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Book SynopsisTHE INSTANT #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERFrom award-winning writer Nigel Slater, comes a new and exquisitely written collection of notes, memoir, stories and small moments of joy.''Nigel Slater's prose is the rarest delicacy of all: exquisite yet effortless, filled with heart, tenderness, yearning and humour'' ELIZABETH DAYFor years, Nigel Slater has kept notebooks of curiosities and wonderings, penned while at his kitchen table, soaked in a fisherman's hut in Reykjavik, sitting calmly in a moss garden in Japan or sheltering from a blizzard in a Vienna Konditorei.These are the small moments, events and happenings that gave pleasure before they disappeared. Miso soup for breakfast, packing a suitcase for a trip and watching a butterfly settle on a carpet, hiding in plain sight. He gives short stories of feasts such as a mango eaten in monsoon rain or a dish of restorative macaroni cheese and homes in on the scent of freshly picked sweet peas and the sound of water breathing at night in Japan.This funny and sharply observed collection of the good bits of life, often things that pass many of us by, is utter joy from beginning to end.I loved this. It is a secular book of hours thoughts and pleasures beautifully cadenced and generously placed' Edmund de Waal?Nigel Slater has a magical capacity to find beauty in the smallest moments. A nourishing, sustaining book' Olivia LaingHis evocative, uplifting observations are a balm for life: a prose-poem for eaters and a spiritual companion for thoughtful cooks. A true and enduring joy' Nigella LawsonYou can't always feel buoyant and grateful but noticing and getting pleasure from the seemingly insignificant is a good way to live. As he says, feel the small moments of joy' Diana Henry

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Book SynopsisThis Insight Guide is a lavishly illustrated inspirational travel guide to Oregon and a beautiful souvenir of your trip. Perfect for travellers looking for a deeper dive into the destination's history and culture, it's ideal to inspire and help you plan your travels. With its great selection of places to see and colourful magazine-style layout, this Oregon guidebook is just the tool you need to accompany you before or during your trip. Whether it's deciding when to go, choosing what to see or creating a travel plan to cover key places like Downtown Portland and Albany, it will answer all the questions you might have along the way. It will also help guide you when you'll be exploring Crater Lake National Park or discovering the Cascade Mountains on the ground. Our Oregon travel guide was fully-updated post-COVID-19.The Insight Guide Oregon covers: Portland and around, Oregon Coast, Mt. Hood and Columbia River Gorge, Eastern Oregon, Central Oregon, Southern Oregon, Willamette Valley.In this guide book to Oregon you will find:IN-DEPTH CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FEATURES Created to provide a deeper dive into the culture and the history of Oregon to get a greater understanding of its modern-day life, people and politics.BEST OFThe top attractions and Editor's Choice featured in this Oregon guide book highlight the most special places to visit.TIPS AND FACTSUp-to-date historical timeline and in-depth cultural background to Oregon as well as an introduction toOregon's food and drink, and fun destination-specific features. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATIONA-Z of useful advice on everything, from when to go to Oregon, how to get there and how to get around, to Oregon's climate, advice on tipping, etiquette and more.COLOUR-CODED CHAPTERSEvery part of the destination, from Oregon City to Willamette Valley, has its own colour assigned for easy navigation of this Oregon travel guide.CURATED PLACES, HIGH-QUALITY MAPSGeographically organised text, cross-referenced against full-colour, high-quality travel maps for quick orientation in Salem, Cape Perpetua and many other locations in Oregon.STRIKING PICTURESThis guide book to Oregon features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Pacific Coast Scenic Byway and the spectacular Sea Lion Caves.FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of this travel guide to Oregon to access all the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration

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Book SynopsisRenowned historian Alistair Moffat traces the windswept story of the North Sea throughout British history and examines how it has shaped who we are and how we see ourselves

