Hotel, San Niklaw Bay 128 Bus, helicopter and ferry timetables 131 Index of geographical names 134 Emergency telephone numbers 136 Fold-out maps inside back cover

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Book SynopsisThe go-to Mallorca travel guide for over 30 years. Strap on your boots and discover Mallorca on foot with the Sunflower Mallorca travel guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. The Sunflower Mallorca guide is indispensable for hiking in Mallorca or seeing Mallorca by car. This was the first walking guide for Mallorca, the guide that won Sunflower the Sunday Times ‘Oscar’ for best travel guide — and eventually made the island one of the most popular walking areas in Europe. The author has lived on Mallorca for over 35 years and knows the island intimately. She has also been able to recheck most of the routes — as well as adding several new walks. This completely revised 9th edition, in a wider format with 50% more pages, features newly drawn maps and incorporates both the GR221 (‘Drystone Route’) and the GR222 (still a work in progress). These long-distance walks have been incorporated in the day walks. There are also 6 car tours with accompanying fold-out touring map, as well as plans of Palma and Soller, bus, train and boat timetables and panels of information on Mallorcan customs and features of the landscape. A free online update service informs users of any route-change information. Inside the Sunflower Mallorca guide book you’ll find: 90 long and short walks for all ages and abilities – each walk is graded so you can easily match your ability to the level of walk Topographical walking maps – give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain Free downloadable gps tracks – for the techies Satnav guidance to walk starts for motorists 6 car tours and fold-out touring map – for easy reference on your tour Strolls to idyllic picnic spots – enjoy our recommendations for where to picnic along the way Timetables for public transport – ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid hiring a car on your holiday Online update service for the latest information Whether you decide to tour Mallorca by car or explore on foot we look forward to showing you around. Table of ContentsTable of contents: Preface 5 Getting about 7 Plan of Palma; Useful addresses/telephone numbers 8 Picnicking 10 Picnic suggestions 11 Touring 18 Car tour 1: SPECTACULAR SOUTHWEST SETTINGS 20 Car tour 2: PRETTY MOUNTAIN VILLAGES 24 Car tour 3: THE MAGNIFICENT MOUNTAIN ROUTE AND THE CAPES 28 Car tour 4: VILLAGES OFF THE BEATEN TRACK AND THE 'FAR EAST' 36 Car tour 5: THE ROUTE OF CAVES AND MONASTERIES 42 Car tour 6: SOUTHERN RESORTS AND THE PUIG DE RANDA 47 Walking (see explanation of grading symbols on page 53) 52 Grading, waymarking, maps, GPS 52 Right of way 53 What to take 54 Weather 54 Dogs and other nuisances 55 Walkers' checklist 55 Where to stay 56 A country code for walkers and motorists 57 Spanish and Mallorquin 58 Language hints for walkers and picnickers 58 Organisation of the walks 60 The long-distance GR221 and GR222 trails 61 Island customs - past and present 62 THE WALKS 1 Sant Elm * (Cala en Basset) * Sa Trapa * Punta Fabioler * Ses Basses * Andratx 68 2 Ruta de ses Comes (The 'Valleys route') 72 3 S'Arraco * Sa Trapa * Punta Fabioler * Ses Basses * S'Arraco 73 4 Puig d'en Farineta (Puig Basset) 76 5 Galatzo ascent from Sa Font d'es Pi 77 6 Galatzo circuit from Puigpunyent 79 7 Galatzo ascent from near Estellencs 81 8 S'Esclop 83 9 From Calvia to Galilea 87 10 Planicia - finca publica 90 11 Esporles and the Ermita de Maristella 93 12 Bunyola and the Penyal d'Honor 94 13 Mirador Leandro Ximenis 97 14 Santa Eugenia * Ses Coves * Puig d'en Marron * Santa Eugenia 98 15 Valldemossa * Cami de S'Arxiduc * Teix * Coma d'es Cairats * Valldemossa 101 16 Three variations on the Drystone Route north of Valldemossa 107 17 Sa Foradada from Son Marroig 110 18 Deia * Cala de Deia * Deia 112 19 Deia * Son Coll * Soller 114 20 Es Castell d'Alaro 116 21 From Orient to Santa Maria 119 22 Soller * Biniaraix * Es Barranc * Es Cornadors * Soller 122 23 Cuber Lake * L'Ofre * Cuber Lake 126 24 The three peaks circuit 128 25 Biniaraix and Fornalutx 130 26 Mirador de Ses Barques * Sa Costera * Cala Tuent * Sa Calobra 132 27 Es Torrent de Pareis 135 28 Cuber Lake * Tossals Verds * Lloseta 139 29 Cuber Lake * Font d'es Prat * Coll d'es Prat * Coll de Sa Batalla (Bataia) 143 30 Lluc * Ses Voltes * Puig d'en Galileu * Lluc 147 31 Around Puig Roig: Lluc * Mossa * Coll dels Ases * Es Cosconar * Lluc 150 32 Around Lluc Monastery 154 33 Puig de Massanella - the classic ascent 156 34 A scramble up Puig Tomir 159 35 From Lluc to Pollenca 162 36 Puig de Maria 165 37 The Ternelles Valley 166 38 Mortitx and the Cova de ses Bruixes 168 39 Boquer Valley 170 40 Ermita de la Victoria * Penya d'es Migdia * Talaia d'Alcudia * Coll Baix * Mal Pas 172 41 Ermita de la Victoria * Coll Baix * Ses Fontanelles * Ermita de la Victoria 175 42 From Betlem to Es Calo 176 43 Ermita de Betlem and Bec de Ferrutx 178 44 Cala Ratjada to Cala Mesquida 180 45 Cala Torta* Torre d'Albarca * Platja d'es Verger * Cala Torta 182 46 Cala Pi * Cap Blanc * Cala Pi 184 Transport timetables 186 Index 190 Glossary 192 Fold-out island map inside back cover

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Book Synopsisfreytag & berndt car maps are available for many countries and regions worldwide. In addition to the clear design, the Corfu road map has a lot of additional information such as road conditions, sights and campsites. The extensive location index also enables quick orientation. The titles of the "Island Pocket" series fit in every pocket thanks to the handy format of 9 x 15 cm. Tourist information "The Big Five": adventure, cuisine, culture, nature, sights, index of places, hiking trails; Cellophaned, waterproof and tear-resistant;

