Travel & Transport Books

Book SynopsisHarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics.That''s Harris all over so ready to take the burden of everything himself, and put it on the backs of other people.'Three late-Victorian gentlemen, George, Harris and the writer himself as well as their fox terrier Montmorency take a trip in a boat along the River Thames to Oxford. What ensues is a hilarious journey through the English waterways full of anecdotes, and farcical incidents with Montmorency wreaking havoc along the way.

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Book SynopsisAn unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Turkey''s Southwest Coast, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map - all designed to help you see the very best of Turkey''s Southwest Coast.Wander the ancient Roman capital of Ephesus or historic Fehiye, marvel at Pamukkale''s glistening travertine pools, hike along the coastal trails of the Lycian Way or explore a lively seafront at Marmaris. From Top 10 sporting activities to the Top 10 ancient ruins - discover the best of Turkey''s Southwest Coast with this easy-to-use travel guide.Inside Top 10 Turkey''s Southwest Coast:- Easy-to-follow itineraries to help you make the most of your trip- Top 10 lists showcase Turkey''s Southwest Coast''s best attractions, covering Antalya, Termessos, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Hierapolis, the Lycian Way and many more- Free laminated pull-out map of Turkey''s Southwest Coast, plus five colour neighbourhood Trade ReviewThank goodness for Top 10 guides! * Mail on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 32 day walks in Shropshire, exploring the hills, outcrops, rivers and towns of this beautiful county. The routes are graded according to difficulty, ensuring there is something for all levels of fitness and experience, and the majority are located within the Shropshire Hills National Landscape. The walks range from 5–22km (3–14 miles) in length and can be completed in between 2 and 8 hours. They are arranged geographically, mostly falling in the area bounded by Shrewsbury, Bridgnorth, Ludlow and Welshpool. 1:50,000 OS maps reproduced at 1:40,000 for greater clarity GPX files available to download Details of terrain, refreshments and public transport for each walk Information given on local geology and wildlife Includes accommodation listings arranged by area Easy access from Birmingham, Oswestry and Manchester Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Shropshire geology (by Ronald Turnbull) History Plants and wildlife Getting there Getting around When to go Bases for the Shropshire hills Maps and GPS Safety Using this guide The walks Walk 1 Llanfair Hill and Offa's Dyke Walk 2 Knighton, Cwm-sanaham Hill and Offa's Dyke Walk 3 Mary Knoll and Ludlow Walk 4 Titterstone Clee Hill Walk 5 The Bury Ditches Walk 6 Burrow Fort and Hopesay Hill Walk 7 Norton Camp and Stokesay Castle Walk 8 Callow Hill and Flounders Folly Walk 9 Brown Clee Hill and Stanbroughs Wood Walk 10 Brown Clee Hill and Clee Liberty Walk 11 High Rock, Bridgnorth and the River Severn Walk 12 Bromlow Callow and Mitchell's Fold Walk 13 Nipstone Rock Walk 14 Stiperstones Walk 15 Snailbeach and the Castle Ring fort Walk 16 Norbury Hill from Wentnor Walk 17 Minton Hill and the Packet Stone Walk 18 Adstone Hill Walk 19 Pole Bank and Devil's Mouth Walk 20 The Long Mynd and Ragleth Hill Walk 21 Caer Caradoc Walk 22 The Long Mynd skyline Walk 23 Plush Hill, the Batch and Castle Hill Walk 24 Ridges Three, Hope Bowdler Hill, Caer Caradoc and the Lawley Walk 25 The Lawley Walk 26 Hope Bowdler Hill from Cardington Walk 27 The Betchcott Hills and Duckley Nap Walk 28 Much Wenlock and the Wenlock Edge Walk 29 Earl's Hill Walk 30 The Wrekin Walk 31 The Ironbridge Gorge Walk 32 Llanymynech Hill and Llynclys Common Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisLonely Planet's Cantonese Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Indian phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Chat with locals along the Great Wall, ask for recommendations of Hong Kong's best night spots; all with your trusted travel companion. Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every Travel Situation! Feel at ease with essential tips on culture, manners, idioms and multiple meanings Order with confidence, explain food allergies, and try new foods with the menu decoder Save time and hassles with vital phrases at your fingertips Never get stuck for words with the 3500-word two-way, quick-reference dictionary Be prepared for both common and emergency travel situations with practical phrases and terminology Meet friends with conversation starter phrases Get your message across with easy-to-use pronunciation guides Inside Lonely Planet's Cantonese Phrasebook and Dictionary: Full-colour throughout User-friendly layout organised by travel scenario categories Survival phrases inside front cover for at-a-glance, on-the-fly cues Convenient features 5 Phrases to Learn Before You Go 10 Ways to Start a Sentence 10 Phrases to Sound like a Local Listen For - phrases you may hear Look For - phrases you may see on signs Shortcuts - easy-to-remember alternatives to the full phrases QandA - suggested answers to questions asked Covers Basics - time, dates, numbers, amounts, pronunciation, reading tips, grammar rules Practical - travel with kids, disabled travellers, sightseeing, business, banking, post office, internet, phones, repairs, bargaining, accommodation, directions, border crossing, transport Social - meeting people, interests, feelings, opinions, going out, romance, culture, activities, weather Safe Travel - emergencies, police, doctor, chemist, dentist, symptoms, conditions Food - ordering, at the market, at the bar, dishes, ingredients The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Cantonese Phrasebook and Dictionary, a pocket-sized comprehensive language guide, provides on-the-go language assistance; great for language students and travellers looking to interact with locals and immerse themselves in local culture. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet). '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 SynopsisThese expert-curated pocket guide books shine a spotlight on more unusual British city break, coastal and island holiday destinations, with a wealth of practical information on what to see and do. Each area or neighbourhood in the destination is explored in-depth with detailed coverage of the points of interest, shops, restaurants, cafes and bars on offer. Excursions to surrounding areas give plenty of options for those looking to enjoy a longer stay.The Pocket Rough Guide Edinburgh covers: The Old Town, the New Town, the Water of Leith and Greater Edinburgh.Inside this travel guide you will find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERExperiences selection for every kind of trip to Edinburgh, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Dean Village to family activities in child-friendly places, like The Royal Mile, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Arthur's Seat.INCISIVE AREA-BY-AREA OVERVIEWSCovering the Old Town, Royal Mile, Greater Edinburgh and more, the practical Places section provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop.TIME-SAVING ITINERARIESThe routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse, and hidden gems like the Water of Leithand Holyrood Park.DAY-TRIPSVenture further afield to Hopetoun House or Jupiter Artland. This tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive.HONEST INDEPENDENT REVIEWSWritten with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Edinburgh.COMPACT FORMATPacked with pertinent practical information, this is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring Edinburgh.ATTRACTIVE USER-FRIENDLY DESIGNFeatures fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout.PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATIONIncludes invaluable background information on how to get to Edinburgh, getting around, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory.FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all the content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

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Book SynopsisGrowing is a portrait of a young man sent straight out from university to help govern Ceylon. It is doubtful that any Empire at any time has been served by such an intelligent, dutiful, hardworking and incorruptible civil servant as the young Leonard Woolf. He was determined to do what was good but discovered for himself that colonial rule, be it ever so high-minded, is fated to do wrong. Growing is also a deeply affectionate account of the mystery, magic and savage beauty of Ceylon at the turn of the century, an island whose diverse beliefs and cultures Woolf had the time and wit to explore in detail.

