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Book SynopsisWith comprehensive coverage of: Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, Gloucestershire, North Oxfordshire, Rutland and Lincolnshire. A new compendium of adventures, from the best-selling, award-winning Wild Guide series now released for Central England (Peak District, Cotswolds, Midlands, Welsh Marches and Lincolnshire Coast). Guiding you to 1050 incredible secret places and wild adventures - idyllic swims, ancient forests, lost ruins, secret valleys, amazing wildlife, easy scrambles and sacred places. Including slow food and drink, artisanal producers, wild camping and rustic places to stay for families. Mesmerising photography - a beautiful, inspiring book. For the adventurous family and those seeking easier adventures in Britain's hidden places. Packed with practical information including GPX co-ordinates and 23 maps. Travel Guidebook of the Year (Travmedia Awards 2015). Small Press of the Year (BBA Awards 2019)Table of ContentsMap of the regions 6 Introduction 9 Finding your way 14 BEST FORs Wild swimming & canoeing . 16 River walks & waterfalls . 18 Ancient & sacred . 20 Easy peaks & scrambles . 22 Woods, meadows & wildlife . 24 Ruins & follies . 26 Industrial heritage 28 Picnics 30 Slow food & drink . 32 Cosy pubs . . 34 Camp & sleep . . 36 CHAPTERS 1 High Peak 38 2 South West Peak 50 3 White Peak 60 4 Dark Peak 72 5 Nottinghamshire 86 6 Lincolnshire & The Wolds 100 7 North Shropshire 110 8 Central Staffordshire 120 9 South Derbyshire 132 10 South Lincolnshire & Rutland 142 11 Shropshire Hills 152 12 Southern Staffordshire 164 13 North Warwickshire 176 14 Leicestershire 186 15 North Herefordshire 200 16 South Herefordshire 212 17 The Malverns & Worcestershire 222 18 South Warwickshire 234 19 The Wye Valley 248 20 North Cotswolds 260 21 South West Cotswolds 272 Co-ordinate conversions 286 Acknowledgements . 288

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Book SynopsisFrom soaking up Budapest's poignant history and vibrant nightlife to soaking in thermal baths, savour one of Europe's most stunning cities with Moon Budapest & Beyond.*Explore In and Around the City: Get to know Budapest's most interesting neighbourhoods, like Castle Hill, South Buda, South Pest, and the historic Jewish quarter, and nearby areas, including Gödöllö, Lake Balaton, the Eger wine country, Pécs, and more*Go at Your Own Pace: Choose from multiple itinerary options designed for foodies, history buffs, art lovers, outdoor adventurers, and more*See the Sights: Soak in the thermal Széchenyi baths, meander through Magyar history at the Hungarian National Museum, or take in views of the city from 170 meters above the Danube. See Europe's largest synagogue and catch a performance at the palatial Opera House. Hike to the top of the Elizabeth Lookout, or go cave-diving in the Buda Hills*Get Outside the City: Explore the vineyards of the Valley of Beautiful Women, stroll through historic Hungarian folk villages, or go canyoning in the Pilis Hills*Savour the Flavors: Grab a mouthwatering lángos from a food truck, tuck into a rich authentic goulash, linger over coffee at a riverside café, or indulge in contemporary farm-to-table cuisine*Experience the Nightlife: Hop between eclectic ruin bars in the bustling Jewish Quarter or attend a Saturday "Sparty" in one of the city's famous spas. Sample Hungarian wines at a tasting room, sip creative concoctions at a cocktail bar, and watch the sunset over the Danube with a local craft beer in hand*Get to Know the Real Budapest: Follow honest suggestions from Budapest local Jennifer D. Walker*Full-colour photos and detailed maps, including a full-colour foldout map*Handy Tools: Background information on Budapest's history and culture, plus tips on sustainable travel, what to pack, where to stay, and how to get aroundDay trip itineraries, favourite local spots, and strategies to skip the crowds: Take your time with Moon Budapest & Beyond.Exploring more of Eastern Europe? Check out Moon Prague & Beyond.

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Book SynopsisSee below for alternative language editions When the Romans arrived in this green valley nearly two thousand years ago they were captivated by the miraculous stream of endless hot water. The restored bath and temples complex and the splendid Abbey attract thousands of visitors to the city each year. Using this guide to explore today's Bath, visitors can once more experience the benefits of a dip in the natural mineral water and enjoy a lot more besides - stylish shops and restaurants, interesting galleries and museums, and the feel of a lively city with its historic past informing an exciting present. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel, including other titles in our popular City Guides series. Table of ContentsTwo Bath Walks, Welcome to Bath - A Short History, Abbey Church Yard, Pump Room, Roman Baths, Thermae Bath Spa, Sawclose, Queen Square, The Circus and Royal Crescent, Upper Town, Walcot Street, Grand Parade and Guildhall, Pulteney Bridge and Bathwick, Great Pulteney Street, North Parade, Information