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Book SynopsisIt's two decades since Chris Stewart moved to his farm on the wrong side of a river in the mountains of southern Spain and his daughter Chlöe is preparing to fly the nest for university. In this latest, typically hilarious dispatch from El Valero we find Chris, now a local literary celebrity, using his fame to help his old sheep-shearing partner find work on a raucous road trip; cooking a TV lunch for visiting British chef, Rick Stein; discovering the pitfalls of Spanish public speaking; and recalling his own first foray into the adult world of work. Yet it's at El Valero, his beloved sheep farm, that Chris remains in his element as he, his wife Ana and their assorted dogs, cats and sheep weather a near calamitous flood and emerge as newly certified organic farmers. His cash crop? The lemons and oranges he once so blithely drove over, of course.Trade ReviewWhen an author is as modest and humorous as this, his story cannot be told too often * The Times *An affectionate account of living well in the shade and scent of Stewart's beloved organic citrus trees. Happy days -- Iain Finlayson

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Book SynopsisThe Monocle team celebrates the endlessly fascinating and culturally rich country of Italy.Trade Review'It’s comprehensive and inclusive, neither high-brow nor condescending (though unapologetically stylish) and offers, to use that hackneyed phrase, something for everyone' - The West Australian

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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 SynopsisBerlitz Pocket Guide Munich & BavariaThe world-renowned pocket travel guide by Berlitz, now with a free bilingual dictionary.Part of our UEFA Euro 2020 guidebook series. If you''re planning to visit Fußball Arena München in Munich to watch Euro 2020 matches, then this pocket guidebook provides all the information you need to make the most of your trip, from ready-made itineraries to help you explore the city when you''re not at the game, to essential advice about getting around.Compact, concise and packed full of essential information about where to go and what to do, this is the ideal on-the-move travel guide for exploring Munich and Bavaria. From top tourist attractions like Englischer Garten, Marienplatz and Alter Peter, to cultural gems, including the Pinakothek der Moderne, the largest museum of art and design in Europe, the magnificent courtyards and halls of the former royal palace, the Residenz, and the extraordinary Neuschwanstein Castle, plan your perfect trip with this practical, all-in-one travel guide. Features of this travel guide to Munich and Bavaria:- Inspirational itineraries: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, highlighted with stunning photography- Historical and cultural insights: delve into the country''s rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions- Practical full-colour map: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy- Key tips and essential information: from transport to tipping, we''ve got you covered- Dictionary: quick-reference bilingual language guide to help you with vocabulary - Covers: In and around Marienplatz; To the city gates; The Residenz and surroundings; The Museum Quarter; Schwabing; Along the Isar; Outside the city centre; Into BavariaGet the most out of your trip with: Berlitz Phrase Book & Dictionary GermanAbout Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids'' language products.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the the British Academy Nayef Al-Rodhan Prize for Global Cultural Understanding 2018 Winner of the Stanford Dolman Travel Book of the Year 2017 Winner of the 2017 Highland Book Prize Winner of the Saltire Society Book of the Year 2017 Shortlisted for the RSL Ondaatje Prize 2018 Shortlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize 2017 Shortlisted for the Duff Cooper Prize 2017 Shortlisted for the Bread and Roses Award 2018 Shortlisted for the Gordon Burn Prize 2017 Shortlisted for the National Circle of Critics Award 2017 When Kapka Kassabova was a child, the borderzone between Bulgaria, Turkey and Greece was rumoured to be an easier crossing point into the West than the Berlin Wall so it swarmed with soldiers, spies and fugitives. On holidays close to the border on the Black Sea coast, she remembers playing on the beach, only miles from where an electrified fence bristled, its barbs pointing inwards toward the enemy: the holiday-makers, the potential escapees. Today, this densely forested landscape is no longer heavily militarised, but it is scarred by its past. In Border, Kapka Kassabova sets out on a journey to meet the people of this triple border - Bulgarians, Turks, Greeks, and the latest wave of refugees fleeing conflict further afield. She discovers a region that has been shaped by the successive forces of history: by its own past migration crises, by communism, by two World wars, by the Ottoman Empire, and - older still - by the ancient legacy of myths and legends. As Kapka Kassabova explores this enigmatic region in the company of border guards and treasure hunters, entrepreneurs and botanists, psychic healers and ritual fire-walkers, refugees and smugglers, she traces the physical and psychological borders that criss-cross its villages and mountains, and goes in search of the stories that will unlock its secrets. Border is a sharply observed portrait of a little-known corner of Europe, and a fascinating meditation on the borderlines that exist between countries, between cultures, between people, and within each of us.Trade ReviewIn Kassabova's study these tragic borderlands are brought to life with poetic grace, and her interaction with their inhabitants confers a haunting power on her journey -- Colin ThubronThe literature of place is crying out for a talent as magical, brilliant and original as Kapka Kassabova's. She writes with taut intelligence and poetic intensity, a shrewd and grown-up worldliness and a rapt sense of all that isn't in the world, a combination that I've been looking for this entire century. When Border arrived in my life, I felt as if I'd been struck by lightning -- Pico Iyer'Kassabova writes with such energy and style that you feel she could visit the dullest place on earth and make it burst into life. But she has found somewhere extraordinary, full of dazzling human stories played out against a ceaseless round of brutal wars and shifting empires. A brilliant and hugely satisfying book' -- Philip MarsdenShe has achieved something remarkable: a book about borders which makes the reader feel sumptuously free. An effect achieved by the way she moves between literary borders so gracefully: travelogue and existential drama; political history and poetry -- Peter PomerentsevLike the places it describes, this book holds you in a kind of mysterious electrical charge. It hums with the mystery, superstition, and terrible beauty of a place crushed between man-made borders but also defiantly announcing its sacred otherness. I can't stop thinking about it -- Frances Stonor SaundersThis is a dazzling work of art and reportage, an iridescent book, glittering with stories of horror, comedy and actual magic. Kassabova is a brilliant traveller, an astonishing interviewer and writer with a near clairvoyant understanding of the real lives of men and women. In Border, she follows some fierce, sorcerous current which carries us all towards frontiers; there is an urgent and engrossing story here -- Horatio Clare[A] brilliantly diverse and skilful writer... [Kassabova's] narrative nonfiction is almost renowned... Fascinating -- Exciting Books Coming in 2017 * Big Issue *[This] beautiful, tragic and universal new book may just be the most important you read in this year of Brexit * Skinny *This smokily intense and quaveringly powerful travel book is about the wild, forested and tragic borderland between Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey. Kassabova [...] has the travel-writer's core skill of acute sensitivity to her physical environment, together with a poet's turn of phrase and a poet's emotional rawness... Kassabova is, above all, sensationally good at meeting extraordinary people, and that is surely the travel writer's essential kit... [Border] is aromatic, lyrical, disturbing - and very, very fine -- James McConachie * Sunday Times *[Kassabova] has an old-fashioned gift for storytelling... Border brilliantly reveals the effects of a millennium of kaleidoscopic shifting. Thoughtful and impressive -- Sara Wheeler * Observer *With the deft touch of a historian, she connects the voices of those who have struggled to cross borders across the centuries... Kassabova is a poet, and her writing is beautiful - moving and witty by turns... In a world ever more divided, ever more threatened by Mexican walls, restrictive new passports and fear of the unknown, we need books like this -- Alev Scott * Financial Times *[Kassabova's] hunger and fascination with this little known region has resulted in Border, one of those books that elevates travel writing to art... Mystery, of course, is at the heart of her book. The mystery of marginal points and marginal people -- Teddy Jamieson * Herald *[A] timely and moving book... Her writing powerfully weaves history, folklore, reportage and personal reflections... Border is illuminating, passionate and sometimes funny. It brilliantly ventriloquizes the voice of this mysterious, plundered part of Europe, revealing the ironies of nationalism and the profound way in which ethnicity can affect the human psyche * Country Life *A marvellous book about a magical part of the world... It shows more starkly than anything else I have read what the border did to the people who lived along it, and how its legacy endures... Kassabova, a poet, writes lyrically and effectively about the astonishing natural beauty of much of the area... as [she] arcs across countries and centuries in an effort to free herself from the enchantment of this strangest of regions. In the end she leaves, but the spell remains -- Mark Mazower * Guardian *Written with compassion and intelligence, the prose here is as clear and fresh as a mountain stream. This is a timely and important book, and I can't recommend it highly enough -- Doug Johnstone * Big Issue *An accomplished poet and polyglot, [Kassabova] writes exquisite prose, dripping with scorn for the politicians whose bone-headed rules and careless greed despoil the land and ruin the lives of those who still live there -- Edward Lucas * 1843 Magazine *Kapka Kassabova's poignant, erudite and witty third book, border, brings hidden history vividly to light... She treads lightly but distinctly through the stories she tells, displaying an enviable mixture of rapport with her subjects and detachment from their peculiarities... It is a "melancholy miracle", writes Ms Kassabova, that "odd ragged bits of this one-rich human tapestry" survive. They could have no better chronicler * Economist *An exceptional travel book that's every bit as good as the writing of Patrick Leigh-Fermor * Sunday Times *This is an exceptional book, a tale of travelling and listening closely, and it brings something altogether new to the mounting literature on the story of modern migration... the strength of Kassabova's book lies in the skill with which she interweaves the narrative of [today's refugees] into that of the inhabitants of the borderlands, giving the context for their lives in a way that the dozens of current books on the travels and travails of modern refugees seldom do... an important reminder that refugees are not a separate species, moving inexorably away and towards, but part of a vast, complicated pattern of history... Border makes for timely reading -- Caroline Moorehead * New Statesman *[A] valuable book [that] brings to life not just a neglected region but also one of the themes of our time: borders, open and closed... A book of our time -- Simon Kuper * Spectator *A magical book... Kassabova captures the lingering ethnic tapestry of the region, its pagan-like religions and fire-walking cults, in poetic prose of mystical elegance * Scottish Legal News *Kapka Kassabova is a modern Scheherazade - a dazzling writer who tells stories as if her life depended on it... As this wonderful book goes on, a kind of deep background music begins to be heard: themes and images which recur and weave all the voices into a pattern... Spell binding -- Neal Ascheron * Scottish Review of Books *Like a sharp-eyed magpie, [Kassabova] travels across the borders in this place with three alphabets, picking up intriguing titbits of history and folklore... With a lightness of touch, [...] the tragedies, ironies and curiosities of this often-overlooked corner of Europe, with hotchpotch of peoples, are captured by Kassabova's vivid phrasings -- Robbie Millen * The Times *Passionately lived... [Kassabova's] descriptions of place are lyrical and gorgeous... but it's her encounters with people which bring the book to life... She lets the echoes in the stories she hears tell a wider story -- James Robinson * Literary Review *[Kassabova] seques seamlessly between myth and history, memoir and reportage. Border is a great [travel book]. But it's more than that: it's a big-hearted book for what seems an increasingly mean-spirited age. It spells out the human consequences of nationalism and totalitarianism; of divisions and fences and walls designed to keep "them" from "us" -- Michael Kerr * Daily Telegraph *[A] remarkable personal exploration of the borderland between Greece, Bulgaria and Turkey. The Bulgarian-born poet converses with strangers - guards, treasure-hunters, botanists, refugees, smugglers - to release unusual, vivid, poignant human stories. She comes to it with a poet's sensibility and a journalist's curiosity. A wonderful, luminous combination * New Internationalist *Haunting... a splendid book -- William Armstrong * Hurriet Daily News *Kassabova writes beautifully about the millions of refugees exchanged between Greece and Turkey -- Sameer Rahim * Prospect Magazine *An extraordinary book... There are moments of dynamism and hope in these pages... It's to be hoped that Kassabova, with her glorious prose and open heart, always takes care but never abandons the quest [of storytelling] * Geographical Review *This exceptional book about a journey through Bulgaria's dark, often magical borderland is every bit as good as the travel writing of Patrick Leigh Fermor * Sunday Times *She picks up intriguing bits about folklore, history and modern living [and] has a light touch... Vividly written * The Times *Border is not just a topical book but an urgent one, for is spells out the human consequences of nationalism and totalitarianism; of a narrow focus on identity and ethnicity; of divisions and fences and walls designed to keep 'them' from 'us' * Telegraph *Kassabova's Border is quite possible the book of the year. Both timely and timeless, this travelogue around the outer reaches of Europe has Cold War history echoing into our modern times, where desperate refugees attempt to cross those all-too important lines on a map. It is beautifully poetic, heart-breaking, and humane. The book will transform you * Skinny *Exquisite -- Featured in round up of best books on Europe’s troubled politics * Independent *Her lyrical memoir-cum-history of borderlands among Greece, Bulgaria and Turkey, has only become more topical, as the Turkish-Greek land crossing for migrants is increasingly as treacherous as the Aegean -- Book of the Year selected by AE Stallings * TLS *Not just topical, but urgent, for it spells out the human consequences of nationalism and totalitarianism; of a narrow focus on identity and ethnicity; of divisions and fences and walls designed to keep "them" from "us" -- Michael Kerr * Sunday Telegraph *[Kassabova] reveals how people define borders - and how they define us in turn...a startlingly relevant read * Wanderlust *

