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With Rick Steves, Madrid and Toledo are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Spain includes:* Rick\'s firsthand, up-to-date advice on Madrid and Toledo\'s best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps* Top sights and local experiences: Visit the masterpieces of the Prado Museum, explore the Royal Palace, or admire the magnificent Toledo Cathedral. Chat with locals at lively tapas bar and sip authentic vermouth. Wander the medieval town of Ávila or take a rowboat through the lush Retiro Park* Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick\'s trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Madrid & Toledo is truly a tour guide in your pocket.Exploring beyond Madrid and Toledo? Pick up Rick Steves Spain for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip. Σελίδες: 240, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0314, Διαστάσεις: 11.4x11.4cm

With Rick Steves, the Scottish Highlands are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Scotland includes:- Rick\'s firsthand, up-to-date advice on the Highlands\' best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips for how to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps- Top sights and local experiences: Follow the Speyside Whisky Trail, cut through the Cairngorms, and kayak across Loch Lomond. Hike the craggy landscapes, hop a ferry to the Isle of Skye, or watched kilted athletes test their strength in the Highland Games- Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on track- Full coverage of Oban & the Inner Hebrides, Glencoe & Fort William, Inverness & Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, and moreWith selective coverage and Rick\'s trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Scottish Highlands is truly a tour guide in your pocket.Exploring beyond the Highlands? Pick up Rick Steves Scotland for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip. Σελίδες: 248, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0711, Διαστάσεις: 11.4x11.4cm

Vienna may be famous for its monumental palaces and classical music scene, but Austria\'s capital isn\'t all about the past - expect contemporary art galleries, cool cafés and buzzing bars galore. Make the most of your trip to this elegant city with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Vienna has to offer and ensuring that you don\'t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Vienna you will find: - Up-to-date information with insider tips and advice for staying safe.- Top 10 lists of Vienna\'s must-sees, including Stephansdom, the Hofburg, the Belvedere and Hundertwasserhaus- Vienna\'s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping.- Themed lists, including the best art galleries, music venues, Viennese dishes, things to do for free and much more- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week.- A laminated pull-out map of Vienna, plus 6 full-colour area maps.Looking for more on Vienna\'s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Vienna or DK Eyewitness Austria.About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion. Σελίδες: 160, Διαστάσεις: 10.4x10.4cm

Beyond the fine beaches, endless sunshine and lively nightlife, Spain\'s southeast coastline is also home to wild sierras, picturesque old towns and terrific tapas bars.Make the most of your trip to this sunny spot with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that the Costa Blanca has to offer and ensuring that you don\'t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Costa Blanca you will find: - Up-to-date information with insider tips and advice for staying safe.- Top 10 lists of Costa Blanca\'s must-sees, including Guadalest, Alicante, Sierra Espuña and Isla Tabarca.- Costa Blanca\'s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping.-Themed lists, including the top beaches, areas of natural beauty, tapas bars and much more.- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week.- A laminated pull-out map of Costa Blanca, plus four full-colour area maps.Want to explore more of Spain? Try our DK Eyewitness Spain.About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion. Σελίδες: 144, Διαστάσεις: 10.3x10.3cm

\'Transports the reader to another world\' Sunday Express Adventurer and TV presenter Alice Morrison takes the reader on three remarkable and inspirational journeys across Morocco, from the Sahara to the Atlas mountains, to reveal the growing challenges faced by our planet.  Accompanied only by three Amazigh Muslim men and their camels, Scottish explorer Alice Morrison set off to find a hidden world. During her journey along the Draa river, she encountered dinosaur footprints and discovereda lost city, as well as what looked like a map of an ancient spaceship, all the while trying to avoid landmines, quicksand and the deadly horned viper.  Few places better illustrate the reality of climate change and the encroachment of the desert than a dried-out riverbed, but this also means a constant search for the next source of water. Meeting other nomads as they travel, Alice also gets to hear a side of their lives few ever access, as the women would never be allowed to speak to men from outside their community. They explain the challenges of giving birth and raising children in the wilderness. As the journey continues, Alice learns to enjoy goat\'s trachea sausages, gets a saliva shower from Hamish the camel as he blows out his sex bubble, and shares riddles round the camp fire with her fellow travellers.Walking with Nomads reveals the transformative richness of the desert and the mountains, providing a total escape from everyday concerns, but it also shows how the ancient world of the nomad is under threat as never before. Σελίδες: 336, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0316, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

