Category Archives: Non-Fiction & Reference
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
Dreaming Of Florence
Fall in love with Florence with this exquisitely edited collection of recommendations. Discover the essential list of magnificent museums that should not be missed–still too many to see on one trip!–and stay in irresistible hotels, from centuries-old favorites to sleek, new luxurious hideaways. Tuscany expert, author, and design style-setter Barbara Ohrbach also takes the reader
New York from the Air
Here is a New York in which you, finally, have the upper hand …and the bird`s eye view.A” – Chicago Tribune The city`s familiar buildings appear so cleanly bathed in golden light that you feel almost sorry for all of us who must view them from the ground.A” – The New York Times Completely updated
Vanishing World: The Endangered Arctic
Published to coincide with the International Polar Year, “Vanishing World” is an unprecedented visual record of life in the Arctic. Five years in the making, this book is both a celebration of the wildlife that inhabits this harsh and unforgiving climate and a cautionary tale of global warming. Rising temperatures have put areas such as
Fodor`s Venice
Fodor`s correspondents highlight the best of Venice, including the Basilica San Marco, the Palazzo Ducale, the Gallerie dell`Accademia, and top events. Local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it`s your first trip or your fifth. Must-see attractions from the Giudecca to the Lido, hotels and restaurants for
Bustin` Down the Door
In the winter of 1975, South African and Australian upstarts Shaun Tomson, Rabbit Bartholomew and Mark Richards went to Hawaii with little else than their surfboards and their love of surfing. With their incredible skills and raw ambition, they not only set a new standard for wave riding, but also succeeded in transforming surfing from
Seeing Central Park
Every New York City tour bus stops at Strawberry Fields; countless movies have been filmed at Bethesda Terrace and concerts from the Great Lawn are broadcast throughout the nation. These places are all part of Central Park, America`s first public park and a paragon of 19th-century landscape design. Marking the park`s 150th anniversary, this first
Tuttle Travel Pack Indonesia: Your Guide to Indonesia`s Best Sights for Every Budget
The only guide you`ll need for getting around Indonesia! Everything you need is in this one convenient Indonesia travel guide–including a large pull-out map! Are you looking for the adventure of a lifetime, a trip down the road less traveled? If so, then Indonesia is the place to go! Indonesia has so much to offer
Bali: A Paradise Created
The Island of Bali–a true paradise is explored in this classic travelogue. From the artists and writers of the 1930s to the Eat, Pray, Love tours so popular today, Bali has drawn hoards of foreign visitors and transplants to its shores. What makes Bali so special, and how has it managed to preserve its identity
52 Adventures In Chicago
With over 56,000 copies sold worldwide, of the original edition, we`re updating this handy deck with six all-new cards, updated info throughout, and a new cover! Completely revised and updated to include 6 all-new adventures and sights such as: Kids in the Park – wide range of activites in Lincoln Park; Millennium Park – activities
Geek in Korea
For every fan of K-Pop music, Korean Wave dramas and Kimchi–or anyone intrigued by Korea and Korean culture–A Geek in Korea is a hip, new guide to the land of the Samsung smartphone and Gangnam Style. Author Dan Tudor first arrived in Korea on the eve of the 2002 World Cup when South Korea played
Journey Through Bali and Lombok
Whether readers are planning a trip to Bali or just fantasizing about one, Journey Through Bali & Lombok makes for an unforgettable Bali travel guide. Containing more than 300 color photographs, this breathtaking volume brings you from the trendy beach of Seminyak to the Monkey Forest at Sangeh and the hot springs along Lake Batur
Diving in Indonesia: The Ultimate Guide to the World`s Best Dive Spots: Bali, Komato, Sulawesi, Papua, and More
Sarah Ann Wormald is from Ilkley, West Yorkshire in the UK where she previously worked as a Solicitor. Sarah began diving in 1999 in the Red Sea in Egypt and after having dived in numerous destinations around the world she moved to Indonesia in 2007. Since her move to Asia, Sarah has become a Instructor
22 Walks in Bangkok: Exploring the City`s Historic Back Lanes and Byways
Take a series of unforgettable strolls down the back lanes of historic Bangkok! Bangkok, Thailand is one of the world`s greatest cities and a leading tourist destination, visited by millions each year. But it can be a bewildering place also. First-time visitors, not knowing what to expect, encounter endless boulevards connected by a vast maze
Kansai Cool: A Journey into the Cultural Heartland of Japan
In `Kansai Cool` anthropologist, writer and filmmaker Christal Whelan offers profound insights in the only collection of essays to focus on Kansai, Japan`s ancient heartland. Kansai’”the region in Western Japan that boasts the ancient capitals of Kyoto and Nara, the bustling commercial city of Osaka and the cosmopolitan port city of Kobe’”has a character all
African Ceremonies Concise Edition
Abrams are proud to publish a newly designed one-volume edition of this definitive work, containing more than half of the magnificent photographs that were in the original edition – plus several new ones. This carefully conceived work offers a complete introduction to the traditional rites and rituals of Africa, including baby namings, initiations, weddings, harvest
Louvre – 400 Masterpieces
The Louvre, originally the palace of King Philip II of France, reinvented itself as an art museum in 1793. Since then, it has grown in scope and renown and is today the most visited art museum in the world. “Louvre: 400 Masterpieces”, an accessible book-object in a brand new format, is a unique survey of
Over – The American Landscape at the Tipping Point
For more than twenty years, Alex MacLean`s aerial photographs have captured the evolution of the American landscape and the complex relationship between its natural and constructed environments. “Over: American Culture and Climate Change” is an ambitious and visually breathtaking catalogue of the extraordinary patterns and profound physical consequences brought about by natural processes and human
