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        Travel & Transport
        2021

        UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Ukraine

        by Roman Malenkov

        The history of Ukraine is turbulent and rich, and the nature is truly unique, so it is not surprising that there are many attractive and interesting tourist sites. But which ones are worth seeing first? According to a number of definitive criteria, UNESCO has identified 7 main natural and cultural sites of Ukraine and included them in the World Heritage List. Moreover, there is also a list of sites considered for nomination in the World Heritage Sites List,which is called the UNESCO Tentative List; in Ukraine there are 17 more such sites. The guidebook by Roman Malenkov, a traveller and founder of the local history website "Ukraine Incognita", will tell about them all.

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        Travel & Transport
        2021

        Jewish addresses of Ukraine. Guidebook.

        by Marharyta Yehorchenko, Iryna Berliand, Ihor Vynokurov (compilers)

        This guidebook leads you through the locations in cities and villages of Ukraine that are closely connected to the history and culture of Ukrainian Jewish Community. The book is based on the geographical principle, i.e. each chapter describes a particular region of Ukraine. The illustrative material allows us to see both cultural monuments that still exist as well as photos of the objects that have not survived. Special attention is paid to personalities, including Jewish writers, cultural activists, civil rights leaders, philanthropists, religious figures, and righteous men. The guidebook can be especially useful for tourists who are interested in the Jewish history of the country.

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        Travel & Transport
        2019

        Ukraїner: Ukrainian Insider

        by Bogdan Logvynenko

        «Ukraïner. Ukrainian Insider» is the print edition of the ambitious digital media project Ukraïner (ukrainer.net) based on our 2016–2018 expedition throughout all the historic regions of Ukraine: from Sloboda Ukraine in the east to Podillia in the southwest, and Volyn in the northwest to Tavriia in the south. In this book we feature the most striking and memorable moments of our exploration as we intend to share with the world many unique places within Ukraine and the stories of the remarkable Ukrainians who live there. Evocative photography both showcases these stories and reveal Ukraine as authentic, surprising, and exciting country. Bogdan Logvinenko is the initiator of the project.

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        Lifestyle, Sport & Leisure
        October 2022

        Derailed

        How to fix Britain's broken railways

        by Tom Haines-Doran, Julie Froud

      • Trusted Partner
        Lifestyle, Sport & Leisure
        October 2022

        Derailed

        How to fix Britain's broken railways

        by Tom Haines-Doran, Julie Froud

      • Trusted Partner
        Lifestyle, Sport & Leisure
        October 2022

        Derailed

        How to fix Britain's broken railways

        by Tom Haines-Doran, Julie Froud

        Few would disagree that Britain's railways are broken and have been for a long time. This insightful new book calls for a radical rethink of how we view the railways and explains the problems we face and how to fix them. Haines-Doran argues that the railways should be seen as a social good and an indispensable feature of the national economy. We would then avoid the incessant debates on whether they are a business failure and whether they can be anything other than loss-making. The book gives an overview of the main questions that rail users frequently ask: why don't trains run on time? Why are fares so expensive? Why are there so many strikes? Haines-Doran offers clear explanation of the roots of these problems and how the system can be fixed so it can be a true service to us all.

      • Travel & Transport
        February 2017

        Greetings from

        by Campbell Jefferys

        This collection of travel stories has been gathered over twenty years of travel and writing. They cover many places and themes, but all circle around the idea of being a stranger in a strange land. As a sample, the stories involve playing street basketball in New York, going underground in Berlin, pushing a boat in Indonesia, chasing ghosts in Vienna, and going back in time on Lanzarote.

