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How to Lie with Maps (2nd Edition)

by Mark Monmonier

Originally published to wide acclaim, this lively, cleverly illustrated essay on the use and abuse of maps teaches us how to evaluate maps critically and promotes a healthy skepticism about these easy-to-manipulate models of reality. Monmonier shows that, despite their immense value, maps lie. In fact, they must. The second edition is updated with the addition of two new chapters, 10 color plates, and a new... (more)

Mercy Thompson: Book 3

Iron Kissed

by Patricia Briggs

When her former boss and mentor is arrested for murder and left to rot behind bars by his own kind, it's up to shapeshifting car mechanic Mercy Thompson to clear his name, whether he wants her to or not. And she'll have to choose between the two werewolves in her life-whether she wants to or not.

Fodor's Citypack Tokyo's Best, 4th Edition (Citypacks)

Fodor's Citypack Tokyo's Best, 4th Edition (Citypacks)

by Fodor's

Daughter of Fortune: A Novel

by Isabel Allende

An orphan raised in Valparaíso, Chile, by a Victorian spinster and her rigid brother, young, vivacious Eliza Sommers follows her lover to California during the Gold Rush of 1849 -- a danger-filled quest that will become a momentous journey of transformation. In this rough-and-tumble world of panhandlers and prostitutes, immigrants and aristocrats, Eliza will discover a new life of freedom, independence, and a love... (more)

The Princess Bride

by William Goldman

The Princess Bride is a true fantasy classic. William Goldman describes it as a "good parts version" of "S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure." Morgenstern's original was filled with details of Florinese history, court etiquette, and Mrs. Morgenstern's mostly complimentary views of the text. Much admired by academics, the "Classic Tale" nonetheless obscured what Mr. Goldman feels... (more)

The Map That Changed the World

William Smith and the Birth of Modern Geology

by Simon Winchester

In 1793, a canal digger named William Smith made a startling discovery. He found that by tracing the placement of fossils, which he uncovered in his excavations, one could follow layers of rocks as they dipped and rose and fell -- clear across England and, indeed, clear across the world -- making it possible, for the first time ever, to draw a chart of the hidden underside of the earth. Determined to expose what... (more)

A Tourist Guide to Lancre

by Terry Pratchett

Between Uberwald and Whale Bay, the Octarine Grass Country and the Widdershins Ocean, lies the most exciting and dangerous terrain in all Discworld. This is a map of Lancre, where Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg, and Magrat Garlick live.

The Far Kingdoms

by Allan Cole

"A thoughtful and well-crafted epic fantasy." PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Young, pampered Amalric Antero cared only for real places and possible dreams. But then he met Janos Greycloak, a dashing soldier who dabbled in forbidden magic and who carried, hidden, proof of riches and mysteries beyond imagination. And suddenly Amalric found himself setting out on the adventure of a lifetime, a daring and perilous quest through... (more)

Sunderlies Seeking: Ghatten's Gambit #1 (Ghatti's Tale)

Sunderlies Seeking: Ghatten's Gambit #1 (Ghatti's Tale)

by Gayle Greeno

The Sunderlies-for Doyce's and Jenret's sixteen-year-old twins, Jenneth and her brother Diccon, the very name is a summons to exotic adventure. So when Jenret proposes taking the family along on a business trip there, the twins can hardly contain their excitement. The only thing more thrilling is the newfound Bond Jenneth has made with the ghatten Pw'eek and Diccon with her sister ghatten Kwee. Yet, almost from... (more)

Camber of Culdi (Legends of Camber of Culdi, Vol 1)

Camber of Culdi (Legends of Camber of Culdi, Vol 1)

by Katherine Kurtz

Camber was the greatest of the Deryni who wanted to retire. But it was not to be. The kingdom of Gwynedd groaned under the tyranny of Imre and his sister and mistress, Ariella. And when Camber learned that Cinhil Haldane, a descendant of the previous kings, still lived, he was determined to set him on the throne in place of the evil ones....

