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“There is no city like New York and no better tour guide to it than Keith Taillon! I’m a lifelong New Yorker but he has taught me things about each neighborhood and every block I never knew before. Keith brings the ‘city that never sleeps’ alive in a way no one else can.” – Anderson Cooper Join Keith Taillon on twelve of his most popular walking tour routes, examining in depth the various neighbourhoods of Manhattan, their history, and the intricacies of their formation. In Walking New York, Keith traces the evolution of the Big Apple back to some of its early seeds, focusing on the 19th and 20th centuries—a window in which New York City transformed from a small provincial port town into a global metropolis. He covers everything from the completion of the Erie Canal and Croton Aqueduct to some of the notorious characters behind the city’s Gilded Age. Each chapter features a suggested walking route, with a detailed map and notes on the route's length and time. Throughout each walk, readers are encouraged to pause and really take in the streetscape. Filled with interesting facts and timelines, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of why the city looks and feels the way it does. Perfect for tourists, New Yorkers and armchair travellers alike, you will see New York in a new way, learning to look up, look around, and appreciate this truly special place anew.

Explores the extraordinary range of monuments and memorials to be found in Scotland. Covers over 500 monuments and memorials which range from follies to fountains and from delicate sundials to colossal statues of long-dead aristocracy.

An essential guide to one of the world's most remarkable, and often misunderstood, cities by the author of Why the Dutch Are Different.When Ben Coates injures his leg and needs to rebuild his strength by walking, he finds himself presented with an exciting opportunity: to rediscover the city he has been working in for over a decade, at a slower pace. He devises ten walks, each demonstrating a different chapter of Amsterdam's history, from its humble beginnings as a small fishing community through two Golden Ages, fuelled by the growth of the Dutch colonial empire, two world wars, and countless reinventions.Join Coates as he meanders past beautiful townhouses and glittering canals, dances at Pride celebrations, witnesses the King's apology at Keti Koti, attends a WW2 memorial, gets high at a coffee shop, walks through the red-light district, and gazes in awe at Rembrandt paintings, all the while illuminating modern Amsterdam by explaining its past.Blending travelogue and quirky history, The Invention of Amsterdam is an entertaining and sharply observed portrait of a fascinating and complicated city.

Discover the magic of West Wales with this unique new guidebook. Blending invigorating wild swimming adventures with scenic walks through spectacular natural landscapes, it will inspire you to explore emerald waters, reach remote waterfalls and immerse yourself in the rich history and diverse wildlife of this captivating region. Going beyond traditional trail descriptions, this new guide offers detailed insights into the natural wonders that make each location special. Learn about the unique flora and fauna of the Celtic rain forests while hiking the Doethie valley, witness the UK's largest residential bottlenose dolphin population at Mwnt, uncover geological marvels at Ceibwr Bay, where ancient rock folds reveal millions of years of history, or venture to the remote Teifi Pools, a Dark Sky Discovery Site where you can swim beneath a blanket of stars.Rich with detailed location and safety information, contextual guidance, vivid historical background and recommendations for cozy local pubs and cafés, whether you're a hiker, swimmer, history lover or weekend adventurer you'll find everything you need in this book to explore one of Wales' wildest corners with confidence.

Embark on a paddle boarding adventure across South East England with this guide, unlocking the hidden gems of 13 counties. From Hampshire's Solent coastline and New Forest rivers to the tranquil waterways of Cambridgeshire, this book offers more than just a collection of routes; it invites readers to discover lesser-known paddle boarding locations that showcase the region's diverse landscapes. Whether you're exploring hidden rivers like the Mole or Ivel, meandering through the lush countryside of Sussex, exploring the serene waterways of Kent's River Medway, or taking on the vibrant energy of London's Docklands, this new guide provides an unparalleled way to experience the beauty of nature from the water. hat makes this book unique is its focus on the overlooked and underexplored. It doesn't just cover the well-known rivers, lakes and coasts, but also delves into secret beaches, quiet backwaters and secluded creeks: the peaceful Cuckmere River winding through iconic chalk cliffs to the Seven Sisters in East Sussex, secret saltmarsh creeks in Essex and the calm waters of the Chichester Ship Canal in West Sussex. There's history, too, with the Grand Union Canal passing through bygone Buckinghamshire villages and the River Thames passes beneath the ramparts of Windsor Castle in Berkshire. The guide also highlights urban adventures, with the Limehouse Cut and Regent's Canal providing unforgettable routes through the capital, passing landmarks like the Olympic Stadium, Little Venice, and Camden Lock. Each route is carefully detailed, with tips on where to launch, how to stay safe and where to eat, stay or relax along the way. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned paddle boarder, you'll find a fresh perspective on South East England's stunning waterways, inviting you to connect with nature in a new way.

