Travel & Transport Books
Heartwood Publishing Lanzarote Marco Polo Pocket Travel Guide with
Book SynopsisLet Marco Polo Lanzarote guide you around this beautiful island. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants and ideas for travel with kids with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Let Marco Polo show you all this Canary Island has to offer.
£9.49
Eland Publishing Ltd A Dragon apparent Travels in Cambodia Laos and
Book SynopsisTrade Review"one of the best post-war travel books and, in retrospect, the most heart-rending" The Observer
£11.69
Sunflower Books Southern Peloponnese: 5 car tours, 50 long and
Book SynopsisThe go-to Southern Peloponnese travel guide for discovering the best walks and car tours. Strap on your boots and discover the Southern Peloponnese on foot with the Sunflower Southern Peloponnese travel guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. The Sunflower Southern Peloponnese guide is indispensable for hiking in the Peloponnese or seeing the Peloponnese by car. There are hidden landscapes throughout mainland Greece, but the region which packs the most variety into the smallest space is the Peloponnese. From the beaches of Arcadia to the fir forests of Mt Parnon, from the olive groves of Kalamata to the pyramidal peak of Prophet Elijah, from classical Sparta to medieval Mani, this compact semi-island has it all. Though the ancients called it � 'the island of Pelops', after their mythical king, this three-fingered landmass is joined to the mainland by a narrow isthmus at Corinth. Only in the 19th century was a canal finally cut through the isthmus, but it retains the cultural diversity and spectacular scenery of the mainland. Because there's so much to discover, the author has drawn an east-west line roughly through the middle of the Peloponnese, and limited the book to the southern half. By good fortune, this contains its highest mountain range (Mt Taygetus), its finest Byzantine chapels and medieval forts (in the Mani), its wildest seascapes (Capes Tainaron and Maleas), its largest forest (Mt Parnon) and, arguably, some of its loveliest beaches (Pylos, Kiparissi and Elafonisos, to name just a few. Whatever your age or ability we've got some glorious walks and car tours to ensure you have a memorable holiday in the southern Peloponnese. Inside the Sunflower Southern Peloponnese guide book you'll find: * 50 long and short walks for all ages and abilities - each walk is graded so you can easily match your ability to the level of walk * Topographical walking maps - give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain with a scale of 1:50 000 * Free downloadable gps tracks - for the techies * Satnav guidance to walk starts for motorists * 5 car tours and fold-out touring map - for easy reference on your tour * Strolls to idyllic picnic spots - enjoy our recommendations for where to picnic along the way * Timetables for public transport - ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid hiring a car on your holiday * Online update service for the latest information Whether you tour the islands by car or explore on foot, we look forward to showing you around.
£14.24
Penguin Books Ltd Rome
Book SynopsisThis beautifully written, informative study is a portrait, a history and a superb guide book, capturing fully the seductive beauty and the many layered past of the Eternal City. It covers 3,000 years of history from the city's quasi-mythical origins, through the Etruscan kings, the opulent glory of classical Rome, the decadence and decay of the Middle Ages and the beauty and corruption of the Renaissance, to its time at the heart of Mussolini's fascist Italy. Exploring the city's streets and buildings, peopled with popes, gladiators, emperors, noblemen and peasants, this volume details the turbulent and dramatic history of Rome in all its depravity and grandeur.Table of ContentsPart 1: myths, monarchs and republicans; imperial Rome; bread and circuses; catacombs and Christians; infamy and anarchy; saints, tyrants and anti-popes; "the refuge of all the nations"; Renaissance and decadence; patrons and parasites; the sack of Rome. Part 2: recovery and reform; Bernini and the Baroque; il settecento; Napoleonic interlude; the Risorgimento and the Roman question; royal Rome; Roma fascista; epilogue - the eternal city. Part 3: notes on topography, buildings and works of art.
£18.70
CarTech Inc How To Build Horsepower
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£25.60
The Crowood Press Ltd Alfa Romeo Alfasud: The Complete Story -
Book SynopsisLaunched in 1971, the Alfasud was an all-new departure for Alfa Romeo, both in its design and its execution and became the best-selling model in the history of Alfa Romeo . Originally it was developed with the dual intentions of launching the company into large volume production and providing a more affordable model than their highly regarded sports cars. However, its story was far from straightforward. Although respected for its technically brilliant design and universally praised for its ride and handling, the model never quite reached its full sales potential and its reputation was marred by problems that could not have been foreseen. With over 240 colour photographs, the book includes a brief history of Alfa Romeo to the end of the 1960s. The development of the Alfasud’s design and the political reasons for building a new factory are given along with the car’s reception from both the press and owners. The evolution of the model from initial prototypes, to the improvements to build quality and performance, including the Giardinetta and Sprint variations are covered as well as Alfasuds in competition. The political and labour problems, as well as the early quality control issues are discussed. Finally, there are numerous specification tables, performance data, chassis numbers, engine codes and colour charts.Trade ReviewThe Alfasud's convoluted tale has rarely been appropriately told outside Italy, as English-speaking authors have generally stuck with a nauseating mix of unsubstantiated rumors and cheap