Moleskine Shell Medium

ZIP - A device (Usualy Metal) used for temporarily attaching two pieces of fabric together

Black - A colour which does not emit any colour of the spectrum. Black absorbs all frequencies of the spectrum.

Cm - Centimetres, one centimetre is equal to 10 milimetres

water - A chemical substance. Chemical formula H2O.

Small - something that takes up less space than normal.

Shell - A hard external structure or surface.

Zip - A Fastening which can open and close to get inside.

Pocket - A bag shaped insert in clothing used to carry items

Sturdy - something hat is very stable and is solidly built.

Ideal - Something that satisfies a perfect criteria.

Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.