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'Original and illuminating ... what a good book this is' Jonathan Dimbleby 'A love letter to the people of the Old City' Jerusalem Post In Jerusalem, what you see and what is true are two different things. Maps divide the walled Old City into four...

'The most bizarre and delicious of travel books' Observer Julian Green was born to American parents in Paris in 1900, and spent most of his life in the French capital. Paris is an extraordinary, lyrical love letter to the city, taking the reader on...

Guidebook to walking Hampshire's Test Way, a 44 mile (71km) route from Inkpen Beacon to the Eling Tide Mill near Southampton Water. The walk, which is described over eight stages, takes in many of the region's natural, historical and architectural...

***A Waterstones Best Books of 2022 pick***'A unique, funny picture of Britain... A love letter to bookshops and the vagaries of public transport.' Richard Osman'Ince's love of books is infectious.' 'Books of the Year', IndependentWhy play to 12,000...

With details on everything from the Empire State Building to Max Fish, this is the only guide a native or traveller needs to navigate New York's neighbourhoods and find the best restaurants, shopping, and more. The Not For Tourists Guide to New York City...

Lonely Planet's Great Lakes and the Midwest USA's National Parks is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip. Roam idyllic Isle Royale, sail in Voyageurs and explore Wind Cave; all with your trusted travel companion...

Travel writing matters Explore the world through this beautiful collection of the finest travel writing published in British media in the 21st century – as judged by some of the most respected travel writers in the world: Levison Wood, Monisha Rajesh,...

The incredible story of one man's obsession to find and protect the world's largest flowers As a child, Chris Thorogood dreamed of seeing Rafflesia - the plant with the world's largest flowers. He crafted life-size replicas in an abandoned cemetery,...

This new-style edition of Pathfinder: Short Walks Peak District is fully updated and features 20 fantastic family walks ranging in length from 2 to 6 miles. Each walk is beautifully photographed and comes with a clear, large-scale Ordnance Survey route...

Pocket-sized books to inspire your on-foot exploration of top international destinations. Now with free eBook.Experience the best of Bali with this indispensably practical Insight Guides Explore book. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see...

Lonely Planet's new Wine Trails - Europe book is your guide to the perfect European wine getaway. Featuring Europe's most exciting and up-and-coming wine destinations, discover cult favourites and secret gems. Journey through 40 trails, from Vienna's...

Goa's golden beaches, sleepy fishing villages, white-washed churches, Indo-Portuguese mansions, mouthwatering coastal cuisine and lively nightlife make it an irresistible destination to visit. Make the most of your trip to India's sunshine state with DK...

The Irish Cookbook showcases the true depth of Irish cuisine, its ingredients and its fascinating history, as never before Ireland's remarkably rich food heritage dates back millenia and, in The Irish Cookbook, acclaimed chef Jp McMahon captures its...

From legendary barbecue to famous blues, soak up the best of Bluff City with Moon Memphis. *See the Sites: Immerse yourself in history at the National Civil Rights Museum or the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. Pay respects to the King at Graceland,...

***Shortlisted for the 2023 STANFORD TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR******A Financial Times Travel Book of the Year 2022***"Enchanting" Independent"Fatland distinguishes herself from the stereotypes" Guardian "Fatland is a sensitive and insightful chronicler of...

'A definitive classic field guide [...] Its scope is as magnificent as our countryside itself.' BBC Countryfile Magazine'This book is perfect for anyone who's travelled through the countryside, scratched their head, and thought, 'what on earth is that...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781914198700Author Cynthia ZarinFormat PaperbackPage Count 104Imprint Daunt BooksPublisher Daunt Books

Britain's foremost woman travel writer Sara Wheeler records her life of adventure, from the Antarctic to Zanzibar'Funny, furious writing from the queen of intrepid travel' Daily Telegraph'Intrepid and sparky, full of canny quips and lightly poetic...

Lonely Planet's Pocket Miami is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Bask on beaches, enjoy the world-famous nightlife and marvel at art deco architectural gems; all with...

