Shortlisted for a 2018 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Award. Nick Hunt sets off on an unlikely quest: to follow four of Europe`s winds across the continent. His wind-walks begin on Cross Fell, the highest point of the Pennines, as he chases the roaring Helm
- the only named wind in Britain. In southern Europe he follows the Bora
- a bitter northerly that blows from Trieste through Slovenia & down the Croatian coast. His hunt for the `snow-eating` Foehn becomes a meandering journey of exhilaration & despair through the Alpine valleys of Switzerl&, & his final walk traces an ancient pilgrims` path in the south of France on the trail of the Mistral
- the `wind of madness` which animated & tormented Vincent Van Gogh. These are journeys into wild wind, but also into wild landscapes & the people who inhabit them
- a cast of meteorologists, storm chasers, mountain men, eccentric wind enthusiasts, sailors & shepherds. Soon Nick finds himself borne along by the very forces he is pursuing, through rain, blizzards, howling gales, & back through time itself. For, where the wild winds are, there are also myths & legends, history & hearsay, science & superstition
- & occasionally remote mountain cabins packed with pickles, cured meats & homemade alcohol. Where the Wild Winds Are is a beautiful, unconventional travelogue that makes the invisible visible.




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Every time a lad came fowling on the St Kilda stacs, he went home less of a boy & more of a man. If he went home at all, that is... In the summer of 1727, a group of men & boys are put ashore on a remote sea stac to harvest birds for food. No one returns to collect them. Why? Surely nothing but the end of the world can explain why they have been abandoned to endure storms, starvation & terror. & how can they survive, housed in stone & imprisoned on every side by the ocean? ...

In the summerof 1727, a group of men & boys from St Kilda are put ashore on a remote seastac to harvest birds for food. No one returns to collect them. Why? Surelynothing but the end of the world can explain why they have been abandoned toendure storms, starvation & terror. & how can they survive, imprisoned on every side by the ocean? Inspired by a true event, this is abreathtaking story of nine boys & the courage it takes to survive against theodds, from three-time winner of the Whitbread/ Costa Children`s Book Award Geraldine Mc Caughrean. ...

With 3 million copies in print in over 50 languages, Where There Is No Doctor is the most widely used health care manual in use in developing countries today. Using simple language & hundreds of drawings, the book provides information about recognising, treating & preventing common illnesses & injuries. But it is far more than simple first aid information. It covers a wide range of subjects that affect the health of the villager
- from diarrhoea to tuberculosis, from helpful & harmful home remedies to the cautious use of certain modern medicines. Special importance is placed on cleanliness, a healthy diet, vaccination, childbirth & family planning. The African edition covers diseases commonly found in Africa.
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500 of the world`s most revered brewers reveal the little-known, eclectic, & surprising destinations they visit for their ultimate beer. Where to Drink Beer is the ultimate guide by the real experts
- 500 of the world`s most revered brewers reveal the little-known, eclectic, & surprising destinations they visit for their ultimate beer. With 1, 600 listings in more than 70 countries
- & detailed maps, reviews, key information, honest comments, & suggestions
- there is nothing like it. Designed in the same visually striking format as Phaidon`s bestselling Where Chefs Eat, this book guides thirsty beer fans toward the best places across the globe to find the best examples of the world`s most popular beverage.


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Wherever you are in the world, there are wineries that are worth visiting, vineyards that are ready to be explored & cellars packed with great bottles begging to be drunk. Among more than 30 countries & regions (and some 400 wineries), this book explores the classic destinations, reveals hidden gems in well-known wine country, & celebrates emerging wine-producing locations. Where to Drink Wine travels country-by-country, region-by-region highlighting the must-visit wineries in each location. Its the definitive guide for the travelling wine-lover. Practical & evocative, colourful & comprehensive, its information covers the traditions, innovations & character of each winery & will help you decide where to go, the best tour for you, & what to expect when you get there. From Bordeaux to New York State, Tuscany to China, let Where to Drink Wine tempt you to tour the world, estate by estate. ...

There`s nothing quite like being in the right place at the right time. That`s why our 2019 wall calendar is themed around Where To Go When, our collection of the world`s best trips & experiences each month. Packed with ideas, insights & beautiful photos, it promises to inspire you for the year ahead. Each month in our Where To Go When Wall Calendar showcases one of the world`s most exciting destinations & reveals why it`s the perfect time to visit. The calendar also

Features: • Interesting travel facts & destination information • Planning tools & need-to-knows • International holidays About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company & the world`s number one travel guidebook br&, providing both inspiring & trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we`ve printed over 145 million guidebooks & grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You`ll also find our content on lonelyplanet.com, mobile, video & in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair & lifestyle books, ebooks, & more.

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There`s nothing quite like being in the right place at the right time. That`s why our 2019 diary is themed around Where To Go When, our collection of the world`s best trips & experiences each month. Packed with ideas, insights & beautiful photos, you`ll be inspired to start planning your adventures for the year ahead. For each month of our Where To Go When Diary, we showcase one of the world`s best destinations & reveal what makes a visit during this time so special. Inside, you`ll also find: A week-to-view layout Plenty of space to record your trips Useful information to start planning About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company & the world`s number one travel guidebook br&, providing both inspiring & trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we`ve printed over 145 million guidebooks & grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You`ll also find our content on lonelyplanet.com, mobile, video & in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair & lifestyle books, ebooks, & more. ...

Discover the best that Great Britain & Ireland have to offer with this indispensable companion. Whatever you`re looking for, from hiking the West Highland Way, to birdwatching on the Yorkshire coast, exploring Constable country, enjoying the amusements at Brighton Pier, admiring the splendor of Windsor castle or tracing history along the Giants Causeway, Where to Go When: Great Britain & Ireland book shows the best time of year to visit. Written by a team of travel experts, Where to Go When: Great Britain & Ireland combines informative text with sumptuous photography. With six different themes, from History & Heritage to Festivals & Events, plus our recommendations for the best pubs, restaurants, hotels & farmers` markets, there really is something for everyone. ...

This is the essential holiday planner, unearthing the best of every region of Great Britain & Ireland season by season. Whatever you`re looking for, from a family seaside holiday to a long hike in beautiful countryside, this book suggests suitable locations & the best time of year to visit each one. ...