jokes. Thankfully, author Chris Martin proves to be an exception and a very welcome one at that. The depth of his research on the topic is evident throughout the 176 pages of his book, which perfectly fulfills its title promise and can undoubtedly be regarded as the best English-language book available on this subject. -- Matteo Licata * Roadster-Life *This is a welcome addition to the Alfasud canon because it is a comprehensive look at the history of the model, as well as setting the context for its development by including introductory chapters on the history of the company. -- Amatori Alfa reviewer * Amatori Alfa magazine of the Australian Alfa Romeo Owners Club *Its full of solid facts .. and perhaps, the most interesting aspects of this book are the descriptions of the political, industrial and quality problems that surrounded the car. -- Ted Pearson * Auto Italia magazine *Everything you could possible want to know about Alfa's groundbreaking small car including the politics, the BMW-disguised prototypes, and the many aftermarket performance conversions. Utterly fascinating. -- Classic Cars reviewer * Classic Cars *This is not your normal automobile hagiography and answers a lot of questions that begin with ‘why.’ Why was the Alfasud necessary? Why was it designed by Rudolf Hruska? Why was it not built at Arese? Why was it built in Naples? Why were there so many problems with the labor force and factory? What was unique about the design? Why were the Russians blamed for the rust problems? Chris nailed almost all of these questions in a very convincing manner, well researched and interesting to read. It is all there, “The Problems, Rust, Strikes, Politics and Corruption.” Many of us had heard that cheap Russian steel was at the core of the problem, but this is not supported by facts. Martin’s conclusions seem much more likely, though harder to swallow. -- Pete Vack, Velocetoday.com * VeloceToday.com *
£22.50
Michelin Editions des Voyages The World - Michelin rolled & tubed wall map
Book SynopsisEducational and decorative, this World wall map is ideal for use in both home and office. Updated and beautifully coloured, this wall map highlights the flags for each country and includes statistical information on population, surface area and density. This maps also shows country boundaries, main cities and capitals for each country. Encapsulated and presented on a scale: 1/1/28,500,000, size 100 x 144 cm. Our maps are regularly updated even if the ISBN does not change. (Edition updated in 2017)
£16.14
Michelin Editions des Voyages La Reunion - Zoom Map 139: Map
Book Synopsis(Edition updated in 2017) The MICHELIN zoom map La Réunion is the ideal travel companion to fully explore this French tourist destination thanks to its easy-to-use format and its scale of 1/80,000. The map covers the areas and cities of St Denis, St Pierre. The Zoom collection are characterized by the high precision of their detailed scale, specially adapted for very touristy areas or with a high density road network, including new developments and industrial areas. In addition to clarity, reliability and up-to-date information, all Michelin cartography features include a wealth of practical information: places and monuments of tourist interest, picturesque tours, areas for sports and leisure activities ... Useful plans of cities and a practical index of localities. Also the maps contain places of interest and signposting of tracks for bicycles and green-ways. MICHELIN ZOOM MAPS are perfect to discover major tourist areas, with a high level of details in an easy to use format. They nicely complement our Michelin Guides and include: * Various leisure activities, such as water parks, tourist trains, horse racing, etc * Scenic routes and tourist sights crossed referenced with the famous Michelin's Green Guides * Camping sites information from Michelin's Camping Guides * Hotel information from the world famous MICHELIN Guides
£7.49
HarperCollins Publishers Collins Bird Guide
Book SynopsisThe ultimate reference book for bird enthusiasts – now in its third edition.Trade ReviewReviews of the previous editions: ‘The best just got better’ Birdwatch ‘The richest, most comprehensive of the current guides.’The Times ‘This book will surely become our standard guide for many years to come.’ BBC Wildlife ‘…buy this book, read it in the bath, keep it in the car boot and use it.’ Bird Watching
£24.00
AA Publishing AA Road Atlas Spain Portugal
Book SynopsisRoad atlas covering Spain and Portugal, including 50 city street plans and 10 large scale approach maps. Features include distance chart and travel information, map legends and page title in 12 European languages and GBP10 off European Breakdown cover offer.
£17.99
Lonely Planet Global Limited Lonely Planet The Sustainable Travel Handbook
Book SynopsisThis practical and inspiring guide, the latest in our popular Handbook series, motivates travellers to take a responsible approach to the impact of travelling. Whether you’re looking to reduce your carbon emissions, enjoy more a responsible wildlife-watching experience, harness culinary tourism for good or enjoy an eco-friendly city break, this guide has got you covered.Packed with easily-digestible advice compiled by a sustainable travel expert, eco-conscious travellers will be introduced to a wide variety of destinations offering culture, wildlife, luxury, adventure, wellness and much more, as well as subjects such as the development of electric transport, how to reduce your plastic waste and the best ways to visit explore sacred indigenous culture respectfully. With top five and top ten lists discussing the best places to hike, volunteer, scuba dive and snorkel responsibly, as well as where to enjoy sustainable safaris, family trips and the best ways to give back when you travel, no stone is left unturned in this 168-page guide to ethical tourism. Destinations discussed include relatively off-the-map regions of the world, including Guyana, Palau and Siargao in the Philippines, as well as more well-known places, such as Costa Rica, Uruguay and Jordan.
