Travel & Transport Books
Michelin Travel Publications Brussels Michelin City Map 9207
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£5.95
Michelin Travel Publications Seville Michelin City Map Laminated 9218
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£5.95
Penguin Books Ltd The Old Patagonian Express
Book SynopsisSetting off in his hometown, and ending up ''almost at the end of the world'', Paul Theroux''s The Old Patagonian Express is a travel writing tour de force from one of the masters of the genre contains a new preface by the author in Penguin Modern Classics.''The journey, not the arrival, matters''The Old Patagonian Expresstells of Paul Theroux''s train journey down the length of North and South America. Beginning on Boston''s subway, he depicts a voyage from ice-bound Massachusetts to the arid plateau of Argentina''s most southerly tip, via pretty Central American towns and the ancient Incan city of Macchu Pichu. Shivering and sweating by turns as the temperature and altitude rise and plummet, he describes the people he encountered - thrown in with the tedious, and unavoidable, Mr Thornberry in Limón and reading to the legendary blind writer, Jorge Luis Borges, in Buenos Aires. Witty, sharply observed and beautifully written, this is a richly evocative account of travelling to ''the end of the line''.Paul Edward Theroux (b. 1941) is an American travel writer and novelist, born in Medford, Massachusetts. Among his best known works of travel-writing are The Great Railway Bazaar (1975), The Old Patagonian Express (1979), and Riding the Iron Rooster (1985). Theroux has published numerous works of fiction, some of which have been adapted into films, including The Mosquito Coast (1981), a 1986 film directed by Peter Weir and starring Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren. Theroux is the father of British documentary filmmaker Louis Theroux, and the uncle of American actor and screenwriter Justin Theroux.If you enjoyed The Old Patagonian Express, you might like Antoine de Saint-Exupéry''s Wind, Sand and Stars, also available in Penguin Modern Classics.''One of the most entrancing travel books written in our time''Financial Times''Travel writing at its most accomplished''Sunday Telegraph
£10.44
Penguin Books Ltd Down an Out in Paris and London
Book SynopsisDeals with the underworld of society. In this book, the author documents a world of unrelenting drudgery and squalor - sleeping in bug-infested hostels and doss houses of last resort, working as a dishwasher in Paris' vile 'Hotel X', surviving on scraps and cigarette butts, living alongside tramps, a star-gazing pavement artist and more.
£9.49
Penguin Books Ltd Travels with Herodotus
Book SynopsisTravels with Herodotus records how Kapuscinski set out on his first forays to India, China and Africa with the great Greek historian constantly in his pocket. He sees Louis Armstrong in Khartoum, visits Dar-es-Salaam, arrives in Algiers in time for a coup when nothing seems to happen (but he sees the Mediterranean for the first time). At every encounter with a new culture, Kapuscinski plunges in, curious and observant, thirsting to understand its history, its thought, its people. And he reads Herodotus so much that he often feels he is embarking on two journeys the first his assignment as a reporter, the second following Herodotus' expeditions.
