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Find your way through every part of Tolkien's great creation from Middle-Earth to the undying lands of the west. Completely revised, Karen Wynn Fonstad's The Atlas of Middle-Earth is an indispensable volume that will enchant all Tolkien fans. Here is the essential guide to the geography of Middle-Earth from its founding in the Elder Days through the Third Age, re-creating the journeys of Bilbo, Frodo, and the Fellowship of the Ring. Authentic and...
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This book traces the history of mapmaking while offering insight into the role of cartography in human civilization and sharing anecdotes about the cultural arenas frequented by map enthusiasts. It comes as no surprise that, as a kid, Jeopardy! legend Ken Jennings slept with a bulky Hammond world atlas by his pillow every night. It recounts his lifelong love affair with geography and explores why maps have always been so fascinating to him and to...
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Long before humans were around, dinosaurs roamed the earth, and they have been a topic of endless fascination since we first discovered their remains. Readers will learn map skills with ease as the compelling dinosaur and fossil images will divert and delight. Budding archaeologists and readers will roll up their sleeves and dig into this absorbing topic.
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"[This book] is a guide to the world not as it is, but as it was imagined to be. It's a world of ghost islands, invisible mountain ranges, mythical civilizations, ship-wrecking beasts, and other fictitious features introduced on maps and atlases through mistakes, misunderstanding, fantasies, and outright lies. This ... book collects and explores the colorful histories behind a striking range of real antique maps that are all in some way a little too...
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Baby-sitters little sister. Main series volume 85
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Karen finds an old map to a buried treasure in her own backyard.
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"An innovative look back through time, Manhattan Maps follows the history of Manhattan Island from its natural formation to the bustling city today. It explores the ways in which nature and people are connected, tracking the people who lived on Manhattan from the Lenape Indians to Dutch settlers hunting for beaver pelts to early Americans and beyond, and how they've (literally) shaped the island (and vice versa). Jen Thermes highlights watershed moments...
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Glass and Steele novels volume 2
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When an apprentice from the Mapmakers' Guild goes missing, Matt and India are employed to find him. Going undercover as a married couple, they discover that not everyone at the guild is what they seem, and the lad's unearthly maps caused jealousy, suspicion and fear. With one of the apprentice's magic maps in their possession, India and Matt must use their wits and India's fledgling, untried magic to find him. But the more they investigate, the more...
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Finding your way around the various regions of Indonesia is a breeze with this handy Tuttle Travel Atlas. Designed for the adventurous traveler and containing all the maps you'll need on your explorations, this atlas includes many views that are available nowhere else. This Atlas is conveniently divided into the major regions of Indonesia: Jakarta, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, Sumatra, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Maluku and Papua....
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Finding your way around the various regions within Thailand is a breeze with this handy Tuttle Travel Atlas. Designed for the adventurous traveler and containing all the maps you'll need on your explorations, this atlas includes many views that are available nowhere else. The atlas is conveniently divided into the major regions of Thailand: Bangkok, Central Thailand, Southeastern Thailand, and Northern Thailand. Each of the 23 maps in this atlas is...
13) Oman Guide
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Oman - The Complete Guide is packed with all the insider information you could possibly need to make the most of your time in one of the Middle East's most unique and breathtaking countries. Whether you're setting off on holiday or setting up home, this indispensable book provides information on everything from choosing a neighborhood and finding work and schools to must-see tourist sites and local nightlife, as well as offline map and Google map...
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Finding your way around Japan is a breeze with this handy Tuttle travel atlas. Designed for the adventurous traveler and containing all the maps you'll need on your explorations, this atlas includes many views and insets not available elsewhere. The perfect travel guide, this atlas is conveniently divided into chapters covering the major regions of Japan, including Tokyo, Mt. Fuji and around Tokyo, Central Honshu, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima and Western...
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Bicycle essentials for a safe and enjoyable ride! Making sure your bike is in good condition and you have the proper gear can make all the difference when hitting the open road. Here are a few things to keep in mind before you go:
1. Always wear a helmet! This is probably the most important thing you can do to stay safe while riding.
2. Make sure your bike is tuned up and in good condition. Get it serviced at a local shop if needed.
3. Check your...
16) Kyoto Travel Map
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The Kyoto Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper, this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time. Following highways and byways, this map will show you how to maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums, monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters, shopping...
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Our latest Oman Visitors' Guide is small enough to fit in your bag but is big on information about this mesmerizing country. Written and researched by local residents, this brilliant guide is bursting with up-to-date detail and stunning images. The mini marvel covers every corner of Oman, from exploring souks of Muscat, turtle spotting on a beach to fine dining in some of Oman's top restaurants. This is an indispensable guide to an inspirational country....
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This guide may be small enough to fit into your pocket or bag, but it is jam-packed with all the essential information you could possibly want about the city and beyond. Perfect for holiday makers and weekend breakers, the guide features six color-coded sections for easy reference and includes hundreds of visitor attractions, shops, restaurants, bars and clubs.
Also, includes offline map pages and Google Map links.
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The present work, happens to be the first comprehensive work on the districts of Uttranchal state. All the information about tourist points, minerals and areas occurrences has been incorporated with much care. The volume contains worth knowing information about each district in Uttaranchal: Location and area; History; Population; Languages and Religion; Geography and Physical Features; Rivers, Canals and Waterways; Towns, villages and Amenities; Communications;...