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365 lugares de España que no puedes dejar de visitar

by Paco Nadal

Volumen que recoge 365 rincones de España que por su belleza o particularidad merecen ser visitados y admirados. «Decir que España es el país con mayor variedad paisajística de Europa sería una obviedad. ¿En qué otro lugar del continente podrías desayunar en un desierto casi africano, entre azufaifas, palmitos y henequenes, y cenar junto a las cumbres nevadas de una cordillera de ambiente alpino? Entre un extremo y otro se despliegan innumerables lugares mágicos: paisajes, aldeas, catedrales, puentes, ermitas, bosques... Excusas maravillosas para moverse, para viajar y descubrir un territorio único. Los 365 lugares de este libro, que podrían haber sido quinientos o mil, son una selección muy personal de sitios que recomendaría visitar.» Paco Nadal

38 Londres Street: On Impunity, Pinochet in England and a Nazi in Patagonia

by Philippe Sands

In 38 Londres Street, Philippe Sands blends personal memoir, historical detective work and gripping courtroom drama to probe a secret double story of mass murder, one that reveals a shocking thread that links the horrors of the 1940s with those of our own times. The house at 38 Londres Street is home to the legacies of two men whose personal stories span continents, nationalities and decades of atrocity: Augusto Pinochet, President of Chile, and Walther Rauff, a Nazi SS officer responsible for the use of gas vans.On the run from justice at the end of the Second World War, Rauff crosses the ocean to southern Chile. He settles in Punta Arenas, Patagonia, managing a king crab cannery at the end of the world. But there are whispers about this discreet and self-possessed German - rumours of a second career with Pinochet's secret intelligence service, the dreaded DINA.In 1998, Pinochet is in a London medical clinic when the police enter his room and arrest him on charges of crimes against humanity and genocide. Philippe Sands is called to advise the former head of state on his claim to immunity, but will instead represent a human rights organisation against him. Years later, Sands makes a discovery while working on another book which reignites his interest in the case and leads to a decades-long investigation into Pinochet's crimes, his unexpected connection to Rauff and the former Nazi's possible connection to Chile's disappeared.

38 Londres Street: On Impunity, Pinochet in England and a Nazi in Patagonia

by Philippe Sands

In 38 Londres Street, Philippe Sands blends personal memoir, historical detective work and gripping courtroom drama to probe a secret double story of mass murder, one that reveals a shocking thread that links the horrors of the 1940s with those of our own times. The house at 38 Londres Street is home to the legacies of two men whose personal stories span continents, nationalities and decades of atrocity: Augusto Pinochet, President of Chile, and Walther Rauff, a Nazi SS officer responsible for the use of gas vans.On the run from justice at the end of the Second World War, Rauff crosses the ocean to southern Chile. He settles in Punta Arenas, Patagonia, managing a king crab cannery at the end of the world. But there are whispers about this discreet and self-possessed German - rumours of a second career with Pinochet's secret intelligence service, the dreaded DINA.In 1998, Pinochet is in a London medical clinic when the police enter his room and arrest him on charges of crimes against humanity and genocide. Philippe Sands is called to advise the former head of state on his claim to immunity, but will instead represent a human rights organisation against him. Years later, Sands makes a discovery while working on another book which reignites his interest in the case and leads to a decades-long investigation into Pinochet's crimes, his unexpected connection to Rauff and the former Nazi's possible connection to Chile's disappeared.

3rd Degree (Women's Murder Club #3)

by James Patterson Andrew Gross

Detective Lindsay Boxer is jogging along a beautiful San Francisco street as a ferocious blast rips through the neighbourhood. A townhouse owned by an internet magnate explodes into flames, three people die and a sinister note signed 'August Spies' is found at the scene. A wave of violence is sweeping through the city - and it seems that whoever is behind it is intent on killing someone every three days. Even more terrifying, the four friends who call themselves the Women's Murder Club discover that the killer has targeted one of them. And Lindsay learns that a member of the club is hiding a secret so dangerous and unbelievable that it could destroy them all.(P)2012 Headline Digital

3rd Degree (Women's Murder Club Ser. #No. 3)

by James Patterson Andrew Gross

Detective Lindsay Boxer is jogging along a beautiful San Francisco street as a ferocious blast rips through the neighbourhood. A townhouse owned by an internet magnate explodes into flames, three people die and a sinister note signed 'August Spies' is found at the scene. A wave of violence is sweeping through the city - and it seems that whoever is behind it is intent on killing someone every three days. Even more terrifying, the four friends who call themselves the Women's Murder Club discover that the killer has targeted one of them. And Lindsay learns that a member of the club is hiding a secret so dangerous and unbelievable that it could destroy them all.

