Travel & Transport Books
Prestel Great Pubs of London Pocket Edition
Book SynopsisA pocket-sized edition of the best-selling Great Pubs of London, this book celebrates London''s most significant and historic pubs.For centuries, the pub has been an essential part of London''s cultural and social fabric. This book takes readers through the doors of 25 historically and architecturally significant London pubs. Through photographs specially commissioned for this project, readers can explore these institutions--from snob screens to 400-hundred-year-old flagstone floors. Engaging texts highlight what makes each pub so special, their place in London''s history, the personalities who have frequented them, the events that occurred inside, and the ways pubs have contributed phrases such as on the wagon and one for the road to the modern lexicon. This book reveals why the Lamb and Flag in Covent Garden earned the nickname the Bucket of Blood, and features a pub that Charles Dickens described as a great rambling queer old place. Furthermore, the book muses over th
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Kuperard Israel - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to
Book SynopsisProviding information not found in standard guides about daily interactions, cultural dos and don'ts, etiquette, and the ways business is conducted Culture Smart! Israel marks the nation's 70th year of independence in a concise cultural guide that enables readers to get to the heart of this diverse, dynamic and paradoxical country and enable you to make the most of your visit. Independent since 1948, this edition provides important insights into the complexities of Israeli society so that you will know what to expect and how to behave in different circumstances, avoid misunderstandings and form good relations both socially and in business. While Israel is a modern and largely secular country, it is one steeped in biblical history and in which religion still plays an active role in public life. In seventy years it has grown from a sparsely populated strip of land into a vigorous democracy and regional superpower. Often called the Startup Nation, Israel is a world leader in a number of Hi-tech industries. Its democratic institutions, despite a political and social polarization in recent years, are among the most enlightened in the world. This pocket guide will help readers understand the country and its people beyond the headlines, ensuring for greater understanding and a far more valuable travelling experience, whatever the reason for visiting.Trade ReviewCulture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers...' Sunday Times Travel, ' the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries.' Global Travel, ' full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas.' Observer, ' as useful as they are entertaining.' Easy Jet Magazine, ' offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world.' New York TimesTable of ContentsBrief History Politics - Economic Life Traditions - Friendships & Family Relationships Bureaucracy Religion Humour - Local Holidays Taboos Invitations Gifts Dress - Business etiquette - Punctuality & Appointments - Team working Communication Negotiating - Women in Society Tips - Eating Out - Traditional Food - Dos and Don t - Making Friends
£8.99
Verso Books A Walk Through Paris: A Radical Exploration
Book SynopsisEric Hazan, author of the acclaimed The Invention of Paris, leads us by the hand in this walk from Ivry to Saint-Denis, passing such familiar landmarks as the Luxembourg Gardens, the Pompidou Centre, the Gare du Nord and Montmartre, as well as little-known alleyways and arcades. Filled with historical anecdotes, geographical observations and literary references, Hazan's walk guides us through an unknown Paris. He shows us how, through planning and modernisation, the city's revolutionary past has been erased in order to enforce a reactionary future; but by walking and observation, he shows us how we can regain our knowledge of the radical past of the city of Robespierre, the Commune, Sartre and the May '68 uprising. And by drawing on his own life story, as surgeon, publisher and social critic, Hazan vividly illustrates a radical life lived in the city of revolution.Trade ReviewAn ardent student of the anatomy of the city, Hazan is a keen observer with a remarkable memory: despite his limitations, he has written an unmissable account of Paris's unique and defiant physiognomy. -- Lauren Elkin * Guardian *Fifty years after the demonstrations and strikes of May 1968, it seems right to include a book that traces the history of radicalism, protest and attempted erasures in the City of Light. Hazan takes us on a very French journey through the French capital's intellectual as well as urban and architectural history, illuminating forgotten markers of radical struggle alongside the architectures of empire, representation and modernity. -- Edwin Heathcote * Financial Times *The writer and publisher Eric Hazan, who was born on the Left Bank in 1936, vividly evokes the atmosphere of the time in his new book, A Walk Through Paris. -- Jonathan Derbyshire * Financial Times *This is not a guidebook... [Hasan] sees the beauty, of course, and sniffs at some recent attempts at "architecture," but he's most dedicated to uncovering the spots where revolutionary blood