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No grammar tests. No memory drills. No chance of failure. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by almost a million people to speak fluently and confidently in no time at all. This course covers European and Latin American...

One of the most remarkable true-crime narratives of the twenty-first century: the story of the world’s most prolific art thief, Stéphane Breitwieser. In this spellbinding portrait of obsession and flawed genius, the best-selling author of The Stranger in the Woods brings us into...

No grammar tests. No memory drills. No chance of failure. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by almost a million people to speak fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Provence, 1970, a lively, dramatic account of the rise of French “nouvelle cuisine,” and the renegade chefs of the 1960s and 70s who revolutionized modern cooking. In The Secret History of French Cooking, Luke Barr takes readers inside the...

Read by the author. An extraordinary journey that uncovers historical secrets about England’s forgotten Queen. From Alice Loxton, author of the acclaimed bestseller Eighteen. ‘Alice Loxton is the star of her generation’ – Dan Snow, historian and host of History Hit ‘I loved this...

No grammar tests. No memory drills. No chance of failure. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by almost a million people to speak fluently and confidently in no time at all. This course covers European and Latin American...

Winner of the Audie Award 2022 for Best History/Biography Audiobook. Earphones Award Winner 2021. A road trip book with a difference. Stars of Outlander - Sam Heughan & Graham McTavish - explore Scotland, a land of raw beauty, poetry, feuding, music, history, and warfare. Narrated by Sam Heughan...

Notes from a Small Island After nearly two decades in Britain, Bill Bryson decided to move his wife and kids back to his homeland of the United States. But not before taking one last trip around Britain, a sort of valedictory tour of the green and kindly island that had so long been his home...

No grammar tests. No memory drills. No chance of failure. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by almost a million people to speak fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take your French to the next level with Paul...

More than 40,000 listeners have enjoyed this story on cassette. Now anyone who's ever dreamed of getting away from it all can enjoy the charms and challenges of A Year in Provence on CD! Peter Mayle and his wife had been to Provence as tourists. They had dreamed of one day trading the long, gray...

A sweeping history of the Greeks, from the Bronze Age to today More than two thousand years ago, the Greek city-states, led by Athens and Sparta, laid the foundation for much of modern science, the arts, politics, and law. But the influence of the Greeks did not end with the rise and fall of...

When she was suddenly given the opportunity of a new life in rural Jutland, journalist and archetypal Londoner Helen Russell discovered a startling statistic: the happiest place on earth isn't Disneyland but Denmark...

Did Garibaldi do Italy a disservice when he helped its disparate parts achieve unity? Was the goal of political unification a mistake....

Tembi Locke, New York Times bestselling author of From Scratch, returns to Sicily for a breathtaking, emotional summer adventure, as she faces the empty nest and an uncharted new chapter in her own life. Tembi Locke has always been obsessed with family—making them, keeping them, thriving...

Five hundred years before Columbus, a Viking woman named Gudrid sailed off the edge of the known world. She landed in the New World and lived there for three years, giving birth to a baby before sailing home. Or so the Icelandic sagas say. Even after archaeologists found a Viking longhouse in...

In The Almost Nearly Perfect People, Michael Booth explains who the Scandinavians are, how they differ and why, and what their quirks and foibles are....

Bill Bryson is an unabashed Anglophile who, through a mistake of history, happened to be born and bred in Iowa. Righting that error, he spent 20 years in England before deciding to repatriate. This was partly to let his wife and children experience life in Bryson's homeland - and partly because...

“Massive, beautiful . . . unquestionably some of the best writing on Spain [and] the best that Mr. Michener has ever done on any subject.”—The Wall Street Journal Spain is an immemorial land like no other, one that James A. Michener, the Pulitzer Prize–winning author and celebrated...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The beloved memoir of self-discovery set against the spectacular Tuscan countryside that inspired the major motion picture starring Diane Lane—now in a twentieth-anniversary edition featuring a new afterword “This beautifully written memoir about taking...

An endlessly entertaining portrait of the city of Amsterdam and the ideas that make it unique, by the author of the acclaimed Island at the Center of the World Tourists know Amsterdam as a picturesque city of low-slung brick houses lining tidy canals; student travelers know it for its legal...

A Course Called Ireland is the story of a walking-averse golfer who treks his way around an entire country, spending 16 weeks playing every seaside hole in Ireland....

When faced with an empty nest, Kari decides to spread her wings. A contemporary take on an ancient experience, Pilgrim is an entertaining and moving memoir of Kari’s 900-kilometer walk to Santiago de Compostela in Spain....

Excite your little language leaner with this easy and engaging audio course for kids. This step-by-step French course follows the relaxed approach of bestselling language coach, Paul Noble, who guides children gently through the basics, with no mention of grammar or text books. Simply listen...

In this unusual and engaging work, Peter Ackroyd brings the listener through time into the city whose institutions and idiosyncrasies have permeated much of his works of fiction and nonfiction....

No grammar tests. No memory drills. No chance of failure. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by almost a million people to speak fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a...

Make time for the things that really matter in life. Find balance and happiness in your daily life, the Scandinavian way, with The Scandinavian Guide to Happiness! There's a reason Finland, Denmark, Norway, Iceland, and Sweden consistently rank as the top 5 happiest countries on earth! Find out...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Provence, 1970, a lively, dramatic account of the rise of French “nouvelle cuisine,” and the renegade chefs of the 1960s and 70s who revolutionized modern cooking. In The Secret History of French Cooking, Luke Barr takes readers inside the...

El autor elige un puñado de ciudades donde se refleja la variedad de paisajes y la huella de la historia como en pocos sitios. Córdoba, Santiago, Toledo, Cáceres, Salamanca, Ibiza o Mérida, entre otras.