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Book SynopsisThe Ferrari GT Berlinettas are undeniably beautiful and, arguably, the greatest Ferrari racing cars ever built. The 250 GT Competizione Berlinetta - now popularly known as the Tour de France Berlinetta, in honour of the model's domination of the great French event with four outright victories - was the true forerunner of the series of cars which established Ferrari as a major force in sports car racing. Here is the story of the development, building and racing of the Tour de France Ferraris. Importantly, the book also contains individual histories of the Ferrari TdF Berlinettas. Out of print for many years, this classic edition has been reissued in paperback format, due to popular demand.Trade ReviewA book entirely dedicated to one specific model of Ferrari. A reprint of a book published in 1997. Firstly, the development and in particular the technique of the 250 GT engine is described in detail. Then by chassis year, the chassis numbers, and the races and hill climbs in which the car participated. An interview with driver Olivier de Gendebien about driving in the 250 GT and the description of a restoration. In the back of each chassis number an overview of the sales date and owners. For the Ferrari enthusiast and interest book. – Klassiek & Techniek.Table of ContentsForeword Introduction The development history Contemporaries of the Tour de France Berlinetta Development and racing in 1956, 1957, 1958 and 1959 The drivers Living with a Tour de France Restoration The Tour de France Berlinetta in modern competition Individual chassis histories Specification and performance data Index

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Book Synopsis'I will build a car for the great multitude,' stated Henry Ford, and so he did. The Ford Model T, or the ‘Tin Lizzie’ and the ‘Flivver’ as it was also known, transformed American society, bringing mobility through car ownership to millions of middle-class Americans at a time when the horse and the railroad were the only real viable means of transport. Using moving assembly lines and the best possible materials, between October 1908 and May 1927, Ford built around 16.5 million examples of this extraordinary car. By 1918, half of all cars built in America were Model Ts and by 1925 around 8,000 a day were being produced, making Henry Ford one of the world’s best-known manufacturers of automobiles. The selection of body styles varied from two- and four-seat open and closed models – tourers, town cars, runabouts, landaulettes and cabriolets – to vans and pick-up trucks, and customers could also have colours other than black!  

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Book Synopsis(Edition updated in 2017) The MICHELIN zoom map Martinique is the ideal travel companion to fully explore this French tourist destination thanks to its easy-to-use format and its scale of 1/80,000. The map covers the areas and cities of Fort-De-France The Zoom collection are characterized by the high precision of their detailed scale, specially adapted for very touristy areas or with a high density road network, including new developments and industrial areas. In addition to clarity, reliability and up-to-date information, all Michelin cartography features include a wealth of practical information: places and monuments of tourist interest, picturesque tours, areas for sports and leisure activities ... Useful plans of cities and a practical index of localities. Also the maps contain places of interest and signposting of tracks for bicycles and green-ways. MICHELIN ZOOM MAPS are perfect to discover major tourist areas, with a high level of details in an easy to use format. They nicely complement our Michelin Guides and include: * Various leisure activities, such as water parks, tourist trains, horse racing, etc * Scenic routes and tourist sights crossed referenced with the famous Michelin's Green Guides * Camping sites information from Michelin's Camping Guides * Hotel information from the world famous MICHELIN Guides

