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Rob Humphreys

    Neil Humphreys is a British humor columnist whose works engagingly explore life in Singapore. With a keen eye for detail and a witty perspective, he captures the everyday experiences, cultural nuances, and unique customs of the island nation. His writing is celebrated for its ability to delve beneath the surface of Western expatriates, often humorously critiquing their aloofness from local society. Humphreys has endeared himself to readers by fully immersing himself in Singaporean culture, lending his observations an authentic and relatable quality.

    Fighting for My Family
    Princess Incognito: Wrong Time to Fight Crime
    Rough Guides: Pocket Rough Guide
    St Petersburg
    The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands & Islands
    Hansons Marathon Method
    • Hansons Marathon Method

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Now with a Just Finish plan for new runners!--Front cover.

      Hansons Marathon Method
      4.5
    • Include a section that introduces the Scottish Highlands and Islands highlights, from the picturesque coloured houses of Tobermory to the moody, poignant and spectacular Glen Coe. This guide takes a look at Highland history, literature, music, politics and cultural life. It provides tips on accommodation, transportation and restaurants.

      The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands & Islands
      4.4
    • St Petersburg

      The Rough Guide

      • 440 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      St. Petersburg is the linchpin for travel to and around Russia, and this guidebook covers it all in this detailed city-guide format. From the historic Peter and Paul fortress to the remarkable art collection at the Hermitage, "The Rough Guide to St. Petersburg" brings this extraordinary European city fully up-to-date and makes it the most timely guide available. Four pages of color maps. 35 maps and plan.

      St Petersburg
      4.5
    • Rough Guides: Pocket Rough Guide

      London

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The best London has to offer - in your pocket. Pocket Rough Guide London is your essential guide to the British capital, with the all the key sights, restaurants, shops, and bars in an easy-to-use format, and a full-color pull-out map. Whether you have an afternoon or a few days at your disposal, Rough Guides' itineraries help you plan your trip, and the "Best of" London section picks out the city's highlights you won't want to miss, from the mind-boggling treasure-trove of the British Museum to the gargantuan exhibition spaces of the Tate Modern. Divided by area for easy navigation, the Places section is written in Rough Guides' trademark honest and informative style, with listings of the must-see sights and our pick of the places to eat, drink and dance, from cozy and welcoming traditional pubs to the the latest champions of London's culinary revolution. · Full-color pull-out map, plus easy-to-use neighborhood maps to help you find your way around · The best of the city's restaurants, bars, clubs, and hotels, selected by our expert authors · Tailored itineraries and highlights make trip-planning easy · Inspirational color photography brings the city to life · Up-to-date background information, including transport details and a calendar of festivals and events

      Rough Guides: Pocket Rough Guide
      4.2
    • Book 3 of the hilarious, beloved school series. Loud, funny and witty, laced with a good dose of middle school clashes, drama and politics

      Princess Incognito: Wrong Time to Fight Crime
      4.4
    • Fighting for My Family

      • 200 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Uncle Ernie protects Princess Sabrina at all times. He's getting old and makes rude noises in the wrong places, but he's still the best bodyguard around. Most of all, he helps Sabrina keep her royal secrets. And then, Uncle Ernie goes missing. Sabrina's enemies could be behind his disappearance, leaving her with an impossible dilemma. Should she try and find her beloved uncle or run away and save herself? Luckily, her loyal, funny friends, Charlie, Liam and Awful Agatha offer their support. Together, they embark upon a scary rescue mission after dark. The crazy gang have just one night to track down Uncle Ernie. The future of Sabrina's royal family is at stake. She may never see her parents again. Is she prepared for the greatest fight of her life?

      Fighting for My Family
      4.0
    • The Rough Guide - 3: St. Petersburg

      The Rough Guide, Third Edition

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      St. Petersburg is the linchpin for travel to and around Russia, and this guidebook covers it all in this detailed city-guide format. From the historic Peter and Paul fortress to the remarkable art collection at the Hermitage, "The Rough Guide to St. Petersburg" brings this extraordinary European city fully up-to-date and makes it the most timely guide available. Four pages of color maps. 35 maps and plan.

      The Rough Guide - 3: St. Petersburg
      4.0
    • The Rough Guide: Prague

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Presenting an insider's guide to Prague, the features of this text include: discussion of all the sights, plus the best day-trips; listings of the best places to stay, eat and drink; and background on all aspects of Prague's culture and history.

      The Rough Guide: Prague
      4.0
    • The Rough Guide to Vienna

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      The Rough Guide to Vienna is the definitive guide to Austria's splendid capital city. It features lively descriptions of all the sights from the Belvedere art galleries to the Prater ferris wheel, taking in the grandeur of the Ringstrasse and the intimacy of the Innere Stadt. Over fifty cafes and restaurants are critically reviewed along with the lowdown on Vienna's inimitable coffee houses. Informative background on the capital's glorious Hapsburg heritage also covered comprehensively, as well as its contemporary cultural and political life.

      The Rough Guide to Vienna
      4.2
    • The Scottish Highlands & Islands

      • 583 pages
      • 21 hours of reading

      Explore every corner of this unspoilt and dramatic area with the fully-revised fourth edition of the Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands and Islands. From walking along the deserted beaches in South Harris to whale-watching in Mull - inspired by dozens of photos - the 24-page, full-colour introduction highlights all the ''things-not-to-miss''. In addition, there are two, brand-new, 4-page, full-colour inserts: ''Wildlife'' and ''Food & Drink''. The guide includes listings of all the top hotels, guesthouses and the best places to eat and sample the local whiskies. There is plenty of practical advice for exploring the great ''Scottish'' outdoors, from bagging munros to skiing on The Cairngorm mountains. The guide comes complete with maps and plans for the entire region.

      The Scottish Highlands & Islands
      4.2