£11.69
Crecy Publishing Chapelon: Genius of French Steam
Book SynopsisThe name Andre Chapelon will be known to everyone with an interest in the development of the steam locomotive. Put simply he was a genius, head and shoulders above all others in the field of steam locomotive design. This is not to belittle the skills and capabilities of men like Churchward, Stanier, Gresley and Bulleid. Indeed the latter acknowledged the influence of Chapelon on his work.In his native France, Chapelon transformed the steam locomotives of various French railways from often mediocre machines into high performers surpassing the capabilities of similar machines used in other European countries at the time. He was responsible for both rebuilds as well as new designs. His work was disrupted by World War II, but his importance was reasserted in 1946 with his superb 4-8-4 No 242 A 1 capable of producing a continuous output of 5,500hp, a remarkable achievement.Colonel Roger''s book on Andre Chapelon, originally published in 1972, has been difficult to obtain for many years. It remains the best and most detailed biography of the man and his work. It is both a readable and accessible guide to the life and achievements of a man whom few would disagree was the foremost steam locomotive engineer the world has ever seen.Related TitlesThe Somerset & Dorset from the Footplate9781909328921 9.95The LMS Turbomotive9781909328525 27.95Gresley''s Legacy9780711034617 25.00
£8.54
Tuttle Publishing Japan Travel Journal Notebook: 16 Pages of Travel
Book SynopsisCreate a memento of your trip to Japan that you'll cherish forever!If you're planning a trip to Japan this travel journal is a must-have, from the planning stages to the end of your vacation. The book opens with 16 pages of beautiful, full-color photos, maps and illustrations in scrapbook style, which not only provide useful information about Japan's top tourist destinations, but will also inspire you in your own scrapbooking and journaling. Use the 106 blank pages, alternately plain and lined, to record your own memories of your trip in words and pictures. The journal finishes with 4 pages of Japanese words and phrases that will come in handy as you explore this fascinating country! pages 1-16: Travel information including subway maps & must-see destinations, such as: Tokyo, Harajuku and Meiji Shrine, Kyoto's Top Temples, Himeji Castle, and many more! pages 17-123: Alternate plain and lined blank pages for sketching, scrapbooking, notes and journaling pages 124-127: Useful words and phrases in Japanese Includes an interior back pocket for safekeeping tickets, momentos, and more
£12.95
Wild Things Publishing Ltd Wild Swimming Walks South Wales: 28 lake, river,
Book Synopsis28 magical walks through some of Wales' most popular mountain, lowland and coastal areas (the Brecon Beacons, Gower and Wye Valley). Classic walks that link multiple swim stops. Beautiful photography, engaging stories and all the practical information you need: directions, route maps and downloadable instructions. The sixth in the best-selling series. * Ascend to south Wales' highest tarn and peak and descend through a valley of secret waterfalls * Walk through woodland gorges carved by cascades * Find secret low tide bays and giant rock pool lagoons * Follow bucolic river valleys dipping as you walk
£13.49
Amaurea Press Better Broken Than New: A Fragmented Memoir
Book SynopsisFollowing a successful career as an award-winning, best-selling novelist, in 2004 Lisa St Aubin de Teran retreated to a remote village in northern Mozambique. There she found her own African roots, founded a charity, and confronted new challenges. Much has been written about her life and escapades with a trio of Venezuelan exiles, life on an Andean hacienda, her return to literary fame, and two decades living in a crumbling Umbrian palace. But despite all the media hype about her, she managed to hide much of her actual life. Now, like the Japanese art of kintsugi, in this new memoir Lisa puts the shattered pieces of her life back together, filling in many of the dramatic, and often scandalous, gaps. While her life has been said to be stranger than fiction, it is fiction that has kept her afloat. This autobiography sets the record straight and shows a writer who for over half a century has enjoyed following her dreams, even when those dreams outdistanced her reach.Trade Review"Lisa St Aubin de Teran writes with extraordinary vividness and clarity... She faces reality with a courage and skill that left me not knowing which to admire more: her gift as a writer or that she had the guts to carve out a place for herself in such an unforgiving world." (Independent) "Sensual, impressionistic prose that recreates vividly her experiences." (The Times) "An extraordinary woman... if you encountered her as a character in a novel, you'd want to read on." (Express) "She has the surrealist's gift for making the mundane exotic." (Financial Times) "Combines a powerful sense of place with an unusually compassionate understanding of human complexity." (Daily Telegraph) "The author has an enviable narrative gift, and there is something magical about her deployment of it." (Guardian) "A spellbinding storyteller." (The Listener)
£16.96
APA Publications Pocket Rough Guide Florence Travel Guide with
Book SynopsisThis compact, pocket-sized Florence travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of Florence. It''s light, easily portable and comes equipped with a pull-out map.This Florence guidebook covers: Piazza del Duomo; Piazza della Signoria; West of the centre; North of the centre; East of the centre; Oltrarno; The city outskirts and Fiesole.Inside this Florence travel book you will find:- Curated recommendations of places - main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas- Things not to miss in Florence - Bargello, The Duomo, San Marco, Santa Maria Novella, Museo dell''Opera del Duomo, Palazzo Medici-Riccardi, Cappella Brancacci, Uffizi, San Lorenzo, Santa Croce- Ready-made itineraries samples - created for different time frames or types of trip- Florence at a glance - an overview map of Floren
£8.99
Trailblazer Publications Peru's Cordilleras Blanc & Huayhuash - The Hiking
Book SynopsisAll the information you need to hike or bike your way through Perus's Cordilleras Blanca and Huayhuash, the 2nd most popular tourist region after the Inca Trail. This spectacular region boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in the Andes, and offers the most accessible high mountain trekking and biking in the world. Perfect pyramidal peaks, gargantuan ice falls and turquoise alpine lakes are all easily reached from Huaraz, the region's capital and centre of tourist comforts. This practical guide contains 50 detailed route maps and descriptions covering 20 hiking trails and more than 30 days of paved and dirt road cycling. Trekking – includes the classic treks: Huayhuash Circuit, Santa Cruz and Alpamayo Base Camp, as well as lesser known, wild walks in valleys which see few visitors. Ranging from easy day hikes to challenging routes of 10 days or more, all can be trekked independently or in guided groups. Cycling – includes a loop of Peru’s highest mountain - the Huascaran Circuit - as well as four other multi-day rides and five day-cycles from Huaraz. Covers all the information cyclists need to pedal past glaciers on 6000m peaks or fly down 2500m descents from high passes. Mountain-biking – includes 2 detailed downhill routes and information on organising guides to lead you through the labyrinth of exciting singletrack to be found in the area. Lima, Huarez and gateway towns – hotels, restaurants, what to see, street plans Trade ReviewReviews for 1st edition: 'Detailed route maps and practical information' THE GREAT OUTDOORS; 'Inspirational routes' ROUND THE WORLD CYCLIST, STEPHEN FABES; 'Guide to a region north-west of Lima that's often neglected by Brits in favour of the Inca Trail, but it has some of the world's finest trekking and mountain biking.' THE INDEPENDENT, SIMON CALDER;
