Travel

In this travel memoir, the acclaimed novelist Jamaica Kincaid chronicles a three-week trek through Nepal, the spectacular and exotic Himalayan land, where she and her companions are gathering seeds for planting at home. The natural world and, in particular, plants and gardening are central...

This new book in the American Birding Association Field Guide Series includes complete coverage of all the major species, identification tips, and info on conservation status, habitat, and behaviors. Written by expert birders Helen & Andre F. Raine and filled with gorgeous color images...

Longlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medals of Excellence This witty personal and cultural history of travel from the perspective of a Third World-raised woman of color, Airplane Mode, asks: what does it mean to be a joyous traveler when we live in the ruins...

"It remains one of the most penetrating and illuminating books on the island's elusive, alluring culture." -- National Geographic A House in Bali tells the fascinating story of renowned writer and composer Colin McPhee's obsession with Balinese gamelan music, and of his journey to...

The hysterical story bestseller about one man's epic Celtic sojourn in search of ancestors, nostalgia, and the world's greatest round of golf By turns hilarious and poetic, A Course Called Ireland is a magnificent tour of a vibrant land and paean to the world's...

Turn the pages of this thought-provoking book, and discover maps that challenge conventional wisdom, confront social and political norms and offer fresh perspectives on familiar landscapes. This meticulously curated selection of 40 maps spans the ages, from ancient parchment scrolls to cutting-edge digital creations....

Explore the Windy City in an entirely new way with this unique and newly updated guide to 111 compelling places that may surprise even native Chicagoans. Adventures await you, from the glamorous to the gritty. Chicago is the City of the Big Shoulders. What...

Kids will learn to count from one to 10 with some of Chicago's most beloved symbols--the Sears Tower, the el train, Navy Pier fireworks, Chicago-style hot dogs, and deep dish pizza--in this board book. The end of the book includes a complete location list,...

Author: Kath UsitaloPublisher: Reedy PressPublished: 04/15/2025Pages: 192Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.50dISBN: 9781681065717About the AuthorBi-peninsular Kath Usitalo grew up, attended college, and worked in Detroit but vacationed every year in the Upper Peninsula, where her parents were born and she now...

Bring the calm of a day at the beach to your desktop anytime of year with Zen Garden Beach Day--the perfect meditative desk accessory for fun and effective stress relief. Includes everything you need to assemble your own Beach Zen Garden: 3 x 3-inch...

THE CLASSIC BOOK THAT HAS INSPIRED MILLIONSA penetrating examination of how we live and how to live betterFew books transform a generation and then establish themselves as touchstones for the generations that follow. Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance is one such book....

Wildsam Field Guides: Santa Fe leads travelers into a multi-faceted experience of the City Different, working closely with a team of trusted locals. Contributors include inaugural Navajo Nation poet laureate Luci Tapahonso, actress and community advocate Ali MacGraw, veteran and conservationist Julian Gonzales and...

Wildsam Field Guides: Northern Michigan leads traverls through the upper part of the Mitten, as Michiganders say, with guidance from trusted locals and experts. With a special section on boating, the book also delves into fruit-growing, winemaking, small farms, small towns, Indigenous cultural and...

Deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest lives a quiet old creature named the Wheedle. When humans move into his forests, bringing their loud city noises, Wheedle flees to the rocky peaks of Mount Rainier, and then to the very tip-top of Seattle's...

Urban Trails: East Bay offers 40 routes for walkers, runners, and hikers, with an emphasis on getting out and getting fit in your own backyard. Expert local hiking guide Alexandra Kenin offers a wide range of options, from leg stretchers overlooking the Bay Area...

A portable puzzle book with a built-in spinner is a brand-new way to enjoy Highlights activities and games whenever you are traveling! Designed for one or multiple players, kids can play more than 20 games--from Hidden Pictures(R) puzzles to fill-in story challenges to silly...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "Travels with George . . . is quintessential Philbrick--a lively, courageous, and masterful achievement." --The Boston Globe Does George Washington still matter? Bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick argues for Washington's unique contribution to the forging of America by retracing his journey...

Trails & Treats is the first North Carolina trail guide that combines hiking and running trails with curated treats to complete a day of outdoor adventures. This guidebook will help new or seasoned hikers and trail runners discover places to connect with North Carolina's...

A Transformative Journey on the John Muir TrailWINNER OF TWO LITERARY AWARDSA NEXT GEN INDIE BOOK AWARD FINALISTIn Kirkus Reviews BEST BOOKS OF 2021 issue"UNRESERVEDLY RECOMMENDED" -Midwest Book ReviewSet authentically in the High Sierra, The Trail is a moving story of how nature helps...

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Spain, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.Inside this Spain travel book, you'll find: Regional deep dive...