The Rough Guide to Unexplained Phenomena

by Bob Rickard

Author	: Bob Rickard
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 468
Release	: 2007-09-03
Genre	: Travel
ISBN	: 1405384565

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The Rough Guide to Unexplained Phenomena is an exploration of the zone that lies between the known and the unknown, a shadowy territory that's home to the lake monsters, combusting people, teleporting frogs and man-eating trees. Taking a Fortean path between dogmatic scientists and credulous believers, the authors trace tales of wonder back to their sources, drawing from a huge archive of observations, opinions and discussions. This updated second edition boasts new illustrations and plenty of intriguing new sections from near death experiences to ghosts, haunted houses and mysterious mass deaths. There are many things which are not yet known or understood about our world - as this guide shows there are many riddles to solve and wonders to experience. Decide for yourself with The Rough Guide to Unexplained Phenomona

Unexplained Phenomena

by John Michell

Author	: John Michell
Publisher	: Rough Guides
Total Pages	: 404
Release	: 2000
Genre	: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN	: 9781858285894

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The Rough Guide to Unexplained Phenomena is an exploration of the zone that lies between the known and the unknown, a shadowy territory that's home to lake monsters, combusting people, teleporting frogs and man-eating trees. Taking a Fortean path between dogmatic scientists and credulous believers, the authors trace tales of wonder back to their sources, drawing from a huge archive of observations, opinions and discussions. As the third millennium begins, many things are not yet known or understood about our world -- as this Rough Guide shows, there are still many riddles to solve and wonders to experience.

The Rough Guide to Paris

by Ruth Blackmore

Author	: Ruth Blackmore
Publisher	: Rough Guides
Total Pages	: 476
Release	: 2003
Genre	: Travel
ISBN	: 9781843530787

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Accomodation - Eating and drinking - Shops and markets - Music and night life - Festivals and events - Paris suburbsn_

The Rough Guide to Cambodia

by Beverley Palmer

Author	: Beverley Palmer
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 380
Release	: 2008
Genre	: Travel
ISBN	: 1858286778

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With accounts of all attractions from the atmospheric temples of Angkor and Phnom Penh, to the resort of Sihanoukville and the jungle-clad hills of Rattanakiri, this guide includes a background on Cambodian history, religion and cultural life.

The Rough Guide to Chicago

by Rich McHugh

Author	: Rich McHugh
Publisher	: Rough Guides
Total Pages	: 316
Release	: 2003
Genre	: Travel
ISBN	: 9781858287553

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An honest, illustrated, detailed guide to the quintessential American city. Full coverage of all the neighbourhoods, including the downtown Loop and its prominent skyline, and ethnic enclaves like Greektown and Pilsen, plu ssighs from the Art Institute of Chicago to the shops on Michigan Avenue and all the Frank Lloyd Wright houses in Oak Park. Listings of restaurants, nightlife and accomodation cater for all budgets and include places to hear the Chicago Blues and engage in local pastimes such as rooting for the doomed Cubs baseball team. Tours and excursions to the North Shore are also listed.

Bizarre Phenomena and Unexplained Mysteries

by Peter Henshaw

Author	: Peter Henshaw
Publisher	: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages	: 258
Release	: 2011-12-15
Genre	: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN	: 1448859840

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Chronicles the world's greatest supernatural mysteries, including crop circles, fairies, and UFOs.

Rough Guide to the Universe

by John Scalzi

Author	: John Scalzi
Publisher	: Penguin
Total Pages	: 436
Release	: 2008-05-01
Genre	: Fiction
ISBN	: 1405383704

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Whether you’re a novice or a more experienced astronomer, The Rough Guide to The Universe is indispensable. The truth may or may not be out there, but space is the place to look, and the Rough Guide to the Universe takes it all in, from our own moon to the furthest frontiers of the known universe - and then speculates about what lies beyond. This fascinating guide is not meant to delve too deeply; instead it gives the reader the grounding needed to appreciate the night sky. Clue- up on the basics with concise information on every planet in the solar system, and practical advice on observing the planets and stars with binoculars, telescopes and the naked eye. You’ll find the latest theories about how the universe came to exist, incisive explanations of the formation of galaxies and weird concepts such a dark matter, wormholes and superstrings. The guide also provides travel-based information on planetariums, observatories and 'deep sky' sites as well as listings of star clubs, space news sources and other Internet resources. With dozens of photographs and star charts of every constellation, The Rough Guide to the Universe is The Stargazer’s essential handbook

The Rough Guide to Film

by Rough Guides

Author	: Rough Guides
Publisher	: Rough Guides UK
Total Pages	: 676
Release	: 2008-05-01
Genre	: Fiction
ISBN	: 1848361254

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Get the lowdown on the best fiction ever written. Over 230 of the world’s greatest novels are covered, from Quixote (1614) to Orhan Pamuk’s Snow (2002), with fascinating information about their plots and their authors – and suggestions for what to read next. The guide comes complete with recommendations of the best editions and translations for every genre from the most enticing crime and punishment to love, sex, heroes and anti-heroes, not to mention all the classics of comedy and satire, horror and mystery and many other literary genres. With feature boxes on experimental novels, female novelists, short reviews of interesting film and TV adaptations, and information on how the novel began, this guide will point you to all the classic literature you’ll ever need.

The Rough Guide to Prague

by Rob Humphreys

Author	: Rob Humphreys
Publisher	: Rough Guides
Total Pages	: 352
Release	: 2002
Genre	: Prague (Czech Republic)
ISBN	: 9781858289007

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THE ROUGH GUIDE TO PRAGUE is the insider's handbook to the Czech capital. Features include: Entertaining accounts of all the sights, from the vast castle complex to the modern art museum - plus excursions outside the city. Extensive listings of the best places to stay, eat and drink, and the last word on the city's nightlife. Incisive background on Prague's culture and history, ranging from new wave cinema to the story of the Velvet Revolution. Full-colour map section plus 20 other maps and plans.