The Oxford Student's Atlas is a completely revised, up-to-date atlas with digital maps that are accurate & easy-to-read. Satellite images are used to enhance & clarify map detail & the easy-to-use features include a multi-access contents page, clear explanations of graphics, a two-colour index of place names, & flags of the world at a usable size. There is comprehensive coverage of the British Isles at a convenient scale of 1:100 000, together with world mapping & an eight-page world statistical section. It

Includes:: mapping on motivating topics such as globalisation, climate change, disease, refugees, & the world's most exciting holiday destinations, that will appeal to students.

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The county of Oxfordshire has a rich history, from world renowned academic institutions, to stunning architecture & surrounding ...

The UK`s best loved stock cube is, of course, OXO`s. Invaluable for super-tasty gravy, casseroles, soups & more, they have been used by cooks around the country for more than a hundred years. Today, OXO`s range of flavour-enhancing products are at the heart of so many kitchens, whether you are a modern foodie who likes to experiment with new flavours, a time-poor parent who wants to make good family food, or anyone who likes to put their own twist on everyday dishes. This is a cookbook for all of these people, with 50 simple, hassle-free dishes for every occasion, from quick weekday suppers, to family Sundays & special meals. There are soups, one-pot wonders, global dishes, pot roasts, pies & hotpots, pasta dishes, & sides & sauces. Every recipe is beautifully photographed & makes the most of OXO`s easy, versatile ingredients so that you can make brilliant meals with minimum effort. ...

An informative overview of the Ozarks region of Missouri & Arkansas provides a close-up look at the area's colorful history & lore, as well as hundreds of listings for inns, B& Bs, hotels, cabins, resorts, & campgrounds, as well as dining recommendations to suit any taste or budget, a guide to local attractions, festivals & natural wonders. ...

Over 100 magical & exciting short stories to enjoy around the clock from the world`s best-loved children`s author, Enid Blyton. Find out just how mischievous Twinkle the elf is when he paints the walls of a dragon`s cave.. . Join Chitter the gnome as he discovers a Wishing-Balloon.. . Follow Edward the very brave pink teddy bear as he rescues his owner from a dark wood.. . And laugh at Twisty the Brownie as he learns the hard way why it`s unwise to pull nasty faces! Enid Blyton is arguably the most famous children`s author of all time, thanks to series such as The Wishing-Chair, The Faraway Tree-, The Mysteries, The Famous Five & The Secret Seven. She was also considered the queen of short, quirky stories full of imaginative adventures & unusual characters
- & many of these are contained here, in the pages of The O` Clock Tales Collection.
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THE PACIFIC, by Hugh Ambrose, is a gripping piece of historical writing following the intertwined odysseys of four U.S. Marines & a U.S. Navy carrier pilot within the Pacific theatre during World War II. Between America's retreat from China in late November 1941 & the moment General Mac Arthur's airplane touched down on the Japanese mainland in August 1945, five men connected by happenstance fought the key battles of the war against Japan. In THE PACIFIC, Hugh Ambrose focuses on the real-life stories of those five men, who put their lives on the line for their country. ...

The Pacific Crest Trail is Cicerone’s guide to walking from Mexico to Canada. Brian Johnson provides the information for the 2700 mile route from Mexican-US border town of Campo in South California, through Oregon & Washington, to Manning Park, just over the US-Canadian border. The trail has been purpose built for back-packers & horse-riders & most people undertake the route, or bits of it, in shorter sections at a time, however, every summer several hundred people take on the challenge of thru’-hiking the entire route. Information for bit or thru’ hikers is provided in the guide. The route is described in 101 2-3 day sections with 174 informative section maps & full information about en-route facilities, with schedules for 110 to 180-day thru’-hikes. Full information on how to use the guide is given. For a sample of how route maps are presented, with altitude cross sections, timings, descriptions, facility & topographical symbols, please see the sample page image provided. The introduction to the guide covers information on things such as weather patterns, plant, wildlife & geology, planning, preparation, wilderness hiking & equipment. Chapters then deal with the PCT as it wends through Southern California, The High Sierra, Northern California, Oregon & Washington. Appendices provide local information for European hikers, useful addresses & a selection of schedules & summaries. ...

Designated as one of the first two national scenic trails in 1968, the Pacific Crest Trail is a continuous footpath of more than 2, 650 miles from the Mexican border to the Canadian border through California, Oregon, & Washington. Hikers from all over the world are drawn to this trail to experience true American wilderness & to challenge them- selves whether for two miles or two thous&. The only illustrated book officially published with the Pacific Crest Trail Association, The Pacific Crest Trail explores this legendary footpath with more than 250 spectacular contemporary images, unpublished historical photos & documents from the PCTA archives, & even the official trail map folded into an inside pocket. This book is perfect for anyone interested in conservation, outdoor recreation, & for all those who dream of one day becoming thru-hikers themselves. ...

A comprehensive guidebook to the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), an epic 2650 mile trek through the USA from the Mexican border to British Columbia in Canada. One of the world`s best hikes, the route passes through California, Oregon & Washington State, taking in the Mojave desert, High Sierras, Cascades & countless more wild mountains of America`s west coast. The guidebook is divided into 101 sections of 2 to 3 days, which can be combined into longer days according to ability & preference. This comprehensive guide provides all the information & maps hikers will need. Alongside the notes & route descriptions, there are overview maps for the entire trail, & a detailed introduction that provides essential advice for planning & completing the route. From information on packing, supplies, water & bears, to details on the mountains, wildlife & regions encountered, this is an essential companion to taking on
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- this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The PCT boasts breathtaking scenery & varied landscapes, through deserts & forests, & over snow-covered passes & along alpine ridges. This is a long wilderness trek of true adventure & exploration through diverse & stunning mountain scenery.

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The Pacific Crossing Guide is an invaluable aid for anyone seeking to explore these waters. It takes you from the initial planning stages, preparing the boat & equipment & weather considerations to detailed information on the major ports you will find along the way. It discusses major route options from east to west & back again, including the classic South Pacific crossing, which takes in some of the most beautiful destinations in the world. The Pacific Crossing Guide gives practical advice on health & provisioning issues & tips on keeping in touch whilst away. The comprehensiveness of this new edition will both inspire dreamers & instill confidence in those about to depart. This is the definitive reference on the subject, relied upon by many thousands of cruisers. ...