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Book Synopsis*Top 10 Sunday Times bestseller*The Pebbles on the Beach was first published in 1954. This newly reissued edition includes a foreword by Robert Macfarlane. There is a handy illustrated guide to identifying pebbles on the reverse of the book jacket.Pebble-hunting is a pleasant hobby that makes little demand upon one''s patience and still less upon one''s physical energy. (You may even enjoy the hunt from the luxurious sloth of a deck chair). One of the true delights of the pebble-seeker is to read the stories in the stones - to determine whence and by what means they came to be there. We must always bear in mind that a pebble is a transient thing. It is in the half-way stage of a long existence . . .This is a book about the simple pleasure of pebble spotting. Clarence Ellis is a charming, knowledgeable and witty guide to everything you didn''t know there was to know about pebbles. He ruminat

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Book SynopsisInsight Guides Flexi Map TokyoLet us guide you on every step of your travels...Designed for easy usage and durability, this map is all you need to explore Tokyo.Get Olympic ready with this durable waterproof Tokyo map. With outlines of Top Attractions and tips on getting around, this is the ideal on-the-move companion for travellers exploring Tokyo during the 2020 Olympics.This easy to use, full-colour, waterproof map is all you need to navigate Tokyo. It also includes dotted highlight sights such as Imperial Palace and Tokyo Skytree, as well as essential information on getting around.Features of this map to Tokyo:- Detailed cartography: produced to the highest cartographic standards, highlighting all the main tourist sights, places to visit and transport networks- Informative text: useful travel information, essential facts about the destination, recommendations for the best places to see and tips for getting around- Easy to use: lightweight and wipe-clean in a handy pocket-size format. Sights linked to the mapping by numbered markers- Laminated finish: durable, weatherproof and easier to fold than conventional paper maps- The main map is at a scale of 1: 16 500- Secondary maps cover around Tokyo and Japan, with a separate Metro map located on the back cover for easy referenceYou may also be interested in: Insight Guides Explore Tokyo, Insight Guides Pocket Tokyo, Insight Guides JapanAbout 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 SynopsisA pocket-sized guide to London's prettiest neighbourhoods, from the creator of the hugely successful Instagram account @prettycitylondonTrade ReviewAn Instagram sensation * Evening Standard *A must-buy for any London dweller * Glamour *Nobody's a greater expert than photographer and urban wanderer @siobhaise * Secret London *

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Book SynopsisA photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Vietnamese. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Vietnam and Vietnamese 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 Vietnamese index help you to find words quickly as you learn.3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in Vietnam 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 Vietnamese culture and enhance your experience of Vietnam, 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 SynopsisVivaro & Trafic panel vans with 1.9 litre (1870cc) and 2.0 litre (1995cc) turbo-diesel engines Also covers major features of Nissan Primastar Does NOT cover petrol models, 2.5 litre diesel engine, ‘Quickshift’/’Tecshift’ auto-shift transmission or features specific to specialist bodywork/conversions Does NOT cover new ranges introduced May 2014

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Book SynopsisSince Bradt first published a guide to Benin over 10 years ago, the country has become more popular with visitors to West Africa. Bradt's Benin remains the original and one of the only comprehensive guides in English to this French-speaking country, arguably the region's best wildlife destination and the birthplace of the much maligned and little understood religion of Vodou (voodoo). This new edition includes coverage of the growing range of eco-travel and community based tourism options that have sprung up in recent years. Also included is more information on the wildlife and national parks of the north which are becoming more popular with general safari tourists, including the Parc National de la Pendjari (now under African Parks Management), increasingly recognised as the closest place to Europe easily to see lions and elephants. A dedicated chapter on Cotonou ensures the capital is covered in full detail, including up-to-date recommendations for places to eat and stay, while the rest of the country is divided into five easy-to-follow chapters, each replete with listings, hotels and restaurants, background and historical text, as well as recommendations on what to see and entertainment. Bradt's Benin also includes a field guide to gods, ghosts and dead people: after all, it's easy here to arrange to have a cup of tea with a wizard and buy spells to make someone love you. And what makes Benin so special from a visitor's perspective is that such characters are a visible part of day-to-day life and encounters with them may well form the backbone of a Benin adventure. But there is more than just storybook magic to this country. It has a huge and varied array of birdlife and two of the finest parks this side of the continent and it is a place in which heart-in-the-mouth encounters with buffalo, elephant and lion are day-to-day events. Whatever your interest, whether it's wildlife, culture, golden sand beaches or tracing your ancestral roots, Bradt's Benin offers comprehensive and extensive travel information for all price bands and is the perfect companion for a successful visit.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction PART ONE GENERAL INFORMATION Chapter 1 Background Information Geography, Climate, Natural history and conservation, History, Government and politics, Economy, People, Language, Education, Voodoo and Beninese culture Chapter 2 Practical Information When to visit, Where to go: highlights and suggested itineraries, Tour operators, Red tape, Getting there and away, Health, Safety, What to take, Money, Budgeting, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating and drinking, Public holidays and festivals, Shopping, Media and communications, Business, Cultural guidelines, Travelling positively PART TWO THE GUIDE Chapter 3 Cotonou History, Highlights, Getting there and away, Orientation, Getting around, Tourist information and local tour operators, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Entertainment and nightlife, Shopping, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Excursions from Cotonou Chapter 4 Southwest Benin Abomey-Calavi, Ganvié, Allada, Ouidah, Possotomè and Lac Ahémè, Comè and Lokossa, Grand-Popo, Hilakondji Chapter 5 Southeast Benin Porto-Novo, Kraké, Sakéte Chapter 6 Central Benin Abomey, Bohicon, Ketou, Dassa-Zoume, Save, Savalou, Bassila Chapter 7 Northwest Benin Djougou, Natitingou, Boukoumbe and the Tata Somba, Tanguieta, Parc National de la Pendjari Chapter 8 Northeast Benin Parakou, N'Dali, Nikki, Kandi, Malanville, Parc National du W Appendix 1 Language Appendix 2 Further Information Index

