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Europe’s Greatest Places An inspirational journey through the ‘old continent’, EUROPE’S GREATEST PLACES captures the magic and magnificence of every location worth visiting. It roams from must-see blockbusters such as Venice and Paris to exquisite tucked-away gems that relatively few people visit, like the impressive waterfalls of The Plitvice Lakes, the magnificent monasteries of Moldavia and the romantic Douro Valley in Portugal.
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US$ 50.00 S$ 65.00 RM 160.00
400 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN: 978 389944 6203
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Over 2,000 breathtaking photographs whet the appetite
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A wealth of astonishing facts
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The armchair traveller’s dream companion
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The World’s Greatest Cruises This lavishly illustrated book features a refined selection of 18 carefully researched cruises to dream destinations. The book includes classic routes such as the Northwest Passage, exotic cruises in the Caribbean, river cruises on the Nile and island hopping in the Aegean Sea. Each route is described in detail including the full itinerary and the region’s scenic, historical and cultural highlights. Each cruise is plotted on specially drawn maps. Each stop is numbered and shown on the map together with key sights along the way and recommended excursions. Information panels provide useful travel information ranging from the length of the cruise to weather conditions and detailed town plans are also included. Over 1,000 breath-taking photos bring each cruise and destination to life.
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256 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN 978 389944 8856
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Selection of the most scenic cruises
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Lavishly illustrated
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Packed with useful facts and information
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An inspirational book for seasoned and first-time cruisers alike
US$ 40.00 S$ 50.00 RM 125.00
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The World’s Greatest Places Human beings have become increasingly mobile in recent years. Modern travel makes it possible for more of us than ever to cross the inhospitable landscapes of Antarctica, explore attractions of Bali, make new friends in distant cities, jet to Singapore or Dubai for a business meeting, or discover the beauty of Cape Town and Bora Bora. People travel for a wide variety of reasons: in pursuit of relaxation or heart-pounding thrills, in search of unspoiled natural landscapes or ancient monuments. The World’s Greatest Places is a wonderful journey from the volcanic mountains of Iceland to the natural wonders of Africa, from the rapidly expanding cities of East Asia to the ancient capitals of Europe, from the homeland of indigenous peope in the Amazon rainforest to the mighty monuments of the Middle East.
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The world’s most fascinating travel destinations in a single volume
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Amazing full colour photos take you to all these idyllic locations
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Informative texts provide astonishing additional facts and insights.
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US$ 60.00 S$ 79.90 RM 195.00
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The Prague Book Prague is both a cosmopolitan metropolis and a medieval masterpiece. From 10th-century beginnings to the Velvet Revolution, its fascinating 1,000-year history is revealed in its beautiful buildings, streets and squares. The Prague Book journeys through the places and history of the Czech capital, with informative writing and superb colour photographs, including gatefold panoramic views. A stunning portrait, The Prague Book does full justice to this captivating city. As Franz Kafka once put it, “Prague does not let go”.
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US$ 35.00 S$ 49.00 RM 122.00
256 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm Hardback with dustjacket ISBN: 978 389944 9082
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Breathtaking images, some in fold-out format, capture the
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essence of the city
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Special features and interesting facts bring to life the city’s
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glorious past and present
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An inspiring gift or the perfect souvenir
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The Paris Book Paris is city of splendour, elegance, and romance; cosmopolitan and colourful. This sumptuously illustrated book celebrates its glory on the Grands Boulevards and Champs Elysées, and captures its cultural heartbeat in the artists’ quarter of Montmartre and the Quartier Latin on the Left Bank. The Paris Book dips into superb museums and galleries; visits s
256 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm Hardback with dustjacket ISBN 978 389944 7798
opulent theatres, grand restaurants and bohemian cafés; browses the city’s flea markets, book- shops and chic boutiques; and cruises along the Seine. As Hemingway said, Paris is “a moveable feast”.
