Краткое описание: Andalucia is as big as Portugal so you need to think ahead about where and how you want to spend your time. Take account of the travel time between destinations: you could drive right across Andalucia along the main highways in seven or eight hours, but cross-country roads and coastal routes are slower. The Itineraries chapter gives ideas for routes geared to different interests and periods of time. Don’t try to do too much: hurrying is a waste of your time here. A good strategy is to build your trip around a few chosen destinations but to also allow time.

Краткое описание: You’re nursing a drink in a canal café when you hear Bach. A man with a wild hairdo is playing organ and trumpet on a nutshell of a boat, while his feet do the steering. Only in Amsterdam...

…and back by popular demand. After a few years’ pout, this beautiful city has found its old self - quirky, creative and open-minded. Yet beneath the self-assured exterior, mental notes are everywhere. Not long ago the Netherlands swung towards the right, with crackdowns on immigration, religious freedom and red-light districts. Even in freewheeling Amsterdam, people were asking themselves: is too much tolerance a bad thing?

Краткое описание: Algeria is the most fascinating country you never thought of visiting. Off limits for decades, Algeria is again struggling to its feet, resilient and ready to show you just why the country is becoming many travellers’ favourite North African destination. Like all countries along the southern Mediterranean rim, Algeria has two primary drawcards: outstanding Roman ruins and the exceptional landscapes of the Sahara. The difference is that Algeria has them in almost embarrassing abundance.

Краткое описание: Ever wanted to spit out the Malagasy proverb 'Do not dance on a load of wastes like an owl'? The Africa Phrasebook gives you cultural background, easy-to-use essentials and the ability to have meaningful contact with the locals.

Краткое описание: There are no hard and fast rules for travelling in Africa. Climate, behaviour and customs all vary from the top to the bottom of the continent. A T-shirt and sandals in January in Cape Town? Perfect. A T-shirt and sandals in January in Tripoli? You’re looking at verbal abuse and a nasty cold. The following section is only intended to give you general information that might be useful before you set off. No matter how prepared you are, however, nothing will quite prepare you for the overwhelming sensory and cultural experience that is a first visit to Africa. But isn’t that why you’re going?

Краткое описание: Afghanistan was once known for its dramatic mountains and unparalleled hospitality, but sadly its image has become more closely associated with war and terrorism in recent years. But with the right information at hand, this incredible country still offers

Краткое описание: The Dictionary of American History has been the leading reference work in United States history for more than six decades. The Dictionary is committed to making the voluminous record of the past readily available in one convenient source, where the interested reader can locate the facts, events, trends, or policies of American history.

For this edition, we have been especially mindful that as new generations of Americans examine their history, the priorities, importance, and interpretations of this history evolve. History changes - and it does not. The facts historians choose to emphasize, and the manner in which they render certain events, mirror the way society views itself and its past. Those who study U.S. history will find that these volumes retain the original edition’s thorough coverage of political, military, and economic developments.

Краткое описание: The Dictionary of American History has been the leading reference work in United States history for more than six decades. The Dictionary is committed to making the voluminous record of the past readily available in one convenient source, where the interested reader can locate the facts, events, trends, or policies of American history.

For this edition, we have been especially mindful that as new generations of Americans examine their history, the priorities, importance, and interpretations of this history evolve. History changes - and it does not. The facts historians choose to emphasize, and the manner in which they render certain events, mirror the way society views itself and its past. Those who study U.S. history will find that these volumes retain the original edition’s thorough coverage of political, military, and economic developments.

Краткое описание: The Dictionary of American History has been the leading reference work in United States history for more than six decades. The Dictionary is committed to making the voluminous record of the past readily available in one convenient source, where the interested reader can locate the facts, events, trends, or policies of American history.

For this edition, we have been especially mindful that as new generations of Americans examine their history, the priorities, importance, and interpretations of this history evolve. History changes - and it does not. The facts historians choose to emphasize, and the manner in which they render certain events, mirror the way society views itself and its past. Those who study U.S. history will find that these volumes retain the original edition’s thorough coverage of political, military, and economic developments.

Краткое описание: The Dictionary of American History has been the leading reference work in United States history for more than six decades. The Dictionary is committed to making the voluminous record of the past readily available in one convenient source, where the interested reader can locate the facts, events, trends, or policies of American history.

For this edition, we have been especially mindful that as new generations of Americans examine their history, the priorities, importance, and interpretations of this history evolve. History changes - and it does not. The facts historians choose to emphasize, and the manner in which they render certain events, mirror the way society views itself and its past. Those who study U.S. history will find that these volumes retain the original edition’s thorough coverage of political, military, and economic developments.