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Book SynopsisDolman Travel Book of the Year 2012 Between the Orinoco and the Amazon lies a fabulous forested land, barely explored. Much of Guiana seldom sees sunlight, and new species are often tumbling out of the dark trees. Shunned by the conquistadors, it was left to others to carve into colonies. Guyana, Suriname and Guyane Française are what remain of their contest, and the 400 years of struggle that followed. Now, award-winning author John Gimlette sets off along this coast, gathering up its astonishing story. His journey takes him deep into the jungle, from the hideouts of runaway slaves to penal colonies, outlandish forts, remote Amerindian villages, a 'Little Paris' and a space port. He meets rebels, outlaws and sorcerers; follows the trail of a vicious Georgian revolt, and ponders a love-affair that changed the face of slavery. Here too is Jonestown, where, in 1978, over 900 Americans, members of Reverend Jones's cult, committed suicide. The last traces are almost gone now, as the forest closes in. Beautiful, bizarre and occasionally brutal, this is one of the great forgotten corners of the Earth: the Wild Coast.Trade ReviewA completely fascinating book. It opens up a forgotten corner of the world with tremendous flair and shrewd observation -- William BoydWild Coast is funny, intelligent, revelatory * Joseph O’Neill, author of Netherland *A moving, often humorous, and thoroughly enjoyable account that works as both a wartime recollection and travelogue * Booklist *Great for those interested in Guyanese history, or those looking to explore a South America far from the well-trodden Gringo trail -- Ianthe Butt * Real Travel *Gimlette has an eye for a juicy story, a willingness to embark on harebrained journeys and a gleeful way with similes, all of which makes this an entertaining introduction to a forgotten corner of the globe. -- Siobhan Murphy * Metro *Gimlette is an old-school traveller, very British, very cheery. A barrister by trade, the author has an uncanny ability to nail down his characters with a few well-chosen words... Gimlette brings history to life. He artfully merges assiduous research with a storyteller's gift. -- Oliver Balch * Guardian *A fascinating journey... Gimlette's extensive research has given him access to an intoxicating level of detail. -- Tom Hawker * Wanderlust *John Gimlette is sure to secure a name for himself as both a talented writer and a rare traveller who, as documented in the dark chronicles of his book, has visited South America's wild coast and returned apparently unscathed. Fortunately, his writing sculpts an interesting narrative too, and he conveys the region's horror stories with a healthy dose of humour, knowledge, sincerity and poetry... As with all good travel books, the pace of Gimlette's investigations and the idiosyncratic nature of his discoveries, no matter how small, are infectious enough to ensure his account holds its own against these literary greats. * Traveller *Remarkable... Gimlette is, refreshingly, an unfailing enthusiast... Wild Coast is driven by extraordinary dedication, an insatiable curiosity in everything and an enormous empathy for other people. Gimlette's descriptions of landscapes are often hauntingly beautiful, his sense of humour is engagingly dead-pan... His book is characterised by a thoroughness of research that puts most travel writers to shame... a lucid and lively account of a multi-cultural history... A reminder... of the way in which travel literature can still fulfil its role of bringing to life some of the world's unjustly neglected corners. -- Michael Jacobs * Spectator *Writing that races you through faster than you can turn the pages, a story that transports you to a place you barely knew about before, and all done with a relaxed nonchalance which totally disregards the tough travels John Gimlette's Dolman Award winner clearly involved. Before reading Wild Coast my Guianas knowledge could be summarised as 'don't drink the Kool-Aid, don't end up on Devil's Island, but do go there for an Ariane space launch.' I'm way better informed today. -- Chairman of the judges * Tony Wheeler *Fabulously vivid and absorbing -- John Walsh * Independent on Sunday *

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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 SynopsisRenowned travel writer Peter Janssen, has crisscrossed the country to find more than 200 quirky, unusual and beautiful destinations that are off the beaten track and generally unknown – until now! While most probably known to locals, these attractions are often bypassed by visitors heading for more advertised tourist locations. Who was Ready Money Robinson? What is the Fence of Death? Where is Ted’s bottle? Every destination has been photographed, allowing you a sneak peek to decide where to visit on your next New Zealand road-trip.

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Book SynopsisThis expert-curated guide book to Orkney shines a spotlight on a more unusual British city break, with a wealth of practical information on what to see and do. Each area or neighbourhood featured in this Orkney travel guide is explored in-depth with detailed coverage of the points of interest, shops, restaurants, cafes and bars on offer. Excursions to surrounding areas give plenty of options for those looking to enjoy a longer stay. This Orkney guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19.The Pocket Rough Guide to ORKNEY covers: Stromness and around, West Mainland, Hoy, Kirkwall, East Mainland, Lamb Holm, Burray, South Ronaldsay, Rousay, Egilsay, Wyre, Westray, Papa Westray, Eday, Sanday, Stronsay, North Ronaldsay, Shapinsay.Inside this travel guide to Orkney you will find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Orkney, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Stronsay to family activities in child-friendly places, like North Ronaldsay or city breaks in popular tourist areas, like St Magnus Cathedral.INCISIVE AREA-BY-AREA OVERVIEWSCovering Stromness and around, West Mainland, Hoy, Kirkwall, Wyre and more, the practical 'Places' section of this Orkney travel guide provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop.TIME-SAVING ITINERARIESThe routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like Tomb of the Eagles and Maeshowe, and hidden gems like Old Man of Hoy and Castle o'Burrian.DAY-TRIPSVenture further afield to Westray or Egilsay. This travel guide to Orkney tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive.HONEST INDEPENDENT REVIEWSWritten with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Orkney.COMPACT FORMATPacked with pertinent practical information, this Orkney guide book is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring Skara Brae.ATTRACTIVE USER-FRIENDLY DESIGNFresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout this Orkney travel guide.PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATIONIncludes invaluable background information on how to get to Orkney, getting around, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory.FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of this guide book to Orkney to access all the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

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Book Synopsis“An extraordinary tale of derring-do told in a mesmerising new book via fascinating archive pictures – and worthy of a Hollywood movie too.” — Daily Mail "A new book showcasing them all is a fascinating read… The care and dedication that has gone into The Nansen Photographs is obvious." — Amateur Photographer "This epic tome, lovingly and painstakingly put together by Geir O Klover, director of the Fram Museum in Oslo, recounts this expedition using original photos and diary entries." — Black and White Photography In the late 19th century, the Norwegian Artic explorer Fridtjof Nansen undertook a pioneering expedition: he wanted to reach the North Pole with the specially designed ship Fram. The Nansen Photographs recounts this expedition, from the launch in 1890 through to the end of Nansen’s international lecture tour in 1897, using original photographs alongside personal diary entries from Nansen and seven of his crew members. Together, they illustrate in a poignant and sometimes disconcerting way how the expedition members went about their daily lives and conducted their research, the conflicts they faced, and how they ultimately brought their daring undertaking to its successful conclusion. This book brings new life to previously known facts and introduces the reader to hundreds of previously unknown photographs from the expedition. The large format of the book brings the smaller details in the photographs to the forefront, providing new insight into the work and life on board, the equipment and the clothing. Opposing diary entries from Nansen and the men about the same situations show that life on board was not always easy and tell a gripping story of survival and the human condition. Nansen’s lack of empathy and practical skills caused frustration among the men, and several of them resorted to fists to sort out their differences, but nonetheless they all pulled through and set a new standard for arctic expeditions to come. When Nansen leaves the ship for his legendary 18 month journey with Hjalmar Johansen towards the North Pole, we follow both Nansen and Johansen and the crew left on board through their photographs and diaries. The return to Norway and the spectacular celebration is told in detail through photographs, newspaper reports, speeches, menus and ephemera. This stunning 712-page book comes with an illustrated dustjacket and contains 850 photographs and illustrations, 35 ship drawings and 25 maps.Trade Review“An extraordinary tale of derring-do told in a mesmerising new book via fascinating archive pictures – and worthy of a Hollywood movie too.” - Daily Mail"A new book showcasing them all is a fascinating read… The care and dedication that has gone into The Nansen Photographs is obvious." - Amateur Photographer"This epic tome, lovingly and painstakingly put together by Geir O Klover, director of the Fram Museum in Oslo, recounts this expedition using original photos and diary entries." - Black and White Photography

