Edited by Joseph O` Connor (author of ” Star of the Sea” & ” Ghost Light”), ” New Irish Short Stories” is a stunning collection ...

In ‘ The New Italians’, journalist Charles Richards paints a compelling group portrait of the country & people, spanning football to Freemansonry, kickbacks to kidnappings. Italy has seduced generations with its sunshine, landscapes, art treasures & the warmth & vitality of its people, devoted to style, sensuality & the pleasures of life. The reality is less rosy. Italy is as exasperating as it is enchanting. Appalling public services, a rotten political class, the creeping tentacles of the Mafia, the all-forgiving Mother Church & infinitely indulgent ‘mamma’ have long prevented Italians facing up to their collective failings. Richards concludes that however much things change, the Italians will remain essentially the same, & pull through with their customary ‘brio’. ...

New Jersey on a laminated & waterproof Easy-to-Fold map from Rand Mc Nally, the country’s leading publisher of road maps & street plans. For clarity of road information Rand Mc Nally state maps present the road network on a plain background, with no or little topographic detail. Driving distances are indicated on all principal highways & on many local routes. National or state parks & other protected areas, Indian Reservations & restricted entry military zones are highlighted & symbols indicate campsites, rest areas, various places of interest, etc. Each map shows local administrative boundaries with names of the counties, is indexed & gives geographical coordinates as margin ticks usually at 1° intervals. Rand Mc Nally state maps are available in two formats: double-sided Easy-to-Read maps with numerous enlargements for cities and/or most visited areas, & laminated Easy-to-Fold maps in a more handy format but with smaller print. TO SEE THE LIST OF RAND Mc NALLY STATE MAPS PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK. ...

New Jersey Easy-to-Read map from Rand Mc Nally, US leading publisher of road maps & street plans, in their extensive series of state maps. Additional panels provide enlargements for Newark
- Jersey City & Vicinity, Long Brach, Camden
- Philadelphia PA & Vicinity, Vineland
- Millville, Cape May, Atlantic City & Trenton
- Princeton. For clarity of road information Rand Mc Nally state maps present the road network on a plain background, with no or little topographic detail. Driving distances are indicated on all principal highways & on many local routes. National or state parks & other protected areas, Indian Reservations & restricted entry military zones are highlighted & symbols indicate campsites, rest areas, various places of interest, etc. Each map shows local administrative boundaries with names of the counties, is indexed & gives geographical coordinates as margin ticks usually at 1° intervals. Rand Mc Nally state maps are available in two formats: double-sided Easy-to-Read maps with numerous enlargements for cities and/or most visited areas, & laminated Easy-to-Fold maps in a more handy format but with smaller print. TO SEE THE LIST OF RAND Mc NALLY STATE MAPS PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK.



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New Jersey Recreational Atlas & Gazetteer at 1:80, 000 approx. in a series of large format paperback state atlases from De Lorme, with detailed, contoured, GPS compatible topographic mapping. The atlas

Includes:: indexed street plans of Newark & vicinity (incl. Newark Liberty International Airport & Jersey City), Atlantic City, Camden & Trenton. Recreational information

Includes:: historic sites, unique natural features, scenic drives, golf courses, paddling sites, hiking/biking/horse riding/cross-country ski trails. Tables are also provided listing facilities in recreational areas, wildlife viewing sites, campgrounds, Atlantic City casinos, plus hunting & fishing sites with lists of species. Each title in this De Lorme series covers one state & presents it at a scale much more detailed than used on most state road maps. Particularly popular areas are often also presented on enlargements. The maps are contoured, show variation of terrain (deserts, glaciers, wetlands, woodlands, etc) & have latitude & longitude and/or UTM grid lines for GPS use. Various types of protected areas are distinguished by the colouring of their boundaries, e.g. national or state parks, forests, etc. Also marked are Indian Reservations & restricted entry military zones. Road network is shown in much more detail than on other state mapping, with local roads, unsurfaced back roads & tracks, forest trails, etc. Where appropriate, old historical routes are marked. Railway lines & local airports or landing strips are included & the maps also indicate administrative boundaries. Symbols highlight various recreational areas & facilities such as campgrounds, unique natural features, etc. Each title contains extensive lists of outdoor adventure sites (grouped into activities such as hiking, biking, paddling, fishing, skiing, etc.), diverse family outing sites, campgrounds, & tables showing what facilities can be found in the state’s recreational areas. Each atlas also has an index of localities. To see the list of titles in this series please click on the series link.



