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This book focuses on Saint-Estephe, the most northerly of the great Medoc communes which, for far too long has been relatively neglected. There are now some 55 chateaux in the commune. Many of them are owned by sophisticated wine producers from elsewhere, attracted by...

A journey down the Leet Water from its source in Whitsome through Swinton to its confluence with the River Tweed at Coldstream in the Scottish Borders. The book deals with the varied topography, geology, history, archaeology and wildlife along the route and the text...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: S. P. B. MaisISBN-10: 1446543846ISBN-13:...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Alfred J. BrownISBN-10: 1446543536ISBN-13: 9781446543535Publisher:...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Jessica LofthouseISBN-10: 144654334XISBN-13: 9781446543344Publisher: Fitts...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: AnonISBN-10: 1446543196ISBN-13: 9781446543191Publisher: Ditzion PressLanguage:...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: J. R. a. HockinISBN-10: 1446543188ISBN-13:...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: S. P. B. MaisISBN-10: 1446543145ISBN-13:...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Hugh Robert MillISBN-10: 1446078620ISBN-13: 9781446078624Publisher:...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: William Wilkie CollinsISBN-10: 1446053881ISBN-13: 9781446053881Publisher:...

Kick 4 Malawi is the true story of two football fanatic brothers, who embark on an endurance challenge of a lifetime. Their goal is to kick a football 250 miles across Malawi in just 10 days. Their objective is to raise 10,000 for an...

While traveling with children of any age, what parent hasn't heard "I'm hungry!" "I'm bored!" "Are we there YET?" In the guidebook Travel Buddy and the Crazy Sombrero, an experienced international traveler and veteran parent provides a collection of helpful hints and practical tips...

'From Battersea to the Tower' provides the reader with an interesting and artistic picture of the history, beauty and occasion that is associated with an area of the Thames Path on both the North and South banks of the river. This book is a...

This is the diary of the author as he realizes a life-long dream of riding the fabled Trans-Siberian Express from Moscow across the steppes and taiga of Siberia and into Mongolia, the land of Genghis Khan. In the capital city of Ulan Bator, he...

Is everyone in Indiana afflicted with an incurable disease? That's what author, Alden Studebaker, would have you believe in his book Hoosieritis: The Contagious Condition that is Indiana. A native son of Indiana, Studebaker takes the reader on an anecdotal, farcical journey through the...

Author: Eileen EdwardsISBN-10: 1438956517ISBN-13: 9781438956510Publisher: Authorhouse UKLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/10/2009Pages: 604Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.95lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.25w x 1.22d

This book talks about more than only the scenery - it talks about people, the way they treat their own elderly family members and the battles they fight to overcome problems. Reading the daily newspaper and watching news on TV provides further information and...

Author: Rita TempleISBN-10: 1438944381ISBN-13: 9781438944388Publisher: Authorhouse UKLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/10/2009Pages: 96Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Author: Ewald WibergISBN-10: 1438909594ISBN-13: 9781438909592Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/30/2009Pages: 200Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d

Good Times and Bad contains an eclectic collection of stories, most of which first saw the light of day as newspaper columns. The subject matter ranges from a nostalgic look at growing up in the Truman/Eisenhower era to the trials and tribulations of forty...

Matilda Betham-Edwards was born in 1836. She was a novelist, travel writer and had a great interest in anything French. Betham-Edwards was a prolific poet and wrote several children's books. She was of Huguenot ancestry and considered France her second homeland. It was her...

The Virginia Springs, And Springs Of The South And West is a book written by John Jennings Moorman and first published in 1859. It is a comprehensive guide to the various mineral springs in Virginia, as well as other springs located throughout the southern...

""The Valleys of Tirol: Their Traditions and Customs, and How to Visit Them"" is a travel guidebook written by Rachel Harriette Busk and originally published in 1874. The book offers a comprehensive look at the culture, customs, and traditions of the Tirol region in...

The book titled ""The Cambridge Of Eighteen Hundred And Ninety-Six: A Picture Of The City And Its Industries Fifty Years After Its Incorporation, Done By Diverse Hands"" is authored by Arthur Gilman and was published in 1896. The book provides a detailed account of...

""A Visit to the East"" is a travelogue written by Henry Formby in 1843. The book chronicles his journey through Germany and the Danube, Constantinople, Asia Minor, Egypt, and Idumea. Formby provides a detailed account of his experiences and observations during his travels, including...

""First Through The Grand Canyon"" is a historical account of the first expedition to explore the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. Written by John Wesley Powell, the leader of the expedition, the book details the challenges and triumphs of the journey, from the...

""A Lady's Visit to Manila and Japan"" is a travelogue written by Anna D'Almeida in 1863. The book documents her journey as a British woman traveling to Manila and Japan during the mid-19th century, a time when these countries were still relatively unknown to...

