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North American Maps for Curious Minds

100 New Ways to See the Continent

par Matthew Bucklan, Victor Cizek ...

The Maps for Curious Minds series is back—with 100 vivid infographic maps that transform the way we understand the cultural and geographical wonders of North America. And don't miss the other books in the series, Brilliant Maps for Curious Minds and Wild Maps for Curious Minds!No matter how well you think you know North America, the 100 infographic maps in this singular atlas uncover a trove of ... En savoir plus

$14.39 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

The Maps for Curious Minds series is back—with 100 vivid infographic maps that transform the way we understand the cultural and geographical wonders of North America. And don't miss the other books in the series, Brilliant Maps for Curious Minds and Wild Maps for Curious Minds!No matter how well you think you know North America, the 100 infographic maps in this singular atlas uncover a trove of
... En savoir plus
A Dictionary of British Place-Names

Modifié par David Mills ...

Collections series Oxford Quick Reference
This revised edition of the Dictionary of British Place-Names includes over 17,000 engaging and informative entries, tracing the development of the featured place-names from earliest times to the present day. Included place-names range from the familiar to the obscure, among them 'Beer', 'Findlater', 'Broadbottom', and 'Great Snoring'. The A to Z entries are complemented by a detailed introductory ... En savoir plus

$14.89 CAD

This revised edition of the Dictionary of British Place-Names includes over 17,000 engaging and informative entries, tracing the development of the featured place-names from earliest times to the present day. Included place-names range from the familiar to the obscure, among them 'Beer', 'Findlater', 'Broadbottom', and 'Great Snoring'. The A to Z entries are complemented by a detailed introductory
... En savoir plus
How to Make Hand-Drawn Maps

A Creative Guide with Tips, Tricks, and Projects

par Helen Cann ...

With wonderful examples and easy-to-follow instructions, this beautifully illustrated how-to book makes it simple and fun to create one-of-a-kind hand-drawn maps. Helpful templates, grids, and guidelines complement a detailed breakdown of essential cartographic elements and profiles of talented international map artists. From city maps and family trees to treasure maps, palmistry charts, ... En savoir plus

$18.99 CAD

With wonderful examples and easy-to-follow instructions, this beautifully illustrated how-to book makes it simple and fun to create one-of-a-kind hand-drawn maps. Helpful templates, grids, and guidelines complement a detailed breakdown of essential cartographic elements and profiles of talented international map artists. From city maps and family trees to treasure maps, palmistry charts,
... En savoir plus
The Battle for Vimy Ridge, 1917

par Nigel Cave, Jack Sheldon ...

In a new departure in the Battleground Europe series, this book is a guide to both sides of a major battle in this case to the Canadian Corps operations against 1st Bavarian Reserve Corps at Vimy from 9 12 April 1917, which formed part of the opening of the British offensive, known as the Battle of Arras. Historically, the capture of Vimy Ridge was an event far more significant than its undoubted ... En savoir plus

$9.89 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

In a new departure in the Battleground Europe series, this book is a guide to both sides of a major battle in this case to the Canadian Corps operations against 1st Bavarian Reserve Corps at Vimy from 9 12 April 1917, which formed part of the opening of the British offensive, known as the Battle of Arras. Historically, the capture of Vimy Ridge was an event far more significant than its undoubted
... En savoir plus
Tales from the Canadian Rockies

par Brian Patton ...

Take a breath of fresh mountain air and feel the magic of an historical Canadian landmark in Tales from the Canadian Rockies. You'll meet a host of unforgettable characters like botanist David Douglas, after whom the Douglas fir is named, and geologist James Hector, whose unruly horse is forever commemorated in the names of Kicking Horse River and Pass. You'll also experience the hunger and ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD

Take a breath of fresh mountain air and feel the magic of an historical Canadian landmark in Tales from the Canadian Rockies. You'll meet a host of unforgettable characters like botanist David Douglas, after whom the Douglas fir is named, and geologist James Hector, whose unruly horse is forever commemorated in the names of Kicking Horse River and Pass. You'll also experience the hunger and
... En savoir plus
Collins Dictionary Of Surnames

From Abbey to Mutton, Nabbs to Zouch

par Leslie Dunkling ...