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Book SynopsisThis pocket-sized travel guide to France is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around the destination. It covers top attractions like Provence, as well as hidden gems, including Périgord. Our France guide book will save you time and enhance your exploration of this fascinating country. This France travel guide has been fully updated post-COVID-19. This Mini Rough Guide to FRANCE covers: Ile de France, The Northeast, The Southeast, The Southwest.In this guide book to France you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to France, from cultural explorations in The French Alps to family activities in child-friendly places, like Versailles or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Paris.TOP TEN ATTRACTIONSThis France travel guide covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including The Eiffel Tower, the Côte d'Azur, Versailles, Disneyland Paris, Parc Asterix and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions.COMPACT FORMATCompact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this guide book to France is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Normandy.HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSIncludes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture of France.WHAT TO DODetailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities.PRACTICAL MAPSHandy colour maps on the inside cover flaps of this travel guide to France will help you find your way around.PRACTICAL 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 throughout.FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of this France guide book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

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Book SynopsisThis USA Southwest guidebook is ideal for travellers seeking inspirational guides and planning a more extended trip. It provides interesting facts about USA Southwest''s people, history and culture and detailed coverage of the best places to see. This USA Southwest travel book has the style of an illustrated magazine to inspire you and give a taste of the USA Southwest. The book is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet FSC''s strict environmental and social standards. This USA Southwest guidebook covers: Phoenix, Tucson, Arizona Border Country, Southern New Mexico, Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Abiquiu, Taos and the Santa Fe Trail, Southern Utah, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Northern Arizona.In this USA Southwest travel guidebook, you will find:- Unique essays - country history and culture, and modern-day life, people and politics- USA Southwest highlights - Pipe Spring National Monument,

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Book SynopsisThis mini pocket Cuba travel guidebook is perfect for travellers seeking basic information about Cuba. It covers key places, main attractions and a short hotel and restaurant recommendations list. This book is printed on paper from responsible sources, verified to meet FSC''s strict environmental and social standards.This Cuba travel book covers: Havana, Pinar del Río Province, Matanzas Province, Central Cuba, Oriente: The East, Guantánamo Province.In this Cuba guidebook, you will find: - Curated recommendations of places - main attractions, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas - Things not to miss in Cuba - music, Baracoa, Plaza de la Catedral, beaches, Casa Museo de Ernest Hemingway, Camagüey, Trinidad, El Morro, The Prado, Viñales Valley - Perfect Day - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break- Short Cuba

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Book SynopsisThis pocket-sized travel guide to Naples & the Amalfi Coast is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around the destination. It covers top attractions like Campi Flegrei, The Blue Grotto, Pompeii's Villas, the Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte, Piazza del Plebiscito as well as hidden gems, including Piazza San Domenico Maggiore and Castello Aragonese. Our Naples & the Amalfi Coast guide book will save you time and enhance your exploration of this fascinating region. This Naples & the Amalfi Coast travel guide has been fully updated post-COVID-19.This Mini Rough Guide to NAPLES & THE AMALFI COAST covers: Naples, Campi Flegrei, Vesuvius, Herculaneum, Pompeii, Capri, Ischia and Procida, Sorrento and its Peninsula, the Amalfi Coast, Paestum.In this guide book to Naples & the Amalfi Coast you will find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERExperiences selected for every kind of trip to Naples & the Amalfi Coast, from cultural explorations in Herculaneum to family activities in child-friendly places, like Positano or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Villa Cimbrone in Ravello.TOP TEN ATTRACTIONSThis Naples & the Amalfi Coast travel guide covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including The Blue Grotto, Naples' Archaeological Museum, Pompeii's Villas, the Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte, Naples' Duomo and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions.COMPACT FORMATCompact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this guide book to Naples & the Amalfi Coast is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Sorrento.HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSIncludes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture of Naples & the Amalfi Coast.WHAT TO DODetailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities.PRACTICAL MAPSHandy colour maps on the inside cover flaps of this travel guide to Naples & the Amalfi Coast will help you find your way around.PRACTICAL 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 throughout.FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of this Naples & the Amalfi Coast guide book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

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Book SynopsisThis Jordan guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Jordan travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC''s strict environmental and social standards. This Jordan guidebook covers: Amman, the Dead Sea, Jerash and the north, the eastern desert, the King''s Highway, Petra, Aqaba, the southern desert.Inside this Jordan travel book, you''ll find: - A wide range of sights - Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks- Itinerary examples - created for different time frames or types of trip- Practical information