£16.19
Cicerone Press Mountain Walking in Snowdonia: 40 of the finest
Book SynopsisA guidebook to 40 mountain walks exploring Eryri (Snowdonia), Wales. Graded by difficulty, the routes cover the whole of the national park and range from easy to strenuous, with the majority falling into the ‘moderate’ and ‘strenuous’ categories. Four routes call for low-grade scrambling.Included are 38 walks of between 5 and 20km (3–13 miles), which can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours, plus a challenging two-day traverse of ‘the Welsh 3000s’ – the 15 Welsh summits over 3000ft. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket Handy route summary table to help you choose an appropriate route Access and parking information provided for each route Geology, history, wildlife and a Welsh–English glossary Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Geology History Wildlife Getting there Getting around Where to stay When to go Equipment Mountain rescue Using this guide Place names The Carneddau Walk 1 Tal y Fan Walk 2 Aber Falls and the Northern Carneddau Walk 3 Cwm Eigiau Horseshoe Walk 4 The Southern Carneddau Walk 5 Cwm Llafar Horseshoe The Glyderau Walk 6 Gallt yr Ogof and Y Foel Goch Walk 7 Glyderau from Pen-y-Gwryd Walk 8 Tryfan by the North Ridge and Heather Terrace Walk 9 Tryfan Without Fears Walk 10 Cwm Bochlwyd and Glyder Fach Walk 11 Y Garn and the Devil's Kitchen Walk 12 Elidir Fawr and Y Garn Betws-y-Coed Walk 13 Llyn Crafnant and Llyn Geirionydd Walk 14 Llyn y Parc and Conwy View Snowdon Walk 15 Moel Eilio Horseshoe Walk 16 Snowdon Horseshoe Walk 17 Snowdon via Miners' Track and PyG Track Walk 18 Lliwedd via Miners' Track and Y Gribin Walk 19 Snowdon via the Watkin and the Rhyd Dhu Paths Walk 20 Yr Aran Eifionedd Walk 21 Cwm Pennant and the Moel Hebog Ridge Walk 22 Mynydd Mawr Walk 23 Nantlle Ridge Siabod and the Moelwyns Walk 24 Moel Siabod Walk 25 Aberglaslyn Gorge and Llyn Dinas Walk 26 Cnicht and Cwm Croesor Walk 27 The Moelwyns The Rhinogs Walk 28 Rhinog Fawr by the Roman Steps Walk 29 Rhinog Fach and Y Llethr Dolgellau, Cadair Idris and the South Walk 30 Precipice Walk, Dolgellau Walk 31 Cadair Idris by the Pony Path Walk 32 Cadair Idris from Minffordd Walk 33 The Dolgoch Falls and Tarrenhendre Bala Walk 34 Rhobell Fawr Walk 35 Cwm Cywarch Horseshoe and Aran Fawddwy Walk 36 Traverse of the Aran Ridge Walk 37 Arenig Fawr and Moel Llyfnant Walk 38 Cadair Berwyn and Pistyll Rhaeadr The Welsh 3000s Day 1 Snowdon and the Glyderau Day 2 Carneddau Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Welsh/English glossary Appendix C Useful contacts
£13.46
Cicerone Press The Camino Ingles and Ruta do Mar: To Santiago de
Book SynopsisGuidebook to the Camino Inglés and Ruta do Mar camino routes through north-west Spain to Santiago de Compostela. The 116km Camino Inglés begins in Ferrol in Galicia and takes around a week to complete. It offers reliable waymarking, pilgrim facilities, and the opportunity to earn the Compostela certificate on completion. An alternative start in A Coruña gives a walk of 73km. The Ruta do Mar from Ribadeo provides a 190km coastal link between the Camino del Norte and the Camino Inglés. A newly recovered camino, its pilgrim infrastructure and waymarking is less well developed, but for those seeking solitude it offers striking scenery along a wild coastline. The book also includes an overview of a continuation route from Santiago to 'the end of the world' at Finisterre on the Atlantic coast. The guidebook presents the route in stages of a day's walking. In addition to the route description, there is full information on facilities, food and lodging, 1:100,000 scale maps of the route and town maps for key locations. With notes on preparation and planning, travel and equipment, a list of useful sources of information, and a glossary, the book is an indispensable companion for any one walking these caminos.
£13.46
APA Publications Insight Guides Pocket Nice, Cannes & Monte Carlo
Book SynopsisInsight Guides Pocket Guide Nice, Cannes & Monte CarloTravel made easy. Ask local experts.The definitive pocket-sized travel guide, now with free app and eBook.Compact, concise and packed full of essential information about where to go and what to do, this is an ideal on-the-move guide for exploring Nice, Cannes and Monte Carlo. From top tourist attractions like the Promenade des Anglais, La Croisette and the Musee Matisse, to cultural gems, including the picture-perfect hilltop village of Mougins, the glorious views of Nice from the Colline du Chateau and the atmospheric Italianate maze of narrow streets and coloured campaniles of Vieux Nice, plan your perfect trip with this practical, all-in-one travel guide. Features of this travel guide to Nice, Cannes and Monte Carlo:- Inspirational itineraries: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, highlighted with stunning photography- Historical and cultural insights: delve into these cities' rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions- Practical full-colour map: with every major attraction highlighted, the pull-out map makes on-the-ground navigation easy- Key tips and essential information: from transport to tipping, we've got you covered- The ultimate travel tool: download the free app and eBook to access all this and more from your phone or tablet- Covers: Nice; Cannes; Monaco; ExcursionsLooking for a comprehensive guide to France? Check out Insight Guides France for a detailed and entertaining look at all the country has to offer.About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
£6.64
Hodder & Stoughton Eat, Gay, Love: Longlisted for the Polari First
Book Synopsis**LONGLISTED FOR THE POLARI FIRST BOOK PRIZE**'You've never read a travel memoir like this before' The Sunday Times, 'Pride Culture Guide''Sweet and fun, with real emotional depth and a rousing, feisty spirit'Matt Cain***In the spring of 2012, Calum finds himself single again after his relationship of six years comes to an end. Heartbroken, unhappy and unsure of what to do next, he leaves the hometown he has been in all his life to embark on a journey that takes him all around the world, from teaching in a school on the outskirts of Rome to exploring the sex clubs of Berlin, to raising tigers in an animal sanctuary deep in the jungles of Thailand. Along the way, he meets LGBT+ people from all walks of life and every part of the rainbow - from an Italian teenager struggling with a homophobic father to a kathoey navigating life as a trans person in Thailand, to a young HIV-positive man living on the streets of London. Their individual stories, not only of hardship and sorrow but also of profound strength and hope, show the breadth and depth of queer life and experience, shedding light on themes such as homophobia, sexual violence, marriage equality and gender identity. Through these meetings and friendships, Calum not only finds the encouragement to embrace life after heartbreak, but also discovers a beautiful, loving global community who support and uplift him through the best and worst moments of his time on the road. A travel memoir with a difference, Eat, Gay, Love is a celebration of the power of community and a personal tribute to the extraordinary lives of LGBT+ people everywhere in the world.
