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The OS Landranger Map series covers Great Britain with 204 detailed
maps, perfect for day trips and short breaks. Each map provides all
the information you need to get to know your local area and
includes places of interest, tourist information, picnic areas and
camp sites, plus Rights of Way information for England and Wales.
OS Landranger now includes a digital version of the paper map,
accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps.
The OS Explorer Active range of OL maps now includes a digital
version of the paper map, accessed through the OS smartphone app,
OS Maps.
The OS Landranger Map series covers Great Britain with 204 detailed
maps, perfect for day trips and short breaks. Each map provides all
the information you need to get to know your local area and
includes places of interest, tourist information, picnic areas and
camp sites, plus Rights of Way information for England and Wales.
OS Landranger now includes a digital version of the paper map,
accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps.
The Great Indian Arc of the Meridian, begun in 1800, was the longest measurement of the earth's surface ever to have been attempted. Its 1600 miles of inch perfect survey took nearly fifty years, cost more lives than most contemporary wars, and involved equations more complex than any in the pre-computer age. Hailed as 'one of the most stupendous works in the history of science', it was also one of the most perilous. Through hill and jungle, flood and fever, an intrepid band of surveyors carried the Arc from the southern tip of the Indian subcontinent up into the frozen wastes of the Himalayas. William Lambton, an endearing genius, had conceived the idea; George Everest, an impossible martinet, completed it. Both found the technical difficulties horrendous. With instruments weighing half a ton, their observations had often to be conducted from flimsy platforms ninety feet above the ground or from mountain peaks enveloped in blizzard. Malaria wiped out whole survey parties; tigers and scorpions also took their toll. Yet the results were commensurate. The Great Arc made possible the mapping of the entire Indian subcontinent and the development of its roads, railways and telegraphs. India as we now know it was defined in the process. The Arc also resulted in the first accurate measurements of the Himalayas, an achievement which was acknowledged by the naming of the world's highest mountain in honour of Everest. More important still, by producing new values for the curvature of the earth's surface, the Arc significantly advanced our knowledge of the exact shape of our planet. "More extraordinary than any fiction." CHARLOTTE CORY, MAIL ON SUNDAY "A triumph." ANDREW TAYLOR, LITERARY REVIEW "This wonderful book – surely Keay's most compelling, and one of the most remarkable works of non-fiction to be published this year – is a fitting monument not just to Everest but also to the Great Arc itself." WILLIAM DALRYMPLE, SUNDAY TIMES
'Exquisitely written ... Be prepared to be swept away on an
incredible journey' Brad Thor, #1 bestselling author of Black Ice
'A story about magical maps that lead to your heart's desire [and]
the people who would do anything to find them ... A vastly rich
experience' Charles Soule, author of The Oracle Year * Some places
you won't find on any maps. Others, are only on maps . . . Nell
Young hasn't spoken to her father, the world-respected cartographer
Dr. Daniel Young, in years - but this morning he was found dead in
his office at the New York Public Library. When they last met, Dr
Young fired Nell after an argument over a seemingly worthless
mass-produced highway map. Now every copy of this map is being
found and destroyed . . . To find out why, Nell will embark on a
dangerous journey into the heart of a conspiracy beyond belief,
discovering her family's darkest secrets and the true power that
lies in maps . . . * 'A bedazzling metaphysical tale of lost and
found.' Booklist 'Deeply satisfying ... Brilliant.' Washington Post
'A shimmering delight, full of wonder, danger, and marvel.' Library
Journal
OS Explorer is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is
recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking,
horse riding and off-road cycling. The OS Explorer range now
includes a digital version of the paper map, accessed through the
OS smartphone app, OS Maps. Providing complete GB coverage the
series details essential information such as youth hostels, pubs
and visitor information as well as rights of way, permissive paths
and bridleways.
OS Landranger now includes a digital version of the paper map,
accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps.
Pelion Peninsula with Mt Mavrovouni on a waterproof and
tear-resistant, double-sided, contoured and GPS compatible hiking
map at 1:45,000 from Anavasi highlighting 20 recommended hiking
trails, beaches, campsites, etc. All place names are in both Greek
and Latin alphabet. Coverage extends from the southern tip of the
peninsula northwards across Mt. Pelio and Volos to Sklithro north
of Mt Mavrovouni. The map has contours at 20m intervals, with light
relief shading, altitude colouring and numerous spot heights. Road
network indicates dirt roads in poor condition, gives distances on
most small local roads, and shows locations of petrol stations.
Footpaths are graded to show narrow or poorly defined paths, with
20 recommended routes highlighted and cross-referenced to details
of their length and approximate hiking time. Symbols mark locations
of various places of interest, including campsites, beaches,
archaeological sites, etc. The map has a 1km UTM grid plus
crosshairs at 1' intervals. Detachable map cover includes an index
of settlements in both scripts. Map legend and all the text include
English.
