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The discovery of minerals beneath our feet has transformed our species. Ochre first prompted humans to express themselves in art; tin and copper helped instigate the Bronze Age and later the Industrial Revolution; silver kick-started the engines of global trade. Each of these substances generated a leap forward in technology, each one opened the imagination a little further - and each one brought with it a cache of unexpected dangers. Under A Metal Sky begins and ends in Philip Marsden's homeland of Cornwall, one of the world's great geological hotspots.Travelling eastwards into Europe, he examines how the extraction of peat propelled the Netherlands to world prominence but also imperilled its very existence. Continuing on up the Rhine by barge, into the heart of the continent, he uncovers more stories of potent and tempting resources, from iron-rich meteorites to radium and mercury, and the gold-bearing mountains of Georgia. At the same time he explores precious seams of ideas, from science to alchemy, mysticism to ecology - and those questing souls who pursued them, likeParacelsus, the Habsburg Emperor Rudolf II, Goethe,William Blake and Marie Curie. Rich with revelations, Under A Metal Sky traces the dazzling achievements and dark consequences of our ability to extract what we want from the earth, and presents a fascinating new perspective on European history and on our troubled relationship with the natural world.

Stroll through medieval squares with soaring bell towers and along quiet canals: experience Belgium with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Belgium: Bruges, Brussels, Antwerp & Ghent you'll find:- Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Belgium- Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites- Top sights and hidden gems, from the European Parliament and Flanders Fields to wafel trucks and popular breweries- How to connect with local culture: Lose yourself in the art of the Flemish masters, taste fish fresh from the North Sea at the Vismarkt, and sip Trappist ales with friendly locals- Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight- The best places to eat, sleep, and relax while you indulge in a chocolate truffle (or two)- Self-guided walking tours of lively town squares and inspiring museums- Detailed mapsfor exploring on the go- Useful resources including a packing list, Dutch and French phrase books, a historical overview, and recommended reading- Over 300 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down- Complete, up-to-date information on Bruges, Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, and moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Belgium: Bruges, Brussels, Antwerp & Ghent.

This Pakistan guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with enticing photos that will inspire excitement for your travels. Printed on eco-friendly paper for sustainability.In this Pakistan travel guidebook, you will find:- Top Attractions and Editors' Choice - must-visit highlights including Badshahi Mosque, Baltistan, The Karakoram Highway, Mohenjo-daro, Nanga Parbat, Peshawar's Old City, Lahore Fort, showcasing the best of what Pakistan has to offer- In-depth coverage of attractions - detailed narrative descriptions of sites and hidden gem destinations, all organised by geographical location- When to go to Pakistan - guidance on the perfect times to visit, with details on the high and low seasons, climate and festivals- Practical travel information - essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shopping- Insider recommendation - top tips on beating the crowds, saving money and finding the best local spots- Engaging essays thoughtful features on the country's history, culture, contemporary life and politics give a deeper understanding- High-quality maps - detailed maps, featuring must-see places organised by number and corresponding to text- Striking pictures - inspirational photography on every page- Colour-coded chapters - each chapter is assigned a unique colour, aiding in easy navigation- Free download of eBook - after purchasing the printed guidebook, you'll also have access to a free download of the eBook- Coverage includes: Sindh, Karachi, Mohenjo-daro, Punjab, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Taxila, Lahore, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Peshawar Old City, Peshawar Cantonment, Swat Valley, Chitral

This compact, pocket-sized Barcelona travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to Barcelona without losing time planning. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Barcelona travel book, you will find:- 19 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way- Itinerary details - each walk or tour starts with pointers on the time taken, distance covered and how to connect it with other itineraries in the book- Best walks and tours in Barcelona for art buffs, families with kids, flora and fauna, food and drink, music lovers, night owls, sporty types- Curated recommendations of places - the walks and tours feature all the main attractions and off-the-beaten-track adventures, as well as child-friendly family activities and chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas- Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots- Historical and cultural insights - thematic features highlight Barcelona's unique life and culture- Unique hotel, restaurant and nightlife listings - curated details of where to stay, eat and go out, whatever your interest, for a range of budgets- Practical information - how to get there, how to get around and an A-Z of essential details- Handy mapping - practical maps for each walk and tour, with clearly numbered sights- Free download of the eBook - available after the purchase of the printed guidebook- Coverage includes: La Rambla, Royal Barri Gòtic, Sant Pere, La Ribera and El Born, El Raval, Ciutadella, the Eixample, Sagrada Família and Park Güell, Montjuïc, Pedralbes, Gràcia, Tibidabo, Sitges

This mini pocket London travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about London. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this London guidebook, you will find:- Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photos- What's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to know- Things not to miss in London - Tower of London, Harrods, Tate Modern, Big Ben, National Gallery, The British Museum, Covent Garden, St Paul's Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye- Three unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect day- Food and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiences- What to do in London - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlife- Practical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist information- Overview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show London and around- Striking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughout- Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook- Coverage includes: Westminster, the West End, Buckingham Palace and Mayfair, Bloomsbury and Marylebone, the South Bank, the City, Kensington and Chelsea, North London, East London, Southeast London, Southwest London

