Travel and holiday Books

If you're over 60 and love the idea of travel but aren't quite sure about going it alone, Traveling Solo Later in Life is the empowering, no-nonsense (but plenty-of-fun) guide you've been waiting for. Think of it as your travel coach-minus the...

Somalia liegt im östlichsten Teil des afrikanischen Kontinents am Horn von Afrika und nimmt eine wichtige geopolitische Position zwischen Afrika südlich der Sahara und den Ländern Arabiens und Südwestasiens ein. Die Hauptstadt Mogadischu liegt nördlich...

"The Manoeuvring Mother" by Charlotte Campbell Bury is a satirical novel published in 1827 that follows the misadventures of Mrs. St. Clair, a social-climbing mother who schemes and manipulates to secure advantageous marriages for her daughters. Set in...

Mon arrière-arrière-grand-mère est née en France en 1871 (Algérie française) avant le droit du sol (1889) et de parents italiens (l'Italie en tant que royaume est créée en 1861), elle portait un prénom bien français, Marie-Philippine.

Sake さけ、shu シ. 酒 : le caractère prononcé à la mode chinoise donne shu en japonais. Deux prononciations possibles : onyomi (shu) un peu comme notre latin avec une lecture classique originaire de Chine et kunyomi vernaculaire indigène, sake du Japon.

Anton Pavlovich Chekhov (1860-1904) was a Russian short story writer and a playwright. His playwriting career produced four classics, while his best short stories are held in high esteem by writers and critics. Chekhov practiced as a doctor throughout...

Anton Pavlovich Chekhov (1860-1904) was a Russian short story writer and a playwright. His playwriting career produced four classics, while his best short stories are held in high esteem by writers and critics. Chekhov practiced as a doctor throughout...

Historian and Yellowstone researcher Scott Herring uses his long-running and eccentric knowledge of the park to describe Yellowstone oddities that rarely or never make it into books, such as hidden graves in the backcountry, archaeological discoveries...

In this, his first book, never before published in the U.S., the famous French sailor, Moitessier, describes his shipwreck on the Chagos atoll in the Indian Oceans, his building of Marie-Therese II, and his leisurely voyage to the West Indies, where he...

Detailed information on more than 90 rivers and streams in Oregon, including river profiles with mile-by-mile gradient charts, optimal flow recommendations, drainage basin maps, and access information.

Best Rail Trails Illinois is the complete guide to walking, jogging, biking, and cross-country skiing more than forty of the most popular rail trails in Illinois.

Lace up your boots and head into Oregon's remote Wallowa Mountains with Hiking Oregon's Eagle Cap Wilderness. Explore this wonderland of more than fifty glacial lakes, miles of streams designated as National Wild and Scenic Rivers, hundreds of...

L'Italia Geographica Illustrata, adornata da finissime incisioni, offre una dettagliata esplorazione geografica dell'Italia. Corredata dalle carte geografiche delle regioni, questo volume rappresenta una risorsa inestimabile per gli studiosi di storia,...

"A New School Atlas Of Modern Geography" by John White, presents a comprehensive view of global geography as it was understood at the time of publication. This atlas is designed as an educational resource, offering detailed maps and geographical...

Eine kurze Beschreibung und Geschichte der Stadt Rothenburg ob der Tauber, verfasst von Heinrich W. Bensen. Dieses Werk bietet einen detaillierten Einblick in die reiche Vergangenheit und die bemerkenswerten Ereignisse, die die Stadt geprägt haben...

La Pinacoteca E La Villa Lochis Alla Crocetta Di Mozzo Presso Bergamo... è una guida storica alla collezione d'arte e alla villa di Guglielmo Lochis, situata a Mozzo, vicino a Bergamo. Questo volume offre uno sguardo dettagliato sulla pinacoteca...

Itinerario Descriptivo Militar De España es una guía militar histórica de España, acompañada de un detallado mapa militar. Publicada en español, esta obra ofrece una visión única de la geografía y la infraestructura de España desde una...

