Travel and Holiday

The Explorer’s Library combines the two New York Times bestselling guides from Atlas Obscura, packaged in a slipcase that evokes the timeless allure of travel. It is the perfect gift for the person who lets curiosity be their compass, who is alive to the world in all its possibilities.Atlas Obscura, is a “wanderlust-whetting cabinet of curiosities on paper” (New York Times) and a runaway New York

A visit to Venice, a city with no cars, allows you to envision yourselfback in time several hundred years ago, with traces of the City ofCanals' storied history on display wherever you look. However, thefuture of Venice is uncertain due to rising sea levels and overtourism.During a rare moment when tourism lulled due to the pandemic,photographer Greg Miller took advantage of the Venice's quiet str

“I did not go to Nicaragua intending to write a book, or, indeed, to write at all: but my encounter with the place affected me so deeply that in the end I had no choice.” So notes Salman Rushdie in his first work of nonfiction, a book as imaginative and meaningful as his acclaimed novels. In The Jaguar Smile, Rushdie paints a brilliantly sharp and haunting portrait of the people, the politics, the

'This is a book to be awed by.' – Daily Mail In 1924, the British Mount Everest Expedition led by George Mallory set out to reach the summit of the world´s highest peak. In 2024, documentaries and exhibitions – some sponsored, like the original climb, by the Royal Geographical Society – will commemorate the 100th anniversary of this famous adventure. Everest 24, published wit

A collectible 50th anniversary deluxe edition featuring an updated introduction by Jay Parini and first edition cover art and illustrated maps of Steinbeck´s route by Don Freeman A Penguin Classic In September 1960, John Steinbeck embarked on a journey across America. He felt that he might have lost touch with the country, with its speech, the smell of its grass and trees, its color and quality

Revolutionary flames ignite around Annie, Lee, and a brand new character in the follow-up to Fireborne - now in paperback!

The ideal gift for all word puzzle enthusiasts! 250 fun puzzles for word game lovers. Based on techniques required for Scrabble, these challenges have been designed to put your word power to the ultimate test. All words used are from the official Scrabble word list, so you learn as you play. Suitable for the whole family. In this collection of word puzzles you will find a great variety o

“Arguably the greatest living travel writer” (Outside magazine), Pico Iyer has called Japan home for more than three decades. But, as he is the first to admit, the country remains an enigma even to its long-term residents. In A Beginner´s Guide to Japan, Iyer draws on his years of experience—his travels, conversations, readings, and reflections—to cra

Stunning panoramic photos celebrate the beauty of Maine's rural towns and landscapes, inland and on the coast. From west to east, experience Maine's hidden byways through the unerring eye of landscape photographer and educator David Skernick. His unforgettable panoramic images place the viewer directly into remote areas containing pristine coastline, small towns, thick forests, and abundant wate

In the latest edition of theImmersive Travel Guide series, Seddiqui explores how the waters of the Atlantic Ocean have indelibly marked New England. Focusing on the region's nautical past and present, Seddiqui presents an experience-based traveljourney with stops in Wells and Portland in Maine; Portsmouth, NewHampshire; Gloucester, Boston, Plymouth, Hyannis and Provincetown,Nantucket, Martha´s Vin

Generations of vacationers have headed "Out East" to the South Forkof Long Island, which is renowned for its storied past, beloved beaches,and trendy restaurants and shops. Stitched together by personalanecdotes and local history, thiswell-curated visual tour of the South Fork provides a unique window intothe heart and soul of Montauk and the surrounding areas.Features include: • Vibrant dr

In Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems around the World, readers embark on a visual journey through the world's bustling subway systems, where each station tells a story of its city's soul. From the ornate elegance of Moscow's stations to the sleek minimalism of Tokyo's, this illustrated collection of travel essays explores 22 urban metros, revealing how their architect

Ideal for beachgoers who want to know more about the shells they find,this well-organized book will help readers identify more than 35 ofthe most common seashells found on New Jersey's beaches. Thewell-researched guide offers information about the animals that oncelived in the shells, includingwhere they lived, what they ate, and even how they may have died. Thehandy guide's features include &bul

Taking an important step toward a more inclusive and truthful understanding of Cape Cod's past, this book uncovers and reflects upon Cape Cod's role in the institution of slavery. Through this work of historical, creative nonfiction that also includes a guidebook component, author Susanna Graham-Pye uncovers the traces left behind by the enslaved individuals who lived on the Cape and whose contrib

TheLone Star State has a long and vibrant past, and this well-researchedvolume is designed to increase travelers´ and residents´ awareness ofthe state´s most important historical treasures. With a chapter devotedto each of the designated national historic landmark sites within Texas, the book provides • historical overviews, present-day and archivalphotos, and practical visitor information a

The hidden chronicles of Chester County are right underfootor across the road every day, and much of it also has a certain loreattached that ventures into the spectral realm. • Hear the ticking tombwithin a creepy, old cemetery • Experience the morbid Pennhurst StateSchool and Hospital during the “spooky season.” • Learn about the hauntedPhoenixville Library • Read about th

This photographic tour of Portland, Maine, shows why the city hasbecome one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Allthe charms of Portland are on display as this keepsake book takesreaders along 300-year-old streets through historic neighborhoods andpast the large commercial buildings near thewaterfront that house restaurants and stores. Also showcased are thebusy wharves, whic

When most people think about the mid-Atlantic states, they think of New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and other big, sprawling cities. Travel through these pages and you will find yourself on the hidden highways that lead to places such as Shushan, New York; Cherry Ridge, Pennsylvania; and Fizzleburg, Maryland. Find scenic and wondrous views in New York Pennsylvania New Jersey Delaware Maryl

The West Point Cemetery is one of the most beautiful military cemeteries in the world. It is also the resting place of more Medal of Honor recipients per acre than any place in the United States. Author Robert Holcomb was born on the grounds of the US Military Academy at West Point, graduated from the academy, and served in the US Army for 20 years. His parents are buried at the West Point Cemete