Spectacular collection of photographs, showing this beautiful coastal region at its most extraordinary & unspoilt best. Historic seaside towns, small quintessential villages & dramatic coastline, these capivating images will delight both tourists to the area & proud locals. Extending for over 80 miles from Lyme Regis in the west to Bournemouth in the east the beautiful Dorset coastline is unparalleled anywhere in Britain for its vast diversification, dotted with small quintessential villages & larger traditional seaside resorts, while inland are a myriad of ancient monuments, & historic relics. Foremost rural with a scattering of villages, Close to the Hampshire border in the east the larger conurbation of Bournemouth is in complete contrast to the tiny coastal settlements of Fleet, Burton Bradstock, Seatown & Eype. Offering an intimate view of the magnificent coast of Dorset, the book unfolds many delights en route. The journey begins at the famous Cobb, Lyme Regis, a town well documented for discoveries of Ichthyosaur & Plesiosaur skeletons by Mary Anning in the early part of the 19th century. Continuing east the highest point on the entire south coast is soon reached at Golden Cap, its trig point revealing a modest height of 626ft above sea level. Tiny fishing villages are a delight & after passing the spectacular shingle spit of Chesil Beach we enter the principle setting of the novels of Thomas Hardy, the author who was born near Dorchester. Beyond the Isle of Portland & Weymouth the coast path reverts to secluded isolation & takes in the geological wonders of Durdle Door & Lulworth Cove. As we continue further east the book reveals the story behind the now deserted village of Tyneham, its residents giving up their homes at the end of the war, destined never to return. " The Isle of Purbeck" reveals many wonders, including oil exploration around Kimmeridge Bay & the restored Swanage Light Railway, rekindling the halcyon days of steam. A walk from Studland skirts Poole Harbour, one of several which lay claim to the title of the worlds largest, or second largest natural harbour, before crossing by ferry to Sandbanks, home to many famous celebrities. The final leg of the journey concludes in the bustling seaside resort of Bournemouth. ...

Part of the Discovering series, this title take you on a journey of discovery through history to find out who the Vikings were, where & how they lived, fought & died, & how they ventured forth on amazing voyages of exploration & colonisation. ...

Here are 20 of the most interesting & liveliest gardens in Wales; some unknown to the gardening world, some familiar, & all specially photographed by award-winning photographer Charles Hawes. This is a chance to see what is happening in Welsh gardens today, be they large or small, contemporary town gardens or delightfully old-fashioned country gardens; to see how they relate, now & in the past, to the rugged landscapes that surround them, & to see what personalities & ambitions have created them. ...

Climb aboard for a fantastic 3D journey of discovery into space. Learn the secrets of the universe
- see comet tails forming,
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Born Survivor follows British mountaineer & adventurer Bear Grylls into some of the world's most inhospitable places. Bear reveals the fundamental survival skills needs to survive & get out alive as he attempts to find his way back to civilisation! On his adventures Bear tackles minus 40 degrees temperatures, frozen lakes, ice formations, & a frozen bog. Approx run time is 270 minutes. ...

This book provides everything you'll ever need in a guidebook. It is an inspiring background read, an invaluable on-the-spot companion & a superb souvenir of your visit. Insight Guides are renowned for their great pictures, which vividly convey a sense of every day life. Expert writers bring to life Bahama's history, culture, arts, politics &, above all, its people. From Nassau to Cat Island & from the Grand Bahama to Bimini, it's all here. All sites are clearly highlighted & numbered in relation to the text. All the travel details, hotels, restaurants & phone numbers you'll need. ...

This book provides everything you'll ever need in a guidebook. It is an inspiring background read, an invaluable on-the-spot companion & a superb souvenir of your visit. Insight Guides are renowned for their great pictures, which vividly convey a sense of every day life. Expert writers bring to life Bermuda's history, culture, arts, politics &, above all, its people. From the historic squares of St George's to the shopping streets of Hamilton, from the breathtaking Crystal Caves to the glorious coastline of the South Shore, it's all here. All sites are clearly highlighted & numbered in relation to the text. All the travel details, hotels, restaurants & phone numbers you'll need. ...

This is the guide that answers the questions you'd ask a friend who lived in Budapest. Which places are really worth seeing? What excursions shouldn't be missed? Where are the great places tourists haven't yet discovered? Written by a local host, it is based on an intimate knowledge of the city. ...

This book provides everything you'll ever need in a guidebook. It is an inspiring background read, an invaluable on-the-spot companion & a superb souvenir of your visit. Insight Guides are renowned for their great pictures, which vividly convey a sense of every day life. Expert writers bring to life Costa Rica's history, culture, flora & fauna &, above all, its people. From Montezuma's beaches to Monteverde's cloud forests, from San Jose's bustle to the wonders of the national parks, it's all here. All sites are clearly highlighted & numbered in relation to the text. All the travel details, hotels, restaurants & phone numbers you'll need. ...

This book provides everything you'll ever need in a guidebook. It is an inspiring background read, an invaluable on-the-spot companion & a superb souvenir of your visit. Insight Guides are renowned for their great pictures, which vividly convey a sense of every day life. Expert writers bring to life the best of European & Nile river cruises, with background details on history & full details on all ports of call. From the castles of the Rhine & the Danube to the incomparable Nile, & from the Douro to the Volga, it's all here. Rivers & ports of call are clearly marked on accurate colour maps. travel information plus all the details you'll need on cruise companies & their vessel. ...