has been scrubbed from the cornerstones of pre- and post-Haussmannian buildings - the spirit of revolt the city's planners still try to keep at bay. * New York Times *The book is a thought-provoking read full of information that only a lifelong Parisian can know. * France Magazine *Riots were a fact of 20th-century life, too, and the anniversary of the civil unrest of Paris in May 1968 is marked by Eric Hazan, who revisits the key sites in A Walk Through Paris. -- Tom Gatti * New Statesman *The book is rich, dense and allusive and Hazan is remarkably good company, endlessly digressive and serious about his politics, but always good humoured and, most importantly, still in love with the city. -- Andrew Hussey * New Statesman *Hazan has written one great book about Paris. This is merely excellent. He has a languorous style that disguises a serious purpose. Thus he can point out where Baudelaire was born, where Picasso painted Guernica and where Nerval committed suicide almost in the style of a practised conductor on an open-top bus while pursuing more original thoughts. -- Hugh Macdonald * Sunday Herald *In tracing a continuity of resistance and its presence within the contradictions of the contemporary city, Hazan makes a compelling argument that 'the people have not lost the battle of Paris'. This book similarly brings the solitary act of reading and the social experience of urban life into constant dialogue. Passages from Balzac, Baudelaire and André Breton come to mind at different street corners, verbal illuminations reflecting the ambience of a particular locale. In these enlightened pages, Hazan deftly guides the reader through a Paris where history and literature animate the lived experience of the present. -- Eugene Brennan * Washington Post *Hazan is much concernced with riot, insurrection, protest, and revolution. He is, naturally, on the side of the proletariat. A Walk Through Paris is sometimes a work of urbanism, sometimes a subversive history book, sometimes a kind of tourist guide. -- Geoff Nicholson * LA Review of Books *Eric Hazan's elegant, characteristically learned account of his journey through contemporary Paris, written in a tone both intimate and authoritative, is at once a companionably unhurried evocation of the city's rich, radical past and-at a time when capital is dramatically reorganising its topography-a bracingly urgent intervention in debates about the city's future. As André Breton might have observed, there really are no lost steps here. -- Matthew Beaumont, author of Nightwalking
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Oxford Art Book: The city through the eyes of
Book SynopsisA colourful showcase of one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Inspired by Oxford’s unique architecture and historic university, over 50 artists have produced a unique collection of contemporary images illustrating all aspects of the city and surrounding area. Oxford is both a thriving city and a byword for one of the world’s best universities. Its ancient buildings are the wonder of the world, still used and inhabited by an energetic and passionate student community. From tightly-packed Cornmarket street catering for the shoppers of the busy city to Oxford’s lush riverside walks that provide an asylum from the bustle of everyday life, to traditional St Giles’s Fair and May Day that attract visitors from across Oxfordshire and beyond, this book represents them all, including: - Quirky hidden gems such as The Eagle and Child (the pub frequented by J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis) and the many cafes of the Covered Market - Innovative representations of classic tourist sites: the Bodleian Library, the Radcliffe Camera, the Sheldonian Theatre, Christ Church College, Magdalen College and many more... - The Mini Car Plant and Cowley Road transformed into artworks There is so much to wonder at in this lovely book. Its enthusiasm reveals a passion for both contemporary art and the lovely city of Oxford. It will renew memories and inspire visits and revisits to all its haunts.Trade ReviewOxford is a victim of its beauty: the pavements crammed with bemused tourists, filthy buses jamming the streets. But the artists behind these images have not been deterred: this is a treasury of new ways of seeing. -- Jeremy PaxmanWhat a nice idea, Oxford's so lovely, it makes me feel very nostalgic. -- Rick SteinOxford may well be the most consciously beautiful city in Europe, and I get a daily kick out of wandering round its streets. It’s a brilliant idea to let today’s artists show us the grand sights - and the intimate ones as well. -- John SimpsonThere’s a feast within these pages, celebrating the great city of Oxford and the artists it inspires; open your eyes and rejoice. -- Miriam MargolyesA dreamy, inspiring ode to the dreamy spires. -- Helen FieldingTable of ContentsForeword Introduction The Radcliffe Camera The Bodleian Library The Covered Market Christ Church and Tom Tower A stroll around Oxford’s Streets The Sheldonian Theatre Bridge of Sighs Museums of Oxford Around Oxford and its colleges The Botanic Garden The River and Parks Cowley Road The Headington Shark and outskirts Otmoor RSPB reserve Artists’ credits
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Helvetiq Run the Alps Switzerland: 30 Must-Do Trail Runs
