Travel & Transport Books

Book SynopsisA photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Thai. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Thailand and Thai language and culture.Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words and phrases, and an English and Thai index help you to find words quickly as you learn. Transliteration provided for all Thai words and phrases to help with pronunciation.3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in Thailand are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment.Great care has been given to represent modern Thai culture and enhance your experience of Thailand, including customs, celebrations, and festivals.Plus, download your free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and get your pronunciation pitch perfect, available from collinsdictionary.com/resources#visual

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Book SynopsisIdeal itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package. Plan your trip, plan perfect days and discover how to get around - this Insight Guides pocket-sized book is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do and see in Thailand, from top attractions like Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace complex, to hidden gems, including Mae Hong Son. · Compact, concise, and packed with essential information about Where to Go and What Do, this is an ideal on-the-move companion when you're exploring Thailand· Covers Top TenAttractions, including Ayutthaya and Ko Samui and Perfect Day itinerary suggestions· Offers an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture· Contains an invaluable pull-out map, and essential practical information on everything from Eating Out to Getting Around· Includes an innovative extra that's unique in the market - all Pocket Guides come with a free eBook· Inspirational colour photography throughout· Sharp design and colour-coded sections make for an engaging reading experienceAbout Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrasebooks, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

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Book Synopsis28 circular, graded walks all tried and tested by seasoned walkers. The routes range from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, so there is something for everyone.

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Book SynopsisBig Trails: Heart of Europe is an indispensable guide to the most spectacular and popular long-distance trails in the Western European countries of France, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Italy.The twenty-five featured routes cover the best that European trails have to offer, sweeping from the GR21 along the Normandy Coast to the GR1 Tour de Paris and King Ludwig’s Way in Germany. Culminating in trails such as the Tour du Mont Blanc and Chamonix–Zermatt Haute Route, the jewels of the Alps, this delves deep into Western Europe’s most iconic routes.The book will inspire big adventures. Rather than being carried along the route, this guide provides everything you need to plan and explore further, including a general overview of the trails, specific technical information, overview mapping, key information and stunning photography. As well as this, each route specifies approximate timings devised using the Jones–Ross formula, which allows for custom itineraries to be generated depending upon the speed of the user. Whether you’re walking, trekking, fastpacking or running, let Big Trails: Heart of Europe be your guide.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsWhat is a Big Trail?About the routesHow to use this bookWalk, trek, fastpack, runPlanning for a Big TrailTHE TRAILS01 Adlerweg02 Alta Via 103 Altmühltal-Panoramaweg04 Brabantse Heuvelroute05 Carnic Peace Trail06 Heidschnuckenweg07 Holland’s Coast Path08 King Ludwig’s Way09 Malerweg10 Meraner Höhenweg11 Mullerthal Trail12 Normandy’s Alabaster Coast13 Pfälzer Weinsteig14 Pieterpad15 Rhine Castles Trail16 Salzburger Almenweg17 Stelling van Amsterdam18 Tour de Paris19 Tour du Matterhorn20 Tour du Mont Blanc21 Tour of Monte Rosa22 Traversée du Massif des Vosges23 Walker’s Haute Route: Chamonix to Zermatt24 Walserweg25 Westweg

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Book SynopsisThis handy guide will help you find, evaluate and purchase a Triumph TR4/4A or TR5/250. With detailed information from running costs to the pitfalls of problem areas, this book will help you make to make an informed decision. Featuring a comprehensive inspection process, advice on cost considerations, and information on the Triumph sports car community, this book will help you get the car of your dreams at the best possible price.Trade ReviewIt is a handy pocket-sized friend that gives prospective buyers all the advice they need to make an informed decision. Triumph World this book will help you get the car of your dreams at the best possible price. TR Action As always with the EBG series, this small book could prove to be a very good investment! Classic Driver Monthly

