Category Archives: Non-Fiction & Reference
Naked Guide To Bath
One of Bath`s principal industries is tourism, with more than one million staying visitors and 3.8 million day visitors to the city on an annual basis. The visitors come to this World Heritage Site mainly for the Roman Baths and to admire the city`s Georgian elegance. The Naked Guide to Bath provides in-depth information for
The Little Book Of African Wisdom
Nothing reveals so much about a culture as the folklore and collective wisdom of its proverbs. This robust tradition, at its richest in Africa, is reflected in this gift book.Patrick Ibekwe, who was born in Nigeria, spent ten years assembling the material for his “Wit and Wisdom of Africa,” from which a selection of the
Classic Caribbean Cooking
Classic Caribbean Cooking is a celebration of the ingenuity and creativity of the people of the Caribbean. With more than 300 historical and contemporary recipes, gathered from throughout the region, this book provides clear and easy-to-follow instructions to such culinary delights as Pepperpot, Ackee and Saltfish, Mauby, Run Down, Breadfruit Porridge, Rice and Peas, Mettai,
To See The Mountain and Other stories
Now in its twelfth year, the Caine Prize for African Writing is Africa`s leading literary prize, and is awarded to a short story by an African writer published in English, whether in Africa or elsewhere. This collection collects the five 2011 shortlisted stories, along with stories written at the Caine Prize Writers` Workshop, taking place
London`s Street Performers
This is a collection of photographic images of London`s street performers gathered and distilled over several years that reveals a constantly inventive display of theatrical and acrobatic talent. Photographer Athol Rheeder cites Henri Cartier-Bresson and Elliot Erwitt as his primary muses, but his gift is his own effortlessly unique and distinctive style.
Camino Portugues: Lisbon to Porto
Part of the Camino de Santiago guide book series. This guide book covers the route from Lisbon to Porto, which is approximately 370 kms. With details of accommodation, historical and spiritual information and distances.
London – A City in Pictures
This comprehensive memento is a visual guide to the city`s pomp & pageantry, celebrations, carnivals & more. This title features more than 500 photographs from the vast archives of the Press Association. One of the world`s great cities, Britain`s capital has long been an icon not only for the seven million inhabitants who live and
The Welsh – Xenophobe Guide
Xenophobe’s Guide to the Welsh is a pocket-size guide that takes a frank and funny look at what makes the Welsh Welsh.’Those who manage to tone it down a bit have gone on to world fame as actors or politicians.”Xenophobe’s guides attempt to forewarn readers of the main stereotypes and foibles that are associated with
Rock Trails Lakeland
This book explains to the hillwalker, in easy to understand but accurate terms, how geology has shaped the landscape of the Lake District. A selection of fifteen guided walks is used to illustrate this in terms of what can be seen on the ground. “Rock Trails Lakeland”, divided into two parts, is intended to help
Scottish Sea Kayak Trail
Scotland`s west coast is an undisputed world-class sea kayaking destination. This book challenges the reader to kayak a 500 km route, from the Isle of Gigha off the Kintyre peninsular, to the Summer Isles near Ullapool. It can be undertaken in four holiday-sized sections or as one long, glorious journey. The history of this country
Special Places to Stay – British Hotels & Inns SUPERCEDED
Fifteen years of experience go into creating this bestselling guide. Now in its eleventh edition this `hotel bible` (“The Independent on Sunday”) will provide plenty of inspiration for your trip; cliff-topping castles, smugglers inns, boutique townhouses, dining pubs, a seaside windmill, a beach-side cafe, grand country houses on the banks of majestic rivers…there really is
Do Humans Dream of Electric Cars?
Continuing Alastair Sawday Publishing’s concern with all things eco-friendly, ‘Do Humans Dream of Electric Cars?” is a book aimed at helping you achieve a more sustainable way of going from A to B.Filled with black and white illustrations, the book is a no-nonsense approach to sustainable travel that outlines the simple steps needed to achieve
Special Places to Stay British Hotels Inns & other Places
From sleepy inns to manor-house hotels for fabulous occasions, from island boltholes to the odd jaw-dropping castle, each of our places combines character with comfort and a great welcome. A weekend break in a historic city, a night away on business, a family holiday by the sea – there`s something for everyone here. You`ll dine
Special Places – British Hotels and Inns
From sleepy inns to manor-house hotels for fabulous occasions, from island boltholes to the odd jaw-dropping castle, each of our places combines character with comfort and a great welcome. A weekend break in a historic city, a night away on business, a family holiday by the sea – there`s something for everyone here. You`ll dine
Italy Alastair Sawday Special Places to Stay
Here are hundreds of irresistible excuses for going to Italy. Be welcomed and utterly seduced by the vitality and sheer authenticity of Italy and its people. This collection of over 400 places provides ready-made friends and contacts, with beautiful and interesting houses to spend time in. Stay in a B&B at the foot of Mount
Great British Hotel & Inn Guide
From the sandy coves of Cornwall to the huge skies of the Highlands, we`ve found the best of British hotels and inns. We`ve visited each one and what unites them is their individuality, generosity and passion for food.
Day Walks In The Lake District
“Day Walks in the Lake District” is the second title in Vertebrate Publishing`s series of compact and portable hillwalking guidebooks. This book showcases 20 circular routes in the Lake District, between 5 and 13 miles (8 km and 21 km) in length, suitable for hillwalkers of all abilities. The routes are split into four geographical
Freedom Climbers – Boardman Tasker Winner 2011
“Freedom Climbers” is the multi award-winning book by Bernadette McDonald, now available in the UK and Ireland thanks to Vertebrate Publishing. “Freedom Climbers” tells the story of the extraordinary Polish adventurers who emerged from under the blanket of oppression following the Second World War to become the world`s leading Himalayan climbers. Although they lived in
Antigua and Barbuda – A Little Bit of Paradise
A pictorial insight into the everyday life of a vibrant Caribbean nation. From the most secluded palm-fringed coves and popular beaches of Antigua, to the miles of deserted, crystal-clear surf of Barbuda, it is everything a tropical island paradise should be. Lavishly illustrated with more than 300 photographic images, Antigua and Barbuda provides a unique