Book SynopsisRated #1 Best Trail Running Book of All Time by BookAuthority"Switzerland has everything to become a trail running country. This excellent book will guide trailers from around the world on beautiful Alpine run as a preparation for the great trail races of the country." -Tiphaine Artur, Trail Verbier St-BernardThe mountains are calling and we must run! All around the world, runners are ditching the pavement and heading out on trails for mountain air and big views. Run the Alps Switzerland features 30 must-do trail runs that will appeal to novices and experts alike. From Zinal to Dent de Morcles, from Grindelwald to Kandersteg, from the wilds of the Engadine to the secret valleys of Ticino, the authors researched hundreds of routes, in search of the very best trail running in the Swiss Alps. The photos, taken during these summer days in the Swiss Alps and into the fall, will amaze you. This guide provides practical advice and precise indications, such as the level of difficulty. Read the tips, download the tracks, tie your shoes and go, go, go! 30 must-do trail runs that will appeal to novices and experts alike 220 awe-inspiring photos The perfect guidebook for trail running and hiking in the Alps
£24.69
Cicerone Press The Andalucian Coast to Coast Walk: From the
Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking the Andalucian Coast to Coast Walk, a 416km route traversing the region from the Mediterranean Coast to the Atlantic, from Maro near Nerja to Bolonia. This long-distance trail through southern Spain is suitable for any reasonably fit walker and can be walked in 3 weeks. The route is presented from east to west in 21 stages of between 12 and 26km (7–16 miles). It visits 6 Natural Parks and some of the region’s most beautiful villages, including Frigiliana and Ronda. GPX files available to download 1:100,000 maps included for each stage Accommodation details Advice on planning and preparation Information about Andalucia, its towns and villages, and local points of interest Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Author's preface Introduction The Andalucían Coast to Coast Walk: an overview Plants and wildlife Andalucía: the historical context Getting there When to go Accommodation Eating out in southern Spain Language Money Communications What to take Maps Staying safe Using this guide The route Day 1 Maro to Frigiliana Day 2 Frigiliana to Cómpeta Day 3 Cómpeta to Sedella Day 4 Sedella to Alcaucín Day 5 Alcaucín to Ventas de Zafarraya Day 6 Ventas de Zafarraya to Riogordo Day 7 Riogordo to Villanueva de Cauche Day 8 Villanueva de Cauche to Villanueva de la Concepción Day 9 Villanueva de la Concepción to Valle de Abdalajís Day 10 Valle de Abdalajís to Carratraca via El Chorro Day 11 Carratraca to El Burgo Day 12 El Burgo to Ronda Day 13 Ronda to Montejaque Day 14 Montejaque to Cortes de la Frontera Day 15 Cortes de la Frontera to El Colmenar Day 16 El Colmenar to Jimena de la Frontera Day 17 Jimena de la Frontera to Castillo de Castellar Day 18 Castillo de Castellar to Los Barrios Day 19 Los Barrios to El Pelayo Day 20 El Pelayo to Tarifa Day 21 Tarifa to Bolonia Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Glossary Appendix C Further reading
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd Flying Wings of the Horten Brothers Schiffer
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd Mercedes Benz 300 19511962 Schiffer Automotive
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd German Trucks Cars in WWII VolV Krupp at War v 5
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd German Motorcycles in World War II
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Haynes Publishing Group Mercury Vintage 3.9135 HP Outboard Service and
Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:3.9 HP, 4 HP, 6 HP, 7.5 HP, 9.8 HP, 20 HP, 35 HP, 40 HP, 50 HP, 65 HP, 80 HP, 85 HP, 90 HP, 95 HP, 100 HP, 110 HP, 115 HP, 125 HP, 135 HP
£33.00
Haynes Publishing Group Honda CB750 Dohc Fours 7982
Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:Honda CB750K-LTD, 1979-1979; Honda CB750K, 1979-1982; Honda CB750F, 1979-1982; Honda CB750C, 1980-1982;
£33.75
Herridge & Sons Ltd Factory-Original: Ford Capri MK2 & MK3
Book SynopsisInspired by the success of the Ford Mustang "pony car" in the USA, Ford UK launched the Capri - "The Car You Always Promised Yourself" in 1969 and it was an instant hit, with its long bonnet, sleek 2+2 coupe body, and low stance. For 1974 Ford launched the Capri II, with a new smooth body style, engines ranging from 1300 to 3000cc, and a plush Ghia version of the 3-litre model. In 1978 came the Capri Mk3 with yet more refinement and a four-headlamp nose. These classic Fords now have an almost fanatical following, supported by some very active owner's clubs. Good examples are eagerly sought, and with prices rising restoration has become a very viable proposition. An astonishing number of variants of the Capri Mk2 and Mk3 were offered, so they really need to be identified. This book, companion to our 2017 title Factory-Original Ford Capri Mk I, does the job, taking the reader right through the production period and pinning down the correct factory specifications, equipment and finishes across the range. This information is backed up by nearly 300 specially commissioned colour photographs of outstanding examples of the cars.
