The Spirit of The Border

Paul Murton follows in the footsteps of the first tourists to Scotland. With a Victorian guidebook in his hands, Paul travels across the country tracing the changes that have taken place since the birth of Scottish tourism 200 years ago. For centuries, Scotland was regarded as a place to avoid, and early travellers complained about the terrible weather, bad food, poor roads and the uncouth habits of the natives. To find out what changed to make Scotland an internationally celebrated tourist destination, Paul recreates six Scottish tours suggested by a well-thumbed, 19th-century copy of Black's Picturesque Guide to Scotland.

A revelatory history of the vast tequila empire born from the fires of the Mexican Revolution.

A quick examination of her roots, and one may never have guessed that Mireya Mayor would become the woman she is today. Yet, against all odds, this self-professed former "girly girl" daughter of overprotective Cuban immigrants blossomed from NFL cheerleader to Fulbright Scholar to field scientist and ultimately, quintessential adventurer. Now, with more than a decade's worth of thrilling exploits under her belt, Mayor recounts her life in a riveting, awe-inspiring new book.

From the first human settlements to the latest marine explorations, The Golden Shore tells the tale of the history, culture, and changing nature of California's coasts and ocean.

Contemporary chilled out arabic sounds from Burj Al Arab on double CDs. Inspired by the serenity of the Assawan Spa & Health Club and the magnificent Al Mahara Seafood Restaurant. This music compilation will relax your sense and transport you to a place of peace and tranquility. A perfect momento of the heavenly treatments and luxurious cuisine enjoyed at the iconic Burj Al Arab.

The Ancient Sacred Texts: Why the writings of the Prophets, Saints, Mystics, Sages and Ascetics Matter