This revised and expanded third edition of Wild Things' seminal guide to wild swimming in Britain is your passport to adventure. Leading you to more than 500 magical wild swimming spots in Britain's hidden corners, this latest edition features over 100 new locations, as well as updated information on water quality, access, safety and getting started. Discover secret waterfalls, secluded lakes and crystal-clear rivers perfect for a refreshing dip. Learn to identify riverside wildlife, find wild foods and even build a woodland sauna. Swim with otters in Devon, go river-tubing in Yorkshire and night-swim under the stars in Oxfordshire. Take a dip in the mystical St Nectan's Kieve in Tintagel, where legend says King Arthur's knights were baptised. Explore the depths of Wast Water, England's deepest lake (rumoured to have an underwater gnome garden) and discover the secluded beauty of Llyn Glaslyn, nestled beneath the towering peaks of Snowdonia.

The ultimate adventure guide to exploring Ireland's rugged west coast, this new guide reveals the region's 1,000 wildest and most enchanting places. From remote beaches and dramatic cliffs to secret waterfalls and magical woodlands, readers are taken off the beaten path to discover the untamed beauty of Western Ireland - Donegal, Galway, Mayo, Clare, Kerry, Sligo, Roscommon, Leitrim and Limerick. Perfect for adventurers, nature lovers and families, the guide uncovers hidden gems that most tourists never see and charts the best slow food and wild places to stay. From kayaking among hundreds of tiny islands in Mayo to sandwiching secluded coves and rolling mountains with superb food in Connemara, exploring the Burren's otherworldly rock formations and secret lakes in County Clare, and wandering the wild beaches, remote sea cliffs and waterfalls of Kerry, this new guide brims with Atlantic Ocean adventures, journeys around forgotten castles, forts and tombs, and expeditions into lush valleys where rivers carve their way through mesmerising wild landscapes. Head to County Donegal to explore Glenveagh National Park, with its dense woodlands, rivers and dramatic mountain views, or visit the Aran Islands to uncover some of the most spectacular coastal cliffs and ancient ruins in Ireland. In various counties, inland greenways link abandoned ruins, wildlife-rich bogs, ancient woodlands and rushy riverbanks. Each chapter is packed with practical advice on how to reach these hidden treasures, including detailed maps, GPS coordinates, and tips on where to camp, wild swim and picnic. With recommendations for the best local pubs, innovative restaurants and unique farm shops, this guide will also help you connect with Ireland's culture and communities.

Explore the Welsh hills, uncovering Dylan Thomas's legacy, rebellion history, and a landscape filled with cultural and personal significance.Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the Welsh hills, where each step unveils a tapestry woven with history, culture, and personal connection. Traverse the poetic landscapes that inspired Dylan Thomas, wandering through the Uplands where he was born and raised, and losing yourself in the tranquillity of Cwmdonkin Park, where Thomas's childhood adventures breathed life into his timeless works. Then, immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Laugharne, where Thomas found solace in his writing shed and echoes of his poignant verses still linger among the picturesque scenery.As you wander through Pontarddulais, a landscape steeped in the tumultuous history of the Rebecca Riots, you'll be transported back to a time of dissent and defiance. Follow the path from Coed Bach Park to St Telio's Church, where gravestones whisper tales of rebellion, and pause at the Fountain Inn, a silent witness to the love and courage of Daniel Lewis and Elizabeth. Venture into the heart of Wales, where rugged mountainsides and haunting forests hold secrets untold. In 'Walking Welsh History', every trail is a journey of discovery, offering a glimpse into the soul of a nation shaped by its past.

Explore the dark side of football, from match-fixing and corruption to riots and scandalous tragedies.It was Pelé who popularised the idea of football as 'the Beautiful Game' and so it is. But football also has its uglier side.As far back as the Edwardian era matches were 'fixed' to benefit gamblers, or to help clubs desperately in need of points to win promotion or to avoid relegation.There have been matches so brutal that on one occasion it was necessary for the BBC to precede televised highlights with a warning to viewers that what they were about see was 'appalling, disgusting, disgraceful'.Crowd disorders, inadequate policing, and stadiums left in disrepair have resulted in loss of life and added to the scandals that have scarred 'the Beautiful Game' and caused public outrage.From Bolton to Brussels, Manchester to Montevideo, Seoul to Santiago, football has seen many dark chapters, many tragedies and more than a few shady characters, from the goalkeeper who offered not to 'accidently' let in goals to the referee who was arrested with 13lbs of heroin hidden in his underpants.Soccer Scandals: When the Beautiful Game Turned Ugly tells of the high-ranking officials who were at the centre of some of the most remarkable widespread corruptions that football has ever seen, of the betting rings involving unscrupulous players and referees, of doping, blackmail and phone taps, of 'shameful savagery' on the pitch and riots off it, even of suicide and attempted murder.It is the stuff of pulp fiction rather than of just games and goals and Saturday heroes. It is the ugly side of the game that Pelé found so beautiful.

In this high-speed glide through Florida surf culture, Dan Reiter chronicles stories of the sport in a region that has produced some of the world's finest surf champions, Pipe masters, and surfboard builders.

A gripping, pacy thriller about an elite group of figure skaters, taking part in a competition that turns deadly.

The Power of Positive Fishing is an emotional journey interspersed with humor on how two individuals finally found their full potential, and caught some fish along the way.

The most complete and rounded picture of Matt Busby - the man and the manager - ever written, from an author widely regarded as the best Manchester United historian alive today. Contains never-before-heard interviews with Matt Busby, Sir Alex Ferguson and other key Manchester United figures.