Category Archives: Travel Guides
Atlas of Food
The world can be seen from many different viewpoints, but one of the most interesting is certainly food. Don`t we always say, “we are what we eat”? Therefore, a particular food will reflect the culture, the tradition and the relation to nature of the people who created it. This book travels thecountries of the world
Vegetarian Cuisine
This full colour paperback is packed with recipes for veggie appetizers, main courses and snacks, guaranteeing a rich and balanced diet beyond meat. It describes how vegetables, grains and plant proteins can be used in creative and original ways. Here there are unique ideas that showcase how vegetarian cooking can be rewarding and delicious as
Atlas of Flags
Why is there a maple leaf in the centre of the Canadian flag? What is the eagle on the white background of the Mexican flag carrying in its beak? Is it just by chance that the Middle Eastern countries all have flags in the same colours? These and many other questions about national flags are
Pasta
Always in a hurry? Pasta provides the secrets to making simple and original dishes that are nutritionally balanced and quick and easy to prepare, using everyday ingredients and straightforward cooking techniques. “Pasta” includes delicious dishes suitable for all occasions, whether a speedy supper or a sophisticated dinner party. Experience the pleasure of Italy`s most popular
Celestial Atlas: A Journey in the Sky Through Maps
Since the time of the ancient Egyptians and Babylonians, the observation, study and representation of the night sky has been a challenge for humans, who have always found themselves both astonished at the sight of the vault of the sky illuminated by the stars, and eager to gain scientific knowledge and understanding of what they
Patagonia And Tierra Del Fuego Nautical Guide – 3rd Edition
Patagonia & Tierra Del Fuego Nautical Guide (3rd Edition) is published in English by an Italian couple who have spent more than eleven years cruising in the Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego area. The work is divided into two sections. The first part contains subjects such as yacht preparation, rules of navigation, meteorology, radio frequencies,
Encounters with Nature: 53 of the World`s Must-See Destinations
Nature is increasingly threatened and desired. The progress of global tourism and easy access to transportation have made the enchanting scenery and unforgettable panoramas found in all corners of the continents that make up our planet, accessible to an ever growing number of people. The idea of “remote” has steadily abated but there are still
Discovering the Vikings
This new series of large board books was developed for children aged 6 to 9 to teach them about ancient history using a fun, playful approach.It includes short, simple texts that examine some of the aspects of relevant civilizations in an easy but captivating manner as well as detachable cardboard figures and characters that can
Discovering the Ancient Egyptians
This new series of large board books was developed for children aged 6 to 9 to teach them about ancient history using a fun, playful approach.It includes short, simple texts that examine some of the aspects of relevant civilizations in an easy but captivating manner as well as detachable cardboard figures and characters that can
Female Explorers` Atlas
From the dawn of civilization, mankind has been inspired to explore and discover the world around him. This atlas, with its beautiful illustrations and wealth of information and interesting facts, is the perfect companion to the previous project: Great Explorers` Atlas published by White Star Publishers. A new and fascinating voyage following in the footsteps
Mighty Silence
An acclaimed fashion photographer provides a personal, luminous, and moving account of post-tsunami Japan. This volume is an extraordinary photographic report by the famous Japanese fashion photographer Yasushi Handa, taken a few weeks after the terrible earthquake and tsunami that battered the eastern coastline of Japan in March 2011. It includes the detailed history of
African Art from the Leslie Sacks Collection: Refined Eye, Passionate Heart
This volume unveils the African art pieces held in the celebrated Leslie Stacks Collection in Los Angeles.
Milan: Highlights
An art city and a fashion, business and nightlife capital, as well as a testing ground for urban planning with the 2015 Expo: with over one hundred photographs, this volume offers a fascinating tour of the architecture, masterpieces and hidden corners of Milan. The volume provides an all-round view of the city, by taking into
Hidden in Nature: Search, Find and Count
This large format book helps children test their ability to observe and count. The wonderful full-page illustrations by Agnese Baruzzi which are so rich in detail, depict different natural environments and incredible mazes. The children have to search for the animals hidden in the pages and list them on the adjoining page. How many animals
Ocean: The Secret Life of the Depths
Explore the undersea world of Australia`s Great Barrier Reef! The Great Barrier Reef is home to an incredible variety of ocean life, from little clownfish to the huge hammerhead shark. Featuring stunning watercolors by Margherita Borin, this concertina book unfolds to reveal all the inhabitants of the richly biodiverse habitat. Along the back of the
Search Find and Count: Giant Mazes
In this large format book children will have the opportunity to test their ability to observe and count. The wonderful full-page tables by Agnese Baruzzi, so rich in detail and particulars, depict different natural environments and wonderful mazes, in which are included many animals that children will have to look for, count and report in
Planet Earth: Infographic Plates To Explore Our World
Born from the encounter between graphic arts, computer science and journalism, the language of infographics is considered one of the most contemporary and rigorous, from a scientific point of view. Its new and original application to children`s publishing makes this volume, devoted entirely to the planet Earth, truly one of a kind. The solid scientific
Christmas Carol
The greatness of a writer the caliber of Charles Dickens merges with the delicacy of one of the most touching Christmas stories of all time in this beautifully illustrated book, which revives this classic of literature in a new and original way, to the delight of young readers. Agnese Baruzzi, talented and imaginative artist, has
