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A classic travelogue by Britain's foremost female surrealist painter, which immerses the reader in a dreamlike Cornwall where landscape and legend meet "Her responses to the aura of place are keen, and her eye for detail is excitingly sharp" -- Sunday Times "She is...

This Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with enticing photos that...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to East Coast Australia.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from learning to surf the iconic waves that roll into Byron Bay's beautiful beaches, to...

Above the Gravel Bar opens up a new way of seeing Maine and the Northeast as a vast network of waterways. With this book you can put your kayak/canoe in a nearby river or pond in Maine and travel prehistoric routes to campgrounds thousands...

More than just expertise: The first and only coffee table book on fishing captures the lifestyle of the ultimate hobby.​ Everything from the basics to the lifestyle, from the tackle to dream destinations, brought together for the first time in one gorgeous coffee-table book.​...

Welcome to a very different Lake Erie--where ghost ships sail silently, a Black Dog brings doom to sailors who see it, and sea monsters swirl in the murky depths above a UFO base. In Folklore of Lake Erie, Judith S. Neulander presents these captivating...

Albert Einstein's brain floats in a Tupperware bowl in a gray duffel bag in the trunk of a Buick Skylark barreling across America. Driving the car is journalist Michael Paterniti. Sitting next to him is an eighty-four-year-old pathologist named Thomas Harvey, who performed the...

Writer Rinker Buck looks back more than 30 years to a summer when he and his brother, at ages 15 and 17 respectively, became the youngest duo to fly across America, from New Jersey to California. Having grown up in an aviation family, the...

This handy Mandarin dictionary allows you to look up words quickly and easily--and be understood while speaking. The Periplus Pocket Mandarin Chinese Dictionary is a pocket-sized dictionary designed for travelers, business people and beginning Chinese language students. It contains all the most common Chinese...

A tribute to Mexico's most important holiday, this extraordinary and definitive volume documents the immense creativity displayed by this popular annual celebration. While there have been other books about the Day of the Dead, most are long out of print and aridly academic. This...

In the classic nature work, The Yosemite, the great American naturalist, John Muir, describes the Yosemite valley's geography and the myriad types of trees, flowers, birds, and other animals that can be found there.The Yosemite is among the finest examples of John Muir nature...

Hiking Michigan's Upper Peninsula features fifty of the best hikes in Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula. Detailed maps and trail descriptions make navigating these wonderful trails easy, from family-friend strolls to popular vistas to hillier wooded pathways. Look inside to find: Hikes suited to every...

Taiwan's culture is a unique blend of ancient traditions and cutting-edge modernity. Readers uncover the island's rich history, from its Indigenous cultures to its role as a global hub of technology and innovation. Vivid full-color photographs bring to life Taiwan's world-famous night markets, the...

Perhaps the top wildlife viewing area on earth, the legendary game reserves of the Serengeti and Maasai Mara attract millions of tourists each year seeking an unparalleled opportunity to view a vast array of wildlife in their natural habitat. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights...

Entertaining, educational and highly giftable, Northwest Know-How: Beaches showcases the majestic, quirky, and unique beaches of the Washington and Oregon coastline through facts, history, legend, and lovely illustrations. There are few things more treasured in the Pacific Northwest than its beaches. This celebratory guide...

"This book is a page turner, indeed. I was completely taken in by the beauty, the clarity, the intimacy and the honesty of the story and the individuals McIIroy brought to life so vividly. I am so glad to have had the opportunity to...

Whether you want to experience a show at the Ryman, eat Nashville hot chicken, or explore one of the city's unique neighborhoods, the local Fodor's travel experts in Nashville are here to help! Fodor's InFocus Nashville guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations,...

Hit England's can't-miss art, sights, and bites in two weeks or less with Rick Steves Best of England! Strategic advice from Rick Steves on what's worth your time and money Short itineraries covering the best of London, Bath, the Cotswolds, the Lake District, York,...

Discover all the unexpected nature Dallas-Fort Worth has to offer with this enlightening guidebook! Dallas-Fort Worth is more than just a bustling metroplex, it's full of amazing wildlife. You just need to know where to find it! Equal parts natural history, field guide, and...

Unwind and express your creativity with the iconic designs in Color Me Texas. Don't mess with Texas! This collection celebrates all iconic things about Texas. These detailed illustrations allow you to practice mindfulness and will keep you busy for hours. Take advantage of the...