£10.44
Penguin Books Ltd I Dreamed of Africa
Book SynopsisKuki Gallmann was born near Venice and moved to Kenya in 1972 with her husband and young son. Following their deaths, she set up the Gallmann Memorial Foundation to promote new ways of combining development and conservation, and to provide sponsorship for the education of Kenyans. I Dreamed of Africa was first published in 1991 to international acclaim and it became a world-wide bestseller. Her subsequent books, African Nights and Night of the Lions, were also published by Penguin. She lives in Kenya with her daughter and her dogs.Trade ReviewPowerful, poetic, unbearably moving: I wept * Clare Francis *'This is a book that belongs on a shelf with the memoirs of Olive Schreiner, Elspeth Huxley, Beryl Markham – and with Out of Africa Judith ThurmanMs Gallmann captures perfectly the magic of Kenya, creating an almost overwhelming picture of beauty and drama, pain and joy, death and resurrection . . . Vividly reminiscent of Isak Dinesen * New York Times *
£10.44
Simon And Schuster Group USA Australia The East
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£22.94
APA Publications The Rough Guide to the Peloponnese Travel Guide
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£11.99
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Triumph
Book SynopsisAn iconic piece of design and style - and a gold standard in motorcycle engineering - the Triumph has roved through the twentieth century, making its mark in hearts and minds.Founded in Coventry in1885, Triumph Engineering had humble beginnings, importing bicycles and sewing machines. Little did anyone know that in the coming years the company would birth an historic series of motorcycles that have lit up the arenas of racing, popular culture and even warfare for well over a century.To this day, the iconic model names - the Bonneville, the Daytona - evoke excitement and admiration all over the world.But as brilliant as the bikes are, the stories behind them are even better: Triumph have blazed a trail across the silver screen, being ridden by stars like Steve McQueen and Marlon Brando in classic movies. They have sped round the world’s most famous racetracks and scorched to numerous land speed records. And, of course, Triumph motorcycles, including the ‘Trusty Triumph’, were used in both the First and Second World Wars by the Allies - forging their legend forever as the bikes that truly can do it all.In this enthralling book, esteemed motorcycle journalist, editor of Bike magazine and lifelong rider Mike Armitage reveals the story of a true British heritage brand, told in all its high-octane glory.
£16.00
Bedford Square Publishers Why We Travel
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£11.04
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Boston
Book SynopsisTravel is good for us. It makes us happy!Escape more, celebrate more, "weekend" more with DK travel guides and create memories that last a lifetime.Each of our books is jam-packed with gorgeous pictures, helpful maps and expert insights, making them totally comprehensive, really easy to use, and full of ideas and inspiration. And we know what we're doing we've been publishing guides for over 30 years. So forget the ordinary. Travel extraordinary.
£17.99
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Top 10 Istanbul
Book SynopsisTravel is good for us. It makes us happy!Escape more, celebrate more, "weekend" more with DK travel guides and create memories that last a lifetime.Each of our books is jam-packed with gorgeous pictures, helpful maps and expert insights, making them totally comprehensive, really easy to use, and full of ideas and inspiration. And we know what we're doing we've been publishing guides for over 30 years. So forget the ordinary. Travel extraordinary.
£9.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Family Cars of the 1970s 688 Shire Library
Book SynopsisThe 1970s was a critical decade for the British motor industry. A downward spiral in industrial relations led to crippling strikes, two major oil crises made thirsty older designs virtually unsaleable, and foreign manufacturers moved in with products that were affordable, reliable and available on demand. Britain''s roads became more cosmopolitan than ever, and manufacturers both British and foreign contributed to an array of models that has become symbolic of the era. The Morris Marina, the Ford Cortina, the Vauxhall Chevette; the VW Golf, the Renault 12, the Peugeot 504 all are fondly remembered to this day, to a degree that might have seemed unlikely at the time of their manufacture. This is a fully illustrated history of the cars trimmed with chrome and upholstered in leg-scorching vinyl that were on offer to the British family of the 1970s.Table of ContentsPreface / Introduction / The Market Leaders: Ford and Vauxhall / Built in Britain: British Leyland and Chrysler / French and Italian Flair / The Sensible Choices: German and Swedish / Eastern Promise: the Soviet Bloc and Japan / Appendix / Places to Visit / Further Reading / Index
£8.54
Emons Verlag GmbH 111 Places in Chicago That You Must Not Miss
Book SynopsisExplore the Windy City in an entirely new way with this unique and newly updated guide to 111 compelling places that may surprise even native Chicagoans. Adventures await you, from the glamorous to the gritty.
