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Cover of Discovering Westcave

Discovering Westcave

The Natural and Human History of a Hill Country Nature Preserve

by S. Christopher Caran, Elaine Davenport
Language: English
Release Date: October 7, 2016

In the heart of the Texas Hill Country lies an astonishing place called Westcave Preserve, a 76-acre nature preserve and environmental education facility in western Travis County, near Austin, that provides a sanctuary for the flora and fauna of surprisingly diverse ecosystems. Westcave has...
Cover of Ostrog

Ostrog

One of Three Most Visited Christian Destinations on the Planet

by Branko BanjO Cejovic
Language: English
Release Date: March 23, 2014

Monastery Ostrog, a miracle built by nature and human interaction, carved almost in its entirety in a vertically positioned mountain cliff, is today the pearl of Montenegrin spirituality which is visited by more than a hundred thousand pilgrims from around the world and of travellers of all religions...
Cover of Fort Delaware
by Laura M. Lee, Brendan Mackie
Language: English
Release Date: August 2, 2010

Located on Pea Patch Island, Fort Delaware was erected to defend local ports from enemy attack but never received or fired a shot in anger. The first earthen-work version, constructed during the War of 1812, was followed by a second 1820s plan incorporating a masonry star design with a network of drainage...
Cover of Fort Monroe
by Paul S. Morando, David J. Johnson
Language: English
Release Date: November 10, 2008

Fort Monroe was once a powerful symbol of America�s national defense system. From 1823 to 1945, its primary military mission was to protect Hampton Roads and the entrance to the Chesapeake Bay from enemy attacks. Over the years, as military technology advanced, Fort Monroe�s defensive posture changed....
Cover of Camp Robinson and the Military on the North Shore
by Ray Hanley, MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History
Language: English
Release Date: April 14, 2014

Arkansas has always been among the leading states whose people stepped up to defend the nation in times of war. On a few thousand acres of land across the Arkansas River from the capital city of Little Rock, this dedication is evident. Images of America: Camp Robinson and the Military on the North Shore...
Cover of Pilgrim's Guide to Iona Abbey
by Chris Polhill
Language: English
Release Date: June 6, 2006

This guidebook with colour photographs takes you around the church and cloisters of Iona Abbey, giving you background information on the main features and providing suggestions for reflection and prayer at each point. Also included are some stories about
Cover of What Was the Best Vacation You Ever Had?
by Judy Holland
Language: English
Release Date: December 26, 2013

It was a Saturday morning when we arrived to Charles De Gaulle Airport in Paris, also known as “Roissy”, where we took the train to the city center to check in to our hotel. The trip took about one hour and thirty minutes and we were faced with a very unwelcoming experience throughout the train...
Cover of The Little Black Book of Paris, 2012 edition: The Essential Guide to the City of Light
by Vesna Neskow
Language: English
Release Date: August 26, 2011

2012 Edition. This sleek guide to the City of Light and beyond will help you locate landmarks, arts and entertainment venues, restaurants, cafés, hotels, chic shops, and after-dark stops, with extra coverage of Top Picks attractions. Numbered entries in the text are keyed to area maps in each chapter....
Cover of Fodor's Essential France
by Fodor's Travel Guides
Language: English
Release Date: March 14, 2017

Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for more than 80 years. Unforgettable artwork, heavenly villages, and dream cities--there are so many reasons to visit France that deciding where to go and what to do can be a bit overwhelming....
Cover of Family Guide Northeast France
by DK Travel
Language: English
Release Date: May 17, 2016

DK Eyewitness Travel Family Guide France: Northeast France, from the groundbreaking family travel series, is written by parents and guarantees the entire family will enjoy their trip to France. With child-friendly sleeping and eating options, detailed maps of main sightseeing areas, travel...
Cover of Blue Guide Paris
by Delia Gray-Durant
Language: English
Release Date: October 21, 2015

Digital edition of this essential Blue Guide. Paris has always been a magnet for travellers. This latest edition (12th) of a key Blue Guide helps you know what you need to see as well as where to stay and what to eat. Perfect for on-street use and armchair reference, this is a mini-encyclopedia of...
Cover of Top 10 Guide to Paris
by Françoise Chaniac Dumazy
Language: English
Release Date: August 24, 2012

The very best and most exciting things to do in Paris. Paris has been the inspiration of artists, writers and lovers for centuries and the sought after prize of Emperors, Generals and Kings. THE TOP TEN GUIDE TO PARIS is designed to meet the needs of today’s sophisticated travelers and packs all...
Cover of Paris City Guide - Sightseeing, Hotel, Restaurant, Travel & Shopping Highlights (Illustrated)
by Paul Herbert
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2015

One can’t help but be intoxicated by Paris. Maybe it’s the steps you climb to the top of the Montmartre, the aroma of a freshly baked pain au chocolat from the patisserie on the corner, or the omnipresent chic of Parisians strolling down the Champs-Elysees. There is something special that makes...
Cover of Bordeaux & Dordogne Travel Guide - Attractions, Eating, Drinking, Shopping & Places To Stay
by Brendan Kavanagh
Language: English
Release Date: August 20, 2015

Bordeaux evokes rich sensations with many.  At the heart of the region is Bordeaux, the city that wine built. It’s a place that reflects its elegant inheritance through its art, architecture and love of the good things in life. The fine wines of Bordeaux have exerted an important influence...
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