Travel

On ten strolls through some of the most interesting areas of London, this work explores the literary landscape of the capital. It introduces Shakespeare, Heine and Hogarth south of the river, finds Virginia Woolf and Lady Ottoline Morell in Bloomsbury, discovers Blake and Trollope in Westminster, and comes across John Keats in beautiful Hampstead.

An author, foreign correspondent, academic, and television personality, Roger Willemsen is a familiar figure in Germany, and The Ends of the Earth offers English-language readers a chance to engage with his uniquely astute take on the world. Consisting of twenty-two essays recounting and reflecting on ...

A walker's guide to Paris, taking us through its past, present and possible futures Eric Hazan, author of the acclaimed Invention of Paris, takes the reader on a walk from Ivry to Saint-Denis, roughly following the meridian that divides Paris into east and west, and passing such familiar landmarks as ...

What do the Greek myths mean to us today?

Spanning the Mogul Empire and the British Raj through to the struggle for Indian independence, this collection takes the reader on a journey through Delhi and Agra, recreating the key events, customs and lives of residents and visitors.

A journey through time and space, grappling with the ghosts of empire

360 degrees is a totally new concept, a way of seeing the world in the round. In New York, the nightlife of Times Square, the grandeur of Grand Central and the art deco gallery of the Chrysler Building are just some of the scenes that take on fascinating new angles when photographed this way.

With this Charming Small Hotels Germany guide, you'll discover dream places to stay that are worth planning your visit around. Here you'll discover a huge selection of truly special places to stay with character, charm and the personal touch from budget to luxury.

With this Charming Small Hotels France guide, you'll discover dream places to stay that are worth planning your visit around. Here you'll discover a huge selection of truly special places to stay with character, charm and the personal touch from budget to luxury.

Anthology of short excerpts from the writings of more than 50 famous literary and historical figures on the subject of cycling and journeys by bicycle from around the world - Agatha Christie, Arthur Conan Doyle, Ernest Hemingway, Jerome K Jerome, DH Lawrence, Dervla Murphy, Eric Newby, Dorothy Sayers, Mark Twain and HG Wells among many others.

Shortlisted for the 2015 Wainwright Prize

In this journey across England's most forbidding and mysterious terrain, William Atkins takes the reader from south to north, exploring moorland's uniquely captivating position in our history, literature and psyche.

But for those whose call deserts home, the 'hideous blanks' described by explorers are rich in resources and significance.

Travelling to five continents over three years, visiting deserts both iconic and little-known, William Atkins discovers a realm that is as much internal as physical.

-Featuring recommendations from the city's coolest chefs, writers, artists and bloggers The capital city of Ireland, Dublin is a swirling cultural hotspot where old and new continuously clash and combine to create a city brimming with charm. Set on the shores of Dublin bay and at the mouth of the river ...

Chic, sophisticated and bold, Milan is one of the most fashionable cities in the world. It is blessed with layer upon layer of history and heritage; everywhere you turn there is spectacular architecture, and around every corner you'll find amazing classic cafés and restuarants that have been run by ...

Whether you wish to follow the glamorous footsteps of Holly Golightly on Fifth Avenue or be thrilled by the sheer vastness of Central Park, this book, bursting with quotes about the city that doesn't sleep, is guaranteed to inspire, entertain and leave you wanting more!

This text features 100 detailed historical photographs from The Francis Frith Collection with extended captions and a full introduction. It is suitable for tourists, local historians and general readers.

Classic accounts of Albania in the 19th century.

This text features 150 detailed historical photographs from The Francis Frith Collection with extended captions and a full introduction. It is suitable for tourists, local historians and general readers.

Berlin is a city that conjures strong images: Nazi rallies, bombed-out buildings, Soviet tanks, the Wall, May Day riots, and the capital of reunited Germany, famed for its hedonistic nightlife. It has risen and reinvented itself innumerable times from chaos and apparent ruin. Berlin Unwrapped captures ...

Cafe Life London is a celebration of London's flourishing cafe scene. Whether you live in London or are visiting for the first time, this book will take you on a culinary adventure around 35 independent cafes in popular shopping streets and neighbourhoods you may never knew existed.