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Book Synopsis"None of Venice's innumerable chroniclers have portrayed the Serenissima's character with quite such a combination of the scholarly, the informal and the intimate...Over the years thousands of readers, starting this book, have been relieved to encounter its famously undemanding approach to the city - 'Generally the first thing to do in Venice is to sit down and have some coffee': but by the time they get to the end of it, all the same, they will have learnt virtually everything that an educated stranger needs to know about the place, its art and its history, besides being subtly entertained throughout.'" - From the Introduction by Jan Morris.Trade Review'This magic book... not only the best guide-book to that city ever written, but the best guide-book to any city ever written' Bernard Levin in The Times

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Book SynopsisDiscover half-hidden chateaux and artists' country houses; walk, boat or dance by the river; explore old towns and country footpaths; and eat in family-run restaurants with 1950s decor - and prices to match. Based on over 20 years' experience of exploring the Paris countryside by train, each visit includes the essential historical context and practical information to help you discover places unknown to many Parisians. Written with humour and a flair for the unusual and authentic, the text is illustrated with original photos and local maps. It includes a unique guide to using the excellent local train network.Trade Review"The most exciting travel guide I've read in years." --Huffington Post

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Book SynopsisWith a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every Manual is based on a complete stripdown of the bike. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in mind. Our Manuals have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you're a beginner or a competent mechanic, you can save money with Haynes., Each Manual includes:, Clear and easy to follow page layout, Full procedures written from hands-on experience, Easy-to-follow photos, Faultfinding information, How to make special tools, Colour wiring diagrams (where available)

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Book SynopsisWith a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every Manual is based on a complete stripdown of the bike. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in mind. Our Manuals have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you're a beginner or a competent mechanic, you can save money with Haynes., Each Manual includes:, Clear and easy to follow page layout, Full procedures written from hands-on experience, Easy-to-follow photos, Faultfinding information, How to make special tools, Colour wiring diagrams (where available)

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Book SynopsisThis Essential Buyer's Guide leads you through the process of buying an Alfasud from whether this is the right car for you, what it's like to live with and what it will cost you to run, to which version and engine is best for you and what you should be paying for it.Having helped you decide these factors, this guide then takes you through the buying process. It explains what equipment you'll need when you go to view a car and shows you how to quickly determine whether to look at a particular car in more detail or to just simply walk away.A comprehensive and thorough evaluation section, with a points scoring system, lets you fully assess a prospective purchase and detailed illustrations show exactly what to look for. With advice on paperwork, buying at auctions and thorough and clear advice on restoration, every aspect of sourcing your car is covered.Having led you to your perfect car, the Guide goes yet further to give you all the contact information you'll ever need to get involved with the Alfasud-owning community allowing you to make the most of your new pride and joy!Trade ReviewIf you're not familiar with the marque, then this brand-new slim A5 volume will give you a good idea of the particular things to look for when you're checking the car you'd like to buy.It also provides general introductory information on the Alfasud design, model range, history and usability, for those not yet sure whether a Sud is theirs sort of car, or which model would best suit them. There's also a good deal of general advice on used-car buying which is universally applicable, but around half of the the 60 odd pages is the all-important Sud-specific inspection-detail. It's certainly a great book for the intended market - and prospective buyers new to these cars. And it's really well produced too, with glossy paper, excellent print and many sharp full-colour photos. Plus a very readable style of writing. Recommended!- Alfa News. Taking on an Alfasud now is a challenged, albeit one with a highly rewarding drive at the end of it. Veloce has gone to marque expert Colin Metcalfe for its latest Essential Buyers Guide, and immersion in the world of the Alfasud - and the humour needed to go with owning them - comes through in an exhaustive pathway that should lead to turnkey happiness to a manageable project. The bodywork section is, of course, extensive, and a variety of car styles and ages have been used to illustrate the diversity of the range. This is one of the best Essentials in an already impressive series. - Classic Car Weekly. Another of Veloce's pocket-sized essential guides, this time dealing with the iconic Alfasud. The author is a marque expert and knows what he's talking about and tells you how to get the right Alfasud at the right price.Packed with good advice, from running cost, through paperwork, vital stats, valuation and helps you decide is an Alfasud (from 1971-83) or Sprint (from 1976-89) are right for you. - TKC. The latest in the Essential Buyer's Guide series features the Alfasud. This paperback has been written by marque expert, and the Alfa Romeo Owners Club Alfasud Registrar, Colin Metcalfe. The 64 page guide features all ALfasud saloons from 1971 to 1983 and Sprints from 1976 to 1989, providing comprehensive advice on buying and living with this iconic model together with expected running costs. - Alfa Romeo Owners Club.

