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Libya in the Culture Smart range of pocket-sized guide books; providing detailed information on local customs, culture, etiquette & manners & ensuring that visitors are prepared for a diverse range of social environments. The series covers an extensive number of countries worldwide & are designed both for those working & living abroad, as well as for visitors who do not want to offend, either intentionally or inadvertently. Their aim is to prevent readers from making embarrassing mistakes & feel confident in unfamiliar situations, while preparing them before arrival on what to expect & how to behave. Each guide is arranged thematically, with dedicated individual chapters on land & people, values & attitudes, customs & traditions, making friends, people at home, ‘time-out’, travelling & communicating. There is also a separate chapter for business travelers, with important information on subjects such as business culture, meetings & making appointments. A Further Reading section also offers a list of recommended other history, travel literature & language titles available on the country. ...

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Since a bloodless coup in 1969, Libya has become synonymous with Mu'ammar al-Qaddafi, the charismatic leader Nelson Mandela dubbed one of the revolutionary icons of our time. However, falling prey to empire-builders from the ancient Greeks to Mussolini's Italy, Libya was embroiled in controversy long before his meteoric rise to power. Skillfully navigating the nation's history, Ronald Bruce St John explores Libya's struggle to establish its political & economic identity. From the infamous Lockerbie bombing to Qaddafi's astonishing return to the international stage, this is a thoughtful & engrossing introduction to this turbulent land on the cusp of Africa & the Middle East. ...

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Skilfully navigating Libya`s eventful past, this fully updated edition of Ronald Bruce St John`s authoritative work

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Libya Geographical Edition Wall Map at 1:1.750, 000 from Gizi Map, size 97 x 87cm (38” x 34” approx), with bold altitude colouring to show its topography, oil & gas wells & pipelines, water aqueducts, ancients sites & other places of interest, etc. Names of larger towns & selected smaller locations, as well as of many topographic features are also shown in Arabic. The map provides a very fine presentation of the country’s geography through bold altitude colouring & graphics for sandy or stone deserts, swamps, salt flats, oasis, & water wells, plus numerous spot heights & plenty of names of mountain ranges, wadis, etc. Road network shows desert tracks & gives distances on main routes. Railway lines are included & domestic airports/aerodromes are marked. The map also shows oil or gas wells & pipelines, water aqueducts & boundaries of administrative provinces. Symbols indicate locations with campsites or youth hostels, various places of interest including archaeological sites & natural curiosities, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1° intervals. The index is next to the map. Map legend

Includes:: English & Arabic. Also provided is a distance table.PLEASE NOTE: this wall map is also available in a road edition with altitude colouring replaced by relief shading to make the road network stand out better from the background – all other information is the same. Both versions are also available folded.

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Libya at 1:1, 750, 000 on an indexed map from Gizi Map with bold altitude colouring to show its physical geography, oil & gas wells & pipelines, water aqueducts, ancients sites & other places of interest, etc. Names of larger towns & selected smaller locations, as well as of many topographic features are also shown in Arabic. The map provides a very fine presentation of the country’s geography through bold altitude colouring & graphics for sandy or stone deserts, swamps, salt flats, oasis, & water wells, plus numerous spot heights & plenty of names of mountain ranges, wadis, etc. Road network shows desert tracks & gives distances on main routes. Railway lines are included & domestic airports/aerodromes are marked. The map also shows oil or gas wells & pipelines, water aqueducts & boundaries of administrative provinces. Symbols indicate locations with campsites or youth hostels, various places of interest including archaeological sites & natural curiosities, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1° intervals. The index is next to the map. Map legend

Includes:: English & Arabic. Also provided is a distance table.PLEASE NOTE: this map is also available in a road edition with altitude colouring replaced by relief shading to make the road network stand out better from the background – all other information is the same. Both versions are also published as wall maps.