(Edition revised in 2022), MICHELIN National Map QUEBEC will give
you an overall picture of your journey thanks to its clear and
accurate mapping scale 1/1,100,000. Our National Map Series will
help you easily plan your safe and enjoyable journey thanks to a
comprehensive key, a complete name index as well a clever time
& distance chart. Michelin's driving information will help you
navigate safely in all circumstances. In addition, some MICHELIN
National Maps are cross-referenced with the MICHELIN Green Guide
highlighting destinations worth stopping for! With MICHELIN
National Maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN NATIONAL MAPS
feature: * Up-to-date mapping * A scale adapted to the size of the
country * A clear and comprehensive key * Distance and time chart *
Place name index * Driving and road safety information * Tourist
sights information Our maps are regularly updated even if the ISBN
does not change.
This handy pocket-sized guide is packed with ideas for things to do
in Madrid, and includes a sturdy pull-out map to help you navigate
with ease: everything you need for a perfect day out. From
people-watching on Plaza Mayor to exploring world-class art in the
magnificent Museo del Prado - discover the essential sights of
Madrid with this great-value, concise travel guide and map. Inside
Madrid Pocket Map and Guide: - Compact format - about the size of a
mobile phone - means you can slip it in your pocket on a day trip
or short stay - Easy-to-use pull-out map shows Madrid in detail,
and includes a Metro map - Colour-coded area guide makes it easy to
find information quickly and plan your day - Illustrations show the
inside of Toledo Cathedral, El Escorial and Palacio Real - Colour
photographs of Madrid's museums, architecture, shops, cathedrals
and more - Covers Old Madrid, Bourbon Madrid, Around La Castellana
and more On a longer break? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Madrid for
a more in-depth guide to the city. About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK's
highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you,
with easy-to-read maps, tips and tours to inform and enrich your
holiday. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher,
producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in
over 120 countries.
(Edition updated in 2019) The MICHELIN zoom map Pays Varois is the
ideal travel companion to fully explore this French tourist
destination thanks to its easy-to-use format and its scale of
1/100,000. The map covers the areas and cities of Marseille, Toulon
and St Raphael. The Zoom collection are characterized by the high
precision of their detailed scale, specially adapted for very
touristy areas or with a high density road network, including new
developments and industrial areas. In addition to clarity,
reliability and up-to-date information, all Michelin cartography
features include a wealth of practical information: places and
monuments of tourist interest, picturesque tours, areas for sports
and leisure activities ... Useful plans of cities and a practical
index of localities. Also the maps contain places of interest and
signposting of tracks for bicycles and green-ways. MICHELIN ZOOM
MAPS are perfect to discover major tourist areas, with a high level
of details in an easy to use format. They nicely complement our
Michelin Guides and include: * Various leisure activities, such as
water parks, tourist trains, horse racing, etc * Scenic routes and
tourist sights crossed referenced with the famous Michelin's Green
Guides * Camping sites information from Michelin's Camping Guides *
Hotel information from the world famous MICHELIN Guides
Providing complete GB coverage the series details essential
information such as youth hostels, pubs and visitor information as
well as rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways
National Geographic's Trails Illustrated Maps are the most detailed
and up-to-date topographic recreation maps available for US
National Parks, National Forests and other popular outdoor
recreation areas. A necessity for exploring the outdoors, each map
is printed on waterproof, tear-resistant material. They also
contain key safety and contact information, GPS and compass
coordinates, Leave No Trace ethical guidelines and hundreds of
points-of-interest, including scenic viewpoints, campgrounds, boat
launches, swimming areas, marine sanctuaries and wildlife refuges.
Scale : 1:100,000 Flat Size : 965 x 660 mm.
(Edition updated in 2019) MICHELIN zoom map Foret Noire, Alsace,
Rhine valley is the ideal travel companion to fully explore this
French destination thanks to its easy-to-use format and its scale
of 1/200,000. The Zoom collection are characterized by the high
precision of their detailed scale, specially adapted for very
touristy areas or with a high density road network, including new
developments and industrial areas. In addition to clarity,
reliability and up-to-date information, all Michelin cartography
features include a wealth of practical information: places and
monuments of tourist interest, picturesque tours, areas for sports
and leisure activities ... Useful plans of cities and a practical
index of localities. Also the maps contain places of interest and
signposting of tracks for bicycles and green-ways. MICHELIN ZOOM
MAPS are perfect to discover major tourist areas, with a high level
of details in an easy to use format. They nicely complement our
Michelin Guides and include: * Various leisure activities, such as
water parks, tourist trains, horse racing, etc * Scenic routes and
tourist sights crossed referenced with the famous Michelin's Green
Guides * Camping sites information from Michelin's Camping Guides *
Hotel information from the world famous MICHELIN Guides
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