Category Archives: Non-Fiction & Reference
Pets Come Too!
Taking your pet with you can make a great break perfect, after all they are an important part of the family and you want them to join in the fun too. If you`re taking your pet on holiday with you, choosing the right accommodation is key to enjoying your experience. This pocket guide is designed
Log Book “Sannox” – 3 Months
For Chief Engineers. Diesel and Electric Auxiliaries. 9-Cylinders. Numbered pages.
Shetland Islands
Well known to ancient Norse mariners, the Shetland Islands offer a fascinating cruising ground for today`s less warlike sailors. There are numerous beautiful, if sometimes rugged anchorages, many harbours and several marinas all of which create a variety that ensures that one visit to these islands will not be the last. Natural scenery apart, one
Wild Swim: River, Lake, Lido and Sea: Best Places to Swim Outdoors Britain
In this stunning and inspiring guide, Kate Rew, founder of the Outdoor Swimming Society, takes you on a wild journey across Britain, braving the elements to experience first-hand some of the most awe-inspiring corners of the landscape. From waterfalls and natural jacuzzis to sea caves and meandering rivers – every swim is described in loving
New York – A Photographer`s City
An unparalleled compilation of contemporary photographs of New York City and its boroughs by famous and emerging artists. New York City has experienced extreme flux over the last ten years. Today, contemporary photographers from all over the world have been capturing the City, its dynamic boroughs, and all its transformations, offering views, cityscapes, and vignettes
Tibet: A Culture on the Edge
Firsthand accounts and spectacular photographs combine to form a fascinating portrait of the endangered Tibetan people, their plateau, and their cultural landscape. Known as the “water tower of Asia,” the Tibetan Plateau is heating up twice as fast as the global average. These rapidly melting glaciers-along with recent unprecedented development on the plateau-are quickly changing
One Hundred and One Beautiful Small Towns in Italy
One Hundred and One Beautiful Small Towns of Italy is a gorgeously illustrated as well as informative journey through the Italian countryside, a place where the pace slows, locals engage strangers in conversation, and every town has a unique story to tell. Breathtaking full-colour photographs create the perfect atmosphere as you discover these unexplored places,
Paris Les Boulevards
Pulled from the shelf of a rare-book store, Paris: Les Boulevards is a true gem that was forgotten for well over a century but will now enchant readers once again in this charming facsimile edition. Paris`s romantic architecture and vibrant street culture make it one of the most enjoyable cities in the world to stroll
Paris City Walks
A completely revised and updated version of the classic deck of 50 cards, each featuring instructions for a self-guided walk in Paris (and its surrounds, including the garden and village of Versailles) on one side and a detailed map of the walking route on the other (including numbered stopping points as noted in the text).
World Monuments: 50 Irreplaceable Sites to Discover, Explore, and Champion
A stunning tour of 50 of the world`s most extraordinary destinations selected from the World Monuments Fund`s most important sites of global heritage. In commemoration of its 50th anniversary, the World Monuments Fund has commissioned some of today`s most important writers to give voice to the organization`s work around the world over the past 50
New York City Walks
For tourists and adventurous locals alike, each walk covers the best the city has to offer, including restaurants, hip shops, historic sites, beautiful parks and more. Also, a tri-fold intro card gives users an overview of the city, including information on local history and transit, instructions for using the cards, and an overview map of
One Hundred & One Beautiful Small Towns in France
A celebration of the most enchanting hamlets in France, now available in a popular format. Gorgeously illustrated as well as informative, `One Hundred & One Beautiful Small Towns in France` is a tour through the pleasures of the French countryside, a place where the pace slows, locals engage strangers in conversation, and every town presents
Butterfly Fields Eco-journal
Printed on 100% recycled paper with soy-based inks, this journal features beautiful illustrations of blooming flowers and butterflies from celebrated artist Jill Bliss.
Cuba: 101 Beautiful and Nostalgic Places to Visit
At a time when more travelers are discovering or rediscovering Cuba, this book is an in-depth exploration of 101 of the most authentic and compelling sites that reveal the real Cuba. Caribbean antiques expert, art historian, and adventurer Michael Connors presents the breadth of this island s most intriguing destinations and architectural treasures. The book
Ecuador Reader
Including Amazonian rainforests, Andean peaks, coastal lowlands, and the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador`s geography is notably diverse. So too are its history, culture, and politics, all of which are examined from many different perspectives in “The Ecuador Reader”. This rich anthology covers the years prior to the arrival of the Spanish in the early 1500s to
Paris in Stride: An Insider`s Walking Guide
Finally, the must-do, must-visit, must-see travel list given to you by the Parisian friend you ve been longing to have. Charmingly illustrated throughout, this practical guide will transport readers to the delightful sites and discoveries of Paris. Vibrant watercolours illustrate destinations including architectural marvels, gardens, historical highlights, cultural hubs, markets, food and wine favourites, and
Sri Lanka Reader
The Sri Lanka Reader is a sweeping introduction to the epic history of the island nation located just off the southern tip of India. The island`s recorded history of more than two and a half millennia encompasses waves of immigration from the South Asian subcontinent; the formation of Sinhala Buddhist and Tamil Hindu civilizations; the
Guatemala Reader; History, Culture, Politics
This reader brings together more than 200 texts and images in a broad introduction to Guatemala`s history, culture, and politics. In choosing selections to include, the editors sought to avoid representing the country only in terms of its long experience of conflict, racism, and violence. And so, while offering many perspectives on that violence, this
Rome in Detail
Rome is a heady mix of the ancient and modern: the romance of the Roman Forum, the opulence of the Pantheon, the grandeur of Saint Peter`s Basilica and the Vatican Museums, and the riveting historical theater of the street. Rome in Detail is the sophisticated traveler`s ultimate guide to the Eternal City. With twenty-five walking
An Island Sacntuary
With vivid colors, bold simplicity, and the use of stone, stucco, and tile, the Patmos house of renowned interior designer John Stefanidis is a source of inspiration for homeowners and decorators worldwide. John Stefanidis has created a quintessential island house in Patmos, Greece. Its bold use of Mediterranean colors, natural materials, and crisp, clean lines
