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

Whatever you hunger for - art, architecture,cuisine, snow - you better pack a big appetite when you come toAustria. Symphonies in a Viennese concert hall, spotting marmots onthe Alpine trails, heavenly cakes and a kitschy Sound of Music tour- you'll be popping your dirndl with pleasure. This guidebook has been fully updated! * Redesigned color highlights section and dedicated chapter onOutdoor Activities * Intuitive layout and new text styles make it easier to read,scan and find information at a glance * New visual design and structure improves navigation withoutsacrificing depth or quality * Expanded planning section helps travellers plan by time,season, interest or region * New map design improves map legibilty for easy navigation

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This is a country of road trips and great open skies, wherefour million miles of highways lead past red-rock deserts, belowtowering mountain peaks, and across fertile wheat fields that rollof toward the horizon. Regis St Louis, Lonely Planet Writer

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Nowhere else can so many cultures be found in such a tight spaceyou can wake up on the Mediterranean coast, have lunch in Paris andsee a show that night in London. Ryan Ver Berkmoes, Lonely PlanetWriter Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authorsvisit the places we write about, each and every edition. We neveraccept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us totell it like we see it. Inside This Book 14 expert authors 13 mountain ranges crossed 6,354,782 sq km explored 73 local beers sampled Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use maps In-depth background Easy-to-read layout Comprehensive planning tools At-a-glance practical info

When Jos Saramago decided to write a book about Portugal, hisonly desire was that it be unlike all other books on the subject,and in this he has certainly succeeded. Recording the events andobservations of a journey across the length and breadth of thecountry he loves dearly, Saramago brings Portugal to life as only awriter of his brilliance can. Forfeiting the usual sources such astourist guides and road maps, he scours the country with the eyesand ears of an observer fascinated by the ancient myths and historyof his people. Whether it be an inaccessible medieval fortress seton a cliff, a wayside chapel thick with cobwebs, or a grand mansionin the city, the extraordinary places of this land come alive.Always meticulously attentive to those elements of ancient Portugalthat persist today, he examines the country in its current periodof rapid transition and growth. Journey to Portugal is an ode to acountry and its rich traditions.

Lonely Planet's team of authors has island hopped the Bay ofIslands, immersed themselves in Rotorua's proud Maori culture,kayaked Abel Tasman's pristine bays and cruised the magnificentMilford Sound, as well as exploring everything in between. With allthat research and more, Lonely Planet New Zealand is your key tothe best possible Kiwi experience. Lonely Planet guides are writtenby experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit.This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical andhonest advice, designed to give you the information you need tomake the most of your trip. In This Guide: Full Coverage of hiddensecrets plus all the don't-miss attractions. Activities of everykind, from abseiling to zorbing. Unique Green Index to help makeyour travels ecofriendly.

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Full-color travel guide to Venice, one of Europe’s mosthistoric and beautiful cities, with comprehensive de*ions ofall sights and attractions, and clearly presented practicalinformation. Full-color photographs and maps throughout, acomprehensive street atlas section and a handy orientation map onthe inside front cover. The Features section focuses on the city’shistory, people and culture, from its wealth of art andarchitecture to opera and the Venice carnival. The Places sectioncovers each neighborhood of the city, as well as the surroundingislands.

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How will you see Norway? From behind a sled pulled by huskies?From the top of a glacier? Over an aquavit at Ibsen's old table inOslo's Grand Cafe? The exquisitely clear air of Lofoten Islands,colourful wooden houses, remote Svalbard...so much to see. And somany ways to see it. This guidebook has been fully updated! * Intuitive layout and new text styles make it easier to read,scan and find information at a glance * New visual design and structure improves navigation withoutsacrificing depth or quality * Expanded planning section helps travellers plan by time,season, interest or region * New map design improves map legibilty for easy navigation

Fully-revised and updated, this Berlitz Pocket Guide to Viennaprovides all the information you need to enjoy this fascinatingcity, in a handy and genuinely pocketable format. Easy-to-use,colour-coded chapters allow you to locate information quickly, andfull-colour, fold-out maps provide instant orientation, making thisguide ideal for on-the-spot-reference. The Top 10 attractions arehighlighted on an illustrated, double-page spread, capturingeverything you simply can't afford to miss, such as theStephansdom, Hofburg, Karlsplatz and much more, helping you to makethe most of your stay. The comprehensive 'Where to Go' chaptercovers the entire city, region by region, with recommended sightspinpointed along the way. From concerts to coffee houses and avisit to the Prater, there are plenty of ideas for things to do,including active pursuits and activities for children. A dedicated'Eating Out' section provides information on local specialities anduseful vocabulary to help you read the menu and place orders withease.

Completely revised and updated, AIA Guide to Chicago, SecondEdition is the liveliest and most wide-ranging guide ever writtenabout Chicago's architecture. More than a thousand individualbuildings are featured, along with more than four hundredphotos-many taken expressly for this volume-and thirty-fivespecially commissioned maps. The book is arranged geographically sothat the user, whether Chicago citizen or visitor, can tour eacharea of the city as conveniently as possible. Building de*ionsfocus on the illuminating-but easily overlooked-details that givethe behind-the-scenes, often unexpected story of why a buildingtook the shape it did. And in the best Chicago tradition, thisguide does not shy away from opinions where opinions are calledfor. Comprehensively researched, meticulously written, and morethan thorough.

Kuala Lumpur (KL), Melaka and Penang are fragrant melanges ofChinese, Indian and Malay culture, and whether you want to samplethem via tasty street stalls, historic temples or space-ageshopping malls, you'll leave hungry for more This revised edition includes an expanded focus on Kuala Lumpurand increased coverage of food, nightlife and shopping. This guidebook has been fully updated! * Intuitive layout and new text styles make it easier to read,scan and find information at a glance * New visual design and structure improves navigation withoutsacrificing depth or quality * Expanded planning section helps travellers plan by time,season, interest or region * New map design improves map legibilty for easy navigation