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Book SynopsisMarco Polo Pocket Guide New Zealand: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Explore New Zealand with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the country's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place in New Zealand. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful country has to offer. Discover a unique natural paradise and an amazingly varied landscape - paradise beaches with a Mediterranean climate, frozen glaciers in the high mountains, deep fjords, tangled forests with gigantic trees, thermal areas where the ground boils over and immerse yourself in the exotic appeal of the Polynesian culture of the original Maori inhabitants with this handy pocket New Zealand guide. Your Marco Polo New Zealand Pocket Guide includes: Insider Tips – we show you the hidden gems and little known secrets that offer a real insight into New Zealand. Discover a rainforest and a volcanic desert, go Kiwi spotting or hike close to active craters Best of – find the best things to do for free, the best ‘only in’ New Zealand experiences, the best things to do if it rains and the best places to relax and spoil yourself Sightseeing – all of the top sights are organised by region so you can easily plan your trip Discovery Tours – specially tailored tours that will get you to the heart of New Zealand. Explore by car, take the train or hop on a bike, here are the best tours that will help you enjoy all of New Zealand’s breath-taking scenery New Zealand in full-colour – Marco Polo Pocket Guide New Zealand includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the country to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your trip Get in the holiday mood – before even leaving home, get in to the holiday mood with Marco Polo’s spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendations Pull-out map – we’ve included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide New Zealand to show you around. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything New Zealand has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

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Book SynopsisThis new, thoroughly updated third edition of Bradt''s Falkland Islands remains the only detailed and wide-ranging standalone travel guidebook to this British Overseas Territory and is ideal for independent, cruise-ship and tour-group visitors alike. It includes all recent information needed for a smooth trip, including on restaurants and hotels in Stanley, conservation issues, wildlife-watching trips, history and how to explore beyond the capital. The main islands - East and West Falkland - are covered, as are the smaller Bleaker, Kidney, Sea Lion, Pebble, New, West Point, Carcass, Saunders, Keppel, Weddell, Staats and Beaver islands.Situated in the South Atlantic Ocean, over 500 km from South America, the Falkland Islands are one of the world''s truly wild places, full of unspoilt scenery and wide vistas. A photographer''s delight and a must-visit location for those interested in the wild outdoors, the islands are home to major populations of albatrosses, penguins, dolphins, seals an

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Book SynopsisThe new seventh edition of Bradt's Sri Lanka remains the most detailed and comprehensive guidebook to this alluring island nation. Written by Philip Briggs, one of the world's most experienced and highly regarded guidebook writers, this thoroughly updated guide provides detailed coverage of every aspect of this diverse and compact country, from idyllic tropical coastlines to mist-shrouded tea plantations and time-warped colonial homesteads. Alongside in-depth sections on all major beach resorts, archaeological sites, historic towns and national parks, it introduces adventurous travellers to intriguing lesser-known sites and emergent destinations inaccessible for decades prior to 2009, when the civil war ended. Beach holidays are a year-round attraction, while fantastic Buddhist-affiliated UNESCO World Heritage Sites range from the massive dagobas of Anuradhapura, built in pre-Christian times on a scale rivalling Egyptian pyramids, to Dambulla's exquisitely painted cave temples. Wildlife-viewing opportunities abound, and this guide provides unparalleled, illustrated advice on making the most of these. Asia's densest elephant and leopard populations thrive in an extensive network of national parks, complemented by fine whale and dolphin-watching, and 450 bird species including 30 occurring in no other country. Extensive hotel and restaurant listings, covering everything from exclusive boutique hotels to shoestring homestays, have been cherry-picked based on the author's personal inspection of hundreds of properties countrywide. Sri Lanka's increasingly renowned cuisine features strongly, as does its growing focus on wellness tourism including Ayurveda therapies. This guidebook differs further from competitors by catering for truly independent travellers, providing 70-plus visitor-focused maps covering all major towns and resorts, clear directions for public transport, and off-the-beaten-track information. Following a tourist boom in the south, and the gradual opening of the north and east to independent travel, tourism jumped 15% in the two years to 2018. Following COVID-19 and a 2019 terrorism incident, Sri Lankan tourism is again welcoming visitors, with infrastructure benefitting from recent investment in trains, which provide comfortable, efficient and inexpensive public transport. Whether you're into wildlife, culture, beaches or cuisine - and whether you seek luxury or budget travel - Bradt's Sri Lanka will address your every need for an enjoyable visit to this bewitching and varied country.Table of ContentsIntroduction PART 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Chapter 1 History and Background History, Government and politics, Economy, National flag, People, Language, Religion, Education, Culture Chapter 2 The Natural World Geography and climate, Natural history and conservation Chapter 3 Practical Information When to visit, Itineraries, Tour operators, Tourist information, Red tape, Getting there and away, Security and safety, What to take, Money, Budgeting, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating and drinking, Public holidays and festivals, Shopping, Media and communications, Cultural etiquette Chapter 4 Health and Safety Preparations, Common medical problems, Other safety concerns PART 2 COLOMBO AND SURROUNDS Chapter 5 Colombo History, Orientation, Getting there and away, Getting around, Crime and safety, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Bars and nightlife, Shopping, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Muthurajawela Wetland Sanctuary Chapter 6 The Coast from Negombo to Kalpitiya Negombo, Waikkal, Chilaw and surrounds, Puttalam, The Kalpitiya Peninsula Chapter 7 Inland of Colombo The A1 towards Kandy and Kurunegala, Kurunegala and surrounds, Avissawella and the Kelani Valley Railway Chapter 8 The Western Resort Coast: Bentota, Kosgoda and Hikkaduwa Kalutara and surrounds, Bentota and surrounds, The coast from Kosgoda to Ambalangoda and Madu Wetlands, Hikkaduwa, PART 3 THE CULTURAL TRIANGLE Chapter 9 Dambulla, Sigiriya and Surrounds Dambulla, Historic sites south and west of Dambulla, Sigiriya, Habarana, The elephant parks: Minneriya, Kaudulla and Hurulu Chapter 10 Polonnaruwa History, Orientation, Getting there and away, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Other practicalities, Tour operators and bicycle hire, What to see and do, Around Polonnaruwa Chapter 11 Anuradhapura and Surrounds History, Getting there and away, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Mihintale Monastery, Thanthirimale Temple, Wilpattu National Park PART 4 NORTHERN AND EASTERN PROVINCES Chapter 12 Northern Province Mannar Island, Jaffna Chapter 13 Eastern Province When to visit, Further information, Trincomalee, Pasikuda, Batticaloa, Ampara and Gal Oya National Park, Arugam Bay PART 5 KANDY AND THE HILL COUNTRY Chapter 14 Kandy and Surrounds History, Getting there and away, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Mahiyanganaya and surrounds Chapter 15 High Hill Country: Adam's Peak, Nuwara Eliya and Ella, Hatton, Adam's Peak and Nallathanniya, Nuwara Eliya, Horton Plains National Park, Haputale, Bandarawela, Ella Chapter 16, Low Hill Country: Kitulgala, Ratnapura and Sinharaja Kitulgala, Ratnapura, Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Kanneliya Forest Reserve PART 6 GALLE AND THE DEEP SOUTH Chapter 17 Tissamaharama and the Southern Safari Circuit Embilipitiya, Udawalawe National Park, Wellawaya, Buttala, Kataragama, Tissamaharama, Kirinda, Yala National Park, Bundala National Park, Hambantota Chapter 18, The Southern Resort Coast: Tangalle, Matara and Weligama Bay Tangalle, Towards Matara, Matara and surrounds, Mirissa, Weligama and Midigama Chapter 19, Galle and Surrounds History, Getting there and away, Getting around, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Unawatuna and the Rumassala Peninsula, The coast east to Koggala Appendix 1 Language Appendix 2 Glossaries General glossary, Annotated glossary of key historical, legendary and mythical figures Appendix 3 Further information Index

