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Found in Translation: The Unexpected Origins of Place Names unravels the tangled threads of history and etymology to uncover the strange, intriguing and enlightening stories that have shaped the names of countries and places around the world.Starting in the world's second largest country, Canada, whose name means 'the village', renowned travel writer, Duncan Madden takes us on a spellbinding tour through the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania, visiting the weird and wonderful along the way. Learn about the Land Protected by Fire , otherwise known as Azerbaijan; drop by Hippopotamus, or Mali; and sail to the Land of Frizzy-Haired Men in Papua New Guinea.Found in Translation will entertain and inspire the culturally curious - armchair explorers and avid travellers, historians, linguists and lovers of language - painting a new perspective on the names, histories and origins of the places we live in and travel to. Visiting more than sixty countries across all six continents, Found in Translation includes the stories of Canada, USA, Mexico, Costa Rica, Cuba, Brazil, Argentina, Iceland, Ireland, UK, Germany, Russia, Italy, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Iraq, India, China, Thailand, Korea, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and many more...The foreword, written by bestselling author, explorer and photographer, Levison Wood, sets the context for this revelatory work that is part travelogue, history book and etymological reference.

The durable and convenient Kentucky Easy To Fold state map will take all the wear and tear your journey can dish out. The heavy-duty laminated design allows you to mark your route, make notes, then wipe the surface clean for further use. This is a must-have for navigation whether you're a state resident or just passing through. - Easy to fold means no fumbling. - Heavy-duty lamination allows you to write on, wipe off. - Durable and tear resistant. - Folds to display individual map sections. - Full-color maps with enhanced cartography. - Clearly indicated highways, county boundaries, points of interest, and more.- Quick-reference legend and city index. Product Details Dimensions: 9 x 4.25 folded; 18 x 17 unfolded.

Rand McNally's folded map for Memphis is a must-have for anyone traveling in and around this part of Tennessee, offering unbeatable accuracy and reliability at a great price. Our trusted cartography shows all Interstate, U.S., state, and county highways, along with clearly indicated parks, points of interest, airports, county boundaries, and streets. The easy-to-use legend and detailed index make for quick and easy location of destinations. You'll see why Rand McNally folded maps have been the trusted standard for years. - Regularly updated. - Full-color maps. - Clearly labeled Interstate, U.S., state, and county highways. - Indications of parks, points of interest, airports, county boundaries, schools, and shopping malls. - Easy-to-use legend. - Detailed index & full street index. - Convenient folded size. Coverage Area Communities Included: Bartlett, Germantown, plus a downtown enlargement. Product Details: Measures 9.5' x 4' and folds out to 40' x 28'.

Part of the bestselling Ultimate series, this is the guidebook to inspire your next walking adventure.

A completely updated second edition featuring the best walking tracks across Australia

The DK Eyewitness Europe Travel Guide is your indispensable guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities and towns. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions on offer. The uniquely visual DK Eyewitness Travel Guide will help you to discover everything region by region; from local festivals and markets to day trips around the countryside. Detailed listings will guide you to the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets, whilst detailed practical information will help you to get around, whether by train, bus or car. Plus, DK's excellent insider tips and essential local information will help you explore every corner of Europe effortlessly. DK Eyewitness Europe Travel Guide - showing you what others only tell you.Now available in PDF format.

