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Paper - A thin sheet mainly used for writing. Available in a variety of colours. Made mainly from wood pulp.

New York - A United States State. Commonly known as the Big Apple

Waterproof - Resistant to water, usualy specified by depth in metres

Sugar - A sweet substance, white in colour.

Size - is the measurement of how big an object is in space.

Network - A link and communication between things. Often computers or people.

Road - a manmade lane or a path that is used to speed up travel.

Resistant - Something that can repel against something.

Pocket - A bag shaped insert in clothing used to carry items

Sturdy - something hat is very stable and is solidly built.

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.