48 Hours Boston: Timed Tours For Short Stays

by Col. David Wallace

No time to research the many wonders of Boston? This pocketsize guide directs you to the main attractions of this remarkable and historic city, including many that are overlooked even by the seasoned Bostonian. With this resource in hand, you&’ll leave feeling you&’ve truly sensed the pulse of Boston.

48 Hours Chicago: Timed Tours For Short Stays

by John Mclaughlin

Short on time? Discover the &“Second City&” of the United States with this compelling guide to the sights and sounds of Chicago. In spite of the vast geographical scope of the city, you&’ll feel you have truly explored its unique offerings.

48 Hours Washington, DC: Timed Tours For Short Stays

by Meredith Stanton

Challenge: you have 48 hours in Washington, DC, our nation&’s capital, with history in every building and culture on every corner, and you&’ve no time to research your visit. 48 Hours Washington, DC is your source for the perfect two days, a plan that spices visits to the main attractions with forays off the beaten path.

48 Peaks: Hiking and Healing in the White Mountains

by Cheryl Suchors

Floundering in her second career, the one she’s always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends on hiking the highest of the grueling White Mountains in New Hampshire. All forty-eight of them. She endures injuries, novice mistakes, and the heartbreaking loss of a best friend. When breast cancer threatens her own life, she seeks solace and recovery in the wild. Her quest takes ten years. Regardless of the need since childhood to feel successful and in control, climbing teaches her mastery isn’t enough and control is often an illusion. Connecting with friends and with nature, Suchors redefines success: she discovers a source of spiritual nourishment, spaces powerful enough to absorb her grief, and joy in the persistence of love and beauty. 48 Peaks inspires us to believe that, no matter what obstacles we face, we too can attain our summits.

49 Trout Streams of Southern Colorado

by Mark D. Williams W. Chad McPhail

Anyone planning a fishing trip to beautiful southern Colorado needs this book to locate the best fly-fishing streams. Most guidebooks focus on large, well-known drainages. Williams and McPhail identify many locations not included in other books. They also recommend appropriate flies for each stream in entries that bring out the unique character of every fishing spot. In alphabetical order, the authors describe fishing waters from the Animas River to Willow Creek. They have intentionally omitted some lesser-known highcountry streams to avoid traffic and overfishing. They have also been selective in assigning flies, picking patterns that have worked for them rather than the obvious ones that local fly shops might recommend.

4th of July (Women's Murder Club #4)

by James Patterson Maxine Paetro

In a late-night showdown, Detective Lindsay Boxer has to make an instantaneous decision: in self-defence she fires her weapon - and sets off a chain of events that leaves a police force disgraced, a city divided and a family destroyed. Now everything she's worked for her entire life hinges on the decision of twelve jurors. To escape the media circus, Lindsay retreats to the picturesque town of Half Moon Bay. Soon after, a string of grisly murders punches through the community. There are no witnesses; there is no pattern. But a key detail reminds Lindsay of an unsolved murder she worked on years ago. As summer comes into full swing, Lindsay and her friends in the Women's Murder Club battle for her life on two fronts: in court and against a ruthless killer.(P)2012 Headline Digital

4th of July: Full Report Of The Celebration, Including Preliminary Incidents, Procession, Engine Trial, Fireworks, Decorations, &c. ; Also Oration By Hon. James W. Patterson, Of Hanover, N. H (Women's Murder Club Ser. #No. 4)

by James Patterson Maxine Paetro

In a late-night showdown, Detective Lindsay Boxer has to make an instantaneous decision: in self-defence she fires her weapon - and sets off a chain of events that leaves a police force disgraced, a city divided and a family destroyed. Now everything she's worked for her entire life hinges on the decision of twelve jurors. To escape the media circus, Lindsay retreats to the picturesque town of Half Moon Bay. Soon after, a string of grisly murders punches through the community. There are no witnesses; there is no pattern. But a key detail reminds Lindsay of an unsolved murder she worked on years ago. As summer comes into full swing, Lindsay and her friends in the Women's Murder Club battle for her life on two fronts: in court and against a ruthless killer.