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Book SynopsisHaving this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from Adrian Streather's years of 911 experience, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!Packed with good advice - from running costs, through paperwork, vital statistics, valuation, and the 911 community, to whether a 911 (997) will suit you and your lifestyle - this is the complete guide to choosing, assessing and buying the Porsche of your dreams.Trade Reviewoffers expert advice and detailed specifications GT PorscheTable of ContentsIntroduction & thanks - the purpose of this book1. Is it the right car for you? - marriage guidance2. Cost considerations - affordable, or a money pit?3. Living with a Porsche 991 - will you get along together? 4. Relative values - which model for you?5. Before you view - be well informed6. Inspection equipment - these items will really help7. Fifteen minute evaluation - walk away or stay? 8. Key points - where to look for problems 9. Serious evaluation - 60 minutes for years of enjoyment10. Auctions - sold! Another way to buy your dream11. 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 think14. 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 Porsche world 17. Vital statistics - essential data at your fingertips Index

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Book SynopsisThis Essential Buyer's Guide includes everything the potential Velocette buyer needs to know: assessment of engine, transmission, frame, paintwork and chrome, tinwork, wheels and tyres, brakes, electrics, an explanation of engine and frame numbers. With a detailed run down of the various models, and an assessment of which offers the best investment potential, there's also plenty of advice on buying at auctions, essential paperwork, problems caused by lack of use, and details of useful contacts.Trade Reviewessential reading for anyone seeking sound advice ... Easy to follow and utterly reliable ... If you already own a Velocette single, or are thinking of doing so, GBP12.99 is a very small price to pay for this utterly invaluable guide. Old Bike Mart Henshaw provides enough information on the "idiosyncrasies" of Velocette singles to make it apparent that while these are great old bikes, they are not for everyone, but when it comes to considering a purchase, his book really is. UltimateMotorcycling.com This is a truly comprehensive guide and is thoroughly recommended to anyone contemplating buying a Velocette 350 or 500 single. On The Level This handy pocket sized book is not only an interesting read but will repay the purchase price many times over. South East Biker MagazineTable of ContentsIntro1 - Is it the bike for you?2 - Cost considerations3 - Living with a Velocette4 - Relative values5 - Before you view6 - 10min evaluation7 - Key points8 - Serious evaluation9 - Auctions10 - Paperwork11 - What's it worth to you?12 - Do you really want to restore?13 - Paint faults14 - Lack of use problems15 - The community16 - Vital statistics

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Book SynopsisRemember the smell of Castrol R at a 1960s scramble? Or riding a 1970s trials bike through every type of natural obstacle possible? If you want to revisit those memories, or relive the competition of earlier times, this book is for you. Buying, restoring, and riding classic off-road competition bikes is now something that you can do!This book gives enthusiasts of classic off-road competition motorcycles a step-by-step guide to a full restoration. Covering dismantling the motorcycle and its components, restoring and sourcing parts, paint spraying, decals and polishing. With chapters covering engine, frame, forks, fuel, exhaust, seat, brakes and tyres, you'll see how to take a bike from scratch to a full rebuild; then on to safe set-up and general maintenance. Includes chapters focussing specifically on pre-65 and twin shock models.Trade ReviewIn short, it's very much a hands-on look at everything you might need to do, or at least consider, if you want to get mobile on the dirt and flick some serious mud in someone's eye ... You'll probably read it once for the broader picture, and then once more for the detail, and then again when you actually get started in the workshop. Sump Do not let the title of this book put you off if you only ride road bikes, as it is one of the best books I've read detailing just about everything on working on classic motorcycles whether on or off road. Nacelle. The pre-amble says that the book is 'aimed at the beginner and seasoned motorbike restorer alike', but the emphasis is definitely on the beginner, with tips on sourcing parts, how to dismantle your project bike, cleaning and polishing, then it's on to the meatier stuff like rebuilding engines, fuel and ignition systems, paintwork and plating. - Old Bike Australasia. A book focusing on the nuances of restoring dirt bikes as opposed to roadsters is a welcome addition to an enthusiast's bookshelf and even after just an initial flick through it is clear author Ricky Burns has made a decent job of the book. - Classic Dirt Bike. This book is not only intended for owners of off-road engines from the 70s and 80s, but is also relevant for engines from the 50s and 60s. Step-by-step Burns guides the enthusiast with the purchase of special tools and their use, and the possible alternatives for this. Detailed with many photos and in simple and understandable English. – Het Moborrijwiel.Table of Contents1 Project assessment 2 Sourcing parts 3 Getting started 4 Cleaning & polishing 5 Engine 6 Brakes, tyres & wheels 7 Fuel & exhaust systems 8 Paint spraying 9 Seat 10 Forks 11 The rebuild 12 Final preparation 13 Pre-65 14 Twin shock

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Book SynopsisThe BSA unit singles - 250, 350, 441 and finally 500cc - may not have been the most glamorous product of the British motorcycle industry, but they were the 'first bikes' for thousands of learner riders and had a great track record in scrambling and motocross. Today, they offer a simple and affordable entry into the world of British classic machines, with a whole range of sizes. Spares are still available, as is friendly and knowledgeable fellow owners. Following the tried-and-tested Veloce Essential Buyer's Guide format, this book delves into what it's like to live with one of these bikes, and the values, advantages and disadvantages of the different models. Plus, of course, what you need to look for when buying one - the engine, transmission, frame, brakes, suspension, paint, chrome - and everything else!Trade ReviewIf you've thought it over very carefully and you still must have that classic BSA single cylinder powered bike, then this is a book you really ought to get first. UltimateMotorcycling.com The book is definitely recommended to those of us considering purchasing a BSA unit single and also a good read for those who aren't but may be in the future, and is good value for money ... Overall it gets the thumbs up from me! The Star (BSA Owners Club UK)Table of ContentsIntroduction & Foreword Contents 1.Is a BSA 350 or 500 single right for you? 2.Cost considerations 3.Living with a BSA 350 or 500 single 4.Relative values 5.Before you view 6.Inspection equipment 7.Fifteen minute evaluation 8.Key points 9.Serious evaluation 10.Auctions 11.Paperwork 12.What's it worth? 13.Do you really want to restore? 14.Paint problems 15.Lack of use problems 16.The bevel BSA community 17.Vital statistics Index