Inspirational travel book covering 150 of Europe's most incredible journeys, including routes on foot and by bike, road, rail and water. When it comes to beautiful landscapes, Europe has more than its fair share of icons. The snowy peaks of the Alps, the vivid tulip fields of the Netherlands and the glittering lakes of northern Italy - you'll find them nowhere else but here. Yet pause to look around a little longer, and you'll soon discover that these postcard favorites sit side by side with many more understated scenes that are just as stunning. In fact, the slower you go, the more treasures you'll uncover - so why would you want to rush the experience? Featuring over 150 inspirational entries, Unforgettable Journeys Europe is a vibrant celebration of taking the scenic route. We've picked the best adventures across the continent, from cruising around the Western Fjords of Norway to hiking the Lycian Way in Turkey. Of course, the big-hitters are covered - riding Switzerland's Glacier Express, ferry-hopping in Greece and cycling from Land's End to John O'Groats - but we also take you off-the-beaten path, roaming the Albanian Riviera, kayaking through Finnish lakeland and navigating the steady switchbacks of the Transfagarasan Road in Romania. Make your next trip magical as you explore: - Over 150 incredible journeys illustrated with inspiring photography and maps that plot the routes and bring their highlights to life.- Chapter maps provide a handy overview of the locations covered.- Evocative text transports the reader there with vivid descriptions and fascinating stories.- Includes practical information, such as duration, difficulty, and start and end points.- Sustainable and slow travel options have been covered where possible.- Feature boxes give the routes context.- Gives suggestions for alternative ways to make the same journey and other destinations where you can enjoy similar trips.We've organized the book by types of transport, so whether you're an avid hiker, cyclist or driver, or love to be on the water or on the rails, we've got you covered. It's time to take the slow road and truly appreciate Europe in all its wonderful variety.

The Vintage Journal Airplane, Globe pocket journal features a travel poster illustration of an airplane going over a globe. This journal has full color decorative vintage art on the cover, and is the perfect companion for your next trip, writing project, to-do list, or any occasion where a handy notebook is needed. Found Image Press Vintage Journals feature vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies and interests. The front cover design features a classic piece of art from the Found Image Press collection of over 60,000 pictures. - 4 x 6 inches - 100 lined opaque pages - Soft matte finish

Mapping and Forecasting Land Use: The Present and Future of Planning is a comprehensive reference on the use of technologies to map land use, focusing on GIS and remote sensing applications and methodologies for land use monitoring. This book addresses transversal topics such as urbanisation, biodiversity loss, climate change, ecosystem services and participatory planning, with the pros and cons of various aerial technologies in mapping and land use. It follows a multidisciplinary approach and provides opinions and evidence from leading researchers working in academic institutions across the globe. The book's second half moves from theory and research advancement into case studies, compiling global examples to provide real-world context and evidence of the techniques and applications. Mapping and Forecasting Land Use is a valuable guide for graduates, academics and researchers in the fields of geography, geographic information science and land use science who want to effectively apply GIS and remote sensing capabilities to mapping or wider land studies. Researchers in geosciences, environmental science and agriculture will also find this of value in utilising 21st-century technologies in their field.

Wisconsin's 35 New Deal Post Offices. Learn, What buildings have murals. What artwork has moved. What buildings are privately owned. What murals have been destroyed. This is the perfect book for the post office enthusiast / history buff.

The 8 Best India Travel Guide Books - TRIPSAVVY - 12/09/19"This book takes a culturally minded look at women's safety in the country to inform women both before they leave and while they're in-country about how they can travel safely throughout the country. Written by J.D. Viharini, the book informs women on how to minimize the risk of problems while they're exploring the country by addressing and explaining cultural factors and mindsets. Chapters address how foreign women are shown in the media (promiscuously), standards of dress in India, the types of places that are and aren't safe for women to stay in, and what to do if you are sexually assaulted. Although, of course, the burden shouldn't be on women to avoid violence-it's a larger cultural issue-it's hard to change that in a single trip, and this guide does a great job of helping women navigate the country safely in the meantime. "- KRYSTIN ARNESON Updated 12/09/19 Krystin Arneson is a writer and editor based out of Berlin, Germany. She covers an array of hotels, products and destinations for TripSavvy.Lifeline to getting the most from solo, female travel"I met J.D. Viharini in Nepal recently and listened, first-hand, to accounts of her Indian travels. She is authentic, wise, experienced, expert in the advice she offers. Having travelled to 56 countries, read countless travel books and spoken to people all over the world, I was amazed at the tips I learned in reading this book. In addition, she speaks from a deeply embodied understanding of India, suggesting a nuanced approach to cultural competency, adopting an 'impression management' style of travel which offers an alternative approach to compromising one's own cultural values and identity. Fears are addressed and alleviated. Yet, this book is so simple, practical, easy and wide-ranging in application. Just excellent!"- Jo-Ann Zyla (reviewed on amazon.ca)