\'If ever there was a book calculated to make a man in love with its author, this appears to me to be the book.\' William Godwin, the author\'s future husband, was not alone in admiring Letters written during a short residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, Wollstonecraft\'s most popular book during her lifetime. Not easy to categorize, it is both an arresting travel book and a moving exploration of her personal and political selves. Wollstonecraft set out for Scandinavia just two weeks after her first suicide attempt, on a mission from the lover whose affections she doubted, to recover his silver on a ship that had gone missing. With her baby daughter and a nursemaid, she travelled across the dramatic landscape and wrote sublime descriptions of the natural world, and the events and people she encountered. What emerges most vividly is Wollstonecraft\'s courage and ability to look beyond her own suffering to the turmoil around her in revolutionary Europe, and a better future. This edition includes further material on the silver ship, Wollstonecraft\'s personal letters to Imlay during her trip, an extract from Godwin\'s memoir, and a selection of contemporary reviews. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World\'s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford\'s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Σελίδες: 240, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

From the authors of the highly successful Adventures Walks for Families In and Around London comes London Adventure Walks, offering 25 carefully devised, imaginative explorations of London - all starting from points easily accessible by public transport - specifically designed to appeal to children. Intriguing explorations of the historic (Tudor London/Dick Whittington/Fire of London/Florence Nightingale), literary (Dickens, Shakespeare, 101 Dalmatians, Paddington Bear), artistic and famous sights of the capital will draw them in and keep them enthralled. Σελίδες: 208, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0506, Διαστάσεις: 11.2x11.2cm

The essential guide for the discerning tourist and island devotee, Skye describes everything the visitor needs to know about the islands\' heritage, landscape, climate, flora and fauna. Contains fascinating information about all the key places of interest, from areas of outstanding beauty such as heather covered hills, to the ancient capital steeped in history. Illustrated with over 100 superb colour photographs showing every aspect of the island and its people. Σελίδες: 112, Διαστάσεις: 19x19cm

The essential guide for the discerning tourist and island devotee, \"Uists & Barra\" describes everything the visitor needs to know about the islands\' heritage, landscape, climate, flora and fauna. It contains fascinating information about all the key places of interest, from the stunning, rugged beaches, to the ancient buildings and ruins steeped in history. It is illustrated with over 100 superb colour photographs showing every aspect of the island and its people. Σελίδες: 112, Διαστάσεις: 19.1x19.1cm

With Rick Steves, Lisbon is yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Portugal includes:Rick\'s firsthand, up-to-date advice on Lisbon\'s best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist trapsTop sights and local experiences: Relax and people-watch at an Art Nouveau café, or take a trolley tour of the famed colorful hills. Wander tangled medieval streets and museums of ancient art, and sip delicious port with locals at an authentic fado barHelpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick\'s trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Lisbon is truly a tour guide in your pocket.Exploring beyond the city? Pick up Rick Steves Portugal for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip. Σελίδες: 184, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0530, Διαστάσεις: 11.4x11.4cm

Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves! This colorful, compact guidebook is perfect for spending a week or less in Italy\'s Cinque Terre:- City walks and tours: Six detailed tours and walks showcase the essential sights of each village, including Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Riomaggiore, and more- Rick\'s strategic advice on which experiences are worth your time and money- What to eat and where to stay: Enjoy local wine and seafood antipasti, chat with locals at a family-run trattoria, and admire views of the ocean from your hotel- Day-by-day itineraries to help you prioritize your time- A detailed, detachable fold-out map, plus individual village maps throughout- Full-colour, portable, and slim for exploring on the go- Trip-planning practicalities like when to go, how to get around, and moreLightweight yet packed with valuable insight into the history and culture of Italy, Rick Steves Pocket Italy\'s Cinque Terre truly is a tour guide in your pocket. Expanding your trip? Try Rick Steves Italy! Σελίδες: 200, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0213, Διαστάσεις: 11.4x11.4cm

Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves! This colorful, compact guidebook is perfect for spending a week or less in Florence:- City walks and tours: Five detailed tours and walks showcase Florence\'s essential sights, including the Uffizi Gallery, the Duomo, and Michelangelo\'s David at the Accademia, plus specific recommendations for each neighborhood- Rick\'s strategic advice on what\'s worth your time and money- What to eat and where to stay: Sample artisanal gelato, chat with locals over a glass of Chianti, and enjoy the Old-World ambience of a Florentine bed and breakfast- Day-by-day itineraries to help you prioritize your time- A detailed, detachable fold-out map, plus museum and city maps throughout- Full-color, portable, and slim for exploring on the go- Trip-planning practicalities like when to go, how to get around, basic Italian phrases, and moreLightweight yet packed with information on what to do and see, Rick Steves Pocket Florence truly is a tour guide in your pocket.Spending more time in the region? Try Rick Steves Florence & Tuscany. Σελίδες: 200, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1031, Διαστάσεις: 11.4x11.4cm

Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves! This colorful, compact guidebook is perfect for spending a week or less in London: ·City walks and tours: Six detailed tours and walks showcase London\'s essential sights, including the National Gallery, the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey, plus handy neighborhood breakdowns ·Rick\'s strategic advice on what experiences are worth your time and money ·What to eat and where to stay: Dig into hearty pub fare with the locals, wash down a classic fish n\' chips with a pint, and linger over high tea ·Day-by-day itineraries to help you prioritize your time ·A detailed, detachable fold-out map, plus museum and city maps throughout ·Full-color, portable, and slim for exploring on the go ·Trip-planning practicalities like when to go, how to get around, and moreLightweight yet packed with valuable insight into London\'s history and culture, Rick Steves Pocket London truly is a tour guide in your pocket. Spending more than a week in the city? Try Rick Steves London! Σελίδες: 232, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0912, Διαστάσεις: 11.4x11.4cm

The Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition was perhaps the most ambitious, elaborate and confident of all the British attempts to master the South Pole. Like the others it ended in disaster, with the Endeavour first trapped and then crushed to pieces in the ice and its crew trapped in the Antarctic, seemingly doomed to a slow and horrible death. In the face of extraordinary odds, Shackleton, the expedition\'s leader, decided on the only course that might just save them: a 700 nautical mile voyage in a small boat across the ferocious Southern Ocean in the forelorn hope of reaching the only human habitation within range: a small whaling station on the rugged, ice-sheeted island of South Georgia.South tells the story both of the whole astonishing expedition and of Shackleton\'s journey to rescue his men - one of the greatest feats of navigation ever recorded. Σελίδες: 416, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

A highly entertaining and moving journal chronicling J. R. Ackerley\'s time in IndiaIn the 1920s, the young J. R. Ackerley spent several months in India as the Private Secretary to the Maharajah of Chhokrapur. Knowing almost nothing of India, he discovers Hindu culture, festivals and language, and reveals the fascinating attitudes of the Palace staff on women, marriage. the caste system and death. At the heart of Hindoo Holiday is the wonderfully unpredictable figure of his Highness the Maharajah Sahib who, ultimately, just wants \'someone to love him\'. Σελίδες: 288, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

\'They are memorials to times and countries whose best is probably past and gone . . . I was lucky to have known them when I did, before darkness began to fall from the air.\'When Laurie Lee first left his country village aged nineteen, he discovered a delight in the outside world that remained undiminished throughout his writing life. This enchanting collection of his \'first loves and obsessions\' brings together pieces including recollections of his Gloucestershire childhood celebrated in Cider With Rosie; reflections on life, love and death, such as a moving report from the tragic Welsh village of Aberfan; and evocative travel writings on Tuscany, Mexico and the West Indies, amongst others, before they were transformed by mass tourism. Together they capture a world that is lost forever.\'One of Britain\'s finest writers\' Daily Mail\'There\'s a formidable, instant charm in the writing that genuinely makes it difficult to put the book down\' New Statesman Σελίδες: 240, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

