Travel

In 1999, Tobias Jones emigrated to Italy, expecting to discover the pastoral bliss described by centuries of foreign visitors. Instead, he discovered a very different country, besieged by unfathomable terrorism and deep-seated paranoia, where crime is scarcely ever met with punishment. "The Dark Heart of Italy" is Jones' account of his three-year voyage across the Italian peninsula.

This is a lavishly illustrated exploration of the cultural legacy of ancient India. For 5,000 years, India has undergone continual transformation, and the past is still very much present in modern-day India. Packed with outstanding photographs accompanying an insightful text, this book traces the evolution of ancient India, examining the major historical events from the 3rd millennium BC until the arrival of the Muslims in the 12th century AD. The text delves into aspects of daily life in ancient India - the social and political st... read more

Grand Prix Yesterday & Today is a timely celebration of motoring racing, dating back to its origins in 1906. Each spread will show a facet of the sport from those pioneering days juxtaposed with a similar one of recent times. Complementing these expertly chosen images are reflections on the situations then and now. The structure of the book allows today's F1 fan to see just how much things have technically changed over the years but paradoxically how many of the fundamentals of motor racing have remained unaltered. Times may chan... read more

During the days of the British Raj, India was at the vanguard of the explosion of photography in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and early Indian and British photographers strove to document and reveal its landscape, people, culture and architecture. More than 250 extraordinary and gorgeous sepia and hand-tinted photographic reproductions, and insightful text, capture the splendour of India. "India Through the Lens" was a featured exhibition in 2001, at the Arthur Sackler Gallery, over one hundred images described as a kalei... read more

Diverse and vivacious, artistic, audacious, and always inspirational, there are many definitions of New York. In a photographic tour that goes beyond the cliches of this spirited city, Assouline presents a unique portrait of New York City with pictures that are at once modern, elegant, and bold. From its intimate details to its iconic architecture, here are over nine hundred images that illuminate the mantra, "Only in New York." There is Central Park and Carnegie Hall, of course, but also Mott Street, Jackson Heights, and the Apoll... read more

'No one has surpassed - in breadth, in directness, in intimacy, in unforgettability - the gut-wrenching work produced by Don McCullin.' Susan Sontag Don McCullin's reputation stands as one of the greatest war photographers of our times. In recent years he has photographed the landscape surrounding his home in Somerset, but his later travels have taken him to some of the most remote regions in the world. His skill in photographing people in extreme situations has enabled him to mix with tribes on the edges of civilisation. His wo... read more

A well received title which covers the internal and external Level 1 NCEA Geography Achievement Standards. All the year's work is covered with revision notes, examples, diagrams, illustrations, maps and NCEA questions with answers detailing NCEA grades (A, M and E). Use throughout the year to help with homework, to support and understand classroom work and to revise for assesments and exams.

Autumn sees the publication of a new title in the series "A Sense of Place", this time on Vietnam. Designed as an innovative mix of travelogue and armchair travel, the book is presented as an ideal photo album - the kind of album that everyone wishes they had the time or skill to put together, without the hassle of sifting through crumpled leaflets or fuzzy photos of monuments hidden behind the heads of strangers. Packed with evocative images and perceptive texts that capture perfectly the ethereal and distinctive atmosphere that p... read more

This book is the latest in the series that has included Bourne to Rally: The Possum Bourne Autobiography and Murph's Law - Greg Murphy's Autobiography. This book will have wide appeal to motor-racing fans and followers across all age groups, as much of New Zealand's major motor sport events have taken place at Pukekohe, from the 1950s to the final V8 Supercar major race there last year. The book covers both motorcycle and car race events. The Pukekohe track is held in high esteem and regarded with affection by the countless thousan... read more

"The Rough Guide to Los Angeles & Southern California" is the definitive guide to the region. Whether you're looking for inspiring accommodation or great places to eat, you'll find the solution with hundreds of restaurant, hotel, nightlife and shop reviews. Along with a thorough look at LA's top tourist areas, from Hollywood and Beverly Hills to Santa Monica and Disneyland, the guide explores more obscure but no less deserving sights, like Downtown's arts district and Santa Catalina Island. Additionally, this book covers the broade... read more

overs all NCEA Level 1 Geography Achievement Standards. Features brief revision notes, examples, case studies, topographical maps and all questions from the 2005 - 2007 exams. Answers are provided with A, M and E grades shown. Use throughout the year or from later Term 3 to revise and prepare for the NCEA external exams.

Richard Leakey spent years trying to save Africa's animals. Now he's trying to save a nation. Leakey began his career following in the footsteps of his famous parents, Mary and Louis, and becoming a renowned paleoanthropologist and head of Kenya's National Museums. In 1989, Kenyan president Daniel arap Moi put Leakey in charge of the Kenyan Wildlife Service. Ivory poachers were killing hundreds of elephants annually and the organisation was close to collapse. Leakey sacked corrupt rangers and brought in millions of dollars from ... read more

A controversial history of the 'British Isles', including Ireland. This book emphasizes the long-standing European connections, and posts a possible break-up of the United Kingdom. It is a agenda-setting work that aims to become a classic.

This authoritative new series describes the history, landscape, culture, economy and people of this continent. This title is also packed full of fascinating facts, maps and statistics. A statistical compendium at the back provides a handy reference guide for key statistical data.

OUT OF PRINT Gagana Samoa is a modernSamoan language resource. Designed for both classroom and personal use it features: * a methodical approace suitable for all ages * an emphasis on patterns of speech and communication through practice & examples * over 950 exercises to reinforce comprehension * oral skills supplemented by optional cassette * an introduction to the wider culture of fa'asamoa through photographs