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Lonely Planet Western Europe

Lonely Planet Western Europe

by Lonely Planet

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2009
  • PAPER
  • 1156 PAGES

A guide to all the Western European countries, with a good overview of culture, history and nature, and information on excursions, accommodations and sightseeing, (EUR70, $28.99)

 
Europe Grand Tour Map

Europe Grand Tour Map


by Freytag & Berndt

  • 2007
  • MAP

This regional map of Europe (1:2,000,000) covers the river routes between Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest and Prague in good detail. As a bonus it includes a booklet of detailed city maps of Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London, Paris, Prague, Rome, Venice and Vienna. (EUR185, $14.95)

Europe Wall Map


by

  • 1998
  • MAP

A full color wall map of Europe in the National Geographic style. (EUR136, $14.99)

Europe by Eurail, How to Tour Europe by Train

Europe by Eurail, How to Tour Europe by Train


by Laverne Ferguson

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2009
  • PAPER
  • 536 PAGES

A comprehensive travel guide to the 17-country Eurail Pass system, updated annually. (EUR76, $19.95)

European Cruises & Ports of Call

European Cruises & Ports of Call


by Frommer's

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 438 PAGES

A practical guide to choosing, booking and preparing for a cruise in the Mediterranean, Baltic, British Isles and Northern Europe. (EUR230, $24.99)

Lonely Planet Europe on a Shoestring


by Lonely Planet

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2009
  • PAPER
  • 1284 PAGES

A practical guide to traveling Europe on a budget. (EUR137, $27.99)

The Global Citizen: A Guide to Creating an International Life and Career


by Elizabeth Kruempelmann

  • REFERENCE
  • 2002
  • PAPER
  • 384 PAGES

(GEN248, $16.95)

Wine Country Europe, Touring, Tasting, And Buying At European Regional Wineries

Wine Country Europe, Touring, Tasting, And Buying At European Regional Wineries


by Ornella D'Alessio | Marco Santini

  • FOOD
  • 2005
  • HARD COVER
  • 324 PAGES

Part how-to, part guidebook, part picture book, this charming coffee table treat covers sprawling French vineyards as well as lesser-known hidden treasures in Austria and Hungary. (EUR191, $35.00)

Clara's Grand Tour, Travels With a Rhinoceros in Eighteenth-century Europe

Clara's Grand Tour, Travels With a Rhinoceros in Eighteenth-century Europe


by Glynis Ridley

  • HISTORY
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 240 PAGES

The entertaining history of an Indian rhinoceros named Clara, who was brought to Europe in 1741 by a Dutch sea captain and toured for seventeen years, to the delight of several heads of state. (FRN536, $12.00)

What Kind of Europe?


by Loukas Tsoukalis

  • HISTORY
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 256 PAGES

A lively insightful analysis of the Euoropean Union, its furture and impact on the economy. (EUR155, $123.00)

The Gothic Enterprise, A Guide to Understanding the Medieval Cathedral

The Gothic Enterprise, A Guide to Understanding the Medieval Cathedral


by Robert A. Scott

  • ART & ARCHITECTURE
  • 2005
  • PAPER
  • 294 PAGES

An enthusiast, Scott delves into the history, design, architecture and wonder of Europe's medieval cathedrals and great Abbey churches. (EUR190, $21.95)

A Tramp Abroad

A Tramp Abroad


by Mark Twain | David Eggers | Kerry Driscoll

  • TRAVEL NARRATIVE
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 400 PAGES

Written 11 years after Innocents Abroad, this is Twain's second foray into European travel. Filled with his characteristic wit and humorous observations, it documents his journeys through Germany, Switzerland, France and Italy. Now with an introduction by Dave Eggers. (EUR78, $14.95)

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