The outrageous sequel to Don\'t Tell Mum I Work on the Rigs (She Thinks I\'m a Piano Player in a Whorehouse) brings more great stories from the far side of civilization - hilarious, full of humour, colourful characters and dramatic action! Just another glorious day in the oilfield for Paul Carter! He\'s stuck in the middle of the Russian sea on a rig staffed by a crew from Azerbaijan. The choppers are older than him and can only fly by line of sight, turning back regularly due to the weather which gets particuarly interesting when they are past the point of no return with half there fuel gone and they are committed to finding the rig in a fog that\'s thicker than a Big Brother housemate. The closest thing to a hotel for miles around is the Asylum, a former soviet mental institution that now houses offshore personnel en-route to the rig, where his room mates are Vodka Bob - who drinks Guinness for breakfast when he\'s not on the rig - Sick Boy, who snores like a pit bull being hot-waxed and Sealbasher. In his inimitable style Paul Carter regales us with his colourful adventures from the front line of thee oil industry and the far side of civilization! Σελίδες: 272, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

Σελίδες: 288, Διαστάσεις: 13.1x13.1cm

A take-no-prisoners approach to life has seen Paul Carter heading to some of the world\'s most remote, wild and dangerous places as a contractor in the oil business. Amazingly, he\'s survived (so far) to tell these stories from the edge of civilization. He has been shot at, hijacked and held hostage; almost died of dysentery in Asia and toothache in Russia; watched a Texan lose his mind in the jungles of Asia; lost a lot of money backing a scorpion against a mouse in a fight to the death, and been served cocktails by an orangutan on an ocean freighter. And that\'s just his day job. Taking postings in some of the world\'s wildest and most remote regions, not to mention some of the roughest rigs on the planet, Paul has worked, got into trouble, and been given serious talkings to, in locations as far-flung as the North Sea, Middle East, Borneo and Tunisia, as exotic as Sumatra, Vietnam and Thailand, and as flat-out dangerous as Columbia, Nigeria and Russia, with some of the maddest, baddest and strangest people you could ever hope not to meet. Σελίδες: 224, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

Σελίδες: 304, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

A completely revised edition of the award-winning, bestselling London Mapguide by Michael Middleditch - the best streetmap on the market.Michael Middleditch has revised and updated his hugely successful LONDON MAPGUIDE - first published in 1983 and now in its eighth edition. Streets and sights are mapped and named, and there is a full index so that it can be used like the London A-Z. In addition, famous landmarks, places of entertainment etc. are indicated on the maps. This edition has a brand-new spread on London architecture, and the Stratford Olympic area is fully incorporated into the book.At 72 pages of full colour maps this is the perfect book for every tourist and city-dweller.For many years Michael Middleditch was chief cartographer at Geographia. He created the Mapguides especially for Penguin, and there are four award-winning and highly successful titles in the series: New York, Paris, London and the Map of the World. Σελίδες: 72, Διαστάσεις: 13.2x13.2cm

\'Reading Brodsky\'s essays is like a conversation with an immensely erudite, hugely entertaining and witty (and often very funny) interlocutor\' Wall Street JournalWatermark is Joseph Brodsky\'s witty, intelligent, moving and elegant portrait of Venice. Looking at every aspect of the city, from its waterways, streets and architecture to its food, politics and people, Brodsky captures its magnificence and beauty, and recalls his own memories of the place he called home for many winters, as he remembers friends, lovers and enemies he has encountered. Above all, he reflects with great poetic force on how the rising tide of time affects city and inhabitants alike. Watermark is an unforgettable piece of writing, and a wonderful evocation of a remarkable, unique city. Winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature Σελίδες: 144, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

Nobel Prize-winning author Canetti spent only a few weeks in Marrakesh, but it was a visit that would remain with him for the rest of his life. In The Voices of Marrakesh, he captures the essence of that place: the crowds, the smells - of spices, camels and the souks - and, most importantly to Canetti, the sounds of the city, from the cries of the blind beggars and the children\'s call for alms to the unearthly silence on the still roofs above the hordes. In these immaculately crafted essays, Canetti examines the emotions Marrakesh stirred within him and the people who affected him for ever. Σελίδες: 128, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