Fully revised and updated edition of the classic, stunningly illustrated guide to the country houses in the care of the National Trust, encompassing both interior and exterior design. The National Trust cares for a wealth of houses and...

Offering invaluable information and illustrations to help travelers understand a country's people and avoid cultural faux pas Full of people who aim to combine the ancient and the modern, the UAE is an extremely rewarding place to visit. Set on the...

A follow-up to best-selling The Scottish Bothy Bible (50,000 copies sold) this beautifully illustrated walking companion selects the ultimate best walks to the best bothies, with detailed maps. Using the bothy as the reference point Geoff Allan guides...

Jon Krakauer's Into the Wild examines the true story of Chris McCandless, a young man who walked deep into the Alaskan wilderness and whose SOS note and emaciated corpse were found four months later.In April 1992, Chris McCandless set off alone into the...

The home of trusted Mandarin dictionaries for everyday language learning. A handy, affordable Chinese to English and English to Chinese reference for every day, including a guide to the most common expressions in both languages. ...

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet's Pocket Brisbane & the Gold Coast is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Thrill on the rides,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780984915507Author Jason LewisFormat PaperbackPage Count 246Imprint BillyFish Books LLCPublisher BillyFish Books LLCWeight(grams) 317g

A guidebook to walking the 158km (100 mile) South Downs Way National Trail. The route crosses the South Downs National Park to link Eastbourne with Winchester and is an ideal option for those new to long-distance walking. The route is...

A wonderful meditation on the English landscape in wet weather by the acclaimed novelist and nature writer, Melissa Harrison.Whenever rain falls, our countryside changes. Fields, farms, hills and hedgerows appear altered, the wildlife behaves...

Keen to explore a different side of New York City? Like a Local is the book for you.This isn't your ordinary travel guide. You won't find the Met or the Statue of Liberty in these pages, because that's not where New Yorker's hang out. Instead, you'll...

The jewel of the Veneto, Venice is a dreamlike city filled with architectural wonders and incredible collections of art. But this region offers far more than this watery oasis. Lake Garda boasts beautiful scenery, Verona features the world's...

Whether you want to visit the Alamo, attend South by Southwest, or explore the Texas wine country, the local Fodor's travel experts in Texas are here to help! Fodor's San Antonio, Austin & the Hill Country guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated...

Over the years, authors, artists and amblers aplenty have felt the pull of the Thames, and now travel writer Tom Chesshyre is following in their footsteps.He's walking the length of the river from the Cotswolds to the North Sea - a winding journey of...

Completely updated for its 10th anniversary, this best-selling inspirational travel guide reveals 500 celebrated and lesser-known destinations from around the globe, from ocean cruises in Antarctica to horse treks in the Andes. Compiled from the favorite...

Guidebook to the final 400km of the Via Francigena pilgrim route from Lucca to Rome. Crossing Tuscany in the heartland of Italy, the route goes through two of the region's most important cities, Lucca and Siena, and visits San Gimignano, Monteriggioni...

Park your RV anywhere from Mission Bay near San Diego to Orcas Island near the Canadian border, and you'll sense the wild spirit of America's West Coast with Moon West Coast RV Camping. Inside you'll find:* A Campsite for Everyone: A variety of RV parks...

WINNER OF THE ORION BOOK AWARD Part travelogue, part manifesto for wildness as an essential character of life, Wild is a one-of-a-kind book from a one-of-a-kind author'Undefinable, untameable, profound and extraordinary' Observer...

A TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR 'Solito is my travel book of the year.' Telegraph 'Heartbreaking... A rare, eye-opening rendition of the brutal reality of border-crossing.' Lea Ypi 'If there's any justice, Solito will someday be considered a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781910566985Author Emmy WattsFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Hoxton Mini PressPublisher Hoxton Mini Press

Foreword by Levison Wood, presenter of Walking the Americas. A comprehensive, fascinating and inspiring gallery of the great adventures that changed our world. Throughout history there have been brave men and women who dared to go where few...

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