Geological map of Icel&, one of the most beautiful maps in our stock, in lovely pastel colours, published by Mál og menning in cooperation with the Icelandic Institute of Natural History. The map presents main features of bedrock geology. Formations are classified by age, type & composition. The map also clearly shows Iceland’s volcanic zones & the distribution of recent eruption sites. Lava fields of the Holocene are shown as pre-historic or historic. Map legend is in Icelandic & English. This new 2014 edition

Includes:: on the reverse 21 colour photos of the country’s most interesting geological sites & features, all accompanied by brief descriptions in Icelandic, English, German & French.

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The Highlands of central Iceland at 1:250, 000 in a series of detailed, contoured road maps of Iceland with cartography based on the country’s topographic survey, supplemented by additional tourist information. Contours are at 50m intervals, enhanced by relief shading with additional graphics & colouring showing different types of terrain & vegetation: glaciers, lava fields, s&, forest & shrubbery, cultivated l&, etc. Boundaries of the national park & other protected areas are marked. Road detail

Includes:: gravel/earth roads, fords over rivers, petrol stations, & intermediate driving distances. A wide range of symbols highlight various types of accommodation including tourist huts & campsites, sport & leisure facilities, places of interest, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 15` & 20` intervals respectively. The maps have no index. Map legend

Includes:: English. To see the other titles in this series please click on the series link.



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Icel&, Greenl&, Northern Norway, & the Faroe Islands lie on the edges of Western Europe, in an area long portrayed by travellers as remote & exotic--its nature harsh, its people reclusive. Since the middle of the eighteenth century, however, this marginalized region has gradually become part of modern Europe, a transformation that is narrated in Karen Oslund`s Iceland Imagined. This cultural & environmental history sweeps across the dramatic North Atlantic landscape, exploring its unusual geography, saga narratives, language, culture, & politics, & analyzing its emergence as a distinctive & symbolic part of Europe. The earliest visions of a wild frontier, filled with dangerous & unpredictable inhabitants, eventually gave way to images of beautiful, well-managed lands, inhabited by simple but virtuous people living close to nature. This transformation was accomplished by state-sponsored natural histories of Iceland which explained that the monsters described in medieval & Renaissance travel accounts did not really exist, & by artists who painted the Icelandic landscapes to reflect their fertile & regulated qualities. Literary scholars & linguists who came to Iceland & Greenland in the nineteenth century related the stories & the languages of the ”wild North” to those of their home countries. Karen Oslund is assistant professor of world history at Towson University in Maryl&. ...

Iceland in the Compact Guide series from Insight is an accessible & handy reference guide, describing main sites & cultural highlights. Each illustrated guide

Includes:: an introductory chapter with a selection of the top ten things to do & gives visitors an insight into history, culture & geography. An extensive

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Iceland in the Insight Guide series is dedicated to exploring the destination in detail with a selection of glossy illustrations. Extensive introductory sections explore the region’s history & culture & there are also short articles written by locals about distinctive local issues. Selective photo-features illustrate the variety of the region. The ‘ Places’ section is organised by geographically & provides details of the area including places to visit, suggestions for tours & other activities. Each regional section has its own listings of the best restaurants, bars & cafes. Essential practical information is provided in the Travel Tips chapter on accommodation, shopping & local activities. A useful location finder & travel tip index with relevant page numbers are given on the inside covers. Overview street plans are also provided for the main cities in the region or country. ...

Iceland at 1:425, 000 on a double-sided indexed road map from ITMB, printed on light waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper, with a large street plan of central Reykjavik. The map divides the country east/west with a very small overlap between the sides. Altitude colouring with spot heights & plenty of names of various geographical features shows Iceland’s topography. Glaciers & national parks or other protected areas are clearly marked. Road network distinguishes between paved, unpaved & gravel road. Locations of petrol stations are marked & intermediate distances are given on main routes & selected secondary or local roads. Symbols highlight local airfields, tourist lodges & emergency huts, campsites, hot springs & geysers, golf courses, fishing & skiing areas, viewpoints, etc. The map is indexed & has a latitude & longitude grid at intervals of 30’. A large panel provides a street plan of central Reykjavik annotated with selected accommodation & various places of interest. Also included are photos with brief descriptions of interesting sites. ...