In 1971 the celebrated traveller Patrick Leigh Fermor accompanied five friends on a remarkable journey into the high Andes of Peru. His adventure took him from Cuzco to Urubamba, on to Puno and Juli on Lake Titicaca, down to Arequipa and finally back to Lima.The expedition was led by a writer and poet and the party included a Swiss international skier and jeweller, a social anthropologist from Provence and a Nottinghamshire farming squire - all seasoned mountaineers. The other two participants - the author himself and a botany-loving duke - were complete novices. As the group travelled from Lima into increasingly remote parts of the country, Leigh Fermor captured their experiences in a series of letters to his wife.Whether recounting the thrill of crossing a glacier, the rigours of campsite life under a blanket of snow, their lively encounters with locals or the strangely moving sight of a lone condor circling in the sky, the author vividly conveys the excitement of discovery and the intense uniqueness of the land. Σελίδες: 128, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0211, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

\'Magnificent\' Robert MacfarlaneWinner of the Stanford Dolman Travel Book of the YearOur lives depend on shipping but it is a world which is largely hidden from us. In every lonely corner of every sea, through every night, every day, and every imaginable weather, tiny crews of seafarers work the giant ships which keep landed life afloat. These ordinary men live extraordinary lives, subject to dangers and difficulties we can only imagine, from hurricanes and pirates to years of confinement in hazardous, if not hellish, environments. Horatio Clare joins two container ships on their epic voyages across the globe and experiences unforgettable journeys. As the ships cross seas of history and incident, seafarers unfold the stories of their lives, and a beautiful and terrifying portrait of the oceans and their human subjects emerges.\'Tremendous\' The Times Σελίδες: 368, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

Practical travel guide to New England with a free eBook featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in New England, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in New England, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook.The Rough Guide to NEW ENGLAND covers: Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. Inside this travel guide you\'ll find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to New England, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Greensboro to family activities in child-friendly places, like Portland or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Nantucket.PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including New England entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.TIME-SAVING ITINERARIESCarefully planned routes covering the best of New England give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGEClear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCALTips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for scenic walks, boats trip or sampling local delicacies. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISSRough Guides\' rundown of Boston, Provincetown, Newport and Burlington\'s best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to New England, even in a short time.HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides\' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in New England, matching different needs.BACKGROUND INFORMATIONComprehensive \'Contexts\' chapter features fascinating insights into New England, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHYFeatures inspirational colour photography, including the stunning town of Peacham and the spectacular Flume Gorge.COLOUR-CODED MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Cambridge, Providence and many more locations in New England, reduce the need to go online.USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration. Σελίδες: 144

After ten years living abroad, Tarquin Hall wanted to return to his native London. Lured by his nostalgia for a leafy suburban childhood spent in south-west London, he returned with his Indian-born, American fiance in tow. But, priced out of the housing market, they found themselves living not in a townhouse, oozing Victorian charm, but in a squalid attic above a Bangladeshi sweatshop on London\'s Brick Lane. A grimy skylight provided the only window on their new world: a filthy, noisy street where drug dealers and prostitutes peddled their wares and tramps urinated on the pavements. At night, traffic lights lit up the ceiling and police sirens wailed into the early hours.Yet, as Hall got to know Brick Lane, he discovered beneath its unlovely surface an inner world where immigrants and asylum seekers struggle to better themselves and dream of escape. Salaam Brick Lane is a journey of discovery by an outsider in his own native city. It offers an explicit glimpse of the underbelly of London\'s most infamous quarter, the real-life world of Monica Ali\'s bestselling novel. Σελίδες: 288, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0608, Διαστάσεις: 13.2x13.2cm