Dictionary of Surnames is the definitive guide to the origin and meaning of British surnames by one of Britain’s leading authority on names.The essential A–Z companion to the study of names of the British IslesIncludes the oldest varieties of British names as well as recent arrivals such as PatelAs well as individual entries, includes collective entries on topics such as names which derive from ... En savoir plus

$7.99 CAD

Dictionary of Surnames is the definitive guide to the origin and meaning of British surnames by one of Britain’s leading authority on names.The essential A–Z companion to the study of names of the British IslesIncludes the oldest varieties of British names as well as recent arrivals such as PatelAs well as individual entries, includes collective entries on topics such as names which derive from
... En savoir plus
Atlas des Tsiganes. Les dessous de la question rom (nouvelle édition)

par Samuel Delépine ...

Atlas numérique optimisé pour une lecture sur tablette. Le format EPUB3 permet de profiter de toutes les fonctionnalités de la lecture interactive : zoom HD sur les cartes, indexation, recherche in texte, navigation hypertextuelle, tables des matières interactives, textes en POP-UP, environnement ergonomique personnalisable. Près de 100 cartes et infographies inédites pour analyser la question rom ... En savoir plus

$26.99 CAD

Atlas numérique optimisé pour une lecture sur tablette. Le format EPUB3 permet de profiter de toutes les fonctionnalités de la lecture interactive : zoom HD sur les cartes, indexation, recherche in texte, navigation hypertextuelle, tables des matières interactives, textes en POP-UP, environnement ergonomique personnalisable. Près de 100 cartes et infographies inédites pour analyser la question rom
... En savoir plus
The Phantom Atlas

The Greatest Myths, Lies and Blunders on Maps

par Edward Brooke-Hitching ...

Discover the mysteries within ancient maps — Where exploration and mythology meetThis richly illustrated book collects and explores the colorful histories behind a striking range of real antique maps that are all in some way a little too good to be true.Mysteries within ancient maps: The Phantom Atlas is a guide to the world not as it is, but as it was imagined to be. It's a world of ghost islands ... En savoir plus

$21.99 CAD

Discover the mysteries within ancient maps — Where exploration and mythology meetThis richly illustrated book collects and explores the colorful histories behind a striking range of real antique maps that are all in some way a little too good to be true.Mysteries within ancient maps: The Phantom Atlas is a guide to the world not as it is, but as it was imagined to be. It's a world of ghost islands
... En savoir plus
Exploration Map by Map

From Migrations and Encounters to Voyages and Discoveries

par DK ...

Collections series DK History Map by Map
Discover the epic history of human exploration and migration, and the stories of fearless pioneers the world over, with this stunning tour of history - map by map.Charting everything from the movement of early Homo species out of Africa some 1.8 million years ago to the astonishing voyages of Polynesian sailors across the Pacific from 4,000 BCE, and from the California Gold Rush to the Race for ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD

Discover the epic history of human exploration and migration, and the stories of fearless pioneers the world over, with this stunning tour of history - map by map.Charting everything from the movement of early Homo species out of Africa some 1.8 million years ago to the astonishing voyages of Polynesian sailors across the Pacific from 4,000 BCE, and from the California Gold Rush to the Race for
... En savoir plus
The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2022

par Sarah Janssen ...

Collections series The World Almanac and Book of Facts
A 2021 USA Today Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: business, the arts and pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, sports, and so much more.The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information ... En savoir plus

$15.99 CAD

A 2021 USA Today Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: business, the arts and pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, sports, and so much more.The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information
... En savoir plus
Hitler Strikes North

The Nazi Invasion of Norway and Denmark, 9 April 1940

par Jack Greene, Alessandro Massignani ...

A detailed account of Germany's groundbreaking Operation Weserübung, the first three dimensional—land, sea, air—strategic invasion in history.The German invasion of Denmark and Norway in April 1940 brought a sudden and shocking end to the "Phoney War" in the West. In a single day, multiple seaborne and airborne landings established German forces ashore in Norway, overwhelming the unprepared ... En savoir plus

$17.59 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

A detailed account of Germany's groundbreaking Operation Weserübung, the first three dimensional—land, sea, air—strategic invasion in history.The German invasion of Denmark and Norway in April 1940 brought a sudden and shocking end to the "Phoney War" in the West. In a single day, multiple seaborne and airborne landings established German forces ashore in Norway, overwhelming the unprepared
... En savoir plus
The Landmark Thucydides

A Comprehensive Guide to the Peloponnesian War

Modifié par Robert B. Strassler ...

Thucydides called his account of two decades of war between Athens and Sparta “a possession for all time,” and indeed it is the first and still the most famous work in the Western historical tradition.Considered essential reading for generals, statesmen, and liberally educated citizens for more than 2,000 years, The Peloponnesian War is a mine of military, moral, political, and philosophical ... En savoir plus

$22.99 CAD

Thucydides called his account of two decades of war between Athens and Sparta “a possession for all time,” and indeed it is the first and still the most famous work in the Western historical tradition.Considered essential reading for generals, statesmen, and liberally educated citizens for more than 2,000 years, The Peloponnesian War is a mine of military, moral, political, and philosophical
... En savoir plus
The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2021

par Sarah Janssen ...

