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From a Brazilian mine where 50,000 men haul heavy sacks of dirt up and down ladders in search of a nugget of gold, to a former lake in western Africa, where starving people walk over its surface of sand, photographer Sebastian Salgado explores the lives of the planet's often-ignored people.

The brand new The Rough Guide to Slovenia is the ultimate travel guide to one of Europe's smallest but most enchanting countries. Discover Slovenia's myriad charms with the help of stunning photography, colour-coded maps and smart recommendations of the best places to eat, drink and stay. Get the lowdown on Ljubljana, one of Europe's greenest and most beguiling capitals. Find detailed practical advice on making the most of Slovenia's extraordinary natural heritage, whether that's kayaking on the Soca river, swimming in Lake Bohinj, hiking through lush pine forests or even skiing. There's expert guidance, too, on exploring Slovenia's magnificent caves, its world-class wine regions and its wonderful spas. With handy itineraries, author favourites and Top 5 boxes picking out the unmissable highlights, The Rough Guide to Slovenia won't let you down.Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Slovenia.

Reyner Banham examined the built environment of Los Angeles in a way no architectural historian before him had done, looking with fresh eyes at its manifestations of popular taste and industrial ingenuity, as well as its more traditional modes of residential and commercial building. His construct of "four ecologies" examined the ways Angelenos relate to the beach, the freeways, the flatlands, and the foothills. Banham delighted in this mobile city and identified it as an exemplar of the posturban future.

Scale 4 miles to 1 inchA4 road atlas with clear, detailed road mapping. As well as the clear, easy to read main mapping there is also a range of large scale urban maps showing a selection of roads both numbered and named.MAIN FEATURESDetailed 4 mile to 1 inch road mapping of the whole of Great Britain, displaying clear easy to follow, colour classified roads on a white background.FEATURES Clear, detailed road mapping at 4 miles to 1 inch Distance chart in miles and kilometres Route planning map of the British Isles Road mapping of Ireland at 16 miles to 1 inch with city centre plans of Dublin and Belfast Urban area maps at 1.25 miles to 1 inch and city centre street plans of:LondonSouthampton and PortsmouthCardiff and NewportBristolMerseysideManchesterNewcastle upon TyneEdinburghGlasgow

A NEW YORK TIMES, WASHINGTON POST, USA TODAY, AND PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BESTSELLER “[A] diverse and enlightening book . . . The 99% Invisible City is altogether fresh and imaginative when it comes to thinking about urban spaces.” —The New York Times Book Review “Here is a field guide, a boon, a bible, for the urban curious. Your city’s secret anatomy laid bare—a hundred things you look at but don’t see, see but don’t know. Each entry is a compact, surprising story, a thought piece, an invitation to marvel. Together, they are almost transformative. To know why things are as they are adds a satisfying richness to daily existence. This book is terrific, just terrific.” —Mary Roach, New York Times bestselling author of Stiff, Grunt, and Gulp “The 99% Invisible City brings into view the fascinating but often unnoticed worlds we walk and drive through every day, and to read it is to feel newly alive and aware of your place in the world. This book made me laugh, and it made me cry, and it reminded me to always read the plaque.” —John Green, New York Times bestselling author of The Fault in Our Stars and Turtles All The Way Down A beautifully designed guidebook to the unnoticed yet essential elements of our cities, from the creators of the wildly popular 99% Invisible podcast  Have you ever wondered what those bright, squiggly graffiti marks on the sidewalk mean? Or stopped to consider why you don't see metal fire escapes on new buildings? Or pondered the story behind those dancing inflatable figures in car dealerships? 99% Invisible is a big-ideas podcast about small-seeming things, revealing stories baked into the buildings we inhabit, the streets we drive, and the sidewalks we traverse. The show celebrates design and architecture in all of its functional glory and accidental absurdity, with intriguing tales of both designers and the people impacted by their designs. Now, in The 99% Invisible City: A Field Guide to Hidden World of Everyday Design, host Roman Mars and coauthor Kurt Kohlstedt zoom in on the various elements that make our cities work, exploring the origins and other fascinating stories behind everything from power grids and fire escapes to drinking fountains and street signs. With deeply researched entries and beautiful line drawings throughout, The 99% Invisible City will captivate devoted fans of the show and anyone curious about design, urban environments, and the unsung marvels of the world around them.