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Indexed, waterproof & tear-resistant road map of Libya with topographic & tourist information, published by Reise Know-How as part of their highly acclaimed World Mapping Project. The map is double-sided to provide the best balance between a good scale & a convenient size sheet. Road & rail networks are easy to see on a clear base which shows the area’s topography by altitude colouring with contours, spot heights, mountain passes, & names of mountain ranges. The map also shows deserts, salt lakes & seasonal rivers. Internal administrative boundaries are shown with names of the provinces. Names of main towns are also given in Arabic script. Road network

Includes:: unsurfaced roads & seasonal tracks & indicates locations of fuel supplies. A wide range of symbols highlight various places of interest, including national parks & protected areas, oasis & water wells, UNESCO world heritage sites, archaeological remains, campsites, caves, beaches, etc. Oil wells & pipelines are also marked, as well as the course of the “ Great-Man-Made-River” project. The map has a latitude & longitude grid at intervals of 1° & an index of place names. Map legend

Includes:: English.

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Libya Road Edition Wall Map at 1:1.750, 000 from Gizi Map, size 97 x 87cm (38” x 34” approx), with very fine presentation of its physical geography, oil & gas wells & pipelines, water aqueducts, ancients sites & other places of interest, etc. Names of larger towns & selected smaller locations, as well as of many topographic features are also shown in Arabic. The map provides a very fine presentation of the country’s geography through bold altitude colouring & graphics for sandy or stone deserts, swamps, salt flats, oasis, & water wells, plus numerous spot heights & plenty of names of mountain ranges, wadis, etc. Road network shows desert tracks & gives distances on main routes. Railway lines are included & domestic airports/aerodromes are marked. The map also shows oil or gas wells & pipelines, water aqueducts & boundaries of administrative provinces. Symbols indicate locations with campsites or youth hostels, various places of interest including archaeological sites & natural curiosities, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1° intervals. The index is next to the map. Map legend

Includes:: English & Arabic. Also provided is a distance table.PLEASE NOTE: this map is also available in a geographical edition with bold altitude colouring replacing relief shading – all other information is the same. Both versions are also available folded.

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Libya at 1:1, 750, 000 on an indexed road map from Gizi Map with exceptionally fine & detailed presentation of its physical geography, oil & gas wells & pipelines, water aqueducts, ancients sites & other places of interest, etc. Names of larger towns & selected smaller locations, as well as of many topographic features are also shown in Arabic. The map provides a very fine presentation of the country’s geography through relief shading & graphics for sandy or stone deserts, swamps, salt flats, oasis, & water wells, plus numerous spot heights & plenty of names of mountain ranges, wadis, etc. Road network shows desert tracks & gives distances on main routes. Railway lines are included & domestic airports/aerodromes are marked. The map also shows oil or gas wells & pipelines, water aqueducts & boundaries of administrative provinces. Symbols indicate locations with campsites or youth hostels, various places of interest including archaeological sites & natural curiosities, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1° intervals. The index is next to the map. Map legend

Includes:: English & Arabic. Also provided is a distance table.PLEASE NOTE: this map is also available in a geographical edition with bold altitude colouring instead of relief shading – all other information is the same. Both versions are also published as wall maps.

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Since Qaddafi`s ousting in 2011, Libya has been beset by instability & conflict. To understand the tumultuous state of the country today, one must look to its past. With great clarity & precision, renowned regional expert Ronald Bruce St John examines Libya`s long struggle to establish its political & economic identity amidst the interference of external actors keen to exploit the country`s strategic importance. This authoritative history spans the time of the early Phoenician & Greek settlements, colonization by Mussolini`s Italy, Qaddafi`s four decades of rule &, in this updated edition, the internal rivalries that have dominated the country in the aftermath of the Arab Spring. Essential reading for those seeking a greater understanding of this complex North African state, Libya: From Colony to Revolution is an insightful history, rich in detail & analysis. ...

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” Libyan Sands” is unmistakably the work of an Englishman, a modest, machine- & desert-loving young officer whose passionate amateur enthusiasm led to the exploration of the Egyptian western desert & the Libyan Sahara on the eve of the second world war. ...

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Libya Pocket Guide

Libya in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions and countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights and attractions, food and drink, accommodation and local culture of the destination in detail.Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors and a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region and city and is written in prose form with references to individual sites
highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where and when to eat.Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife and shopping, are also provided and tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance and helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings and relevant contact details.

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Libya in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details.

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.

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