Travel and holiday Books

The Most Comprehensive Guidebook to Nepal (2024)Your Ultimate Companion for an Unforgettable Nepal AdventureVenture into the heart of Nepal's captivating landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and exhilarating trekking trails with this meticulously crafted...

Originally published in 1931, this early work on exploration is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It contains Nansen's account of his expedition through the Caucasus and is a fascinating work thoroughly recommended for anyone with an...

A STAFF OFFICERS SCRAP-BOOK DURING THE RUSSO-JAPANESE WAR by SIR IAN HAMILTON, K. C. B. WITH ILLUSTRATIONS, MAPS AND PLANS. Originally published in 1906. PREFACE: IT is difficult to convey to the peaceable citizens of Greater Britain a true picture of...

Most travel books take you far, but usually not far enough. Too often they include too much historical material, too little about the facts of life. Knowledge of any city, after all, is written in terms of its people, its food, its customs. Take Havana,...

A View of Spain V5 is a comprehensive guide to the country of Spain, written by Alexander de Laborde in 1809. The book is divided into two main parts: a descriptive itinerary of each province, and a general statistical account of the country.The...

""Narrative Of A Journey Through Greece, In 1830"" is a travelogue written by Thomas Abercromby Trant. The book details the author's journey through Greece in 1830, during which he provides observations on the country's culture, history, and people...

Life In The Forests Of The Far East V1 (1862) is a book written by Spenser St. John that provides a detailed account of his experiences and observations during his travels in the forests of the Far East. The book is divided into several chapters, each of...

""Tales of Old Travels"" is a book written by Henry Kingsley, first published in 1869. The book is a collection of short stories and anecdotes about the adventures and experiences of travelers from different parts of the world. The stories are based on...

""Journal Of A Lady�������s Travels Round The World"" is a travelogue written by F.D. Bridges and first published in 1883. The book chronicles the author's journey around the world, starting from England and traveling through Europe, Asia, Australia, and...

Reminiscences of Colonial Life: And Missionary Adventure in Both Hemispheres is a book written by Alexander Pyne in 1875. The book is a memoir of Pyne's experiences as a missionary in various colonies around the world. Pyne recounts his adventures in...

Miscellaneous Travels of J.W. Goethe is a collection of travelogues written by the renowned German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The book was first published in 1884 and is an English translation of Goethe's original writings. The book is a...

Sketches of the Character, Institutions, and Customs of the Highlanders of Scotland is a historical book written by David Stewart in 1885. The book provides a detailed account of the Scottish Highlanders, their way of life, customs, and traditions. The...

Sketches of Old Dublin is a book written by Ada and Peter Travers, originally published in 1907. The book is a collection of sketches and stories about the city of Dublin, Ireland, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The authors take the...

""Pages From An Adventurous Life"" is a memoir written by Dick Donovan and published in 1907. The book chronicles Donovan's life as a detective and adventurer in Victorian England. Donovan recounts his experiences investigating crimes, tracking down...

Observations in a Journey to Paris Volumes 1 and 2 are a travelogue written by William Jones about his journey to Paris in August 1776. The journey took him through Flanders, and the book is filled with detailed descriptions of the places he visited and...

Other Countries V1 is a book written by William Morrison Bell and published in 1872. The book is a collection of travel essays that describe the author's experiences in various countries around the world, including Egypt, India, China, and Japan. Bell...

From Pekin to Calais by Land is a travelogue written by Harry De Windt and originally published in 1892. The book follows De Windt's journey from Beijing (then known as Pekin) to Calais, France, entirely by land. De Windt's journey takes him across the...

London V1: Or Interesting Memorials Of Its Rise, Progress And Present State (1824) is a historical book written by Percy and Sholto. The book provides a comprehensive account of the city of London, its development, and its present state in the year 1824...

Il libro ""Ricordi d'una missione in Portogallo al Re Carlo Alberto (1850)"" scritto da Luigi Cibrario ����� un resoconto dettagliato della sua missione diplomatica in Portogallo nel 1850. Il libro descrive le sue esperienze come ambasciatore del Regno...

Mexico and the Caribbean is a book written by George Hubbard Blakeslee in 1920. The book is a historical and cultural study of Mexico and the Caribbean islands. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of the region, the people who inhabit...

Letters From England V2 (1814) is a book written by Don Manuel Alvarez Espriella, a fictional Spanish traveler who provides a unique perspective on England during the early 19th century. The book is a collection of letters written by Espriella to his...

Impressions D�������Egypte is a book written by Louis Malosse in 1896. It is a travelogue that recounts the author's experiences while traveling through Egypt. The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of Egypt, including its history,...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

""Rumanien: Land Und Volk"" is a book written by Rudolf Henke in 1877, which provides a comprehensive overview of the country of Romania and its people. The book covers various aspects of the country, including its geography, history, culture, and...