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Breathtaking images, some in gatefold format, convey the
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Beauty and essence of the French capital
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Special features and interesting facts bring to life the
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The Ireland Book Ireland has it all – outstanding landscapes, vibrant cities and a rich cultural heritage. In this book, insightful text and stunning photography, some in gatefold format, explore its diversity, from the Georgian squares of Dublin to the monastic site of Cloncmanoise, from the myth-steeped Hill of Tara to the thrilling west coast. But Ireland is as much about the warmth s
256 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm Hardback with dustjacket ISBN 978 389944 7804
of its people as it is about its sights, and The Ireland Book also celebrates its fascinating culture, from atmospheric Galway pubs and traditional Irish music to the haunts of writers and poets such as James Joyce and W.B. Yeats.
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Stunning photographs and informative text capture the
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Fold-out poster-size panoramas highlight particular sights
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An inspiring gift or the perfect souvenir
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The London Book The New York Book This lavishly illustrated series of books will take readers on a memorable journey to the well-known metropolises of London and New York. From historical sites to the distinctive neighbourhoods, take a close look at the iconic structures that make these cities unique.
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Breathtaking images, some in gatefold format,
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Fascinating facts and a historical timeline bring
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An inspiring gift or the perfect souvenir
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DISCOVER FRANCE This wonderful country at the heart of Europe is extraordinarily diverse, from the Celtic and Gallo cultures of Brittany to the glittering metropolis of Paris, from the high peaks of the Pyrenees and the Alps to stunning Atlantic and Mediterranean beaches. The first and largest section of the book features 12 of the country’s most scenic drives such as the classic wine routes through Burgundy or Champagne. These are followed by an introduction to France’s 35 official UNESCO World Heritage sites, and a comprehensive atlas section.
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s 464 pages Dimensions: 185 x 266 mm Flexibound ISBN: 978 389944 6357
US$ 25.00 S$ 35.00 RM 85.00
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12 of the most beautiful drives through France
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A dedicated section on France’s 35 official UNESCO World
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Heritage sites
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Stunning photographs, some in gatefold format
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Detailed touring maps
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A comprehensive road atlas
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InGuides Innovative, up-to-date travel guides in a practical pocket format. Stylish and incisive, Inguides are the perfect travel companion. – Evocative images showcase key sights, presenting an inspiring visual overview. – Lively text reveals the hidden surprises as well as the main attractions of each destination, and sheds light on its people, art, culture and quirks. – Fresh ideas on where to sleep, eat and shop, including a host of useful websites, help travellers make the best choices during their stay. – Annotated walking tours guide visitors through the most interesting areas, linking the main sights and taking in outstanding architecture, cool museums, atmospheric squares and gardens along the way. – Independent exploring is made easy through clear and s ISBN 978 389944 7750
detailed maps. A separate city plan shows all the highlights from the guide.
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Stylish embossed leather-effect cover
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Elastic band closure
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Bookmark
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Expandable storage pocket in inside cover
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256 pages + city map Dimensions: 169 x 119 mm Hardback
US$ 15.95 S$ 18.60 RM 45.00
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Also in the series ISBN 978-389-9446-71-5 256 pages + city map Dimensions: 169 x 119 mm Hardback
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Capital Cities Europe This fascinating journey through Europe’s capitals reveals the common ground that unites them – and the differences that make them unique. It explores the ancient glories of Athens and Rome, where Western civilisation was born, exciting global metropolises like Paris and Moscow, and the smaller capitals such as Stockholm, Riga, Dublin or Sofia – known for their fine architecture, rich culture or urban style. It also travels to places like Bratislava and Ljubljana, the capitals of recently independent countries, as they proudly embrace their new roles. Lavishly illustrated, this book celebrates each of Europe’s capitals, from Amsterdam to Zagreb; a gazetteer provides fascinating facts and essential information.