Description De Paris, De Versailles, De Marly, De Meudon, De Saint-cloud, De Fontainebleau Et De Toutes Les Autres Belles Maisons Et Châteaux Des Environs De Paris offers a detailed historical tour of Paris and its surrounding areas. Written by M...

"Leyendas Del Caroní..." explores the rich tapestry of myths and legends surrounding the Caroní River in the Guayana region of Venezuela. Celestino Peraza masterfully recounts tales passed down through generations, offering a glimpse into the spiritual...

Descubre la fascinante historia de la presencia española en Micronesia con "La Micronesia Española, Ó Los Archipiélagos De Marianas, Palaos, Y Carolinas..." de V. Munoz Barreda. Este libro ofrece una mirada profunda a los archipiélagos...

"Memoirs Of Lieutenant ... With His Journal Of A Voyage In The Polar Seas In Search Of Sir John Franklin, 1" offers a firsthand account of Arctic exploration during the mid-19th century. Penned by Lieutenant Joseph René Bellot, this book details...

Découvrez l'Italie, la Sicile, les îles Éoliennes, l'île d'Elbe, la Sardaigne, Malte et l'île de Calypso à travers ce volume richement illustré. Ce deuxième tome de "L'Italie, La Sicile, Les Îles Éoliennes,...

La Patagonia: Estudio Jeográficos I Políticos Dirijidos A Esclarecer La "cuestión Patagonia", Con Motivo De Las Amenazas Recíprocas De Guerra Entre Chile I La República Arjentina..., by Benjamín Vicuña Mackenna, offers a detailed...

"Ductor Vindogladieusis, An Historical And Descriptive Guide To The Town Of Wimborne-minster" by Peter Hall offers a detailed exploration of Wimborne Minster. This historical guide delves into the rich past and notable features of this English town,...

Descrizione Topografica, Fisica, Economica, Politica De' Reali Dominj Al Di Qua Del Faro Nel Regno Delle Due Sicilie Con Cenni Storici Fin Da' Tempi Avanti Il Dominio De' Romani, Volume 1, by Giuseppe Del Re, offers a detailed examination of the Kingdom...

La Città Di Lamo Stabilita In Terracina Secondo La Descrizione Di Omero E Due Degli Antichi Dipinti Gila Ritrovati Sull'esquilino I Quali La Rappresentano, by Pietro Matranga, explores the ancient city of Lamo, positing its location in Terracina...

Descubre Casanare, una región fascinante en los Llanos Orientales de Colombia, a través de la mirada de Jorge Brissón. Este libro ofrece una exploración profunda de su rica historia, su vibrante cultura y sus impresionantes paisajes naturales. ...

"Izumo: Blicke in das Unbekannte Japan" ist eine Sammlung von Essays des renommierten Schriftstellers Lafcadio Hearn, die den Leser in das geheimnisvolle und faszinierende Japan des späten 19. Jahrhunderts entführt. Hearn, bekannt für seine...

Discover Martin de la Bastide's compelling memoir, "Mémoire Sur Un Nouveau Passage De La Mer Du Nord À La Mer Du Sud...", detailing a proposed new passage from the North Sea to the South Sea. This historical account offers insights into...

Les Délices De La Belgique, Ou Description Historique, Pittoresque Et Monumentale De Ce Royaume... offers a detailed and engaging exploration of Belgium's history, landmarks, and cultural heritage. Written by Alphonse Wauters, this book serves as...

Embark on a captivating journey through the Middle East with the "Journal Of A Tour Through Egypt, The Peninsula Of Sinaï And The Holy Land In 1838, 1839." This firsthand account offers a vivid glimpse into the landscapes, cultures, and historical sites...

