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Paris is known as the City of Lights, but it is really the City of Museums. Explore iconic centers of fine art with fresh eyes and dig deeper to uncover a world of museums dedicated to art and artists, science and industry, literature and film, and curiosities both unusual and fascinating. 111 Museums in Paris That You Must Not Miss highlights destinations, both well-known and obscure, where you will discover new treasures throughout this magnificent city.

111 Places in Boston That You Must Not Miss is a guidebook that takes you off the beaten path - and away from the Freedom Trail - to explore an unexpected side of the city. Revised and updated edition.Faneuil Hall is fine and the duck boats are just dandy, but if you want to go beyond the Boston of brochures and get to the heart of this mysterious, charming old metropolis, you have to dig deep and be willing to get a little weird. 111 Places in Boston That You Must Not Miss is a guidebook with a twist: one that takes you far off the beaten path - and the Freedom Trail - to explore a side of the city that's offbeat, unexpected, and completely fascinating for visitors and locals alike. Whether you want to pay your respects at the memorial for a fictional character, sneak behind a vending machine to go shopping for sneakers, sip cocktails where hardened criminals sat behind bars, or hang out with some life-sized puppets, you can do it all here... and before dinnertime, to boot. Throw on your Red Sox cap, hop on the T, and uncover some secrets along the way.

Discover the hidden gems, lesser-known stories, and off-the-beaten path locales that make Buffalo and Niagara Falls such an extraordinary place to visit. Revised and updated edition.In 111 Places in Buffalo That You Must Not Miss, author Brian Hayden reveals the lesser-known stories, off-the-beaten path locales, and hidden gems that make Buffalo and nearby Niagara Falls extraordinary. Journey through the region and explore century-old ethnic clubs, neighborhood taverns with incredible wings, a hiking trail in the shadow of a collapsed power plant, possible buried treasure in the Niagara River and the small town that invented the kazoo. Find out why Irish Civil War Veterans launched an invasion on Canada from Buffalo, how the manuscript of a Mark Twain masterpiece ended up in a downtown library, and where you can see a “stunter’s row” of daredevils buried together in a Niagara Falls Cemetery. Shop for unique finds in the city’s last “junk shop,” browse for produce grown by recently resettled refugees at an urban farm, and play Buffalo Gay Bingo in an Amvets Hall. Discover the places and people who have called this region home for centuries – and the new arrivals from around the world who have infused New York’s second largest city with new life. Experience the Buffalo and Niagara Falls that even locals might not know about – and come away with a renewed appreciation for this historic and inspiring region.

Chicago is the City of the Big Shoulders. What started off as a small, fur-trading settlement is today a bustling metropolis. Chicago’s colorful past remains hidden in the nooks and crannies across this wonderful, modern city.This fully updated edition reveals compelling secrets in places that even native Chicagoans may not know. It invites locals and experienced travelers to explore the Windy City through its people, its history, and its stories.Adventures await you, from the glamorous to the gritty. Sip cocktails atop an iconic building with sweeping city views, or paddle a kayak down the infamous Bubbly Creek of Upton Sinclair's The Jungle. Snorkel a 32-acre, limestone sheet shoal, one of the most bio-diverse ecosystems in the Midwest. Or purchase a ten-gallon cowboy hat and take a ride a mechanical pony on your way out of the shop.Whether you're an out-of-towner or a diehard Chicago dweller who thinks you’ve seen it all, these 111 hidden places are waiting for you to seek out and enjoy.

This insider's guide will draw you into the rich fabric of Cornwall's history and modern life. The essence of Cornwall is multi-layered. Its undoubted appeal for tourists overshadows a rich and diverse history of world-wide endeavour, cultural activities based on its own language, Methodism, fishing, mining and farming. This guide invites you to explore deeper into this fascinating place, taking you back to the time of King Arthur, to historical film settings and ancient festivals forwards to modern gastronomy, famous artists and brand new technology.

People have always come to Denver for new beginnings. It's a city that welcomes adventurous people with fresh ideas. This has made Denver the region's cultural, economic, and artistic hub-gateway to the American West. The natural majesty that surrounds Denver can feel almost spiritual, and the city's music venues, restaurants, and bars reflect this spirit of possibility. The Queen City of the Plains is booming, and this surprisingly creative travel book reveals 111 open secrets to her ongoing appeal.

