Some of the must-visit destiantions featured are great wonders of nature, but the majority are creations of human beings - towns and cities, cathedrals, castles, museums, gardens and markets - all testament to the industry, ingenuity and perserverance of mankind. Some of them, like the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal, or the Acropolis, are famous throughout the world but many are little known. Were you to visit the spectacular lagoon at Dakhla or the beautiful temple of Wat Tham Paplong for example, ther is still every chance that you would be the only tourist there.
19 cm x 23 cm 544 page softcover.

"Within decades of the building of Canada's first trains in the nineteenth century, the railways entered their ""Golden Age"" when train journeys around the country were an exciting adventure, and when trade and immigration began to flow along the rails. A book for everyone interested in railway history, the development of Canada, and the nation's scenic and engineering wonders, The Golden Age of Canadian Railways takes a unique look at the glory day of the railways that helped create modern Canada.

31 cm x 26 cm 192 page hardcover."

Explore Canada's spectacular landscapes-from the majestic peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the brightly coloured homes that decorate the Atlantic cliffs of Newfoundland. There are hidden treasures to be found everywhere-delicate prairie cacti flourishing along the South Saskatchewan River, and ancient totems guarding the old growth forests of Haida Gwaii. Journey to the nation's capital in Ontario where you'll discover the Gothic Revival architecture of Ottawa's parliament buildings. Wander through the charming streets of Quebec City, some of them four centuries old. And discover the stark beauty of the world's most ancient landscapes in Ontario's Algonquin Park, and of the famous Quebec landmark Rocher Perce. The Little Giftbook of Canada traverses natural wonders, historic sites, and contemporary cities. Enjoy the phenomenal beauty and diversity of this vast country.

You will find most of the world's largest cities, such as Mexico City, Tokyo, Mumbai and New York, featured in this book, yet you can also read about many cities which are on a very different scale altogether. St. David's in Wales (with a population of only 1,600 it seems more of a village than a city), Bulgaria's 'Pearl of the Black Sea' Nessebar (population 10,000) or Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay's oldest city (population 22,000). Not surprisingly, some of the 501 cities are a lot more 'must-visit' palces than others! While Vancouver is, according to a recent survey, the world's most liveable city, Algiers is ranked as one of the worst cities in the world for crime, instability and poor infrastructure.
19 cm x 23 cm 544 page softcover.

Here you will find described the cave where 20 million bats roost, the remote Indian Ocean island that is hoem to 100,000 Giant Tortoises as well as the world's most active volcano, the longest cave system and the lake that is so deep that it would take all of the world's rivers more than a year to refill it. Mountain ranges, deserts, gorges, rivers, glaciers, marshes, cliffs, waterfalls, coral reefs, tropical rainforests - there is a wealth of wonders here to exhaust even the most intrepid of armchair travellers.
19 cm x 23 cm 544 page softcover.

16 cm x 21 cm 160 page pocket hardcover.

29 cm x 29 cm 240 page hard cover.

A breathtaking photographic portrait of Canadas mountains.The Rocky Mountains contain some of North Americas most stunning landscapes. Geological forces such as wind, water, and glaciers shaped this mountain range into the beautiful expanse we see today. Stretching all the way across Canadas west and extending into the United States, the flora and fauna of the Rocky Mountains is as diverse as it is beautiful. This book captures the heart and soul of the entire Rocky Mountain region in dazzling detail.The Canadian Rockies are one of this countrys most important and best-known natural features. They span western North America, on a north-south axis stretching from Idaho and Montana to northern British Columbia. In Canada, five national parks, Banff, Jasper, Yoho, Kootenay, and Waterton, along with countless provincial parks and forest reserves, endeavour to protect the natural environment of this important biome. Teeming with wildlife, the Rockies are a travel destination for millions of people from all over the world. Celebrated photographer Mike Grandmaison captures the Rockies as no other photographer has done, drawing from a large selection of never-before published images of the mountains, and including grand landscapes and majestic views, more intimate views interspersed with some wildlife and plant life. His spectacular photographs cover the entire geographical area in Canada and include images taken in every season and demonstrating the habitats changing moods.

30 cm x 28 cm 200 page hard cover.

Born and educated in Africa, Peter and Beverly Pickford are inveterate travellers who, in the course of their 28-year career as professional photographers and authors, have come to know contemporary, rural and wild Africa intimately. In African Safari they look to the root of what has for centuries drawn explorers, adventurers and the curious to Africa's wild lands and to the significance of the land that compels us to regard it as sacred.

27 cm x 30 cm 300 page hardcover.

The first definitive guide to Canada''s most beautiful and significant churches.

In every city and town in Canada, churches stand as monuments to our spiritual, ethnic and architectural heritage. With as many styles as there are denominations of faith, these buildings tell the story of 250 years of immigrants bringing their Old World traditions into a New World landscape, and of how these traditions changed over time as the country moved west.

These magnificent buildings were constructed by many different denominations and in very different styles, but they all have in common the desire to create a lasting and suitable monument to their faith.

Canadian Churches: An Architectural History is the first definitive guide to more than 250 of the most beautiful and significant churches across the country. Peter Richardson and Douglas Richardson provide the history of each church, including its construction, subsequent alterations or additions, the early congregation, and any architectural details that make these churches unique and noteworthy.

Packed with more than 400 photographs, this book is as beautiful as it is informative. The authors have captured the essence of the buildings as well as the human drama and passion that led to their creation. The rich history and beauty bring a romance to the "architecture of religion" that will leave readers captivated, regardless of their faith.

Canadian Churches is a must for anyone interested in Canadian architecture, history and religion.