Collections series The World Almanac and Book of Facts
#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: business, the arts and pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, sports, and so much more.The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD

#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: business, the arts and pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, sports, and so much more.The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information
... En savoir plus
On the Map

A Mind-Expanding Exploration of the Way the World Looks

par Simon Garfield ...

Cartography enthusiasts rejoice: the bestselling author of Just My Type reveals the fascinating relationship between man and map.Simon Garfield’s Just My Type illuminated the world of fonts and made everyone take a stand on Comic Sans and care about kerning. Now Garfield takes on a subject even dearer to our fanatical human hearts: maps.Imagine a world without maps. How would we travel? Could we ... En savoir plus

$14.99 CAD

Cartography enthusiasts rejoice: the bestselling author of Just My Type reveals the fascinating relationship between man and map.Simon Garfield’s Just My Type illuminated the world of fonts and made everyone take a stand on Comic Sans and care about kerning. Now Garfield takes on a subject even dearer to our fanatical human hearts: maps.Imagine a world without maps. How would we travel? Could we
... En savoir plus
The Sky Atlas

The Greatest Maps, Myths, and Discoveries of the Universe

par Edward Brooke-Hitching ...

The Sky Atlas unveils some of the most beautiful maps and charts ever created during humankind's quest to map the skies above us. This richly illustrated treasury showcases the finest examples of celestial cartography—a glorious art often overlooked by modern map books—as well as medieval manuscripts, masterpiece paintings, ancient star catalogs, antique instruments, and other curiosities.This is ... En savoir plus

$22.99 CAD

The Sky Atlas unveils some of the most beautiful maps and charts ever created during humankind's quest to map the skies above us. This richly illustrated treasury showcases the finest examples of celestial cartography—a glorious art often overlooked by modern map books—as well as medieval manuscripts, masterpiece paintings, ancient star catalogs, antique instruments, and other curiosities.This is
... En savoir plus
Harbors and High Seas

An Atlas and Geographical Guide to the Complete Aubrey-Maturin Novels of Patrick O'Brian

par Dean King, John B. Hattendorf ...

This companion for fans of the Napoleonic sea sagas offers maps of the novels' streets, seas, and coasts, and much more.The tall-masted sailing ships of the early nineteenth century were the technological miracles of their day, allowing their crews to traverse the seas with greater speed than had ever been possible before. Novelist Patrick O'Brian captured the thrill of that era with his ... En savoir plus

$2.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

This companion for fans of the Napoleonic sea sagas offers maps of the novels' streets, seas, and coasts, and much more.The tall-masted sailing ships of the early nineteenth century were the technological miracles of their day, allowing their crews to traverse the seas with greater speed than had ever been possible before. Novelist Patrick O'Brian captured the thrill of that era with his
... En savoir plus
The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2026

par Sarah Janssen ...

Collections series The World Almanac and Book of Facts
#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: sports, pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, business, and so much more.The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the ... En savoir plus

$18.84 CAD

#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: sports, pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, business, and so much more.The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the
... En savoir plus
The World Almanac 5,001 Incredible Facts for Kids on Nature, Science, and People

par World Almanac Kids™ ...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling World Almanac™ comes a full‑color, full‑of‑fun, oversize book packed with thousands of awesome facts about science, nature, and people—everything on planet Earth and beyond.Kids want to learn about the world around them, and with this engaging, colorful collection of facts, figures, photographs, and fun, they will. Perfect for home or for school, and a great ... En savoir plus

$15.99 CAD

From the #1 New York Times bestselling World Almanac™ comes a full‑color, full‑of‑fun, oversize book packed with thousands of awesome facts about science, nature, and people—everything on planet Earth and beyond.Kids want to learn about the world around them, and with this engaging, colorful collection of facts, figures, photographs, and fun, they will. Perfect for home or for school, and a great
... En savoir plus
The History of the USA Year by Year

par DK ...