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Book SynopsisBorn in Sofia, Kapka Kassabova grew up under the last years of Cold War Communism in the 1980s, emigrated after the fall of the Berlin Wall, and has loved and hated her homeland in equal measure ever since. Thirty years later, as Bulgaria was joining the EU club, Kapka revisited the country of her childhood and her own relationship to it to discover just how much it - and she - had changed. With the irreverence of an expat, the curiosity of a visitor, and the soul of a poet, Kassabova brings to life the past and present of Bulgaria, as well as probing the complicated connection between place and mind, between geography and fate.Trade ReviewA fascinating book - at once evocative, disturbing and chock-a-block full of charm -- Jan MorrisA unique memoir of what it was like to grow up in a Communist satellite country. In the mosaic of books about the bad old days, this book is the piece that was always missing. Now we have it, and it shines -- Clive JamesNot many books on the travel shelves have the force of revelation, but this one does ... Kapka Kassabova leads us into a country most of us have hardly read about with an elegant assurance, an acid wit and a heart-rending precision that can make you see the world quite differently. This book is a treasure -- Pico Iyer

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Book Synopsis'It tells of terrible journeys, of men masked against the sun (riding through ethereal regions with their feet frozen), of welcoming fog-girt monasteries lit by butter lamps at the journey's end' New Statesman The Way of the White Clouds is the remarkable narrative of a pilgrimage which could not be made today. Lama Anagarika Govinda was among the last to journey through Tibet before its invasion by the Chinese. His unique account is not only a spectacular and gloriously poetic story of exploration and discovery, it is also invaluable for its sensitive and clearly presented interpretation of the Tibetan tradition.'Why is it that the fate of Tibet has found such a deep echo in the world? There can only be one answer: Tibet has become the symbol of all that present-day humanity is longing for' Lama Anagarika GovindaTrade ReviewA hypnotic picture of the Tibet which has vanished * New Statesman *A vivid and moving portrait of a country that has bewitched travellers for centuries...a profound and compelling portrait * Sunday Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisThe only bespoke gift book celebrating Nantucket!

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Book SynopsisA city of contrasts, Beijing has ancient temples and edgy art districts, winding hutongs and futuristic architecture – all within a stone’s-throw of the awe-inspiring Great Wall of China.Make the most of your trip to this enthralling city with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Beijing has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about. DK Eyewitness Beijng is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Beijing you will find: - Up-to-date information with insider tips and advice for staying safe- Top 10 lists of Beijing’s must-sees, including the Forbidden City, Tian'an Men Square and the Great Wall of China- Beijing's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and driTrade Review"A lovely and well-illustrated series of travel guides." — Chicago Tribune

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Book SynopsisA history of all four generations of compact Jaguar, and their Daimler equivalents, tracing the gradual development of Sir William Lyons' original idea over a period between 1955 and 1969. From the powerful, luxury MK 1 and 2 cars to the 4.2-litre 420, this book covers design, development and styling; special-bodied variants; racing performance; buying and owning a compact Jaguar saloon model and, finally, specifications and production figures.