      • Travel & Transport
        January 2017

        The Solo Travel Guide

        Just Do It

        by Dee Maldon

        Do you want to travel, but your friends or family don’t? So why wait? Travelling alone is better than never travelling at all. In the Solo Travel Guide: Just do it we give you suggestions on how to plan, how to cope when you are at your destination alone, how to stay safe and even some suggestions on where to go – good destinations for the solo traveller, places with wonderful things to see but where you will not stand out from the crowd. We also offer inspiration – snippets from those women who set off centuries ago without a guide book, a mobile phone and very little advice. Also available in paperback

      • Travel & Transport
        March 2020

        Scotland for kids

        Der Kinderreiseführer

        by Adam Preuß

        Our travel books for kids are made for children travelling the world with their parents. They are about the things, kids are really interested in: animals, tasty or strange foods, plants and fruits. We show them how kids live in the foreign country and tell the exciting parts of it's history. There is also one play and a reading story in each book.   Furthermore, the travel book is stable and handy, children can draw and stick on it. It is an all-in-one companion for all little ones who travel the world.   Content of Scotland for kids: Life in Scotland Animals Eating and drinking Reading Story: "Lillys secrets" Clans and Tartans Important jobs Midges and Highland Games William Wallace

      • Travel & Transport
        March 2020

        Bali for kids

        Der Kinderreiseführer

        by Birgitta Kuhn

        Our travel books for kids are made for children travelling the world with their parents. They are about the things, kids are really interested in: animals, tasty or strange foods, plants and fruits. We show them how kids live in the foreign country and tell the exciting parts of it's history. There is also one play and a reading story in each book.   Furthermore, the travel book is stable and handy, children can draw and stick on it. It is an all-in-one companion for all little ones who travel the world.   Content Bali for kids: Life in Bali Animals Eating and Drinking Turtles in Danger Isle of Art Plants and Trees History of the country Isle of Gods

      • Travel & Transport
        March 2019

        Sweden for kids

        Der Kinderreiseführer

        by Britta Schmidt von Groeling

        Our travel books for kids are made for children travelling the world with their parents. They are about the things, kids are really interested in: animals, tasty or strange foods, plants and fruits. We show them how kids live in the foreign country and tell the exciting parts of its history. There is also one play and a reading story in each book.   Furthermore, the travel book is stable and handy, children can draw and stick on it. It is an all-in-one companion for all little ones who travel the world.   Content Sweden for kids: Life in Sweden Animals History of the country Eating and Drinking Useful plants and trees Reading story "The bear" Public holidays and feasts Water

      • Travel & Transport
        March 2020

        New Zeeland for kids

        Der Kinderreiseführer

        by Jenny Menzel

        Our travel books for kids are made for children travelling the world with their parents. They are about the things, kids are really interested in: animals, tasty or strange foods, plants and fruits. We show them how kids live in the foreign country and tell the exciting parts of it's history. There is also one play and a reading story in each book.   Furthermore, the travel book is stable and handy, children can draw and stick on it. It is an all-in-one companion for all little ones who travel the world. Target group: 4-10 years   Content New Zeeland for kids: Life in New Zeeland Eating and Drinking The Maori’s culture The history of New Zeeland Animals Reading story "Finding Kiwi!" Plants and Trees Where the earth is getting thin

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        52 Greek Islands

        A sentimental guide

        by Gregory Papadoyiannis

        This is a “sentimental” guide for travelers, through 52 of the Greek islands. The term "sentimental" implies something more than a commonplace guide and this is certainly not just a typical guidebook. There is already a plethora of classic guidebooks; the internet is rife with a lot of useful – and even more useless – information. This book has simply been written out of outrageous love for the islands, as an attempt to describe how it feels to actually “live the island” – even just for a week – and to find out what each island is really like, from how it looks to how it can be characterized in terms of its deeper essence; it’s a process similar to getting to know a friend, or perhaps even to falling in love that led to the creation of this delightful crossbreed between a guidebook and a memoir.

      • Travel & Transport
        February 2020

        Cranswick on Porsche

        A modern interpretation of the Porsche story

        by Marc Cranswick

        Before yesterday's dream car became today's SUV, the reputation of Porsche as a manufacturer of fine sports cars was established. It started with the ideas of Dr Ferdinand Porsche, and a world best seller that spawned a revered line of sports cars. The Porsche 356 and 911 dominated their classes in international racing, leading to more specialized designs that brought glory to the marque, most famously at Le Mans. Porsche's success was based on excellent engineering. The firm's design consultancy has brought automotive innovation. Such excellence has been centered upon Weissach, the go to place for companies needing a high tech helping hand. Commercial achievement is based on image too. Here, Porsche has carefully chosen its models, and the way they have been sold and promoted. The result, is a unique position in public perception and media coverage. Even during the golden air-cooled era, Porsche wasn't afraid to experiment. The Square Porsche and front-engined coupés, all courted controversy. However, Zuffenhausen believed a Porsche was a Porsche, and soon others did too. The company's tremendous influence in design and engineering has even inspired artistic creation. Like the cars, these artworks represent an inseparable combination of style and substance.

