Wallpaper* City Guides are an exciting， stylish new concept in travel guides published by Phaidon Press and Wallpaper* magazine。 Glamorous， global and affordable， the new travel guides can be acquired for only $8。95 and feature the world’s greatest cities， from Barcelona to Buenos Aires， Istanbul to Sydney， London to Los Angeles。 Aimed at the design conscious traveller， the guides offer just the right amount of insider knowledge on the world’s most popular cities， from where to stay and what to visit， to where you should eat， shop and be seen。 Ideal for a weekend break or business travel， their discreet， pocket sized format tells you everything you need to know， giving you the inside track on what can not be found anywhere else。 The guides have been compiled by Wallpaper* magazine’s international editors and travel writers who have lived in the featured cities。 They provide up-to-the-minute information and authoritative advice on the hottest of venues in the coolest

Wallpaper* City Guides are an exciting， stylish new concept in travel guides published by Phaidon Press and Wallpaper* magazine。 Glamorous， global and affordable， the new travel guides can be acquired for only $8。95 and feature the world’s greatest cities， from Barcelona to Buenos Aires， Istanbul to Sydney， London to Los Angeles。 Aimed at the design conscious traveller， the guides offer just the right amount of insider knowledge on the world’s most popular cities， from where to stay and what to visit， to where you should eat， shop and be seen。 Ideal for a weekend break or business travel， their discreet， pocket sized format tells you everything you need to know， giving you the inside track on what can not be found anywhere else。 The guides have been compiled by Wallpaper* magazine’s international editors and travel writers who have lived in the featured cities。 They provide up-to-the-minute information and authoritative advice on the hottest of venues in the coolest

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Today, Sicily is an island with some of Italy's most beautifultowns and cities, stunning scenery and unique history. Citrusgroves, opulent architecture and Mount Etna make Sicily - thelargest island in the Mediterranean - a gem of an island perfectfor hiking, biking or driving tours. Enjoy the best of this regionwith this practical guide which lets visitors choose a trip thatwill suit them before exploring their own interests on theisland.

What Will Your Lisbon Encounter Be… Getting lost (on purpose) in the rambling lanes of Alfama Being moved by the haunting tune of traditional fado Indulging your sweet tooth with a custard tart or three in apastelaria Catching the fantastic views - and your breath - from Lisbon'smiradouros Making new friends over a cherry brandy at a Ginjinha Living happily ever after (for a day) in Sintra's fairy-talepalace Discover Twice the City in Half the Time Full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easynavigation Our expert author recommends the very best sights, restaurants,shops and bars Unique itineraries help you get the most out of your visit Locals share their Lisbon secrets: from where a bag designer getshis inspiration to a top chef's eating recommendations

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"l'he rise of Rome, from provincial settLement to imperial power,is an epic story that reads like fiction rather than fact. Fable does indeed pLay a part: RomuLus is said to have slain his twin brother Remus and founded the future city-state, both infants having survived abandonment on the banks of the Tiber thanks to the nurturing miLk of a she-woLf.When myth is stripped away, what remains is hardly Less extraordinary. Ancient Rome traces alL facets of one of the world's greatest civiLizations, from the Legends surrounding Rome's foundation to the strife that precipitated the Empire's collapse. It describes a remarkable imperiaL power that Left an indeLibLe mark on the Lands it occupied. The face of Europe today would be radically different were it not for the rich culturaL, technoLogicaL, linguistic, and administrative Legacy bequeathed it by the Romans.

This Berlitz Pocket Guide to Cyprus provides all theinformation you need to enjoy this intriguing island. Clearcolour-coded sections enable you to locate the information you needeasily and full colour fold-out maps provide instant orientationwherever you are. The most popular attractions are highlighted, andin this edition have been put onto a dedicated double-page spread,and include the picturesque harbour of Keryneia, StavrovouniMonastery; the historic landmark with spectacular views, the oldtown of Famagusta and Aphrodite's Birthplace at Petra tou Romiou.Shopping, sports, entertainment and children's activities are alsodetailed. Cyprus has an intriguing and often turbulent history, allof which is explored within the 'History' section, along with atimeline of historical landmarks for quick reference. An 'EatingOut' section provides information on local specialities, such astaramasalata and moussaka, along with useful Greek vocabulary.Accommodation for all budgets is recommended, along with otherpract

These attractively priced，four-color guides offer dozens of neighborhood and thematic tours，complete with hundreds of photos and bulleted maps that lead the way from sight to sight. Day by Days are the only guides that help travelers organize their time to get the most out of a trip. Full-color package at an affordable price Star ratings for all hotels，restaurants，and attractions Foldout front covers with maps and quick-reference information Tear-resistant map in a handy，reclosable plastic wallet Handy pocket-sized trim 17 Self-guided Tours. 39 Maps. One Great Trip. At last，a travel guide that tells you how to see the best of everything-in the smartest，most time-efficient way. The best of Seville in one，two，or three days Thematic tours for every interest，schedule，and taste Hundreds of evocative photos Bulleted maps that show you how to go from place to place Hotels，restaurants，shopping，and nightlife f

Paul Theroux was born and educated in the United States. His many books include Picture Palace, which won the 1978 Whitbread Literary Award; The Mosquito Coast, which was also made into a feature film; Riding the Iron Rooster, which won the 1988 Thomas Cook Travel Book Award; The Pillars of Hercules, shortlisted for the 1996 Thomas Cook Travel Book Award; My Other Life: A Novel, Kowloon Tong, Sir Vidia's Shadow, Fresh-air Fiend and Hotel Honolulu. Most of his books are published by Penguin. Paul Theroux lives in the United States, but he continues to travel widely.

For environmentally critical times, Courage for the Earth is acentennial appreciation of Rachel Carson's brave life andtransformative writing Rachel Carson's lyrical, popular books aboutthe sea, including her best-selling The Sea Around Us, set astandard for nature writing. By the late 1950s, Carson was the mostrespected science writer in America. She completed Silent Spring(1962) against formidable personal odds, and with it shaped apowerful social movement that has altered the course of history. InSilent Spring, Carson asserted that "the right of the citizen to besecure in his own home against the intrusion of poisons applied byother persons" must surely be a basic human right. She was thefirst to challenge the moral vacuity of a government that refusedto take responsibility for or to acknowledge evidence ofenvironmental damage. In this volume, today's foremost scientistsand writers give compelling evidence that Carson's transformativeinsights -- her courage for the earth -- are giving a newgeneratio

在线阅读本书 What Will Your Barcelona Encounter Be? …gazing at the forest of pillars supporting the roof of La SagradaFamilia …stocking up on cheese, jamon and summer fruits at LaBoqueria …immersing yourself in the Romanesque era at the Museu Nacionald'Art de Catalunya ...taking in the spectacle of painters, jugglers and dancers alongLa Rambla ...eschewing dainty portions in favor of tasty raciones inLa Barceloneta ...strolling Gracia's streets in search of your next bar Discover Twice the City in Half the Time Full-color pull-out map, plus detailed neighborhood plans fortrouble-free navigation Our resident author recommends local favorite restaurants, bars,boutiques, gardens and galleries Specially designed itineraries tailored to the length and type oftrip Locals speak frankly about the bars, markets and evolution of foodin Barcelona

Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes,beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that youarrive at your destination aware of basic manners, commoncourtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell youwhat to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport withyour hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear ofembarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliarsituations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful businessrelationships. Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture andsociety of a particular country. It will help you to turn yourvisit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable andenriching experience. Contents include: * customs, values, and traditions * historical, religious, and political background * life at home * leisure, social, and cultural life * eating and drinking * do's, don'ts, and taboos * business practices * communica