Books with author Laurence Mitchell

This new, thoroughly updated fifth edition of Bradt's Serbia remains the most acclaimed guide available to a country which in recent years has welcomed an increasing number of foreign tourists to discover its attractive rolling countryside, lively cities, excellent food and friendly people. Development of tourism infrastructure continues apace in Serbia and this new edition reflects all the changes and trends of recent years, including Belgrade's increasing popularity as a weekend break destination, the continued evolution and rising quality of accommodation across all price brackets in both the capital and beyond, the development of Belgrade's Savamala riverfront area, the rise in popularity of bird-watching holidays, the possibilities for wine tours, and the increase in visitors to the EXIT festival held annually in Novi Sad and to the Guča trumpet festival in central Serbia. Particularly notable since the previous edition is Serbia's dramatic improvement in English-language facilities for visitors, with many towns and cities now having tourist information centres with helpful staff, all of which are detailed in this guide.Written by an expert author, the Bradt guide to Serbia offers up-to-date background information on the country's geography, history, economy, politics and people, as well as a strong emphasis on culture and the arts – music, literature, cinema and art – and on natural history, including a thorough overview of Serbia's best wildlife sites. Comprehensive and up-to-date listings of the best places to stay and eat according to budget are covered, along with reliable public transport information to enable you to travel independently with confidence. This guide recommends facilities and places of interest that will hold appeal for all types of visitor – from impecunious young travellers seeking a fun-filled city break to older visitors who prefer a slower pace and wish to immerse themselves in local tradition.Despite burgeoning interest, Serbia remains one of the least known corners of Europe. Belgrade and second city Novi Sad are lively, cosmopolitan and welcoming, while rural Serbia, with its hidden monasteries and gorgeous countryside, is an undiscovered gem. With the Bradt guide you will be able to discover all this intriguing country has to offer.

This new, thoroughly updated fifth edition of Bradt's Serbia remains the most acclaimed guide available to a country which in recent years has welcomed an increasing number of foreign tourists to discover its attractive rolling countryside, lively cities, excellent food and friendly people. Development of tourism infrastructure continues apace in Serbia and this new edition reflects all the changes and trends of recent years, including Belgrade's increasing popularity as a weekend break destination, the continued evolution and rising quality of accommodation across all price brackets in both the capital and beyond, the development of Belgrade's Savamala riverfront area, the rise in popularity of bird-watching holidays, the possibilities for wine tours, and the increase in visitors to the EXIT festival held annually in Novi Sad and to the Guca trumpet festival in central Serbia. Particularly notable since the previous edition is Serbia's dramatic improvement in English-language facilities for visitors, with many towns and cities now having tourist information centres with helpful staff, all of which are detailed in this guide.Written by an expert author, the Bradt guide to Serbia offers up-to-date background information on the country's geography, history, economy, politics and people, as well as a strong emphasis on culture and the arts - music, literature, cinema and art - and on natural history, including a thorough overview of Serbia's best wildlife sites. Comprehensive and up-to-date listings of the best places to stay and eat according to budget are covered, along with reliable public transport information to enable you to travel independently with confidence. This guide recommends facilities and places of interest that will hold appeal for all types of visitor - from impecunious young travellers seeking a fun-filled city break to older visitors who prefer a slower pace and wish to immerse themselves in local tradition.Despite burgeoning interest, Serbia remains one of the least known corners of Europe. Belgrade and second city Novi Sad are lively, cosmopolitan and welcoming, while rural Serbia, with its hidden monasteries and gorgeous countryside, is an undiscovered gem. With the Bradt guide you will be able to discover all this intriguing country has to offer.

The Circle is back, and Jamie must destroy it once and for all. Strange occurrences are beginning all over the globe, worsening by the day. On his journey, he encounters an extraordinary visit into another world, meeting his greatest helpers along the way. Despite everything being thrown in his path, Jamie must keep his brave spirit in order to successfully defeat the Jinn’s. If he doesn’t, the whole world could perish. Will Jamie keep his fighting spirit, and get rid of Them once and for all?

The Penguin Adventures of Ping and Pong is a children-friendly tale of one of the world’s most beloved creatures: the penguin. As a friendship blossoms between a North Pole penguin and a South Pole penguin, the two pen pals decide to move to Iceland, where they enjoy adventures together as their friendship grows. Together they enjoy music, skiing, and wintry fun. A colorfully illustrated book for youngsters, Ping and Pong is sure to ignite the imaginations of young children everywhere.

Swanton mixes and matches crazy behavior, fantasy, and thrills into a lighthearted adventure set in a small farming community. Trigg; his little sister, Beth, and his best friend Dottie spend a day evading scary creatures that were magically born in the polluted swamp after that swamp was hit by a supersized bolt of lightning. Boom! That boom pulled our three adventurers from the safety of their home into a wild adventure. Swanton is an inspiration to those wanting to use their imagination to create enjoyment.

Swanton mixes and matches crazy behavior, fantasy, and thrills into a lighthearted adventure set in a small farming community. Trigg; his little sister, Beth, and his best friend Dottie spend a day evading scary creatures that were magically born in the polluted swamp after that swamp was hit by a supersized bolt of lightning. Boom! That boom pulled our three adventurers from the safety of their home into a wild adventure. Swanton is an inspiration to those wanting to use their imagination to create enjoyment.

Swanton mixes and matches crazy behavior, fantasy, and thrills into a lighthearted adventure set in a small farming community. Trigg; his little sister, Beth, and his best friend Dottie spend a day evading scary creatures that were magically born in the polluted swamp after that swamp was hit by a supersized bolt of lightning. Boom! That boom pulled our three adventurers from the safety of their home into a wild adventure.Swanton is an inspiration to those wanting to use their imagination to create enjoyment.