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Book SynopsisIn 1917 Harry Ferguson developed a method of attaching a wheel-less plough to a tractor to reduce the dangers of the machine overturning. By 1925 the plough was in production in the USA and Ferguson set about developing equipment that would effectively integrate the implement and the tractor.Ferguson teamed up with David Brown to produce the Ferguson-Brown Type A but sales did not meet Harry''s expectations. Following a demonstration of the Ferguson-Brown tractor to Henry Ford, agreement was reached with the Ford Motor Company in the USA to build an improved version of the tractor there. It was launched in 1939 as the Ford-Ferguson 9N. When Ford terminated this arrangement Ferguson entered an agreement with the Standard Motor Company to bring production of what was now described as the Ferguson TE-20, to Britain. The first were built in 1946 and over the next ten years more than 793,000 examples were produced in Britain, France and the USA. With its revolutionary three-point hydraulic linkage, Ferguson had always seen his tractor as part of a complete farming system and by the time the TE-20 was superseded by the FE-35 in 1956, there were more than 100 Ferguson implements designed specifically to couple to the tractor.This is an enlarged and expanded edition, with many new pictures, of the comprehensive history of the TE-20 and the Ferguson System which helped to mechanise and revolutionise farming across the world. Today, with classic tractors a thriving hobby, few machines are more sought after than the TE-20. The book is also a reliable reference guide to finding, restoring and operating the ''little grey Fergie'' some 75 years since the first example was produced.

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Book SynopsisInside Lonely Planet's Pocket Seattle:Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020's COVID-19 outbreakFull-color maps and travel photography throughoutHighlightsand itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missConvenient pull-out Seattle map (included in print version), plus over 21 color neighborhood mapsUser-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organized by neighborhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your timeCovers Downtown Seattle, Pike Place, the Waterfront, Pioneer Square, the International District, SoDo, Belltown, Queen Anne, Lake Union, Capitol Hill, Fremont, Green Lake, Ballard, Georgetown and moreThe Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet's Pocket Seattle an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighborhood by neighborhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Seattle with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all of Seattle's neighborhoods? Check out Lonely Planet's Seattle city guide.Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Western USA guide for a comprehensive look at all that the region has to offer.eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones)Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data chargesEffortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviewsAdd notes to personalize your guidebook experienceSeamlessly flip between pagesBookmarksand speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flashEmbedded links to recommendations' websitesZoom-in maps and imagesInbuilt dictionary for quick referencingAbout Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, 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 phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 12 international magazines, 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 traveler'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 SynopsisThis pocket-sized travel guide to Budapest 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 Buda's Castle Hill, the Danube River, Opera House, as well as hidden gems, including the Great Synagogue. Our Budapest guide book will save you time and enhance your exploration of this fascinating city. This Budapest travel guide has been fully updated post-COVID-19. This Mini Rough Guide to Budapest covers: Buda's Castle Hill and Old Town; Buda riverside; Obuda; Crossing the Danube; Pest; City outskirts and excursions.In this guide book to Budapest you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Budapest, from cultural explorations in Buda's Old Town, to family activities in child-friendly places, like City Park or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like the Hungarian Parliament Building.TOP TEN ATTRACTIONSThis Budapest travel guide covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including Szechenyi Baths, the House of Terror, St. Stephen's Basilica, Margaret Island and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestion.COMPACT FORMATCompact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this guide book to Budapest is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Budapest.HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSIncludes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture of BudapestWHAT 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 Budapest 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 Budapest guide book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

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Book SynopsisThe John Muir Way is one of Scotland’s Great Trails. It runs for 134 miles (215 km) coast-to-coast across central Scotland, from Helensburgh on the Clyde to Dunbar on the North Sea. The route is as suitable for cyclists as for walkers, and it can be tackled as a coast-to-coast expedition or in sections – typically ten for walkers or five for cyclists. Our all-new 2023 third edition includes the latest route updates and features improved mapping with mileage markers along the route and a km grid. The mapping is at 1:75,000 and appears on 20 of its pages. It contains new material and despite having more pages is lighter and more pocketable than the previous edition thanks to perfect binding. It has many fresh photos and the new cover features the Antonine Wall from Bar Hill Fort. The John Muir Way’s appeal ranges from the Charles Rennie Mackintosh architecture of Helensburgh through the scenic grandeur of Loch Lomond, along two famous canals and past the amazing Falkirk Wheel, beside the Roman Antonine Wall, passing Linlithgow Palace, Blackness Castle and the Forth Bridges to the capital glories of Edinburgh. It goes beside the Firth of Forth to reach North Berwick, then heads inland to finish at Dunbar with its ruined castle and the John Muir birthplace.

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Book SynopsisThe definitive two-way guide to the Mallorca GR221 (the Drystone Way): both northbound and southbound routes are described in full. Real Maps: Full mapping inside (1:25,000) by Editorial Alpina. All accommodation is numbered and marked on the maps. 12 different itineraries: schedules of 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 days for hikers and runners. Includes both northbound and southbound itineraries. Difficult calculations of time, distance and altitude gain/loss are done for you. Also includes: - Detailed information on equipment and travelling light - Full accommodation listings: the best hotels and refugis - Everything the trekker needs to know: route, costs, difficulty, weather, travel, and more - Public Transport map and information - Essential info for both self-guided and guided trekkers - Information on the drystone structures along the route - Information on plants and wildlife - History of drystone structures along the route - Numbered waypoints linking the Real Maps to our clear descriptions The GR221 is one of Europe's most beautiful and aspirational treks in Europe. It travels the length of Mallorca's rugged mountain range, the Serra de Tramuntana. Along the way, you find a textbook Mediterranean landscape of azure waters, sandy beaches, rocky coves, all overlooked by rugged limestone peaks. As you pass the numerous drystone structures on the trail, you will learn plenty of the island's fascinating history and you will spend the night in some of its finest villages. This is Spain at its best and it will be an adventure that you will never forget.

