Great Maps is a beautifully illustrated book which takes a close look at the history of maps, from medieval mappae mundi to Google Earth, presenting more than 60 of the most significant examples from around the world. A reproduction of each map is accompanied a “ Visual Tour” showing enlargements of its particularly interesting features & an informative description of its history Why do we put north at the top of maps? Which maps show us the way to Heaven, & which show the ”land of no sunshine” or the land of ”people with no bowels”? In Great Maps, author & historian Jerry Brotton tells the hidden story behind his selected examples, picking out key features, stories, & techniques in rich visual detail to reveal the inner meaning buried within the landscape. Maps are not just geographical data, they reflect a particular ideological, historical, or cultural context. Providing a unique insight into how mapmakers have used maps to shape & depict their world view, this beautifully illustrated book traces the changes in human development & culture through its maps. From the earliest rock carvings to the latest geospatial technology, from ancient medieval mappae mundi to the first road atlas, Great Maps explores in stunning photographic detail how maps have influenced & reflected our world throughout history. ...

From the movement of homo erectus out of Africa one million years ago to the Aboriginal settlement of Australia around 50, 000 BC; & from the barbarian invasions of early medieval Europe to the diaspora of African slaves in the early modern period, the migration of peoples has been a critical motor of change throughout human history. The Wanderers brings together 50 epic accounts of the mass movement of peoples. Each account not only describes the migration itself, but also examines in detail its causes, & its short- & long-term consequences. The Wanderers tells a multiplicity of stories
- of the discovery of new worlds, of flight from persecution, of nation-building, of colonization, & of human courage & resourcefulness. Most of all, it tells the enthralling & multifaceted story of the human race itself. Migrations covered include: The long walk out of Eden: the spread of early humans The medieval German ' Drive to the East' The first Americans The Spanish in the New World The Phoenicians & the foundation of Carthage The Portuguese in Brazil The Celtic migrations The Plantations in Ireland The Greek colonisation of the Mediterranean The English in the New World The Jewish Diaspora Slave migrants: the African Diaspora The Huns & the Age of Migrations Irish migrants in the 19th century The Vandals Italian migration to America The Anglo-Saxon migrations Goldrush to California The Arab expansion Back to Israel The Viking Atlantic saga The forgotten aftermath of WWII The Turks: from central Asia to Constantinople Migrations in the age of globalisation
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This first book in the new series Unfolding History features amazing aerial photographs of 29 of the world's greatest ancient sites, from Angkor to Ur. A spectacular fold-out photograph of each site enables the reader to see the monument in thrilling detail, while accompanying text provides information on the site's history & construction. This is the perfect giftbook for anyone interested in, or wanting to learn more, about the legacies of the world's great civilizations. ...

There's something about motorcycles, & the lure of freedom & the open road that they promise. If you've ever wanted to take a motorcycling holiday, you've been before & are looking for new ideas for places to go, or you just want to do something completely different, then this book will inspire you. With routes taking in the very best of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand & the Americas, there really is something for everyone. Accompanied by stunning photography, the journeys described here are perfect for everyone, whatever their level of expertise on the bike. Each route features a tool box telling you when to visit, other routes in the region to extend the ride, & exactly what options are available to you in terms of your motorcycle
- whether you can take your own bike into the country, make arrangements to hire machines there, or book a bike-inclusive tour. A map also illustrates the route & the points of interest on the way. Featuring awe-inspiring journeys from the snowy passes of Patagonia to Australia's Red Centre, Great Motorcycling Journeys of the World is the perfect inspiration for your next big motorcycling adventure.
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There`s something about motorcycles, & the lure of freedom & the oepn road that they promise. If you`ve ever wanted to take a motorcycling holiday, you`ve been before & are looking for new ideas for places to go, or you just want to do something completely different, then this book will inspire you. With routes taking in the very best of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand & the Americas, there really is something for everyone. Accompanied by stunning photography, the journeys described here are perfect for everyone, whatever their level of expertise on the bike. Each route features a tool box telling you when to visit, other routes in the region to extend the ride, & exactly what options are available to you in terms of your motorcycle
- whether you can take your own bike into the country, make arrangements to hire machines there, or book a bike-inclusive tour. A map also illustrates the route & the points of interest on the way. Featuring awe-inspiring journeys from the snowy passes of Patagonia to Australia`s Red Centre, Great Motorcycling Journeys of the World is the perfect inspiration for your next big motorcycling adventure.
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`I was wrong, ` said Captain Flint. ` He`s not mad but bad. It isn`t only eggs he wants. He wants to take the credit for it. You`re quite right. It`s up to us, it`s up to the ship, to see he doesn`t.` Dick`s birdwatching discovery turns the cruise of the Sea Bear into a desperate chase. Not only do the Swallows & Amazons have to prove the facts of the case but they also have to dodge the savage natives & evade the ruthless pursuit of a fanatic egg-collector, determined to kill a pair of rare birds & steal the credit. Fortunately, Nancy has a few plans. ...

Flat on his front, binoculars to his eyes, alone at dusk, Dick makes a remarkable discovery: two rare birds, never before seen in the British Isles. Captain Flint & his crew decide to consult an expert to confirm the discovery. But when the man they ask turns out to have his collector`s eye on the birds` eggs, not to mention skins, an enjoyable voyage around the Outer Hebrides becomes a desperate race to save the birds, & themselves... ...

Australia’s Great Ocean Road on a double-sided map from UBD Gregory’s combining a touring map of the south-western part of Victoria with descriptions of best sights & street plans of towns along the route of the Great Ocean Road. Half of one side of the map is taken by touring map of south-western Victoria at 1:500, 000, extending from Melbourne to Mount Gambier in South Australia, & inland beyond Ararat. The map shows the region’s road network from the main highways to selected small local roads & tracks, prominently highlighting the course of the Great Ocean Road between Geelong & Warrnambool. National parks & other protected areas are clearly marked. The map has no geographical coordinates. Accompanying index lists “touring attractions”. Additional panels next to the main map & on the reverse provide street plans covering local towns, highlighting selected sights & facilities in central Geelong (with a street index), plus in Portl&, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Camperdown, Colac, Warrnambool, Anglesea, Torquay, Port, Fairy, Apollo Bay & Lorne. To see other titles in this series of touring maps from UBD Gregory’s please click on the series link. ...

Australia’s Great Ocean Road on a double-sided map from UBD Gregory’s combining a touring map of the south-western part of Victoria with descriptions of best sights & street plans of towns along the route of the Great Ocean Road. Half of one side of the map is taken by touring map of south-western Victoria at 1:500, 000, extending from Melbourne to Mount Gambier in South Australia, & inland beyond Ararat. The map shows the region’s road network from the main highways to selected small local roads & tracks, prominently highlighting the course of the Great Ocean Road between Geelong & Warrnambool. National parks & other protected areas are clearly marked. The map has no geographical coordinates. Accompanying index lists “touring attractions”. Additional panels next to the main map & on the reverse provide street plans covering local towns, highlighting selected sights & facilities in central Geelong (with a street index), plus in Portl&, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Camperdown, Colac, Warrnambool, Anglesea, Torquay, Port, Fairy, Apollo Bay & Lorne. To see other titles in this series of touring maps from UBD Gregory’s please click on the series link. ...

Do you long for adventure without being quite sure how to find it? Do you want to sleep under the stars & experience the wonders of the natural world? In Great Outdoor Adventures, Bear Grylls, one of the most intrepid survival adventurers of our day, shares his years of experience of the world ...