""Researches on the Danube and the Adriatic"" is a historical book written by Andrew Archibald Paton in 1861. The book is divided into two volumes and provides an in-depth analysis of the modern history of Hungary, Transylvania, Dalmatia, Croatia,...

""Nooks And Corners In Old France V1"" is a book written by George Musgrave and published in 1867. The book is a collection of essays and sketches that describe various places and landmarks in France, particularly those that are lesser-known or off the...

Passages In Foreign Travel V2 is a travelogue written by Isaac Appleton Jewett in 1838. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels to various foreign countries, including France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, and England. In this second...

Norfolk Broads and Rivers or The Waterways, Lagoons, and Decoys of East Anglia is a book written by George Christopher Davies in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive description of the Norfolk Broads and rivers, which are a network of waterways,...

A Week In New York is a novel written by American author Ernest Ingersoll and published in 1891. The book is set in New York City and follows the story of a young woman named Alice who travels to the city for a week-long visit. During her stay, Alice...

""Tangled Talk: An Essayist's Holiday"" is a collection of essays written by William Brighty Rands and originally published in 1864. The book is a reflection on the author's travels and experiences during a holiday, and each essay covers a different...

L'Acadie Or Seven Years' Explorations In British America V1 is a historical book written by James E. Alexander and first published in 1849. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels and explorations in British America, specifically in the...

Farrar�������s Illustrated Guide Book To The Androscoggin Lakes And The Headwaters Of The Connecticut, Magalloway, And Androscoggin Rivers (1887) is a comprehensive guidebook written by Charles Alden John Farrar. The book provides detailed information...

""Story of the Niger"" is a historical account of the exploration and travels along the Niger River in Africa, from the time of Mungo Park in the late 18th century to the late 19th century. Written by Robert Richardson, the book details the challenges...

Real Life in Ireland is a book published in 1904 by an author who goes by the name A Real Paddy. It is a detailed and insightful account of life in Ireland during the early 20th century. The author provides a vivid and honest portrayal of the social,...

Memoirs of Edward and Catherine Stanley is a book written by Edward Stanley in 1880. The book is a memoir of his life and that of his wife Catherine Stanley. The book provides a detailed account of their lives, including their childhood, education,...

""Report of Proceedings on a Voyage to the Northern Ports of China, in the Ship Lord Amherst"" is a historical account written by Hugh Hamilton Lindsay in 1834. The book describes the author's experiences during a voyage to the northern ports of China on...

Restrictive Railway Legislation is a book written by Henry Stevens Haines in 1905. The book focuses on the history of railway legislation in the United States and the impact it has had on the railroad industry. Haines argues that the government's...

Roba D�������Italia V1: Or Italian Lights And Shadows, A Record Of Travel (1875) is a travelogue written by Charles William Heckethorn. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels through Italy, covering various cities and regions. It provides...

Observations Made On A Tour From Bengal To Persia, In The Years 1786-1787 (1790) is a travelogue written by William Francklin. The book details Francklin's journey from Bengal, India to Persia (modern-day Iran) in the late 18th century. Francklin...

The book ""Narrative Of A Journey Through The Province Of Khorassan V1: And On The N.W. Frontier Of Afghanistan, In 1875 (1879)"" is a travelogue written by Charles Metcalfe MacGregor. The book is about the author's journey through the province of...

""Journal of Adventures with the British Army V1"" is a historical account written by George Cavendish Taylor about his experiences with the British Army during the Crimean War. The book covers the period from the start of the war to the taking of...

The Bivouac and the Battlefield: Or Campaign Sketches in Virginia and Maryland is a historical book written by George Freeman Noyes in 1863. The book is a collection of sketches and personal observations made by the author during his time as a soldier in...

Schloss Hainfeld: Or A Winter In Lower Styria (1836) is a novel written by Basil Hall. The story is set in the winter of 1822 and follows the journey of a group of English travelers who arrive in Lower Styria, a region in Austria. They are welcomed by...

Reminiscences Of America, In 1869 is a book written by Two Englishmen in 1870. The book is a firsthand account of their travels and experiences in America during the year 1869. The authors provide a detailed description of the political, social, and...

The book ""Medical Guide To The Mineral Waters Of France And Its Wintering Stations"" was written by Achille Vintras and was published in 1883. The book is a comprehensive guide to the various mineral waters and wintering stations in France. It provides...

Sermons Preached to English Congregations in India is a book written by George Edward Lynch Cotton and published in 1867. The book is a collection of sermons that Cotton delivered to English congregations in India during his tenure as Bishop of Calcutta...

Sea Mosses: A Collector�������s Guide And An Introduction To The Study Of Marine Algae is a comprehensive book written by Alpheus Baker Hervey and originally published in 1881. The book is a guide to the collection and study of marine algae, commonly...

Rocky Mountain Life is a thrilling account of the adventures and experiences of Rufus B. Sage during his three-year expedition in the Far West. The book provides a vivid description of the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains, as well as the dangers and...