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Book SynopsisLonglisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2021 Running away from your problems doesn’t solve anything – but sometimes it’s more fun than dealing with them Elise was spending a lot of time crying on buses. She had just graduated from university; she had a shiny new flat, her first proper job and a budding relationship – and they were all making her utterly miserable. Sitting at work one day, she hit upon the obvious solution: Run 5,000 miles around the coast of Britain, carrying her kit on her back. Six months later Elise set off, with absolutely no ultra-running experience, unable to read a map and having never pitched a tent alone before. Over the 301 days that followed she developed a debilitating fear of farmyard animals, cried on a lot of beaches and saw Britain at its most wild and wonderful. Coasting is about putting one foot in front of the other, even when it feels impossible, and trying to enjoy it too. With heart and humour, Elise explores the thrill of taking risks and putting your trust in total strangers, and learns some home truths along the way. 'A true Great British Adventure, with humour and heart.' Sir Ranulph Fiennes 'Elise Downing has achieved the impossible – leaving you in awe at her superhuman achievements, but also convincing you that you could probably do the same.' Emily Chappell 'A hugely enjoyable jaunt around Britain, that proves that you can find adventure right on your doorstep.' Alastair Humphreys 'Elise Downing has reminded us all of the most crucial aspects of adventure: 1) You don't have to be an expert. 2) It's all about the people. 3) However hard, tough, excruciating and doubt-driven a challenge might be, at heart it's a funny, funny story.' Dave Cornthwaite 'Reading Coasting is like listening to a friend tell a tale down the pub that you can’t quite believe. Elise’s storytelling is hilarious, warm-hearted and wonderfully down-to-earth. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to lace up your trainers and start running towards that mad idea you once had. There’s no doubt that Elise’s gung-ho attitude is her superpower. Her kryptonite? Cows.' Anna McNuff, author and adventurer 'Elise's irresistibly readable adventures are both ordinary and extraordinary at the same time. She's an inspiration.' Damian Hall, author and ultrarunner 'Funny and engaging and inspiring... an absolute gem.' Vassos Alexander, presenter, author and runner 'A beautifully observed and blisteringly truthful account of what happens when you decide to combine adventure and endurance. Absolutely brilliant.' Jake Tyler, author of A Walk from the Wild Edge 'An honest and exciting tale of how a dream became an awesome reality. Definitely worth a read!' Ben Smith, founder of The 401 Challenge 'I was already laughing at the Dedication and this continued all the way to the very last page. Elise Downing is a comedy genius and has a heart of gold!' Danny Bent, author, runner and founder of Project Awesome 'Elise tells her story with such good-humoured light-heartedness that you could be forgiven for forgetting that what she is describing is a feat of real endurance. Running 5,000 miles is a truly remarkable achievement, and the fact that Elise emerged from it with a smile on her face and a total lack of ego speaks wonders to her character. This is an incredible tale told with total humility. Running around the coast of Great Britain was a mad thing to do, but not buying this book would be madder still.' Tim Moss, author, adventurer and founder of The Next Challenge 'Like any epic journey worth sharing, Elise encountered the same doubts, setbacks and fears that leave many dreams stuck on the drawing board. One foot after the other, Elise set out to achieve the extraordinary many miles over. Coasting shares the literal highs and lows as she finds her rite of passage to the world of ultra-running, with an endearing vulnerability and hilarious flair that brings places to life. In the same way that countless strangers felt compelled to join her around the UK, Coasting carries the reader along and inspires us all to ask 'why not?' in pursuit of our own home-grown adventures.' Alex Staniforth, adventurer and author 'A wonderfully honest tale of courage, perseverance and self-discovery.' Dr Juliet McGrattan, author and runner 'Elise brings so much fun and energy, as well as raw honesty, to the world of adventure books, and her incredible journey is an inspiration to young (and old!) adventurers.' Jenny Tough, author, adventurer and editor of Tough Women Adventure Stories 'Thoughtful, funny and beautifully written. Just goes to show that there’s a ram-spinning, swashbuckling adventure right there on your doorstep.' Huw Jack Brassington, writer, presenter and adventurerTrade ReviewA beautifully observed and blisteringly truthful account of what happens when you decide to combine adventure and endurance. Absolutely brilliant.. * Jake Tyler, author of A Walk from the Wild Edge *A hugely enjoyable jaunt around Britain, that proves that you can find adventure right on your doorstep. * Alastair Humphreys *A true Great British Adventure, with humour and heart. * Sir Ranulph Fiennes *A wonderfully honest tale of courage, perseverance and self-discovery. * Dr Juliet McGrattan, author and runner *An honest and exciting tale of how a dream became an awesome reality. Definitely worth a read! * Ben Smith, founder of The 401 Challenge *Elise brings so much fun and energy, as well as raw honesty, to the world of adventure books, and her incredible journey is an inspiration to young (and old!) adventurers. * Jenny Tough, author, adventurer and editor of Tough Women Adventure Stories *Elise Downing has achieved the impossible - leaving you in awe at her superhuman achievements, but also convincing you that you could probably do the same. * Emily Chappell *Elise Downing has reminded us all of the most crucial aspects of adventure: 1) You don't have to be an expert. 2) It's all about the people. 3) However hard, tough, excruciating and doubt-driven a challenge might be, at heart it's a funny, funny story. * Dave Cornthwaite *Elise tells her story with such good-humoured light-heartedness that you could be forgiven for forgetting that what she is describing is a feat of real endurance. Running 5,000 miles is a truly remarkable achievement, and the fact that Elise emerged from it with a smile on her face and a total lack of ego speaks wonders to her character. This is an incredible tale told with total humility. Running around the coast of Great Britain was a mad thing to do, but not buying this book would be madder still. * Tim Moss, author, adventurer and founder of The Next Challenge *Elise's irresistibly readable adventures are both ordinary and extraordinary at the same time. She's an inspiration. * Damian Hall, author and ultrarunner *Funny and engaging and inspiring... an absolute gem. * Vassos Alexander, presenter, author and runner *I was already laughing at the Dedication and this continued all the way to the very last page. Elise Downing is a comedy genius and has a heart of gold! * Danny Bent, author, runner and founder of Project Awesome *Like any epic journey worth sharing, Elise encountered the same doubts, setbacks and fears that leave many dreams stuck on the drawing board. One foot after the other, Elise set out to achieve the extraordinary many miles over. Coasting shares the literal highs and lows as she finds her rite of passage to the world of ultra-running, with an endearing vulnerability and hilarious flair that brings places to life. In the same way that countless strangers felt compelled to join her around the UK, Coasting carries the reader along and inspires us all to ask 'why not?' in pursuit of our own home-grown adventures. * Alex Staniforth, adventurer and author *Reading Coasting is like listening to a friend tell a tale down the pub that you can't quite believe. Elise's storytelling is hilarious, warm-hearted and wonderfully down-to-earth. It's the kind of book that makes you want to lace up your trainers and start running towards that mad idea you once had. There's no doubt that Elise's gung-ho attitude is her superpower. Her kryptonite? Cows. * Anna McNuff, author and adventurer *Thoughtful, funny and beautifully written. Just goes to show that there's a ram-spinning, swashbuckling adventure right there on your doorstep. * Huw Jack Brassington, writer, presenter and adventurer *

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Book SynopsisEvery manual is written from hands-on experience gained from stripping down and rebuilding each vehicle in the Haynes Project Workshop. The practical step-by-step instructions and clear photos are easy to follow and provide information on maintenance, servicing, fault finding, the MoT, brakes, electrics and Haynes tips to make many tasks easier.

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Book SynopsisIn the tradition of Paris Street' Style, Tokyo Street Style showcases the renowned style of an urban fashion mecca through hundreds of vibrant street-style photographs and interviews with Tokyo's top tastemakers.Trade Review“Joining a list that includes books on Paris (2013) and Brooklyn (2015), this title tracks Tokyo fashion by neighborhood and decade, from the 1960s to today, and showcases the influence of its models, photographers, designers, and shops in other arenas, such as food.” Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisProduction of Ducati Bevel Twins spanned 15 years, and nowadays a restored bike with original parts will be worth about double the value of one with the wrong parts/detailing. There have been so many variations over the years that most people have no idea what is correct for a particular model. A would-be buyer's first question is always "how authentic is the bike?", not whether it is beautifully restored. So this book is a comprehensive guide to authenticity. The content includes colour codes, stripe widths, decal placement, etc. The practical chapters are by necessity broad. For instance, there were five fork types, more than five shock absorber types (many not rebuildable), more than five brake types and ten different frame types. These practical chapters cover little tricks in assembly and offer general advice rather than a detailed workshop manual-type description.Table of ContentsChapter One Historical Background. How did these bikes come about? What was their ancestry? Chapter Two The 750 GT 1971-78 The first twin was limited edition but soon became a bone fide production model. Once forgotten, the round-case 750 is now one of the most collectable of all Ducatis. But these are a minefield for the restorer, with multiple variations in component specification. Chapter Three The 750 Sport 1972-78 Ducati's first pure sporting V-twin. Very often poorly restored because they didn't weather well. Now extremely desirable, but only if correct. Chapter Four The 750 Super Sport 1973-1974 The most collectable of all V-twins. But still people get the colours and decals wrong when restoring. Chapter Five Sport Touring Square-case twins, 860 and Darmah 1974-82. These may have been the production mainstay but as the most affordable there is renewed interest in restoring them correctly. Very few exist in original form so no one has any idea what is correct. Chapter Six 750 and 900 Super Sport square-case 1975-82. The quintessential bevel twin. Now highly prized and often poorly restored. Every year the technical specification changed so these are difficult to restore. Chapter Seven Mike Hailwood Replica. 1979-86 The most popular bevel twin in its day now represents decent value for those wanting a sporting bevel twin. But many have been butchered and they are difficult to restore to original. Chapter Eight 900 SSD Ducati and S2. 1979-85. Unusual and unloved. They may be a bargain but it is worth restoring them correctly. Chapter Nine Engine, Ignition and Carburetion. Broken into model types, round-case, square -case, Mille, valve spring, desmodromic, points ignition, Ducati Elettrotecnica ignition, Bosch ignition (and modern alternatives to these types) Amal and Dell'Orto carbs. (You can see you cannot simply rebuild one engine to cover all this. This Chapter is already 150 pictures and 10,000 words and not finished). Chapter Ten Chassis. Frame, swingarm, wheels, brakes restoration. Steering head bearings (the one thing universal on these bikes), steering lock, swingarm bushes, front fork rebuild, shocks, Lockheed, Scarab, Brembo brakes, front wheel spoked and cast, rear wheel spoked drum brake, rear wheel cast and spoked with disc brake. Tanks, side covers, fairings, and seats. Footpegs, levers, and grips. Chapter Eleven Electrical systems. Alternators, regulators, fuse boxes, headlights and taillights, turn signal indicators, switches, instruments and dash lights. Wiring diagrams. Practical look at wiring these bikes but they are all different. Appendix Technical data and specifications. List of resources.