£31.88
Penguin Books Ltd Wine Folly Magnum Edition
Book SynopsisWant to pick the perfect wine for dinner? Red, white or Rose? Dry or Fruity? Spanish or Portuguese? Become the expert with Wine Folly''s Magnum Edition: The Master Guide.''This will effortlessly teach you all you need to know to bluff your way through a wine list, taste like a pro, or pick the perfect accompaniment to a meal'' Good Housekeeping_________For anyone who''s ever wanted to learn more about wine, here is the place.Wine Folly introduced a whole new audience to the world of wine, making it easy for complete beginners to understand the fundamentals thanks to their straightforward advice, simple explanatory graphics and practical wine-tasting tips.Now they are back with plenty more eye-catching visuals and easy-to-grasp advice that the brand has become known for. Wine Folly Deluxe comes complete with a fresh look, twice as much information on regions, and a profusion of new and alternative wine styles.With everything you need in clear and eye-catching visuals, this will take your appreciation and understanding of wine to the next level.Trade ReviewA definitive guide, filled with eye-catching infographics and tasting tips to help novice and experienced wine lovers navigate the wine world * Vegetarian Living *For anyone who's ever wished they knew more about wine, this jargon-free visual guide will effortlessly teach you all you need to know to bluff your way through a wine list, taste like a pro, or pick the perfect accompaniment to a meal * Good Housekeeping *Written in the same accessible style as their direct and informative website, this guide is the perfect manual for any wine lover. A top wine companion to keep by your side. * Italia! *
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Guide Editors Where to Ski in France
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Reise Know-How Verlag Peter Rump GmbH Turkey (1:1,100,000): 2019
Book SynopsisHighly tear-resistant and 100% waterproof map "Turkey" from the series world mapping project, published by Reise Know-How Verlag. Travel know-how maps are characterized by particularly stable plastic paper, which is writable like paper, even with pencil. The cardboard envelope is removable, so the card can be easily inserted into any pocket. A protective cover is not required. The cartographic representation focuses on the most important information for travelers and is particularly easy to read. Instead of shading, colored height layers are used. Equipment: - Contour lines with altitude indications; - Coloured elevation layers; - Classified road network with distance indications; -Sights; - Detailed location index; - GPS-accurate; - latitude and longitude; - Five-language legend (german, English, French, Spanish, Russian); - Clinker Cyprus. Handy format: 70x100 cm, printed on 2 sides. Languages spoken: English, German
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Penguin Random House India Discover India Off to Uttarakhand
Book SynopsisDiscover India series follows Pushka, Mishki, and Daadu Dolma exploring states like Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Odisha, Bihar, Uttarakhand, and Sikkim. Each book delves into the cultural and historical aspects of the states with puzzles and activities for young readers.
£5.96
WW Norton & Co EIMI
Book SynopsisA reissue of E. E. Cummings's long-unavailable, yet pointed and moving story of a journey through Soviet Russia.
