Category Archives: Travel Guides

The Golovlevs

Anna Petrovna rules the ancestral estate of the Golovlev family with an iron hand. Around her swarm her family; her alcoholic sons, dissipated grandchildren and degenerate husband. But, in his darkened study, her son Porfiry – `Judas the Bloodsucker` – schemes for an overthrow of power. In this powerful novel, the great Russian satirist presents

In the Dark

A blind police detective. A psychopath with a grudge. A hunt that will expose her darkest fear… Jenny Aaron was once part of an elite police unit in Berlin, tracking the country`s most dangerous criminals. She was the best. Until a mission went wrong and she lost her sight forever. Five years later, Aaron has

The Travelling Companion: For as Long as it Takes to Get There

For recent college graduate Ronald Hastie, a job at the legendary Shakespeare and Company bookshop offers the perfect occupation during a summer abroad in Paris. Working part-time in exchange for room and board leaves plenty of freedom to explore the city once visited by his literary hero, Robert Louis Stevenson, and things only get better

South Wind

The bishop was feeling rather sea-sick. Confoundedly sea-sick, in fact. An Anglican bishop, on recuperative leave from his African diocese, alights at the island of Nepthene for a short stay on his passage to England. Soon he is caught up in the wild and exuberant antics of visitors and residents. Norman Douglas`s famed, and infamous,

City Trails – Tokyo

Here`s a book about Tokyo that`s seriously streetwise. `Lonely Planet Kids` City Trails: Tokyo` features colourful themed trails, from history and culture to food and nature, that reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales that kids won`t find on the tourist routes or inside the average guidebook. We`ll show them where to bathe in chocolate, climb

City Trails – Sydney

Here`s a book about Sydney that`s seriously streetwise. Lonely Planet Kids` City Trails: Sydney features colourful themed trails, from history and culture to food and nature, that reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales that kids won`t find on the tourist routes or inside the average guidebook. We`ll show them where to find haunted pubs, ancient

City Trails – Washington DC

Here`s a book that`s seriously streetwise. Lonely Planet Kids` City Trails: Washington DC features colourful themed trails, from history and culture to food and nature, that reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales that kids won`t find on the tourist routes or inside the average guidebook. We`ll show them where to find Henry the giant elephant,

The Future We Choose: The Stubborn Optimist`s Guide to the Climate Crisis

“One of the most inspiring books I have ever read” Yuval Noah Harari”Figueres and Rivett-Carnac dare to tell us how our response can create a better, fairer world” Naomi KleinDiscover why there`s hope for the planet and how we can each make a difference in the climate crisis, starting today. Humanity is not doomed, and

First Words – English 1

Bring the English language to life with this beautifully illustrated children`s book from Lonely Planet Kids, an imprint of Lonely Planet, the world`s leading travel guide and phrasebook publisher. Perfect for the whole family, First Words English features 100 words to use while travelling, from food and transport, to animals and weather.Each word is accompanied

The Foundling

A mother`s love knows no bounds . . . London, 1754. Six years after leaving her illegitimate daughter Clara at London`s Foundling Hospital, Bess Bright returns to reclaim the child she has never known. Dreading the worst – that Clara has died in care – the last thing she expects to hear is that her

Around the World in 50 Ways

Set off from London and travel across the globe. Then try to make it back! In Lonely Planet Kids` Around the World in 50 Ways, kids choose their favourite routes and transportation, from tuk-tuks and sleds, to steamboats and hot-air balloons. They`ll visit famous cities and exotic, far-flung places – and learn amazing facts about

Snowflake: The most eagerly anticipated debut of 2021

A NOVEL FOR A GENERATION`Wonderful` Roddy Doyle`GAS and beautiful and truthful and touching` Marian Keyes, author of Grown Ups`A novel for anyone who`s ever felt lost in the world` John Boyne, author of The Heart`s Invisible Furies`Tender, laugh-out-loud funny, and deeply moving` Louise O`Neill, author of After the Silence `Astonishing` Stacey Halls, author of The

Street Art

Discover the street art scene in London, Melbourne, San Francisco and 39 other cities around the world through vivid photography. From Banksy`s stencils and Invader`s mosaics to amazing murals, this insider`s guide provides practical details and maps of where to find secret stashes of street art, and introduces key artists, festivals and locations.Street art is

Rome Lonely Planet City Map

Lonely Planet presents this durable and waterproof street map of Rome with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory. Covers Borgo,

San Francisco Lonely Planet City Map

Lonely Planet presents this durable and waterproof street map of San Francisco with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory. Covers

Sydney Lonely Planet City Map

Lonely Planet presents this durable and waterproof street map of Sydney with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory. Inset with

Washington DC Lonely Planet City Map

Lonely Planet presents this durable and waterproof street map of Washington DC with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format.Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory. Covers Capitol

From the Source – France

Lonely Planet presents France`s most authentic dishes, direct from the kitchens where they were perfected.From street-food vendors to Michelin-starred chefs, France`s best local cooks share their passion for food and their region`s classic recipes – from impossibly light cheese souffles and rustic coq au vin to delectable macarons.Recipes include:- Escargots- Boeuf bourgignon- Moules marinieres- Mousse

Lonely Planet`s Global Beer Tour

Explore the vibrant world of craft beer with Lonely Planet Global Beer Tour. We`ve selected some of the finest tap rooms, bars and breweries that thirsty travellers can visit in 30 countries around the world. Discover how to find them, which beers to sample, and learn about local places of interest with our recommended itineraries.

How to be a Travel Writer

Bursting with invaluable advice, this inspiring and practical guide, fully revised and updated in this new edition, is a must for anyone who yearns to write about travel – whether they aspire to make their living from it or simply enjoy jotting in a journal for posterity.You don`t have to make money to profit from