Unlock the Secrets to True Happiness-Beyond the 9-to-5 Grind!Have you ever wondered why, despite career success, you still feel unfulfilled? The Freedom Project: Happiness is not just another book about work-it's a blueprint for rediscovering joy and meaning in life. Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder or running your own business, this book will challenge your assumptions about success and guide you toward a life of true freedom and happiness.Acclaimed author and entrepreneur Wilko van de Kamp takes you on a personal journey from the pressures of the corporate world to a life filled with passion, purpose, and fulfillment. In this groundbreaking book, Wilko reveals how his pursuit of traditional success left him feeling empty and unhappy, and how he ultimately found freedom by redefining what happiness truly means.What You'll Discover in This Book: The Illusion of Success: Understand why climbing the corporate ladder or achieving entrepreneurial success doesn't always lead to happiness.Breaking Free from the Rat Race: Learn how Wilko walked away from a high-powered career and avoided the pitfalls of entrepreneurship that nearly led to bankruptcy.The Path to True Fulfillment: Explore how reconnecting with your passions can lead to a life of genuine happiness, free from the constraints of traditional work.Living a Life of Freedom: Discover strategies for creating freedom in your life-financially, geographically, and emotionally.Bringing Travel's Freedom Home: Learn how to integrate the sense of freedom and adventure from travel into your everyday life, making each day as fulfilling as your best vacations.Praise for The Freedom Project: Happiness: "I absolutely love this book. It's rare to find such honest advice in such an easily readable and accessible format. This book, which is full of wisdom on what really matters to be truly happy, is destined to become a classic." - Jack Canfield, coauthor of the Chicken Soup for the Soul(R) series and The Success Principles(TM)Wilko van de Kamp shares personal stories and hard-earned lessons on the quest for happiness beyond the corporate cubicle. This book isn't about quick fixes or temporary escapes-it's about creating lasting change that leads to a more meaningful and joyful life.Get your copy today and start your journey to true happiness!

Whether you are a seasoned traveler or traveling for the first time, this book contains travel tips and advice that will make your travel better. Meant to make your travel easier and more fun, tips cover all aspects of travel, from airlines to attitude, including air travel, train travel, travel packing list and packing tips, and how to get the most of your travel adventure. These tips are useful for all of your travel, whether going to an all-inclusive resort or having a European vacation, traveling internationally or domestically. Some tips save money, some tips save time, and others make it more pleasant and enjoyable. From planning your trip to enjoying it, you will find a wealth of useful information. Have fun and go travel!

Drinking Around the World examines the history, culture, customs and present-day role of drinking alcohol in over 20 countries around the world. Describes the smallest, largest, busiest, oldest and most famous drinking spots on earth. Discusses the puzzling fact that all the Allied leaders in WW11 were major drinkers: Churchill, Stalin, Truman, and Roosevelt; while the Axis group: Hitler, Mussolini, and Tojo were all teetotalers. Outlines which city in the world has the most bars and which one has the best bars; which country has the largest and best fairs, the largest carnival, and the best fiesta. Answers why alcohol, rather than any other substance, is used throughout the world in every country, to celebrate, commemorate or honor all of life's important occasions, from birth and weddings to victories, and even death---and it's been used for thousands of years. Where to Drink Around the World examines the history, culture, customs and present-day role of drinking alcohol in over 20 countries around the world. Describes the smallest, largest, busiest, oldest, and most famous drinking spots on earth. Discusses the puzzling fact that all the Allied leaders in WW11 were major drinkers: Churchill, Stalin, Truman, and Roosevelt; while the Axis group: Hitler, Mussolini, and Tojo were all teetotalers. Outlines which city in the world has the most bars and which one has the best bars; which country has the largest and best fairs, the largest carnival and the best fiesta. Answers why alcohol, rather than any other substance, is used throughout the world in every country, to celebrate, commemorate or honor all of life's important occasions, from birth and weddings to victories, and even death---and it's been used for thousands of years.

