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Collins World AtlasA beautiful gift for the adventurers in your family. A new, fully updated edition of this popular atlas in the Collins world atlas range. Designed in the distinctive Collins style, it is the ideal reference atlas for school, home, and business use.Explore our planet:• Highly detailed, updated regional and worldwide mapping• Wide range of topical issues covered including natural disasters, population, climate, and the environment• Key country statistics allow comparisons of their state of development and an understanding of today’s world• Thousands of facts and statistics including world and continental ranking tables• Discover more than 56,000 placesMapping updates include:• Country name changes – Czechia (formerly Czech Republic), Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) and North Macedonia (formerly Macedonia)• Extensive place name changes in New Zealand, Myanmar, and Ukraine• Changes to capital cities in Burundi, Chad, Eswatini, Kazakhstan, and Kiribati• Railways in France, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan. Motorways in the UK and Ireland• New rail and road bridge across Kerch Strait• Everest height updated to 8,849m / 29,032ftPaperback version available ISBN 978-0-00-837432-7

Be inspired and plan your next unforgettable trip with DK travel guidesMake your trip to Australia extraordinarySnorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef. Dining out with a view of the Sydney Opera House. Strolling through trendy Melbourne. For a vacation to remember, Australia is hard to beat. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.Our updated guide brings Australia to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the country's sights and neighbourhoods.You'll discover-- our pick of Australia's must-sees and top experiences- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Australia- the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay - detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy- easy-to-follow itineraries- expert advice- get ready, get around and stay safe- colour-coded chapters to each part of Australia- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you goWant the best of Sydney in your pocket? Try Top 10 Sydney.

Bring the fun on your next road trip with this handy book, Family Road Trip Games, from beloved children's book author Jack Henseleit. Featuring over 60 new and classic games – and more than 150 brain-burning trivia questions – plus a top secret treasure hunt (yippee!), this is the definitive collection of games and puzzles for the whole family. Whether it's a fresh take on I Spy, an on-the-go scavenger hunt, or a modern favourite like Snaps, you'll find a diverse group of games and ideas to appeal to any age or attention span. There are also fun illustrations throughout, making this book both an excellent gift or self-purchase. Put away the screens and find new ways to entertain, get creative and improve memory with kids and adults of any age.

An extraordinary, gripping survival story that also reveals the struggles for social justice of the Indigenous people of Colombia and the Amazon.  In June 2023, four Indigenous children were found alive in the Colombian Amazon, forty days after the light aircraft they had been travelling in crashed into deep jungle, killing the three adults on board. For weeks the Colombian public had been transfixed by clues of the children's survival, of Indigenous tales of malign forest spirits, and of the unconventional tactics of the huge search team. But most now despaired of ever finding the children.  Thirteen-year-old Lesly Jacobombaire Mucuty never gave up hope. Forty Days in the Jungle tells the story of how the eldest child kept her siblings safe and fed during their time in the wilderness. It follows the battle-hardened soldiers and the brave Indigenous volunteers who undertook the search operation. And it delves into the Indigenous mythology - the spirits, shamans, and psychedelic potions - that was central to the drama and made it a rescue mission unlike any other. By investigating the children's motives for travel, the tragedy of their backstory, and the months that followed their rescue, it also shines a light on the painful history of Colombia's Amazonian peoples. Lesly and her siblings were survivors before they ever set foot on the plane.    'Gripping, forensic, powerful and moving, Forty Days in the Jungle is a modern Colombian epic ... A veteran foreign correspondent in Colombia, Youkee lays bare how a complex interplay of factors (guerrilla violence, domestic abuse, Indigenous poverty, mechanical failures, split-second decisions) led to disaster. But he also writes with deep sensitivity and respect for the country's Amazonian cultures, and the vanishing knowledge that enabled the children to survive for so long in an apparently inhospitable environment. Forty Days In the Jungle has all the pace and tension of a real-life thriller, conveying the mystery and allure of the Amazon while being clear-eyed about the social and political challenges facing the region.'-Laurence Blair, author of Patria- lost countries of South America  'Forty Days In the Jungle penetrates the mysteries and secrets of the Amazon jungle. Far more than the death-defying saga of four children who hid for weeks in the forests after surviving a deadly plane crash, this gripping tale is a path into the rugged day-to-day life of those who live in the Amazon. The mythological Hollywood stereotypes of the Amazon are exposed in this gripping true story that shows those living inside the famed forests to be as socially complex as its biodiversity ... Forty Days In the Jungle is a tale of hope and injustice written with a deep respect for all we have yet to learn from this ecosystem known globally as The Lungs of the Planet.'-Jonathan Franklin, author of 438 Days  'Forty Days in the Jungle achieves that rare feat of taking a headline news story and revealing it to be twice as jaw-dropping as we could ever have imagined. Deploying his extensive journalistic talent and intimate knowledge of Colombia, Youkee deftly takes us beneath the surface of the most famous rescue mission for years. In doing so, he unveils not only a tale of human perseverance and courage, but also the searing fault lines that continue to divide and destabilise this beautiful yet fragile country. A triumph of storytelling reportage.'-Oliver Balch, author of Viva South America! and Out of Amazonia

Tyler Brûlé is the editor-in-chief of Monocle. Andrew Tuck is the magazine's editor. Chiara Ramella is a regular contributor to Monocle.

Embark on a thrilling exploration of the world's most exciting, magnificent, and varied walking trails and hiking destinations. Besides the better-known paths, The Hidden Tracks will also highlight some of the more out-of-the-way gems-be it an expedition on the other side of the world or a day's hike just a few hours from your hometown. The trails are presented with stunning imagery, detailed trail descriptions, overview maps, and insider advice on how to make the most of each trip. The book is both a visual journey and an invitation to pack your hiking boots and discover untouched hiking destinations.

<p>Lay back in the sun and enjoy that sea breeze—it’s time to enter total relaxation mode! Whether you’re kicking back with your girlfriends or taking a family vacation, this book has you covered. Preparation can mean the difference between a fabulous oceanside stay and a miserable (and sunburned) experience. From the best sunscreen to wear to the must-haves for every beach bag, these tips and tricks ensure that you’ll have the perfect beach day every time.</p><p>Inside you’ll find:</p><ul><li>A packing list of the essentials</li> <li>Need-to-know tips</li> <li>Games and activities for all ages</li> <li>Simple snack recipes and family menus</li> <li>Popular beach destinations</li> <li>Tiki cocktail recipes</li> </ul><p>Discover the most beautiful white sand beaches, top beachcombing locations, and more. With these beach hacks, you’ll make forever memories with friends and family. Your perfect beach day awaits!</p>