£13.29
Bradt Travel Guides South American Handbook
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£22.50
Atria Books The Final Frontiersman Heimo Korth and His Family
Book SynopsisHundreds of hardy people have tried to carve out a living in the Alaskan bush, but few have succeeded as consistently as Heimo Korth. In The Final Frontiersman, Heimo''s cousin James Campbell chronicles Korth''s amazing life and adventures, creating a powerful, real-life epic of triumph and tragedy. Campbell spent two years witnessing firsthand the Korth family: Heimo, his wife Edna and their teenage daughters Rhonda and Krin. With impressive detail, the author recounts an everyday existence shaped by a harsh and unforgiving country. In their efforts to preserve the ecology of the land, the Korths lead a nomadic life, waiting patiently for the odd small plane to bring supplies and cultivating hard-earned hunting skills that are all that stand between them and lingering death. By turns inspiring and downright jolting, THE FINAL FRONTIERSMAN reads like a rustic version of the American Dream, in which the physical barriers of a stunning wilderness are no obstacle to forging a life outsideTrade Review"What makes this more than just a profile of a fascinating personality is Campbell's deft weaving of Alaskan history into Korth's tale." -- Publishers Weekly"[One of] the greatest life-or-death tales ever told." -- Esquire"Campbell makes the case that an increasingly urban America -- and its desires for oil, for timber, for neat and packaged wilderness -- is killing and, worse, forgetting the frontier we once worshiped." -- The New York Times"The Final Frontiersman is an icily gripping, intimate profile that stands up well beside Krakauer's classic, and it stands too, as a kind of testament to the rough beauty of improbably wild dreams." -- Men's Journal"Heimo Korth and his family face down more adventures in a typical week than most of us experience in a lifetime. A terrific first book -- by turns inspiring and unnerving and never less than wholly absorbing." -- Bill Bryson, BOMC judge, writing in the Book-of-the-Month Club News
£13.45
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Austria
Book SynopsisTravel is good for us. It makes us happy!Escape more, celebrate more, "weekend" more with DK travel guides and create memories that last a lifetime.Each of our books is jam-packed with gorgeous pictures, helpful maps and expert insights, making them totally comprehensive, really easy to use, and full of ideas and inspiration. And we know what we're doing we've been publishing guides for over 30 years. So forget the ordinary. Travel extraordinary.
£13.49
Little, Brown Book Group The House on Carnaval Street From Kabul to a Home
Book SynopsisI hadn''t been planning on making Mexico my new home, but the little house on the sea was all that I had left . . . Intimate, honest and touching, this is the story of Deborah Rodriguez''s often hilarious journey of self-discovery. Forced to flee her life in Afghanistan, she leaves behind her friends, her possessions and her two beloved businesses: a hair salon and a coffee shop.But life proves no easier ''back home''. After a year living in California where she teeters on the edge of sanity, Deborah makes a decision: she''s going to get the old Deb back. So, at the age of forty-nine, she packs her life and her cat, Polly, into her Mini Cooper and heads south to a pretty seaside town in Mexico. Home is now an unassuming little house on Carnaval Street.If you liked Eat, Pray, Love you will love The House on Carnaval Street. Rodriguez''s story speaks to every woman, mother, sister, wife - to anyone who has ever questionTrade ReviewReaders who fell in love with Rodriguez's chronicle of life in Afghanistan [The Kabul Beauty School] will surely revel in this candid, intimate tale of starting over in middle-age in a new country * Kirkus Reviews *Fans of Rodriguez's brash and honest tone will thoroughly enjoy this next installment in her remarkable story * Publishers Weekly *This inspirational read is bound to appeal to anyone contemplating their second or third act * Booklist *
£10.44
New Heroes & Pioneers The Weekender Paris
Book SynopsisIntroducing Weekender: Paris, your passport to a chic 72-hour escape in the heart of Paris. This meticulously curated volume unveils the hidden treasures of the city, focusing on the vibrant neighborhoods of Canal Saint Martin and Marais.
£21.25
The History Press Ltd Red for Danger
Book SynopsisA classic work that must be included in the library of any railway enthusiastTrade ReviewRailway enthusiasts should consider it essential.
