Category Archives: Travel Guides
First Light
Drawing on decades of experience, Joe Cornish, one of Britain`s most distinguished landscape photographers, has distilled the key elements of his craft into a collection of thought-provoking essays accompanied by a stunning selection of his photographs. From his beloved North Yorkshire, to the rocky canyons of the Colorado Plateau, the photos in First Light have
Concepts of Nature
Andy Rouse has gained a reputation for getting up close and personal with his subjects -ranging from lions and elephants in Africa to penguins in Antarctica, and taking in a whole host of African, European and North American wildlife on the way. In Concepts of Nature the author brings together some of his most memorable
The Mapmakers – A History of Stanfords
We are proud to sell this wonderful book, as The Mapmakers is quite literally, all about us. One of London’s best known specialist shops, we have been trading, in Charing Cross and now Covent Garden, for more than 150 years and we are famous all over the world as a premier supplier of maps and
Elizabeth David Classics
“Everyone who loves good food will welcome this reprint in one volume, hardback and durable, of the three classics of the kitchen which first made us familiar with the name Elizabeth David. They have been necessary to my generation, they will be necessary to our children and grand children.” These are the opening lines from
Freeways – A Journey West on Route 66
Exploring the lure of migration, this tale chronicles a drive along Route 66 from Oklahoma through New Mexico and Arizona to the promised land of California. Showing a country obsessed with change and itself, the story reveals how the nation fragments into pieces as the drift of manifest prosperity stalls on the coast.
Spices, Salts & Aromatics In The English Kitchen
Elizabeth David presents a collection of English recipes using spices, salt and aromatics. The book includes dishes such as briskets and spiced beef, smoked fish, cured pork and sweet fruit pickles. An emphasis is placed on the influence of the Orient on the English kitchen.
Where the Earth Ends – A Journey Beyond Patagonia
My great grandfather and grandfather sailed the Horn, in steam and diesel, out of Liverpool. I was the first generation not to sail the Horn or fight a war. Instead, I would go to the end of the world, beyond Patagonia, to Tierra del Fuego. I would do more, I would see the Horn and
Scotland`s Landscapes: The National Collection of Aerial Photography
The new compact format paperback edition of the bestselling Scottish photography book. As the glaciers of the last Ice Age receded, humans ventured into the far north, exploring a wild, fertile territory. Nomadic hunter-gatherers at first, they made the decision to stay for good – to farm and to build. The landscapes they lived on
The Colour Of A Dog Running Away
Set in the bohemian underbelly of Barcelona, this novel skilfully combines an urban thriller and a gothic historical drama focusing on Catharism, a 13th century heretical sect.
Two Years in the French West Indies
In October 1887 the writer and translator Lafcadio Hearn sailed from New York to Martinique. Intending to stay for a few months, he remained for two years. He viewed French-ruled Martinique as an exotic fusion of European, African and Asian influences, the Creole society par exellence. Describing the island`s landscape, its flora and fauna, its
Babs2Brisbane
Once in a while fate sets you off in a direction you never expected. When Barbara Haddrill was asked to be a bridesmaid at her friend`s wedding in Australia she decided to take the most eco-friendly route possible. Giving up on the easy option – a long haul flight that would have got her to
Vegetarian Paris
Paris has long been known as the world`s gourmet dining epicenter, but not until now has the French capital been able to claim the coveted “veg-friendly” bragging right. This comprehensive guide explores more than 150 delectable destinations throughout the city`s 20 unique arrondissements and arms readers with the information they need to eat well and
Vegan London: Comprehensive Edition
The indispensable pocket bible for residents and visitors.If you are vegan, veggie, moving that way, or have one in the family, these guides show you fabulous food alla cross London. Includes vegan markets, cake shops, ice cream parlours, vegan fried chick`n shops and all-you-can-eat buffets.Vegan and veggie restaurants, cafes, take-aways with detailed descriptions, menus and
London Plaques – 5 Fascinating Walks: Viewing the Homes of the Great and Good: Mayfair, Marylebone and St James`s
“Many of the former homes of the great and good are identified with commemorative plaques. There are over 1000 in Greater London, and 175 are in this book”See plaques the other guides don`t show.The stars of the guide include 15 Prime Ministers, 4 United States Presidents, 23 Scientists Medicos, 24 Entertainers, 9 Architects, 16 Novelists
Ultimate Devon Coast to Coast Guide
Excellent Books` guide to the Devon Coast to Coast cycle trail covers the entire 102 mile route from either Ilfracombe or Bude on the north coast of Devon to Plymouth on the south coast, taking in coasts, estuaries and beaches, plus The Granite Way on the flank of Dartmoor, the Plym Valley Trail and the
