Category Archives: Travel Guides
A Naturalist`s Guide to the Reptiles of India
This easy-to-use identification guide to the 239 reptile species most commonly seen in South Asia (covering India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and the Maldives) is perfect for resident and visitor alike.High-quality photographs from the region`s top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitat. The
A Naturalist`s Guide to the Reptiles & Amphibians of bali
This easy-to-use identification guide to the 89 reptile and amphibian species of Bali is perfect for resident and visitor alike.High-quality photographs from the region`s top nature photographers, are accompanied by detailed species descriptions which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits, occurrence and whether they are dangerous. The user-friendly introduction covers conservation, how to deal with snake
A Naturalist`s Guide to the Birds of Thailand
This easy-to-use identification guide to the 280 bird species most commonly seen in Thailand is perfect for resident and visitor alike. High quality photographs from one of Thailand`s top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers geography andclimate, vegetation, opportunities for naturalists
In Morocco
Edith Wharton journeyed to Morocco in the final days of the First World War, at a time when there was no guidebook to the country. ‘In Morocco” is the classic account of her expedition. A seemingly unlikely chronicler, Wharton, more usually associated with American high society, explored the country for a month by military vehicle.
The Coral Triangle
Published in association with WWF-Malaysia, this important book describes the uniqueness of the Coral Triangle region`s marine biodiversity, its conservation importance and the stories, successes and struggles of the drive to maintain its rich biodiversity. The book gives a big-picture overview of threats and solutions and up-close and personal experiences from the ground and the
A Naturalist`s Guide to the Birds of China: Southeast China, Including Shanghai
A Naturalist`s Guide to the Birds of China: Southeast China, Including Shanghai will help you identify the 280 bird species most commonly seen in the area.With high quality photographs from the region`s top nature photographers and is accompanied by detailed species descriptions which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitat. The introduction covers geography and
A Naturalist`s Guide to the Garden Birds of Britain and Northern Europe
A Naturalist`s Guide to the Garden Birds of Britain and Northern Europe will help you identify the 90 bird species most commonly seen in or over the gardens of the area. Every species illustrated in colour with authoritative text describing key identification features. Includes an overview of classifications, how to make gardens attractive for birds
Spirit Worlds: Cambodia, the Buddha & the Naga
An absorbing study of Cambodian religion and beliefs covering everything from the role of monks in everyday life to beliefs in ghosts, gods and shamans. Belief in the supernatural covers every aspect of a Cambodian`s birth, life and death; life is a process of merit-making in order to maximize the conditions of their rebirth. Philip
Afoot in England
Afoot in England looks at the life of Argentinean born William Henry Hudson following his settlement in England in 1869. Hudson began a new life as a wanderer and field naturalist and his country rambles were an escape from a life that then held few other pleasures, not least many years living in poverty in
An Inland Voyage
Robert Louis Stevenson was not only a gifted writer; he was also an indefatigable traveller. His thirst for adventure was formed by his boyhood visits to remote Scottish lighthouses, and he spent much of his life fleeing the rigours of cold climes and social orthodoxy. Along the way he travelled through the Cevennes with a
Art 8/A1 Bar Globe
THIS ITEM IS ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE – WE DO NOT KEEP STOCK IN OUR STORESBoth stylish and functional, this floor standing globe opens up to reveal a bar with space for bottles and glasses. Made in Italy. Some assembly required.
Art 44/4 Bar Globe
THIS ITEM IS ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE – WE DO NOT KEEP STOCK IN OUR STORESBoth stylish and functional, this floor standing globe opens up to reveal a bar with space for bottles and glasses. Made in Italy. Some assembly required.
Art 88 Bar Globe
THIS ITEM IS ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE – WE DO NOT KEEP STOCK IN OUR STORESBoth stylish and functional, this floor standing globe opens up to reveal a bar with space for bottles and glasses. Made in Italy. Some assembly required.
The Obelisk Globe
THIS ITEM IS ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE – WE DO NOT KEEP STOCK IN OUR STORESThe Obelisk designer globe is an adaptation of a Frank Lloyd Wright vase design developed in 1929 for Leerdam Glassfabrik in Germany. The Obelisk stand is made from solid maple and cherry hardwood to create this stunning 2-tone effect. At an
London`s Strangest: The Thames
The 19th-century MP John Burns described the Thames as `liquid history` and ever since the Romans founded Londinium in 43 AD, the river has played a key cultural and economic, political and social role in the history of England. London`s Strangest: The Thames reveals the bizarre, funny and surreal events and episodes that have occurred
Vision Midnight Blue Globe
THIS ITEM IS ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE – WE DO NOT KEEP STOCK IN OUR STORESDesigned in Denmark and built in Italy, the Vision Midnight Blue globe is truly European. The oceans and inland lakes are black with a gloss texture. The cartographer has added country boundaries and all country, capital city and major place names
Lesser Spotted Britain
Photographer Dominic Greyer has spent the last twenty years roaming the British landscape in search of the country`s most unusual place names. He has an eye for quirky, rude and downright ridiculous name signs, and has photographed them all. Place names include the famous Twice Brewed (Northumberland), Fryup (North Yorkshire), Long Length (Kent) and Camptown
Art 928 Black Bar Globe
THIS ITEM IS ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE – WE DO NOT KEEP STOCK IN OUR STORESThis bar globe is the perfect combination of contemporary design and pure craftsmanship. The acrylic crystal top opens to reveal a drinks cabinet that comfortably accommodates 2/3 bottles and approximately 9 glass. Further bottles can be stored on the unique lower
Cool Architecture: 50 Fantastic Facts for Kids of All Ages
Cool Architecture: 50 Fantastic Facts for Kids of All Ages is the perfect book for anyone who wants to know more about the buildings around us. After reading this you`ll be able to tell a Doric from a Corinthian column, how the Egyptians built the pyramids, and how on earth a dome stays up. Packed
Art 928 White Bar Globe
THIS ITEM IS ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE – WE DO NOT KEEP STOCK IN OUR STORESThis bar globe is the perfect combination of contemporary design and pure craftsmanship. The acrylic crystal top opens to reveal a drinks cabinet that comfortably accommodates 2/3 bottles and approximately 9 glass. Further bottles can be stored on the unique lower