Road Atlas of Iceland at 1:300, 000 from Mál og menning in a spiral-bound glovebox format, with 35 street plans, several thematic maps, & cartography derived from the company’s outstanding mapping at 1:100, 000. The representation of country’s topography is particularly vivid, with excellent relief shading based on satellite imagery supplemented by contours at 100m intervals plus colouring and/or graphics for different types of terrain & vegetation: heath, grassl&, wetlands, s&, lava, glaciers, etc. The degree of detail

Includes:: even names of individual farms, all listed in a comprehensive index. Road network distinguishes between surfaced or gravel roads & other tracks, indicating ford crossings. Ferry connections & local airfields are also shown. Symbols indicate locations of emergency shelters, tourist huts & shelters, campsites, swimming pools, lighthouses, thermal or hydroelectric power stations, etc. Margin ticks give latitude & longitude at intervals 10’ & 20’ respectively. Map legend

Includes:: English. The atlas provides 35 indexed street plans, indicating one way streets & highlighting various facilities. Reykjavik, spread over 9 pages, is shown on with its outer suburbs plus & enlargement of the city centre. Also included are: a list of museums with a map showing their locations; thematic maps showing campsites, swimming pools, golf courses & interesting bird-watching sites; plus a comprehensive distance table.



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The Manuscript Map of Iceland from Mál og menning with 43 panels providing pictures & brief descriptions of the oldest Icelandic manuscripts, each accompanied by a small map indicating its association with a specific location, whilst a larger map of the whole country is cross-referenced to the individual entries. The accompanying text is in Icelandic, Danish, English & German., The manuscripts have been chosen to illustrate a variety of appearances & subject matter & selected with the collections held in the Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies in Reykjavik, The Arnamagnæan Collection at the University of Copenhagen & at the Royal Library in Stockholm. ...

Beautiful laminated map & guide of Iceland including:- Unique combination of map & guide book- Durable, laminated, easy to use- Easy navigation: each attraction is numbered & marked on the map- Descriptions of 30 of the most interesting places to visit- Useful, practical information: opening days & hours of facilities & tips on transport- Tourist friendly map scales: Iceland (1:615 000), Reykjavik (1:16 000) Akureyri (1:16 000) ...

With this up-to-date, authoritative guide you can experience all the sights & ” Best Of” recommendations for Icel&. You can discover hotels & restaurants, trendy spots, & also pick up tips on what to do on a limited budget, ideas for shopping as well as suggestions for travel with kids & sport & activities. Also contains: Festivals & Events, In a Nutshell, Travel Tips, Links, Blogs, Apps & More, Useful Phrases in Icelandic & a comprehensive index. Iceland is a land full of contrasts, surprises & secrets. In the ancient volcanic landscape you feel you`ve been transported back to the time when the earth was first created. The country`s greatest treasure is its unique natural world, & medieval sagas are part of the national cultural heritage. With Marco Polo Iceland nature lovers can experience a veritable El Dorado. This practical guide book, small enough to slip into your pocket, takes you to thunderous geysers, massive glaciers, fascinating deserts of lava, black beaches, steep cliffs & breathtaking waterfalls. Become an adventurer & set off on a riding or glacier tour. Unwind in hot pots, warm baths. Experience the midnight sun weaving its magic & the beguiling enchantment of the polar lights. Or go shopping in the lively mini-metropolis of Reykjavik. The Insider Tips tell you where it`s good value to camp & where you can go diving between continental plates. The ” Best Of” pages succinctly tell you what`s unique to Icel&, where there are great places for free, where`s nice on rainy days & where you can relax & chill out. On the ” Perfect Tour” you`ll get to know Iceland in all its glory. The tips on what to do on a limited budget in each chapter show how you can experience a great deal with very little money & snap up some real bargains. Get to know the cultural monuments & experience the highlands. Trips & Tours take you to glaciers & geysers, through wasteland & to waterfalls. On water & on l&, on glaciers & on lakes: there are possibilities for outdoor activities everywhere in Icel&. You`ll find the most important suggestions in the Sport & Activities chapter. The Dos & Don`ts advise you know why you should wear swimwear in the shower & why you should not mock the myths. Marco Polo Iceland gives comprehensive coverage of all the islands regions. To help you find your way around there`s a detailed road atlas with street atlas of Reykjavik inside the back cover & additional, removable pull-out map. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide! ...