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240 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN 978-389-9446-22-7
US$ 25.00 S$ 34.90 RM 85.00
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All 48 European capitals
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Over 500 stunning images by leading photographers
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Special gazetteer section with interesting facts and figures
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The World Pocket Atlas A complete World Atlas in handy pocket format with luxury, leather-look cover, available in 2 different colours. Featuring up-to-the-minute physical and political world maps, together with reference maps showing energy resources, vegetation, climate and population statistics. Complemented by a comprehensive country encyclopaedia with facts, figures and national flags. Compact, informative and top of the range.
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Luxury leather-look finish
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Elastic fastener and ribbon bookmark
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Handy, expandable inner pocket for notes
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Up-to-the-minute physical and political mapping
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Key facts and figures
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The World Heritage There are 892 sites in the world with UNESCO World Heritage status, ranging from Stone Age wall paintings and Inca ruins to spectacular landscapes like the Grand Canyon and the hiding places of endangered species such as the giant panda. The World Heritage includes them all – their origins, historical development and their significance in the world today. More than 1,000 colour photographs, as well as many maps, make this a superb reference to the natural and cultural icons of the planet.
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528 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN 978-389-9446-19-7
US$ 49.90 S$ 65.00 RM 150.00
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892 official UNESCO sites
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Over 1,000 beautiful images, illustrating each World
Heritage site
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Comprehensive information on all sites
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Clear maps pinpointing sites at a glance
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The Book of Nature The world‘s unique treasures include the last paradise animal kingdoms, fantastic geological formations or natural landscapes that today earn the protection of the global community. Facing the advance of worldwide environmental destruction, in 1972 UNESCO‘s General Conference in Paris adopted the “Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage”. Now, 660 cultural heritage sites and 191 natural sites are on the UNESCO list, with 25 of them counting as cultural and natural heritage sites. The Book of Nature gives concise, detailed descriptions and abundant, large-size colour illustrations of all 191 world natural heritage sites. From Norway‘s fjords and the primeval beech forests in Europe‘s Carpathians to the majestic national parks of North America, the trail continues to protected areas in the South American Andes and the Amazon rainforests or East Africa’s wildlife reserves and the last sanctuaries for the Siberian tiger, Indian rhinoceros and orang-utans in Asia. Extra pages also feature details of highly endangered species. s
528 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN 978-389-9445-40-4
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Vivid descriptions of all UNESCO Natural Heritage sites
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illustrated with stunning photography
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Illuminating and intriguing fact files for each site
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Revealing spotlight on endangered species
Terra Maxima – Amazing Facts of Nature Lavishly illustrated, this compendium of amazing facts explores the widest, highest, longest, strongest and largest phenomena on Planet Earth. It ranges from the world’s deepest oceans to its tallest peaks, from its most volatile volcanoes to its mightiest waterfalls. Celebrating Nature’s superlatives and extremes, the book also features the record-breakers of the animal and plant kingdoms, from ocean giants to the world’s largest flowering plants, all spectacularly captured by leading photographers.
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Over 1,000 pictures by the world’s foremost wildlife
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560 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN 978-389-9446-18-0
US$ 49.90 S$ 65.00 RM 150.00
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Impressive NASA satellite images
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An ideal gift and reference for all the family
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Dream Destinations of the World The whole world in one book, from the plains of Africa to the rainforests of the Amazon, from the fire-breathing volcanoes of Iceland to the blue lagoons of the Caribbean, from the glittering skylines of Asia to the medieval cities of Tuscany, and from the frozen glaciers of Patagonia to the coral reefs of Oceania. Dream Destinations of the World presents the most beautiful regions and destinations on earth in an innovative, contemporary format.