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Book SynopsisThe riveting story of the history-making mission to reach the bottom of all five of the world’s oceans – the ultimate frontier of our planet. A feat that is new addition to the Guinness Book of World RecordsHumankind has explored every continent on earth, climbed its tallest mountains, and gone into space. But the largest areas of our planet remain a mystery: the deep oceans. At over 36,000 feet deep, these areas closest to earth’s core have remained nearly impossible to reach—until now. Technological innovations, engineering breakthroughs and the derring-do of a unique team of engineers and scientists, led by explorer Victor Vescovo, brought together an audacious global quest to dive to the deepest points of all five oceans for the first time in history. Expedition Deep Ocean tells the inside story of this exploration of one of the most unforgiving and mysterious places on our planet, including the site of the Titanic wreck and the little-understood Hadal Zone. The expedition pushed technology to the limits, mapped hidden landscapes, discovered previously unknown life forms and began to piece together how life in the deep oceans affects our planet—but it was far from easy. Vescovo and his team would design the most advanced deep-diving submersible ever built, able to withstand the deep ocean’s pressure on the sub of 8 tons per square inch—the equivalent of having 292 fueled and fully loaded 747s stacked on top of it. The hurricane-laden ocean waters and the byzantine web of global oceanographic politics only heightened the challenges. Expedition Deep Ocean reveals the marvelous and other-worldly life found in the ocean’s five deepest trenches, including several new species that have posed as of yet unanswered questions about survival and migration between oceans. Then there are the newly discovered sea mounts that cause tsunamis when they are broken by shifting tectonic plates and jammed back into the earth’s crust, something that can now be studied to predict future disasters. Filled with high drama, adventure and the thrill of discovery, Expedition Deep Ocean celebrates courage and ingenuity and reveals the majesty and importance of the deep ocean.Trade Review“Exciting and suspenseful. Make no bones about it—this is an old-fashioned adventure story. Wonderfully readable, Young weaves in scientific, geographic and engineering details effortlessly. There’s humor and drama and headaches galore. Fundamentally, Expedition Deep Ocean is a book about tackling — and solving — really difficult problems. You need talented people with different skills, a level-headed leader and patience for initial failures. It will take a lot of money, and you may never get much credit for your accomplishment. More than just a fun read, these are lessons that we all could use right now. Can we send a copy to Washington?” -- Lucinda Robb * The Washington Post *"Expedition Deep Ocean takes readers behind the scenes, beneath the waves, and around the globe on one of the most audacious adventures of our time. It’s a white-knuckle journey with larger-than-life characters, cutting-edge technology, and a singular purpose: to go deeper. Fittingly, Josh Young tells the inspiring story of Victor Vescovo and his team in great depth." -- Susan Casey, author of The Devil’s Teeth, The Wave, and Voices in the Ocean“What do you do next, if you’re a visionary explorer who has summited the highest peak on every continent and skied across both the North and South Poles? For Victor Vescovo, the answer was to become the first person to dive to the deepest point in all five ocean basins. The first two problems he encountered were daunting: Nobody knew quite where they were, and no existing underwater vehicle existed could dive anywhere near that deep. Expedition Deep Ocean takes you inside his quest to overcome these (and many other) hurdles and complete the Five Deeps challenge, transforming deep-ocean exploration in the process. Josh Young’s engaging account of the colorful characters and grand adventure of the Five Deeps Expedition will keep you turning the pages.” -- Dr. Kathy Sullivan, Scientist, Astronaut, Explorer, first woman to reach the Challenger Deep, first person to reach the deep ocean and be in space"What you don't realize when you see a headline about the world's first successful attempt to reach the bottom of all 5 oceans is how much work and stress went into it. Citizen explorer Victor Vescovo's remarkable quest to complete earth's last great adventure could easily have gone wrong—and it nearly did, many times. But he stuck with it, and history was made. Vescovo has done something audacious and important here — and thanks to this riveting account of every incredible moment, his story can be told for generations." -- Josh Dean, journalist and author of The Taking of K-129"In the Pantheon of great explorers—Amundsen, Heyerdahl, Hillary, Armstrong, among others—a new name must be added. That name is Victor Vescovo, an explorer of the highest order. We now have an engrossingly written account of Vescovo's remarkable global quest to conquer those areas closest to the earth's core. Exploration Deep Ocean draws the reader into all the myriad aspects of such an adventure, from designing and building a submersible capable of diving over 36,000 feet, to negotiating global politics, to the actual dives and the mysteries discovered as Vescovo went to spots heretofore deemed impossible to reach. Danger and risk have been no strangers in my life, but reading Victor's story sent chills down my spine. Expedition Deep Ocean now has a permanent spot on my book shelf." -- Charles C. Krulak, General, US Marine Corps (Ret.), 31st Commandant of the Marine Corps"Captures the spirit, activities and personalities of the team that made Victor Vescovo’s historical The Five Deeps Expedition such a great success. The expedition’s pioneering technologies and scientific discoveries in the oceans’ deepest places were without parallel. Thanks to Victor’s commitment of his time and treasure, the global ocean science community now has been enriched, with the pathway laid to unlock the secrets hidden away in the depths." -- Don Walsh, Captain USN (ret), PhD and US Navy Submersible Pilot #1"Entertaining. Vescovo emerges as a complicated character...and there is plenty adventure to be found. A vigorous tale of human ambition, technical chllanege, and nervy attitude." * Kirkus Reviews *"Young combines science, technology, personality clashes, and camraderie in this page-turning tale. The harsh and unforgiving deep ocean is not less of a mystery thanks to Vescovo and his team. A cutting-edge yet classic adventure and an introduction to the wonders of deep-ocean life." -- James Pekoll * Bookilst *“Young chronicles the fascinating story of recent dives to the deepest places in all of the world’s oceans. Young describes how Vescovo and a team of engineers and scientists at Florida-based Triton Submarines took on the technical challenges that led to a revolutionary sub design.” -- Milbry Polk * Explorer’s Journal *

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Book SynopsisWhy did Telford need railways? Shropshire was at the heart of the Industrial Revolution in England. The railways provided a way of getting raw materials into the works and finished products to market, and the network grew steadily with the industries of the time; mining. brick and tile making, iron smelting and forging. Author David Clarke covers the history of the railway network and lines in Telford, from its early industrial beginnings to the present day. The book examines the importance of the coal and engineering industries to the region, and covers the rolling stock, signals, signal boxes and locomotive depots of the network. It details the variety of traffic that was generated in the area and traffic passing through. It also gives details never before published of the workings in and out of Hollinswood Yard.