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Book Synopsis(Edition updated in 2020) The MICHELIN Deux-Sevres, Vienne local map, scale 1/150,000 is the ideal companion to fully explore these French local areas and provides star-rated Michelin tourist itineraries and attractions, as well as impressive 3D relief mapping. MICHELIN local maps are perfect for cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts with over 20 leisure symbols, extensive coverage of cycling paths and nature trails. With MICHELIN local maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN LOCAL MAPS provide detailed coverage of France are perfect for fully exploring these countries and are also ideal for cyclists. * Impressive & realistic 3D relief mapping * Michelin selected itineraries and must-sees of the area * A clear and comprehensive key with 20 leisure symbols, as well as cycling paths and nature trails. * Star rated tourist sights and attractions cross-referenced with the famous MICHELIN Green Guides. * Plans of main cities and a comprehensive place name index

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Book SynopsisMake your trip to Stockholm extraordinaryKayaking along the city's waterways. A cinnamon bun from a cosy café. Touring maritime history at the Vasamuseet. For a vacation to remember, Stockholm is hard to beat. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.With a brand-new design, beautiful new photography and new inspirational content, this fully updated guide brings Stockholm to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does. Inside, you''ll find trusted travel advice, expert-led insights, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our unique hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the city's buildings and neighbourhoods.You''ll discover:- our pick of Stockholm's must-sees and top experiences- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Stockholm- the best spots to eat, drink

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Book SynopsisThe Neolithic village known as Skara Brae was continuously occupied for about 300 to 400 years, before being abandoned around 2500 BC. Despite severe coastal erosion, eight houses and a workshop have survived largely intact, with their stone furniture still in place. This is the best-preserved settlement of its period in northern Europe, and thousands of artefacts were discovered during excavations of the site. Who lived here? How did they live? And why did they ultimately abandon the village? In this lively account, Dr David Clarke, who led major excavations at Orkney's Skara Brae, describes the details of the site and explores some of the enigmas posed by this extraordinary survival.

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Book SynopsisBritain''s best-loved comic genius Stephen Fry turns his celebrated wit and insight to unearthing the real America as he travels across the continent in his black taxicab. Stephen''s account of his adventures is filled with his unique humour, insight and warmth in the fascinating book that orginally accompanied his journey for the BBC1 series.''Stephen Fry is a treasure of the British Empire.'' The GuardianStephen Fry has always loved America, in fact he came very close to being born there. Here, his fascination for the country and its people sees him embarking on an epic journey across America, visiting each of its 50 states to discover how such a huge diversity of people, cultures, languages, beliefs and landscapes combine to create such a remarkable nation.Starting on the eastern seaboard, Stephen zig-zags across the country in his London taxicab, talking to its hospitable citizens, listening to its music, visiting its landmarks, viewing small-town life and America''s breath-takingTrade Review'A fascinating look at one of the world's most complex and confusing countries, this is a story told with the wit and warmth we expect from Fry.' Stoke on Trent Sentinel ‘A very funny take on life across the pond.’BAA Emporium

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Book SynopsisThis great value, fold-out map uses our instantly recognisable A-Z street mapping and has handy a TfL Tube map on the back for easy access.Published at a scale of 3.5 inches to 1 mile, the map extends out from Highbury in the north to Clapham Common and Lewisham in the south, and from Notting Hill and Barnes in the west to Stratford and Greenwich Peninsula, with the O2, in the east.Postcode districts, one-way streets, the congestion charging zone boundary and safety camera locations with speed limits are all featured on the mapping.This publication is the perfect choice for those wanting the combination of a desirable map area and a compact folded size.At just 3.99 this is a high quality, low price map of London.

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Book SynopsisDanny Wallace is a writer and television presenter, who wears glasses and used to have a cat. His first solo book, Join Me, was described as a 'word-of-mouth phenomenon' by The Bookseller and 'one of the funniest stories you will ever read' by the Daily Mail. His second book, Yes Man - in which he decided to say 'Yes' to everything has been made into a film starring Jim Carrey. It was described as 'hilarious' by more than four national newspapers, and Richard Madeley. Both books were Sunday Times bestsellers. Danny Wallace is PPA's Columnist of the Year 2011. Find out more about Danny at www.dannywallace.com.Trade ReviewThe poster boy for positive thinking * The Guardian *The man's a genius * Davina McCall *Danny Wallace does things few other people would and writes about them in ways that few people could. He's as funny as Bill Bryson used to be -- Nicholas Barber * Independent on Sunday *Funny, engaging read * FHM *Hilarious...wickedly funny...This is a great summer holiday read! * Star Magazine *

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Book SynopsisMike Carter grew up in Birmingham and now lives in south-west London, from where he commutes to his freelance shifts at the Guardian and Observer on a bicycle. Although still married to his motorbike, the capital's traffic jams, speed cameras and bendy buses have somewhat cooled the relationship.Trade Review[Carter is] a likeable and self-deprecating guide, the gentle comedy of his endeavours conceal[s] a vivid portrait of a Britain rarely seen by many city dwellers * Financial Times *A breath of fresh air * Nicholas Crane *A lively road trip round the periphery of Britain that goes to its heart. Wonderful -- William Fotheringham

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Book Synopsis**THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**A compulsively readable account of an African country now virtually inaccessible to the outside world and one journalist''s daring and adventurous journey.When war correspondent Tim Butcher was sent to cover Africa in 2000 he quickly became obsessed with the idea of recreating H.M. Stanley''s famous nineteenth century trans-Africa expedition - but travelling alone. Despite warnings that his plan was ''suicidal'', Butcher set out for the Congo''s eastern border with just a rucksack and a few thousand dollars hidden in his boots. Making his way in an assortment of vessels including a motorbike and a dugout canoe, helped along by a cast of unlikely characters, he followed in the footsteps of the great Victorian adventurers. Butcher''s journey was a remarkable feat, but the story of the Congo, told expertly and vividly in this book, is more remarkable still.A masterpiece' JoTrade ReviewA remarkable, fascinating book by a courageous and perceptive writer. One of the most exciting books to emerge from Africa in recent years -- Alexander McCall SmithAn intrepid adventure. In making and describing this journey, Tim Butcher has followed in the footsteps of Stanley and Conrad. It takes a lot of guts to yomp through the Congo and he obviously has plenty of those. But it is the wit and passion of the writing which keeps you engrossed -- Giles FodenThis is a terrific book, an adventure story about a journey of great bravery in one of the world's most dangerous places. It keeps the heart beating and the attention fixed from beginning to end -- Fergal KeaneA masterpiece -- John le CarreTim Butcher deserves a medal for this crazy feat. I marvel at his courage and his empathy -- Thomas Pakenham