Space City. Bayou City. Hustletown. Clutch City. Crush City. 111 Places is your guide to the hidden stories behind Houston's nicknames, stereotypes, and statistics. Revised fifth edition.<BR><BR>Space City. Bayou City. Hustletown. Clutch City. Crush City. What's the story behind all these nicknames? 111 Places in Houston That You Must Not Miss is your guide to the hidden stories behind the city's monikers, stereotypes, and statistics. As America's most diverse city, this book provides 111 different ways to explore Htown. <BR> This illustrated guidebook is a readable tour of places representing the distinct personalities that make up the population of the nation's fourth largest city. Traverse Houston's massive landscape of strip malls and interstates, and you will find a city that not only embraces diversity, but transforms it into its own culture, where Hindu temples take up office space, an enterprising Vietnamese jeweler supplies the hip hop scene with bling, and one man's mission to cover his house in beer cans is now a museum. <BR> Whether you're a native Houstonian or a newcomer, this book serves as both a good read and a resource for getting to know the city - one unique place at a time.

Welcome to Leeds; a great northern powerhouse of a city which has reinvented itself from an industrial centre of wool, textiles and coal to one of the country's biggest financial and commercial cities outside of London. Leeds is famous for its beautiful Victorian arcades, its magnificent architectural landmarks, its eclectic mix of shops and bars and its sporting venues. But scrape its bare bones and you will find it is a city rich in history, heritage and culture with a plethora of hidden places and talents. Can you really sit in Her Majesty's seat, catch a Dutch water taxi, go otter spotting in the centre of town or get married on a tiny island in the city? Leeds offers so much to locals and visitors alike and you can discover the answers to these questions and much, much more in this guide to 111 places in the great city of Leeds.

Where can you get up close and personal with a full-sized dinosaur in the downtown core? What well-respected wine bar hides a bison head in the bathroom? And how can you learn the art of surfing without setting foot in the ocean? Get ready to embark on a whirlwind trip through the side streets and alleyways of Montreal, the world's second-largest French-speaking city and home to some of Canada's most charismatic characters and attractions.

Newcastle is England's most northerly city and shares a long history with Gateshead, its neighbour on the south side of the River Tyne. The two, city and town respectively, are a heady mix of the old and new; both were industrial powerhouses during the 19th Century that have successfully embraced recent change, reinventing themselves as vibrant places of entertainment and culture. With this book in hand, journey over and under the Tyne to discover treasures such as the steam turbine ship Turbinia, a sleekly streamlined example of north-eastern mechanical know-how; wander across the wide-open space of the Town Moor, where President Jimmy Carter has the right to graze cattle; take in Saltwell Towers, an eccentric castle in the leafy surroundings of Saltwell Park; then top it all off with a pint in a pub where the ghost of Charles I may well make an appearance. Written by a Geordie, this book will help you explore the quirkier side of both Newcastle and Gateshead, and discover their hidden gems.

When you've moved beyond the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall and are ready for the forest cave of America's first doomsday cult or the vintage jewelry shop so elusive it has no sign, this ultimate insider's guide to Philadelphia will lead the way. Expect barstools with built-in bathrooms, real graves for fake people, a cockroach kitchen, and the only Sesame Street you can actually visit, plus plenty of powerful firsts that changed the nation and the world.

San Diego: it’s a coastal paradise with year-round perfect weather, palm trees swaying in the breeze, and a laid-back vibe that will instantly put a smile on your face. It’s not only sunshine and perfect waves, though. This SoCal spot is rich in history. It is a mecca of delicious food and drink. And its proximity to Mexico makes for a breathtaking border culture that is seen, felt, and tasted everywhere you go.From exploring haunted mansions to channeling your inner bookworm at a queer-owned feminist bookshop, going on a guided mezcal adventure to shopping for doll house construction materials, or fraternizing with friendly ungulates to wading in mineral-rich hot springs, there’s no shortage of fun to be had in San Diego County.So, whether you’re a San Diego native, a visitor, or just considering a sunny vacation, this book will give you 111 ideas for a really good time. Go on, what are you waiting for?

• The ultimate insider's guide to Seattle for locals and experienced travelers• Features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides• Part of the international 111 Places series with over 650 titles and 3.8 million copies in print worldwide• Appeals to both the local market (more than 4 million people live in the Seattle Metropolitan Area)and the tourist market (more than 34 million people visit Seattle every year!)• Fully illustrated with 111 full-page color photographs• Revised and updated editionSeattle’s first big boom was in 1897, when hundreds of thousands of ‘Stampeders’ with their hearts set on finding gold in Alaska and Canada’s Yukon Territory stopped here to purchase supplies and gear up for prospecting trips up North. Since then, the city has fueled the hopes, dreams, and imaginations of countless others. Some changed the city skyline, the world’s skies, the world of art and music, and even our coffee cups with their ideas and inventions. Others have left us with some unusual, offbeat, and truly odd spaces and places. From a coin-operated attraction filled with some of the world’s largest shoes to the world’s greenest commercial building, urban old growth forests, a haunted staircase and museums dedicated to pinball machines, dialysis machines, and rubber chickens, 111 Places in Seattle That You Must Not Miss is filled with invitations and inspirations for locals and visitors alike to explore the Emerald City’s hidden treasures, overlooked gems, and charming curiosities. Some of the 111 places here you think you know but will discover from a new angle. Others will be surprises that will encourage you to keep exploring.