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Dumfries Galloway Pocket Map
Book SynopsisHandy little full colour map of Dumfries & Galloway.Main features of this map include: Clear mapping Main tourist attractions located and described Ideal for touring with sights, places to stay, cafe/restaurant, golf courses, things to do all on the map Essential travel information Index to places of interest and place namesEssential for those planning a trip around southwest Scotland.
£999.99
Eland Publishing Ltd The Way of the World
Book SynopsisReborn from the ashes of a Pakistan rubbish heap, this volume tells of a friendship between a writer and an artist, forged on an impecunious, life-enhancing journey from Serbia to Afghanistan in the 1950s.
£11.69
Universe Publishing Spectacular Scotland
Book SynopsisBreathtaking photography captures the soul and passion of this spectacular land of bagpipes, heather, thistle, and tartans. This enchanting collection of images celebrates Scotland’s world-famous vistas—the lofty highlands, placid lochs, and misty glens, the picturesque villages, the vibrant cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, the ancient castles, the breathtaking pastoral scenes, as well as the people who take pride in it all. An outstanding gift or souvenir, Spectacular Scotland brings the best of this wonderful country into sharp focus. This is a magnificent collection of 150 color photographs by some of Scotland’s best landscape photographers.Trade Review“Within these pages, you’ll find bucolic Highland panoramas dotted with sheep and portraits of castles—some of which, [author, Gracie] concedes, are “so much the better” for existing in a state of “romantic ruin.” But there’s a sense of balance at work: Edinburgh may be showcased on one page as a city paved with antiquated cobblestones while on the next it’s revealed as a contemporary capital—animated by its vibrant citizens.” ~Metrosource
£19.12
Haynes Publishing Group Subaru Impreza Group A Rally Car Owners' Workshop
Book Synopsis1993 to 2008 (all rally cars), The Subaru Impreza first appeared on the World Rally scene in 1993, taking a hat-trick of World Rally Manufacturers' Championships, in 1995, 1996 and 1997. The list of drivers who have competed in Imprezas includes Marku Alen, Ari Vatanen, Colin McRae, Carlos Sainz, Richard Burns, Juha Kankkunen, Petter Solberg and Tommi Makinen, with McRae, Burns and Solberg all winning the World Rally Drivers' Championship in 'works' Imprezas., The rallying Impreza is the car that transformed the public perception of Subaru from a purveyor of quirky four-wheel-drive cars used primarily by farmers, into a global brand. This Manual concentrates on the competition history and anatomy of the Group A rally Imprezas which competed between 1993 and 1996, with insight from drivers and co-drivers, and looks at what is involved in running a Group A Impreza today., Author: Andrew van de Burgt is an award-winning journalist, who has been working in motorsport for over 15 years. For 10 of those he was the Editor and then Editor-in-Chief of Autosport, during which time he covered everything from F1 to NASCAR to WRC. He has written a number of books, including a biography of Lewis Hamilton, and Haynes Brabham BT52 Manual.
£20.69
Cicerone Press The Coast to Coast Map Booklet: 1:25,000 OS Route
Book SynopsisA booklet of all the mapping needed to complete the Coast to Coast Path National Trail, originally conceived by Alfred Wainwright. Suited to experienced walkers, the 302km (188 mile) C2C passes through the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors to link St Bees on the west coast with Robin Hood’s Bay on the east. The full route line is shown on 1:25,000 OS maps The map booklet can be used to walk the trail in either direction Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket The relevant extract from the OS Explorer map legend is included An accompanying Cicerone guidebook – The Coast to Coast Walk is also available, which includes a copy of this map booklet
£11.66
Haynes Publishing Group Kawasaki EX500 (GPZ500S) & ER500 (ER-5) (87 - 05)
Book SynopsisWith a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every Manual is based on a complete stripdown of the bike. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in mind. Our Manuals have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you're a beginner or a competent mechanic, you can save money with Haynes., Each Manual includes:, Clear and easy to follow page layout, Full procedures written from hands-on experience, Easy-to-follow photos, Faultfinding information, How to make special tools, Colour wiring diagrams (where available)
£28.80
The Crowood Press Ltd SAAB Cars: The Complete Story
Book SynopsisA landmark new history from internationally known Saab aficionado Lance Cole, Saab Cars - The Complete Story offers a detailed insight into the company's story, from the prototype UrSaab in 1947 to the end of production in 2012. It is a fitting tribute to the spirit and ethos of Saab design and engineering.
