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Fruits of Bali
by Fred B. Eiseman Margaret EisemanBali's Succulent Tropical Fruits make a vivid ans lasting impression on every visitor. Fruits of Bali is a field guide to this cornucopia of exotic shapes, tastes, and smells - providing photographs and descriptions of some 50 varieties, as well as fascinating botanical and background information and tips on buying and preparing the fruits yourself. Even familiar fruits acquire a distinct taste and texture in the island's tropical environment, and those unique to the region provide a surprising and delicious experience.
Fugitives and Refugees: A Walk in Portland, Oregon (Crown Journeys)
by Chuck PalahniukThe author of the best-selling novel reveals his favorite Portland, Oregon landmarks in this autobiographical travel guide that describes the City of Roses as "the home of America's fugitives and refugees." Covering a bit of culture and a bit of history, the guide begins with a Portland vocabulary lesson and then offers descriptive listings of selected restaurants (with key recipes), architecture, museums, swingers' sex clubs (gay and straight), events, transportation, shopping, and photo opportunities, along with wry commentary from the author. The guide does not include maps, photographs, or an index. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Full Moon over Noah's Ark: An Odyssey to Mount Ararat and Beyond
by Rick AntonsonAcclaimed travel writer Rick Antonson sets his adventurous compass on Mount Ararat, exploring the region’s long history, religious mysteries, and complex politics.Mount Ararat is the most fabled mountain in the world. For millennia this massif in eastern Turkey has been rumored as the resting place of Noah’s Ark following the Great Flood. But it also plays a significant role in the longstanding conflict between Turkey and Armenia.Author Rick Antonson joined a five-member expedition to the mountain’s nearly 17,000-foot summit, trekking alongside a contingent of Armenians, for whom Mount Ararat is the stolen symbol of their country. Antonson weaves vivid historical anecdote with unexpected travel vignettes, whether tracing earlier mountaineering attempts on the peak, recounting the genocide of Armenians and its unresolved debate, or depicting the Kurds’ ambitions for their own nation’s borders, which some say should include Mount Ararat.What unfolds in Full Moon Over Noah’s Ark is one man’s odyssey, a tale told through many stories. Starting with the flooding of the Black Sea in 5600 BCE, through to the Epic of Gilgamesh and the contrasting narratives of the Great Flood known to followers of the Judaic, Christian and Islamic religions, Full Moon Over Noah’s Ark takes readers along with Antonson through the shadows and broad landscapes of Turkey, Iraq, Iran and Armenia, shedding light on a troubled but fascinating area of the world.Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Full Steam Ahead, Felix: Adventures of a famous station cat and her kitten apprentice
by Kate MooreTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'FULL OF FUNNY AND HEART-WARMING STORIES' Sunday ExpressThe charming sequel to Felix the Railway Cat, with more exciting adventures from his life on and off duty at Huddersfield Railway Station. Felix, Senior Pest Controller at Huddersfield station, has been at the heart of a close-knit community since the day she arrived as a kitten. But now, having risen to fame, everyday life at the station has become rather hectic; while reporters and fans clamour for a glimpse of her, Felix and her human co-workers find themselves, and the station, in quite a whirlwind. With the job seemingly too big for one fluffy feline to handle, it seems only sensible to recruit a young apprentice to the team: enter, Bolt. Full of funny and heart-warming stories, with personal tales from Felix's biggest fans, this is the remarkable tale of Felix and Bolt, the ultimate pest-controlling duo.AS SEEN ON THE ONE SHOW & GOOD MORNING BRITAINPraise for Felix the Railway Cat: 'The global sensation' Daily Telegraph'A phenomenon' Big Issue'The purrfect railway cat' Daily Express Royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to Huddersfield Samaritans and Action for Children
Full Tilt
by Dervla MurphyFulfilling a childhood dream, Dervla Murphy embarked in 1963 on an epic journey from Dunkirk to Delhi with her trusty bicycle, Roz. She began her trek during the worst winter in living memory, and even when the weather improved there were enough difficulties and dangers to satisfy the most intrepid of travellers. Her resourcefulness, however, matched up to her unexpected encounters, and she turned a blind eye to personal danger and discomfort. Yet, everywhere she ventured, she was met with kindness and hospitality, which is the focus of this travel diary.
