This book is a uniquely personal photographic portrait of Lanzarote. It's a native islander's intimate vision that delves into the island's true beauty and offers a peek behind its exterior as an international tourist destination. The result is a fresh look at its contemporary landscape, the way traditional culture has evolved and the island's own identity. Visual travel guide to Lanzarote through the photographs of photographer Rubén Acosta.
Historians Manuel Poggio and Antonio Lorenzo take us on an engaging journey into the heart of La Palma through a carefully curated selection of the most outstanding historical photographs of the island. The images span the one hundred year period between 1850 and 1960 and reveal how La Palma has evolved over the years, not only in terms of its economic and landscape changes, but also its ideological values and even its fashions. The work, techniques and styles of all kinds of photographers are captured in more than 150 photographs, many of which have never been published before. They have been collated from local archives as well as collections in other Canary Islands, Spain, Europe and America. This book is a hugely valuable addition to La Palma's cultural heritage and it also asserts the artistic and cultural legacy of photography as a means of communication and expression in its own right. It contains more than 216 old images and reviews the beginning of Photography in Gran Canaria from the hands of one of the greatest experts.
After examining more than 50,000 photographs of Gran Canaria, kept in local, national and international archives and collections, historian Gabriel Betancor Quintana, embarked upon an exhaustive study of the photographers behind the lenses, their techniques and the socio-economic circumstances in which the images were taken. This book brings together a selection of more than 200 photographs of the island, many of which have never been published before. These images narrate 100 years of change in the island's landscapes, culture, economy and politics. Accompanying us on this journey is an-depth historical guide that helps us to fully understand the meaning and context of the photographs. Above all, this book opens a window into the past, inviting us to lean through and witness the evolving face of Gran Canaria between 1840 and 1940. Beginning of the history of photography on La Palma, which documents the history of the island between 1860 and 1960.
Mark Sutcliffe has chosen 15 of the best short walks around the Ribble Valley. Each walk comes with easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps, clear route description and lots of images, plus information on beauty spots and refreshment stops. No challenging terrain or complicated navigation means walks can be enjoyed by everyone.
Three-book guidebook set to the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), an epic 2650-mile hike from the Southern Terminus at California's Mexican border to the northern Terminus at the Canadian border. Designed to be compact and lightweight the set is separated into three books, an introduction to the trail and two map books.
Discover 15 of the best short walks around northern Dartmoor. Each walk comes with easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps, clear route description and lots of images, plus information on local beauty spots and tasty refreshment stops. No challenging terrain or complicated navigation means walks can be enjoyed by everyone.
Discover the epic history of human exploration and migration, and the stories of fearless pioneers the world over, with this stunning tour of history - map by map.Charting everything from the movement of early Homo species out of Africa some 50,000 years ago to the astonishing voyages of Polynesian sailors across the Pacific from 4,000 BCE, and from the California Gold Rush to the Race for Space, entries explain the movements of people and cultures who set off into the unknown - in search of adventure or a better life.Specially commissioned maps show the key driving factors of each journey, and why certain routes were chosen over others - whether due to climate, terrain, or territory - while stunning contemporary examples offer fascinating insights into the unique world-views and political motivations of the people who commissioned them, and the cartographers who created them.The voyages of history's greatest explorers - from Zheng He to Ibn Battuta and Marco Polo - are brought to vivid life with accompanying photos, illustrations, and original artefacts, along with recent missions to chart the depths of the oceans and the surface of Mars. And entries also explore the experiences of established indigenous groups and the impact of settler populations.Packed with fascinating detail and bursting with lavish illustrations, Exploration: Map by Map is a must-have title for anyone who loves maps, history, or the pioneering spirit.
By the end of 1969, a young German couple, who made documentaries for television, arrived at the small island of La Graciosa almost by chance. It was before tourism, when there was no electricity or running water. People¡s doors were always open. Daily task and fishing, which required great effort, were share amonst the locals. This is the photographic evidence of the love affair that arose between the couple and an unforgiving, peculiar and unique land, populated b authentic seafaring people. Book of photographs of La Graciosa taken by two German documentary filmmakers between 1968/1974, before the arrival of tourism.