£38.00
David & Charles You & Your Jaguar XK/XKR: Buying, Enjoying,
Book SynopsisThe Jaguar XK was launched to great acclaim in 1996 as the successor to the XJS. Jaguar's XK sports models were produced from 1996 to 2014 in two distinct forms: the original steel-bodied XK, and, in 2005, the advanced technology aluminium-bodied New XK. Highly significant for Jaguar, these cars reintroduced the world to Jaguar sports car motoring and, in doing so, echoed the success of previous icons, such as the E-type. The original edition of this book covered just the X-100 (original series) XKs from 1996 through to 2005. This edition, now in paperback, brings the story up to date with the X-150 alloy-bodied cars, from 2006 through to the end of production in 2014. A significantly enlarged work, packed with information and over 130 additional full-colour pictures, this fascinating book is essential reading for all XK owners, prospective owners and enthusiasts - the perfect XK 'handbook.'Table of ContentsX-100 to XK8 in under five years. The new car in detail. The cat is back. R-rated. On-going development and excitement. The millenium and beyond. The new generation XK. The birth of a New XK. The New XK in detail. Late model developments. A new boss and ideas. The end of the line. Buying an XK. Owning, running and caring for your XK. Modifications and miscellanea. People and their cars. Various appendix.
£24.00
Haynes Publishing Group Honda CBR1000R Fireblade (08 - 13)
Book SynopsisThe fourth Haynes Fireblade manual takes coverage of the model from 2008 to 2013. It covers the standard CBR1000RR and the combined ABS equipped CBR1000RA. All aspects of maintenance and repair are fully explained with copious illustrations. Models covered•CBR1000RR-8•999cc•2008 •CBR1000RR-9/RA-9•999cc•2009 •CBR1000RR-A/RA-A•999cc•2010 •CBR1000RR-B/RA-B•999cc•2011 •CBR1000RR-C/RA-C•999cc•2012 •CBR1000RR-D/RA-D•999cc•2013
£28.80
Wild Things Publishing Ltd Lost Lanes Southern England
Book SynopsisDiscover the hidden corners of southern England, London and the south-east, travelling by bicycle along its ancient network of quiet lanes. From gentle spins to weekend camping adventures, wild seashores to enchanted woodlands and midnight escapades, LOST LANES will enthrall armchair explorers and inspire dedicated cyclists and families.Table of ContentsMap of the Rides Rides at a glance In Search of Lost Lanes Tour d'horizon THE SELECTION Best for Wild Camping Best for Weekends Away Best for Gourmets Best for Ups and Downs Best for History Best for Village Life Best for Wild Swimming Best for Families Best for Pubs THE REGIONS Kent Sussex Surrey, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight Thames Valley Herts, Beds & Bucks Essex & Suffolk London Organised Rides Practicalities These Roads are Our Roads
£13.49
Heartwood Publishing Costa Rica Marco Polo Pocket Travel Guide with
Book SynopsisLet Marco Polo Costa Rica guide you around this beautiful country.Explore Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica. Let Marco Polo show you all this exotic country has to offer. Let Marco Polo Pocket Guide Costa Rica show you around.The Marco Polo Costa Rica Pocket Guide covers: San Jose, Heredia, Alajuela, Cartago, Monteverde, Laguna de Arenal, Liberia, Peninsula de Nicoya, Puntarenas, Quepos, Uvita, Peninsula de Osa, Golfito, Tortuguero, Cahuita, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca and surrounding areas. Inside this guide you will find: Insider Tips - we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a
£9.49
Three Rock Books Exploring Irelands Wild Atlantic Way
Book SynopsisThe 3rd Edition of Exploring Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way is essential reading for anyone planning to visit the Atlantic coast of Ireland.
£22.50
John Wiley & Sons Inc Bike Repair and Maintenance For Dummies
Book SynopsisBy coupling step-by-step instructions and detailed photos and illustrations, Bike Repair & Maintenance For Dummies gives readers the information they need to keep their bikes in working order, often without taking it to the shop.Trade Review"...this hands-on resource guide has all the tips you need...Bike Repair & Maintenance For Dummies is an excellent guide." (Caravan Club Magazine, April 2009)Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part I: Getting Started 7 Chapter 1: Channeling Your Inner Grease Monkey 9 Chapter 2: Bike Physiology: Understanding How Your Bike Works 19 Chapter 3: Setting Up Shop: Repairing Your Bike at Home 35 Chapter 4: Making like MacGyver: Handling Repairs on the Road 53 Chapter 5: Help! When You Need Professional Assistance 69 Part II: Basic Bike Repairs 81 Chapter 6: Burning Rubber: Tires and Tubes 83 Chapter 7: Hugging the Curb: The Wheels 99 Chapter 8: Stopping Short: The Brakes 119 Chapter 9: Taking Your Seat: Saddles and Seat Posts 143 Chapter 10: Hitting the Links: The Chain 155 Chapter 11: Gearing Up: Freewheels and Cassettes 173 Part III: Shifting into a Higher Gear: Advanced Bike Repairs 189 Chapter 12: Holding It All Together: The Frame and Suspension 191 Chapter 13: Putting the Pedal to the Metal: The Drivetrain 207 Chapter 14: Dropping It into Gear: The Shifting System 231 Chapter 15: Turning on a Dime: The Steering System 251 Part IV: Keeping Your Bike on the Road 271 Chapter 16: An Ounce of Preventive Maintenance 273 Chapter 17: Regular Bike Maintenance 289 Part V: The Part of Tens 299 Chapter 18: Ten (Or So) Steps to Take before You Ride 301 Chapter 19: Ten Considerations in Fitting Your Bike 309 Chapter 20: Ten Ways to Improve the Performance and Comfort of Your Bike 319 Index 325
£17.09
Hodder & Stoughton The City of Falling Angels
Book SynopsisA mystery, a comedy, and a riveting human drama rolled into one, from the bestselling author of MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVILTrade Review'Berendt's descriptions of people and places are well-honed and he has an ear for a good yarn as well as an obvious knack for getting people to talk revealingly.' * Laurence Phelan, Independent on Sunday *'Berendt's descriptions of people and places are well-honed and he has an ear for a good yarn as well as an obvious knack for getting people to talk revealingly' * Laurence Phelan, Independent on Sunday *'Fascinating, fantastic. . . Intrigue, too, stems from the burning of the Fenice opera house in 1996 and here Berendt's enthusiasm for juicy recriminations become almost palpable.' * Stephanie Cross, Observer *It's a fascinating read' * Jonathan Gibbs, Telegraph *'Glittering, entertaining and anecdote-filled.' * Sunday Times *'The inhabitants of Venice are the real stars of the story' * Sunday Telegraph *
