Places & peoples: general & pictorial works

  • World Cocktail Adventures

    £15.00

    A fun, fully illustrated cocktail book with a travel twist!

  • The Po

    £25.00

    A journey along the River Po and through Italian history, society and culture, from journalist and author Tobias Jones.

  • Magical Venice

    £22.00

    Combining essential insider details, cultural information, must-see attractions, and detailed maps with glorious custom photography, ‘Magical Venice’ is the ultimate handbook for modern nomads, including both savvy travelers and novice tourists.

  • Look Up London

    £12.99

    Have you ever noticed the 1920s entrance to the Tower Subway hidden in the shadows of the Tower of London? Or wondered why some of the railings of London housing estates have strange curves? Did you know Hyde Park has a pet cemetery, or about the now defunct London railway that transported over 200,000 people to their final resting place? These are just some of the fascinating details that Blue Badge guide Katie Wignall reveals in this absorbing guide to the secrets of London hidden in plain sight. When we raise our eye-line above our phones and take time to look around us, we can discover a whole world of incredible history just waiting to be spotted.

  • Hikes

    £18.99

    Whether you’re planning a getaway or just want to visit some of the world’s most inspirational outdoor destinations from the comfort of your couch, this is the perfect wanderlust guide.

  • The Year I Stopped to Notice

    £12.99

    Inspired by her popular Twitter account, ‘The Year I Stopped To Notice’ brings together Miranda Keeling’s observations of the magic, humour, strangeness and beauty in ordinary life. Through the changing seasons, on city streets and on buses, in parks and cafes, Miranda notices things: moments between friends, the interactions of strangers, children delighting in the world around them, the quiet melancholy of lost items on the pavement.

  • Under the Stars. Europe

    £19.99

    From wild camping to curling up in a cabin, discover the most amazing places to sleep under the stars in Europe. Featuring 20 countries, Lonely Planet’s experts highlight the continent’s best campsites, huts and cabins. Discover practical information including local camping rules, advice on when to visit, how to get there and what gear to bring.

  • Atlas of Forgotten Places

    £20.00

    From eerie ghost towns to epic undersea monuments, armchair travellers and adventure seekers will be captivated by this curious atlas of strange and surreal abandoned sites across the world. It follows on from the success of the award-winning title Atlas of Vanishing Places, and forms part of an atlas series that offers lesser-known histories of hidden, fascinating locations worldwide.

  • Great World Wonders

    £22.00

    Travel enthusiast and writer Michael Turtle offers a curated guide to the best UNESCO World Heritage sites around the globe, each with a fascinating tale and insight into our shared humanity.

  • Great Britain

    £20.00

    A new travel guide to Great Britain, from the guys behind the successful travel blog Hand Luggage Only

  • Armchair Explorer

    £17.99

    Calling culture lovers: sample music, films and books from 120 countries without leaving your armchair. Perfect preparation for travellers or simply a satisfying journey into the unknown, this book lists the five most interesting books and movies from each country, plus its top ten tunes.

  • London’s Museums and Galleries

    £9.99

    A curated selection of 95 London museums and galleries, from the obscure to the resplendent.Â