Collections series DK Year by Year
Discover the extraordinary story of the United States of America – from its fight for independence to its 250th anniversary.This captivating and richly illustrated book takes you on a year-by-year journey through US history, starting with the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the hard-fought battles of the Revolutionary War.Explore the crafting of the US Constitution, the ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD

Discover the extraordinary story of the United States of America – from its fight for independence to its 250th anniversary.This captivating and richly illustrated book takes you on a year-by-year journey through US history, starting with the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the hard-fought battles of the Revolutionary War.Explore the crafting of the US Constitution, the
... En savoir plus
The Map Thief

The Gripping Story of an Esteemed Rare-Map Dealer Who Made Millions Stealing Priceless Maps

par Michael Blanding ...

The story of an infamous crime, a revered map dealer with an unsavory secret, and the ruthless subculture that consumed himMaps have long exerted a special fascination on viewers—both as beautiful works of art and as practical tools to navigate the world. But to those who collect them, the map trade can be a cutthroat business, inhabited by quirky and sometimes disreputable characters in search of ... En savoir plus

Prix courant $17.99 CAD Maintenant $12.99 CAD

The story of an infamous crime, a revered map dealer with an unsavory secret, and the ruthless subculture that consumed himMaps have long exerted a special fascination on viewers—both as beautiful works of art and as practical tools to navigate the world. But to those who collect them, the map trade can be a cutthroat business, inhabited by quirky and sometimes disreputable characters in search of
... En savoir plus
The Atlas of Special Operations of World War II

par Alex Swanston ...

As author Alex Swanston explains in his introduction, World War II was a truly global conflict, involving almost all nations in the struggle to stop the spread of totalitarianism. This meant that battles were fought in all climates and on all sorts of terrain. . . . Technology had also progressed, meaning that war could be fought under the surface of the sea or in the air 40,000 feet above. This ... En savoir plus

$24.99 CAD

As author Alex Swanston explains in his introduction, World War II was a truly global conflict, involving almost all nations in the struggle to stop the spread of totalitarianism. This meant that battles were fought in all climates and on all sorts of terrain. . . . Technology had also progressed, meaning that war could be fought under the surface of the sea or in the air 40,000 feet above. This
... En savoir plus
A Brief History of the World in 47 Borders

Surprising Stories Behind the Lines on Our Maps

par Jonn Elledge ...

The #1 International Bestseller | National BestsellerPreorder A Brief History of Cities in 32 Inventions now!Every border tells a surprising story in this “novel and fascinating” (Bill Bryson) history that will change the way you understand the world“By turns surprising, funny, bleak, ridiculous, or all four of those at once.”—Gideon Defoe, The Atlas of Extinct CountriesA s... ... En savoir plus

Prix courant $18.99 CAD Maintenant $15.99 CAD

The #1 International Bestseller | National BestsellerPreorder A Brief History of Cities in 32 Inventions now!Every border tells a surprising story in this “novel and fascinating” (Bill Bryson) history that will change the way you understand the world“By turns surprising, funny, bleak, ridiculous, or all four of those at once.”—Gideon Defoe, The Atlas of Extinct CountriesA s...
... En savoir plus
The World Atlas of Coffee 3rd edition

From beans to brewing – coffees explored, explained and enjoyed

par James Hoffmann ...

400,000 COPIES SOLD ACROSS THE FIRST TWO EDITIONSAn in-depth guide to the dynamic world of coffee production by the Sunday Times bestselling* author of How to Make the Best Coffee at Home, James Hoffmann.***For everyone who wants to understand more about coffee and its wonderful nuances and possibilities, this is the book to have. This expanded and fully updated 3rd edition contains new chapters ... En savoir plus

$30.99 CAD

400,000 COPIES SOLD ACROSS THE FIRST TWO EDITIONSAn in-depth guide to the dynamic world of coffee production by the Sunday Times bestselling* author of How to Make the Best Coffee at Home, James Hoffmann.***For everyone who wants to understand more about coffee and its wonderful nuances and possibilities, this is the book to have. This expanded and fully updated 3rd edition contains new chapters
... En savoir plus
A Military Atlas of the First World War

par Arthur Banks ...

"With the ingenious use of maps, diagrams and statistics, this indispensable work explains the strategies of the combatants and the diplomatic history." — The BeaconThis is a unique study of the conflict of 1914–18 on land, sea and in the air, through maps, diagrams and illustrations. Within the scope of some 250 maps, Arthur Banks has presented both broad general surveys of political and military ... En savoir plus

$12.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

"With the ingenious use of maps, diagrams and statistics, this indispensable work explains the strategies of the combatants and the diplomatic history." — The BeaconThis is a unique study of the conflict of 1914–18 on land, sea and in the air, through maps, diagrams and illustrations. Within the scope of some 250 maps, Arthur Banks has presented both broad general surveys of political and military
... En savoir plus

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