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Book SynopsisThe Essential Guide to buying the Lotus Elan of your dreams, this book will guide you through all you need to know. The Lotus Elan and Plus 2 are the definitive classic Lotus Sports cars. Small, light, and powered by Lotus's own Twin Cam engine, these were and are fast, great handling sports cars with a Grand Prix winning pedigree. With a winning formula of glass fibre bodyshell, and simple sheet steel backbone chassis, the Elan was an affordable replacement for the expensive and exotic glass fibre monocoque Lotus Elite, and became the mainstay of the Lotus road car range throughout the 1960s and into the 1970s. First introduced as an open two-seater in 1962, and as a Coupe in 1966, the Elan was available as a do-it-yourself `kit' car or in factory assembled form, and was refined through the 1960s, culminating in the famous Sprint models of 1971, with the big valve 130bhp Twin Cam engine. The widened and stretched 2+2 Elan with its vestigial rear seats - named, unsurprisingly, the Plus 2 - was introduced in 1967, followed by the higher-spec Plus 2S in 1969, which was the first Elan not available in kit form. The Plus 2S 130 gained the Sprint specification engine in 1971, and the final Elan was the Plus 2S 130/5 of 1972. Just over 9000 Elans were produced between 1962 and 1973, while just over 5000 Plus 2 were produced between 1967 and 1974. This book has been written to provide the prospective owner with all the information they need to establish if an Elan or Plus 2 is for them, and what to look for when viewing an example. All aspects of the cars are examined, including paperwork, mechanical issues, bodywork and interior with many photos of example cars to assist in the assessment of an individual car, and understand the implications of many of the common problems that a car can exhibit. The author is a Lotus enthusiast, and has been working on and writing about classic Lotuses for a number of years.Trade ReviewI think this book is excellent and good value. The photographs are informative and well reproduced. - Historic Lotus Register. For a more in-depth look at Lotus Elans, this new addition to Veloce's Essential Buyer's Guide is an essential bargain, lucky for anyone for purchase this useful pocket-sized booklet. - Classic Motoring. Cheap and cheerful. Auto Express.you’d be mad to buy one without equipping yourself with this sort of knowledge. Classic Car WeeklyTable of ContentsIntroduction & Foreword Contents Is a Lotus Elan right for you? Cost considerations Living with a Lotus Elan Relative values Before you view Inspection equipment Fifteen minute evaluation Key points Serious evaluation Auctions Paperwork What's it worth? Do you really want to restore? Paint problems Lack of use problems The Lotus Elan community Vital statistics Index