Full Tilt: Ireland to India with a Bicycle
by Dervla MurphyA bicycle trek across two continents. Based on her daily diary, this is Dervla Murphy's account of her ride, in 1963, across frozen Europe and through Persia and Afghanistan, over the Himalayas to Pakistan and into India, during one of the worst winters in memory. She has written other travel books, including In Ethiopia with a Mule.
Full Tilt: Ireland to India with a Bicycle
by Dervla MurphyA bicycle trek across two continents. Based on her daily diary, this is Dervla Murphy’s account of her ride, in 1963, across frozen Europe and through Persia and Afghanistan, over the Himalayas to Pakistan and into India, during one of the worst winters in memory. She has written other travel books, including In Ethiopia with a Mule.
Fullerton: The Boom Years
by Cathy Thomas Sylvia Palmer Mudrick Debora RicheyAmerica enjoyed newfound prosperity in the decades following World War II, and Southern California was an epicenter of postwar growth. Among the many Orange County communities that grew and flourished in this hopeful and exciting era, Fullerton led the way. Join authors Sylvia Palmer Mudrick, Debora Richey and Cathy Thomas as they recount Fullerton's boom years. It was a time characterized by economic growth, vibrant development and engaged civic participation. From the founding of the world-famous Fender guitar company to the establishment of Fullerton's first university, discover the events and people that transformed Fullerton from a small town to a thriving city.
Fulton
by Elizabeth R. JonesLocated in the southwestern part of the state, Fulton, Kentucky was first known as Pontotoc by the native Chickasaw Indians. The town was founded in 1828, along with its sister city, South Fulton, Tennessee, when Benjamin Franklin Carr purchased 160 acres from the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The town was labeled the "end of the line" by the federal government due to its pivotal position at the termination point of the Paducah-Memphis rail-all mail sent to the region was addressed as such. Images of America: Fulton follows the agricultural and industrial development of the region, and provides local folklore as well.
Fulton (Images of America)
by Bob Franks Mona Robinson MillsFulton is one of the oldest cities in northern Mississippi. Established on May 11, 1837, by an act of the Mississippi legislature, the city is the northernmost town on the Tombigbee River, located less than 10 miles south of that river’s headwaters. Fulton was settled by hardy pioneers seeking new opportunities in the newly available lands of Mississippi’s Chickasaw Cession. From its first days, Fulton was the center of commercial activity in Itawamba County, as well as the home to county government. During the Civil War and Reconstruction, the town declined, until a period of new growth and activity took place during the early 20th century. At that time, the timber industry became a lucrative venture, and the Mississippian Railway was established, connecting Fulton to the Frisco Railroad in Amory, 20 miles to the south. Fulton is now home to Itawamba Community College and is adjacent to the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, one of the largest inland waterways in the nation.
Fun Texas Festivals and Events
by Jim GramonTexans will use any excuse to have fun! Pull up a chair and let a legendary Texas storyteller take you on a yearlong tour to 1,600 of his favorite fun Texas events in over 600 towns.
Fun with the Family Colorado: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Doris KennedyGeared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Colorado features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.
Fun with the Family Connecticut: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Doe BoyleGeared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Connecticut features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.
Fun with the Family Florida: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Stephen Morrill Adele Del WoodyardFun with the Family Florida leads the way to historical attractions, children's museums, festivals, parks, and much more.
Fun with the Family Georgia (Fun with the Family Series)
by Dan ThalimerThese travel guides are written by parents with the whole family in mind, particularly parents with children between the ages of two and twelve. Features include interesting facts and sidebars as well as easy-to-read icons. These new releases have been updated with the latest information on family-friendly places to stay, new entertainment venues, kid-friendly restaurants, museums, parks, helpful websites, and fun activities (including free ones)!
Fun with the Family Hawaii: Hundreds Of Ideas For Day Trips With The Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Julie DemelloPlanning a vacation in paradise with the kids? From hiking trails with scenic views to a queen&’s summer palace to a petroglyph field, Hawaii offers many diverse activities for families to enjoy. Fun with the Family™ Hawaii leads the way to amusement parks, historical attractions, children&’s museums, wildlife habitats, festivals, parks, and much more. It takes you and the little ones on an exhilarating journey through the Hawaiian Islands of Oahu, Maui, The Big Island, Kauai, Molokai, and Lanai, doing these and many other things: Exploring Hawaii&’s rich multicultural roots and experiencing life on an early twentieth-century sugar cane plantation at Oahu's Hawaii Plantation VillageGetting sprayed with ocean surf through a lava tube at Halona BlowholeHorseback riding on the slopes of Haleakala Crater in MauiSailing on a sunset catamaran ride along the south shore of Kauai
Fun with the Family Illinois: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Lori Meek SchuldtGeared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Illinois features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.