Baedeker's Ireland

by Baedeker Guides

Baedeker -- the guides to travel with. Now in fully revised editions, Baedeker guides offer today's visitor a tremendous depth and reliability of information. * Completely updated and revised * Compact guide and foldout map in a clear plastic wallet * Hundreds of full-color photos throughout * Detailed maps and floorplans * A-to-Z listings of sights or towns with in-depth reviews and detailed... (more)

Streetwise London (National & Intl Titles)

Streetwise London (National & Intl Titles)

by Streetwise Maps

Streetwise London Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of London, England - Folding pocket size travel map with London Underground map including tube lines & stations This map covers the following areas: Main London City Map 1:20,000 London Underground Map - London Tube Map London is one of the most popular, populated and accessible cites on earth. People love London. And why not? Londoners are charming and... (more)

Amazon Basin Map

by ITMB Publishing Ltd

Scale 1:4,000,000. Printed on one side. Detailed regional map includes portions of Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, the Guyanas, Peru, Surinam, and Venezuela. Elevations shown by color changes. Legend locates cities and settlements of all sizes; roads from highways to unpaved roads; trails. Also airports and airstrips; railways. Hydrographic features such as glaciers, waterfalls, non-perennial streams,... (more)

Venezuela Map (Travel Reference Map)

by Jack Joyce

Map of the country and portions of its neighbors with elevations shown by color changes. Legend locates international and state borders; settlements from major cities to villages; roads (with distances in kilometers) from freeways to seasonal roads/tracks/trails; railways; airports and airstrips; peaks with heights in meters; escarpments; points of interest; mining/prospecting; caves; archaeological sites;... (more)

Judy Moody: Around the World in 8 1/2 Days (Judy Moody)

Judy Moody: Around the World in 8 1/2 Days (Judy Moody)

by Megan McDonald

The mercurial Judy Moody will delight any kid who's known a bad mood or a bad day—and managed to laugh anyway. And, the winners of the Judy Moody All-About-Me Contest are announced! See the amazing winning and runner-up entries at http://www.fablevision.com/judymoody/winners_test.html — and find out how you can make your own All-About-Me collage. Judy Moody was in a mood. Not a good mood. A bad mood. A... (more)

Explore the Inca Trail (Rucksack Readers)

Explore the Inca Trail (Rucksack Readers)

by Jacquetta Megarry, Roy Davies

A guide to the classic trek to the ancient Inca ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru, this book is the second in the series of world-class walks at altitude, presented in a unique backpack-friendly format. Lightweight, robust, and concise, this book features a fold-out map showing the route, waterproof paper throughout, and much more.

Olympic Mountains Trail Guide: National Park & National Forest 3rd Edition

Olympic Mountains Trail Guide: National Park & National Forest 3rd Edition

by Robert L. Wood

The Mountaineers Books Northwest: Hiking/Backpacking Guides 100196 By The Mountaineers Books

Amsterdam (Eyewitness Travel Guides S.)

by DK Publishing

A pocket-sized travel guide of Amsterdam, for both independent and package travellers. It provides a background to the destination and a full gazetteer of the best places to see, including opening times, addresses and telephone numbers. Walks and motor tours with maps, plus information on sport, entertainment and other practical details are included too.

Lonely Planet London City Map (City Maps Series)

Lonely Planet London City Map (City Maps Series)

by Lonely Planet

Greater London Central London Inner London West End Theatres London Underground Map Unique Lonely Planet Walking Tour Index of all Streets & Sights Essential Information

The Rob Roy Way

by Jacquetta Megarry

The Rob Roy Way is a new Scottish long-distance walk running 77 miles from Drymen (on the West Highland Way) to Pitlochry in the highlands, passing some of Scotland's finest lochs, glens, and mountains. It links forest tracks, footpaths, part of a bicycle route, moorland tracks, and some minor roads. Some of these paths have been used for centuries and are steeped in fascinating history. Much of the Way is linked... (more)

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