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Bolivia, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.Inside this Bolivia travel book, you'll find:- Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one- Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests- Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more- Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities- Seasonal tips - when to go to Bolivia, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip- Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Parque Nacional Madidi, Salar de Uyuni, Tiwanaku, Potosí, pink river dolphins, folk music and dance, Oruro Carnaval, La Paz, Reserva de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avarua, Cycling down the world's most dangerous road, Salteñas, Inca trails- Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment- Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Bolivia- Language essentials - a handy Spanish dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals- Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Bolivia, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust- Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide- Coverage includes: La Paz, Lake Titicaca, the Cordilleras and the Yungas, The southern Altiplano, Sucre, Cochabamba and the Central Valleys, Santa Cruz and the eastern lowlands, The Amazon

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Lisbon, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.Inside this Lisbon travel book, you'll find:- Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one- Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests- Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more- Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities- Seasonal tips - when to go to Lisbon, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip- Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Castelo de São Jorge, Alfama, Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Praça do Comércio, Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Oceanário, Bairro Alto nightlife, Mercado da Ribeira, Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, vintage trams, Pink Street, Torre de Belém- Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment- Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Lisbon- Language essentials - a handy Portuguese dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals- Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Lisbon, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust- Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide- Coverage includes: The Baixa and Rossio, The Sé, Castelo and Alfama, Chiado and Cais do Sodré, Bairro Alto and São Bento, Estrela, Lapa and Santos, Alcântara and the docks, Belém and Ajuda, Sintra, The Lisbon coast

With its idyllic hilltop villages, historic cities, coastal towns, and stunning natural landscapes, Spain is the perfect destination for a leisurely road trip. It's yours to explore with Road Trips Spain, our redesigned and newly updated guide containing 25 drives across the country, from the spectacular rocky coastline of Mallorca to the rolling vineyards of Rioja.Includes insider tips and information, this easy-to-use guide reveals Spain at its best: spectacular sights, hidden gems, and authentic local experiences. We've also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak.You'll discover:- 25 easy-to-follow driving tours, each lasting one to five days- Walks, activities and delightful detours to do along the way- The best local experiences alongside our pick of the most authentic places to stay, eat, and shop- Practical information: rules of the road, detailed directions, and driving tips- Covers Galicia, Catalonia, Granada, Mallorca, Ibiza, and more- A fresh new design: Road Trips is an exciting new take on the DK Eyewitness Back Roads series, redesigned and fully updated.

Make your trip to Albania extraordinaryA hike through the impressive Albanian Alps. Stunning beaches along the Ionian sea. Ancient history at epic archaeological parks. Albania offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.This new first edition brings Albania to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the country's buildings and neighbourhoods.You'll discover:our pick of Albania's must-sees and top experiencesbeautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Albaniathe best spots to eat, drink, shop and staydetailed maps and walks which make navigating the country easyeasy-to-follow itinerariesexpert advice: get ready, get around and stay safecolour-coded chapters to each part of Albaniaa lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you goWant to see more of the Western Balkans? Try our DK Slovenia and Croatia travel guides.

When Ben Pering sets out to walk the Two Moors Way in Devon, the challenge marks the beginning of an extraordinary fifteen-year relationship with the upland landscapes of Dartmoor and Exmoor which will lead him deep into the wild spaces of English moorland on the hunt for a new pace of life and a renewed sense of self

This compact, pocket-sized Mallorca travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to Mallorca without losing time planning. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Mallorca travel book, you will find:- 14 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way- Itinerary details - each walk or tour starts with pointers on the time taken, distance covered and how to connect it with other itineraries in the book- Best walks and tours in Mallorca for surf, sand and sun, art collections, family adventures, foodie paradise, the great outdoors, historical legacy, literary genius, Mallorcan architecture- Curated recommendations of places - the walks and tours feature all the main attractions and off-the-beaten-track adventures, as well as child-friendly family activities and chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas- Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots- Historical and cultural insights - thematic features highlight Mallorca's unique life and culture- Unique hotel, restaurant and nightlife listings - curated details of where to stay, eat and go out, whatever your interest, for a range of budgets- Practical information - how to get there, how to get around and an A-Z of essential details- Handy mapping - practical maps for each walk and tour, with clearly numbered sights- Free download of the eBook - available after the purchase of the printed guidebook- Coverage includes: Palma, Andratx, Banyalbufar, The Tramuntana, Valldemossa, Lluc, Sóller, Pollença, Formentor, Bay of Alcúdia, Artà, Cala Torta, Es Trenc, Felanitx, Petra

This mini pocket Florence travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Florence. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Florence guidebook, you will find:- Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photos- What's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to know- Things not to miss in Florence - Santa Croce, Palazzo Pitti and Giardino Di Boboli, the Duomo, the Accademia, Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi, Santa Maria Novella, San Marco, San Lorenzo, Cappella Brancacci- Three unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect day- Food and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiences- What to do in Florence - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlife- Practical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist information- Overview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Florence and around- Italian section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local language- Striking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughout- Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook- Coverage includes: Piazza del Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, the Bagello and Santa Croce, Piazza della Repubblica, San Lorenzo, San Marco, Santa Maria Novella, The OltrarnoShow Additional Fields

In Memory Field, Benick recalls objects of consciousness as altered by the materials of space and time and examines the social and ontological imperatives of what it means to be a body at any given moment. A "travelogue of forgetting" in the Proustian sense, Benick's text embraces the impossibility of accurate remembering and concedes to the liminal overlap of fact and fiction. In distilled fractions of experience, Memory Field holds the place where life once was - in ruin, in metonym, in loss.