£12.34
Haynes Publishing Group Clymer Yamaha YzWr250F 20012003
Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:YZ250F 01-03; WR250F 01-03
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Haynes Manuals Inc Tecumseh LHead Engines
Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:Tecumseh single cylinder, L-head (valves in cylinder block), aluminum engines with 2.5 to 10 hp manufactured through 1994.
£22.50
Haynes Publishing Group Yamaha YZ125250 19881993 WR250Z 19911993
Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:YZ125 88-93; YZ25 0 88-93; YZ250WR 89-90; WR250Z 91-93
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Haynes Publishing Group Powerboat General Maintenance Service Repair
Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:Powerboat Maintenance, Service, Shop Manual
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Haynes Publishing Group Honda 125200cc Twins 6578
Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:CL125A 67-69; CA/CB/CL160 (All Years) ; CA/CD175 68-70; CB/CL175 69-73; CD175 67-78; SL175 70-71; CB200 74-76; CB200 73-78; CL200 1974
£33.00
Haynes Publishing Group Honda Shadow 1100cc 8596
Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:VT1100C 85-90, 92-96
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Eland Publishing Ltd A Reed Shaken by the Wind Travels Among the Marsh
Book SynopsisThe Marsh Arabs of southern Iraq were one of the most isolated communities in the world. Few outsiders, let alone Europeans, had been permitted to travel through their homeland, a mass of tiny islands lost in a wilderness of reeds and swamps in southern Iraq. One of the few trusted outsiders was the legendary explorer, Wilfred Thesiger, who was Gavin Maxwell's guide to the intricate landscape, tribal customs and distinctive architecture of the Marsh Arabs. Thesiger's skill with a medicine chest and rifle assured them a welcome in every hamlet, and Maxwell's training as a naturalist and writer has left an invaluable record of a unique community and a vanished way of life.
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Editions Flammarion Paris: Ronis: Paris Pocket
Book SynopsisHumanist photographer Willy Ronis’s most iconic images of Paris are beautifully produced in this affordable volume. Unparalleled in his ability to portray the Parisian joie de vivre, Willy Ronis captured sheer delight on the faces he photographed, from the Parisian gamin running with an oversized baguette to the cheerful Parisiennes behind the bakery counter, and from dancers in full swing at a summer festival to a gaggle of children in a bumper-car tangle. His images are iconic and varied, ranging from lovers embracing in front of the Eiffel Tower to monuments softened by gauzy fog to a determined factory worker protesting for her rights.The Parisian-born Ronis bought his first Rolleiflex camera in 1937 at the age of 27. He strolled the streets of his beloved city, training his camera on the working-class neighborhoods of Belleville and Ménilmontant, capturing the essence of everyday life in Paris. He memorialized the urban landscape—a lamp-lit bridge or the leafy horse chestnut trees bordering the Seine—and typical Parisians—in the metro, sunbathing on the Île de la Cité, or ice-skating in the park.This pocket volume of high-quality reproductions is a joyful tribute to Paris and the esteemed photographer’s finest work.
£7.55
American Traveler Hiking Arizona Your Guide To 50 Arizona Trails
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AKEMAN PRESS Literary Walks in Bath Eleven Excursions in the
Book SynopsisEleven walks which look at Bath through the eyes of eminent authors as diverse as Smollett, Jane Austen, Dickens, Fanny Burney, Sheridan, Georgette Heyer, Mary Shelley and John Betjeman. They create a vivid social history of the city over the last 300 years. Fully illustrated, with detailed accounts of the writers and their works.Table of ContentsForeword by Peter Lovesey Introduction 1 The Lost Inns of Bath: A Literary Odyssey 2 'Like Mirrors Made, for Men to See': The Bath Stage in the Eighteenth Century 3 'A Sink of Profligacy and Extortion': Tobias Smollett in Bath 4 The Rudest Man in England: An Introduction to Philip Thicknesse 5 Pleasure, Pain and Grief: Fanny Burney in Bath 6 Rebels and Romantics: Catherine Macaulay, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Mary Shelley & Percy Bysshe Shelley in Bath 7 'The Rhythm of Tom Paine's Bones' Radicalism and Repression in Pitt's 'Reign of Terror' 8 'Vapour, Shadow, Smoke and Confusion': Jane Austen's Bath 9 Pickwick, Pubs and Penny Readings: In the Footsteps of Charles Dickens 10 Beaux, Belles and Black Sheep: Bath Through the Eyes of Georgette Heyer 11 'Goodbye to Old Bath': Around Bath with John Betjeman Summary of distances and accessibility Acknowledgements & Picture Credits Further Reading, Bookshops, Museums & Galleries
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Push Projects Ltd Made in England The Artisans Behind the Handbuilt
Book SynopsisA book by frame builders, about frame builders, takes a unique look at the world of bespoke frame building by showcasing the artisans in England who craft these bicycle frames. The authors, travelled around the country, to interview the people who are leading this industry. Each artisan shares their methods, their passion, their skills and quirks.