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'Memoir of the year' - Vogue'A wondrous, sensuous memoir of salt-stung survival . . . clear-eyed and poetic prose' Sunday Times'A fascinating memoir' - Daily MailWhen Tamsin Calidas first arrives on a remote island in the Scottish Hebrides, it feels like coming home. Disenchanted by London, she and her husband left the city and high-flying careers to move the 500 miles north, despite having absolutely no experience of crofting, or of island life. It was idyllic, for a while. But as the months wear on, the children she'd longed for fail to materialise, and her marriage breaks down, Tamsin finds herself in ever-increasing isolation.Injured, ill, without money or friend she is pared right back, stripped to becoming simply a raw element of the often harsh landscape. But with that immersion in her surroundings comes the possibility of rebirth and renewal. Tamsin begins the slow journey back from the brink. Startling, raw and extremely moving, I Am An Island is a story about the incredible ability of the natural world to provide when everything else has fallen away - a stunning book about solitude, friendship, resilience and self-discovery.Trade ReviewA wondrous, sensuous memoir of salt-stung survival… clear-eyed and poetic prose. Over and above everything else, I Am an Island is a hymn to the wild, full of fine observation of the natural world. A message that rings true for these testing times. * The Sunday Times *Calidas is a supple, sensuous writer - deeply empathetic... Her account is shot through with moments of intense brightness. * Guardian *This is a startling book, a vivid and terrifying reminder of how an island can seduce, madden - and ultimately sustain those brave enough to endure its confines. -- Madeleine Bunting, author of Love of CountryAn extraordinary book, a wild and redemptive account of reaching rock bottom and swimming back into the light. I’m awed by Tamsin's courage, her resilience and huge heart. Her island will stay with me for a very long time. -- Olivia Laing, author of The Lonely City and To the RiverThe best book I have read in more than a decade. Each page is poetry. Tamsin's story is both heartbreaking and inspiring but ultimately about how the power of nature can heal. The perfect memoir for us all right now. Absolutely stunning. What an incredible woman. -- Susannah ConstantineThe memoir of the year...a lyrical paean to the wild beauty of the Hebrides. * Vogue *An island tale like no other. An unforgettably moving and compulsive read, steeped in anguish and beauty. A book that is unafraid to stare deep into the abyss, and still find a way forward. The story of a woman completely broken by life, and her fifteen-year struggle to find the inner strength to restore herself, through sheer determination, and by immersing herself in solitude. -- Neil Ansell, author of Deep Country and Deer IslandCompletely astonishing. Using language of shimmering beauty, Tamsin Calidas describes the unravelling of a relationship with such exquisitely small stitches that the eventual thread-baring of her physical and emotional safety, her sense of identity and purpose, blows in like a cold slap of Hebridean wind. A Hardyesque, stripped back connection to the landscape emerges. And yet only with the fragmentation of everything that matters is the fragility of life transcended and restored by the triumphant pull of a determination to survive. -- Juliet NicolsonGripping...Tough yet compulsive reading, carried by crisp, vivid prose. -- Amy Liptrot, author of The OutrunRaw, painful, storm-battered writing. Here's what it means to be truly isolated. * Raynor Winn *A meditative breath of fresh air. This book will fill your lungs, sting your eyes and catch in your throat. Soaring prose like birdsong over the harsh lands that compelled Tamsin Calidas to breathe deep. -- Ruth Fitzmaurice, author of I Found My TribeAn extraordinary book of limitless resilience, Calidas' leaping prose is a love song to the natural world. What she achieves with an open heart and a will of iron is nothing short of remarkable. -- Sarah Langford, author of In Your DefenceSo raw, so honest, so intense. I didn't want this book to end. -- Sigri Sandberg, author of An Ode to DarknessCombining intensely beautiful nature writing with the excavation of deep emotion, this brave, startling book examines what it really means to lose yourself in nature, and in doing so find a completely new version of yourself, too. A powerful, unsettling but ultimately redemptive account of one woman’s deep communion with the natural world. -- Clover Stroud, author of My Wild and Sleepless NightsCalidas is a supple, sensuous writer - deeply empathic... Her account is shot through with moments of intense brightness. * Guardian *Any preconceptions you may entertain about 'a Londoner, tiring of the city, moves to a Scottish Island' will be smashed in the first chapter of Tamsin Calidas' astonishing, raw and clear-eyed book. Tamsin charts how she comes to terms with loss, loneliness, hardship and prejudice through immersing herself fully in her island habitat. I am an Island is a powerful, affecting book; glittering and visceral, Tamsin's clear-voiced self-reliance becomes a storm-force of nature in itself. -- Nicola Chester, Nature Writer, RSPB Columnist and Guardian Country DiaristA beautiful book...I urge you to seek it out. -- Jane GarveyA beautifully written, emotionally intense memoir * Sunday Express *The island is a metaphor for anyone who has ever been alone... It is about what happens when everything you are used to falls away, which is something we are all experiencing at the moment. * Daily Mail *An utterly engrossing read. * Saga *

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

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

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Book SynopsisIn addition to the clear design, the road map Kos 1:65,000 has a lot of additional information such as road conditions, sights and campsites. The extensive location index also enables quick orientation. The titles of the "Island Pocket" series fit in every pocket thanks to the handy format of 9 x 15 cm. Tourist information "The Big Five": adventure, cuisine, culture, nature, sights, index of places, hiking trails; wrapped in cellophane, waterproof and tear-resistant, city map of Kos; freytag & berndt car maps are available for many countries and regions worldwide.

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Book SynopsisPOCKETS OF PRETTY Those small areas of the cityscape which one finds lovely to behold. To visit, to live or to dream of from afar . . . Edinburgh is a city to fall in love with. Full of little adventures waiting to be enjoyed, of hidden gems and quirky, tucked away surprises. From meandering river walks to cobbled mews lanes and mysterious medieval closes, Pockets of Pretty shares those gorgeous moments of Edinburgh magic. With a local's eye, Shawna Law takes you on a delightful stroll beyond the bustling landmarks. Here you can pop into cute cafés for tea and cake, treat yourself to a beautiful book or one-of-a-kind bouquet, then escape for a moment to a tranquil park or secret garden. A love letter in word and image, come and discover Edinburgh's prettiest pockets as photographer, explorer and admirer.

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Book Synopsis(Edition updated in 2023) , MICHELIN National Map The Netherlands will give you an overall picture of your journey thanks to its clear and accurate mapping scale 1/400,000. Our map will help you easily plan your safe and enjoyable journey in the Netherlands thanks to a comprehensive key, a complete name index as well a clever time & distance chart. Michelin's driving information will help you navigate safely in all circumstances. With MICHELIN National Maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN NATIONAL MAPS feature: * Up-to-date mapping * A scale adapted to the size of the country * A clear and comprehensive key * Distance and time chart * Place name index * Driving and road safety information * Tourist sights information Our maps are regularly updated even if the ISBN does not change.