5 (Rick Steves Walk Ser.)

by Rick Steves

Rick Steves' Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe's most popular destinations, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Walk: The Ramblas Ramble, Barcelona, Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a walk down Barcelona's main boulevard-including where to start, how much time you need, and what's worth stopping for-all for less than the cost of a cappuccino. With Rick's knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you'll also learn some interesting historical facts about the things you encounter along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America's expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Walk: The Ramblas Ramble, Barcelona is a tour guide in your pocket-and on your smartphone.Rick Steves' Walks and Tours are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, Istanbul, and Barcelona.

5 Facts a Day Science: A Little Bit of Learning Every Day

by DK

Are you ready to have your mind blown? Wow all your friends and family with 5 jaw-dropping facts about science each day.Discover 5 facts a day, 5 days a week with this exciting science book for children aged 8-12. With five facts a day, every day of the year, that’s more than 1,825 nuggets of knowledge!From rocks to robots, and cells to solar systems, this eye-opening book covers more than 250 different science topics in an easy-to-read, entertaining, and bite-sized way to build on your knowledge as you go. Enjoy learning something new every day or just dip in and out for fun.This science book for children offers: An engaging layout, with different subjects and facts to explore every day.More than 250 different science topics, from electromagnetism to evolution.Fun, educational content for children to have fun whilst learning about science.Did you know that you can't burp in space? Or that bananas are slightly radioactive? Or that there are more trees on Earth than there are stars in our solar system? Discover the science behind all these facts and much more with 5 Facts a Day: Science.

5 years on the road: 1,000 travelling anecdotes

by Ruben Arnal

A five-year trip around the world through 145 countries and many other places that aren’t recognised as such by the United Nations. Hundreds of anecdotes that include deportations, time travel, rituals, nights spent at the police station, military escorts and encounters with wild animals and curious people. A chant dedicated to life, where you will also find lots of advice about transport, visas, accommodation, insurance, vaccines, safety and what to do in each country.

50 Best Adventures on Earth (100 Best Series)

by Richard Bangs

From scaling untouched Himalayan peaks to navigating pristine Amazon rapids, 50 Best Adventures on Earth is your ultimate guide to the planet's most extraordinary experiences, handpicked by legendary explorer Richard Bangs Transform your travel dreams into reality with this definitive guide from the founder of Sobek Expeditions, who has led over 35 first river descents across six continents. This visually stunning guide combines practical planning with heart-pounding inspiration, featuring: Detailed GPS coordinates and full-color photography for each destination Expert guidance on skill levels, seasonal timing, and essential gear First-hand accounts of groundbreaking expeditions from a pioneer whose company has guided over one million adventurers Comprehensive trip planning resources, from local guides to accommodation options Whether you're an experienced thrill-seeker or an aspiring explorer, Bangs' masterful selection will add to any bucket list. His knowledge of each location—earned through decades of pioneering exploration—transforms this book from a simple guidebook into a playbook for those who dare to seek the extraordinary.

50 Best Girlfriends Getaways

by Marybeth Bond

Ten information-packed chapters make up this engaging guide to women’s travel for the growing number of women—young, old, single, married, divorced, and widowed—who are hitting the road. The guide covers everything from fabulous birthday getaways to the best places to heal, shop, and bond with friends and family. The trip choices range widely and and entice—and suit every occasion, mood, and pocketbook. From fun-filled weekends in New York, Quebec, and San Francisco to festive forays to Las Vegas and Savannah; from adventurous raft trips down the Colorado River to heli-hiking the Canadian Rockies; from high-spirited reunions in Ashland, Oregon, to soothing retreats in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, there is truly something here for everyone. Fresh content reflects the latest trends in women’s travel, including dude ranches, yoga retreats, mountain resorts, and an all-new chapter on the best home and garden tours, as well as a new section on where to take teenage daughters. The book is filled with practical tips on roommate etiquette, safety, packing, budgeting, and other specific advice. Short, true stories about women’s experiences open each chapter, and quotes from all types of women travelers broaden the appeal—further inspiring readers to pack up their bags, call a girlfriend, and say "Let’s go!"

