This new paperback edition of Henry D. Thoreau`s compelling account of Cape Cod contains the complete, definitive text of the original. Introduced by American poet & literary critic Robert Pinsky
- himself a resident of Cape Cod
- this volume contains some of Thoreau`s most beautiful writings. In the plants, animals, topography, weather, & people of Cape Cod, Thoreau finds ”another world.” Encounters with the ocean dominate this book, from the fatal shipwreck of the opening chapter to his later reflections on the Pilgrims` landing & reconnaissance. Along the way, Thoreau relates the experiences of fishermen & oystermen, farmers & salvagers, lighthouse-keepers & ship captains, as well as his own intense confrontations with the sea as he travels the land`s outermost margins. Chronicles of exploration, settlement, & survival on the Cape lead Thoreau to reconceive the history of New England
- & to recognize the parochialism of history itself.


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Cape Cod & the Islands presents a collection of stunning photographs of this popular destination. Acclaimed photographer Jake ...

Cape Cod in the Frommer's Day By Day series is a pocket-sized guide ideal for short trips, covering a variety of budgets. The best sights of each destination are listed in convenient full-day tours for one, two or three days such as: thematic tours for interests including art, architecture & history are described, allowing you to get the most out of your time; walking tours take you around each destination ...

Wooden locker cabinet with black & medium honey distressed finish. Drawers dovetail for quality with brass hardware. Open louvered cabinet door with rattan bottom to allow air circulation. Fold-out shelves hold shaving gear or jewelry, prop up mirrors & in general offer much appreciated workspace. A veritable balancing act of the exotic & matter-of-fact. If we do not have this item in stock we will order it for you from our supplier. Delivery generally takes 3 weeks within the UK. For overseas delivery queries please email sales@stanfords.co.uk ...

Map No. 250, Cape Cod National Seashore, MA, 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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Cap Cod in Massachusetts on an indexed street plan from Rand Mc Nally in their extensive range of maps covering cities in the United States. The map provides street plans of three parts of the peninsula: the central part from West Hyannisport extending north-east to Campground Landing; the south-western tip around Falmouth, Woods Hole & Old Silver Beach; plus the northernmost tip with Provincetown. Other communities covered include Barnstable, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Harwich, Hyannis Port, Orleans, Sandwich, Truro & Yarmouth. Also provided is a road map covering the whole of Cape Cod with the adjoining mainland at 1:170, 000 approx, including Martha's Vineyard & Nantucket. Rand Mc Nally street plans provide coverage of cities with their outer suburbs, clearly indicating main traffic arteries: highways (distinguishing between free & toll access), plus primary & secondary routes. Road numbers and/or names are clearly displayed & exit numbers are indicated. Locations of service & rest areas are marked & one way streets are shown. Longer streets are annotated with block numbers for easier identification of addresses. The maps show railway, bus &, where appropriate, metro stations. A range of symbols indicate various places of interest including cultural & academic institutions, various municipal facilities, golf courses, etc. The plans have extensive street indexes, supplemented by lists of points of interest, parks & recreational areas, shopping malls, stations, schools, etc. Descriptions of individual titles indicate if an enlargement of the downtown area or any other additional features are also provided. ...

A model anchor, brass paperweight- the perfect desk accessory. When sailors were gone for months or even years their return was a joyful & festive occasion for family & friends. To announce a safe homecoming a small iron or brass anchor was displayed next to the family cottage entrance. The local priest or pastor often blessed these little anchors during church service before the sailor left for a new & uncertain voyage. If we do not have this item in stock we will order it for you from our supplier. Delivery generally takes 3 weeks within the UK. For overseas delivery queries please email sales@stanfords.co.uk ...

Historical map, based on old Argentinian naval charts, showing positions of numerous shipwrecks in the perilous waters around Tierra del Fuego, the Beagle Channel & around Cape Horn. Beautiful little drawings with names of lost ships indicate the type & size of the vessels: sailing ships, steamboats, modern ships, naval vessels, etc., & mark locations of the wrecks. On land the map shows historical lighthouses, gold mining settlements, gold mines & church missions. The map covers most of the Argentinian part of Tierra del Fuego, south of Cabo Peñas to the Beagle Channel, Isla de los Estados, Isla del Navarino & the small islands stretching southwards to Cape Horn. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 30’ intervals. Map legend is in Spanish only. In the margin is a long list of just some of the ships lost in these waters between 1643 & 1990. ...

This is the story of Bernard & Francoise Moitessier's honeymoon voyage from Europe to the islands of the Pacific & back by way of Cape Horn. Setting out from Tahiti, they took the logical route because it was the fastest, taking them through the Roaring Forties, through the high latitudes of never ceasing gale-force winds & through iceberg territory. Their survival was due to careful preparation, great seamanship & their sense of harmony with their boat, Joshua, & the sea. ...

Cape Peninsula on a double-sided, A2-size map stretching from the northern suburbs of Cape Town, with Robben Island shown as an inset. Relief is very effectively depicted by contours at 20m intervals, hill shading, & spot heights. Within the build-up areas colours distinguish residential districts, industrial zones, open public spaces, shopping districts, etc. Throughout the map an overprint highlights accommodation facilities from hotels to campsites, picnic areas, outdoor recreation centres incl. golf, paragliding & horse riding, beaches with watersport & diving facilities, bird watching areas, vineyards, view points, & other places of interest. Hiking paths are clearly marked. The map shows no geographical coordinates, but has an index listing all the major attractions & various facilities. ...