Space is full of places you simply can not miss! From volcanoes 60,000 feet high, to warm saltwater oceans under the ice of a moon of Saturn, to giant black holes that that already swallowed millions of stars. Search for the origins of life -including yourself- in the debris of giant stars that exploded violently billions of years ago. In this larger universe, your view home will never be the same.

It's easy to fall in love with the Hamptons. Charming towns, pristine beaches - and that luminous light cherished by locals and generations of beach lovers. While it's famous for its magnificent mansions and coiffed hedges, there is so much more here to than meets the eye. Come find the hidden secrets of the Hamptons waiting to be discovered with 111 Places in the Hamptons That You Must Not Miss. Hang ten at a secret surfers' beach. See the studio where artist Jackson Pollock painted his masterpieces. Get lost in a field of lavender. Visit a haunted lighthouse. Ride a horse along a secluded beach. Take a stroll in the graveyard where Picasso's forgotten muse is buried. From wood-shingled windmills to hydrangea-rimmed roads. White, sandy beaches - to calm, bayside views. These places of nature, history, art, and delightful quirkiness are the very reasons why the East End of Long Island has become one of the most beloved travel destinations in the world.

The Scottish Highlands are at the most northerly extreme of mainland Britain. With this book as your guide, learn the rules of Shinty, a unique and popular Highland sport; sit in the shade of Europe's oldest living tree; take a turn around the Devil's Elbow, if you dare; find yourself at the very centre of Scotland; visit a fairy village; and shake it all about at the Earthquake House. Written by someone who loves the Scottish Highlands whatever the weather, this book will help you explore this wonderfully beautiful region.

The stunning natural beauty of Canada's west coast gem has attracted and inspired an eclectic mix of people from around the world. These adventurous souls have created a modern city that has everything from glass and steel towers, to chinese red pagodas, totem poles and Sikh temples. Hidden among these landmarks are 111 lesser known oddities and treasures that reveal the magical character of the city.

• The ultimate insider's guide to Washington, DC• Features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides• Part of the international 111 Places series with over 650 titles and 3.8 million copies in print worldwide• Appeals to both the local market (more than 670,000 people call Washington, DC home) and the tourist market (21.3 million people visit Washington, DC every year!)• Fully illustrated with 111 full-page color photographs• A revised and updated editionStep away from the traditional highlights of the city of innovators, great benefactors, artists, presidents and hucksters to discover innumerable interesting and unknown sites, artifacts and other treats in Washington, DC. Visit places hiding in plain sight, that may go unnoticed or simply be unknown to long-time residents and visitors alike. Play a round of miniature golf among the cherry trees. Buy original art works out of a vintage cigarette machine. Catch a show at one of the refurbished theatres where Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington used to gig. Commune with the Godfather of Go-Go music in his memorial park. Get away from the tourists and peace out by walking a labyrinth alongside the Potomac River. Try a salad made of indigenous root vegetables at a Native American café.

Winnipeg, a big city with a small-town spirit, is diverse, full of history, and culturally rich. This guide takes you beyond the usual and well-known landmarks and deep into the heart of the city. Take a bison safari and imagine these enormous beasts thundering across the open prairie centuries ago. Get a medium reading in a house with an intriguing paranormal history. Find high-quality Indigenous art and a modern bistro rooted in traditional First Nations cuisine. Discover the creative, unpretentious, resilient, and often quirky nature of The Peg in 111 new ways.