£14.39
The History Press Ltd With Scott in the Antarctic
Book SynopsisEdward Wilson (1872-1912) accompanied Robert Falcon Scott on both his celebrated Antarctic voyages: the Discovery Expedition of 1901-1904 and the Terra Nova Expedition of 1910-1913.Wilson served as Junior Surgeon and Zoologist on Discovery and, on this expedition, with Scott and Ernest Shackleton he set a new Furthest South on 30 December 1902. He was Chief of Scientific Staff on the Terra Nova Expedition and reached the South Pole with Scott, Lawrence Oates, Henry Robertson Bowers and Edgar Evans on 18 January 1912, arriving there four weeks after the Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen. Wilson and his four companions died on the return journey. Trained as a physician,Wilson was also a skilled artist. His drawings and paintings lavishly illustrated both expeditions. He was the last major exploration artist; technological developments in the field of photography were soon to make cameras practical as a way of recording journeys into the unknown. This biography, the first full account of the Antarctic hero, traces his life from childhood to his tragic death.
£14.99
The History Press Ltd The Tractor Story
Book SynopsisThe book covers over 100 years of tractor development and features more than 100 different tractors. The first steam engines on wheels which used belts to drive farm machinery developed into traction engines, used on farms by pulling a plough on cables between two engines. In the 20th century, stationary internal combustion engines, such as the Clutterbuck, began to be put on wheels and moved around a farm to drive threshing machines by belt. Dozens of small companies grew up around the world following their own lines of development. Most lasted only a short time. Firms like Allis-Chalmers, Benz, Lloyd, Jelbart, Glasgow, Fordson, Bates and Hart-Parr are famous names which have faded away or been taken over. A few companies, such as Case and Massey, started in the middle of the 19th century and continue today on a global scale. John Deere started making ploughs in 1837 and is now the largest manufacturer in the world. Some developments have caused a giant leap forwar
£9.49
The History Press Ltd Great French Passenger Ships
Book SynopsisBeginning in 1912 with the four-funnel France, the nostalgic voyage continues with the great and grand transatlantic liners of the French Line, the CGT.
£16.99
APA Publications The Mini Rough Guide to Kos Travel Guide with
Book SynopsisThis mini pocket Kos travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Kos. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility. In this Kos guidebook, you will find:- Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photos- What's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to know- Things not to miss in Kos - Casa Romana, climbing Hristos Peak, windsurfing, Bros Thermá hot springs, 'Magic' beach, volcanic Caldera, sunset behind Telendos, Italian architecture, scuba-diving in Leros, Agiou IoannouTheologou monastery- Three unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect tour- Food and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiences- What to do in Kos - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlife- Practical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist information- Overview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Kos and around- Greek section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local language- Striking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughout- Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook- Coverage includes: the northeast coast: Lambi to Bros Therma, northwest coast resorts: Tingaki to Mastihari, Andimahia, Kardamena and Plaka, south-coast beaches: Polemi to Kefalos, Kefalos - the wild west, around Mt Dikeos
£7.59
Editions Flammarion The Most Beautiful Villages of France
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£14.41
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Santa Fe Surrounds
Book SynopsisLuscious photographs document the greater Santa Fe, New Mexico area. This book is a visual essay of this Land of Enchantment. It is the perfect souvenir book for tourists, or a great gift idea from locals hoping to lure visitors. Over 200 fabulous color photographs provide a comprehensive depiction of the sights that are distinctly Santa Fe. Enjoy views of the rugged mountains, Taos, and Spanish-style buildings of downtown Santa Fe, Abiquiu, and much, much more.
£20.69
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc How to Rebuild and Restore Classic HarleyDavidson
Book SynopsisThis book focuses on the nuts and bolts of classic Harley ownership, from chassis to bodywork, from wheel to wheel.
