Travel - General

In the summer of 1997, Tim Doherty set off alone on a daunting round-the-world cycle tour, which turned out to be even more awe-inspiring than he could have hoped. For this book, he has taken the most fascinating and humorous experiences from his diaries...

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: Roualeyn Gordon-CummingISBN-10: 1444669303ISBN-13: 9781444669305Publisher: Lammers...

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: Osgood Hanbury MacKenzieISBN-10: 1443781738ISBN-13: 9781443781732Publisher:...

A few years ago the Dorset Federation of Womens Institutes organised a Local History Competition. Forty- nine Institutes responded and sent in contributions ranging in length from a few paragraphs to more than a hundred pages, The late Canon Sanctuary, who acted as one...

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: James NeilISBN-10: 1443741108ISBN-13: 9781443741101Publisher: Ford....

Legends Of Florence Collected From The People - Charles Leland - 1895 - PREFACE - THIS book consists aImost entirely of legends or traditions of a varied character, referring to places and buildings in Florence, such as the Cathedral and Campanile, the Signoria, the...

Cornwall - England's Farthest South - By Arthur Mee - PICTURES OF CORNWALL - Where the pictures are not on or facing the page given they are inside the set of pictures begiming on that page Altarnun . . The Church . Medieval Bench...

During their five years at MIT the Gilbertson twins have challenged themselves to a variety of adventures in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, numerous mountain climbs in the western United States and hiked the entire 2100+ miles of the Appalachian Trail. In this...

This book is about a journey; Africa is its destination. It offers exploration, discovery and learning about the continent and its inhabitants. The book provides a vicarious journey to Africa through its history and into the present day. It is an emotional and aesthetic...

Little Wanderers is a novel written by Margaret Warner Morley and published in 1899. The book follows the journey of two young siblings, Jack and Jill, as they embark on a journey through the countryside in search of adventure and excitement. Along the way,...

Author: Arlene PullenISBN-10: 1436305152ISBN-13: 9781436305150Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/12/2009Pages: 236Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.77lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.54d

The first guidebook ever written for the lost Silver Trail leading from Carichic, Mexico to the historic silver mines at the bottom of Copper Canyon. In 2005, a group of international guides re-established this almost forgotten route through some of the most remote backcountry...

This book is designed to develop management skills while having fun. It includes several brain teasers which help in developing management skills.Author: Mahmood A. KhanISBN-10: 1434392074ISBN-13: 9781434392077Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/17/2008Pages: 256Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.29lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.54d

My motivation in compiling Drive and Survive was to produce a Carp book that was by the people for the people.Like myself many of the contributors have never appeared in print before and therefor will not be household names as such.Carp anglers as a...

Backpacking Beyond Boundaries is the story of a young man who puts his career on hold in search of adventure and the discovery of his inner being. He leaves South Africa in 1990 while Nelson Mandela is still in prison and South Africa ruled...

Bhutan is a tiny Himalayan Kingdom squeezed between its two giant neighbours - India and China. Its King measures his country's wealth in terms of Gross Domestic Happiness rather than the economic measure of Gross Domestic Product. Where better for a father and son...

Author: Wallace D. CampbellISBN-10: 1425735177ISBN-13: 9781425735173Publisher: Xlibris UsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/30/2007Pages: 34Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.09d

The Tournament: Its Periods and Phases is a comprehensive book written by R. Coltman Clephan that explores the history of tournaments from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance period. The book covers the different phases of tournaments, from the early jousts to the more...

This book is one of the first descriptions of North America, originally published in French in 1697 and in English in 1698. Father Louis Hennepin was a Recollect missionary, stationed in Quebec and other posts in French Canada. He was later assigned to travel...

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: Ethel HowardISBN-10: 1408681854ISBN-13: 9781408681855Publisher: Kingman...

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: John Alexander HammertonISBN-10: 1408674165ISBN-13: 9781408674161Publisher:...

This new edition of David Waugh and Tony Bushell's Key Geography provides the support you need to deliver the 2014 KS3 Programme of Study. Suitable for all abilities, the student books and new Kerboodle online resources focus on developing key geographical skills and techniques...

Discover the highs and lows of backpacking the Pacific Crest Trail through daily journal entries and beautiful photos. Witness the contrast of landscapes from stark deserts to the majestic Sierra Nevada. Feel the struggle of hunger and the pain of injury. Meet trail angels...

Originally built as a Ferris wheel for the 1964-65 New York World's Fair, the Uniroyal Giant Tire sits adjacent to I-94 in Allen Park, Mich., and welcomes over 100,000 motorists to the Motor City every day. Much of this beloved landmark's history has been...