Discover more about the amazing Maya by "visiting" the city of Chichen Itza.Although it's known more as an important tourist attraction today, the city of Chichen Itza was a powerful religious, political, scientific, and artistic center of the Maya people. Readers will learn about how Chichen Itza began and what happened to cause the downfall of a great society. The book also provides details about the culture of the Maya of Chichen Itza and the stunning architecture they built like the El Castillo pyramid, the Temple of the Warriors, and the massive ball court that was used for games and rituals.

An endlessly entertaining portrait of the city of Amsterdam and the ideas that make it unique, by the author of the acclaimed Island at the Center of the World Tourists know Amsterdam as a picturesque city of low-slung brick houses lining tidy canals; student travelers know it for its legal brothels and hash bars; art lovers know it for Rembrandt's glorious portraits. But the deeper history of Amsterdam, what makes it one of the most fascinating places on earth, is bound up in its unique geography-the constant battle of its citizens to keep the sea at bay and the democratic philosophy that this enduring struggle fostered. Amsterdam is the font of liberalism, in both its senses. Tolerance for free thinking and free love make it a place where, in the words of one of its mayors, "craziness is a value." But the city also fostered the deeper meaning of liberalism, one that profoundly influenced America: political and economic freedom. Amsterdam was home not only to religious dissidents and radical thinkers but to the world's first great global corporation. In this effortlessly erudite account, Russell Shorto traces the idiosyncratic evolution of Amsterdam, showing how such disparate elements as herring anatomy, naked Anabaptists parading through the streets, and an intimate gathering in a sixteenth-century wine-tasting room had a profound effect on Dutch-and world-history. Weaving in his own experiences of his adopted home, Shorto provides an ever-surprising, intellectually engaging story of Amsterdam.

Keen to explore a different side of Rome? Like a Local is the book for you. This isn't your ordinary travel guide. Beyond Rome's iconic ancient ruins are hidden street food haunts, buzzing aperitivo spots and scenic walks that locals love - and that's where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover- The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as fashion and cinematic history A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Rome Helpful what3word addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights Compiled by four proud Romans, this stylish travel guide is packed with Rome's best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs. Whether you're a restless Roman on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won't find in traditional guidebooks, Rome Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need. About Like A Local- These giftable and collectable guides from DK Eyewitness are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they're born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local- pride for their city, community spirit and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic - just like the locals who call the city home. Looking for another guide to Rome? Explore further with our DK Eyewitness or Top 10 guides to Rome.

Keen to explore a different side of Boston? Like a Local is the book for you.This isn't your ordinary travel guide. Beyond Boston's rich history and world-famous universities are experimental breweries, super-cool jazz clubs and design-led jewellery stores that locals love - and that's where this book takes you.Turn the pages to discover:- The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals.- 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as flea markets and movie theatres.- A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Boston.- Helpful 'what3word' addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights.Compiled by three proud Bostonians, this stylish travel guide is packed with Boston's best experiences and hidden spots, handily categorised to suit your mood and needs.Whether you're a restless Bostonian on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won't find in traditional guidebooks, Boston Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need.About Like A Local:These giftable and collectable guides from DK Eyewitness are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they're born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local: pride for their city, community spirit and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic - just like the locals who call the city home.Looking for another guide to Boston? Explore further with DK Eyewitness or Top 10 Guides to Boston.

The author-artists begins with a brief history of the United Nations and then takes the reader on a tour through its headquarters in New York City, explaining the functins of various agencies and councils and pointing out things to see along the way. Related agencies are also defined.