National Geographic a Diver's Guide to the World
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
"This guide to the world's best dive destinations offers the ultimate travel itineraries for above and below water"-- Provided by publisher
Chris Taylor Books
Chris Taylor is a passionate pie maker and competitive baker whose work is defined by modern flavors and techniques. He has garnered over 600 baking awards, including top honors at the National Pie Championship, often collaborating with his husband. His cookbook explores innovative approaches to classic desserts, showcasing a unique blend of creativity and precision in the culinary arts. Taylor's contributions highlight a refined skill in transforming familiar treats into exciting new experiences.
Test Pilot
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
In the fascinating autobiography, the author details his testing civilian aircraft, from aeroplanes, helicopters, through to autogyros and even microlights.
Japan. A Travel Survival Kit
- 848 pages
- 30 hours of reading
Fourth edition of a travel guide first published in 1981. This edition has been re-written by three authors not involved in writing the previous editions. Includes expert advice on transport, history, geography and accommodation, with city and district maps, and photographs.
Japan
- 800 pages
- 28 hours of reading
Lonely Planet provides the perfect companion for exploring Japan with plenty of suggestions for things to see and do and good-value recommendations for all budgets. This new edition contains over 150 maps, essential advice on cultural and social mores, details on outdoor activities, and an indispensable language section.
Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei
- 608 pages
- 22 hours of reading
This updated travel guide to Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei provides information for visitors on all budgets, including advice on getting there, accommodation, local cuisine, places to visit, language tips, and health and safety. This edition includes a guide to shopping and nightlife.
South-East Asia on a Shoestring
- 928 pages
- 33 hours of reading
This comprehensive guide to South-East Asia contains all the information you need for independent travel throughout the region.164 maps, including colour map of the regionup-to-date information on border crossings and visashow to get around on public transportuseful language sections and glossarysuggested itineraries for short or extended visits
Why do most people know what an Ewok is, even if they haven't seen Return of the Jedi? How have Star Wars action figures come to outnumber human beings? How did 'Jedi' become an officially recognised religion? When did the films' merchandising revenue manage to rival the GDP of a small country? Tracing the birth, death and rebirth of the epic universe built by George Lucas and hundreds of writers, artists, producers, and marketers, Chris Taylor jousts with modern-day Jedi, tinkers with droid builders, and gets inside Boba Fett's helmet, all to find out how STAR WARS has attracted and inspired so many fans for so long. 'It's impossible to imagine a Star Wars fan who wouldn't love this book. There are plenty of books about Star Wars, but very few of them are essential reading. This one goes directly to the top of the pile' Booklist (starred review).
"Get more from your trip with easy-to-find phrases for every travel situation. Plus: order the right meal with our menu decoder + Never get stuck for words with our 3500-word two-way dictionary + We make language easy with shortcuts, key phrases, & common Q&As + Feel at ease, with essential tips on culture and manners." -- page 4 of cover.
Tokyo
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Offering complete, updated information on accommodations, dining, and transportation options for all budgets, plus extensive information on Japanese culture, history, politics, and peculiarities, full-color maps, and a language glossary of frequently-used terms and phrases, this handy, pocket-sized guide provides a wealth of travel essentials in a small package.
Describes points of interest in each region of the country, introduces Japanese culture and history, and recommends hotels, restaurants, and entertainment.