"..don't read this review, just log on to Amazon and buy this book" - Flyer Magazine "..this book is well-written and engaging" - Pilot Magazine. All author proceeds donated to the Douglas Bader Foundation. A desire to become a professional pilot against the odds...

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions...

Aidan Southall's cultivated the enjoyment of life's simple luxuries. He loved travelling. Difficulties encountered on journeys were extraneous to the destinations' experiences. As a researcher, tourist or and pilgrim, he believed in travelling with "an open mind, leaving back light footprints, and returning with...

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions...

Exploring the backroads of MA with history, walking trails, and nature. Michael Tougias takes you on the country roads in the Berkshires, the Hilltowns, the CT River Valley, Central MA, the North Shore, the South Shore, Areas West of Boston, and the South Coast....

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Barns nostalgically dot the rolling Southern hills of Indiana's farmland. With changing farm industry dynamics, barns are less in use. Even more unique; however, are round barns. During a boom-building era from 1890-1930, over 225 round barns were built in Indiana, the most of...

I'm Wanderlust but Wander-broke is a book that teaches young-adults and teenagers to travel for under a budget. The author, Emilie Collins, has made a guide that she followed to do two trips, both costing less than 1000$. In the book the reader will...

Fully revised and updated to consider recent developments in the industry, the sixth edition of Managing Airports: An International Perspective provides comprehensive and cutting-edge insight into the processes behind running a successful airport. Logically structured and embellished with illustrative diagrams and tables throughout, this...

Once upon a time in Allegany County...In the mountains of Western Maryland, Allegany County, Maryland, grew into an industrial center of Maryland because of the coal seams below the ground. The county now remains a destination for people who want to enjoy the scenic...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Looking to have the best time ever on your Myrtle Beach vacation? Then this is the guide for you! Packed with tips on what to do and where to go, this guide will help you make the most of your trip to the Myrtle...

The busiest Amtrak route in the Midwest is the "Hiawatha Service" between Chicago, Glenview, Sturtevant, Milwaukee Airport, and Downtown Milwaukee. From the building of this railroad line in the 1870's by the Milwaukee Road to the present-day, this route guide book explains it all....

Although Spanish is also said to be one of the hardest languages to learn, it does not necessarily mean that you should already give up your dream of learning this language. All you need are patience and determination to learn. Of course, you will...

Students from all over the world flock to Canada to pursue their studies. While every student has a different experience, there are some things that are important for student survival... and sanity. There has to be a balance between their academic and social lives,...

Adam Yamey's informative travelogue offers a new and interesting look at Albania: its valiant people, its intriguing history, its wonderful landscapes, and its myriad attractions. The author, who first visited the country in 1984 when it was ruled by a Stalinist dictatorship, rediscovers Albania...

By some fortunate encounters and decisions, Adam Kerr found himself charting the seas of both the Antarctic and Arctic. This work was carried out first for the Falkland Island Government (now the British Antarctic Survey) and later for the Canadian Government. His period of...

The second edition of a most unconventional, subjective and slightly politically incorrect pub guide of Prague.Author: Max BahnsonISBN-10: 1326456725ISBN-13: 9781326456726Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/22/2015Pages: 136Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.29d

It had always been my intention to see the Moai on Easter Island, and the carved stones representing the Bird Man. So, during our travels in South America in February 2009, we did not hesitate to satisfy my desire. Easter Island, or Rapa Nui,...

Begin in Nicaragua with the history of a place made tenuous in the shadow of volcanoes and powerful nations. Among a story of indigenous peoples of Central America, Spanish conquistadors, American industrialists, and politicians, are pirates and a heroic American National Baseball League right...

A complete guide for everything you need to experience a great Long Weekend out on Cape Cod, whether your trip takes you to Brewster, Hyannis, Falmouth, Sandwich, Chatham or P-town--or even out to Martha's Vineyard."I know antiques are more expensive out on the Cape,...

God could have called thinner, younger, and wiser people for this journey to China, but He chose two Cracked Pots. This is a story of encouragement; a story of love; a story of hope; a reminder that God has a plan and purpose for...

What would tempt a young woman to run off to a country she knew almost nothing about? I was that young woman. Fleeing a bitter divorce and my safe, but mundane, life I accepted a job in Saudi Arabia, a country that by all...

A memoir of life in Kenya in the immediate post-colonial era.Author: Bill SamuelISBN-10: 1916078273ISBN-13: 9781916078277Publisher: Puxley Productions LtdLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/15/2022Pages: 198Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.71lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.50d

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...