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Book SynopsisJohn Kretschmer is sailing's practical philosopher as much a doer as a thinker. And that is the overarching theme of this chronicle of a sailing life. Often amusing, sometimes poignant, occasionally terrifying but always inspiring, his deeply personal account is a welcome reminder of the good life waiting at sea. With hundreds of thousands of nautical miles under his keel, John's adventures have taken him several times around the world, with challenging crossings of the Atlantic and the Pacific, a narrow escape from a coup in Yemen, an unlikely deliverance from a coral reef off Belize as well as more serene, introspective passages where trade winds are blowing and stories are flowing. His crew has included CEOs, actors, writers, teachers, kids in essence, everyone. John's narrative is interwoven with practical tips and advice in seamanship, but also, and just as importantly, his hard-won insights about making the most of our lives. He truly believes we find out who we really are,Trade ReviewA remarkable and very enjoyable cocktail of blue water, action and wisdom. Kretschmer is a fine writer and an inspiration. * Tristan Gooley *[A] poignant, yet relatable tale … Kretschmer tells an insightful and quietly triumphant story. * Sail Magazine *[E]vocative and profound … indispensable … fascinating … A must-have for any sailor’s library. * The Florida Times Union *'Kretch' as his friends call him is a successful businessman, a compelling lecturer and raconteur and a splendid writer. This new book reminds me of Joseph Conrad’s first book The Mirror of the Sea, which was a memoir from his life as a ship captain and a refection on what a life at sea can teach an observant and thoughtful person. Kretch just may by our own modern-day Conrad, which in my book is no small thing. If you love sailing, life and good writing, you’ll enjoy Sailing to the Edge of Time.. * Blue Water Sailing *Kretschmer’s style as a storyteller is well defined, but in Sailing to the Edge of Time, readers will find hints of a new side of the sailor, one that contemplates bigger questions * Sailing Magazine *Sailing to the Edge of Time is amusing, poignant, terrifying and inspiring all in one, offering riveting accounts of [the author's] adventures around the world, from crossing the Atlantic and the Pacific to a narrow escape from a coup in Yemen. -- Charity de Souza * Trips to Discover: Best Travel Books of 2020 *Filled with all the adventure one expects from someone who has sailed around the world, it is also a poignant and inspirational account of how to live your life to the fullest. Kretschmer is not only a sailor; he’s a philosopher, and if you’re at all interested in thinking as deep as the ocean, this book is perfect for you. * Travel Pulse *

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Book Synopsis(Edition revised in 2023) MICHELIN National Map Poland will give you an overall picture of your journey thanks to its clear and accurate mapping scale 1/700,000. Our map will help you easily plan your safe and enjoyable journey in Poland thanks to a comprehensive key, a complete name index as well a clever time & distance chart. Michelin's driving information will help you navigate safely in all circumstances. With MICHELIN National Maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN NATIONAL MAPS feature: * Up-to-date mapping * A scale adapted to the size of the country * A clear and comprehensive key * Distance and time chart * Place name index * Driving and road safety information * Tourist sights information Our maps are regularly updated even if the ISBN does not change.

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Book SynopsisThis book describes the birth, development and rallying career of the Lancia Stratos, Europe’s very first purpose-built rally car, in the mid/late 1970s. It provides a compact and authoritative history of where, when and how it became so important to the sport, as well as telling the story of the team. The book is part of Graham Robson’s definitive “Rally Giants” series, published by Veloce.Table of ContentsForeword 5 Introduction & acknowledgements 7 Introduction 7 Acknowledgements 8 The car and the team 9 Inspiration 9 The Stratos’ importance in rallying 12 The Stratos’ home ground 14 Facing up to rival cars 14 Manufacturing – meeting the rules 16 Engineering features 19 Setting the layout 22 Launch and development 30 Homologation, and running changes 35 Building and maintaining the works cars 38 Personalities and star drivers 42 Competition story 50 The Stratos’ career 50 Homologation achieved 55 Which new cars took over, and why 107 The Stratos’ successor 110 Chequered Flag and Stratos – a long story 113 Four cars, one colour scheme 115 Stratos works rally cars – World Championship rallies (and when first used) 120 World/major European rally wins 121 Index 127

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Book SynopsisThe leporello-style map presents the 77 km long Ahr cycle path, which follows the course of the Ahr from its source to where it flows into the Rhine near Remagen. The flat route also makes the route interesting for families. You cross the Ahr wine-growing region and can admire towns such as Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler, Sinzig or Remagen. You can find out where stopovers are worthwhile in the information sections of the cycling map.