£26.25
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc How to Rebuild and Restore Classic Japanese
Book SynopsisEverything you need to know to restore or customize your classic Japanese motorcycle.Whether you want to correctly restore a classic Japanese motorcycle or create a modified, custom build, you need the right information about how to perform the mechanical and cosmetic tasks required to get an old, frequently neglected, and often long-unridden machine back in working order. How to Rebuild and Restore Classic Japanese Motorcycles is your thorough, hands-on manual, covering all the mechanical subsystems that make up a motorcycle. From finding a bike to planning your project to dealing with each mechanical system, How to Rebuild and Restore Classic Japanese Motorcycles includes everything you need to know to get your classic back on the road.Japanese motorcycles have been the best-selling bikes in the world since the mid-1960s, driven by the big four: Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki. Of course certain bikes have always had a following - Honda CB750, 305 Hawk, CB400-4, Benly; Suzuki GT750, Katana, GS1000S; Yamaha XS650, RD400 Daytona, TZ; Kawaski H1, H2, Z1R - and these have now become the blue-chip Japanese bikes leading collectors to seek out more common (and now more affordable) alternatives.This is the perfect book for anyone interested in classic Japanese motorcycles, as well as prepping a bike to build a cafe racer, street tracker, or other custom build.
£21.00
APA Publications The Rough Guide to Dordogne and the Lot Travel
Book SynopsisIdeal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Dordogne and the Lot, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility. Inside this Dordogne and the Lot travel book, you'll find:- Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one- Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests- Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more- Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities- Seasonal tips - when to go to Dordogne and the Lot, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip- Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - St-Cirq Lapopie, Abbaye de Cadouin, canoeing, Château de Najac, Parc Naturel Régional des Causses du Quercy, Monpazier, Rocamadour, Les Eyzies caves, Sarlat-la-Canéda, Lalbenque truffle market, Gouffre de Padirac, vineyards- Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment- Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Dordogne and the Lot- Language essentials - a handy French dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals- Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Dordogne and the Lot, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust- Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide- Coverage includes: Périgueux, Bergerac, Sarlat, Périgord Noir, The Upper Dordogne valley, Rocamadour, The Lot valley, South of the River Lot
£19.49
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc How to Build a Traditional Ford Hot Rod
Book SynopsisBuild your own flathead roadster just as it would have been built in the 1950s! Using a 1929 Ford Model A, this guide follows its construction from start to fantastic finish. Bishop begins with a wealth of expert advice on planning your project, finding traditional parts, and acquiring the tools, time, space, and services needed. From frame, front suspension and steering, to brakes, engine and transmission, Bishop''s expert approach is fully illustrated with specially commissioned photos and line drawings.Trade Review“What makes the book so valuable is the way that Bishop and Tardel explain to the reader not only what they are doing, but the logic behind the decision to do each different aspect of the car a certain way. From picking an intake manifold to deciding on the proper brakes and even choosing the best Flathead block, Vern Tardel’s many years of experience in building Ford hot rods is free for the price of a softbound book … Thinking about building a hot rod? This book is a great resource.” - Ol’ Skool Rodz,
£20.79
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc billylaneshowtobuildoldschoolchoppersbobbersandcus
Book SynopsisBilly Lane is a star among the high-profile custom chopper builders, and in this book, he offers many of his secrets for building a chopper that will stand out in a crowd. It also covers custom-building beyond the chopper genre, including the building of 'bobbers,' an old-school style of custom that has been revived as a hot trend.