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Chop McKean Mapping Wainwright Maps of the Lakeland Fells Eastern
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Chop McKean Mapping The Western Fells Map 7 Wainwright maps of the
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Chop McKean Mapping Wainwright Maps of the Lakeland Fells The Central
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Pilgrim Book Services Ltd A Pilgrims Guide to Northern Spain
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Lomond Books Whymper E Matterhorn
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Octopus Publishing Group From Source to Sea: Notes from a 215-Mile Walk
Book SynopsisOver the years, authors, artists and amblers aplenty have felt the pull of the Thames, and now travel writer Tom Chesshyre is following in their footsteps.He's walking the length of the river from the Cotswolds to the North Sea - a winding journey of over two hundred miles. Join him for an illuminating stroll past meadows, churches and palaces, country estates and council estates, factories and dockyards. Setting forth in the summer of Brexit, and meeting a host of interesting characters along the way, Chesshyre explores the living present and remarkable past of England's longest and most iconic river.Trade ReviewAn enjoyable refuge from everyday life * Clive Aslet, The Times *I found myself quickly falling into step beside Tom Chesshyre, charmed by his amiable meanderings, pointed observations and meetings with strangers along the way... but most of all Chesshyre champions the joys of a good walk through fascinating surroundings - with beer and blisters at the end of the day * BBC Countryfile Magazine - Fergus Collins *Readers should perhaps prepare themselves for a whole new wave of Whither England? type books in the months and years ahead, and Chesshyre's is a not unwelcome early attempt to answer that seemingly urgent question. * Ian Sansom, Times Literary Supplement *'Beautifully written and exquisite in observation, Tom Chesshyre's latest book, From Source to Sea is a fitting tribute to the mighty Thames that flows like a golden thread through the history of Britain. * Harry Bucknall, author of Like a Tramp, Like a Pilgrim *Chesshyre cuts an engaging figure... He has a true journalist's instinct for conversational encounters - Kurdistani picnickers in the river meadows upstream of London, pub thugs in the badlands of the lower Thames, other Thames Path pilgrims he rubs up against along the way. He also demonstrates a nose for a juicy tale, from a pre-Raphaelite ménage-àtrois at Kelmscott Manor to the discreet nookie column in the Marlow Free Press. Chesshyre's journey is rich in history and thick with characters, fables and happenstance - a highly readable and entertaining saunter along England's iconic river. * Christopher Somerville, author of Britain’s Best Walks *Chesshyre's book stands out from other accounts of walking the Thames Path in its contemporary (post-Brexit, pre-Trump) immediacy. A portrait of England and the English in our time, it is peppered with fascinating historical and literary markers. It's also a usefully opinionated guide to watering-holes and B&Bs from the sleepy Cotswold villages to the dystopian edgelands of the estuary. * Christina Hardyment, author of Writing the Thame *Journalist Tom Chesshyre has produced a readable, richly entertaining and highly informative book in From Source to Sea * Chris Gray, The Oxford Times *The result is this enjoyable travelogue, guiding the reader through the delightful towns and cities strung like pearls along the river, the 'liquid history' of the Thames from the Romans to the Profumo Affair and the beloved works of art and literature inspired by life on its banks, most famously Alice in Wonderland, Three Men in a Boat and The Wind in the Willows... a welcome addition to the Thames cannon. * Richard Tarrant, The Lady *Beautifully written and exquisite in observation, Tom Chesshyre's latest book, From Source to Sea is a fitting tribute to the mighty Thames that flows like a golden thread through the history of Britain. * Harry Bucknall, author of Like a Tramp, Like a Pilgrim *
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Butler Publishing LARN YERSEL GEORDIE
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Goose Lane Editions The Best of The Great Trail, Volume 1:
Book SynopsisSee the beauty that Canada has to offer. Walking and hiking is a big Canadian pastime for people wanting exercise and fresh air.Here, at last, is the essential companion to the eastern part of Canada's national trail. Profiling 30 separate sections, crossing 6 provinces, and traversing more than 900 km of trail, this guide for the adventurous offers a connoisseur's sampling of the finest components of eastern Canada's Trans Canada Trail.Beginning at Cape Spear and ending on the shores of Lake Huron, Michael Haynes follows the Great Trail through the remote interior of Newfoundland, the coastlines of the Maritimes, the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, and the lakes and farmlands of Southern Ontario, as well as into cities such as Quebec, Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto. With beautiful colour photographs and comprehensive trail notes for each featured section, as well as GPS coordinates, maps, and informative descriptions of points of interest along with way, The Best of The Great Trail, Volume 1 explores the landscapes of eastern Canada in their variegated glory.
