The introduction offers an overview of Australia's world-heritage sites, aboriginal culture and art, artists and writers, wines, surfing and beach culture, climate, annual events, flora and fauna, landscape, as well as a detailed history section. --Kathryn True --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

The New York Times
Each book is a visual as well as informational feast about a particular place. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Get the inside story on outer space from three-time shuttle astronaut R. Mike Mullane.

"A fascinating collection of honest, factual, from-the-heart answers to the most often asked questions about spaceflight and spacefliers. Required reading for all who aspire to travel in space." —Kathy Thornton, 4-mission Shuttle Astronaut, World Record Holder for Spacewalks by a Woman.

"A brilliant addition to the understanding of space flight. Only a man who has been there—outer space—and done that—fly the Space Shuttle—could render the complexities of flying in space so lucidly." —Walter J. Boyne, Colonel, USAF (Ret.), Former Director, National Air and Space Museum.

"A highly informative inside view of what astronauts really experience in space." —Ed Buckbee, Former Director, U.S. Space & Rocket and U.S. Space Camp.

"All astronauts have been peppered with great questions. Mike Mullane has great answers." —Vice Admiral Richard H. Truly, U.S. Navy (Ret.), Columbia 1981, Challenger 1983, NASA Administrator 1989-1992.

The publisher, John Wiley & Sons
From the fantastic everyday facts of life in outer space to the life-and-death decisions astronauts must face, veteran Shuttle astronaut Mike Mullane tells readers what space travel is really like as he answers the most common questions about space and the adventure of life as an astronaut. His combination of accessible scientific explanation, firsthand insight and hilarious anecdotes makes this book an unforgettable, out-of-this-world reading experience.

Cycle the best of Australia, with 31 tours along great beaches, across the High Country and through quiet country towns. Find a tour to suit you: explore Sydney’s famous harbour; enjoy a few days of wineries and B&Bs; or spend a month riding beautiful Tasmania.

• 139 days of Australia’s best riding
• East Coast Ride – Melbourne to the Gold Coast in 31 days
• where to stay – quiet camping, cozy B&Bs or comfortable hotels
• where to eat, for cyclists on every budget
• what to see and do, in and out of the saddle
• maintenance tips and bike shop contacts

"Cycling Australia" features

• 139 days of Australia’s best riding• East Coast Ride – Melbourne to the Gold Coast in 31 days• where to stay – quiet camping, cozy B&Bs or comfortable hotels• where to eat, for cyclists on every budget• what to see and do, in and out of the saddle

10 exciting memorable Driving Tours Bed and Board, featuring choice restaurants and great places to stay categorized by price Practical Information, including driving and parking regulations, tourist offices and shopping venues Full-Color Photographs and close up maps of major attractions Points of interest rated according to the Michelin Star System

Publisher Description
More than an atlas, more than a guide, the Michelin California Road atlas + travel guide pairs great mapping with exciting travel information to California’s most memorable destinations. Discover the wonders of this beautiful state from the Giant Sequoias to the vineyards of Napa and Sonoma Valley. Michelin includes 12 different driving tours, complete with bed and board suggestions, practical information and shopping venues.

Driving tours are highlighted on the atlas pages with a dotted green line. Site plans are scattered throughout the guide while detailed city plans are positioned alphabetically in the index. Colorful photos will inspire your next road trip while the atlas pages will help you get there without a hitch. Measuring a approximately 4.5" x 10", and a fraction of an inch thick, this slim Michelin California Road atlas + travel guide can fit in your glove box, your purse, or practically anywhere you need it to be.