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544 pages Dimensions: 185 x 226 mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN 978-389-9446-64-7
US$ 29.90 S$ 37.50 RM 90.00
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The most beautiful travel routes and destinations
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Breathtaking images
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Natural and cultural highlights
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Dream Destinations of Europe Judging from the travel choices made by tourists from all over the world, Europe is the most attractive continent on earth. Fantastic fjords, magnificent highlands, idyllic beaches, captivating rivers, impressive prehistoric settlements, imposing churches and monasteries, mighty fortresses and majestic castles, bustling cities and romantic villages, world-famous museums and theatres, charming landscapes and dramatic skylines – Europe has an endless wealth and diversity of fascinating destinations to offer. The new illustrated Dream Destinations of Europe, presenting the outstanding destinations in every region of Europe in an innovative, contemporary format, gives you the opportunity to experience for yourself all the most beautiful locations in this enchanting region of the world.
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544 pages Dimensions: 185 x 226 mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN 978-389-9446-65-4
US$ 29.90 S$ 37.50 RM 90.00
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The most beautiful travel routes and destinations
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Dream Routes of the World Dream Routes of the World presents the most beautiful journeys on earth, from the North Cape Route in Norway to the Garden Route in South Africa, from Central Asia’s legendary Silk Road to Australia’s Stuart Highway, and from the Alaska Highway in North America to the Inca Road in South America. The world’s most exciting destinations are illustrated with lavish color photography, and the sights and exact route of each journey are described in full detail. The book concludes with a section comprising city maps and information on weather, the best times to travel, and local traffic regulations, enabling you to plan every aspect of your journey with ease.
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544 pages Dimensions: 185 x 226 mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN 978-389-9446-66-1
US$ 29.90 S$ 37.50 RM 90.00
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The most beautiful travel routes and destinations
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Breathtaking images
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Natural and cultural highlights
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Important travel information
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Dream Routes of the Americas Dream Routes of the Americas – the ideal combination of illustrated guide and travel book – offers you meticulously researched tours of the most fascinating destinations in the “New World”, taking in magnificent natural landscapes, unique cultural treasures, bustling cities and quiet, sleepy villages along the way. The particular history, culture, and scenery of each country and region is described in detail and illustrated with a wealth of awe-inspiring photographs in this captivating book.
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496 pages Dimensions: 185 x 226 mm Hardback with dust jacket ISBN 978-389-9446-67-8 US$ 29.90 S$ 37.50 RM 90.00
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The most beautiful travel routes and destinations
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Breathtaking images
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Natural and cultural highlights
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Important travel information
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Dream Routes This superb series is aimed at travellers wanting to experience the world but off the beaten track. Dream Routes covers the most exciting routes that promise travellers the richest experiences. Each route is described in detail with lavish illustrations. Practical information on the length of each route, climates, the best time to visit and local traffic regulations makes travel planning easy. Special maps illustrate each route clearly, and breathtaking photos by the world‘s best photographers capture the beauty of the fascinating places along the routes. Additional information on cities or national parks is provided in a special section.
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Adventure travel brought to life in words and pictures
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Practical tips for staying off the beaten track
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Complete with a detailed road atlas
Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm US$ 35.00 S$ 49.90 RM 122.00
ISBN 978-389-9445-76-3 256 pages Hardback
Fascinating Cities Each volume contains more than 500 breathtaking photos by the world‘s best urban photographers – many of them as double-page panoramas – that will take you on a fascinating tour through each city, introducing you to the attractions, people, culture and unique atmosphere. Comprehensive captions provide detailed information on each image. Special pages devoted to art, culture, customs and more make for fascinating insights. Each volume in this outstanding series starts off with an introduction to the city‘s history. The most important periods are illustrated in a timeline, including the rulers, citizens, architects and artists, explaining how each city‘s unique spirit and
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character have evolved over the centuries.
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Launching with Berlin, Paris and Rome
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Spectacular images and absorbing facts provide a
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Historical timeline and up-to-the-minute travel tips
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An armchair traveller’s essential guide or the perfect gift
and souvenir
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160 pages Dimensions: 295 x 231 mm Hardback with dust jacket
US$ 25.00 S$ 34.90 RM 85.00
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