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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 innovative and carefully designed photographic pocket-sized guide provides a concise introduction to the identification of the 246 birds most likely to be seen in Great Britain and Ireland.Trade Review"One of British Birds' Best Bird Books of 2019""This is a fantastic piece of work . . . . [It] manages to cram a huge amount of information in the pages without it feeling too cluttered or overwhelming. The text is concise but thorough enough to help with identification . . . . this is a must have for new and seasoned birders alike."---Scott Mayson, British Trust for Ornithology"The book is packed with quality colour photographs, no mean feat to gather so many images together for one book, with at least two images per species sometimes more. . . this a great pocket guide to British Birds and I would certainly recommend it to anyone getting into birds and birdwatching."---Alan Davies, BirdwatchingTrips"Well thought out and structured to assist the reader. . . . another one of the top quality bargain books we have come to expect from Princeton's WildGuides series."---Phil Slade, Another Bird Blog"The best bird identification guide I have seen, ever."---Jim Williams, Star Tribune"These carefully curated photographs are the conclusive answer to any who said that photos cannot illustrate identification features. . . . It is a treasure trove: the pages pack in a wealth of images."---Thomas Wingfield, London Naturalist"First, it is a compact guide suitable to slip into a pocket . . . Second, it is lively and inspiring, full of real birds that you want to go out and identify. Third it is relatively inexpensive, and with a durable cover. In short, it is a great guide for beginners to take in the field . . . Even for more experienced birders there are details that make it worth keeping handy."---Will Cresswell, Scottish Birds"This is a fantastic book packed with useful information and stunning photographs. It will be a welcome addition to the beginner, intermediate and expert alike. This is one of the best bird books I have seen for a long time, and I would certainly recommend it. A fine complement to any birdwatcher's collection."---Neville Davies, Wild About Gwent"At a handy five inches by seven inches [this book] slips easily in the pocket and is also ideal for the kitchen shelf. . . . a perfect . . . gift at a bargain price."---Eric Brown, News Shopper Bexleyheath & Welling"I must say I was blown away! Not only are the photographs of the highest quality but the designers have crammed an incredible amount of information into what is literally a coat pocket sized book. . . . this is an excellent and outstandingbook and at no more than a tenner that is great value for money." * Essex Birding *

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Book SynopsisFrom Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Central America Planning Map helps you explore with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions and themed lists. With this easy-to-use, full-color map in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of Central America - so begin your journey now! Easy-fold format Handy slipcase Full color and easy to use Beautiful imagery Tailored itineraries Can't-miss highlights Detailed town index Themed lists Covers Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Yucatan (Mexico), Chiapas (Mexico), Quintana Roo (Mexico) Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Central America guidebook, our most comprehensive guidebook to Central America, covering the top sights and most authentic offbeat experiences. Or check out Lonely Planet's Best of Central America guidebook, a concise visual guide highlighting the top experiences. 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 traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. '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) *Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017

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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 SynopsisExplore Scotland's most famous castle -- home to kings and queens, the site of historic battles, and probably the best-known place in Scotland. Published in partnership with history experts at Edinburgh Castle and Historic Environment Scotland, this fun, fact-packed book includes everything you need to know about the castle's 1000-year history: -- Its most famous residents and treasures -- Who attacked the castle, and who tried to defend it -- Its dank dungeons and the prisoners who tried to escape -- The terrible battles and incredible sieges -- The secrets and the mysteriesConveying fascinating facts through simple words and loads of historically accurate illustrations, Edinburgh Castle for Kids will appeal to a wide age range of young visitors from all over the world.Each section includes a fun activity -- mazes, doodling and colouring, spot the difference, untangle, search and find and join the dots.With a mix of brilliant facts and enjoyable activities, Edinburgh Castle for Kids is the ultimate guide for kids to Scotland's most famous landmark -- whether you've visited or not!

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Book SynopsisRoute: Koto, Methang, Kyang, Phu, Naar Phedi, Naar, Kangla Phedi, Kangla Bhanjyang, Nawal, Mugje, Manang.