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David & Charles The 4-Cylinder Engine Short Block
Book SynopsisA complete practical guide on how to blueprint (optimise all aspects of specification) any 4-cylinder, four-stroke engine's short block to obtain maximum performance and reliability without wasting money on over-specced parts. Includes choosing components, crankshaft & conrod bearings, cylinder block, connecting rods, pistons, piston to valve clearances, camshaft, engine balancing, timing gear, lubrication system, professional check-build procedures and much more.Table of ContentsIntroduction Rpm limitations Pistons Crankshaft Connecting rods Camshaft drives Balancing Oil pump Sump (oil pan) Using this book Essential information Chapter 1. Buying a standard used engine Checking engine condition Summary of checks Chapter 2. Buying a used high-performance engine What to check in unused/rebuilt engines Chapter 3. Choosing replacement parts Pistons Cast pistons Forged pistons Piston rings Top ring Second ring Three-piece oil control ring Summary Main & connecting rod bearings Camshaft bearings (in-block cams) Connecting rod bolts Studs & nuts Gaskets O-ringing blocks Chapter 4. Plain bearing basics Bearing tunnels Bearing shell location tabs Fitting main bearing shells Fitting big end bearings Chapter 5. Cylinder block - checking Checking main bearing tunnel sizes Check fitting main bearing shells Checking bearing crush Measuring main bearing inside diameters Chapter 6. Cylinder block - preparation Cleaning components Cast iron components Aluminium components Preparation before cleaning Cleaning after parts have been in the tank Crack & porosity testing Iron blocks Aluminium blocks Threaded holes Summary Drain tap Strapping welch (freeze) & camshaft plugs Block decking Reboring Cylinder block boring machines Final block detailing Install camshaft bearings (if applicable) Machined surface protection Chapter 7. Connecting rods - preparation Piston pin retention and little ends Circlip piston pin retention Interference fit piston pin retention Connecting rod big end tunnel resizing Big end bore honing Connecting rod bolts Checking connecting rod bolts for stretch Aftermarket connecting rods Bearing crush Optimum big end bearing clearance Big end bearing diameters Chapter 8. Crankshaft Checking the crankshaft Crankshaft preparation Crankshaft regrinding Check fitting the connecting rods to the crankshaft Flywheel dowelling Chapter 9. Engine balance Piston sets Connecting rods Crankshaft Flywheels Crankshaft dampers Chapter 10. Camshaft & lifters Used camshafts Reground camshafts Lifters Summary Chapter 11. Crankshaft - check fitting Camshaft installation (if in block) Crankshaft installation Thrust bearings `Check fitting' the crankshaft to the block Chapter 12. Timing chain Fitting timing chains Camshaft timing Accurate valve timing Chapter 13. Valve reliefs & fitting pistons to connecting rods Piston valve reliefs Accurate valve relief location Valve relief diameters Fitting pistons to connecting rods Interference fit piston pins Circlip retained piston pins Chapter 14. Pistons & connecting rods - installation Piston rings Measuring end gaps Altering ring gaps Side clearance Radial depth of the ring groove Fitting rings to pistons Oil control rings Compression rings Chapter 15. Camshaft & ignition timing marks Checking top dead centre Ignition timing marks Camshaft timing marks Degree marking the crankshaft pulley Checking camshaft timing (in-block cams) Chapter 16. Oiling system Stock sumps (oil pans) Windage tray & baffle Increasing oil capacity Aluminium sumps Engine installation angle Oil pumps Crankcase ventilation Oil & filter Chapter 17. Conclusion Starting and running-in a rebuilt engine Checking used oil & the filter Engine inspection with sump (oil pan) removed Valve sear recession Postscript Index