What came first - the Porsche or the Beetle? Which Porsche racing car set every world record in the very year when it was first presented in racing at Monza? And who is »Sascha«? Immerse yourself in the unique and visionary world of Porsche: in tales of secret prototypes, fascinating photos fromthe Porsche archives, magic words such as »Carrera« andinside stories that have never yet been told in this way. The 111 Porsche Stories will take you closer to the dreamworks than ever before.Ein Geschichtenbuch über einen der wohl bekanntesten Autohersteller überhaupt: 111 Stories und Anekdoten erzählen von visionären Konstrukteuren, die alle Ferdinand hießen, von mehr oder weniger furchterregenden Rennwagen und von Helden, die sich an das Steuer wagten. Es geht um Zitterpartien auf den Rennstrecken der Welt und um Kultworte wie »Carrera«. Um Verirrungen wie den Viersitzer-911, um Meilensteine wie den Turbo und Eisenballast in Elfer-Stoßstangen. Nicht zu vergessen Charakterköpfe wie Rennchef Wilhelm Hild, der nur halbe Zigaretten rauchte. Ein Porträt der Traumfabrik Porsche.

A treasure trove for anyone seeking quick and accurate information about W. A. Mozart's lifeworkWhat is so amazing about Mozart's compositions? When did he learn his first instrument? Why did he become a Freemason? Did he have extramarital affairs? Was he poisoned? Does he have descendants? Hardly any other composer is the subject of so many legends.111 x MOZART provides engaging and amusing answers to the 111 most frequently asked questions about Mozart.* A treasure trove for anyone seeking quick and accurate information about W. A. Mozart's lifework

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For the past 39 years, David Bailey has photographed his wife Catherine using Polaroid film. Developing organically over the decades, the book grew with no specific purpose in mind. The result is this visual poem, a witness to their working collaborations and personal adventures. In Bailey's words: "The years went by with great ease and charm. I have been lucky to have such a willing and beautiful subject in my wife and partner in this adventure we have shared together. It came about not by making a plan. All my good ideas seem to happen by accident. My books start with a vague idea, then grow into something I never knew. It's never what I had in mind, in fact I never have any structure. The pictures just merge together and seem to me in my dyslexic mind that they were meant to be just where they are. The average Polaroid takes a few minutes to develop. This book has taken nearly 40 years."

A bold reassessment of what caused the Late Bronze Age collapseIn 1177 B.C., marauding groups known only as the "Sea Peoples" invaded Egypt. The pharaoh's army and navy managed to defeat them, but the victory so weakened Egypt that it soon slid into decline, as did most of the surrounding civilizations. After centuries of brilliance, the civilized world of the Bronze Age came to an abrupt and cataclysmic end. Kingdoms fell like dominoes over the course of just a few decades. No more Minoans or Mycenaeans. No more Trojans, Hittites, or Babylonians. The thriving economy and cultures of the late second millennium B.C., which had stretched from Greece to Egypt and Mesopotamia, suddenly ceased to exist, along with writing systems, technology, and monumental architecture. But the Sea Peoples alone could not have caused such widespread breakdown. How did it happen?In this major new account of the causes of this "First Dark Ages," Eric Cline tells the gripping story of how the end was brought about by multiple interconnected failures, ranging from invasion and revolt to earthquakes, drought, and the cutting of international trade routes. Bringing to life the vibrant multicultural world of these great civilizations, he draws a sweeping panorama of the empires and globalized peoples of the Late Bronze Age and shows that it was their very interdependence that hastened their dramatic collapse and ushered in a dark age that lasted centuries.A compelling combination of narrative and the latest scholarship, 1177 B.C. sheds new light on the complex ties that gave rise to, and ultimately destroyed, the flourishing civilizations of the Late Bronze Age―and that set the stage for the emergence of classical Greece.

Brielle's life is anything but festive this holiday season. Living in a new city, she's struggling to land a writing job that doesn't involve ranking the most durable lawn furniture (seriously, who knew there were so many options?), while her dream career feels farther away than ever. Things take an even more complicated turn when she agrees to let her friend set her up on twelve dates before Christmas.Unfortunately, it's not the dates that have her nervous. It's Josh, her best friend Gina's older brother, who's been crashing on their couch for the past month while she's been crushing on him for years. She thought she'd gotten over him. Now, with him living under the same roof, old feelings are resurfacing.Brielle can't risk her friendship with Gina, the only family she's ever had, if she lets herself fall again. But as Bri gains readership through her newsletter chronicling her blind dates and the holidays draw closer, she begins to wonder-who's to say she won't find true love in one of her twelve dates?Or maybe, in the guy who had been there all along?A heartwarming, laugh-out-loud best friend's brother, holiday romance novel about second chances, unexpected love, and of course, an HEA. It's the most magical time of the year!

What would you like to see if you had 12 days in the UP? This charming book takes you from a thimbleberry patch to hiking trails to everywhere in between. Count along with the story and find inspiration to make your own memories in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. 36 pages of fun photos along with pages to learn colors letters, and numbers.