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Book SynopsisThe Mercedes 126 S-Class of 1979-1991 remains the most successful premium saloon in the company's history and is considered by many to be one of the best cars in the world. "You don't simply decide to buy an S-Class: it comes to you when fate has ordained that your life should take that course. The door closes with a reassuring clunk - and you have arrived." said the sales brochure of the first real Sonderklasse, the W116. With over 300 colour photos and production histories and specifications for both Generation One and Two models, this is an essential resource for anyone with an interest in this timeless car. The book covers an overview of the key personalities who drove the development of this model; the initial 116 Sonderklasse and its subsequent evolution; the history and personality of each model and finally detailed analysis of the different engines - both petrol and diesel.

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Book SynopsisThis glorious book tells the story of the celebrated lightweight Jaguar C-type, chassis number XKC 051, that Duncan Hamilton and Tony Rolt drove to victory in the 1953 Le Mans 24 Hours. The car went on to have a busy post-works racing career, first with Ecurie Ecosse, then with privateer drivers Bill Smith and Geoffrey Allison. Among its small number of collector custodians in later years, the names Briggs Cunningham in America and Adrian Hamilton (son of Duncan) in the UK stand out. The development of the C-type is described, focusing on the three lightweights of 1953 with thinner-gauge aluminum bodies, pioneering disc brakes, and aircraft-style fuel tanks. All this is covered in fascinating detail, supported by interviews with drivers and mechanics, a fine collection of period images and studio photographs.

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Book SynopsisInsight Guides Belize Travel made easy. Ask local experts.Comprehensive travel guide packed with inspirational photography and fascinating cultural insights, now with free eBook.From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this guide to Belize is all you need to plan your perfect trip, with insider information on must-see, top attractions like Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker and the Blue Hole Natural Monument, and cultural gems like the massive temples and sweeping views of Caracol, Placencia Peninsula's golden beaches and top diving sites, and the fragrant pine forests and thundering waterfalls of Mountain Pine Ridge.Features of this travel guide to Belize:- Inspirational colour photography: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, and be inspired by stunning imagery- Historical and cultural insights: immerse yourself in Belize's rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions- Practical full-colour maps: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy- Editor's Choice: uncover the best of Belize with our pick of the region's top destinations- Key tips and essential information: packed full of important travel information, from transport and tipping to etiquette and hours of operation- The ultimate travel tool: download the free app and eBook to access this and bonus content from your phone or tablet- Covers: Belize City; Northern Cayes; North to Altun Ha; From Lamanai to Corozal; West to San Ignacio; Caracol; South to Dangriga; Cockscomb Basin; Placencia; The Far South; An Excursion to TikalLooking for a specific guide to Guatemala, Belize and Yucatan? Check out Insight Guides Guatemala, Belize & Yucatan for a detailed and entertaining look at all the region has to offer.About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

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Book SynopsisTravelers will experience the best the area has to offer, whether visiting metropolitan Milan, exploring the popular Lakes region or just a simple day trip to nearby Lake Como, or taking an excursion that includes Lake Maggiore, Lake Como, Lake Orta, Lake Iseo, and Lake Garda, the only thing you need to decide is how long you want to spend in the area in. This weekend guide to Milan & the Italian Lakes has it all. Michelin Short-Stays Guides are a handy pocket guide with a detachable map to help you get around and explore the city or country that you are visiting. Presenting the top attractions for a 24-hour visit, a weekend or longer. You'll find a choice of restaurants for any budget. This pocket-size guide helps you do it all with its detailed maps, recommended places to eat and stay, and Michelin's respected star-rating system. A detachable map is included to help you plan and navigate your trip with ease. Each guide has an introductory welcome to section with how to get there, Must Sees, Top Picks, Favourites and a Suggested Itinarary. Use the Discovering section to plan your own visit to sights and attractions, each attraction is listed with one to three stars,* Interesting, ** Recommended, and *** Highly Recommended. A comprehensive addresses section with Where to Eat, Where to Drink, Shopping, Nightlife and finally Where to Stay. The Find Out More Section will give you a little history of the city the guide covers,along with information about Architecture, Activities for Kids, Sports and other special activities or specialities of the city or region you are visiting. Finally the Planning your Trip Section, has practical information, Know before you go. Basic Information, driving, cycling, public transportation, tax's, sports, taxi's and telephones. There is also a festivals and events calendar lisiting annual events and other exhibitions. * Detachable Map of the local area * Coloured sections to use the guide, colour photographs * Unmissable must see sights and attractionsand places to visit * Star selections ***, **, * * Address lists of restaurants, hotels, cafes, and bars. * Shopping and Nighlife information * A recommended Itinerary * Practical tips