£25.19
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc McQueens Motorcycles
Book SynopsisMcQueen's Motorcycles takes a close look at the unique bikes that McQueen raced and collected. Any true McQueen or motorcycle fan will love this focused look inside McQueen's garage.Trade Review"the motorbike icon is brought back to life in this book with superb stories and plenty of emotive pictures" * Auto Express *"This is a good read and even better to flick through slowly, and to dream." -- Bill Noyce * Ride *"the text is detailed and entertaining" * Octane *
£20.79
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc The Original Wild Ones Tales of the Boozefighters
Book SynopsisGet an inside look at the real beginning of outlaw biker culture with this “raucous and heartfelt recounting of the early days of biker clubs” (Roadbike). The story starts one weekend in 1947, at a motorcycle race in Hollister, California. A few members of one club, the no-holds-barred “Boozefighters,” got a little juiced up and took their racing to the street. Word of the fracas spread, and soon enough Life magazine was on hand to tell the world, with sensational (albeit posed) pictures of the outlaws. And then the “Hollister riot” made its way into the movies, immortalized in Marlon Brando’s “The Wild One.”What was the reality behind the myth? Through interviews with the surviving members of the Boozefighters, current member Bill Hayes and club historian Jim “JQ” Quattlebaum take readers right into the fray for a firsthand account of what happened in Hollist
£14.44
APA Publications Insight Guides Portugal Travel Guide with eBook
Book SynopsisThis Portugal guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with enticing photos that will inspire excitement for your travels. Printed on eco-friendly paper for sustainability. In this Portugal travel guidebook, you will find:- Top Attractions and Editors' Choice - must-visit highlights including Évora, Algarve, Sintra, Lisbon, Vila Nova de Milfontes, Coimbra, The Alentejo Wine Route, showcasing the best of what Portugal has to offer- In-depth coverage of attractions - detailed narrative descriptions of sites and hidden gem destinations, all organised by geographical location- When to go to Portugal - guidance on the perfect times to visit, with details on the high and low seasons, climate and festivals- Practical travel information - essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shopping- Insider recommendation - top tips on beating the crowds, saving money and finding the best local spots- Engaging essays thoughtful features on the country's history, culture, contemporary life and politics give a deeper understanding- High-quality maps - detailed maps, featuring must-see places organised by number and corresponding to text- Striking pictures - inspirational photography on every page- Colour-coded chapters - each chapter is assigned a unique colour, aiding in easy navigation- Free download of eBook - after purchasing the printed guidebook, you'll also have access to a free download of the eBook- Coverage includes: Lisbon, Estoril and Cascais, Sintra, Setúbal and the Arrábida, Peninsula, Algarve, Alentejo, Estremadura and Ribatejo, Coimbra, Porto, The Douro Valley, Costa Verde And The Minho, Trás Os Montes, Madeira, The Azores
£20.24
The History Press Ltd Discovering Britains First Railways
Book SynopsisDiscovering Britain’s First Railways is devoted to the history, rediscovery and exploration of Britain’s first railways, examining its network of over 1,500 miles of horse-drawn tramroads and waggonways.
£9.49
The History Press Ltd The VW Camper Story
Book SynopsisWhat Europe needed after the Second World War was an ultra-reliable workhorse to get small businesses on the move again. And, with a little nudge from the Dutch, that's what Volkswagen provided in 1950 with its Transporter van. It was no fireball, but rock-solid quality meant it always delivered the goods.
£9.49
Little, Brown Book Group Gladys Reunited
Book SynopsisFrom the author of BETWEEN THE STOPS and TOKSVIG''S ALMANACIn the Autumn of 1971, having been thrown out of a rather fancy private school, Sandi Toksvig was sent to the only remaining option - Mamaroneck High School, New York. She was thirteen years old and that year changed her life. Sandi auditioned and was chosen for the lead role in a production of The Skin of our Teeth by Thornton Wilder. Three girls were cast in the part of Gladys Antrobus, playing her at different ages of her life, and Sandi was the youngest. The three actresses soon became known as the Gladys'' and this was the beginning of a friendship with a group of females that still influences her to this day. Soon all the girls in the cast and crew were becoming members of The Gladys Society. In the end there were twelve of them.GLADYS REUNITED records Sandi''s travels in America catching up with her eleven fellows. It is a biography, a travel journal and a portrait of American women today. It''s about friendship but also about Sandi herself, as she explores the origins of her career as a performer and her sense of national identity - where exactly does she fit?Trade ReviewShould not be read while eating, or in public, for fear of becoming helpless with laughter and having concerned passers-by call the men in white coats to cart you away * BOOKS MAGAZINE *Touching and funny account of our favourite Great Dane going back to the America of her childhood and searching for its survivors * THE WEEK *Toksvig slices through absurdity with incisive wit. Her acid comments and quotes on "Dubya" alone are worth the read... Toksvig has learnt to strike pure and true. And if she can be entertaining along the way, so much the better. * IRISH TIMES *