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Book SynopsisA glorious and nostalgic celebration of a defining period in American car culture—the 1950s to the 1970s, the golden age of Detroit’s icons of the road—when automobile design was at its peak and the car itself was synonymous with a vision of success in America.Auto America offers a compelling look at three decades (the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s) of America’s fascination with the automobile. At a time when self-driving vehicles and climate change are transforming driving around the world, John G. Zimmerman’s pictures capture the optimism and even utopianism of a beloved period in American car culture. Many of Zimmerman’s photographs were originally taken for Life, Time, and Sports Illustrated magazines and highlight diverse aspects of America’s auto industry at its zenith; they feature not only iconic cars of the era, which Zimmerman chronicled comprehensively at car shows and in stTrade Review"With an introduction by Terry McDonell, former editor of the Time, Inc. Sports Group, this lavish coffee table book will delight automotive aficionados at every turn of the page." —CARMEL MAGAZINE

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Book SynopsisLonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher*Unexpected stories from unexpected places.Many places can feel like nowhere: a desert, an isolated village, even the middle of a bustling, impersonal city. And then something happens: an adventure, a revelation, an experience that changes the whole landscape. The discovery that every place is the centre of the world to somebody and has its own riches and wonders. The authors of these 30 real-life tales find passion, surprise and illumination in the middle of Borneo or Beijing, in a Mayan mountain village, along a timeworn trail in Tuscany, on an isolated South Pacific island, or under a desert moon in Mali.These richly varied stories all celebrate and illuminate one simple truth: if we embark on each adventure with an open heart and an open mind, travel will take us places we never planned to go, and enrich and enlighten us in ways we never otherwise would have known.Featuring stories by: Anthony Sattin, Danny Wallace, Jason Elliot, Pam Houston, Ralph Potts, Pico Iyer, Tim Cahill, Simon WinchesterAbout Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places where they travel.TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2012 and 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) *#1 in the world market share - source: Nielsen Bookscan. Australia, UK and USA. March 2012-January 2013

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Book SynopsisThis pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around St Lucia. It covers top attractions like The Pitons, Grand Anse, St Lucia Distillers and Cap Moule á Chique, as well as hidden gems, including Maria Islands Nature Reserve and Edmund Forest Reserve This will save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating country. This title has been fully updated post-COVID-19.This Mini Rough Guide to St Lucia covers: Castries, Vigie peninsula, The Morne, Rodney Bay, Gros Islet, Pigeon Island, Grand Anse, Marigot Bay, Roseau Valley, Anse La Raye, Soufriére, Anse Chastanet, Rainforest Mountain Reserves, The Pitons, Vieux Fort, Choiseul, Laborie, Cap Moule á Chique, Maria Islands In this travel guide you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to St Lucia, from cultural explorations in Castries to family activities in child-friendly places, like Sulphur Springs or Grand Anse, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Rodney Bay or Soufriére. TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS Covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including The Pitons, Sulphur Springs Park, Pigeon Island National Landmark, Anse Chastenet and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions. COMPACT FORMAT Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring St Lucia.HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSIncludes an insightful overview of landscape, history and cultureWHAT TO DODetailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities PRACTICAL MAPS Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps will help you find your way aroundPRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATIONPractical information on eating out, including a handy glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around to health and tourist information.STRIKING PICTURESInspirational colour photography throughoutFREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

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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, brakes, electrics and Haynes tips to make many tasks easier.

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Book SynopsisWith a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every Manual is based on a complete stripdown of the bike. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in mind. Our Manuals have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you're a beginner or a competent mechanic, you can save money with Haynes., Each Manual includes:, Clear and easy to follow page layout, Full procedures written from hands-on experience, Easy-to-follow photos, Faultfinding information, How to make special tools, Colour wiring diagrams (where available)

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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 SynopsisSaloon, Hatchback, Estate and Van, including special/limited editions. Petrol: 1.4 litre (1389cc) 1.6 litre (1598cc) 1.8 litre (1796cc) and 2.0 litre (1998cc). Exclusions:Does NOT cover features specific to 1993-on convertible.

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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 SynopsisWith a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every Manual is based on a complete stripdown of the bike. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in mind. Our Manuals have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you're a beginner or a competent mechanic, you can save money with Haynes., Each Manual includes:, Clear and easy to follow page layout, Full procedures written from hands-on experience, Easy-to-follow photos, Faultfinding information, How to make special tools, Colour wiring diagrams (where available)

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Book SynopsisWith a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every Manual is based on a complete stripdown of the bike. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in mind. Our Manuals have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you're a beginner or a competent mechanic, you can save money with Haynes., Each Manual includes:, Clear and easy to follow page layout, Full procedures written from hands-on experience, Easy-to-follow photos, Faultfinding information, How to make special tools, Colour wiring diagrams (where available)

