Category Archives: Non-Fiction & Reference

Jordan: Petra – Wadi Rum – Dead Sea Footprint Handbook

Jordan is an enticing, curious mix of new and old. From the glass-and-steel high rises of Amman to the goat hair tents of the Bedouin in Wadi Rum, this tiny country also abounds in ancient ruins. Petra is undisputedly the jewel in Jordan`s crown; a vast site of pink-tinged facades hewn into craggy rock faces.

London`s Strangest Tales: Extraordinary but True Stories from Over a Thousand Years of London`s History

London`s Strangest Tales takes a walk on London`s weirder side with an absorbing collection of curious tales from one of the world`s greatest cities. This fascinating book is packed with amazing things you didn`t know about Britain`s capital, like the fact that it`s still forbidden to run, carry an umbrella or whistle in the Burlington

Chile Footprint Handbook

A place of extremes and contradictions, Chile is home to a bewilderingly diverse geography and climate. Footprint`s Chile Handbook will guide you from the endless and eerie Atacama Desert in the north to the creaking, fractured glacial ice of the south, with beaches, rainforest and vineyards to explore in between. * Great coverage of the

Oxford PopOut MiniGuide

Discover Oxford with this handy, pocket-size guide. Ideal to pop in a pocket or bag for quick reference while exploring this gorgeous city. Slap bang in the middle of England, Oxford is a city of enviable fortune: stunning architecture, abundant gardens and riverways, academic excellence and cultural richness. Whether you re visiting for the sightseeing

Seeking New York: The Stories Behind the Historic Architecture of Manhattan – One Building at a Time

Based on the popular blog `Daytonian in Manhattan`, `Seeking New York` investigates the back stories of Manhattan`s architecture and monuments. Alongside the expected account of architects, dates and styles, it reveals the human history of the buildings and statues: the scandals, the tribulations, the joys and achievements, the humanity, indeed, of the New Yorkers who

Seeking Chicago: The Stories Behind the Architecture of the Windy City – One Building at a Time

Chicago started life with a split personality. By the end of the Civil War wealthy Chicagoans and their wives were struggling to prove that their city was as affluent and civilized as its East Coast counterparts, New York, Philadelphia and Boston. Mansions rose, an art museum was founded, and music halls lured opera stars. Yet,

Ways to Walk in London: Hidden Places and New Perspectives

Alice Stevenson is a Londoner who neither drives, runs nor cycles. Instead Alice walks, navigating the city`s parks, pavements and paths daily, in all weathers. As the miles have mounted so too has her knowledge of the city – the thoroughfares and the alleyways, the beauty spots and the forgotten corners. She is a unique

An Opinionated Guide to London Architecture

Following on from the success of `An Opinionated Guide to East London`, Hoxton Mini Press are developing a series of `opinionated guides` to aspects of London, each offering concise, highly-curated, insider selections alongside stunning, original photography. Two expert writers, Sujata Burman and Rosa Bertoli, have joined forces with architectural photographer Taran Wilkhu to create an

An Opinionated Guide To Vegan London

Veganism has come of age. And we should all be thankful, not just the cows. The brilliant places in this guide will tempt even those more traditional foodies with original food pairings and stylish, fresh interiors. Instagram blogger Sara Kiyo Popowa (@shisodelicious) has helped Hoxton Mini Press create an unashamedly opinionated guide to the very

Dog-friendly London

An Opinionated Guide: Escape London

An Opinionated Guide To Kids` London: The best of the capital for 05s

India Footprint Handbook

India Handbook, a comprehensive and leading guides designed and written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous and individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture and explore local cultures, sights and

Zanzibar & Pemba Footprint Handbook

Zanzibar`s coastline offers some of the best beaches in the world, with its dazzling white sands and colourful marine life, whilst atmospheric Stone Town is filled with intriguing alleyways and old Arabian townhouses. Whether you`re sampling fresh seafood at the Forodhani Market, scuba diving off the pristine coast of Pemba or challenging your senses on

Valencia and Costa Blanca Footprint Handbook

Valencia Murcia have it all: gorgeous beaches, stylish cities and pretty, low-key towns. From the sun-drenched beaches of Valencia to Murcia`s delightful, flower-filled squares, Valencia Murcia are great provinces from which to enjoy the Mediterranean coastline as well as indulge in authentic Spanish traditions. Footprint Focus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment

Nicaragua Footprint Handbook

Nicaragua`s ethereal beauty and anarchic charms make travelling in the country an intense adventure. From the tempestuous spine of volcanoes that run down towards vast Lake Nicaragua, to the sultry rhythms of Caribbean life on the Corn Islands, Footprint`s Handbook will ensure you get the most from your trip with all the information you`ll need.

Paraguay Footprint Handbook

Walk around Asuncion`s historic centre and admire the grandeur of colonial-era buildings like the Palacio de Gobierno, styled on the Palace of Versailles, before hitting market stalls selling traditional arts and crafts. Paraguay is an under-explored pocket of South America, boasting rich wildlife, lush forests, and mighty rivers. This land-locked country is home to a

Morocco: Marrakech – Essaouira – Fes – Atlas Footprint Handbook

Marrakech evokes images of labyrinthine souks, vibrant colours, and minarets stretching towards the sky, with a background of exotic scents wafting from food stalls. Further afield, the white walls and sea breeze of Essaouira are a refreshing break; the cool, snow-topped Atlas Mountains offer much to be discovered; and the medieval streets of Fes are

Reykjavik Footprint Handbook

The northernmost capital city in the world, Reykjavik is also one of the friendliest. From deliciously warm springs and lagoons to its background of snow-topped mountains, Reykjavik is creative and unique. Footprint Focus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of this welcoming city. Essentials

Kerala Footprint Handbook

Kerala in the Footprint Focus Guides, which are targeted at cities, regions and countries worldwide that have no, or very limited, coverage from other publishers. Widely recognised for their reliability and independent writing style, Footprint Focus guides all have the same layout. Smaller than their sister Handbooks, the Focus guides are intended to streamline the