Follow baby Dolphin on his great adventure in the big blue ocean with this perfect first reference book, teeming with new discoveries. The moment Dolphin Baby pops into the blue, he swims up, up, up...and takes his very first breath. From then on, the baby calf swims close to his mother`s side, discovering all there is to know about life under the sea. Dolphin has lots to learn including making new friends, catching his first fish, whistling...and saying his own name in special dolphin-sound! Part of the ” Nature Storybook” series, this is a perfect introduction to dolphin behaviour, anatomy & ecology for young readers. Nicola Davies perfectly marries a lyrical narrative & factual information to tell how a dolphin baby evolves from birth. ...

Dimitris Zafiropoulos’ book is an introduction to the world of dolphins & whales of the Greek Seas as well as an identification & field guide. It

Includes:: information on their geographical distribution, on how to find, study & identify dolphins & whales that are regularly observed in Greek waters. The book is a result of Zafiropoulos’ 12 years of field research, experiences & adventures; it’s an account of close encounters with Striped Dolphins, a Fin Whale at Khorinthiakos Gulf, of fieldwork with the Bottlenose Dolphins of Amvrakikos, & of observations of the endangered Common Dolphins. Full of photographs & in-depth illustrations of dolphin & whale species, the guide is ideal for any one with the intention of having a close encounter with these animals either in Greek waters or abroad.

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Proving that sailing is not just the husband`s pursuit, this charming narrative of one couple`s first long distance voyage is told from the wife`s perspective. Writing in a lively, humorous way, Sandra Clayton gives an entertaining account of her & husband David`s maiden cruise from the UK, down the Atlantic coast & into the warm waters of the Mediterranean. Conscious that old age or poor health could prevent them from sailing away for much longer, they left the world of work behind to chase their dream of adventure. Conditions are sometimes maddening, occasionally dangerous, but frequently magical. Marine creatures enchant their days while ships that pass in the night add a touch of romance. But the book is far more than just the story of the Claytons` 2000 mile trip. Somewhat unprepared for what faced them on the way, they had to learn from their own mistakes, finding themselves in places & situations where they never expected to be. The book has plenty to offer those who might consider embarking on a similar voyage of their own: learn how the Claytons did it, which route they took, the beautiful locations they visited, who they met along the way, & their good decisions as well as their bad. A great bunkside read, it may inspire others to make a similar break themselves. ...

Dolpo & Mugu, map no. 109, at 1:150, 000 on a double-sided, waterproof & tear-resistant trekking map from the Himalayan Map House in their series covering the whole of northern Nepal. The map covers on one side the area from Jomsom/ Jomosom & Dhaulagiri Himal to Dunai including the eastern part of the Shey Phoksundo National Park, extending on the reverse westwards to include the rest of the park & the area beyond it to Jumla. Highlighted routes include the upper part of the Dhaulagiri trek, Dolpo Trek & the Dolpo Experience Circuit, Juphal (Dunai) to Julma Trek, Kagrara La trek, & the start of the Jumla to Rara Lake Trek. Also highlighted are the relevant sections of the GHT Cultural Trail & the GHT High Route. Contours are at 80m intervals. Each side has a route profile shows the Dolpo & Mugu section of the GHT High Route: between Santa & Bhijer & between Ringmo & Piplan. Cartography in these waterproof editions, first published in 2011, is identical to what Himalayan Map House use in most maps in their other series, published under the Nepa Maps imprint. Contours are at intervals of 80m or 40m (please check individual descriptions), with relief shading plus colouring to show different types of terrain or vegetation. The maps show names of numerous chains, peaks glaciers, valleys, rivers, lakes, etc. Main trekking routes are prominently highlighted, as are selected settlements along them, indicating where tourist accommodation & other services are provided. Also clearly marked are campsites or base camps & various places of interest. The maps also show other local trekking paths, often providing variants or shortcuts to the main routes. The maps are not indexed. Latitude & longitude coordinates are given as margin ticks at 5’ intervals. Unless indicated to the contrary in its individual description, each map also

Includes:: a profile of the main trekking route (s) across its area & provides on the inside cover other relevant information, including stage-by-stage distances & timings. The maps are published on thick, sturdy, waterproof & tear-resistant plastic.* For maps not currently in stock please check availability of corresponding titles in the publishers’ other series under the Nepa Maps imprint. Although printed on paper, most titles are indexed & some are at larger scales and/or include enlargements.

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Dolpo & Mugu, map no. 109, at 1:150, 000 on a double-sided, waterproof & tear-resistant trekking map from the Himalayan Map House in their series covering the whole of northern Nepal. The map covers on one side the area from Jomsom/ Jomosom & Dhaulagiri Himal to Dunai including the eastern part of the Shey Phoksundo National Park, extending on the reverse westwards to include the rest of the park & the area beyond it to Jumla. Highlighted routes include the upper part of the Dhaulagiri trek, Dolpo Trek & the Dolpo Experience Circuit, Juphal (Dunai) to Julma Trek, Kagrara La trek, & the start of the Jumla to Rara Lake Trek. Also highlighted are the relevant sections of the GHT Cultural Trail & the GHT High Route. Contours are at 80m intervals. Each side has a route profile shows the Dolpo & Mugu section of the GHT High Route: between Santa & Bhijer & between Ringmo & Piplan. Cartography in these waterproof editions, first published in 2011, is identical to what Himalayan Map House use in most maps in their other series, published under the Nepa Maps imprint. Contours are at intervals of 80m or 40m (please check individual descriptions), with relief shading plus colouring to show different types of terrain or vegetation. The maps show names of numerous chains, peaks glaciers, valleys, rivers, lakes, etc. Main trekking routes are prominently highlighted, as are selected settlements along them, indicating where tourist accommodation & other services are provided. Also clearly marked are campsites or base camps & various places of interest. The maps also show other local trekking paths, often providing variants or shortcuts to the main routes. The maps are not indexed. Latitude & longitude coordinates are given as margin ticks at 5 ...