50 Best Girlfriends Getaways in North America, 2nd Edition

by Marybeth Bond

The guide covers everything from fabulous birthday getaways to the best places to heal, shop, and bond with friends and family. The trip choices range widely and and entice and suit every occasion, mood, and pocketbook. From fun-filled weekends in New York, Quebec, and San Francisco to festive forays to Las Vegas and Savannah; from adventurous raft trips down the colourado River to heli-hiking the Canadian Rockies; from high-spirited reunions in Ashland, Oregon, to soothing retreats in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, there is truly something here for everyone. Fresh content reflects the latest trends in women's travel, including dude ranches, yoga retreats, mountain resorts, and an all-new chapter on the best home and garden tours, as well as a new section on where to take teenage daughters. The book is filled with practical tips on roommate etiquette, safety, packing, budgeting, and other specific advice. Short, true stories about women's experiences open each chapter, and quotes from all types of women travelers broaden the appeal, further inspiring readers to pack up their bags, call a girlfriend, and say "Let's go!"

50 Best Short Hikes San Diego

by Jerry Schad

50 Best Short Hikes: San Diego is the first book in a new version of a series Wilderness Press initially launched in the 1990s. This 50 Best title sports a fresh, modern design while maintaining the original concept: It's a guidebook for busy outdoor lovers who want beautiful hikes to experience in limited spurts of time.With all of its trail distances tallying only 1 to 8 miles, 50 Best Short Hikes: San Diego showcases routes that can be completed in just an hour, a morning, or an afternoon. But these capsule distances are anything but dull or monotonous. Instead, myriad terrains beckon within these pages. Some trails wind along the coast, others weave through the canyons, and still others ascend mountains or meander into forests. Because of the attainable distances and the diverse land- and seascapes presented here, 50 Best Short Hikes: San Diego also appeals to hikers with physical limitations and to families with small children. All readers will appreciate the wealth of information about each trail area's varied history, geology, and amenities.As a longtime resident of San Diego and an avid outdoorsman, the author shares his favorite panoramas and pocket nirvanas in this Southern California region. He knows the nooks and crannies of his destinations, and he corrals them into this easy-to-follow, practical-to-use book.He divides San Diego into 5 micro-regions, with an overview map of the entire area. Then each individual entry includes a detailed map, directions to the trailhead, an at-a-glance info box, and personably written descriptive text. Design, information, and the author's writing style make this a compelling resource for local residents, and a keepsake for visitors.

50 Best Short Hikes in Utah's National Parks

by Greg Witt

Utah's five national parks-Arches, Bryce, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion-hold some of the most awe-inspiring geology on the planet. Each park offers visitors the dramatic scenery that invites exploration and discovery.In 50 Best Short Hikes in Utah's National Parks, veteran hiking guide Greg Witt shares the best routes in each park, hikes that are both "must see" and accessible. Park visitors who are short on time will find this book to be the ideal traveling companion, because it quickly helps readers identify the hikes and sights that will make the best use of their time and provide maximum enjoyment.Each hike in the book includes distances, highlights, area maps, and easy-to-follow trailhead directions to make hike selection fast and efficient. Once on the trail, the detailed maps, route description, and interpretive details insure that hikers get the most out of their trip.Even avid hikers and experienced desert explorers will find new insights and discoveries as Witt's interesting and approachable style details the geologic forces that created this landscape. He brings to life the human history-prehistoric cliff-dwellers, native tribes, ranchers, farmers, loggers, miners, and outlaws-that adds to the color of the Colorado Plateau where these five parks are set.

50 Best Short Hikes: Yosemite National Park and Vicinity

by Elizabeth Wenk

50 Best Short Hikes: Yosemite National Park and Vicinity leads hikers of all skill levels to some of the most stunning landscapes Yosemite has to offer including: bubbling alpine creeks, smooth glaciated slabs, giant sequoias, deep dark blue lakes, and rock as far as the eye can see. In addition to in-depth hike descriptions, the author has also included information about the parks natural history, complex landscape, and its human history. Additional information includes tips on keeping yourself and your family safe, the park's natural predators, and helpful weather information.

