Visitors to Cuba are enchanted by the music, the cigars & rum but above all they love those iconic classic American cars thundering along the crumbling streets of Havana & over the dusty bumpy roads of the isl&. In the first half of the 20th century Cuba was one of the greatest importers of American cars & by 1955 they numbered over one hundred & fifty five thous&. Kim Buddee`s affectionate tribute to this Jurassic Park of motor vehicles captures the wide range of imports from pre WW2 through the glory days of the 1950s. Away from the motor museums & collectors` Concourses, here these classic vehicles appear warts an` all, strung together with duct tape & wire, hybrid models with odd hood ornaments & hand painted panels, some in motion & some broken down. ...

This is a comprehensive kid`s encyclopedia packed with photos of all modes of transportation, from classic cars & motorbikes to sailboats & spaceships Cars, Trains, Ships & Planes displays exciting vehicles that float, fly or speed across the l&, including the record breakers
- the fastest, largest, longest & costliest modes of transportation ever to zoom, sail or soar. Explore over 1, 000 different vehicles & discover fun facts & figures. This kid`s encyclopedia is the fastest route to learning about the entire history of all modern modes of transportation, from the first wheel to the latest hybrids. Cars, Trains, Ships & Planes is the perfect gift for young transport enthusiasts, who are revved up & ready to read.
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Cars, Trains, & Planes chronicles the history of mechanized transportation in awesome detail, profiling the thousands of machines that have carried people around the world over the last two hundred years. This stunning book offers a lavishly illustrated photographic collection of the world`s most incredible popular vehicles. Including over 2, 500 different machines from the iconic to the unexpected, detailing their specifications & important features. See everything from the first steam engines to the newest high-speed intercity trains; the Model T Ford to the latest hybrid & electric cars; & the Wright Flyer to stealth fighter jets & huge passenger planes. Cars, Trains, & Planes is a celebration of the amazing machines that keep the world on the move. ...

Carshalton & North Wallington in 1910 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. In this title: the map covers the centre of Carshalton, stretching northward to Hackbridge & eastward to north Wallington. Features include railway with Carshalton & Hackbridge stations, All Saints church, Holy Trinity church Wallington, Three Arch Bridge, Wallington Bridge, Wallington Corner, Manor House, River Wandle, Hackbridge Mills, Water Mills, Carshalton House, tramway & depot, The Wrythe, St Andrew's church, watercress beds etc. On the reverse are extracts from a 1903 directory of Carshalton. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25 ...

Carshalton & North Wallington in 1910 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. The map covers the centre of Carshalton, stretching northward to Hackbridge & eastward to north Wallington. Features include railway with Carshalton & Hackbridge stations, All Saints church, Holy Trinity church Wallington, Three Arch Bridge, Wallington Bridge, Wallington Corner, Manor House, River Wandle, Hackbridge Mills, Water Mills, Carshalton House, tramway & depot, The Wrythe, St Andrew`s church, watercress beds etc. On the reverse are extracts from a 1903 directory of Carshalton. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25” OS Series: Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. The plans have been taken from the Ordnance Survey mapping & reprinted at about 15 inches to one mile (1:4, 340). On the reverse most maps have historical notes & many also include extracts from contemporary directories. Most maps cover about one mile (1.6kms) north/south, one & a half miles (2.4kms) across; adjoining sheets can be combined to provide wider coverage.FOR MORE INFORMATION & A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL AVAILABLE TITLES PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK. ...

Carso Triestino e Isontino area in a series of Tabacco maps at 1:25, 000 covering the Dolomites & the mountains of north-eastern Italy
- Stanfords’ most popular coverage for this region, with excellent cartography & extensive overprint for hiking routes & other recreational activities, local bus stops, etc. An inset at 1:12, 500 shows the Val Rosandra area in greater detail, highlighting 18 climbing walls. A list of all the local footpaths indicate those waymarked by the Club Alpino Italiano. To see the list of titles in this series please click on the series link. Maps in the Tabacco 25K series have contours at 25m intervals, shading & graphic relief to provide a vivid picture of the topography. An overprint highlights local footpaths as well as long-distance trails including all the Alte Vie (the Dolomites high level routes), indicating the degree of difficulty, the state of waymarking, & the ”via ferrata” sections. Most titles now also highlight cycling routes & mountain bike trails; some also include ski routes. Six different types of accommodation are marked, from isolated hotels & inns to campsites & refuges, local bus stops, cable car lines & chair lifts, plus places of interest & sport facilities. Unless indicated to the contrary in the individual description, the maps have a 1km UTM grid & the map legend

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Map No. 807, Carson-Iceberg / Emigrant / Mokleumne Wilderness Areas, CA, in an extensive series of GPS compatible, contoured hiking maps of USA’s national & state parks or forests & other popular recreational areas. Cartography based on the national topographic survey, with additional tourist information. The maps, with most titles now printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper, highlight walking trails along with campsites & other accommodation, picnic sites, areas for various recreational pursuits such as horse riding or skiing, drinking water sources, & many other facilities of interest to the outdoor enthusiast. Cartography is based on information from the USGS (United States Geological Survey
- the country’s national survey organization), revised by the National Geographic Maps in cooperation with the National Park Service, USDA Forest Service, etc. Topography is excellently presented by contours (interval varies according to scale), enhanced by relief shading & colouring/graphics for wood cover, glaciers, etc. All heights are given in feet. The maps have a UTM grid plus latitude & longitude margin ticks & GPS waypoints for selected important locations. Each map is double-sided to give either maximum coverage of the chosen area or additional enlargements of its important sections. Accompanying notes provide useful information on relevant regulations, safety precautions, contact addresses, etc.* *IMPORTANT
- PLEASE NOTE: the series is very extensive, ranging in scale from 1:400, 000 for the vast national parks of Alaska to 1:25, 000 for local map in several states. We recommend, therefore, viewing the series by state rather than the whole list.*

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The first book in the magical, epic adventure series from `the Godmother of Fantasy`, Diana Wynne Jones. Now back in print! For centuries, Dalemark has been a land divided by the warring earldoms of the North & South. Now, with the help of the mysterious gods of Dalemark, four extraordinary young people must join forces to reunify their beloved home. When twelve-year-old Moril`s father is murdered by soldiers, Moril inherits his ancient cwidder
- a musical instrument with a mysterious past. As Moril & his siblings embark on a dangerous journey to escape the evil forces around them, he gradually learns how to channel the cwidder`s strange & powerful magic. But is it enough to protect those he loves from the looming threat of war?
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Very clear street map for the city. Every street is named, though many streets simply have numbers instead of names. The individual suburbs are also named. The hills overlooking the Cartagena Bay are shown with contours to give an indication of their height. ...

Bursting with colour, history & fine colonial architecture, Cartagena is the emerald in Colombia`s crown & Spain`s finest legacy in the Americas. Within easy reach of this lively city are sparkling coral islands, tropical beaches, snow capped mountains & the mysterious Ciudad Perdida, high on many a traveller`s list of Latin American adventures. *

Includes:: information on the extraordinarily beautiful islands of San Andres & Providencia * Practicalities section with essential advice on getting there & around. * Highlights map & inspirational colour section, so you know what not to miss. * Reliable listings that you can trust, including where to eat, sleep & relax. * Detailed street maps for Cartagena, Barranquilla, & other key destinations in the region. * Slim enough to fit in your pocket. From the historical towns of Mompos & Santa Marta to trekking through the steamy jungle, Footprint`s updated 3rd edition will help you navigate this vibrant destination.

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