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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 Synopsis'Roger Deakin is the perfect companion for an invigorating armchair swim. Engaging, thoughtful and candid' TelegraphWaterlog celebrates the magic of water and the beauty and eccentricity of Britain.In 1996 Roger Deakin, the late, great nature writer, set out to swim through the British Isles. From the sea, from rock pools, from rivers and streams, tarns, lakes, lochs, ponds, lidos, swimming pools and spas, from fens, dykes, moats, aqueducts, waterfalls, flooded quarries, even canals, Deakin gains a fascinating perspective on modern Britain.Detained by water bailiffs in Winchester, intercepted in the Fowey estuary by coastguards, mistaken for a suicide on Camber sands, confronting the Corryvreckan whirlpool in the Hebrides, he discovers just how much of an outsider the native swimmer is to his landlocked, fully-dressed fellow citizens.This is a personal journey, a bold assertion of the native swimmer's right to roam, and an unforgettable celebration of the magic of water.Trade ReviewI jumped in with both feet and wanted to stay for more.Erudite, funky and passionate, a total delight * Independent on Sunday *Charmingly and elegantly written * Daily Telegraph *A delicious, cleansing, funny, wise and joyful book, so wonderfully full of energy and life. I loved itHighly entertaining...Waterlog is a book about a cold, wet subject written with a warmth and passion it surely deserves, but has rarely had before * Guardian *

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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 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 SynopsisWith a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every Manual is based on a complete stripdown of the bike. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in mind. Our Manuals have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you're a beginner or a competent mechanic, you can save money with Haynes., Each Manual includes:, Clear and easy to follow page layout, Full procedures written from hands-on experience, Easy-to-follow photos, Faultfinding information, How to make special tools, Colour wiring diagrams (where available)

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Book SynopsisWith a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every Manual is based on a complete stripdown of the bike. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in mind. Our Manuals have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you're a beginner or a competent mechanic, you can save money with Haynes., Each Manual includes:, Clear and easy to follow page layout, Full procedures written from hands-on experience, Easy-to-follow photos, Faultfinding information, How to make special tools, Colour wiring diagrams (where available),

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Book SynopsisEach walk features a simple-to-follow route profile and accompanying description and pictures, and new-look walk mapping that makes it easier for the user to focus on the route and the points of interest along the way.

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Book Synopsis“If one keeps on walking, everything will be alright.” So said Danish writer Søren Kierkegaard, and so thought philosophy buff Gary Hayden as he set off on Britain’s most challenging trek: to walk from John O’Groats to Land’s End. But it wasn’t all quaint country lanes, picture-postcard villages and cosy bed and breakfasts. In this humorous, inspiring and delightfully British tale, Gary finds solitude and weary limbs bring him closer to the wisdom of the world’s greatest thinkers. Recalling Rousseau’s reverie, Bertrand Russell’s misery, Plato’s love of beauty and Epicurus’ joy in simplicity, Walking with Plato offers a breath of fresh, country air and clarity for anyone craving an escape from the humdrum of everyday life.Trade Review'Affable'. * Times Literary Supplement *"Walking with Plato is a highly personal read, and Hayden’s warm, funny style lends itself well to this approach, inviting the reader along for the adventure...The book should appeal to fans of travel writing, hiking, and philosophy alike." -- Psych Central‘Hayden’s trains of thought are fascinating, informative and often surprising’. * The Great Outdoors *‘A warm, engaging page-turner that still delivers on the profundity promised in the title’. * Countryfile Magazine *‘[A] wonderful new book…pondering the philosophical truths of walking’. * Country Walking *'A helpful and delightful reminder of the important things in life' * Washington Post *‘Gary Hayden is the armchair traveller’s ideal companion as he tramps “end to end” from northern Scotland to Land’s End. He is an adroit peripatetic teacher.’ -- Daniel Klein, bestselling author of Every Time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change It and Travels with Epicurus"A compelling reminder that serious reading sustains—even transforms—lived experience." -- Booklist"Part travelogue, part philosophical notebook, Hayden's chronicle lifts the spirits with its lightness of touch." -- Mark Vernon, author of Plato's Podcasts: The Ancients' Guide to Modern Living"Truly amusing anecdotes and lovely writing" * Publisher's Weekly *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAll in all, this book has most of the information one could wish for in a single publication all in a neat package. If you are searching for an Aston book for yourself or as a gift, get this one while you can, hopefully sure in the knowledge that the recipient hasn’t got it yet! -- James Edmonds, The MotorSport Diaries. * The MotorSport Diaries. *