Topographic survey of France at 1:25, 000 in IGN`s excellent TOP25 / Série Bleue series. All the maps are GPS compatible, with a 1km UTM grid plus latitude & longitude lines at 5’ intervals. Contours are at 5m intervals except for mountainous areas where the maps have contours at 10m intervals, vividly enhanced by hill shading & graphics for rocky terrain. Colouring with graphics indicates different types of vegetation or land use (deciduous or coniferous forests, moors, orchards, vineyards, etc). PLEASE NOTE: coverage of France at this scale is currently being revised – the format & the presentation of each title are indicated by the letters at the end of its Sheet Reference number (e.g. 0416ET, 3531ETR, 1923SB, etc.)MAPS WITH FULL TOURIST OVERPRINT & AN ENGLISH MAP LEGEND: all TOP25 maps & the SB editions of Série Bleue have an overprint highlighting waymarked walking trails including long-distance GR routes &, where appropriate, ski routes. Symbols indicate campsites, gîtes d’etape, refuges, equestrian centres & other recreational facilities or sites, tourist information centres, cultural heritage, etc. Towns & locations of particular interest are highlighted.- ET or OT = single-sided TOP25 map covering approx. 29x 21 km / 18x 13 miles.- ETR or OTR = waterproof & tear resistant TOP25 map covering the same area as the corresponding ET or OT number, but double-sided, printed on a smaller size sheet with a good overlap between the sides.- SB = Série Bleue map with full tourist overprint; these maps, first introduced in summer 2014, each cover approx. 29x 24km / 18x 15 miles.SÉRIE BLEUE maps with numbers ending in E (Est) or O (Ouest): most editions now indicate the GR routes, but do not show any other tourist information. Map legend is in French only. Each map covers approx. 14x 20km / 9x 12 miles. ...

In 1086, Domesday Book, perhaps the most remarkable historical document in existence, was compiled. This tremendous story of England & its people was made at the behest of the Norman king William the Conqueror. It was called Domesday, the day of judgement, because `like the day of judgement, its decisions are unalterable`. In Search of the Roots of England is not only a study of the ancient manuscript but an attempt to analyse the world that Domesday Book so vividly portrayed. By skilful use of the Domesday record historian Michael Wood examines Norman society & the Anglo-Saxon, Roman, & even the Iron Age cultures that preceded it. ` Wood is a perceptive, entertaining & enthusiastic companion.`
- Sunday Times ` Wood is a lively storyteller.`
- Washington Post

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Topographic survey of France at 1:25, 000 in IGN`s excellent TOP25 / Série Bleue series. All the maps are GPS compatible, with a 1km UTM grid plus latitude & longitude lines at 5’ intervals. Contours are at 5m intervals except for mountainous areas where the maps have contours at 10m intervals, vividly enhanced by hill shading & graphics for rocky terrain. Colouring with graphics indicates different types of vegetation or land use (deciduous or coniferous forests, moors, orchards, vineyards, etc). PLEASE NOTE: coverage of France at this scale is currently being revised – the format & the presentation of each title are indicated by the letters at the end of its Sheet Reference number (e.g. 0416ET, 3531ETR, 1923SB, etc.)MAPS WITH FULL TOURIST OVERPRINT & AN ENGLISH MAP LEGEND: all TOP25 maps & the SB editions of Série Bleue have an overprint highlighting waymarked walking trails including long-distance GR routes &, where appropriate, ski routes. Symbols indicate campsites, gîtes d’etape, refuges, equestrian centres & other recreational facilities or sites, tourist information centres, cultural heritage, etc. Towns & locations of particular interest are highlighted.- ET or OT = single-sided TOP25 map covering approx. 29x 21 km / 18x 13 miles.- ETR or OTR = waterproof & tear resistant TOP25 map covering the same area as the corresponding ET or OT number, but double-sided, printed on a smaller size sheet with a good overlap between the sides.- SB = Série Bleue map with full tourist overprint; these maps, first introduced in summer 2014, each cover approx. 29x 24km / 18x 15 miles.SÉRIE BLEUE maps with numbers ending in E (Est) or O (Ouest): most editions now indicate the GR routes, but do not show any other tourist information. Map legend is in French only. Each map covers approx. 14x 20km / 9x 12 miles. ...

Dominic has decided it is time for a change. So he packs up his hats & his piccolo, & sets off into the unknown. But no sooner does he feel the air on his snout & the grass beneath his paws, than disaster strikes: he encounters the dreaded Doomsday Gang. But Dominic is not one to complain
- & nor is he one to lose a fight. As legend of his victory over the villains spreads, more & more creatures turn to him for help: a 158-year-old turtle, a heartbroken wild boar, & a family of grateful geese all encounter Dominic`s heroism & generosity. But his trials are far from over: the Doomsday Gang is alive & kicking, & how can one young dog face a mob of hooligans alone?
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