£10.44
Little, Brown Book Group Long Way Round
Book Synopsis''A highly readable and spiritually uplifting book about a dream come true'' Wanderlust ''Touching and memorable ... one for armchair travellers and bike freaks'' Daily MailFrom London to New York, Ewan and Charley chased their shadows through Europe, the Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Russia, across the Pacific to Alaska, then down through Canada and America. But as the miles slipped beneath the tyres of their big BMWs, their troubles started. Exhaustion, injury and accidents tested their strength. Treacherous roads, unpredictable weather and turbulent politics challenged their stamina. They were chased by paparazzi in Kazakhstan, courted by men with very large guns in the Ukraine, hassled by the police, and given bulls'' testicles for supper by Mongolian nomads. And yet despite all these obstacles they managed to ride more than twenty thousand miles in four months, changing their lives forever in the process. As they travelled they documented their trip, taking photographs, and writing diaries by the campfire. Long Way Round is the result of their adventures - a fascinating, frank and highly entertaining travel book about two friends riding round the world together and, against all the odds, realising their dream.Trade ReviewBoth McGregor and Boorman prove themselves to be engaging, articulate and entertaining narrators ... a highly readable and spiritually uplifting book about a dream come true WANDERLUST Touching and memorable ... one for armchair travellers and bike freaks DAILY MAIL Barry Forshaw, AMAZON.CO.UK 'It's like Michael Palin but with added sex appeal.'
£10.44
The History Press Ltd Sleep No More
Book SynopsisThis powerful collection of stories of the supernatural combines L.T.C. Rolt''s writing talent with his unparalleled knowledge of Britain''s industrial heritage to produce tales of real mystery and imagination. This haunting anthology takes the reader on a journey from Cornwall to Wales and from the hill country of Shropshire to the west coast of Ireland. ''The House of Vengeance'', set in the Black Mountains of South Wales, tells what happens when a walker becomes lost and disorientated as the mist falls, while in ''The Gartside Fell Disaster'' an old railwayman recounts the terrible night when the ''Mountaineer'' came to grief. Alongside these are twelve other tales of elemental fears and strange and inexplicable happenings. First published in 1948, this enduring collection will appeal to all those who, like Tom Rolt, are passionate about the backdrop of our industrial landscape and will delight and terrify anyone who loves a good old-fashioned ghost story.
£11.69
Ebury Publishing Sharks Fin and Sichuan Pepper
Book SynopsisA modern classic by Britain''s foremost expert on Chinese food.Follow Fuchsia on her fascinating journey of discovery as she explores China and its culture through first-hand experiences of the country's extraordinary culinary customs. The award-winning cook and food writer vows to eat everything offered to her on arriving in China (however unusual!), covering an eclectic range of weird and wonderful dishes, from dog meat, civet cats, scorpions and rabbit heads, to the ovarian fat of the snow frog! In this unforgettable food and travel memoir spanning the vibrant markets of Sichuan to the desert oases of Xinjiang, Fuchsia seeks to discover if it's really possible for a Westerner to become a true convert to the Chinese cuisine Trade ReviewThe best writer in the West - and perhaps in the world - on Chinese food -- Bee WilsonBritain's most informed Sichuan food expert -- Terry Durack * Independent *I, for one, am grateful to be living in an era when I can read Fuchsia Dunlop's erudite writing. Her latest, Shark's Fin and Sichuan Pepper is filled with personal and humorous observations that make for fascinating reading. It is not only a memoir about food but also of culture from one of the world's oldest civilisations. -- Ken HomFuchsia Dunlop is not just one of the world's experts on Chinese regional food, but a beautiful writer too. You can almost smell the Sichuan pepper and fish fragrant aubergines wafting off every page. She captures Sichuan life with a keen eye and elegant pen, at a time where China was on the cusp of opening up to the West. It's as evocative and eloquent picture of Chinese food and culture as you'll ever read, quietly erudite yet utterly addictive. -- Tom Parker BowlesFuchsia has a rare ability to convey an encyclopaedic knowledge of Chinese cuisine in a compelling and totally delicious way; this is a great book -- Heston Blumenthal
£11.69
White Star Japan
Book SynopsisThis volume tells the story of Japan in an unconventional way, laying out what makes it a unique place in our world. People no longer look to printed guides for addresses or technical information before travelling: there are excellent apps for that. Those who love travelling today, want to discover the culture of a place; the mythical stories that made (and make) it great; the places of worship (both religious and cultural); and any relevant insights that help them feel in the know as they envision their itinerary. Each book in the Travel Coolture series is divided into about 10 chapters, each delving into a specific theme that defines a place's identify presented through short texts rich in content, jaw-dropping photographs, and enthralling tidbits that enable them to feel the place, before they see it.