""England To An Indian Eye: Or English Pictures From An Indian Camera"" is a book written by T.B. Pandian and published in 1897. The book provides a detailed description of England from the perspective of an Indian traveler. It covers various aspects of English...

""By-Paths In The Balkans"" is a travelogue written by Frederick William Von Herbert and published in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the author's journey through the Balkan region, including Bulgaria, Serbia, Montenegro, and Bosnia. Von Herbert describes the people, customs, and...

A Gazetteer of the States of Connecticut and Rhode Island is a comprehensive guidebook written by John Chauncey Pease in 1819. The book provides a detailed description of the geography, history, and culture of the two states. It includes information on the topography, climate,...

A Central American Journey is a travelogue written by Roger Ward Babson, an American businessman and entrepreneur who embarked on a journey to explore the countries of Central America in 1920. The book is a detailed account of his experiences during his travels through...

""A Tour From Gibraltar To Tangier, Sallee, Mogodore, Santa Cruz, And Tarudant And Thence Over Mount Atlas To Morocco"" is a travelogue written by William Lempriere in 1794. The book chronicles his journey from Gibraltar to various cities in Morocco, including Tangier, Sallee, Mogodore,...

The Amateur Emigrant; Across The Plains; The Silverado Squatters is a collection of three travel narratives written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published in 1897. The first part, The Amateur Emigrant, describes Stevenson's journey from Scotland to America in 1879, as he traveled as...

I never thought I would ever experience the grandeur of the Sultanate of Oman. My eyes were treated to what I could only describe as popping eye candy. We sailed by some dramatic limestone cliffs that seemed to melt like cheese into the ocean....

For anyone who has ever been to Rome, lived in Rome, or just dreamed about Rome... Shelley Ruelle, a blogger living in Rome since 2001, spends a year capturing the spirit of the Eternal City by exploring its cuisine, chatting with its people, and...

Ghana is a country located on the West coast of Africa, with a population of 22.4 million. It is bordered by Cote D'Ivore to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, and Togo to the east, and covers a total land area of about...

At Least the Sheep are Happy is a true, unplanned account of what happened when I visited America and, for the most part, New Zealand throughout 2006. It incorporates humour and comedy sandwiched within the Kiwi bureaucratic framework and describes characters I met and...

Departing their native England, two good friends endeavour to go coast to coast, New York to L.A., using the Amtrak rail network. Amanjit portrays a unique perspective on American culture and the habits of its citizens. In vivid detail, Amanjit recounts their numerous adventures...

A Woman's Trip To Alaska: Being An Account Of A Voyage Through The Inland Seas Of The Sitkan Archipelago In 1890 is a book written by Septima M. Collis. The book is a memoir of the author's journey to Alaska in the year 1890....

Utopia has updated and expanded its 2nd Edition of the first ever travel guide to gay and lesbian life in Indonesia. Explore 43 cities including Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Surabaya and the islands of Bali and Lombak. Listings include organizations, bars, discos, accommodations, spas, restaurants, and...

Although only 10 stories here yet they interestingly revealed how the writer at his teens, handicapped with limited education and funds, was forced to cheat his way into Chinese and British Navy to become a sailor and later worked as chief officer on freighters...

In this autobiography, author Blair Farish takes a charming journey through the exciting travel adventures he has experienced. The Frolicking Physio tells tales that span from his childhood near the small village of Dunscore in southern Scotland to his beloved country home near Cranbrook...

This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have...

This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have...

A fascinatingly many-sided personality . Vadim Bytensky retains the broadly arching interests of the traditional Russian intellectual . a man with a broad and devoted knowledge of world literature, music, philosophy, and politics that constantly illuminate his traveler's observations." "Bytensky emerges . as a...

Old New York Coffee Houses is a book published by Harper's Magazine that provides a comprehensive history of the coffee houses that existed in New York City during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book explores the culture, politics, and social life of these...

During the formative years of the Ming Dynasty the Chinese government dispatched hundreds of gigantic ships, some over 400 feet long, into the Indian Ocean.The enterprise was dubbed Zheng He's Seven Voyages to the Western Ocean because the Ming fleets, led by the legendary...

My First Seventy Five Years is an autobiographical book written by Theodore Regensteiner. The book is a detailed and personal account of the author's life, spanning over seventy-five years. Regensteiner was a prominent figure in the field of medicine and his memoirs provide a...

Volume I of the biography of Douglas J. Harrison. Spanning the pre-World War II years, it follows the adventures of a young man from England to America and back.Author: Douglas HarrisonISBN-10: 1412057841ISBN-13: 9781412057844Publisher: Trafford PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/29/2007Pages: 140Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.43lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x...

Learn all the tricks and tips on traveling through the world. Know what to pack, learn how to find cheap flights, styles of traveling, safety precautions and lots of good advice and scams to avoid. A must-read before traveling!Author: Elizabeth Sugar BoeseISBN-10: 1411697243ISBN-13: 9781411697249Publisher:...