Category Archives: Maps
Canton Elegy: A Father`s Letter of Sacrifice, Survival and Love
“The story you are about to read will have to make do for the conversations we never had.” Set against the backdrop of the events that shaped China in the twentieth century – the Chinese Civil War, the Second World War, the Cultural Revolution – Canton Elegy is a love story, an adventure story and
From a Persian Kitchen: Fresh Discoveries in Iranian Cooking
The food of Iran is a riot of tastes and aromas, and is one of the great – but least known – cuisines of the world. With an emphasis on the use of seasonal ingredients, fresh herbs and fragrant spices, Jila Dana-Haeri here presents a unique guide to quintessential Persian cooking. The variety of beautiful,
The Map Colouring Book
This poster-size Map Colouring Book helps children learn about the world as they colour in the countries, animals, artefacts people and famous sights.As well as 22 maps to colour, there is a section at the back with flags of the world to colour in with the coloured dots to show what colour each section of
The History of Central Asia: The Age of the Silk Roads: 2: The Age of the Silk Roads
The Age of the Silk Roads (c 200 BC- c 900 AD) shaped the course of the future. The foundation by the Han dynasty of an extensive network of interlinking trade routes, collectively known as the Silk Road, led to an explosion of cultural and commercial transactions across Central Asia that had a profound impact
A Day To Die For
On the night of 10-11 May 1996, eight climbers perished in what remains the worst disaster in Everest`s history. Following the tragedy, numerous accounts were published, with Jon Krakauer`s “Into Thin Air” becoming an international bestseller. But has the whole story been told? “A Day to Die For” reveals the full, startling facts that led
Birds of Passage: The Indian Travels of Henrietta Clive
Henrietta is a true original. Clever, vivacious and interested in everything, she managed to balance the demands of high profile public life with that of a caring mother. She was the home-schooled daughter of a bankrupt Earl and more than just a little bit in love with her handsome wayward brother, but had been married
Wolf by Wolf
Over ten years since the Nazis won the war, 17-year-old Yael has one mission: to kill Hitler. But first she`s got to get close enough to him to do it. Wolf by Wolf is a captivating YA alternative history thriller, selected as the BBC Radio 2 Book Club title for 4th January 2016 and perfect
The Architectural Heritage of Sri Lanka
Architect C. Anjalendran, aided by an army of assistants and students, has been recording Sri Lanka`s architectural heritage for almost 30 years. The result is a collection of exquisite measured drawings, all made with ink and pencil on tracing paper documenting many interesting and often neglected buildings in Sri Lanka. This book features these, along
Dreaming in Chinese
WHY DON`T THE CHINESE SAY “I LOVE YOU”? HOW DO THEY GET BY WITHOUT MAPS? CAN IT EVER BE RUDE TO BE POLITE? In this intelligent, sympathetic book, Deborah Fallows opens up a window onto Chinese life through its notoriously difficult language. She shows how even small advancements, such as mastering a single word or
Kakebo – The Japanese Art of Saving Money
Are you really aware of what you spend? Do you know how to value things beyond their price? For the answer to these questions and more, look no further than Kakebo – the budgeting journal used by millions every day in Japan to manage their household spending. The Japanese believe that tidiness in one`s finances
Japan: A Short History
What is a shogun? Who were the samurai and what is the warrior code? What lies behind the Japanese work ethic? From the ancient tea ceremony to the boom and subsequent downturn of its economic prosperity, this uniquely concise introduction to Japan and its history surveys nearly 10,000 years of society, culture, economics and politics.
The Ghosts of K2: The Race for the Summit of the World`s Most Deadly Mountain
K2 is almost 800ft shorter than Everest, yet it`s a far harder climb. Many great mountaineers became obsessed with reaching its summit, not all of them lived to tell of their adventures. Capturing the depth of their obsession, the heart-stopping tension of the climb and delving into the controversy that still surrounds the first ascent,
State Of The World Atlas (9th Edition)
This unique book, a milestone of graphic reporting, has become a trade reference classic since its first publication in the 1970s. Completely revised and updated, the new 9th edition of this groundbreaking `atlas with attitude` keeps pace with the speed of change, using over 100 thematic world maps and vivid graphics to break down hardcore
Africa Map Studio Road Atlas
Road Atlas of Africa from the South African publishers Map Studio with locations of border crossings, driving distances on many secondary routes, national parks and various places of interest, etc. The southern part of the continent plus the countries of East Africa are presented at 1:1,500,000 and generally with more information (roads, towns, etc) than
The State of the Middle East Atlas: Regional Change and Global Impact
An essential tool for understanding the Middle East and its pivotal role in global politics, this book lays bare the complexity of the region – its emergence from fallen empires, the shaping of its current contours by oil and outside intervention, the wave of change that broke in 2011, and the violence that has swept
Joburg & Surrounds Map Studio Street Guide
A4, 88-page, paperback street atlas of the conurbation north of central Johannesburg. Detail includes one-way streets, traffic lights, toll plazas, service stations, railways, public buildings, services, parks, landmarks, cultural sites, recreation sites, industrial areas. With an index of streets, suburbs, community services and selected locations of interest.
Nononsense Isis and Syria: The New Global War on Terror
From its sudden emergence as a military force to be reckoned with in Syria and Iraq in June 2014 through its YouTube executions of hostages to its atrocious attacks in Paris in November 2015, the movement variously known as ISIS, Islamic State and Daesh has compelled the world`s horrified attention. Where did it come from
Cyprus Flexi Map
This easy to use, full-colour, water-proof map is all you need to navigate Cyprus. It also includes handy destination detail on Nicosia and Pรกfos, and tips on top attractions and getting around.ยท Combines clear, up-to-date cartography with destination detail, stylish design and stunning photographyยท The main map is at a scale of 1:220 000, with
Scotland: Mapping the Nation
Whilst documents and other written material are obvious resources that help shape our view of the past, maps too can say much about a nation`s history. This is the first book to take maps seriously as a form of history, from the earliest representations of Scotland by Ptolemy in the second century AD to the
Kuala Lumpur Flexi Map
Kuala Lumpur on an Insight Flexi Map in their new format introduced to provide more convenient access to the special features of this series: various additional maps and/or street plans plus tourist information including a list of must-see sights. The map is tear-resistant, waterproof, and can be written on with non-permanent marker pens.On one side
