Silk Roads: A New History of the World by Peter Frankopan

$25.00 NZD

Category: History

The sun is setting on the Western world. Slowly but surely, the direction in which the world spins has reversed- where for the last five centuries the globe turned westwards on its axis, it now turns to the east. For centuries, fame and fortune were to be found in the west - in the New World of the Amer icas. Today, it is the east which calls out to those in search of riches and adventure. Sweeping right across Central Asia and deep into China and India, a region that once took centre stage is again rising to dominate global politics, commerce and culture. A major reassessment of world history, The Silk Roads is a dazzling exploration of the forces that have driven the rise and fall of empires, determined the flow of ideas and goods and are now heralding a new dawn in international affairs. ...Show more

Wonderland: The New Zealand Photographs of Whites Aviation by Peter Alsop

$50.00 NZD

Category: Travel

Lord of the Rings Location Guidebook by Ian Brodie

$46.00 NZD

Category: Travel | Series: Lord of the Rings Film Tie-In

Since the first screening of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in 2001, New Zealand has become the embodiment of Middle-earth to millions of moviegoers and Tolkien readers the world over. This definitive full-colour guidebook, updated in 2011, showcases the principal movie-set locations around New Zealand as seen in all three films. A perfect reference book for everyone enchanted by the beauty of the locations in the movie trilogy, it contains valuable background information and exclusive anecdotes about the filming, with sections written specially by Sir Peter Jackson, Alan Lee, Sir Richard Taylor and Barrie Osborne, plus contributions from the cast and crew. Also includes: Exclusive movie and new location photographs; Specialty maps and location directions; GPS references to location sites; Touring information for travellers including accommodation and restaurants; Useful Internet addresses. ...Show more

Foreign Devils on the Silk Road: The Search for the Lost Treasures of Central Asia by Peter Hopkirk

$29.99 NZD

Category: Travel

The Silk Road, which linked imperial Rome and distant China, was once the greatest thoroughfare on earth. Along it travelled precious cargoes of silk, gold and ivory, as well as revolutionary new ideas. Its oasis towns blossomed into thriving centres of Buddhist art and learning.   In time it began to decline. The traffic slowed, the merchants left and finally its towns vanished beneath the desert sands to be forgotten for a thousand years. But legends grew up of lost cities filled with treasures and guarded by demons. In the early years of the last century foreign explorers began to investigate these legends, and very soon an international race began for the art treasures of the Silk Road. Huge wall paintings, sculptures and priceless manuscripts were carried away, literally by the ton, and are today scattered through the museums of a dozen countries.   Peter Hopkirk tells the story of the intrepid men who, at great personal risk, led these long-range archaeological raids, incurring the undying wrath of the Chinese. ...Show more

Lonely Planet Guide New Zealand 20 by Lonely Planet

$40.00 NZD

Category: Travel | Series: Country Guide Ser.

Lonely Planet's New Zealand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Glide through turquoise waters past pods of orcas in Bay of Islands; try black-water rafting in astonishing Waitomo Caves; watch the ground breathe steam i n volcanic Rotorua; and hit the slopes in Queenstown and Wanaka - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of New Zealand and begin your journey now. Inside Lonely Planet's New Zealand Color maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Covers Auckland, Bay of Islands & Northland, Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula, Taupo & the Central Plateau, Rotorua & the Bay of Plenty, the East Coast, Wellington & Around, Marlborough & Nelson, the West Coast, Christchurch & Canterbury, Dunedin & Otago, Queenstown & Wanaka, Fiordland & Southland Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's New Zealand's North Island or New Zealand's South Island for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer. ...Show more

Sixteen Days in Sikkim - Things to Do While Walking Downhill by Antony B. Shadbolt

$20.00 NZD

Category: Travel

The Lord of the Rings Location Guidebook by Ian Brodie

$29.00 NZD

Category: Travel

New Zealand has become the embodiment of Middle-earth to millions of moviegoers and Tolkien readers the world over. This full-colour guidebook showcases the principal movie set locations around New Zealand as seen in all three 'Lord of the Rings' films.

I Am an Island by Tamsin Calidas

$37.00 NZD

Category: Travel

'The memoir of the year' - Vogue 'Completely astonishing...the fragility of life transcended and restored by the triumphant pull of a determination to survive' - Juliet Nicolson When Tamsin Calidas first arrives on a remote island in the Scottish Hebrides, it feels like coming home. Disenchanted by Lo ndon, she and her husband left the city and high-flying careers to move the 500 miles north, despite having absolutely no experience of crofting, or of island life. It was idyllic, for a while. But as the months wear on, the children she'd longed for fail to materialise, and her marriage breaks down, Tamsin finds herself in ever-increasing isolation. Injured, ill, without money or friend she is pared right back, stripped to becoming simply a raw element of the often harsh landscape. But with that immersion in her surroundings comes the possibility of rebirth and renewal. Tamsin begins the slow journey back from the brink. Startling, raw and extremely moving, I Am An Island is a story about the incredible ability of the natural world to provide when everything else has fallen away - a stunning book about solitude, friendship, resilience and self-discovery. ...Show more

New Zealand's South Island Road Trips 1 (Lonely Planet) by Brett Atkinson; Lonely Planet Publications Staff

$23.00 NZD

Category: Travel | Series: Road Trips Ser.