50 Dates in 50 States: One Woman's Journey to Positive Change

by M.L. Brocklehurst

After an unexpected tragedy, a young woman drops everything to travel the world, find love, and practice her unique brand of positivity. Have you ever wanted to escape the daily grind and set out on an adventure of a lifetime? That's what Melanie did when, hitting rock bottom after the death of her soul mate, she quit her job, sold her house and set out across the United States looking for love. Melanie makes you laugh and cry as she shares her hopes, fears, and most humiliating moments on a journey that changes her life. Part travelogue, part romp, and part how-to guide, Melanie captures the crazy and hilarious ups and downs of internet dating while travelling alone in a foreign land. Along the way she also instructs as well as inspires, providing a clear formula to achieve positive change that anyone can follow. By turns joyful and melancholy this wise and funny author will inspire and uplift you in this honest, humorous, and beautifully written memoir. &“A unique and exciting book that is part travelogue, part romp, and part how-to coach yourself happy.&” —Marla Martenson, Author of Excuse Me, Your Soul Mate is Waiting

50 Great American Places: Essential Historic Sites Across the U.S.

by Brent D. Glass

A one-of-a-kind guide to fifty of the most important cultural and historic sites in the United States guaranteed to fascinate, educate, and entertain—selected and described by the former director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History.From Massachusetts to Florida to Washington to California, 50 Great American Places takes you on a journey through our nation’s history. Sharing the inside stories of sites as old as Mesa Verde (Colorado) and Cahokia (Illinois) and as recent as Silicon Valley (California) and the Mall of America (Minnesota), each essay provides the historical context for places that represent fundamental American themes: the compelling story of democracy and self-government; the dramatic impact of military conflict; the powerful role of innovation and enterprise; the inspiring achievements of diverse cultural traditions; and the defining influence of the land and its resources. Expert historian Brent D. Glass explores these themes by connecting places, people, and events and reveals a national narrative that is often surprising, sometimes tragic, and always engaging—complete with photographs, websites for more information, and suggestions for other places nearby worth visiting. Sites you would expect to read about—in Boston, New York, and Washington, DC—are here, as well as plenty of surprises, such as the Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe, or Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, or the Village Green in Hudson, Ohio; less obvious places that, together with the more well-known destinations, collectively tell the story of America. For families who want to take a trip that is both educational and entertaining, for history enthusiasts, or anyone curious about our country’s greatest places, this book is the perfect guide.

50 Great Bed & Breakfasts and Inns: New England

by Susan Sulich

Susan Sulich takes readers on a trip across New England to explore the top B&Bs and inns. From the Brewster House in Freeport, Maine to the Steamboat Inn in Mystic, Connecticut, the book will provide a brief history of the inn, its locale, as well as suggestions for activities in the surrounding areas. For those who don’t want their vacations to end, it’s also a delectable cookbook including more than 100 of the bed and breakfasts’ signature dishes, such as Carrot Cake Pancakes with Cinnamon Syrup and Cream Cheese Icing, Crab Cake Eggs Benedict, and Maine Blueberry Stuffed French Toast. 50 Great Bed & Breakfasts and Inns: New England is perfect for anyone looking to see New England from the comfort of their home, or enjoy a country breakfast, New England- style.

50 Great Stalks: Hunting the World's Greatest Game Up Close

by Craig Boddington

From tracking polar bears in the Arctic to stalking Cape buffalo in Africa, legendary hunter Craig Boddington reveals 50 of his most intense, dangerous, and unforgettable hunts spanning five decades and six continents. Step into the world's most challenging hunting grounds with one of the most respected names in big game hunting. Through vivid storytelling, Boddington takes you on foot after the planet's most formidable and exotic species—from massive Alaska-Yukon moose to aggressive Cape buffalo, elusive leopards to massive elephants. This collection of hunting adventures includes: Heart-pounding encounters with dangerous game across Africa, including lion, leopard, and elephant High-altitude pursuits of prestigious sheep and ibex in the world's most remote mountains Classic North American big game hunts for bears, moose, and sheep Rare opportunities with some of hunting's most sought-after trophy species Drawing from over 30 years of experience across more than 30 countries, Boddington—executive field editor of GUNS & AMMO and host of Guns & Ammo TV—shares his most exciting and successful stalks. Each chapter puts you right in the action, offering both practical insights and pulse-quickening entertainment for serious hunters and adventure enthusiasts alike.

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