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Book SynopsisThis compact, pocket-sized Sri Lanka travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination''s highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to Sri Lanka without losing time planning. It''s sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.This Sri Lanka pocket guidebook covers: Colombo Fort and Pettah, Modern Colombo, Kelani Valley Rail Journey, Mount Lavinia and Dehiwala Zoo, Negombo via the Wetlands, Road to Kandy, Hill Country, Haputale, Ella and Bandarawela, Dambulla, Sigiriya and Anuradhapura, Minneriya and Polonnaruwa, Galle Fort, Yala National Park.Inside this Sri Lanka travel book, you will find:- 12 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as w

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Book SynopsisThis compact, pocket-sized Warsaw travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination''s highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to Warsaw without losing time planning. It''s sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.This Warsaw pocket guidebook covers: Warsaw Old Town, Southern Srodmiescie, Praga & Eastern Warsaw, Warsaw New Town, Northern Srodmiescie.Inside this Warsaw travel book, you will find:- 14 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way- Itinerary details - each walk or tour starts with pointers on the time taken, distance covered and how to connect with other itinerari

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Book SynopsisThe Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places in the USA - the latest picture-packed addition to Rough Guide''s Inspiration range - celebrates the most breathtaking and unmissable locations across the country in this irresistible coffee-table book. From the iconic cities of the Northeast to the sweeping landscapes of the Southwest, crossing the Great Lakes, the Plains and the Rocky Mountains, this glossy guide will transport you across some of the most impressive locations throughout America. Each location has been carefully selected by the devoted team of skilled writers and editors at Rough Guides, and these destinations are thoughtfully arranged based on their geographical regions.This incredible photography collection - with more than 150 fabulous images - showcases a mesmerising array of jaw-dropping landscapes, sparkling urban cityscapes and fascinating historic highlights. The combination of gripping text and eye-catching imagery creates a vivid sense

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Book SynopsisA beautifully written and illustrated manifesto for the simple joys of sailing a small boat, filled with useful advice and techniques.Sailing a dinghy is your gateway to adventure. It requires little of you other than self-reliance and self-confidence, as well as a respect for the subtleties of the local climate and topography. Out at sea in a small boat, nature is not something to be observed disinterestedly: it batters and drenches you, refreshes and enlivens you.Sailing the Shallows is a manifesto for a different attitude to sailing, far removed from the ostentation and complexity of modern-day yachting. Roger Barnes combines lyrical writing and beautifully drawn illustrations with simple and practical wisdom on experiencing the pure joy of being out on the water in a small boat. We accompany him on his early days afloat in the Lake District, paddling Hildegard ''the communist canoe'' in France and undertaking more extreme passages (even capsizing) in his beloved Avel Dro. Along the way Roger weaves in advice on skills, techniques and lessons learned: this is a book to be read and re-read not just for the stories but the keen insights into small boat sailing techniques.Sailing the Shallows describes a lifetime's journey towards the recognition that cruising in a dinghy is not an imperfect and provisional way to get afloat, but the purest and most perfect way to go sailing.

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Book SynopsisSince it was first published in 2007, The Southern Way has become the definitive journal on the history and heritage of the Southern Railway and the Southern Region of British Railways. The first two of the four issues scheduled for 2025, numbers 68 and 69, will be released in January and May. Two more issues and a Southern Way Special are due in the second half of the year. Each volume contains a mixture of articles and photo features on various aspects of the SR including rolling stock, infrastructure, operations and personalities. The Southern Way remains essential reading for all who interested in the SR and those modelling it.As this catalogue went to press not all the content had been finalised but among articles confirmed for inclusion are a survey of Southern stations in East Dorset, Wiltshire, West Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and a feature on the Guildford-Cranleigh-Christ''s Hospital branch.

