Atlas of the World: 15th Edition with free wall map

The only world atlas updated annually, guaranteeing that users will find the most current geographic information, Oxford's Atlas of the World is the most authoritative resource on the market. The Fifteenth Edition remains the finest international reference source of its kind available. Including a free world wall map in every volume, updated census information, dozens of city maps, a gazetteer of nations, gorgeous satellite images of Earth, and a geographical glossary, this atlas offers exceptional value at a reasonable price.brFull of crisp, clear cartography of urban areas and virtually uninhabited landscapes around the globe, the Atlas has maps of 69 cities and nearly 100 different regions at carefully selected scales to give a striking view of the Earth's surface. Opening with world statistics and then a colorful, instructive 48-page Introduction to World Geography--beautifully illustrated with tables and graphs--this acclaimed resource provides details on such topics as climate, the greenhouse effect, plate tectonics, agriculture, population and migration, and global conflicts. As in years past, this edition includes the latest geographic information: a new flag for Iraq, the addition of the Republic of Kosovo to the map of Europe, a new region in Senegal and two provinces in the Philippines, plus the appearance of the world's newest landmass, Warming Island, revealed by the melting Greenland ice sheet. Current census statistics also help to illustrate tables showing the population of world countries and cities and the popular satellite image section has been refreshed with stunning new images of different regions and urban areas.brProviding the finest global coverage available, the Atlas of the World is not only the best-selling volume of its size and price, but also the benchmark by which all other atlases are measured.br*Promotional world wall map included with every copybrbr*Interior pages designed for heightened accuracy and ease of usebr*Detai

Houses of the National Trust

Welcome to over 250 houses and historic buildings in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, from medieval strongholds and Elizabethan palaces to Churchill's beloved Chartwell, Beatrice Potter's Hill Top farmhouse, and the Liverpool boyhood homes of John Lennon and Sir Paul McCartney.

One Hundred & One Beautiful Towns in Great Britain

More than 262 gorgeous color photographs and entertaining, fact-filled text take you on a fabulous armchair trip to the most charming and unchanged towns in Britain's countryside.

England - 4th Edition

In This Guide Seven authors, 2500 hours of research, 156 maps. Dozens of inspiring photos of England's heritage, people, culture and more.

Great Britain - 7th Edition

Discover Great Britain Puff your way up 530 steps to the top of St. Paul's Cathedral for a heavenly view of London. Let the train take the strain while you admire the views on the Ffestiniog Railway. Get your Gaelic up to scratch with a course on the Isle of Skye. Tube ride a Cornish wave in Newquay, a the capital of English surfing.

Ireland - 8th Edition

Discover Ireland Hear nothing but wind over stone walls as you walk the edge of the continent on Inisheer. Taste Ireland's natural bounty as you feast on local produce in Kinsale. Trade banter with your driver on a black-taxi tour of the political murals of West Belfast. Tap your toes and raise your glass to a traditional music session in Doolin and Kilfenora.

Scotland - 5th Edition

Discover Scotland Scare yourself silly ghost-hunting in Edinburgh's spooky underworld Laugh at the antics of the puffins on Unst, Britain's most northerly inhabited island Find your inner Scot and enjoy a traditional ceilidh at Scotland's remotest pub Challenge your tastebuds and tuck into some haggis - sounds nasty, tastes fantastic

Slanguage: A Dictionary of Irish Slang

You'll know a crawthumper from a doolally, thanks to this essential guide to the unofficial language of Ireland.

Walking in Britain - 3rd Edition

From ancient trails in southern England and coastal paths in Wales, to windswept moors in northern England and mountain ascents in Scotland, your opportunities for walking in Britain are as varied as the landscapes, people and cultures of this island.

Spain...A Culinary Road Trip

From Mario Batali, superstar chef and author of Molto Italiano and Italian Grill, comes an eating tour throughout Spain with his friend Gwyneth Paltrow. Spain...A Culinary Road Trip is the companion book to the prime-time public television series Spain...On The Road Again. The premise is simple: Mario Batali and Mark Bittman are single-minded, food-obsessed friends who are constantly on the lookout for the food, wine, and cooking that is unique to Spain—and in this series they will find it. Gwyneth Paltrow and the Spanish actress Claudia Bassols are eager to enjoy all the pleasures the country has to offer, and each pair will be lured into the worlds of the other. The foursome take the ultimate road trip adventure, showcasing the pleasures of Spain, the country's regional cuisine, art, history, and culture, as they've never been seen before. Hundreds of gorgeous and candid photos, anecdotes, and more than seventy recipes from Mario appear in this scrapbook of the dream vacation through Spain.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Walt Disney World, 2009 Edition (Complete Idiot's Guide to)

"The Complete Idiot's Guide travelbooks will set you up with preplannedand proven tours of thesemagical destinations. Experienceall of the sights and sounds withsuggested itineraries, comprehensivelists of ticket, dining,and hotel options, and a gorgeousfour-color insert that will whet yourappetite for a dream vacation you'llcherish forever."

Hospitality Information Systems and E-Commerce

Up-to-date coverage of how technology impacts management in the hospitality industry In order to succeed in today's business world, hospitality managers must have a wealth of knowledge when it comes to technology. Hospitality Information Systems and E-Commerce provides this essential information. Covering the technology used in each segment of the hospitality industry - lodging, foodservice, and tourism - this insightful book emphasizes the management decisions necessary to purchase, implement, and execute technology initiatives in a hospitality operation. Packed with industry examples that illustrate the influence of technology on management and customer service, Hospitality Information Systems and E-Commerce: Provides an overview of information technology basics, including computer hardware, software, and networks Covers electronic commerce (e-commerce) and its impact on the hospitality industry, as well as how managers can implement successful e-commerce strategies into their business Features interviews with information technology professionals in the hospitality industry Includes "On the Job" vignettes that show readers how the concepts covered in each chapter translate into the management of a hospitality operation Contains a practical glossary of technical terminology Hospitality Information Systems and E-Commerce offers an in-depth look at how hospitality managers can most effectively use technology to benefit their business, and is a must-have resource for students and professionals seeking to learn more about this cutting-edge topic.

Geography into the Twenty-First Century

Geography into the Twenty-first Century brings together teachers from higher and school education to debate the challenges confronting the teaching of geography at the beginning of the new millennium. It presents a collection of edited essays looking at the main developments in the areas of human, physical and environmental geography and the impact of the recent changes in the way that geography is taught in schools, colleges and universities. A particular objective of the book is to examine common issues and objectives which cross the school to higher education divide. Some of the worlds leading geographers, including Peter Haggett, Ron Johnston and Tim ORiordan have contributed broad-ranging assessment of how the new research directions and agendas which are revitalising academic geography can be communicated in an exciting and meaningful way to students of all ages. The book also shows how the exacting needs and aspirations of modern geography students and their teachers can revitalise and inspire research endeavours. The fundamental purpose of this timely book is to show how dialogue in geographical education at all levels is essential to the future of a rapidly changing discipline. Rich in ideas, broad in examples and inspiring in its commitment to the improvement of the content and method of geographical education, Geography into the Twenty-first Century is a landmark volume that will be a constant source of reference, guidance and issues for debate for everyone professionally concerned with the teaching of geography. It also provides a unique portrait of a lively discipline at a particularly significant point in its evolution.

Insight Guide Caribbean Cruises

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Lonely Planet Hawaii

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