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Book SynopsisThis hefty photographic portrait of Rome brings together hundreds of photographs from the 1840s through to today to explore the extraordinary history, beauty, and art of this incomparable cultural capital. From sepia and black and white to color, these outstanding images dating from the 1840s to the present day allow us — through the eyes of such photographers as Giacomo Caneva, Pompeo Molins, Giuseppe Primoli, Alfred Eisenstaedt, Carlo Bavagnoli, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Pasquale De Antonis, Peter Lindbergh, Slim Aarons, and William Klein — to discover Rome in its many compelling guises: as the center of the Roman Empire, as one of the cradles of the Renaissance, as a favorite destination for travelers and a rich patchwork of varied neighborhoods, as the seat of the Roman Catholic Church, a stage for politics, and as the perfect backdrop for film and fashion shoots. Reaching back into illustrious archives, some of the book’s early images offer us a privileged Grand Tour glimpse of some of Rome’s most treasured landmarks, revealing the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Spanish Steps almost void of crowds. Later pictures survey the city’s contrasts—from the luxurious homes and leisure activities of the privileged to street stalls and laundry lines in the working class districts of Trastevere and Testaccio. Some documentary-style shots show us the dark power of Mussolini, the city bedecked with his own iconography and imagery of strength, athleticism, and the fatherland. As color photography comes in, the city transitions from a neo-realismo aesthetic to postwar recovery and hedonism: all the glamorous gowns, exotic celebrities, and Via Veneto café culture immortalized by Fellini. Many famous faces are here, including Louis Armstrong, Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, Marcello Mastroianni, Sophia Loren, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Anna Magnani, and Valentino.

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Book SynopsisWhat happened to MH370? How did Amelia Earhart disappear? When have quick-thinking pilots averted catastrophe and kept hundreds of people alive? And what, if any, are the lessons we have learned from these accidents? Aviation journalist and air safety investigator Christine Negroni uses science, performance psychology, extensive interviews with pilots, and the accounts of crash survivors to answer these questions, and more. Alternately terrifying and inspiring - Negroni might just cure your fear of flying, and will definitely make you a more informed passenger.Trade ReviewA lively dissection of history-making accidents * The Times *Fascinating . . . For all the horror stories in The Crash Detectives, the reasonable reader will leave the book more sanguine about modern commercial airline travel than before. * Wall Street Journal *Negroni is an experienced, well-respected US journalist who has spent most of her career following the airline industry; her knowledge and enthusiasm are evident throughout. * Mail on Sunday *Christine Negroni is a talented aviation journalist who clearly understands the critically important part the human factor plays in aviation safety. She "gets it". * Captain 'Sully', The Miracle on the Hudson *The evolution of air safety is rooted in catastrophe. Christine Negroni pulls back the curtain on the people, the places, and the tragedies that have shaped this process over the decades - an unflinching look at a system that most of us take for granted. -- Patrick Smith, bestselling author of COCKPIT CONFIDENTIALMysteries are always fascinating; aviation mysteries are especially so because they involve ordinary people. In The Crash Detectives, Christine Negroni combines her investigative reporting skills with an understanding of the complexities of air accident investigations to bring to life some of history's most intriguing and heartbreaking cases, reminding us that even in the 21st century, aviation still holds elements of the unknown. * Bob Woodruff, ABC News *

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of Bradt's Sri Lankan Wildlife has been fully updated to reflect all the most recent developments relevant to visitors to this beguiling island who come to watch wildlife. Whale watching, now a major part of Sri Lanka's wildlife experience, is covered, and so too is the improved visitor access to some of the national parks. With a general increase in visitors over the past decade, more entrance gates have been opened to popular national parks and access improved to others. Sri Lanka is home to elephants, leopards, bears and water buffalo and boasts one of the highest species densities of marine mammals in the world, with populations of blue whales and sperm whales off the coast proving a compelling draw. Sri Lanka is one of the few destinations in the world where you can be out at sea whale watching in the morning, then spend the afternoon in a national park watching leopards and elephants or visiting a rainforest. A balanced, all-round natural history guide, ideal field guide and armchair read, Bradt's Sri Lankan Wildlife is illustrated with colour photographs of species and includes maps charting animal habitats to aid identification. It is an ideal companion for general wildlife travellers and wildlife enthusiasts who want some background reading on the island's natural history, and is written in an accessible, easy-to-read style by an expert who visits Sri Lanka at least once a year.Trade Review'Bradt Travel Guides simply have the best wildlife coverage of any of the popular guide books.' BBC Wildlife 'Sri Lankan Wildlife provides a very good overview.' WanderlustTable of ContentsContents Introduction Sri Lanka: a biodiversity jewel, How to use this book, The Sri Lankan environment Habitats and Reserves Habitats, National parks and reserves Mammals Asian elephant, Ungulates, Carnivores, Primates, Squirrels, Bats, Other mammals Birds Birds of town and garden, Birds of the rainforest, Birds of the highlands, Birds of the dry lowlands, Birds of the wetlands, Birds of the coast, Endemic birds Reptiles and Amphibians Lizards, Snakes, Crocodiles, Turtles, terrapins and tortoises, Amphibians Invertebrates Lower invertebrates, Arthropods, Butterflies, Dragonflies and damselflies The Underwater World Freshwater fish, Marine life, Under the sea, Marine mammals Getting About Independent travel, Tours, Suggested itinerary, Photography tips Further Information Books, Societies, Finding out more Index Features Where to watch primates in Sri Lanka Watching nocturnal wildlife Snake bites Nesting sea turtles in Sri Lanka