Baseball and Ballparks Sticker & Logbook is an ideal gift for any baseball enthusiast, designed to inspire visits to North America’s most iconic ballparks and record memories.
Cross off every adventure on your bucket list and keep the memories close to you with the beautifully illustrated Camping Bucket List journal.
Arthur Conan Doyle a mené une existence particulièrement riche et passionnante, le type de vie qu'on attribue à un véritable excentrique, ce qu'il n'était pas. Il était toutefois plein de ressources, courageux, intelligent, dévoué et ouvert d'esprit. De nombreuses biographies ont été écrites et vous pensez peut-être que les moindres aspects de sa vie ont été couverts. Il semble pourtant que de nouvelles informations soient sans cesse mises à jour, comme le prouve cet ouvrage. Le nom Arthur Conan Doyle a longtemps été éclipsé par l'une de ses plus célèbres créations, Sherlock Holmes. Lorsque vous évoquez Dartmoor, probablement neuf personnes interrogées sur dix pensent à la plus grande aventure de Sherlock Holmes, Le Chien des Baskerville, mais d'une façon générale, les liens de Conan Doyle avec Dartmoor et le comté du Devon dépassent largement cette ¿uvre. Le premier cabinet dans lequel il travaille après avoir obtenu son diplôme de médecin se trouve à Plymouth. Il s'agit assurément d'un engagement de courte durée mais le docteur Conan Doyle retourne dans le comté à de nombreuses occasions. De nature active, il effectue toujours ces visites dans un objectif qui vont au-delà du simple repos, comme vous pourrez le constater. La vie de deux autres hommes est inextricablement liée aux expériences de Conan Doyle dans le Devon. George Turnavine Budd, qui fait de lui son associé dans le cabinet de Plymouth, et Bertram Fletcher Robinson, qui joue un rôle essentiel dans la conception et l'ébauche de Le Chien des Baskerville. Le présent ouvrage se penche de façon approfondie sur ces contributions. Des guides pour romantiques souhaitant suivre la piste de Sherlock Holmes existent déjà. Je me réjouis d'accueillir ce livre qui se concentre plutôt sur le créateur du détective, et qui plus est rédigé conjointement par un scientifique et un spécialiste de Conan Doyle.Roger Johnson,Éditeur: The Sherlock Holmes Journal
From its North Sea islands to the Alps, Germany contains a wealth of variety, and Angelika Taschen has selected the country's most inspiring places to stay: grand hotels, family guesthouses, palaces, an abbey, glamping and more. Each characterful choice is beautifully photographed, alongside texts full of useful insights and additional reading.
No idea where to go in Barcelona? We do! Dive into the heart of Barcelona, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Barcelona''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!No idea where to go in Antwerp? We do! Dive into the heart of Antwerp, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Antwerp''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!
No idea where to go in Prague? We do! Dive into the heart of Prague, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Prague''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!
No idea where to go in Copenhagen? We do! Dive into the heart of Copenhagen, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Copenhagen''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!
No idea where to go in Antwerp? We do! Dive into the heart of Antwerp, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Antwerp''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!No idea where to go in Antwerp? We do! Dive into the heart of Antwerp, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Antwerp''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!
No idea where to go in Amsterdam? We do! Dive into the heart of Amsterdam, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Amsterdam''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!
No idea where to go in London? We do! Dive into the heart of London, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp London''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!
No idea where to go in Paris? We do! Dive into the heart of Paris, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Paris''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!
No idea where to go in Berlin? We do! Dive into the heart of Berlin, with savvy tips on where to stay, eat and explore without breaking the bank. It might be hard to grasp Berlin''s essence. Fear not, with this book in hand, you''ll make the city your own. Whether you''re hunting for cool hangouts, vintage treasures, or budget-friendly bites, this book is your ultimate companion. And let''s not forget about things like: Culture, fun facts, sightseeing & museums, How to blend in with the locals, Famous people with intriguing ties to the city, The best photo ops, Bars, street food, takeaways & restaurants, Clubs to dance the night away, And much more!