      • Travel & Transport
        February 2020

        Classic Engines, Modern Fuel

        The Problems, the Solutions

        by Paul Ireland

        This book tells you why and how. This book brings together a collection of popular articles previously published by the author in assorted car magazines. Based on in-depth research carried out at Manchester University, the articles investigate how classic engines respond to modern petrol/gasoline, and the results are presented in a way that any enthusiast can understand. One chapter ranks some brands and grades of modern petrol/gasoline, helping you choose the best type for your vehicle, while other chapters present the findings that debunk some of the myths about petrol/gasoline and engines. Real data is provided to help you tune your classic vehicle, ensuring that it runs as it should, allowing you to experience the pleasure of driving your classic car instead of worrying about it breaking down. The appendix gives a down-to-earth description of how to rebuild and tune SU and similar carburettors.Paul Ireland’s years of experience and no-nonsense scientific approach will help you get the best from your classic car.

      • Travel & Transport
        March 2015

        México y sus estados

        Edición especial

        by Kenia Salgado Sánchez, Leticia Dávila Acosta, Ana María Pérez Rocha

        This work, which aims be an approach to the plurality of our country, an overview of its natural resources, its men and women, of its vast cultural heritage, and the exciting course of its history, It has been structured in thirty-two chapters - one chapter per federal entity. That are presented alphabetically with the desire to provide the reader with easy reference. The chapters begin with a representative image of each region including: the location of the entity on a map of the country and its essential geographic boundaries, followed by a description precise relief, hydrography, climate, flora and fauna. Likewise, a semblance of the emblematic periods is offered of national history and its impact on development of each of the States. This portrait is complemented with the chronology that appears at the bottom of the pages and, that as a timeline, gives an account of the events past and present most important of the different entities. Based on the last population census, the data is presented outstanding demographics, economic and infrastructure. In the section of tourist attractions they converge in a balanced way archaeological zones, museums, historical sites and monuments; crafts, dishes and traditional festivals; beaches, forests, deserts and other places of interest. Close each chapter, with the mention of the names of those who contributed to forging the destiny of each region. Finally, the selection of photographs deserves a special mention made mostly expressly for this edition, that while illustrating and enriching the text, help the reader to reconfigure the various faces of our country.

      • Travel & Transport
        December 2018

        Car Electrical and Electronic Systems

        by Julian Edgar

        This unique handbook assumes no starting knowledge of car electrical and electronics systems. It begins with simple circuits and finishes with complex electronic systems that include engine management, transmission control and stability control systems. If you want to diagnose a simple alternator charging or headlight problem, this book is for you. But if you also want to fix complex electronic systems using On-Board Diagnostics, a multimeter or oscilloscope, this book also shows you how to do that. Is it best to use a series or parallel circuit when adding a horn? How do you use a multimeter to check a coolant temperature sensor against its specs? How can you add an electronic timer that will keep your headlights on as you walk to your door? When should you buy an oscilloscope – and how complex an instrument do you really need? The author has been writing about car electronic systems for over 25 years. He is also an experienced and proficient car modifier who has performed numerous electronic modifications and upgrades to his own cars, including world-first modifications. If you want a practical, hands-on book that demystifies and explains car electrical and electronic systems, this is the book for you.

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        Perfect City

        An Urban Fixer's Global Search For Magic in the Modern Metropolis

        by Joe Berridge

        There is no such thing as a perfect city but all great cities have moments of perfection. Cities more than ever are the engines of our economies and the ecosystems in which our lives play out. Joe Berridge, one of the world's leading urban planners, takes us on an insider's tour of world capitals, from New York to London, Shanghai to Singapore, Toronto to Sydney, to examine what is working, what needs to be fixed, and what is promising in the megalopolis. And we meet the people, the politicians and thinkers at the cutting edge.

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