Adventure writer Richard Grant takes on “the most American place on Earth” the enigmatic, beautiful, often derided Mississippi Delta.     Richard Grant and his girlfriend were living in a shoebox apartment in New York City when they decided on a whim to buy an old plantation house in the Mississippi Delta. This is their journey of discovery into this strange and wonderful American place. Imagine A Year In Provence with alligators and assassins, or Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil with hunting scenes and swamp-to-table dining.     On a remote, isolated strip of land, three miles beyond the tiny community of Pluto, Richard and his girlfriend, Mariah, embark on a new life. They learn to hunt, grow their own food, and fend off alligators, snakes, and varmints galore. They befriend an array of unforgettable local characters, blues legend T-Model Ford, cookbook maven Martha Foose, catfish farmers, eccentric millionaires, and the actor Morgan Freeman. Grant brings an adept, empathetic eye to the fascinating people he meets, capturing the rich, extraordinary culture of the Delta, while tracking its utterly bizarre and criminal extremes. Reporting from all angles as only an outsider can, Grant also delves deeply into the Delta’s lingering racial tensions. He finds that de facto segregation continues. Yet even as he observes major structural problems, he encounters many close, loving, and interdependent relationships between black and white families and good reasons for hope.    Dispatches from Pluto is a book as unique as the Delta itself. It’s lively, entertaining, and funny, containing a travel writer’s flair for in-depth reporting alongside insightful reflections on poverty, community, and race. It’s also a love story, as the nomadic Grant learns to settle down. He falls not just for his girlfriend but for the beguiling place they now call home. Mississippi, Grant concludes, is the best-kept secret in America. Σελίδες: 320, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0211, Διαστάσεις: 14x14cm

Lose yourself in this vivid travelogue evoking the historic Mediterranean island of Sicily by the king of travel writing and real-life family member of The Durrells in Corfu. \'A magician.\' The Times Despite decades spent poetically chronicling Mediterranean life in Rhodes, Cyprus and Corfu, celebrated travel writer Lawrence Durrell had never set foot on the largest island: Sicily. For years, his friend Martine begged him to visit her on this sun-kissed paradise, but it took her sudden death to finally bring him to its shores - and he is not disappointed. Joining an eccentric tour group, Durrell immerses himself in the island\'s spectacular archaeological remains, and becomes dizzy with Sicily\'s rich history: its mysterious myths and meanings. Featuring unpublished poems and illustrated with elegant engravings. Sicilian Carousel is a gem that ranks with Durrell\'s finest work.\'Readers who have been to Sicily will love this book. Readers who have not been to Sicily will love this book.\' Paul Fussell \'Like long letters from a civilized and very funny friend - the prose as luminous as the Mediterranean air he loves.\' Time Σελίδες: 240, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

‘Joyful, life-affirming, greedy. I loved it’ – DIANA HENRY ‘Whether you are an avid cyclist, a Francophile, a greedy gut, or simply an appreciator of impeccable writing – this book will get you hooked’ – YOTAM OTTOLENGHI The nation’s ‘taster in chief’ cycles 2,300 km across France in search of the definitive versions of classic French dishes. A green bike drunkenly weaves its way up a cratered hill in the late-morning sun, the gears grinding painfully, like a pepper mill running on empty. The rider crouched on top in a rictus of pain has slowed to a gravity-defying crawl when, from somewhere nearby, the whine of a nasal engine breaks through her ragged breathing. A battered van appears behind her, the customary cigarette dangling from its driver’s-side window… as he passes, she casually reaches down for some water, smiling broadly in the manner of someone having almost too much fun. ‘No sweat,’ she says jauntily to his retreating exhaust pipe. ‘Pas de problème, monsieur.’ A land of glorious landscapes, and even more glorious food, France is a place built for cycling and for eating, too – a country large enough to give any journey an epic quality, but with a bakery on every corner. Here, you can go from beach to mountain, Atlantic to Mediterranean, polder to Pyrenees, and taste the difference every time you stop for lunch. If you make it to lunch, that is… Part travelogue, part food memoir, all love letter to France, One More Croissant for the Road follows ‘the nation’s taster in chief’ Felicity Cloake’s very own Tour de France, cycling 2,300km across France in search of culinary perfection; from Tarte Tatin to Cassoulet via Poule au Pot, and Tartiflette. Each of the 21 ‘stages’ concludes with Felicity putting this new found knowledge to good use in a fresh and definitive recipe for each dish – the culmination of her rigorous and thorough investigative work on behalf of all of our taste buds. Σελίδες: 352, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