Diez recorridos diferentes por Madrid de la mano de una de sus mayores conocedoras. No es una guía ni se pretende exhaustiva. Es personal y única.

Memoir; life in Italy, grief and healing, women’s midlife memoir, expat life, Irish humor, found family, starting again, loss and love, Italy memoir, solo travel. Read as standalone, but better as part of the series. Welcome back to Casa Anam Cara — where the Italian countryside is beautiful, the guests unpredictable, and the bureaucracy remains undefeated. Rosie’s life in Italy continues with hosting fabulous midlife crisis retreats for women and writers, garden chaos, and a revolving door of creative visitors. Between unexpected animals who move in uninvited, magic holy doors, the ...

The List: 150+ Exquisitely Charming Places to Stay in the Dordogne, Charente, Languedoc & Provence France (2026 Edition) invites you to experience southern France. From sun-drenched Provençal villages to medieval Dordogne towns, this guide celebrates authentic accommodations—charming inns, countryside B&Bs, boutique hotels, villas, historic châteaux, rural gîtes & self-catering—that let you slow down and truly inhabit the landscape. Each property has been selected for its character, atmosphere, and sense of place, turning your stay into a memorable part of the journey. Available in ...

Are you tired of boring Spanish textbooks that feel like a chore to read? Most language books for beginners are packed with endless grammar rules and childish dialogues. They leave you feeling overwhelmed and unmotivated. But what if you could learn Spanish naturally, just by enjoying a good story and looking at beautiful illustrations? Welcome to Easy Spanish Short Stories for Beginners, your visual ticket to mastering Spanish (Level A1) without the headaches. Unlike traditional methods, this book uses a unique Visual Storytelling Method designed specifically for adults. Through 7 engaging...

TOURING SWITZERLAND BY TRAIN: THE ULTIMATE SWITZERLAND TRAVEL GUIDE WITH SCENIC RAIL JOURNEYS AND EASY ITINERARIES Discover the easiest, most beautiful way to explore Switzerland — by train. Dreaming of Switzerland — but unsure how to plan it without expensive tours, mountain driving, or complicated logistics? Touring Switzerland by Train shows you how to explore the country independently using one of the most efficient and scenic rail networks in the world. Switzerland’s superb trains, welcoming hospitality culture, and well-connected towns make it one of the easiest countries in ...

An illustrated guide to Romandy, the elegant French-speaking region of western Switzerland. The journey typically begins in Geneva, a hub of diplomacy and luxury defined by the iconic Jet d’Eau. To the east lies Lausanne, the "Olympic Capital," where a medieval Old Town tumbles down to the vibrant lakeside shores of Ouchy. Nearby, the Swiss Riviera features Montreux—home to the legendary Jazz Festival and the photogenic Château de Chillon—and the UNESCO-listed Lavaux Vineyards, where terraced slopes produce world-class wines. Inland, the Canton of Fribourg offers a fairytale ...

Thinking about moving to Portugal but unsure where to start? Every year, thousands of Americans are relocating to Portugal in search of a better quality of life, lower cost of living, beautiful landscapes, and a slower, more balanced lifestyle. From the vibrant streets of Lisbon to the sunny beaches of the Algarve and the charming towns of the Silver Coast, Portugal has quickly become one of the most desirable destinations in Europe for Americans looking to start a new chapter abroad. But relocating to another country can feel overwhelming. Visa applications, residency permits, housing, ...

Dreaming of a new life in Portugal? Over the past decade, Portugal has become one of the most attractive destinations in the world for Americans seeking a better quality of life. With its sunny climate, stunning coastline, safe cities, and lower cost of living, it’s no surprise that thousands of Americans are making the move. But relocating to another country can feel overwhelming. How do visas work? Where should you live? How much does it actually cost? And what does everyday life in Portugal really look like? Moving to Portugal: The 2026 Guide for Americans is a practical, ...

The Passport Diaries is your companion for exploring London with confidence, curiosity, and joy. This guide provides practical tips for navigating the city, from mastering the Tube to discovering local cafés, independent shops, and vibrant neighborhoods. It’s designed to help you move beyond the typical tourist spots and experience London’s rhythm, history, and culture in a way that feels authentic and memorable. The Passport Diaries is a text-driven guide, designed to deliver substance and clarity rather than relying on photos; intentionally priced and accessible, within easy reach ...

Ireland Revealed: 150+ Fascinating Facts, Trivia, and Hidden History of the Emerald Isle by Declan Murphy is the perfect 2026 gift book for anyone who loves Ireland—ideal for birthdays, St. Patrick's Day, travel planning, Irish heritage celebrations, housewarmings, or simply sharing the magic of the Emerald Isle with friends and family. Penned by Declan Murphy, a lifelong native of Dingle, County Kerry and author of How to Drive in Ireland, this warm, present-tense Kindle title delivers over 150 surprising facts, quirky trivia, and heartfelt stories. Featuring beautiful full-colour ...

Nestled in the Caucasus Mountains at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Georgia plays a geopolitical role far greater than its size would suggest. Its strategic location has been both a blessing and a curse, however. Once a battlefield of the Christian and Muslim worlds, today it is caught between its EU aspirations and its location in Russia’s backyard.

The Passport Diaries emerged from a simple observation: the gap between aspirational travel content and the practical reality of navigating a foreign city. This guide helps you move beyond highlight reels of perfectly lit cafés, buttery croissants and sunset views of the Seine. Learn how to purchase a Paris metro ticket, avoid tourist traps, find local dining spots, and navigate cultural nuances that can make or break your experience. From major landmarks to quiet Parisian neighborhood walks, this guide provides the practical scaffolding to explore Paris confidently, with all its beauty, ...