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'I hereby bet Tony Hawks the sum of One Hundred Pounds that he cannot hitchhike round the circumference of Ireland, with a fridge, within one calendar month'A foolhardy attempt to...

The extraordinary story of how the Endurance, Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship, was found in the most hostile sea on Earth in 2022 On 21 November 1915, Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship,...

Join Raynor and Month on their remarkable 1000-mile walk from Scotland to the South West Coast Path in this powerful account of our country's land, and the people that make...

In 1960, John Steinbeck set out in his pick-up truck with his dog Charley to rediscover and chronicle his native USA, from Maine to California.He felt that he might have...

A special anniversary edition with an updated chapter set 25 years on by Chris Stewart. Over two decades ago we set up Sort of Books to help our friend, the...

'Byrne comes across like a post-punk Michael Palin.' Sephen Dalton, The Times'An engaging book; part-diary, part-manifesto.' ObserverDavid Byrne, co-founder of the group Talking Heads, has been riding a bicycle as...

Dervla Murphy's first epic journey from Ireland to India by bicycle, "Full Tilt", is a complete adventure in itself. It is also the first volume of a trilogy of experience...

Over the summer of 2011, Dervla Murphy spent a month in the Gaza Strip. She met liberals and Islamists, Hamas and Fatah supporters, rich and poor. Used to western reporters...

Provocateurs Will Self and Ralph Steadman join forces in this post-millennial meditation on the vexed relationship between psyche and place in a globalised world, bringing together for the first time...

'The book that redefined travel writing' Guardian Bruce Chatwin sets off on a journey through South America in this wistful classic travel book With its unique, roving structure and beautiful...

The world's favourite pocket travel guidesMake the most of your trip to London with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the...

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Malta & Gozo is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to...

Completely revised, this is the second edition of the sea kayaking guidebook - Oileain, The Irish Islands. The guide describes 270 more islands than the previous edition, has a wealth...

Lonely Planet's Pocket Vienna is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Marvel at the imperial palaces, take in the atmosphere of a...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to New York City.Discover New York City's most popular experiences and best...

Whether you want to enjoy a coffee in Krakow's iconic market square, explore the cavernous Wieliczka salt mine, or simply indulge in moreish Pierogi, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes...

While it might be best known as the center of US political life, there's more to Washington, DC than the corridors of power - think historic monuments and compelling museums,...

Lonely Planet's Korea is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the dramatic landscape of Jeju-do,...

Lonely Planet's Spain is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Admire the works of Gaudi...

A vibrant metropolis, Istanbul is a city of contrasts - Byzantine monuments, Ottoman mosques and historic markets share space with modern art galleries, stylish bars and contemporary restaurants.Make the most...

Whether you want to wander around fairy-tale Krakow, spy rare bison in Bialowieza Forest, or hike among the snow-capped Tatra Mountains, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience...

Lonely Planet's Brazil is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Marvel at Iguacu Falls, take a...

The spectacular Dingle Peninsula in southwest Ireland extends westward into the Atlantic from Tralee to Slea Head. Voted among the Top 100 destinations in the world by TripAdvisor and referred...

l show you the way! * Also by this author: 'Northern Ireland: A Walking Guide'. For a complete list of walking guides available from The Collins Press, see www.collinspress.ie

Gran Canaria's towering mountains, pristine beaches, cosmopolitan towns and distinctive mix of Old and New World cultures make it an irresistible destination to visit.Make the most of your trip to...

Old world charm, modern architecture and natural beauty in abundance, Stockholm offers something for everyone - think enchanting historic centre, world class museums, a plethora of superlative restaurants and impeccable...

An atmospheric island bursting with history, culture and natural beauty. Whether you want to hike across rugged mountains, spot flamingoes near Cagliari or simply sip a glass of Cannonau overlooking...

Now updated to include newer maps and photos, this comprehensive guidebook to the Camino de Santiago and its offshoots contains all the information needed by modern-day pilgrims wishing to walk...

Visit a sprawling metropolis where the past and future collide. Whether you want to sample classic cuisine, glimpse ground-breaking contemporary art or take an unforgettable trip to Mount Fuji, your...

Welcome to Amsterdam - a city where the past and present collide.Whether you want to cruise the narrow waterways, wonder at the works of the Old Masters in the Rijksmuseum,...

Best Irish Walks' has been for many years the leading single-volume guide to hill walking in Ireland. It describes over 75 different routes ranging from formidable climbs in the Kerry...

Inside Lonely Planet's Chicago Travel Guide: What's NEW in this edition? Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020's COVID-19 outbreak...

Lonely Planet's Morocco is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the Marrakesh medina, wander the...

Cultural, cosmopolitan and cool - Copenhagen offers stunning royal residences, magnificent churches, world-class restaurants, cosy cafes and trendy bars.Make the most of your trip to this stylish city with DK...

Whether you want to enjoy a spectacular sunrise at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, sip craft beer in one of Melbourne's many hidden bars or drive along the epic Great Ocean...

Bursting with beautiful photography, this alternative bucket list takes some of the world's best-known sights, experiences and destinations - everything from over-visited national parks to crowded museums - and reveals...

Lonely Planet's Costa Rica is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Find the perfect wave in...

'Magic that takes you out, far out, of this time and this world.'George Bernard Shaw, after a visit to SkelligThis is the story of two of the world's most stunning...

Lonely Planet's China is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore Beijing's Forbidden City, climb the...

Lonely Planet's Spain is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Launch into Barcelona's whirl of nightlife,...

Berlitz Pocket Guide Cape Verde Islands: iconic style, a bestselling brand, this is the quintessential pocket-sized travel guide to the Cape Verde Islands- Compact, concise, and packed with essential information,...

This book helps you relive the incredible Africa challenge, the amphibious vehicles, building a convertible, and the launching of the faithful Robin Reliant into the beyond.

Women kill for the same reasons as men: greed, revenge, self-defence. They kill to get themselves out of embarrassing situations or to keep their dirty secrets hidden. But they also...

THE #1 IRISH TIMES BESTSELLERFor almost forty years, Paul Williams has chronicled the life and crimes of some of Ireland's most notorious godfathers, killers and thieves. In Crooks he brings...

From the recent notorious and horrific murders of Rachel O'Reilly, Dolores McCrea and Siobhan Kearney, cases are outlined as far back as the poisoning of Margaret Lehman in Dublin of...

THE CHILLING NEW BOOK FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR, HOWARD SOUNES THAT SHEDS NEW LIGHT ON THE FRED AND ROSE WEST MURDER INVESTIGATIONSThirty years since the death of Fred West and the...