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

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Book SynopsisProviding information not found in standard guides about daily interactions, cultural dos and don'ts, etiquette, and the ways business is conducted Culture Smart! Rwanda gives you the tools for a successful visit to this beautiful land. It guides you through daily interactions, cultural dos and don'ts, traditions and cultural practices, etiquette, and the ways in which business is conducted. It provides a brief overview of Rwandan history, and practical suggestions for safety and travel. "The Land of a Thousand Hills," is known for its abundant natural beauty and iconic wildlife, from chimpanzees in the Nyungwe Forest to the returning lions and rhinoceros of Akagera National Park. This is a country of tea, coffee, and intricately woven baskets, of expressive drumming, and the subtle and artistic Intore dancers. It has a growing film industry, a world-class cycling team, a thriving contemporary music scene, and a burgeoning economy. The capital, Kigali, glimmers with new construction, and has become a home for investment and economic growth. Rwandans today remain a dignified, reserved, and welcoming people. They share a deep pride in their unique culture and history demonstrated by their eagerness to showcase it to visitors and they are dedicated to development. But to get the most from your stay, plunge in deeper and get to know them on their own terms, and you will find that you can make lifelong friends.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

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Book SynopsisA remarkable and moving history of the Soviet Union told through the people who lived through it. 'The most passionate, engaging and historically profound account of the Soviet empire that I have read' Michael Ignatieff Imperium is the story of an empire: the constellation of states that was submerged under a single identity for most of the twentieth century - the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. From the arrival of Soviet troops into his hometown in Poland in 1939, to just before the Berlin Wall came down, as the USSR convulsed and died, Kapuscinski travelled thousands of miles and talked to hundreds of ordinary Soviet people about their extraordinary lives and the terror from which they were emerging. It is a classic of reportage and a literary masterwork by one of the great writers and witnesses of the twentieth century. 'Enchanting... A triumphant combination of bleak history and black comedy' The New York Times Book Review 'When our children's children want to study the cruelties of the late twentieth century...when they wonder why revolution after revolution betrayed its promises through greed, fear and confusion, they should read Ryszard Kapuscinski' Wall Street Journal

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Book SynopsisThe updated Green Guide Canada is your key to exploring this second-largest country in the world, with its rich diversity in landscapes, history and culture. The guide is organized in regions for easy travel, offering top attractions, activities, shopping and nightlife, multiple driving tours and excursions, and recommendations for great places to eat and stay. With Michelin's celebrated star-rating system and trusted advice, you'll be able to craft your own exciting travel adventures to discover Canada. Updated, 15th edition with full-color photos and plenty of detail travelers look for. Attractions reviewed and rated, using Michelin's celebrated star-rating system. Enjoy the urban attractions of three-star Vancouver, Ottawa and Toronto, or try a more adventurous travel experience in two-star Nunavik and check out wildlife including polar bears. Canada's vastness offers a diversity of experiences: take in the national parks in the snow-capped Rocky Mountains, the grand vistas of the Prairies' wheat fields, the charm of historic Quebec City, the seascapes and sandy beaches of the Maritime Provinces. Michelin driving tours offer a more in-depth, personal experience of the country Extensive, illustrated sections on modern Canada, art, history, culture and nature & all written by experts in their fields. Sidebars focus on such topics as Klondike Days in Edmonton, camping in a teepee and the great hockey player Wayne Gretzky. Detailed visitor information is given for every attraction, opening hours, entry fees, tour times, phone, and website. Multiple area and city maps for easy navigation and orientation. Includes recommendations for great places to eat and stay for every budget. Audience: Travelers to Canada looking for comprehensive, detailed travel information. Discerning travelers seeking unique, enriching travel experiences. Perfect for travellers seeking enriching experiences and in-depth information on their destination. * Star-rated activities and detailed visitor information * Unique driving & walking tours * Colourful, easy-to-read maps throughout * Lively introductions to the area, its people & culture * Restaurant & hotel tips * Family friendly advice * Walk-through of major museums, galleries, churches and attractions

