Category Archives: Non-Fiction & Reference
The Swiss – Xenophobe Guide
The Swiss, in the Xenophobe guide series; consisting of a range of pocket-sized guides which take a humorous and irreverent approach to a wide range of world cultures. Each guide explores the characteristics of a country’s people in a series of dedicated sections, encompassing nationalism and identity, behaviour, manners, character, obsessions, beliefs and values, leisure
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Special Places to Stay – British Hotels & Inns SUPERCEDED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
The Israelis – Xenophobe Guide
A guide to understanding the Israelis that unravels their idiosynracies and national characteristics.
The Italians – Xenophobe Guide
Xenophobe’s Guide to the Italians is a pocket-size guide that takes a frank and funny look at what makes the Italians Italian.’Punctuality is only relatively important in Italy and the time is often treated as an approximate.”Xenophobe’s guides attempt to forewarn readers of the main stereotypes and foibles that are associated with individual nationalities. Each
The Japanese – Xenophobe Guide
Xenophobe’s Guide to the Japanese is a pocket-size guide that takes a frank and funny look at what makes the Japanese Japanese.’Whatever sport you play, you must look the part. If you go cycling, you must have the full kit, as worn by the winner of the Tour de France.”Xenophobe’s guides attempt to forewarn readers
The Brazilians – Xenophobe Guide
What makes Brazilians BRAZILIAN: A witty guide to the beliefs and behaviour that define the Brazilians.
The Kiwis – Xenophobe Guide
Xenophobe’s Guide to the Kiwis is a pocket-size guide that takes a frank and funny look at what makes the Kiwis Kiwi.’Nothing raises religious fervour in a Kiwi like a closely-fought rugby match.”Xenophobe’s guides attempt to forewarn readers of the main stereotypes and foibles that are associated with individual nationalities. Each guide explores the characteristics
The Canadians – Xenophobe Guides
Xenophobe’s Guide to the Canadians is a pocket-size guide that takes a frank and funny look at what makes the Canadians Canadian.’Canadians have figured out that anything that can be done on water can also be done on ice.”Xenophobe’s guides attempt to forewarn readers of the main stereotypes and foibles that are associated with individual
The Norwegians – Xenophobe Guide
The Norwegian in the Xenophobe guide series; consisting of a range of pocket-sized guides which take a humorous and irreverent approach to a wide range of world cultures. Each guide explores the characteristics of a country’s people in a series of dedicated sections, encompassing nationalism and identity, behaviour, manners, character, obsessions, beliefs and values, leisure
The Chinese – Xenophobe Guides
The Chinese, in the Xenophobe guide series; consisting of a range of pocket-sized guides which take a humorous and irreverent approach to a wide range of world cultures. Each guide explores the characteristics of a country’s people in a series of dedicated sections, encompassing nationalism and identity, behaviour, manners, character, obsessions, beliefs and values, leisure
The Poles – Xenophobe Guide
The Poles, in the Xenophobe guide series; consisting of a range of pocket-sized guides which take a humorous and irreverent approach to a wide range of world cultures. Each guide explores the characteristics of a country’s people in a series of dedicated sections, encompassing nationalism and identity, behaviour, manners, character, obsessions, beliefs and values, leisure
The Danes – Xenophobe Guide
The Danes, in the Xenophobe guide series; consisting of a range of pocket-sized guides which take a humorous and irreverent approach to a wide range of world cultures. Each guide explores the characteristics of a country’s people in a series of dedicated sections, encompassing nationalism and identity, behaviour, manners, character, obsessions, beliefs and values, leisure
The Russians – Xenophobe Guide
The Russians, in the Xenophobe guide series; consisting of a range of pocket-sized guides which take a humorous and irreverent approach to a wide range of world cultures. Each guide explores the characteristics of a country’s people in a series of dedicated sections, encompassing nationalism and identity, behaviour, manners, character, obsessions, beliefs and values, leisure
The Dutch – Xenophobe Guide
The Dutch, in the Xenophobe guide series; consisting of a range of pocket-sized guides which take a humorous and irreverent approach to a wide range of world cultures. Each guide explores the characteristics of a country’s people in a series of dedicated sections, encompassing nationalism and identity, behaviour, manners, character, obsessions, beliefs and values, leisure
The English – Xenophobe Guide
Xenophobe’s Guide to the English is a pocket-size guide that takes a frank and funny look at what makes the English English.’People will leave a step between themselves and the next person on an escalator even when it’s crowded.”Xenophobe’s guides attempt to forewarn readers of the main stereotypes and foibles that are associated with individual
The Estonians – Xenophobe Guide
The Estonians, in the Xenophobe guide series; consisting of a range of pocket-sized guides which take a humorous and irreverent approach to a wide range of world cultures. Each guide explores the characteristics of a country’s people in a series of dedicated sections, encompassing nationalism and identity, behaviour, manners, character, obsessions, beliefs and values, leisure