£17.09
Orion Publishing Co The Golden Door
Book SynopsisBritain''s most readable journalist takes on his biggest challenge - America.Where were you when John F. Kennedy was shot? Today the answer more often than not is going to be ''not born''. You have to be some way past 45 to know where you were when Kennedy was shot in Dallas in 1963. A generation later, you could ask the same question about the World Trade Centre. Where were you when the plane hit the twin towers on 11 September 2001? But this book is about what happened between those two moments. The world''s perception of America changed between those two waves.A.A. Gill''s book is about the things he''s always found admirable and optimistic about the United States and its citizens. Two of the happiest times of his life were spent living in New York and the mountains of Kentucky. The contrast between the two couldn''t have been more complicated and different. The America he found was contradictory and elusive, not the simpletons'' place he''d been led to Trade ReviewA.A. Gill sees things very differently, and in this collection of penetrating and abrasive essays he takes issue with any number of lazy cliches. * THE MAIL ON SUNDAY *This immensely entertaining collection of pieces inspired by Gill's love and knowledge of America provides a welcome reminder of his gift for sharp, clever and vigorous prose. In all of them, he shows his skill in fusing cultural and historical knowledge, personal anecdotes and trenchant opinions. * THE SUNDAY TIMES *
£9.49
The History Press Ltd The Flying Scotsman Story
Book SynopsisFew locomotives are as widely known or excite so much interest as Flying Scotsman. Thus began Flying Scotsman’s fame, which only continued as the locomotive broke records, becoming the first to exceed 100mph in 1934 and taking the longest journey of any steam locomotive in 1988–89.
£9.89
Headline Publishing Group The Man Who Ate the World
Book Synopsis''Nobody goes to restaurants for nutritional reasons. They go for experience, and what price a really top experience?''What price indeed? Fearlessly, and with huge wit and knowledge and verve, award-winning food writer Jay Rayner has searched the world for the perfect meal. Sparing neither his wallet nor his digestive system, he has been to places, met people and eaten things the rest of us can only fantasize about. From Las Vegas and London to Moscow and Tokyo, the result is an enormously entertaining and informative romp through the world''s best - and worst - restaurants.Trade Review'Thoroughly entertaining and often hilarious' * Heston Blumenthal *'Laugh out loud funny' * Charles Spencer, Guardian *'A witty world tour of gastronomic culture from Las Vegas to Tokyo and everywhere worth visiting in between' * Scotland on Sunday *'Brilliant' * Observer *'A genuine book... not a collection of recycled articles, but a piece of vivid food and travel writing based on research' * Observer Review *
£10.44
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Vintage Trailer Voyeur
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£27.19
National Geographic Maps Redwood National and State Parks Day Hikes Map
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£13.46
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Harlem Street Portraits
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£34.84
AVEdition Boutique Homes: Handpicked Vacation Rentals
Book SynopsisThis interactive book presents a curated collection of more than 60 uniquely designed boutique homes, brought together by the founders and authors of the eponymous brand. The composition of excellent architecture and design staged with stunning photography, showcases an international 'best of the best' selection. This is further divided into chapters: beach and cliff houses; architectural gems; chic and cheap; updated history; urban retreat; country living; emotional luxury; unplugged; cabins; and spaces for family and friends. The book and complementary app for iPhones is more than an exciting and glamorous source of inspiration. Each of the shown houses and apartments is also available for rent, and can be experienced in all its glory.
£41.25
