Category Archives: Travel Guides
The Viking Ship
The Viking ship is one of the most iconic images of the Viking Age. As well as including well-known vessels such as the spectacular ship-burials from Gokstad and Oseberg in southern Norway, Viking Ships introduces the newly-conserved Roskilde 6 ship from Denmark. Measuring at over 37 metres, this is the longest Viking ship ever discovered
African Art Close Up
Featuring a rich array of magnificent artworks from the British Museum and beyond , th e book showcases some of the most exquisite works of wood, stone, ceramics, beadwork, textiles and metalwork from Africa ‘“ from the Mediterranean coast to the Cape and from the Atlantic to the Indian Ocean. Beginning with an introduction to
Total Loss
An enthralling collection of 45 dramatic stories of yachts lost at sea, Total Loss has been a consistent bestseller since first publication. This fascinating new edition carries exciting first-hand accounts, including the tragic sinking of the yacht Ouzo, run down or swamped by a P&O ferry in the English Channel, the loss of Hooligan V,
London: A View From The Streets
Mesmerizing, exhilarating and awe-inspiring, London has provided a rich subject for the many artists, satirists, map-makers and engravers who have tried to make a lasting record of their impressions of the city. Representations of London are fascinatingly diverse, presenting a lively and thought-provoking body of work that lets us see London as it has been
Birds of Pakistan
This guide is a successor to the much acclaimed Birds of the Indian Subcontinent by two of the same authors. Covering Pakistan, the superb plates are accompanied by a succinct text highlighting identification, voice, habitat, altitudinal range, distribution and status. The text is on facing pages to the plates, for easy reference and there are
Bonaparte and the British: Prints and Propaganda in the Age of Napoleon
Not only was Waterloo one of the most decisive battles ever fought, was also a crucial event in European political and social history, ending over 20 years of conflict and bringing to his knees one of Europe`s most extraordinary and challenging figures Napoleon Bonaparte. This intriguing book shows through contemporary prints how Bonaparte was seen
RSPB First Book of Garden Birds
A beautiful picture book about garden birds that will appeal to families with young children. Rachel Lockwood`s wonderful illustrations will delight children aged from two to seven, and will help them to discover and identify the most common birds in their everyday surroundings. Each bird is introduced on a right-hand page in an illustration where
Knots & Splices
This is reputedly the bestselling truly pocket-sized book on rope and wire work, splices, and all types of knots, and has been continuously in print for almost 50 years. It has become the basic handbook showing how to tie the most useful and indispensable knots, bends and splices and has sold worldwide to sailors, campers,
Metal Corrosion In Boats
Knowledge of metal corrosion and its prevention are vital for the safety and integrity of a boat. The third edition of this unique book is for boat owner and boat builder alike, giving advice on how to prevent or at least reduce the corrosive effects of seawater. In this edition more attention is paid to
The Sailing Handbook
The Sailing Handbook is the ideal guide for anyone who wants to get the most out of sailing. Brightly presented, clear and accessible, it is designed to teach the basics of sailing, increase your enjoyment of the sport, improve your technique, and ultimately, enable you to take part in professional competitions. Designed for easy reference,
Adelard Coles Book of Knots
All boaters – whether at sea, on rivers or canals, and whether on dinghies, yachts, canalboats or motor-cruisers – need to know how to tie and use a variety of knots. The Adlard Coles Book of Knots, previously published as The RYA Book of Knots, is now available in a new edition, with clear how-to
50 ways to improve your weather forecasting
This is a book about practical weather forecasting, and it starts where most other books finish. Weather forecasts give you a lot of information about the weather to come but they often leave out a lot of the detail, and the timing of changes can also be vague. In this book, Dag Pike shows how
The Climbing Handbook
`The Climbing Handbook` is the essential reference for anyone interested in climbing, from those just discovering the sport to experienced climbers. It is a full-colour book packed with stunning photography and illustrations giving detailed and easy-to-follow guidance on every aspect of climbing. This book takes the reader from the very first steps to detailed drills
Guardian guide to working abroad
The lure of working and living abroad can be hard to resist, and improvements in technology mean that you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Full of practical advice and up-to-date information on the most popular countries to move to, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to experience working life in
Yachtsmans Ten Language Dictionary
Invaluable maritime phrases for voyaging outside the UK.The third edition of this multilingual dictionary, specifically geared to yachtsmen, covers cruising terms in English, French, German, Dutch, Danish, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish and Greek. It has been thoroughly revised and updated to cover all the subjects the boater might need, including words for several thousand onboard
Skipper`s Cockpit Emergency Guide
Spiral bound with laminated pages to protect against the effects of the weather, this is an invaluable quick cockpit reference for anyone finding themselves in an emergency at sea. Packed with practical accessible advice on the most common emergencies requiring rapid action, it covers: Storm tactics Man overboard Gear failure Fire Dismasting Sinking First aid,
How to Paint Your Boat
Most boatowners will find themselves with paintbrush in hand at least once during a season but with the vast range of products now available, how do you know which to select for the job? This book answers all the DIY boatowner`s questions, and provides practical advice on painting every type of material. It explains: correct
Birds of Peru
With over 1800 species, Peru has the second richest avifauna of any country in the world. As a consequence it is one of the most popular birding destinations in South America. Birds of Peru is the first comprehensive and fully illustrated field guide to the avifauna of Peru. The combination of authoritative text and superb
How To Install A New Diesel
This book covers all the factors relevant to choosing and installing a new diesel engine, whether the work will be done by the owner or entrusted to a boatyard or engineer. It covers selecting the right size and type of engine, deciding on transmission and stern gear, designing new engine bearers, fitting fuel tanks, filters
