Oberstdorf – Kleinwalsertal area of the German Alps at 1:35, 000 from Kümmerly+ Frey in a series GPS compatible, double-sided maps printed on durable, waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper; contoured, with hiking & cycle routes, other recreational activities, etc. Maps in this series are at a scale of either 1:50, 000 or 1:35, 000. Contour interval varies from 10m to 40m according to the area &, where appropriate, the maps have finely drawn additional graphic relief to provide an excellent representation of the terrain, with plenty of names of peaks, valleys, etc, national parks or other protected areas, plus colouring/graphics indicating different types of vegetation. An overprint, graded according to the difficulty of the route, highlights hiking trails indicating their waymarking. Also marked are local & long-distance cycle routes, plus a selection of mountain-bike trails, cross-country & alpine ski routes & horse-riding paths. A wide range of symbols indicate locations for other outdoor activities: climbing, paragliding, toboggan runs, sailing or surfing, etc. Also marked are various sport facilities, different types of accommodations including alpine huts, campsites, youth hostels, sites of botanical or cultural interest, etc. For access the maps show local bus stops, car parks/park+ride facilities, roads with entry restrictions, etc. The maps have a 1km UTM grid. Map legend

Includes:: English. Each title also provides a road map of the region around the area covered by it. To see the complete list of titles in this series please click on the series link.

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The best rides in the freeride hot spots of the Alps – this is the simple formula of the Freeride Maps. The first map available to freeriders is making the locals freeride knowledge available to a broad public. All ridable slopes, drops & couloirs are marked as freeride corridors in different colours for three difficulty ratings: blue for technically easy terrain, yellow requires advanced to very advanced ability & red is extremely difficult terrain that is partially exposed & therefore reserved to crack riders. Short ascents are marked with red lines. The Freeride Maps are based on topographic maps 1:25, 000. They contain all essential information about the terrain that is necessary for planning & going freeriding. The maps are printed on water resistant & indestructible paper. On the back side, the maps include all relevant planning, safety & rescue information. ...

Oberstdorf
- Kleinwalsertal area in a detailed, GPS compatible map at 1:50, 000 from Kompass with local & long-distance footpaths,
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Oberviechtach in a series of GPS compatible recreational editions of the Bavarian topographic survey at 1:25, 000, with waymarked hiking trails & cycling routes, campsites & youth hostels, etc. Coverage

Includes:: Schönsee, Treffelstein, Tiefenbach, Winklarn, Teunz, Dieterskirchen. Contours used in this map vary between 5 to 20m according to the terrain, with 20m interval predominantly used for hilly areas. Varied colouring show different types of landscape: woods, vineyards, fields etc. Maps in this series feature extensive overprint highlighting local & long-distance footpaths & cycle routes, including King Ludwig Way or different variants of the Way of St James, indicating their waymarking. Symbols highlight different types of accommodation (campsites, youth hostels, refuges, etc), sport & recreational facilities, various places of interest, etc. The maps have a 1-km UTM grid. Map legend & all the text are in German only. To see other titles in this series please click on the series link.

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Swiss topographic survey at 1:100, 000 from Swisstopo, highly regarded for it superb use of graphic relief & hill shading, ...

Ilya Ilyich Oblomov is a member of Russia`s dying aristocracy a man so lazy that he has given up his job in the Civil Service, neglected his books, insulted his friends & found himself in debt. Too apathetic to do anything about his problems, he lives in a grubby, crumbling apartment, waited on by Zakhar, his equally idle servant. Terrified by the bustle & activity necessary to participate in the real world, Oblomov manages to avoid work, postpone change & finally risks losing the love of his life. Written with sympathetic humour & compassion, Oblomov made Goncharov famous throughout Russia on its publication in 1859, as readers saw in this story of a man whose defining characteristic is indolence, the portrait of an entire class in decline. ...

The Observer's Year is likely to become a classic for years to come. It will not date & will appeal to amateur astronomers almost regardless of their experience. There are 365 nights in every year (366 in a leap year!) & from the amateur astronomer's point of view, no two are alike. That is why Patrick Moore has written this unique book to highlight special objects of interest on every night of the year. He talks about the history of the constellations, double stars, nebulae, the moon, planets, even the asteroids. Beginning January 1st, he works through the year night by night... ...

How can you find new minor planets, comets & novae? How can you use photoelectric detectors to derive the temperatures of stars? & how can you predict future eclipses & occultations of stars by minor planets? The questions asked by serious amateur astronomers are answered in this authoritative & wide-ranging guide. For each topic, sound practical methods of observation & the scientific background are given to lead you to better observations. Guidelines also show you how to record & catalogue your observations using the recognised professional terminology & classification schemes. From the simplest pencil drawings of the moon to observations of the most distant galaxies with state-of-the-art CCD cameras & photoelectric photometers, this guide is packed with practical tips for all types of amateur observations. It will develop the observational skills of the keen novice & satisfy the more demanding needs of the experienced amateur astronomer. ...

The Observer`s Guide to Astronomy (Vol.2) is a guide to practical astronomy for all types of observer, from the novice to the experienced amateur. This volume covers aurorae, meteors, double & variable stars, deep sky phenomenon, & more advanced practical techniques such as the use of plate comparators, astrometry, spectroscopy, photometry, etc. Previously published in France in 1987 as Astronomie, le Guide de l` Observateur. ...

When can you see fireballs & who should you contact if you spot one? When is it best to hunt for comets & meteors & whereabouts? How do you gauge the size of the coma in the head of a comet & estimate its degree of condensation? Clear & easy to use, this guide shows you how to make successful & valuable observations & records of comets, asteroids, meteors & the zodiacal light. For each topic the historical background & current scientific understanding support a wealth of observational techniques. Comet observers are shown techniques for search & discovery. They can learn how to make visual estimates of brightness & size, & how to make photographic studies of cometary heads & tails. Asteroid hunters will find a 'life list' of quarry & guidelines on how to search for these objects & then how to photograph or electronically image them. Fruitful photographic & electronic methods for studying meteors & meteor showers are provided. Visual & photographic techniques show you how to examine the often elusive zodiacal light. ...