Chris Scott & his band of globetrotting contributors & specialists have put together the definitive manual for planning & undertaking a vehicle-dependent overlanding adventure across the wilds of Africa Asia & Latin America. The Overlanders Handbook is written in the same entertaining yet clear jargon-free English for which Chriss other books are known
- it doesnt assume you know your plug gap from a radiator cap.
Includes:: 1. Planning
- When to go; typical costs; documentation; sponsorship; early overland journeys. 2. Vehicle choice & preparation
- The Overlanders Handbook is the most comprehensive account in print covering everything from adapting a cheap car to equipping a campervan or 4x 4 for months on the road or even building & outfitting your own accommodation module to mount on an all-terrain truck chassis. 3. Life on the road
- How to handle dodgy borders haggle over a purchase treat a dodgy stomach & cope with crazy driving conditions. Guidance on wild camping; navigation & mapping strategies; onward shipping; advice for solo women overlanders; travelling with children or with pets; vehicle repairs & troubleshooting; & off-road driving techniques. 4. Continental route outlines
- Guidelines on both popular & obscure overland routes through Africa Asia & Latin America.

Includes:: fuel prices easiest borders & best seasons visa strategies danger zones & regional highlights. 5. Overlanders Tales
- Half a dozen accounts of global adventures lasting months or even years in vans 4x 4s & all-terrain trucks
- from contributors aged from 9 to 69. 6. Supported by the online resource: www.overlanders-handbook.com.









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When a physicist is murdered in LA it seems the killer has no fear of publicity leaving the body on The Mulholland overlook a site with a stunning view over the city. & when it's discovered that the victim turned over a quantity of a lethal chemical to his killer before he died Harry knows he has more than just a single death to worry about. Alongside the forces of Homeland Security Harry realises he must solve the murder or face unimaginable consequences. ...

An excellent account of one of the greatest & most dramatic military operations ever undertaken. The authors possess an intimate knowledge of the ground & a clear understanding of their sources & have produced not only a lively & well illustrated narrative but also a powerful & incisive analysis of some of the key reasons for the Allies triumph. Possibly the best single-volume study of the D-Day landings currently available
- Dr Simon Trew Department of War Studies Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
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Discover the no-fad weight loss plan that successful dieters & top weight-loss experts are talking about.. . Premier weight-loss expert Dr Caroline Apovian has created the ultimate plan for anyone trying to lose weight whether you want to drop 5 15 or 50 pounds. The Overnight Diet delivers exactly what dieters are desperately looking for: an easy-to-follow plan for rapid lasting weight loss that doesn't compromise your health & energy levels. This cutting-edge diet accelerates fat-burning & primes the body to work at its best. Kick start your weight loss every week with a day of delicious smoothies called the '1-Day Power Up'. This produces powerful results when combined with the '6-Day Fuel Up' during which you can enjoy lean protein low-fat dairy whole grains & all-you-can-eat fruit & vegetables. Add in an easy-to-follow workout designed to rev up your metabolism & preserve lean muscle & you have the recipe for a slimmer 'you'. Many popular diets lead to 'shrinking muscle syndrome'
- a loss of muscle mass that can rob you of energy leave you weaker & flabbier & lead to yo-yo dieting. The Overnight Diet avoids all of these common problems. & the best news is that it's not a restrictive diet so there's no meal time boredom. You can enjoy a wide variety of foods & even your favourite glass of wine. Look slimmer feel better & live longer with The Overnight Diet.
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Seventh heaven for anyone with a sweet tooth! Spend time at the home of the Pudding Club a magical hotel set in the heart of the charming Cotswold countryside. This activity is pure heaven for all pudding-lovers. During the evening you will both enjoy dinner at a meeting of the Pudding Club which is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2010 sampling seven different puddings & then casting your votes to find the Pudding of the Night. This is an informal fun evening & you will join in with other guests for a unique occasion. During your stay you will receive a Pudding Club teddy bear & a copy of the Summer Pudding Club recipe book & each of you can choose a family size pudding to take away. Your evenings accommodation is a choice of double or twin room with bath or shower &

Includes:: English breakfast. Special dietary requirements can be catered for please ask for details when booking. Additional nights at the hotel can be arranged. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience & may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet
- Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover & full terms & conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide
- A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations & contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "




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When a grandson goes to stay with his grandfather the older man is worried
- what will they do together? How will they get along?
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Edward Lears nonsense rhymes are famed for their linguistic genius & refreshingly peculiar brand of humour. This collection of readings by one of our best-loved storytellers is certain to bring great pleasure to listeners young & old time & time again. ...

Beloved by adults & children of all ages Edward Lear's nonsense songs & stories are instantly recognizable for their humorous flights of fancy. In this new compilation fifteen of the best-loved tales are presented alongside the original artworks that Lear produced. In addition to the classic tale of ' The Owl & the Pussy-Cat' the book

Includes:: whimsical stories about the adventures of imagined creatures such as ' The Jumblies' ' The Pobble Who Has No Toes' & ' The Quangle Wangle's Hat'.

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This is a new title in the fantastic First Reading" series aimed at children who are beginning to read. It presents the charming classic poem of the Owl & the Pussycat & their adventure to get married. It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly who is a senior lecturer in education & an early reading specialist from Roehampton University. It is a great value quality hardback with ribbon marker guaranteed to foster pride in book ownership." ...

A story in which three baby owls wake up one night in their hole in a tree to find that their mother has gone. Darkness gathers & the owls grow anxious until at last she returns & they bounce up & down with joy. Illustrated by Patrick Benson in full colour. ...