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Lonely Planet Global Limited Lonely Planet The Cruise Handbook
Book SynopsisExploring the frozen Alaskan wilderness; spotting elephants and lions on a Botswana river safari; sailing through the mighty fjords in Scandinavia and New Zealand; island-hopping the Caribbean, rich in colonial plazas and white sand beaches. Cruising has never been more diverse. This practical and inspiring guide gives you the lowdown on the wide world of cruises. Get essential advice and expert tips on everything from the types of cruises available, where to go and how to book a great deal, to packing and travelling with the family. This ultimate trip-planning tool also features the best destinations for beaches, adventure, culture, chartering and more. Designed for both first-time cruisers and those looking for inspiration, The Cruise Handbook will help you discover the enormous range of boat trips around the world, and find and book your perfect cruise. You'll also discover how to get the most out of each port of call. A fun and interesting read, it's packed with photos and top tips throughout. The handbook is split into four sections: Smooth Sailing, which includes: Why Cruise? Wide World of Cruising Where to Cruise When DIY It! Cruise Your Way Quiz Planning your Choice, which includes: Top Planning Tips Staying Healthy Top Packing Tips Cruise Etiquette Excursion Low-down Inspiration, which includes: Top Ten Affordable Cruise Destinations Top Ten Beach Cruise Destinations Top Ten Nature Cruise Destinations Best Cruises for Family Top Regions for LGBTQ, Food, and Culture Choose Your Cruise, which includes: Round the World Cruises Alaska Cruises Arctic Cruises Caribbean Cruises European River Cruises And much, much more About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.
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Alan Godfrey Maps Manchester Oxford Street and Gaythorn 1849
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Haynes Publishing Group Kawasaki Ninja ZX10R 04 10
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Haynes Publishing Group Triumph Spitfire Owners Workshop Manual
Book SynopsisMk I, II, III, IV and 1500. Petrol: 1.1 litre (1147cc), 1.3 litre (1296cc) and 1.5 litre (1493cc).
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Haynes Publishing Group Saab 900 Oct 93 98 Haynes Repair Manual
Book SynopsisHatchback and Coupe, inc. special/limited editions. Petrol: 2.0 litre (1985cc) and 2.3 litre (2290cc) 4-cyl, inc. Turbo. Exclusions:Does NOT cover features specific to Cabriolet or âSensonicâ clutchless transmission. Does NOT cover 2.5 litre V6.
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Haynes Publishing Group Volvo V70 and S80 1998 2007 Haynes Repair Manual
Book SynopsisV70 2000 till maj 2007; S80 1998 till feb 2006, Modeller med 5-cylindriga bensinmotorer och 2.4 liter dieselmotorer.1984, 2319, 2401, 2435 och 2521 cc bensinmotorer.2400 och 2401 cc dieselmotorer Exclusions:Behandlar ej 2.5 liter dieselmotorer, V6-motorer, V70R, 4-hjulsdrift eller Bi-fuel
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Haynes Publishing Group Yamaha XJ6 FZ6R 20092015 Haynes Repair Manual
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Haynes Publishing Group Volvo 940 Petrol 90 98 Haynes Repair Manual
Book SynopsisSaloon and Estate inc. special/limited editions. Petrol: 2.0 litre (1986cc) and 2.3 litre (2316cc) 8-valve. Exclusions:Does NOT cover 16-valve (B240/B234) engines.
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Haynes Publishing Group Peugeot 206 0206
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Haynes Publishing Group Ford Focus Diesel 05 11 54 to 61 Haynes Repair
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