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Book SynopsisThe best-selling Wild Swimming Walks series visits the delights of Cornwall's coasts, estuaries, rivers and moors. Discover secret coves, sandy beaches, blue grottoes and moorland pools with 28 magical days out. Combining stunning photography, engaging stories and natural history, with all the practical information you need - detailed directions, route maps, practical ideas and downloadable guides. Perfect for adventurers and family explorers alike. Swim in sheltered azure coves on the Lizard Find fairy pools and coral sands in Penwith Explore rugged cliffs and sea caves near Padstow Dive into mysterious pools on Bodmin Moor swoosh down with the tide in the West Looe River Glide under the willows in dappled valleys of the Fal Float in the emerald waters of Daphne du Maurier's Frenchman's Creek Swim among hidden harbours and ancient quays of Cotehele Follow in the footsteps of pirates and smugglers at Prussia CoveTable of ContentsContents & Areas Bossiney & St Nectan's Glen Cadgwith Cove Circular Carn Marth Circular Chapelporth Circular Charlestown Circular Cotehele Circular Fowey Circular Frenchman's Creek Cardinham Moor Lakes Goldiggins Circular Gorran Haven Circular Holywell Bay Circular Lanhydrock Circular Looe Swoosh Mabe Quarry Circular Mullion Figure of Eight Northcott Mouth & Bude Circular Pentire & Lundy Circular Porthgwarra Nanjizal Circular Portreath Circular Porthwrinkle & Sheviock Cicular Prussia Cove St Anthony's Head St Ives Steam & Swim St Just Circular Trescore Islands Circular Truro & Fal Estuary Little Petherick Creek

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Book SynopsisIn the very beginning, the automotive industry was dominated by open-top vehicles whose body shapes were very much based on the horse-drawn carriage, there were open and closed carriages and then there was the Coupe. These were developed from the type of carriage known as the Berlin coach, which was designed as a classic vehicle for individual luxury travel and prestige. This type of carriage offered an intimate atmosphere focused exclusively on the passengers; it did not even have space for luggage, it simply exuded style, elegance and luxury in every way. This first volume of the Mercedes-Benz Coupe book addresses the journey from what was a functional sports car design to what has become the incomparable Mercedes-Benz 'Sports Coupe'; its timeless body design has remained, even today both a dream car and a dream Coupe to anyone whom aspires to follow in the footsteps of the early individualists who chose style and elegance over practicality. With over 300 photographs and illustrations, this book includes: an overview of the early days of 'Sports-Car' design; the influences of aerodynamics on design evolution; early protagonists at Daimler-Benz and how they influenced design of the Coupe shape; how the Racing Coupe influenced what became the production Sport Coupe; the experimental and one-off prototypes, and finally the continuation of the Super Sport Light concept through the 'S-Class' range.Trade ReviewWith more than 130 years of heritage to draw on, it's always great to sit down with a book of Mercedes-Benz history. One thing is certain; with such a rich subject that spans so many decades, every new book will surely have fresh insights to teach you. That's certainly the case with author Nik Greene's new book about Mercedes-Benz Sport-Light Coupes. The real reason to invest in a copy of this book is Greene's attention to concept cars, prototypes, and engineering exercises. * Star magazine of Mercedes-Benz Club of America *Its 'The complete story' subhead is bang on the money, with a serious level of detail. There’s a lot of what you expect and delightfully much you don’t or had forgotten. * Classic & Sports Car *

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Book SynopsisAn introduction to the raucous yet educational ‘gap year’ tours of Europe taken by wealthy British aristocrats in the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. For many young eighteenth-century aristocrats, the Grand Tour was an essential rite of passage. Spending many months travelling established routes through France and Italy, they would visit the great cultural sites of western Europe – from Paris, through to Venice, Florence and Rome – ostensibly absorbing art, architecture and culture. Yet all too often, it was a gateway to gambling and debauchery. In this beautifully illustrated guide, Mike Rendell shows how the tour reached its zenith, examining the young tourists’ activities and how they acquired ‘polish’ and an appreciation for fashion, opera and classical antiquity. He also explores their passion for souvenirs and art collecting, and how these items made their way back to grand country houses, which were themselves often modelled to the rules of classical European architecture.Table of ContentsIntroduction Along the Way From the Great Collectors … … To the Souvenir Hunters Artists and Patronage The English Country House Women on Tour Drawbacks and Downsides Further Reading Places to Visit Index