Führer durch Pompeji ist ein detaillierter und umfassender Führer durch die antike Stadt Pompeji, verfasst von August Mau, einem renommierten Archäologen und Experten für römische Kunst und Architektur. Dieses Werk bietet eine fundierte Einführung...

"Dictionnaire Des Communes Du Département De L'aisne" is a historical reference work detailing the communes (municipalities) within the Aisne department of France. Compiled by Jean J. Baget and Alexandre Lecointe, this dictionary provides...

Il Mercurio Errante Delle Grandezze Di Roma, Tanto Antiche, Che Moderne..., by Pietro Rossini, is a comprehensive guide to the historical and architectural wonders of Rome. This book explores both the ancient and modern aspects of the city, offering...

Länderkunde von Europa. Dritter Teil. ist eine detaillierte geographische und kulturelle Untersuchung Europas. Dieses Werk bietet einen umfassenden Überblick über die verschiedenen Regionen, ihre Landschaften und ihre historische Entwicklung. Es ist...

"Les Voyages Et Découvertes De Paul Soleillet" recounts the journeys and explorations of Paul Soleillet in the Sahara and Sudan, undertaken with a view to creating a Trans-Saharan railway. Told in his own words, this narrative offers a firsthand...

"Journals Kept in Hyderabad, Kashmir, Sikkim, and Nepal, Volume 1" offers a fascinating glimpse into the travels and observations of Sir Richard Temple during his time in British India. This volume provides detailed accounts of his experiences in...

A valuable historical resource, the "Hand-book and Directory of Alameda County, Volume 1876" offers a detailed snapshot of Alameda County, California, during a transformative period in its history. Compiled by L.L. Paulson, this directory provides an...

Voyage de Milady Graven a Constantinople, par la crimée, en 1786 recounts the travels of Elizabeth Craven, Baroness Craven, through Constantinople and Crimea in 1786. Written in French and published in 1789, this travelogue provides a fascinating...

"Till Robinson-ön och världens ände" (To Robinson Island and the End of the World) by Carl Skottsberg recounts the author's expedition to the Juan Fernández Islands, also known as Robinson Crusoe Island, off the coast of Chile. Written in...

"A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume 3" by Thomas Frognall Dibdin offers readers a fascinating glimpse into early 19th-century travel and scholarship. Dibdin, a renowned bibliographer, takes the reader on a...

Nederlandsche Timor-expeditie, 1910-1912. Beschreven door G.A.F. Molengraaff [et al.], Volume 2, chronicles the Dutch Timor Expedition of 1910-1912. Authored by G.A.F. Molengraaff and others, this volume details the geographical and exploratory aspects...

"Relacao do Novo Caminho que fez per Terra e mar Vindo da India par Portugal no Anno de 1663 o Padre Manuel Godin da Companhai de Jesus" recounts the arduous journey undertaken by Father Manuel Godinho of the Society of Jesus from India to Portugal in...

The Geology of Minnesota Volume 3 presents a detailed exploration of the geological formations and natural history of the state. Authored by the Geological and Natural History Survey of Minnesota, this volume provides an in-depth analysis of the region's...

The Cuba Review, Volume 8, covering 1909-1910, offers a detailed snapshot of Cuba during a period of significant transition. Published by the Munson Steamship Line, this volume provides insights into the island's economic activities, focusing...

Inland Lakes of Michigan, Volume 30, offers a detailed exploration of Michigan's numerous inland lakes. Authored by Irving Day Scott, this volume provides descriptions and analyses of the geographical features, natural resources, and unique...

À travers l'Empire britannique (1883-1884), Volume 1 by Alexander, Graf von Hübner, offers a fascinating glimpse into the British Empire during the late 19th century. This volume recounts the author's travels and observations, providing valuable...

"The Keweenaw Series of Michigan, Volume 2" offers a detailed exploration of the geological formations of the Keweenaw Peninsula. Authored by Alfred C. Lane, this volume delves into the stratigraphy, mineralogy, and geological history of this region,...