This mini pocket Istanbul and the Aegean Coast travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Istanbul and the Aegean Coast. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Istanbul and the Aegean Coast guidebook, you will find: Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photosWhat's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to knowThings not to miss in Istanbul and the Aegean Coast - Süleymaniye Mosque Complex, Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Church of the Pammakaristos, Mosaic Museum Büyük, Grand Bazaar, 360 bar-restaurantThree unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect tourFood and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiencesWhat to do in Istanbul and the Aegean Coast - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlifePractical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist informationOverview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Istanbul and the Aegean Coast and aroundTurkish section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local languageStriking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughoutFree download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebookCoverage includes: Sultanahmet, Topkapı Palace to the Golden Horn, Grand Bazaar District, Northwest quarter and the land walls, Galata and the waterfront districts, Beyoğlu and Taksim, Beşiktaş and Ortaköy, Asian Istanbul, The Bosphorus and Princes' Islands
This mini pocket Marrakesh travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Marrakesh. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Marrakesh guidebook, you will find: Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photosWhat's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to knowThings not to miss in Marrakesh - Jemaa el-Fna, Koutoubia Mosque, The Souks, Madrassa Ben Youssef, Guéliz, the Jardin Marjorelle, Saadian Tombs, Badi PalaceThree unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect dayFood and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiencesWhat to do in Marrakesh - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlifePractical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist informationOverview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Marrakesh and aroundArabic section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local languageStriking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughoutFree download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebookCoverage includes: Jemaa el-Fna and Around, Souks, the Northern Medina, the Southern Medina, Guéliz and Hivernage, Lake Lalla Takerkoust, Ourika Valley, High Atlas, Cascades d'Ouzoud
This mini pocket Tallinn travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Tallinn. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Tallinn guidebook, you will find: Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photosWhat's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to knowThings not to miss in Tallinn - Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Toompea's viewing platforms, Tallinn Town Hall, Holy Spirit Church, Seaplane Harbour, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Kadriorg PalaceThree unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect tourFood and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiencesWhat to do in Tallinn - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlifePractical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist informationOverview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Tallinn and aroundEstonian section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local languageStriking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughoutFree download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebookCoverage includes: Toompea, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Tallinn Old Town, Latin Quarter, St Nicholas's Church, Freedom Square, Kalamaja, Kadriorg, Maarjamäe, Pirita, Pärnu, Tartu
This compact, pocket-sized Paris travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to Paris without losing time planning. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Paris travel book, you will find: 20 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the wayItinerary details - each walk or tour starts with pointers on the time taken, distance covered and how to connect it with other itineraries in the bookBest walks and tours in Paris for Art enthusiasts, children, escaping the crowds, classic cafés, food and wine, literary types, parks and gardens, shoppersCurated recommendations of places - the walks and tours feature all the main attractions and off-the-beaten-track adventures, as well as child-friendly family activities and chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areasInsider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spotsHistorical and cultural insights - thematic features highlight Paris's unique life and cultureUnique hotel, restaurant and nightlife listings - curated details of where to stay, eat and go out, whatever your interest, for a range of budgetsPractical information - how to get there, how to get around and an A-Z of essential detailsHandy mapping - practical maps for each walk and tour, with clearly numbered sightsFree download of the eBook - available after the purchase of the printed guidebookCoverage includes: The Islands, Louvre and Tuileries, The 7th, Champs-Élysées and Grands Boulevards, Beaubourg and Les Halles, Marais and Bastille, The Latin Quarter, St-Germain, Montmartre, Trocadéro, Père Lachaise, Northeast Paris, Bercy and Vincennes, Western Paris, La Défense, Malmaison, Versailles, Fontainebleau, Giverny, Disneyland Paris
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