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A personal view of the natural world Life Stories 2 is the second installment of Sir David`s look back at the wildlife that has captured his imagination & enthusiasm over his distinguished career. It is a fascinating trip around the world in search of extraordinary plants, animals & people, in the company of this wonderful communicator. Sir David shares his thoughts on a whole range of topics, from animals like the Kiwi, the Cuckoo & the Chameleon, to flora like Charnia & the canopy, & even other famous British naturalists, like the evolutionary biologist Alfred Russel Wallace. The real magic of the book though, is Sir David`s interaction with the natural world. The excitement of lying in wait to catch a glimpse of a Kiwi, or the unexpected childhood discovery of Charnia in the most unlikely place. In Life Stories 2, readers will be able to enjoy all the enthusiasm & wonder about the natural world that Sir David has so uniquely conveyed throughout his remarkable career. Chapters: Canopy, Kiwi, Charnia, Foreign Fare, Cicada, Earthworms, Alfred Russel Wallace, Hummers, Identities, Rats, Monsters, Butterflies, Cuckoo, Quetzalcoatlus, Chameleon, Nectar, Waterton, Fireflies, Elsa, Chimps. ...

Following the tremendous success of Merrell's New London Architecture, this book presents an entirely new selection of the most exciting building projects of the twenty-first century in London. The architectural renaissance of Britain's capital continues in the new millennium with the design & construction of ever more striking & imaginative buildings of all types to serve the needs of the city's population. Projects range in size & budget from such landmark structures as Wembley Stadium & the forthcoming ' Shard of Glass' (London Bridge Tower) to such cultural projects as the Young Vic theatre & Britain's first architecture gallery, near Tate Modern; from offices, schools & hospitals to shops, hotels & private houses. With stunning photographs, drawings & renderings accompanying critical texts, this book offers a compelling portrait of a city eager to embrace the best of the new. New London Architecture profiles over 110 new architectural projects, both large & small providing an essential reference for anyone interested in the changing urban landscape of one of the world's most vibrant cities. ...

” New London Style” takes a fresh look into the private dwellings of the most exciting young creative talents in the city, from the music, fashion, design & art worlds. This exciting aesthetic takes many forms, but above all it expresses a creative sensibility against the backdrop of the ever-changing environment of one of the worlds most exciting cities. The 28 houses in the book are loosely arranged by location, in the grooviest, on-the-edge neighbourhoods from Whitechapel to Notting Hill, Camberwell to Clerkenwell & reflect the cosmopolitan melting pot that influences the city`s design trends. Whether in a mews house, derelict pub, or even a church, this new wave of lively Londoners is injecting funkiness & bright ideas into a range of highly individualistic & inspirational interiors. ...

New Mexico`s history is as varied & intriguing as its magnificent landscapes. Archaeological evidence shows that the area was the site of a prehistoric civilization that may have been the oldest in North America. In later times, three cultures
- Native Americans, Spanish, & Anglo
- coexisted there. Throughout New Mexico`s territorial period, desperados & cattle rustling led to colorful tales of conflict. Many artists have been lured to cities such as Santa Fe, inspired by the region`s Native New Mexico`s history is as varied & intriguing as its magnificent landscapes. Archaeological evidence shows that the area was the site of a prehistoric civilization that may have been the oldest in North America. In later times, three cultures-Native American, Spanish, & Anglo-coexisted there. Throughout New Mexico`s territorial period, desperados & cattle rustling led to colourful tales of conflict. Many artists have been lured to cities such as Santa Fe, inspired by the region`s Native American & Spanish heritages & the Anglo influence on them. The state`s natural beauty & rich cultural life, from Carlsbad Caverns National Park to the historic pueblos of Taos, continue to draw visitors to this day. Complemented by over 50 illustrations, photographs, & maps, this history of New Mexico is a concise yet comprehensive chronicle of the state, from the prehistoric days of the Paleo-Indians to the present. Travelers, students, & generally interested readers will find it an ideal resource.

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We are excited about this route as it presents riders with a true “ Backcountry” experience with little interaction with the public, & showcases the beauty of New Mexico’s diverse & distinctive landscapes. Experience challenging riding on remote backcountry roads covering 1, 200 miles through the beautiful state of New Mexico. You’ll encounter scenic terrain including high-elevation forests, mountains, deserts & canyons, as well as the unique culture & history of New Mexico’s rural towns, native reservations, historic locations & more. ...