£10.44
Octopus Publishing Group Philips Compact Britain Road Atlas
Book SynopsisNewly updated in a handy spiral-bound lie-flat format, Philip''s Compact Britain Road Atlas features the super-clear digital cartography, which was voted Britain''s clearest and most detailed mapping in an independent consumer survey.All of Great Britain in a super-clear set of maps specially created to fit in a glovebox, bag, backpack or motorcycle tank bag, with resilient lie-flat binding to ensure you have the detail you need and never get lost. A route planning section will help you navigate around the island easily and every part of Britain is clearly mapped. - Chunky ''glovebox'' format - perfect for the car or backpack- Lie-flat spiral binding and A5 size - ideal for a motorcycle tank bag- Completely updated and revised with the latest information - Compact and great value for money- The clearest, most detailed road maps in a compact format - Complete coverage of Great Britain at 3.3 miles to 1 inch - Includes a 6-page route-planning section - Spiral binding for robust, long-lasting use
£10.44
Vintage Publishing A Single Swallow
Book SynopsisHoratio Clare is the bestselling author of numerous books including the memoirs Running for the Hills and Truant and the travel books A Single Swallow, Down to the Sea in Ships, Orison for a Curlew, Icebreaker and The Light in the Dark. His books for children include Aubrey and the Terrible Yoot and Aubrey and the Terrible Ladybirds. Horatio's essays and reviews appear on BBC radio and in the Financial Times, the Observer and the Spectator, among other publications. He lives with his family in West Yorkshire.Trade ReviewClare's extraordinary and mesmerising odyssey following the migration of the swallow from South Africa to South Wales -- Annabel Goldie * Herald *A gifted and lyrical travel writer * Financial Times *The author deploys some fine lyrical writing and a gift for inventive, unexpected metaphor ... Clare's other great asset is his brave, modern, multicultural and open-hearted approach to travel itself -- Mark Cocker * Guardian *Fizzingly entertaining. His own prose has something of their flight: daring, sharp-edged, fast-moving, graceful, full of surprises. This is a great adventure, thrillingly realised -- Tom Fort * Literary Review *Remarkably insightful and entertaining, with Clare proving himself to be the most enthusiastic, open-minded, intelligent and incorrigibly romantic of travellers * Mail on Sunday *
£10.44
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Seriously British
Book SynopsisThis book is my love letter to the UK, and a celebration of all of the things that I have come to adore, from its food and wine to its history and villages. Vive les Anglais!'This is what (a lot of) the French think about the UK:the food is bland and boringthe wine is undrinkableit''s always raining and greythe British don''t have sexthey''re meek, mild and reservedthey''ve got no sense of stylethey''re arrogantAnd anyway, who would want to swap a juicy steak au poivre for deep fried cod and chips?Fred Sirieix would. Ever since he boarded a P&O ferry bound for Dover with a one-way ticket and just two suitcases, he has been in love with the UK. Working as a waiter at the famous three-Michelin-starred restaurant La Tante Claire in Chelsea aged just 20, he learned English, met people from all walks of life, and went dancing until dawn. It was glorious madness. His appetite for life propelled him to sample
£17.00
Editions Flammarion The Most Beautiful Villages of France
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£15.26
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
£15.29
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
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
£12.34
Haynes Publishing Group Peugeot 207 ('06 to '13) 06 to 09
Book SynopsisWhat's covered: Hatchback and Estate (SW). Also covers major mechanical features of CC (Coupe Cabriolet) and Van Petrol: 1.4 litre (1360cc and 1397cc) and 1.6 litre (1587cc and 1598cc) Turbo-Diesel: 1.4 litre (1398cc) and 1.6 litre (1560cc) Exclusions: Does NOT cover models with 1.6 litre turbo petrol engineTable of ContentsTable of contents Contents General Information Chapter 1: Part A: Routine maintenance and servicing - petrol models Chapter 1: Part B: Routine maintenance and servicing - diesel models Chapter 2: Part A: Non-VTi petrol engines in-car repair procedures Chapter 2: Part B: VTi petrol engines in-car repair procedures Chapter 2: Part C: 1.4 litre diesel engine in-car repair procedures Chapter 2: Part D: 1.6 litre diesel engine in-car repair procedures Chapter 2: Part E: Engine removal and overhaul procedures Chapter 3: Cooling, heating and ventilation systems Chapter 4: Part A: Fuel and exhaust systems – petrol engines Chapter 4: Part B: Fuel and exhaust systems – diesel engines Chapter 4: Part C: Emissions control systems Chapter 5: Part A: Starting and charging systems Chapter 5: Part B: Ignition system – petrol engines Chapter 5: Part C: Pre/post-heating system – diesel models Chapter 6: Clutch Chapter 7: Part A: Manual transmission Chapter 7: Part B: Automatic transmission Chapter 8: Driveshafts Chapter 9: Braking system Chapter 10: Suspension and steering systems Chapter 11: Bodywork and fittings Chapter 12: Body electrical systems, Wiring diagrams, Reference
£25.20
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC RSPB ID Spotlight Dragonflies and Damselflies
Book SynopsisRSPB ID Spotlight Dragonflies and Damselflies is a reliable fold-out chart that presents illustrations of 42 of our most widespread and familiar Odonata by renowned artist Richard Lewington.Watching dragonflies dart among the plants on a riverbank or at the edge of your pond is one of the joys of summer. But do you know a Southern Damselfly from a Variable Damselfly? Or can you tell the difference between a Scarce Chaser and a Keeled Skimmer? Dragonflies and damselflies known collectively as Odonata are some of our most fascinating insects. Although they only live for a short time, they have many behaviours that are easy to observe, including captivating aerial skills that they utilise to hunt in mid-air.The species are grouped by family and helpfully labelled to assist with identification, while artworks are shown side by side for quick comparison and easy reference at home or in the field. The reverse of the chart provides information on the habitats, behaviour, life Table of ContentsIntroducing the UK’s Dragonflies and Damselflies Habitat Distribution and Migration General Behaviour, Life Cycle and Diet Conservation Spotlight ID with Artwork
