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A new series from Lonely Planet and written for youngtravellers; aimed at children aged 8 - 11. This book covers all thecool stuff kids need to know about Rome. Lively intriguing stories,fascinating facts and a blend of photos, illustrations, cartoonsand quirky graphics. Each title in the series is designed to enticea whole new generation of beanbag explorers.This is not aguidebook. And it is definitely 'not-for-parents'. It is the real,inside story about one of the world's most famous cities - Rome. Ifyou were a cat why would you want to live in Rome? Would you wantto go to the bathroom with dozens of other people? Can you imagineeating a flamingo's tongue for lunch? Why do they fire a cannonevery day in Rome? This book shows you a Rome your parents probablydon't even know about.

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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.

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A new Lonely Planet series aimed at children aged 8 - 11. Thebook is written for young travellers. The book covers all the coolstuff that kids need to know about London. This is not a guidebook.And it is definitely 'not-for-parents'. It is the real, insidestory about one of the world's most famous cities -- London. Inthis book you'll hear fascinating tales about famous and infamouspeople, creepy underground places, dark history and strangecharacters galore. Check out cool stories about graffiti artists,murdered princes and people from all over. You'll find royalty,punks and sleuths, and some amazingly weird food. Heard about theabseilers who wash a clockface for a living? Would you want to eatjellied eels? How could anyone be lucky to be beheaded? Whateverdoes 'this is my trouble and strife' mean? This book shows you aLondon your parents probably don't even know about.

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