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Book SynopsisLonely Planet''s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Rome - and discover twice the city in half the time!Discover Rome''s most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From digging into world-class pizza in Trastevere, to enjoying the cheerful throngs at Porta Portese flea market, and plunging into the creepy Catacombe di San Sebastiano.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet''s Pocket Rome travel guide: Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days Find what you''re looking for fast with this gui

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Book SynopsisJon Krakauer is a mountaineer and the author of Eiger Dreams, Into the Wild, (which was on the New York Times bestseller list for over a year and was made into a film starring Emile Hirsch and Kristen Stewart) Into Thin Air, Iceland, Under the Banner of Heaven and Where Men Win Glory. He is also the editor of the Modern Library Exploration series.Trade ReviewA fascinating story of idealism, fantasy, and the dark side of the wilderness experience -- Paul TherouxTerrifying . . . Eloquent . . . A heart-rending drama of human yearning. * New York Times *A narrative of arresting force. Anyone who ever fancied wandering off to face nature on its own harsh terms should give a look. It's gripping stuff. * Washington Post *It may be nonfiction, but Into the Wild is a mystery of the highest order. * Entertainment Weekly *An astonishingly gifted writer: his account of 'Alex Supertramp' is powerfully dramatic, eliciting sympathy for both the idealistic, anti-consumerist boy - and his parents. * Guardian *A compelling tale of tragic idealism. * The Times *A masterpiece of dramatic storytelling * Mail on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate book of van travel inspiration featuring 200 out-of-this-world road trip adventures across Europe. Discover an epic collection of European journeys to take in your van featuring 50 first-person stories and a further 150 awesome ideas for trips that will take you from the lakes of Northern Italy to the wild Highlands of Scotland and beyond. This is the ultimate book for beginner van-trippers and seasoned four-wheeled travellers alike. Inside Epic Van Trips of Europe: 50 of the best trips across Europe to take in your van plus 150 suggestions for similar van trip drives so you can experience even more adventures by road Discover first-person accounts and stories from writers who have completed each drive Challenge level grading for every van trip that vary from easy, harder, and epic, so you can determine which journey you wish to complete Inspirational photography, maps, and practical information help you to plan your next van adventure Driving factboxes accompany every experience with details on the best time to drive, how to get there, what to take, and vehicle hire know-how Expert travel advice and insights on ideal seasons, recommended detours, the best places to eat, and spots for a dream picnic With a vibrant cover illustrated by Ross Murray, this beautiful hardback continues the collectible series. Epic van trips include: Southern Europe - Rome to Cinque Terre; Lisbon to the Douro Valley; Dolomites Tour. Western Europe - Switzerland from lake to lake; Wallonia to Luxembourg; Southern Germany to Liechtenstein. Central and Eastern Europe - Crossing Transylvania; Bulgarian lands to the Black Sea; Southern Poland road trip. North Europe - Grand tour of the United Kingdom and Ireland; South-West Finland; Southern Sweden Whether you're a regular van tripper or you simply want to explore your destination in a new way, Epic Van Trips of Europe will inspire a lifetime of adventures out on the open road.

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Book SynopsisLace up your hiking boots for the next in Lonely Planet’s highly successful Epic series, this time exploring 50 of Europe’s most rewarding and beautiful hikes. From the sun-kissed regions of Southern Europe, including Italy, Greece, Portugal and Spain, to North Europe’s history-rich heartlands (including France, Germany, Belgium, Britain, Ireland and Scandinavia), we cover a huge variety of themes and experiences for every type of hiker. Epic Hikes of Europe features some classic routes to tick off: Ireland’s Dingle Way, Speyside’s Malt Whisky Trail, a battlefield hike through Belgium and Italy’s stunning Sentiero degli Dei along the Amalfi Coast. Hikes are graded according to their challenge and practical info is provided so you can follow in the writers’ footsteps. A vibrant illustrated cover continues this collectible series. Inspiring, full-page images, maps plus practical details Engaging first-person accounts from writers who have completed the hike A wide range of routes for every ability, from one-day walks to multi-day treks About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, 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 phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. '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)

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Book SynopsisWhen you want to escape for a few days, Britain offers a wealth of cities and towns where you can treat yourself to a well-deserved break at any time of the year. Great British Weekend Escapes contains 70 enticing getaways.

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