£6.51
David & Charles Ford Cars: Ford UK cars 1945-1995
Book SynopsisFord cars can be found all over the world, and vintage models appear at most classic car shows. This book helps to identify the models sold by Ford of Britain, and provides detailed information on each model, with technical specifications, original colour photographs, and lists the colour schemes that were available. Continuing this popular series covering classic British cars, David Rowe now turns his keen eye to the British Ford models. He is well placed to do so, having worked at two Ford dealerships over a 30-year period and has driven many of the models covered by this book.Trade ReviewA useful reference title - Auto Express --- A thoroughly competent and entertaining work of reference - Kieron Fennelly --- a great reference ... A must for any Ford fan, or anyone keen to broaden their automotive knowledge. - Practical Classics --- What a book for Ford nerds this is - and we mean that in the nicest way possible ... If you want to be able to tell your XLs from your GXLs, this is the book for you. - Classic Car Weekly --- Can this book be recommended by this reviewer? A qualified yes - Model A Ford Club of GB Newsletter --- A great job! And a must for the bookcase. - Autoliefhebbers.be --- With detailed model comparisons and technical information, plus original colour photographs, like other entries to this series, this new book manages to pack a surprising amount of detail into 160 pages. - Classic Driver --- this book that explains all will be in demand - Fleet Car Magazine --- I am hugely proud to have been given the chance to read and review David's superb five star social history of this outstanding "breed" of car. - www.books-monthly.co.uk --- The book will sit nicely beside the other volumes in this compact series, rather like some of the cars themselves. - Best of BritishTable of ContentsChapter 1 A short history of Ford Chapter 2 1940s cars Pilot and E4 series Chapter 3 Zephyr, Zodiac the 50's models Chapter 4 Anglia 100E to 105E Chapter 5 Classic and Corsair Chapter 6 Cortina the 60's models Chapter 7 Zephyr, Zodiac the 60's models Chapter 8 Escort, rear wheel drive models Chapter 9 Capri Chapter 10 Cortina the 70's models Chapter 11 Granada Chapter 12 Sierra Chapter 13 Fiesta Chapter 14 Escort, front wheel drive models Chapter 15 Probe Chapter 16 Mondeo
£16.99
Pan Macmillan Oaxaca Journal
Book SynopsisOliver Sacks is a physician and the author of many books, including The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, Awakenings (which inspired the Oscar-nominated film) and Musicophilia. Born in London and educated at Oxford, he held positions at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine and was Professor of Neurology and Psychiatry at Columbia University. He is the first, and only, Columbia University Artist, and is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians. In 2008, he was appointed Commander of the British Empire. His memoir, On the Move, was published shortly before his death in August 2015.Trade ReviewLike all the best journals, it has a rich immediacy . . . the book is a rare treat. * Globe and Mail *Sacks’s boundless curiosity is always a reward. * New York Times *
£9.49
Pan Macmillan The Writer and the World
Book SynopsisV. S. Naipaul was born in Trinidad in 1932. He came to England on a scholarship in 1950. He spent four years at University College, Oxford, and began to write, in London, in 1954. He pursued no other profession.His novels include A House for Mr Biswas, The Mimic Men, Guerrillas, A Bend in the River, and The Enigma of Arrival. In 1971 he was awarded the Booker Prize for In a Free State. His works of nonfiction, equally acclaimed, include Among the Believers, Beyond Belief, The Masque of Africa, and a trio of books about India: An Area of Darkness, India: A Wounded Civilization and India: A Million Mutinies Now.In 1990, V. S. Naipaul received a knighthood for services to literature; in 1993, he was the first recipient of the David Cohen British Literature Prize. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2001. He lived with his wife Nadira and cat Augustus in Wiltshire, and died in 20Trade ReviewHow few writers there are, if any, who share his sense of mission and moral authority, who have his willingness to learn and to travel and his miraculous gift of language. * Observer *All [of these essays] are worth reading (and rereading), both for the contemporary and historical information and insight they artfully impart and for what they tell us about a uniquely complex writer. * Spectator *
£11.69
Penguin Books Ltd Theroux P Great Railway Bazaar
Book SynopsisThe Great Railway Bazaar is Paul Theroux''s classic and much-loved homage to train travel.The Orient Express; The Khyber Pass Local; the Delhi Mail from Jaipur; the Golden Arrow of Kuala; the Trans-Siberian Express; these are just some of the trains steaming through Paul Theroux''s epic rail journey from London across Europe through India and Asia. This was a trip of discovery made in the mid-seventies, a time before the West had embraced the places, peoples, food, faiths and cultures of the East. For us now, as much as for Theroux then, to visit the lands of The Great Railway Bazaar is an encounter with all that is truly foreign and exotic - and with what we have since lost.Praise for Paul Theroux:''Theroux''s work remains the standard by which other travel writing must be judged'' Observer''One needs energy to keep up with the extraordinary, productive restlessness of Paul Theroux ... [He is] the most gifted, most prodigal wrTrade ReviewOne of the most entertaining books I have read in a long while . . . Superb comic detail -- Angus Wilson * Observer *He has done our travelling for us brilliantly * William Golding *He has done our travelling for us brilliantly * William Golding *
£10.44