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Book SynopsisGeert Mak spent the year 1999 criss-crossing the continent, tracing the history of Europe from Verdun to Berlin, St Petersburg to Auschwitz, Kiev to Srebrenica. He set off in search of evidence and witnesses, looking to define the condition of Europe at the verge of a new millennium. The result is mesmerising: Mak''s rare double talent as a sharp-eyed journalist and a hugely imaginative historian makes In Europe a dazzling account of that journey, full of diaries, newspaper reports and memoirs, and the voices of prominent figures and unknown players; from the grandson of Kaiser Wilhelm II to Adriana Warno in Poland, with her holiday job at the gates of the camp at Birkenau.But Mak is above all an observer. He describes what he sees at places that have become Europe''s well-springs of memory, where history is written into the landscape. At Ypres he hears the blast of munitions from the Great War that are still detonated twice a day. In Warsaw he finds the pointTrade ReviewFascinating, informative, sometimes exhilarating, often painful, and quite impossible to summarise... This is a splendidly panoramic picture of our common European home, a book to read through and then to dip into frequently... I thoroughly recommend his book -- Allan Massie * Literary Review *A broader travelling history of the whole of Europe's 20th century. As befits a journalist with an eye for bad news, he also has much more to say on its calamitous first half than on its more successful second half... Mr Mak tells this part of the story vividly and in great, gory detail, moving from grim fields of battle (Verdun, Stalingrad) to places of revolution (Petrograd, Berlin), and on to ghastly charnel-houses of death and destruction (Auschwitz, Dresden) * Economist *An ingenious geographical-chronological structure... It's impossible not to get drawn into this book -- Noel Malcolm * Sunday Telegraph *The pace rarely slackens and every page sparkles with insight * Herald *In Europe is not so much a work of history, nor is it strictly a travelogue of the present; it is part of a growing genre that is sometimes referred to as the 'history of the present', but might just as well be the 'presence of the past'. It is undoubtedly a spectacular and beautifully crafted piece of such writing -- Isabella Thomas * Sunday Times *

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Book Synopsis**Sunday Times Bestseller****Book of the Week on Radio 4**''A beautiful book about a part of the modern world which remains genuinely magical' Mark Haddon''One of the most constantly fascinating, but consistently under-appreciated aspects of modern life is the business of flying. Mark Vanhoenacker has written the ideal book on the subject: a description of what it's like to fly by a commercial pilot who is also a master prose stylist and a deeply sensitive human being. This is a man who is at once a technical expert he flies 747s across continents and a poet of the skies. This couldn't be more highly recommended.'' Alain de BottonThink back to when you first flew. When you first left the Earth, and travelled high and fast above its turning arc. When you looked down on a new world, captured simply and perfectly through a window fringed with ice. When you descended towards a city, and arrived from the sky as effortlessly as daybreak.Trade ReviewVanhoenacker is a remarkable writer. In Skyfaring he reveals his passion for flight, the mechanics of planes, the weightless, meaningful geography of the skies and the scent of the cities he flies to. He creates a still, almost poetic point in the turning, travelling world. This mesmerising book will make you view the world differently. All aboard! -- Helen Davies * Sunday Times *[An] ode to the wonder of flight in the tradition of the great pioneer pilot-author Antoine de Saint Exupéry and Charles Lindbergh... flying remains a magical business -- Charles Bremner * The Times *Mr Vanhoenacker, fortunately for his readers, has lost none of his sense of wonder at the miracle of flight itself... a beautifully observed collection of details, scenes, emotions and facts from the world above the world * The Economist *Mr Vanhoenacker, fortunately for his readers, has lost none of his sense of wonder at the miracle of flight itself... a beautifully observed collection of details, scenes, emotions and facts from the world above the world * The Economist *A description of what it’s like to fly by a commercial pilot who is also a master prose stylist… This is a man who is at once a technical expert – he flies 747s across continents – and a poet of the skies. This couldn’t be more highly recommended -- Alain de BottonA beauty. For so many flying has become humdrum: a bus journey to be endured then forgotten, not enjoyed and recalled. Vanhoenacker makes it wondrous again. -- David Sexton * Evening Standard *Beautifully... simply put. Vanhoenacker's prose has a functional eloquence that carries the reader along for the ride. -- Geoff Dyer * The Guardian *Reminds us of the magic of aviation... full of information that is wonderful in its simplicity -- Erica Wagner * The New Statesman *[An] endlessly surprising, strikingly original book... combines intelligence and sensitivity with an "outward-looking introspection" * Intelligent Life *Not since Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s classic Vol de Nuit…has there been such a fantastic book about flying… Skyfaring takes the genre to a whole new level. I found myself turning over the corners of almost every page with excitement and admiration -- Giles Foden * Condé Nast Traveller *

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Book SynopsisBetween 1929 and 1935 Evelyn Waugh travelled widely and wrote four books about his experiences. In this collection he writes, with his customary wit and perception, about a cruise around the Mediterranean; a train trip from Djibouti to Abyssinia to attend Emperor Haile Selassie''s coronation in 1930; his travels in Aden, Zanzibar, Kenya and the Congo, coping with unbearable heat and plagued by mosquitoes; a journey to Guyana and Brazil; and his return to Addis Ababa in 1935 to report on the war between Abyssinia and Italy. Waugh''s adventures on his travels gave him the ideas for such classic novels as Scoop and Black Mischief.Trade Review[a] humorous account of an agreeable young man's peregrinations in picturesque lands * The New York Times *

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Book SynopsisThe second volume in Tim Robinson''s phenomenal Connemara Trilogy - which Robert Macfarlane has called ''One of the most remarkable non-fiction projects undertaken in English''. The first volume of Tim Robinson''s Connemara trilogy, Listening to the Wind, covered Robinson''s home territory of Roundstone and environs. The Last Pool of Darkness moves into wilder territory: the fjords, cliffs, hills and islands of north-west Connemara, a place that Wittgenstein, who lived on his own in a cottage there for a time, called ''the last pool of darkness in Europe''. Again combining his polymathic knowledge of Connemara''s natural history, human history, folklore and topography with his own unsurpassable artistry as a writer, Tim Robinson has produced another classic.A native of Yorkshire, Tim Robinson moved to the Aran Islands in 1972. His books include the celebrated two-volume Stones of Aran. Since 1984 he has lived in Roundstone, Connemara.''The Proust & Ruskin of modern place-writing, deep-mapper of Irish landscapes, visionary thinker, and human of exceptional intellectual generosity & kindness. He was an immense inspiration to & encourager of me & my work'' Robert Macfarlane''A masterpiece of travel and topographical writing and a miraculous, vivid and engrossing meditation on landscape and history and the sacred mood of places'' Colm Tóibín, Irish Times''One of the greatest writers of lands ... No one has disentangled the tales the stones of Ireland have to tell so deftly and retold them so beautifully'' Fintan O''Toole Trade ReviewAn astonishing and almost infinitely provocative work ... it is a rare pleasure to be among those engaged in the salvage of so rich a treasure -- John Burnside * Irish Times *One of the most remarkable non-fiction projects undertaken in English -- Robert Macfarlane * Spectator *A masterpiece of travel and topographical writing and a miraculous, vivid and engrossing meditation on landscape and history and the sacred mood of places -- Colm Tóibín * Irish Times Books of the Year *Reading Tim Robinson on Connemara is almost as good as being there - better in some ways * Irish Examiner *An imperishable monument to the West * Irish Independent *