Lonely Planet's Experience Tuscany is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. See world famous art at the Uffizi Gallery, taste delicious wines in Chianti, find the perfect sunset in Val d'Orcia - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Tuscany's best experiences and get away from the everyday! Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Tuscany: Unique experiences to string together an unforgettable trip Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout Highlights and trip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests Fresh perspectives to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights Insider tips help you discover hidden gems and get around like a local Expert insights take you to the heart of the place - food, culture, history, politics Practical info and tips on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel Covers Florence, Siena and Central Tuscany, Val D'Orcia, Southern Tuscany, The Central Coast, Pisa and Northwestern Tuscany, Eastern Tuscany   The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience Tuscany, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on Tuscany's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip. Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the country has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet's Tuscany guide. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

Discover 30 inspirational stories from solo travelling women who have experienced amazing adventures around the world - alone. Packed with candid first-person accounts from brilliant women including a retired nomad, a keen cyclist, a circus artist, a woman celebrating sobriety, a college graduate, and many more. This is the ultimate travel guide to encourage and inspire budding female globetrotters to plan and pursue a solo trip of their own.InsideSolo Women Travel:30 incredible stories from female solo travellers who share the highs and lows of journeying across the globe by themselvesA captivating and moving collection of first-person experiences that illustrate the profound power and courage of travelling solo as a womanIncludes honest advice and tips on things each woman wishes they had known; what they have never forgotten; how their experiences have changed who they are today; whether they would do it again; their top recommendations; and moreContents include: Hiking the Huemul Circuit in Patagonia; meeting the Reindeer Herders of Mongolia; cycling and camping from Paris to Geneva; relaxing on the island of Aruba; snowboarding in the Lyngen Alps; climbing Mount Fuji; exploring Fez and Morocco's Middle Atlas region; an impromptu journey through the Yucatecan backroadsDiscover the magic of intrepid travel as a woman with this uplifting and fearless guide that makes the perfect gift for the female adventurer in your life.

Lonely Planet's Experience Greece is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Be amazed by the Acropolis in Athens, explore islands with white-sand beaches, and discover the myths of Ancient Greece - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Greece's best experiences and get away from the everyday! Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Greece: Unique experiences to string together an unforgettable trip Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout Highlights and trip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests Fresh perspectives to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights Insider tips help you discover hidden gems and get around like a local Expert insights take you to the heart of the place - island-hopping through the Aegean Sea, drinking ouzo and wines, exploring sites of Ancient Greece, sampling regional wine and food Practical info and tips on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel Covers Athens, Central Greece, Crete, Cyclades Islands, Delphi, Dodecanese Islands, Ionian Islands, Lesvos, Northern Greece, Peloponnese, Saronic Gulf, Thessaloniki The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience Greece, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on Greece's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip. Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the country has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet's Greece guide. Looking for a guide for Athens? Check out Lonely Planet's Pocket Athens, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss experiences for a quick trip. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

Whether you want to spot wildlife in national parks, set foot on a glacier, or ski on world-class slopes, the local Fodor's travel experts in the Canadian Rockies are here to help! Fodor's Canadian Rockies guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been designed with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.Fodor's Canadian Rockies travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and doMULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your timeMORE THAN 30 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidentlyCOLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side-trips, and morePHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "Best Backcountry Lodges in the Canadian Rockies," "Family fun in the Canadian Rockies," and moreTRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and moneyHISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and moreSPECIAL FEATURES on "What to Watch and Read Before You Visit" and "Wildlife" LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gemsUP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Banff, Jasper, Yoho, and Kootenay National Parks, as well as Banff and Jasper towns and Kananaskis Country Planning on visiting other destinations in Western Canana? Check out Fodor's Vancouver & Victoria: with Whistler, Vancouver Island & the Okanagan Valley*Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

The world's favourite pocket travel guidesMake the most of your trip to Dublin with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Dublin has to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside this guide to Dublin, you'll find:- Top 10 lists of Dublin's must-sees and must-dos, including visiting Dublin Castle, exploring Phoenix Park and taking a trip to the Guinness Storehouse for a free pint- Dublin's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best pubs, historic building and monuments, Dublin writers, Irish legends and myths and much more- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week- A laminated pull-out map of Dublin, plus six full-colour area mapsDK's Top 10 travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on Ireland's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Ireland travel guide.

An offbeat meander through the streets and histories of the great Italian capital, where the past is always present.