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Book SynopsisA tribute to Ireland's beautiful capital from its own artists. Dublin is an iconic city loved the world over. Visitor or local you will understand why this is. If you have never had the chance to visit, pack your bags immediately! The Dublin Art Book offers a fresh perspective on the city, through the eyes of 55 local artists it inspires. This book is a tribute to Dublin, an impressive artistic collection taking the reader on a tour through this most vibrant city. From historic Trinity College and the iconic Ha'penny Bridge to the lively pub scene and secret hidden corners, Dublin's artists highlight its beauties in the most unique way.Trade ReviewDublin is an old and complex city with a remarkable history. This is well reflected in the many very different vibrant images from a series of artists in this very colourful book. * Senator David Norris *Absolutely beautiful! * Marian Keyes, Award-winning Irish Novelist *Dublin City architecture has always had a certain magnetism and appeal delineated so beautifully by the diverse images of our contemporary artists. A must-see publication. * Ronnie Delany, Olympic Champion and Freeman of Dublin *My jewel and darling Dublin has another diamond in her crown, this beautiful collection of images does our great capital justice. * Joe Duffy, Award-winning broadcaster, RTE Radio *I fell in love with Dublin the day I arrived, the only love affair in which I have never wavered! I so welcome this wonderful celebration of a great city. * Anne Doyle, Irish journalist, presenter and broadcaster *We need to see the places we live in through the eyes of artists... to look up and see the beauty. * Cathy Davey, Musician *Table of ContentsForeword Preface Around O’Connell Street Over the bridge to south of the River Liffey Trinity College, museums and Merrion Square Grand Canal to Poolbeg Chimneys Around St Stephen’s Green St Patrick’s Cathedral area The Liberties and on to Rathmines Back north of the river North and South County Dublin Artist Credits

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Book SynopsisThe go-to Croatia travel guide for discovering the best walks and car tours. Strap on your boots and discover Croatia on foot with the Sunflower Croatia travel guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. The Sunflower Croatia guide is indispensable for hiking in Croatia or seeing Croatia by car. Contrasts and diversity sum up Croatia, one of the most beautiful and beguiling countries in Europe: tall forests, wind-combed prickly thornbush and juniper on the stony uplands, the miraculous waterfalls in the Plitvice Lakes and Krka national parks, the aridity of the karst landscapes, modern tourist resorts and timeless old villages, the deserted Krajina region and the intensively cultivated Neretva delta. The parks are particularly welcoming to walkers, with miles of waymarked and well-maintained paths and trails, some bringing seemingly inaccessible summits within quite easy reach. Whatever your age or ability we’ve got some glorious walks and car tours to ensure you have a memorable Croatia holiday. Inside the Sunflower Croatia guide book you’ll find: 90 long and short walks for all ages and abilities – each walk is graded so you can easily match your ability to the level of walk Topographical walking maps – give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain with a scale of 1:50 000 Free downloadable gps tracks – for the techies Satnav guidance to walk starts for motorists 9 car tours and fold-out touring map – for easy reference on your tour Strolls to idyllic picnic spots – enjoy our recommendations for where to picnic along the way Timetables for public transport – ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid hiring a car on your holiday Online update service for the latest information Whether you tour Croatia by car or explore on foot, we look forward to showing you around.

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Book SynopsisCelebrating a “golden age” of travel, this book retraces the steps of a Grand Tour of South East Asia from the turn of the 20th century to the present day. The Romance of the Grand Tour explores the living heritage of 12 exotic port cities: from Rangoon (Yangon), through the Straits Settlements of Penang, Malacca and Singapore and the old Dutch East Indies cities of Batavia (Jakarta) and Surabaya, via Bangkok to former Indochina at Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Phnom Penh and Hanoi, through Manila to Hong Kong. Drawing on archival images and accounts as well as present-day photographs and illustrations, the book captures the romance and excitement of these early Grand Tourists, while presenting contemporary scenes and experiences for 21st-century travellers determined to seek out the legacy of a bygone era.

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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 Synopsis(Edition revised in 2020), MICHELIN National Map Tunisia will give you an overall picture of your journey thanks to its clear and accurate mapping scale 1/800,000. Our National Map Series will help you easily plan your safe and enjoyable journey thanks to a comprehensive key, a complete name index as well a clever time & distance chart. Michelin's driving information will help you navigate safely in all circumstances. In addition, some MICHELIN National Maps are cross-referenced with the MICHELIN Green Guide highlighting destinations worth stopping for! With MICHELIN National Maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN NATIONAL MAPS feature: * Up-to-date mapping * A scale adapted to the size of the country * A clear and comprehensive key * Distance and time chart * Place name index * Driving and road safety information * Tourist sights information Our maps are regularly updated even if the ISBN does not change.

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