Category Archives: Non-Fiction & Reference
Motorcycle Journeys Through the Pacific Northwest
This is an important update to the very popular first edition. Hansens enthusiasm for motorcycle exploration comes through in this full-colour, fully-detailed tribute and guide to the great roads of Americas Northwest. Both visitors to the region and life-time locals will enjoy and learn from the exciting trips that Hansen has planned and perfected. This
Traveller`s Tales Central America
These stories of travel in Central America Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama are adventurous and quirky, sobering and enlightening. Readers visit a Panamanian island known for its wildlife; glimpse the wealthy Generation X repatriates of Nicaragua; and meet a charming Guatemalan revolutionary. Authors include Paul Theroux, Jennifer Harbury, Ronald Wright,
Southern Escapades: On the Roads Less Traveled
A classic road trip with a difference. As an encore to her recent cross-country ride, Zoรซ calls on her loyal road dog friend to join her for part of a 2000 mile odyssey on two British retro motorbikes.Zig-zagging along the tropical Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic coast in Florida, through the forgotten back roads of
The Palladian Way
The Palladian Way is the brainchild of Cotswold walker Guy Vowles. It was born out of a previous idea for a long distance walk between Oxford and Bath but was extended northwards to Buckingham where the author was educated nearby. The realization that there was a Palladian bridge at Prior Park outside Bath to match
Tiki Road Culture
Tiki Road Trip is the most complete guide to Tiki culture in North Amercia and abroad ever written. Tiki expert and urban archeologist Teitelbaum lists, describes and reviews every known Tiki bar, Polynesian restaurant and other site of interest to fans of Polynesian Pop`. Wittily written, this guide is essential for anyone who has ever
Marilyn Monroe Died Here
In 1945, a watershed moment in pop culture history occured when Norma Jeane Baker walked into beauty salon at 6513 Hollywood Boulevard and changed her hair from brunette to blonde, thereby placing herself on the path to movie star immortality. With this book, Epting follows up his acclaimed James Dean Died Here with another collection
Long Circular Walks in Nottinghamshire
10 walks – 14 to 23 miles long covering the whole of the county. Including Sherwood Forest, River Trent, Grantham Canal, and the southern “hills”.
Cape Town – Cape Peninsula NP & Winelands
A guide to the animals, plants, history and geology of Cape Town and the Peninsula. This book explores the wonders of the Cape floral kingdom, history, geology, animal species, tourist “hotspot” destinations, day-trips and secluded getaways, the Cape wine routes and the Cape Peninsula National Park. The text, illustrations and photographs link the varioius elements
Seafarer`s Book – Personal Record of Service
This log is designed to be used by any mariner, commercial or leisure, who would like to keep a record of sea service in a form acceptable for certificate of competency purposes. It is of special application in the service-area between SOLAS merchant ships and pure leisure yachts, which is becoming a trade in its
Patagonia, Tierrs del Feuego and Easter Island
Many regions of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego still remain uninhabited today due to the inaccessibility of the immense mountain landscapes, high peaks, perilous deserts and jagged coastal fjords. It is one of the most fascinating regions in the world, beautiful enough to take your breath away with its wild untouched nature comparable to nothing
Exploring The Greek Mosaic
This introduction to Greek values and behaviour aims to challenge readers to move beyond their image of an archaic and at times anarchic civilization to a richer appreciation of contemporary Greek society. The book deciphers the complexities of the culture and its communciation styles, seeking to provide an accurate guide to the social landscape of
Modern Day Vikings – A Practical Guide to the Swedes
Modern-Day Vikings is a window into contemporary Sweden. True to its title, the book traces many of Sweden`s cultural traits back to its Viking heritage: self-sufficiency, fairness, egalitarianism, and democracy. But this just scratches the surface; the authors also examine the famous “cradle-to-grave” social democracy and the social and economic challenges brought on by immigration
United Arab Emirates
About this seriesGuidebooks extensively illustrated with impressive colour photographs. The emphasis here is on day-to-day life, nature and scenery. There are introductory chapters on history, geography and culture, but the bulk of the book is given over to detailed accounts of the popular tourist destinations. Each title includes a reasonable amount of practical information that
