Authors:Emma Gregg, Richard Trillo, Rough Guide,
Publisher: Rough Guide
Keywords: rough, guide, guides, gambia, travel
Number of Pages: 320
Published: 2006-12-18
List price: unknow
ISBN-10: 1843537036
ISBN-13: 9781843537038
The Rough Guide to The Gambia is the most comprehensive guide to Africa’s most accessible country. This second edition, the result of detailed on-the-ground research, reports on exciting new developments including beautiful eco-retreats and imaginative wildlife conservation projects where visitors can see birds, monkeys and chimps at close range. Detailed maps and plans are complemented by expert and upbeat guidance on the beaches, villages and music, the mangrove creeks and the River Gambia itself. There are first-hand reviews of all the best accommodation, restaurant and bar options in
Authors:Mike Parker, Paul Whitfield, Rough Guide,
Publisher: Rough Guide
Keywords: rough, guide, guides, wales, travel
Number of Pages: 576
Published: 2006-06-19
List price: $19.99
ISBN-10: 1843536072
ISBN-13: 9781843536079
From the seaside resort of Llandudno to Cardiff’’s awesome Millennium Stadium, the Rough Guide to Wales tells you all there is to know about this beautiful and varied country. The 24-page, full-colour section introduces all of Wales’’ highlights, from the world-famous Valleys and Welsh male voice choirs to the trendy bars of Cardiff Bay and the suprisingly tasteful delight of Welsh Laverbread. In addition, there are two, brand-new, 4-page, full-colour inserts: ’’Literary Wales’’ and ’’The Battle for Wales’’. The guide incl
Authors:James McConnachie, Robin Tudge, Rough Guide,
Publisher: Rough Guide
Keywords: rough, guide, reference, conspiracy, theories
Number of Pages: 480
Published: 2008-10-20
List price: $19.99
ISBN-10: 1858282810
ISBN-13: 9781858282817
Everything you think you know is a lie. Or is it?The Rough Guide to Conspiracy Theories is the definitive guide to the world’’s most controversial theories. With updated information on all the most infamous conspiracies, from phony crucifixions to who really did kill JFK, this fully up-dated guide also covers the murders of Alexander Litvinenko and Benasir Bhutto, the London bombings and the Iraq War, as well as the inquest into Princess Diana’s death. The guide is a thoroughly researched exploration into this compulsive and, at times, amusing phenomenon, with fascinating dis
Authors:Geoff Garvey, Mark Ellingham, Rough Guide,
Publisher: Rough Guide
Keywords: rough, guide, guides, andalucia, travel
Number of Pages: 652
Published: 2009-04-20
List price: $19.99
ISBN-10: 1848360371
ISBN-13: 9781848360372
The Rough Guide to Andalucia is the definitive travel guide to the best attractions Andalucia has to offer. Whether you wish to explore the vibrant regions of Andalucia, taste the flavours of Andalucia’s cuisine or discover the enchanting Alhambra palace and the White Town of Ronda; the Rough Guide to Andalucia has expert advice on what to see and do in Andalucia. Full-colour features explore the Semana Santa Holy Week and Moorish Andalucia; with comprehensive coverage on Andalucia’s history, attractions and the unique flora and fauna of this stunning region. Fully updated and expa
Authors:Jan Dodd, Mark Lewis, Rough Guide,
Publisher: Rough Guide
Keywords: rough, guide, guides, vietnam, travel
Number of Pages: 616
Published: 2006-09-18
List price: $21.99
ISBN-10: 1843536161
ISBN-13: 9781843536161
The Rough Guide to Vietnam is ideal for people who want to travel independently and discover more about this incredibly diverse country. It includes lively reviews of the best places to eat, from street kitchens to the upmarket restaurants of Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, and practical advice on activities, from home-stays in ethnic minority villages to boat trips around Ha Long Bay and visits to its national parks. There are extensive, user-friendly descriptions of Vietnam?s many sights, including Hu?s Imperial city, temples and pagodas and Vietnam?s impressive colonial architecture, as well a
Authors:Martin Dunford, Rough Guide,
Publisher: Rough Guide
Keywords: rough, guide, travel, guides, york, new, city
Number of Pages: 544
Published: 2009-01-02
List price: $21.99
ISBN-10: 1848360398
ISBN-13: 9781848360396
The Rough Guide to New York City covers all five boroughs of this exhilarating city. The full-colour introduction showcases the city’s many highlights, from the art-deco masterpiece The Chrysler Building, to the acres of green at Central Park. Special features include Ethnic New York’, a look at the city’s cultural past, and New York Architecture’ detailing the world’s most famous skyline. This fully updated edition explores New York’s history and culture, includes detailed listings on everything from the city’s best shopping areas to its free summer
Author: Rudiger Paschotta
Publisher: SPIE Publicatio
Keywords: field, guide, fg12, series, spie, lasers, vol
Number of Pages: 152
Published: 2008-02-01
List price: $37.00
ISBN-10: 0819469610
ISBN-13: 9780819469618
This Guide provides an overview on the essential types of lasers and their key properties as well as an introduction into the most important physical and technological aspects of lasers. Apart from describing the basic principles (such as stimulated emission and the properties of optical resonators), this Guide discusses the numerous important properties of laser crystals, the impact of thermal effects on laser performance, methods of wavelength tuning and pulse generation, and laser noise. Practitioners will also gain valuable insight from remarks on laser safety and obtain new ideas about ho
