Category Archives: Non-Fiction & Reference
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
New York Landmarks
A timeless and perennially best-selling illustrated tour of the most famous landmarks in New York City. Including such iconic sites as the Statue of Liberty, the Flatiron Building, Rockefeller Center, the Empire State Building, Times Square, Grand Central Terminal, and Radio City Music Hall, among others, New York Landmarks highlights the architectural and historical details
Finding Wildflowers in the Washington-Baltimore Area
The heart of the book presents detailed information on specific parks, trails, riverbanks, marshes, and other natural areas where wildflowers thrive. Detailed maps of the locations and directions show readers how to get to each site. A final section lists some 450 wildflower species found in the region, noting each flower`s blooming period, its preferred
Spectacular Yosemite
Breathtaking photography captures the landscapes and wildlife of one of America`s most beautiful and popular national parks. Located in California`s Sierra Nevada mountain range, Yosemite National Park encompasses 1,170 square miles of awe-inspiring natural splendor. It is best known for its waterfalls and the 3,000-foot vertical rock face of El Capitan, but within its borders
Beneath Blossom Rain
In a remote kingdom hidden in the Himalayas, there is a trail said to be the toughest trek in the world – twenty-four days, 216 miles, eleven mountain passes, and enough ghost stories to scare an exorcist. In 2007 Kevin Grange decided to acquaint himself with the country of Bhutan by taking on this infamous
New York`s 50 Best Places to Find Peace and Quiet
A brand-new edition of the all-time best-selling City & Company title! Since it debuted in 1991, New York s 50 Best Places to Find Peace & Quiet has been the authority on relaxation in the city. This completely updated and revised sixth edition of Allan Ishac s inspired guide includes serene parks, soothing day spas,
Caribbean Cruises
Caribbean Cruises in the Countries, Regions & City Gold Guides from Fodor’s, one of America’s principal travel publishers, whose publications explore a range of destinations worldwide and have notably strong coverage of the North, Central and South America. Fodor’s editorial style is noticeably American in tone and focus, often offering insights and observations with an
In Love In New York: A Traveler`s Guide to the Most Romantic Destinations
In Love in New York guides the reader to the most romantic sights and destinations the city has to offer. Whether you want to watch the sun rise over the East River like Woody and Diane or enjoy a Cary Grant/Deborah Kerr moment at the top of the Empire State Building, there is no greater
Your Seven Ways to Rome: Arts, Parks, Food and Beverage, Shopping, Body and Soul
Fendi s fashionable and cultural experts help you discover the best of Rome like a local through a series of themed walks that take you to the best places to shop, eat, have fun, and rejuvenate and spoil yourself. Whether you re looking for art, fashion, or simply a beautiful park to sit and relax
Road Trip: Roadside America, from Custard`s Last Stand to the Wigwam Restaurant
With a focus on vernacular roadside architecture built between 1920 and the late 1960s, `Road Trip` is a time capsule of an extraordinary era and its roadside buildings, restaurants, gas stations, motels, and places of amusement, most of which are now long since gone.
The Bucket List: Places to Find Peace and Quiet
This inspiring guide is full of ideas and inspirations for travel destinations around the world that invite you to renew yourself physically and spiritually – perfect for recent graduates, soon to be retirees, inveterate daydreamers and armchair travellers, and anyone considering taking a much needed sabbatical. When it is time to escape from the hectic,
New York Pop Up Book
A selection of New York s most iconic monuments, landmarks, and architectural wonders unfold in seven pop-ups contained in a charming pint-sized package making it an easy impulse purchase. Easy to tuck in a bag or a pocket, this book is truly the perfect souvenir or gift for tourists as well as anyone who wants
101 Art Destinations in the U.S: Where Art Lives Coast to Coast
The compact guide to the top art destinations (and the individual artworks they feature) from museums to outdoor murals, artist studios to sculpture parks is for everyone who loves the arts and wants to make the most of their visits to major institutions and art sites. This jam-packed primer includes fan-favourites and well-known and important
All the Buildings in Paris: That I`ve Drawn So Far
A new title from the author/illustrator of the hugely popular All the Buildings in New York, this is a charmingly illustrated journey to Paris, told through one-of-a-kind architectural drawings, one building at a time.
Spectacular Paris
`Spectacular Paris` showcases the most magnificent aspects of this city and its people, from the Louvre to the Eiffel Tower, from luxurious parks to intimate cafes and markets, from residencies of Parisian royalty to residencies of the royalty of haute couture.”
Yellowstone & Grand Teton
Spectacular Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks captures the breathtaking landscape and wildlife of one of America`s most renowned regions. More than 275 photographs–from some of the country`s best nature photographers–recreate the adventure and grandeur of this area that combines the world`s greatest collection of geothermal features, some of the West`s most spectacular mountains and
Bloom`s Literary Guide to London
This work takes a fascinating look at London`s place in literary history. When it comes to literary history, few cities are as rich and storied as London. Whether visiting the famed Poets` Corner of Westminster Abbey, St. Paul`s Cathedral, Shakespeare`s Globe Theatre, or the notorious Newgate Prison, literary travelers have plenty to see and do
Bloom`s Literary Guide to Paris
A literary tour guide of Paris and its role as a popular setting in literature. Famed for its cafe culture, Paris has long been regarded as a city of love, light, and literature. Visitors to this dynamic city can choose from any number of cafes, museums, and cathedrals to get a feel for the city`s