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Book SynopsisA gripping account of an under-reported island' Spectator, Book of the Year '[A] brilliant new book about an island that has a geography from heaven and a history from hell' Daily Telegraph'A brilliant work of travel, history and psychological insight . . . astute and sympathetic . . . very funny' Wall Street Journal Everyone has wanted a piece of paradiseJohn Gimlette - winner of the Dolman Prize and the Shiva Naipaul Prize for Travel Writing - is the kind of traveller you'd want by your side. Whether hacking a centuries-old path through the jungle, interrogating the surviving members of the Tamil Tigers or observing the stranger social mores of Colombo's city life, he brings his own unique insight to the page: a treasure-chest of research and a gift for wry amusement. Through him, Sri Lanka - all at once dazzling, strange, conflicted and beautiful - comes to life as never before.Trade ReviewThe reader in search of a thoughtful adventure is in good hands. Gimlette brings a brisk barrister-like inquisition to proceedings, allied with amiable good humour and a searching interest in the history of peoples and places . . . Intrepid to the last, Gimlette wanders among mountains and jungles, drawing his journey to a close among the wreckage of the civil war . . . Rich in humour, full of insight and humanity, Elephant Complex is a very fine tribute to this enigmatic island nation * Spectator *Brilliant . . . It displays his gift for graphic imagery and his eye for the absurd. But it is, perhaps, his darkest book yet . . . Along with the swimming trunks and the sunblock, I'd pack a copy of Elephant Complex * Telegraph *A gripping account of an under-reported island -- Sara Wheeler * Spectator, Book of the Year *Insightful and interesting . . . holistic observation of humanity as entalged in acryptic webbing of mortality, immortality and matter that Gimlette offers us . . . The great appeal of this book is that we travel alongside him * Ceylon Today *A quest to understand the country, and not a mere description of it. This is what sets the book apart from the legion of Ceylon and Sri Lanka travelogues. . . Sri Lankans themselves will find Gimlette's renditions of places from Colombo to the desolate Wanni inspiring and evocative . . . While many travel writers on Ceylon often tended to trim and twist the country to fit it into their own neat narrative, Gimlette does not hide the incongruities and bafflements he encountered * Sri Lanka Sunday Times *Book of the Year: The 'elephant complex' of the title refers to ancient paths that the creatures have always followed on the island. Gimlette believes he must trace similar historical paths to get under the skin of Sri Lanka. He does so with wit and the occasional scrape with the authorities * The Times *An intrepid journey to the famously reclusive island unearths a paradise amid trauma and obfuscation . . . An effortless, elegant writer, Gimlette chronicles the stories of these truculent, traumatized people . . . An exuberant, eye-opening travel quest * Kirkus *As for Mr. Gimlette, it is hard to think of a more astute and sympathetic companion for a journey around the island and into Sri Lanka's episodic bouts of madness. He is beguiled by the place and its people, for a start. He writes beautifully, all freshness and verve. And he is also very funny * Wall Street Journal *To read Elephant Complex is to get the most accurate and thorough modern history of Sri Lanka - and to read it is to understand what it is that makes it so magical, in spite of its recent ugliness. -- Kristin Fritz * Everyday ebook *He brings the open mind, the erudition and the eye for telling detail . . . no rogue is denied a fair hearing; no hint of the absurd escapes his attention and no metaphor misfires . . . Admirable in its candour . . . Elephant Complex has a sting in its tail -- John Keay * Times Literary Supplement *Travel books by writer, barrister and Londoner John Gimlette win praise for their witty, detailed adventures, drawing on local characters he meets * The Guardian *Witty, detailed adventures, drawing on local characters he meets . . . Gimlette hears from ex-presidents, tea-planters, terrorists and pilgrims, exploring the country from the capital, Colombo, to the ancient reservoirs that attract the island's thousands of wild elephants * Guardian, Best New Travel Books *

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Book SynopsisAn enthralling guide to one of the world's great cities that blends history and insights into the present day from one of the most astute commentators on the politics of Istanbul'' PETER FRANKOPAN''A love letter to this ancient capital'' THE TIMESWalking along the crumbling defensive walls of Istanbul and talking to those he passes, Alexander Christie-Miller finds a distillation of the country's history, a mirror of its present, and a shadow of its future.Caught between two seas and two continents, Istanbul lies at the centre of the most pressing challenges of our time. With environmental decay, rapacious development and tightening authoritarianism straining its social fabric to breaking point, it represents the precipitous moment civilizations around the world are currently facing.In and around its crumbling Byzantine-era fortifications, Alexander Christie-Miller meets people who are experiencing the looming crisis and fighting back, sometimes triumphing despite the odds.To the City Trade Review EARLY PRAISE FOR TO THE CITY 'A love letter to this ancient capital…a work of storytelling skill and passion, a handsome tribute to a city that always transfixes' The Times 'The author is a sensitive and patient presence, piecing together these stories over many pages. Spending time at a teahouse, an animal shelter and a former Dervish hall that is now an academic institution, he brings to life the rich variety of these neighbourhoods. While Christie-Miller’s focus remains on the streets surrounding the walls, his characters offer broader insights into Turkey’s social and political make-up. He is also sensitive to the poetry of his surroundings, captured in moments of lyrical precision: “Behind them I saw the remains of the Byzantine sea wall hanging like a scrap of old parchment strung out to dry in the sun' Financial Times ‘Alexander Christie-Miller is an exceptionally fluent and imaginative writer who knows Turkey intimately’ Max Hastings 'An absorbing and thoroughly engaging study of modern-day Turkey. His research is first class, and he writes very well…Christie-Miller’s love of the city and its people shines through this wonderful book' Literary Review 'Between the ancient minarets that punctuate the city’s skyline, the author seeks out the real soul of Istanbul in its diverse peoples, past and present, by raising up voices rarely heard' National Geographic Magazine 'Alexander Christie-Miller has written a gripping portrait, with both the sweeping scope of a historian and the intimate, laser-like eye of a travel writer. This also a deeply humane account of a legendary city, not always well served by its leaders' Daniel Metcalfe author of Blue Dahlia

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