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Book SynopsisThe triumphant conclusion to Tim Robinson''s extraordinary Connemara trilogy, which Robert Macfarlane has called ''one of the most remarkable non-fiction projects undertaken in English''. Robinson writes about the people, places and history of south Connemara - one of Ireland''s last Gaelic-speaking enclaves - with the encyclopaedic knowledge of a cartographer and the grace of a born writer. From the man who has been praised in the highest terms by Joseph O''Connor (''One of contemporary Ireland''s finest literary stylists''''), John Burnside (''one of the finest of contemporary prose stylists''), Fintan O''Toole (''Simply one of the best non-fiction prose writers currently at work'') and Giles Foden (''an indubitable classic''), among many others, this is one of the publishing events of 2011 and the conclusion of one of the great literary projects of our time.''One of the greatest writers of lands ... No one has disentangled the tales the stones of Ireland have to tell so deftly and retold them so beautifully'' Fintan O''Toole''He is that rarest of phenomena, a scientist and an artist, and his method is to combine scientific rigour with artistic reverie in a seamless blend that both informs and delights.'' John Banville, Guardian''The Proust & Ruskin of modern place-writing, deep-mapper of Irish landscapes, visionary thinker, and human of exceptional intellectual generosity & kindness. He was an immense inspiration to & encourager of me & my work'' Robert Macfarlane''A masterpiece of travel and topographical writing, and an incomparable and enthralling meditation on times past ... This perfectly pitched work opens readers up to the world around them'' Sunday Times ''Will endure into the far future ... He knows this world as no one else does, and writes about it with awe and love, but also with measured grace, an artist''s eye and a scientist''s sensibility'' Colm Toibin, Sunday Business Post Books of the Year ''Anyone willing to get lost in this book will be left with indelible mental images of places they may never have visited but will now never forget'' Dermot Bolger, Irish Mail on SundayTrade ReviewA masterpiece of travel and topographical writing, and an incomparable and enthralling meditation on times past ... This perfectly pitched work opens readers up to the world around them * Sunday Times *Robinson is a marvel ... the supreme practitioner of geo-graphy, the writing of places -- Fintan O'Toole * Observer (Books of the Year) *He is that rarest of phenomena, a scientist and an artist, and his method is to combine scientific rigour with artistic reverie in a seamless blend that both informs and delights. -- John Banville * Guardian *Remarkable * The Times *He is the nearest thing we have to a living legend, this side of Famous Seamus - one of the few people from our world whose name will still be known a century on * Irish Times *Tim Robinson is the Proust of the western seaboard, a Ruskin of the isles * New Statesman *Will endure into the far future ... He knows this world as no one else does, and writes about it with awe and love, but also with measured grace, an artist's eye and a scientist's sensibility -- Colm Tóibín * Sunday Business Post (Books of the Year) *An extraordinary monument * Irish Independent *Anyone willing to get lost in this book will be left with many indelible mental images of places they may never have visited but will now never forget -- Dermot Bolger * Irish Mail on Sunday *Captivating * Independent *Breathtaking ... the West of Ireland has found its ultimate laureate -- Patricia Craig * TLS *

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Book SynopsisThe Great Railway Bazaar is Paul Theroux's account of his epic journey by rail through Asia. Filled with evocative names of legendary train routes the Direct-Orient Express, the Khyber Pass Local, the Delhi Mail from Jaipur, the Golden Arrow to Kuala Lumpur, the Hikari Super Express to Kyoto and the Trans-Siberian Express it describes the many places, cultures, sights and sounds he experienced and the fascinating people he met. Here he overhears snippets of chat and occasional monologues, and is drawn into conversation with fellow passengers, from Molesworth, a British theatrical agent, and Sadik, a shabby Turkish tycoon, while avoiding the forceful approaches of pimps and drug dealers. This wonderfully entertaining travelogue pays loving tribute to the romantic joys of railways and train travel.

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Book SynopsisPopular and portable, The Paris Mapguide-now in its second edition-contains everything visitors need to know to enjoy themselves in, get the best out of, and find their way around Paris. Its colorful, informative maps are easy to read and convenient to handle-no unfolding necessary. As terrific as the easily readable maps are, however, there is much more here. Packed into these 64 pages is a surprising amount of information about the many different sights and activities to see and do in and around the City of Light.

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Book SynopsisEnjoy Europe''s most incredible outdoor adventures.Kayaking past tumbling waterfalls in Croatia and spotting endangered bison in Poland, hiking through mountainous Montenegro and gazing upwards at fiery giants in Spain -there''s nothing quite like being in the great outdoors. Covering over 150 different activities, Outdoor Europe will have you itching to get back to nature.Bursting with beautiful images, this inspirational book rounds up Europe''s most incredible outdoor experiences, covering everything from birdwatching and forest bathing to scuba diving and wild swimming. Each activity has its own mini chapter, containing an introduction on the activity itself followed by several suggestions for the best places across Europe to do the activity.Get to grips with nature, by discovering:- A beautifully designed gift book that showcases Europe''s most incredible outdoor experiences.- Covers over 200 different outdoor adventures, from stargazing to wild swimming.- 50 main entries each focusing on a specific activity.- 3-4 smaller follow-on entries will showcase other great places in Europe to do the same activity- Stunning photography throughout.- Inspirational guide for anyone planning their own European outdoor adventure.Throughout the book, the places you''ll explore are vividly brought to life thanks to information on each landscape''s unique history, culture, seasons, and flora and fauna. Features both laid-back, relaxing activities and epic adventures, making this title perfect both for those who already love getting outside and want more inspiration, and for those planning their first foray into the outdoors.We''ve also included top tips on the best time to go, what to pack and photography, as well as suggestions for things to spot along the way. Whether you''re already expert at exploring wild places or are planning your first foray, this book is packed with ideas for immersing yourself in the great outdoors. It''s ideal for armchair travellers who want to experience intrepid adventures from the comfort of home and learn more about Europe''s great outdoors.

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Book SynopsisTranquil valleys, rugged coastline, rolling farmland: France is the perfect destination for a road trip to remember. With Road Trips France, it''s yours to explore.Featuring 24 wonderful drives across the country and packed with detailed driving instructions and practical information, this easy-to-use guide helps you discover France at its best. Inside, you will find: 24 easy-to-follow scenic driving tours, each lasting one to five days A laminated pull-out road map of France, which helps you navigate with ease Ways to see more of each area en route, including great viewpoints, delightful detours, walks through historic towns and villages, outdoor activities, and various tours and trips. Our pick of the best places to stay, eat and shop Rules of the road addresses for satnavs, detailed directions for easy navigation, road conditions and parking tips, and useful travel, visa an

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