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Solo around Cape Horn: and beyond...Solo Around Cape Horn tells the story of a pioneering English yachtsman's adventures in Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego in his elderly wooden ketch. When Edward Allcard sailed south from the River Plate in 1966, he was heading into a territory which was almost...
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The Secret Places of the West Cork CoastCork, the largest county in Ireland, has hundreds of miles of indented coastline, which is regarded as one of the scenic jewels of the country. John M. Feehan sailed alone in a small boat around the West Cork coast in search of true peace,...
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Polish a Language MapWhether you're in the picturesque city of Krakow or exploring the natural beauty of Zakopane, you'll want instant access to the local language and POLISHa language map is exactly what you'll need This clever language guide is packed with the most essential words and...
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Door Way: The People in the LandscapeWeaving a tapestry of lives and landscapes, past and present, earth and water, Norbert Blei celebrates the unique heritage of Door County, Wisconsin, a spectacular peninsula reaching into Lake Michigan. Blei ponders the balance of nature in a place where locals, tourists, and developers...
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Call of the North Wind: Voyages and Adventures on Lake SuperiorIn Call of the North Wind, the author retraces voyages of lost ships, early explorers and heroic sea captains in a rich narrative of adventure and history of Lake Superior. As he sails along the Shipwreck Coast in a 35-foot catamaran, Marlin Bree goes...
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Remembering Florida SpringsDive into the colorful past of Florida's natural wonders "Hollis plunges readers into the nostalgic waters of Florida's most famous springs. Lavishly illustrated with rare photos and flyers, this beautiful book celebrates the classic years of 20th-century Florida tourism."--Brian R. Rucker, author of Treasures...
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Kahuna Power: Authentic Chants, Prayers and Legends of the Mystical HawaiiansYOU CAN LEARN THE MAGICAL WAYS OF THE KAHUNA - SO POWERFUL ARE THEIR SUPERNATURAL POWERS THAT IT IS SAID THEY CAN BRING BACK THE DEAD Twenty odd years ago paranormalist Timothy Green Beckley toured the Hawaiian islands to seek out answers to its...
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Adirondack Odysseys: Exploring Museums and Historic Places from the Mohaw to the St. LawrenceFrom Saratoga Springs to the St. Lawrence River you'll find fascinating collections and locations as each chapter treats a special period in the region's history. Co-authors Elizabeth Folwell and Amy Godine describe these diverse destinations to help you plan your own excursion into the...
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Pacific Coast Bicycle Route - 3: Crescent City, California - San Francisco, California - 412 MilesBecause the heavy motorized traffic tends to be even heavier in the summer, we recommend that you ride this route in the spring or autumn. If riding in summer is your only option, be advised that motorized traffic often increases after 10:00 a.m. You'll...
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The Fearless Flyer: How to Fly in Comfort and Without TrepidationHighly readable and well-organized, this is a dandy little travel advisor. If followed, their suggestions will make flying a better experience even for experienced fliers.--Booklist Huffaker is an expert at wresting every morsel of available comfort from the cramped, noisy cabins of jumbo jets....
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In Secret MongoliaThe first book in Henning Haslund's Mongolia series, this book was originally published in 1934. This rare travel book has been out-of-print for 50 years but is now back in print. Haslund was a Danish explorer who also accompanied the Sven Hedin expedition in...
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Desert Hot Springs, California: Spa Town, U.S.A.Desert Hot Springs is one of the great undiscovered getaways in Southern California. In recent years, "spa lodgings" utilizing abundant clean, odorless warm springs water have been upgraded. They now offer all sorts of distinctive lodgings built around a wealth of pools, whirlpools, and...
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Big Dead Place: Inside the Strange and Menacing World of AntarcticaJohnson's savagely funny book] is a grunt's-eye view of fear and loathing, arrogance and insanity in a dysfunctional, dystopian closed community. It's like M*A*S*H on ice, a bleak, black comedy."--The Times of LondonAuthor: Nicholas JohnsonPublisher: Feral HousePublished: 06/01/2005Pages: 259Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.89lbsSize: 9.00h x...
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How to Change the Oil on Your Twin CAM Harley Davidson MotorcycleA guide on how to change the three oil compartments on the Harley Davidson Twin Cam motorcycle. Also cleaning or replacing the air filter and spark plugs with very important engine longevity advice and implementing the author's perpetual oil change procedure to increase engine...
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Epitaphs to Remember: Remarkable Inscriptions from New England Gravestones, 1st EditionIn earlier times, people felt the need to leave a permanent record of who they were and what they stood for. Nowadays people tend to keep quiet about those things, at least in their final resting place. But many have found a new fascination...
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The LawNow back in print, Roger Vailland's atmospheric 1957 novel won the Prix Goncourt, and the Knopf edition was a selection of the Book-of-the-Month Club. The grotesque game of the Law, played in the taverns of southern Italy, is but a shadow of an even...
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Hawaii Trails: Walks Strolls and Treks on the Big IslandPele's magical haunt, the big island of Hawai'I encompasses spectacular and diverse landscapes, from shimmering bays to exhilarating 14,000-foot volcanoes. In this thoroughly updated new edition, choose from 58 hikes that explore Mauna Loa, Kilauea, Kaumana Caves, and Mauna Kea State Park, among other...
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Santa Ana River Guide: From Crest to Coast - 110 Miles Along Southern California's Largest River SystemThe Santa Ana River Guide reveals both the wild and urban sides of the Southland's most important river. The book relates the river's natural and human history, geology, and current conditions and provides all the information necessary to plan an outing on or near...
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Kauai Trails: Walks Strolls and Treks on the Garden IslandFrom enchanted Hanelei Bay to the rainbows of Waimea Canyon, from Wailua Falls to the sculptured NaPali Coast, Kaua'i has an unmatchable landscape and miles of trails for hikers and backpackers. This new edition details 59 hikes: you'll walk along steep cliffs above turquoise...
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Top Trails: Lake Tahoe: Must-Do Hikes for EveryoneTop Trails: Lake Tahoe explores the best trails for hiking and biking in the Tahoe area. The guide features the best hikes including the north side's splendid back-country, the lake's sedate western side, the picturesque and popular areas south of the lake, including Desolation...
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