Fun with the Family Maryland: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Karen NitkinFrom the round-the-clock hokeyness of Ocean City to the bucolic charms of Deep Creek Lake, the Old Line State packs in hundreds of kids activities and attractions in its compact 10,460 square miles. And this book describes practically all of them—including mountains, hiking trails, beaches, amusement parks, cities, zoos and aquariums, parks, children&’s museums, farms, festivals, and a wealth of history.
Fun with the Family Massachusetts: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Marcia Glassman-JaffeWritten by a parent, this opinionated, personal, and easy-to-use guide has hundreds of ideas to keep the kids entertained for an hour, a day, or a weekend! Fun with the Family Massachusetts leads the way to historical attractions, children's museums, festivals, parks, and much more. Geared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Massachusetts features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.
Fun with the Family Metro New York: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Mary Lynn BlanksWritten by a parent, for parents, this opinionated, personal, and easy-to-use guide has hundreds of ideas to keep the kids entertained for an hour, a day, or a weekend! Fun with the Family Metro New York leads the way to amusement parks, historical attractions, children&’s museums, wildlife habitats, festivals, parks, and many other exciting places to go. The whole family will enjoy . . . Exploring the natural wonders of Wave Hill, Van Cortlandt Park, and Pelham Bay Park—all within the city limitsTime-traveling back to the days of yore, whether as wizards or princesses, at the CloistersStrolling through the fabulous mansions of millionaires, or speculating on the whereabouts of the buried treasures of Rip Van Winkle and Captain KiddSwimming, boating, hiking, sightseeing, and fishing on Fire Island National Seashore
Fun with the Family New Jersey: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Francesca Di MeglioA first edition! This opinionated, personal, and easy-to-use guide has hundreds of ideas to keep the kids entertained for an hour, a day, or a weekend! Fun with the Family New Jersey leads the way to historical attractions, children's museums, wildlife habitats, festivals, parks, and much more. Geared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, the guide features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.
Fun with the Family North Carolina: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by James L. HoffmanWritten by a parent for parents, this opinionated, personal, and easy-to-use guide has hundreds of ideas to keep the kids entertained for an hour, a day, or a weekend! Fun with the Family North Carolina leads the way to amusement parks, historical attractions, children&’s museums, wildlife habitats, festivals, parks, and much more. The whole family will enjoy… Riding the rails and taking in the sights aboard a steam locomotive on the Great Smoky Mountain RailwayGetting wet on Sliding Rock, a 150-foot natural waterslide, and exploring the waterfalls at Pisgah National ForestCelebrating the holiday spirit in McAdenville, better known as Christmastown USA, where every December the small community shines bright with more than 350,000 Christmas lightsTraveling the world and getting wild at the many exhibits at the North Carolina Zoo, one of the largest walk-through zoos on the planet
Fun with the Family Northern California: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Karen MisuracaGeared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Northern California features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.
Fun with the Family Oregon: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Sarah PagliasottiWritten by a parent for parents, this opinionated, personal, and easy-to-use guide has hundreds of ideas to keep the kids entertained for an hour, a day, or a weekend! Fun with the Family Oregon leads the way to amusement parks, historical attractions, children&’s museums, wildlife habitats, festivals, parks, and much more. The whole family will enjoy . . . Donning your 10-gallon hats and cowboy boots (or baseball caps and sneakers) at the Pendleton Round-Up, one of America&’s largest rodeos. Enjoying the tide pools (at low tide) around the base of 235-foot Haystack Rock near Cannon Beach, one of the world&’s largest freestanding monoliths. Flying high at the sight of the fighter planes and blimps in the Tillamook Air Museum, the world&’s largest clear-span wood building.
Fun with the Family Pennsylvania: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
by Christine O'TooleGeared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Pennsylvania features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.