50 words or less description of the productAlabama's varied terrain and warm, moist climate make it a biodiversity hotspot. This beautifully illustrated collection of 140 of the most common and familiar birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, seashore creatures, butterflies, and other insects includes an ecoregion map showing over 20 wildlife-viewing hotspots. Laminated for durability, this 12-panel folding pocket guide is ideal for educators, learners, naturalists, and wildlife enthusiasts looking to connect more deeply with the wildlife of the Yellowhammer state.

Are you planning a big hike?How about a long distance walk, like one of the Caminos in Spain?Whether you are walking around your neighborhood or walking the full 500 miles of the Camino Frances in Spain, being prepared with the right equipment and the right knowledge is vital to your success and enjoyment while on your journey.. Do you have the right backpack(s) for the type of hike you are doing?Do you have the right boots?How are you going to handle your money? How are you going to prevent other people from handling your money for you?Do you speak the language? How will you communicate with the locals, especially if you are lost? Doing a big hike or a long walk needs proper preparation.Let's Get Walking was written to provide you with the information you need before you get out there and wish you had the right information. Preparation is more than buying a nice backpack or a snazzy pair of boots. This book is the best investment you will ever make when it comes to getting ready for your big walk or hlke, and it links you to some great stores to help you.

It's one of the first things we discover as children, reading and drawing: Maps have a unique power to transport us to distant lands on wondrous travels. Put a map at the start of a book, and we know an adventure is going to follow. Displaying this truth with beautiful full-color illustrations, The Writer's Map is an atlas of the journeys that our most creative storytellers have made throughout their lives. This magnificent collection encompasses not only the maps that appear in their books but also the many maps that have inspired them, the sketches that they used while writing, and others that simply sparked their curiosity. Philip Pullman recounts the experience of drawing a map as he set out on one of his early novels, The Tin Princess. Miraphora Mina recalls the creative challenge of drawing up "The Marauder's Map" for the Harry Potter films. David Mitchell leads us to the Mappa Mundi by way of Cloud Atlas and his own sketch maps. Robert Macfarlane reflects on the cartophilia that has informed his evocative nature writing, which was set off by Robert Louis Stevenson and his map of Treasure Island. Joanne Harris tells of her fascination with Norse maps of the universe. Reif Larsen writes about our dependence on GPS and the impulse to map our experience. Daniel Reeve describes drawing maps and charts for The Hobbit film trilogy. This exquisitely crafted and illustrated atlas explores these and so many more of the maps writers create and are inspired by--some real, some imagined--in both words and images. Amid a cornucopia of 167 full-color images, we find here maps of the world as envisaged in medieval times, as well as maps of adventure, sci-fi and fantasy, nursery rhymes, literary classics, and collectible comics. An enchanting visual and verbal journey, The Writer's Map will be irresistible for lovers of maps, literature, and memories--and anyone prone to flights of the imagination.

In ancient times the Danube bordered the Roman Empire, later the river was the lifeline of the Austro-Hungarian Empire until the Iron Curtain separated countries and ended the economic and cultural connection of the countries till 1989. The changeful history of the countries at the Danube cycle route between Vienna and Bratislava cannot only be seen in cities like Bratislava, Györ or Esztergom, but also right next to the route at the roman excavations at Petronell-Carnuntum. The cycling tourist can look forward to excellent cycling paths on the dykes that line the Danube which leads him through its floodplains. Not less scenic is the Danube's Bend near Visegrád where the river turns south and is headed to Hungarian capital city, Budapest.

An authoritative desk-top reference work for students of geography, the environment and sustainability, which through a series of 101 interconnected questions and answers spanning ten thematic sections, provides a comprehensive survey of humankind's impact on the global environment from the Late Stone Age to the present day.