Captain Cook in the Underworld is a book-length poem by a gifted Maori poet, an archetypal exploration of Western mythology and legend as it 'discovers' itself in the South Pacific. The poem was commissioned as the libretto for a new work with composer...

Based on the records of 250 voyages and the direct testimony of more than 80 shipboard diaries, "Over the mountains of the sea" recreates what life was like on the migrant ships for ordinary people - the ancestors of many of today's New Zealanders - as...

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In 2006, author Patricia Sexton set out on a journey most of us have only fantasized about. She quit her job to pursue her dream. Thirty years old and a rising star at a Wall Street investment bank, Patricia wanted nothing more than to work as a fore...

Armed with a map, a motorcycle, an infectious sense of humor, and a dim understanding of Sri Lanka's war, author, artist, and adventurer Mark Stephen Meadows arrives in the country intending to have, as it were, afternoon tea with terrorists. Figuring...

In this landmark work on the Anasazi tribes of the Southwest, naturalist Craig Childs dives head on into the mysteries of this vanished people. The various tribes that made up the Anasazi people converged on Chaco Canyon (New Mexico) during the 11th century...

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Pocket-sized books to inspire your on-foot exploration of topinternational destinations. Now with free eBook.Experiencethe best of Warsaw withthis indispensably practical Insight Guides Explore book. From making sure you don't miss out on must-seeatt...

In a spectacular setting between granite peaks and the South Atlantic Ocean, Rio de Janeiro is one of South America's most iconic cities. Explore Rio de Janeiro is the latest title in this popular series from Insight and is the ideal pocket companion...

An unbeatable guide to Honolulu and O'ahu, includes insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, all designed to help you see the very best of Honolulu and O'ahu. Visit the 'Iolani Palace, the USA's only state royal residence, tour Pearl Harbor,...

This book is a food tour in your pocket, featuring more than 100 of the best restaurants, cafes, bars and markets recommended by a team of in-the-know Parisians. You'll also find insights into the city's idiosyncratic food culture, and a handful of i...

This book is a food tour in your pocket, featuring more than 100 of the best restaurants, cafes, bars and markets recommended by a team of in-the-know Londoners. You'll also find insights into the city's idiosyncratic food culture, and a handful of i...

Eat Like a Local is a guide that focus on the culinary scenes of the world's most-visited cities. In New York, 100 listings are provided for the best restaurants, cafes, bars, markets and street food as recommended by savvy locals native to the city....

An unbeatable guide to Seattle, includes insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, all designed to help you see the very best of Seattle.Marvel at the Seattle Center's futuristic Space Needle, explore the University of Washington campus, sip...

Provides the writer's view of the British Isles and its people, including himself, during his voyage around his native land.

Aspiring travel writer Eddie Rock has hit hard times. Drowning in a midlife crisis of fear and debt, he looks for a second chance. A fortuitous encounter with false medium Ralph Keeton in Canada triggers his story with warnings in the not-so-distant-future....

"10 countries, 10 regions and 10 cities that travellers must visit in the year ahead. Each destination is chosen for its topicality, unique experiences and 'wow' factor. We don't just report on the trends, we set them - helping you get there before the...

"The world's foremost artists, writers, architects, restaurateurs, and art historians reveal their favorite discoveries in this insider's guide."--Jacket.

Written by Nigel Watson of the Antarctic Heritage Trust, and illustrated with Jane Ussher's stunning photographs, plus historic images and never-before-seen ephemera and diary entries, this is the first book that fully documents and celebrates Ed Hil...

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"What's your vision of New Zealand? An inner-city street in the rain, a campervan under a clear and starry night sky, a high-octane sport or a traffic jam of sheep? This book collects a range of personal views of Aotearoa from photographers, both amateur...

"Many literary luminaries were born and bred in Whanganui. Others have visited the city or made it their home. This book, with maps, will take the reader to birthplaces and other sites of interest to the featured authors“--Provided by publisher.

The history of Hampton Roads is as deep as the waters that surround it. From some of the first settlers in the New World to the formation of the nation, Virginia's Tidewater is rich in curious tales of legends and lore. In the Southside, the famed pi...

"A true Southern Ocean circumnavigation, around the great capes, fills the imagination of every serious sailor, and many others. In 2005, Frank Blair built a 63-foot wooden schooner in Nova Scotia and set off with friends on her two-year maiden voyage...

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"Baroque palaces and energetic streets, old-school taquerías and contemporary art: experience this beguiling metropolis with Moon Mexico City. Explore the City: Navigate by neighborhood or by activity with color-coded maps or follow a self-guided walk...

"Hawaii's 'Garden Isle' is green and lush, with famous sights from the steeply folded sea cliffs of the Napali Coast to the stunning sweep of Waimea Canyon. The island also has more beaches per mile of coastline than any other island in the state. A ...

"Completely updated for its 10th anniversary, this best-selling inspirational travel guide reveals 500 celebrated and lesser-known destinations from around the globe, from ocean cruises in Antarctica to horse treks in the Andes. Compiled from the fav...

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"From the Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist and New York Times bestselling author, a stunning and personally curated selection of her work across the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa Lynsey Addario has captured audiences with her disarming an...

A collection of the 500 most alluring travel experiences on the planet! The perfect resource for travelers who crave adventurous trips, or those searching for specific experiences, this title has been fully revised and updated just in time for its 10...

Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of London's Underground, or as it is affectionately referred to, the Tube. Though this isnt the usual side of the Tube the tourists, travellers and residents see. (Though, of course, they do see a great deal o...

"In late February, 1968, a Russian submarine, holding a battery of three ballistic missiles with enough nuclear material to create an explosion 50 times greater than Hiroshima, disappeared in the Pacific Ocean. The Soviet Navy used ships, subs and planes...

From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Germany, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like the Berlin Wall, Cologne Cathedral and the...

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"Inside Rick Steves Paris 2019: Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Paris; Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites; top sights and hidden gems from No...

"Dawn reveals ancient stonework backed by the towering Andes - the fusion of natural and man-made beauty, built in harmony with earth and sky. Machu Picchu, center of the lost Inca empire, is yours to explore. This book gives you what you need to know...

"With more than 250 miles of coast, from Kona to Hilo and beyond, the Big Island is lined with beautiful beaches, elegant resorts, coffee farms, waterfalls, and rain forests. It also has history: from Captain Cook's landing site to the rugged Valley of...

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"Each year, over a million people walk the East and West piers at Dun Laoghaire. Whether it's for a quiet walk, family day out, first dates, weddings, hanging out with friends, walking the dog, or just taking the air, the harbour area undoubtedly counts...

"Captivating stories of the places where human evil has left a nefarious mark - featuring both rare and best-loved stories from the hit podcast Lore, now a streaming television series. Sometimes you walk into a room, a building, or even a town, and you...

"Alev Scott's odyssey began when she looked beyond Turkey's borders for contemporary traces of the Ottoman Empire. Their 800-year rule ended a century ago - and yet, travelling through eleven countries from Kosovo to Greece to Palestine, she uncovers...

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"Guidebook to the northernmost section of the GR5 - from Hoek van Holland in the Netherlands, through Belgium and Luxembourg, to Schirmeck in the northeast of France. Described over 49 stages, this 1000 kilometre section of the GR5 is relatively easy...

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