Make the most of your trip to Vancouver and Vancouver Island with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the region\'s best and ensuring that you don\'t miss anything. The pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable, the perfect companion while out and about.With a new lightweight format, this Vancouver travel guide is perfect for your pocket or bag when you’re on the move.Inside, you\'ll find:- Top 10 lists of Vancouver and Vancouver Island\'s must-sees, including Stanley Park, Granville Island, the Royal BC Museum and Whistler- Vancouver and Vancouver Island\'s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best parks and gardens, beaches and bays, First Nations art and much more- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week- A laminated pull-out map of Seattle, plus five full-colour area mapsDK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Take the work out of planning a short trip with the DK Eyewitness Top 10 series. It’s the ultimate travel guide packed with easy-to-read maps, tips and tours to make your weekend trip or cultural break memorable. Looking for more on Canada\'s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Canada. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations worldwide, from pocket-sized city guides to detailed country guides. Σελίδες: 128, Διαστάσεις: 10x10cm

Lonely Planet\'s Pocket Cabo Verde is your guide to the city\'s best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Explore the spectacular island of Santo Antão, climb Pico do Fogo or lay on a beach on Boa Vista; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Cabo Verde and make the most of your trip! Inside Lonely Planet\'s Pocket Cabo Verde: Full-colour maps and travel photography throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time Covers Santo Antão, São Vicente, Santa Luzia, São Nicolau, Sal, Boa Vista, Maio, Santiago, Fogo, Brava and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet\'s Pocket Cabo Verde an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Cabo Verde with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we\'ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You\'ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. \'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.\' New York Times \'Lonely Planet. It\'s on everyone\'s bookshelves; it\'s in every traveller\'s hands. It\'s on mobile phones. It\'s on the Internet. It\'s everywhere, and it\'s telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.\' Fairfax Media (Australia) Σελίδες: 160, Διαστάσεις: 10.6x10.6cm

A city of contrasts, Beijing has ancient temples and edgy art districts, winding hutongs and futuristic architecture - all within a stone\'s-throw of the awe-inspiring Great Wall of China.Make the most of your trip to this enthralling city with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Beijing has to offer and ensuring that you don\'t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about. Our updated 2022 travel guide brings Beijing to life. DK Eyewitness Beijng is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Beijing you will find: - Up-to-date information with insider tips and advice for staying safe- Top 10 lists of Beijing\'s must-sees, including the Forbidden City, Tian\'an Men Square and the Great Wall of China- Beijing\'s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best museums, restaurants, markets and shops and much more- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week- A laminated pull-out map of Beijing, plus seven full-colour area mapsLooking for more on Beijing\'s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Beijing and Shanghai.About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion. Σελίδες: 128, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0202, Διαστάσεις: 10.2x10.2cm

Home to iconic skyscrapers, atmospheric blues bars and world-class restaurants, Chicago is one of America\'s most exciting cities. Away from the buzz, sweeping sandy beaches and vast green parks make for the perfect place to unwind.Make the most of your trip to the Windy City with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Chicago has to offer and ensuring that you don\'t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable, the perfect companion while out and about.Inside you\'ll find:-Top 10 lists of Chicago\'s must-sees, including the Willis Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park-Chicago\'s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping-Themed lists, including the best skyscrapers, parks and beaches, blues and jazz joints, film locations and much more-Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week-A laminated pull-out map of Chicago, plus five full-colour area mapsDK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on Chicago\'s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness guides to Chicago and the USA. Σελίδες: 128, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0307, Διαστάσεις: 10.2x10.2cm

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The world\'s favourite pocket travel guidesMake the most of your trip to Boston with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Boston has to offer and ensuring that you don\'t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside this guide to Boston, you\'ll find:- Top 10 lists of Boston\'s must-sees and must-dos, including walking the Freedom Trail, visiting Boston Harbor, and tucking into the city\'s signature clam chowder- Boston\'s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best waterfront areas, performing arts venues, spots for seafood, day trips and much more- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week- A laminated pull-out map of Boston, plus six full-colour area mapsDK\'s Top 10 travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on Boston\'s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Boston travel guide. Σελίδες: 160, Διαστάσεις: 10.1x10.1cm