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Prepare to be dazzled by the incredibly biodiverse life thriving and surviving in this immense desert. Say "desert" and many folks will picture sand, clouds of dust, a smattering of cactuses, and perhaps a tenacious reptile or scorpion fighting for their thirsty lives. But...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Provence, 1970, a lively, dramatic account of the spectacular rise of French "nouvelle cuisine," and the renegade chefs of the 1960s and 1970s who revolutionized modern cooking. In The Secret History of French Cooking, Luke Barr...

Author: William WatsonPublisher: Next Exit IncPublished: 03/17/2026Pages: 510Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 1.40lbsSize: 10.70h x 8.30w x 0.90dISBN: 9780963010322

A migrating bird loses sight of his flock in this interactive story that teaches left and right It's migration season, but when Simon's flock turns "Left!" he accidentally turns right--and finds himself separated from his friends. To find his flock, Simon asks other animals...

This beautifully illustrated Costa Rica guidebook is perfect for travellers planning longer trips. Written by Insight Guides' travel experts, it combines in-depth coverage of history, culture, and must-visit places with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine. Stunning photos inspire excitement for those planning...

A Story of oceans, uplift, and ice, Indiana's geological history is reflected in the vistas and landscapes you will see as you travel through the state. From the Indiana Dunes of Lake Michigan, one of the world's largest displays of lakeshore dunes, to the...

For readers who wish Eat, Pray, Love had a cynical streak comes this propulsive, wildly original memoir about a journalist's quest to conquer depression and addiction, set against the backdrop of international adventures and modern communal living. Through the eyes of others, Carly Schwartz...

Whether you want to get a glimpse of the Hollywood sign, wander among giant redwood trees at Muir Woods, or camp in a National Park, the local Fodor's travel experts in California are here to help! Fodor's Californiaguidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated...

Europe by Eurail has been the train traveler's one-stop source for visiting Europe's cities and countries by rail for fifty years. Newly revised and updated, this comprehensive annual guide provides the latest information on fares, schedules, and pass options, as well as detailed information...

Private property is everywhere. Almost anywhere you walk in the United States, you will spot "No Trespassing" and "Private Property" signs on trees and fence posts. In America, there are more than a billion acres of grassland pasture, cropland, and forest, and miles and...

The classic children's series with over 2 million copies sold. Let the rumbling cable car tell you the story! And what a story: From the crookedest street in the world to the Peking ducks in Chinatown, San Francisco is easily one of the world's...

Author: Colin FletcherPublisher: VintagePublished: 05/14/1989Pages: 256Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.20w x 0.50dISBN: 9780679723066About the AuthorColin Fletcher (1922-2007) was born in Wales and educated in England. He moved to California in 1956 after serving in the Royal Marines, farming in Kenya, surveying in...

Traversing six national parks (Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce, Grand Canyon, Zion), a national recreation area, a national monument, and various wilderness, primitive, and wilderness study areas, the Hayduke Trail is a challenging, 800-mile backcountry route on the Colorado Plateau. Whimsically named for a...

Chicago's legacy of organized crime is legendary. Through a vivid and visually stunning collection of images author John Binder tells the story of the people and places of the world of organized crime in the center of the midwest.No business, legitimate or otherwise, has...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Man Booker Prize-winning novel Lincoln in the Bardo and the story collection Tenth of December, a 2013 National Book Award Finalist for Fiction. The breakout book from "the funniest writer in America"--not to mention...

Sushi and his friends are back in the sequel to Tatsuya Tanaka's bestselling picture book Sushi Came to Buy Some Clothes with his new Sushi picture book Sushi Decides to Go on a Trip. On his way to Osushity ("osushi" and "city"-get it?), Sushi...

This new, thoroughly updated third edition of Bradt's Senegal continues to offer by far the deepest coverage of any guidebook to this increasingly popular part of West Africa - and is the only one to focus exclusively on the country. With nearly 400 pages...

Experience the jaw-dropping power of the world's most impressive machines in this stunning rocket science book for kids. Get an all-access pass to the launchpad and beyond. Rocket is the closest you will get to a real blast-off without actually being there! From breathtaking,...

From the top of the Eiffel Tower to the ancient catacombs below the city, explore Paris at every level with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Paris you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Paris Rick's strategic advice on how to...

This charming guide invites readers to experience places of quiet magic and mindfulness hidden within the city. Featuring beautiful watercolors and hand-drawn maps created for this book, this is a useful reference to finding serenity for residents and visitors alike. The author reveals a...