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Discover the freedom of open roads withLonely Planet New Zealand's South Island Road Trips, your passport to uniquely encountering New Zealand's South Islandby car. Featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations y ou'll visit along the way, you can enjoy whale watching along the Kalkoura Coast or absorb stunning lake scenery at Milford Sound, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to New Zealand's South Island, rent a car, and hit the road Inside Lonely Planet New Zealand's South Island Road Trips: Lavish colour and gorgeous photographythroughout Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests Get around easily - easy-to-read, full-colour route maps, detailed directions Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Useful features - including Detours, Walking Tours and Link Your Trip Covers Christchurch, Canterbury, Marlborough, Queenstown, Wanaka, Blenheim, Nelson, Kalkoura Coast, Southern Alps, Milford Sound, Te Anau, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet New Zealand's South Island Road Trips is perfect for exploring New Zealand's South Islandvia the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car. Planning a New Zealand South Island trip sans a car? Lonely PlanetNew Zealand's South Island guide, our most comprehensive guide to New Zealand's South Island, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems. Looking for a guide focused on New Zealand's North Island? Check out Lonely Planet New Zealand's North Islandguide for a comprehensive look at all New Zealand's North Island hasto offer, or the New Zealand guide for all New Zealand has to offer, or for your next tramping adventure try Hiking & Tramping in New Zealand. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. ...Show more

Around the World Colouring Book (Lonely Planet Kids) by Claire Sipi

$15.00 NZD

Category: Travel | Series: Lonely Planet Kids

Discover a world of amazing cultural festivals--all ready to be brought to life by you! Pick your favourite colours and create vibrant masks, hot air balloons, sun gods and more as you travel the globe to celebrate Diwali in India, Carnevale in Venice, Day of the Dead in Mexico City, and beyond. Lonely Planet Kids' Around the World Colouring Bookis packed with photos, illustrations and fun facts about a variety of cultures, with plenty of blank spaces to fill. Festivals and scenes include: Independence Day in the USA Montreal International Jazz Festival musicians Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Buenos Aires's Tango Festival St Patrick's Day in Ireland German Christmas markets Breaking the fast of Ramadan in Turkey Timkat festival of baptism in Ethiopia Dragon and lion dances of Chinese New Year Naadam games festival in Mongolia Yeouido Cherry Blossom Festival in South Korea The world's biggest water fight at Songkran, Thailand Hungry Ghost Festival in Malaysia New Year's Eve in Sydney Also available: -Around the World Craft & Design Book-Around the World Fashion Sketchbook About Lonely Planet Kids:Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore! ...Show more

Around the World in 80 Trains: A 45,000-Mile Adventure by Monisha Rajesh

$25.00 NZD

Category: Travel

WINNER OF THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELLER AWARD FOR BEST TRAVEL BOOK 'Monisha Rajesh has chosen one of the best ways of seeing the world. Never too fast, never too slow, her journey does what trains do best. Getting to the heart of things. Prepare for a very fine ride' Michael PalinWhen Monisha Rajesh announced plans to circumnavigate the globe in eighty train journeys, she was met with wide-eyed disbelief. But it wasn't long before she was carefully plotting a route that would cover 45,000 miles - almost twice the circumference of the earth - coasting along the world's most remarkable railways; from the cloud-skimming heights of Tibet's Qinghai railway to silk-sheeted splendour on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Packing up her rucksack - and her fiancé, Jem - Monisha embarks on an unforgettable adventure that will take her from London's St Pancras station to the vast expanses of Russia and Mongolia, North Korea, Canada, Kazakhstan and beyond. The ensuing journey is one of constant movement and mayhem, as the pair strike up friendships and swap stories with the hilarious, irksome and ultimately endearing travellers they meet on board, all while taking in some of the earth's most breathtaking views. From the author of Around India in 80 Trains comes another witty and irreverent look at the world and a celebration of the glory of train travel. Rajesh offers a wonderfully vivid account of life, history and culture in a book that will make you laugh out loud - and reflect on what it means to be a global citizen - as you whirl around the world in its pages. ...Show more

Curiosities and Splendour - Lonely Planet by Lonely Planet

$33.00 NZD

Category: Travel | Series: Travel Literature Ser.

Journey back in time with this collection of classic travel writing from great authors and adventurers. These extraordinary odysseys over land and sea captivated audiences and gave them a glimpse into countries, cities and cultures like never before. Tales include Robert Falcon Scott's doomed Antarctic expedition of 1910-13; Robert Byron's ten-month journey through Persia to Afghanistan in the early 30s; Jack London's 1907 sailing adventure across the south Pacific; and Teddy Roosevelt's scientific exploration of the Brazilian jungle's exotic flora and fauna. Each author and their piece of writing is introduced by editor Mark Mackenzie, who gives context to the work and provides an insightful look into how travel has changed since they were originally published. Features extracts from: The Worst Journey in the World - Apsley Cherry-Garrard TheRoad to Oxiana - Robert Byron Sea and Sardinia- DH Lawrence Cruise of the Snark - Jack London American Notes - Charles Dickens Through the Brazilian Wilderness- Teddy Roosevelt Life on the Mississippi - Mark Twain Letters Written During a Short Residence in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark - Mary Wollstonecraft In Morocco - Edith Wharton Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa - David Livingstone The Histories - Herodotus South: The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition 1914-1917 - Ernest Shackleton About Lonely Planet:Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks and more. ...Show more