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Book Synopsis''What Jimmy Cornell doesn''t know about cruising isn''t worth knowing'' - Yachting WorldOne of the most influential cruising yachtsmen writing today, Jimmy Cornell has sailed over 200,000 miles on all the oceans of the world, including three circumnavigations and voyages to the Arctic and Antarctic. His successful guide to sailing around the world, World Cruising Routes, has helped many aspirational voyagers turn their dreams into reality and follow in his footsteps. Here in its extensively revised third edition is its partner, covering all the land-based essentials for cruisers, including new updates throughout on the long-lasting impact of climate change, Brexit and Covid.This substantial handbook profiles every cruising destination in the world, with information on cruising attractions, history, culture, climate (including average monthly temperatures and rainfall, plus tropical storm seasons), local laws, regulations and formalities, facilities, plus public holidays and eveTrade ReviewAn indispensable addition to the cruising sailor's library. Jimmy Cornell has unrivalled experience of cruising all over the world. * Elaine Bunting, Yachting World *This book is a tour de force covering all of the potential cruising grounds... for anyone contemplating an ocean cruise, chartering a boat or just dreaming, this is the book for you! * Cruising Association *Why hasn't someone thought to write this brilliant book before? For long-range planning, it's a Godsend, comprehensively telling you everything you need to know to plan your voyaging. * Bernadette Bernon, Editor-At-Large, Cruising World *Accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date information. Essential for cruisers worldwide, whether planning a circumnavigation or a two-week cruise. * Noonsite.com *‘Only Jimmy Cornell could displace the one cruising guide every cruising vessel has aboard. Without doubt the new World Cruising Destinations will find a place beside the venerable World Cruising Routes as the must have guide to world cruising. Nothing can replace experience as a teacher, and Jimmy Cornell's vast cruising experiences have made him the world's leading authority on world cruising!' * Bob Bitchin, Latitudes & Attitudes Magazine *Chock full of what every cruiser needs to know, it will serve as the right hand guide for the serious cruiser and an inspiration to those who dream of sailing away. * Barbara Theisen, Seven Seas Cruising Association *World Cruising Destinations should find a home in every seagoing library and will be a welcomed diversion for the shore-bound sailor who's longing for distant horizons. * Mark Pillsbury, Editor, Cruising World *We just love this book, and we've already spent hours delving into it. For cruising sailors, this is perhaps the most awaited publications of the year. * www.sailers.co.uk *A must have onboard reference work for long distance sailors. * All At Sea - June 2010 *undoubtedly inspire * Yachting Life - June 2010 *an astonishingly impressive piece of work * Sportsboat and RIB Magazine (September 2010) *A reference book of immaculate integrity covering every maritime nation of the world, but also so enticingly and inspirationally presented that it would make a wonderful present. With hundreds of superb photos to bring the information to life, it is a publication any sailor would love to have either on board or at home. * www.SailWorld.com (28th August 2010) *Providing essential planning data and practical information, as well as detailing the main attractions across 184 countries, World Cruising Destinations is designed to whet the reader's appetite for world cruising and help them make the most of their time in port. * Yacht Report (October 2010) *a must-have for all charter yacht captains * Yachting World (November 2010) *an essential tool * Nautical Magazine (November 2010) *Mouth-watering cruising destinations to while away a winter's evening with * Yachts and Yachting (December 2010) *...must-have reference book... * World Cruising Club Magazine (Autumn/Winter 2010) *the most complete and practical handbook out there, and it's the one you'll be reaching for again and again. * Seven Seas Cruising Associations *Whether you're dreaming or doing it for real, this book is a blue water cruiser's dream * Sailing Today (September 2010) *This 423-page tome sets itself a big task, but legendary cruising yachtsman and writer Cornell, who can boast 200,000 miles and three circumnavigations, is more than up to the job. * Yachting Monthly *The text is as well presented as it is thorough, and the maps and beautiful colour pics make the whole publication an incredible reference book, an indispensable companion for the cruiser * Sailing *Table of ContentsForeword Introduction Health precautions worldwide 1: Mediterreanean and Black Sea 2: Northern Europe 3: Western Europe and North Atlantic Islands 4: West Africa and South Atlantic Islands 5: The Caribbean 6: North and Central America 7: South America 8: North Pacific Islands 9: South Pacific 10: Southeast and East Asia 11: North Indian Ocean and Red Sea 12: South Indian Ocean

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Book SynopsisA new softcover edition of a classic work at a very pleasing price. Superb photographs from the author's exhaustive collection. Simply the best reference book available on the most popular subject in naval history -destined for bestseller status.

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Book SynopsisThe story of the wonderfully stylish Karmann Ghia, built on the ultra-dependable VW Beetle chassis and running gear. The cars were available from Volkswagen dealers between 1955 and 1974, and these timeless models are now quite rightly considered classics. This is THE essential guide to these curvy and collectible Karmann Ghia Volkswagens.

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Book SynopsisThe Guide to the World's Most Iconic Road Known as America's Main Street, or the Mother Road, Historic Route 66 is more than just a road, it is the artery that connects America's heart with its head, a road-worthy metaphor of the nation's post-war rebirth of innovation and industrialism along the way, as well as a representation of freedom (and loss) for many of the nation's peoples.Route 66 is the place to get your kicks, don't forget too. A stretch of road with so many stunning stories and secrets to share and roadside attractions, and billboards, to see, all of which were built along its path to glory through its hundred-year tenure, a past that is now celebrated as a pilgrimage for millions of drivers and dreamers, truckers and tourists, yearning to reconnect with the country's golden age.So, come and get your kicks with The Little Book of Route 66. Full of facts, stats, quotes and quips – the perfect driving companion for those long family road-trips. If the road is a metaphor for life, then Route 66 is the road. Buckle up, because this is going to be a road-trip of a lifetime... and a journey to remember.SAMPLE TEXT: For the first twelve years of its existence, only 800 of its 2,400 miles were paved. The rest were dust and dirt tracks making for very bumpy riding. The highway was not finished being laid with tarmac until 1938.Table of ContentsHit the Road, Jack: Are you ready for the road trip of a lifetime? If so, buckle up and turn the classic road tunes loud enough to get your motor running. New Frontier: Route 66 is jam-packed with a wealth of wonderful landmarks and wild landscapes to keep the eyes peeled to the road. The People's Highway: Route 66's footprint on popular culture is immeasurable. From music to art, movies to cars, transport to all-you-can-eat, it keeps on giving long after you've turned your lights off. Get Your Kicks: Route 66 is an American beauty. But in order to see the wonders of the road, look up! You won't want to miss the oversized roadside attractions of all shapes and XL sizes. One for the Road: There's nothing like Route 66 anywhere else on earth. The road traverses time and history. The story of modern America was written here. End of the Trail: All great endings start even better new beginnings, and Route 66 is no different. At the end of the trail, here in California, the best way to continue your Route 66 journey is to turn round and head back the way you came and do it all over again. Let's go!

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Book SynopsisAn in-depth look at the development history of Mazda's rotary power plant, and the model timelines of the vehicles these engines powered. You will discover how one small Japanese automaker remained independent and became famous by using a unique and pioneering engine. This book examines the commercial ups and downs in North America, using rotaries to become a high performance icon and V8 alternative, and charting the racetrack achievements of Mazda rotary racers around the world, including in home-country Japan. The story also reveals the pollution control and fuel economy challenges facing Mazda as they strove to keep rotary engines in production to satisfy high performance fans globally.Trade Reviewa definitive look at this entertaining and highly individualistic cars, which has never been told in this much detail before. - Jim Donnelly On WheelsTable of Contents1 Mazda's Sporty Cosmo 110S 2 Rico, the family rotary 3 RX-2 Mazda's Midsize Rotary 4 RX-3 Mazda's grand family rotary! 5 RX-4 The Big Sports Rotary! 6 The RX-5, REPU of Roadpacer Rotary Trio! 7 The original RX-7 8 FC RX-7 Hirsohima chases Zuffehnausen! 9 FD RX-7 The Great Entertainer 10 RX-8 The Family Rotary 11 Appendices

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