Aa Publishing Basingstoke (797 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This nostalgic book looks back to the glorious final years of Steam on the British railways in the 1950s & 1960s. Featuring 33 routes covering the entire country, this guide is a fascinating combination of meticulously researched railway history and more than 350 rarely-seen images from Britain's leading railway photographers. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A new title in the "AA's Spiral Guide" series, covering the popular destination of Fuerteventura. Written by a destination expert, the guide is witty yet informative giving in-depth guidance and expert choices. Compiled in a practical format, with a spiral binding for flat folding pages, it is the ideal guide for making travel fun. Easy-to-follow walks and tours accompany expert tips helping you beat the crowds; from shopping, entertainment and nightlife to perfectly planned day itineraries. There are personally recommended venues for eating and drinking, with a useful section on finding your feet and vital details for starting out, from airport information to shops. With top quality, detailed maps and colour coded pages throughout. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. We all use road signs every day; they guide and direct, instruct and protect us as we travel by car and on foot. Both learner and experienced drivers always need to catch up on the latest information about traffic signs and the "AA Know Your Road Signs" is an ideal companion and builds on the information provided in the AA's edition of "The Highway Code". The book is divided into 17 clear and easy-to-use sections covering warning signs; regulatory signs; speed limit signs; low bridge signs; level crossing signs; tram signs, bus and cycle signs; pedestrian zone signs; on-street parking; traffic calming; motorway signs; direction and tourist signs; signs for cyclists and pedestrians; information signs; tidal flow lane control; pedestrian, cycle and equestrian signs; and, road works and temporary signs. "AA Know Your Road Signs" also contains a short guide about the best ways to plan a route. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Pass your driving test with ease with this comprehensive guide that gives learner drivers the essential information they need to pass the Practical Test first time. Includes test yourself questions set by expert driving instructors, expert explanations and advice and sample vehicle safety check questions. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Following in the outstanding success of the first edition, this wonderful celebration of landscape photography shortlists the winning photographs from the second Landscape Photographer of the Year competition. 'Take a view', the Landscape Photographer of the Year competition, is the brainchild of Charlie Waite, one of today's most respected landscape photographers. Together with AA Publishing, he has created this prestigious competition and award, which was hugely successful in its first year. Britain's heritage is celebrated by people around the world and entries are welcome from everyone, whether resident in the UK or simply visiting, as long as the image is of the British Isles. The full-colour book of best entries will showcase the best pictures from amateur and professional photographers alike. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. From the tiny island that shaped the entire English language, to the island that terrified Dylan Thomas, there's more to Britain's tiny islands than you might think! Have your own tiny adventure by visiting any of the 60 remarkable little islands around Britain featured here. Although Britain boasts hundreds of tiny islands, Dixe Wills has selected just the very best of them for this book. Found around the coast, in lakes, in lochs and on rivers, these little worlds are waiting for you to discover them - whether you swim to them, walk to them at low tide, row to them, or catch a dinky little ferry. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Explore the beauty of Dorset with this walking guide. It offers over 50 walks around the country, including Swanage, Badbury Rings and Charmouth and provides places to visit along the way, or extensions to make the walks easier or more challenging. Each walk highlights a particular feature, for instance wildlife, history or the countryside and ranges from two to ten miles in length. A location map indicates the starting point of the walk while topographical features are clearly marked to guide you along the route. Information is also provided on footpath signs, countryside access, walking tips and safety guidelines and an introduction to the county provides a brief background to the area. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Driving Test Guide including all of the official theory test revision quaestion and the latest version of the highway code. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A guide to over 200 bird species regularly seen in Britain, including more than 300 viewing sites, and an introduction to the lives of wild birds. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "AA Spiral Guide Marrakech" offers a witty and lively reading style, with bold colours and strong classic photographs making it an appealing and fun read. The magazine section echoes the look and feel of a glossy Sunday supplement and coupled with entertaining text will really set the scene to your trip to Marrakech. The guide also includes listings, walks and tours and a streetplan of the area, along with fold-back-flat spiral binding for flat folding pages, this is the ideal holiday guide to Marrakech. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. For 9 to 12 year olds and with the emphasis on fun, this phrase book is a useful companion for holidays, school trips or exchanges. It covers making friends, joining in games, ordering food, looking good and hanging out. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Peak District is a remarkable area of contrasting yet compatible characters: the rolling limestone of White Peak country and the brooding, atmospheric moorland of Dark Peak terrain. The AA Guide to The Peak District gives you all you need to know to get the most out of your visit to this wonderful region. From the origins of mass rambling on Kinder Scout to the ducal home of the Devonshires at Chatsworth, each entry is packed with the very best sites to see, things to do, recommendations for eating and drinking, and places to explore nearby. With everything from local legends to must-see festivals and events, this authoritative and practical guide ensures you will never be lost for something to do. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A variety of mostly mapped walks to suit both the casual walker and the more serious hiker are contained in this illustrated guide. Detailed maps include information on the route - scenery, distance, terrain, places of interest - together with dog-friendly walks. Special features include: an introductory location map indicating the starting point of every walk; a summary of distance, time, gradient, level of difficulty, type of surface and access, landscape, dog friendliness, parking and public toilets; places to visit along the way; refreshment information; and a "what to look for" panel featuring more specific detail of urban and industrial heritage, flora and fauna. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Improve your driving standard and stay safe on the road with this comprehensive guide to traffic regulations and laws. The AA has an excellent track record with driving test titles and is the biggest seller of books in the genre after the Driving Standards Agency. With information on roads and road markings, motorways, traffic signs, documentation, the road user and the law, this is essential reading for all drivers - not just those learning to drive. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Pass your driving test with ease with this comprehensive guide that gives learner drivers the essential information they need to pass the Practical Test first time. The AA has an excellent track record with driving test titles and have combined two of the biggest sellers of books in the genre in to one easy to use set. Includes test yourself questions set by expert driving instructors. Along with the Practical Test guide, the Driving Skills Manual includes all the information needed to improve driving ability and basic manoeuvres, written and updated by an experienced AA instructor. Each skill element is fully explained with a three point chart for every skill or skill set. Advice is given on different parts of the test, with tips to help you remember and the text is cross-referenced to legal points you need to know from the Highway Code. The clear and concise layout makes it easy to revise, with full instructions and easy-to-navigate sections. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The perfect companion for people on the move, this phrase book series covers the most popular European languages, containing everything you need to know in a way that's concise, accessible and easy to understand. Now with stylish new AA World Travel Guides design covers. A practical guide focussing on phrases that you really need; Handy, pocket sized format; Divided into 15 themed sections, with pronunciation table, word list and grammar guide; Over 2,000 essential phrases, plus 2,000 words needed to communicate; English words coloured in black with foreign language terms in red for clarity and phonetic pronunciation italic; Getting by - phoning - banking - shopping; On the road; In an emergency; Food and drink; A bed for the night. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. February 16, 2016: motorcycle adventurer Charley Boorman suffers a major road traffic accident in Portugal, breaking his hand and ankle and shattering his left leg. It's unclear if he'll ever walk properly again, let alone ride a motorbike.Bed-bound in a foreign hospital far from home, a lengthy recovery period awaits. For the son of a touring film director, used to being on the road in one way or another since childhood, it's an unwelcome change. Charley's life has always been all about the challenge: but now he's facing a challenge of a different sort.Told in his own words, Long Way Back is a story of a recovery. More than that, however, it's a story of a life lived without fear; from child actor to painter-and-decorator to television presenter and professional biker, always on the lookout for the next adventure. It's the story of how an unconventional upbringing led to an unconventional adulthood - with all its highs and lows, epic journeys and broken bones. Mostly, though, it's the story of one man and his motorbikes. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A history of mapping Britain's roads. The story of Britain's road development - graphically and beautifully illustrated on our maps - is also the story of its political, economic and social history. And the car, more than any other single factor, has shaped our landscape and changed our maps. Busy, bustling, often creaking at the seams, most of us have a love-hate relationship with our roads. Like it or not, our modern lifestyles depend on them - not only for getting there from A to B, but for the distribution of almost everything we buy. Yet once upon a time, the building of roads was seen as a glorious and heroic enterprise. Britain's motorways - 'the cathedrals of the modern world' - are the ultimate expression of our modern age. From the old ways to the motorways, Mapping the Roads, charts the ambitions and hopes of the nation through our maps. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. For 9 to 12 year olds and with the emphasis on fun, this phrase book is a useful companion for holidays, school trips or exchanges. It covers making friends, joining in games, ordering food, looking good and hanging out. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. This fantastic, fun-fact filled book contains 199 stickers of the most famous and interesting sights in Britain and Northern Ireland, and maps to stick them on. Engaging illustrations bring each region of Britain to life, accompanied by fascinating facts about the area.There is also a quiz to put your map-reading skills to the test, and links to specially selected websites where you can find more about the places featured. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Make the most of your trip with AA's best selling pocket guide series, up to date and easy to use, the series has been revamped to include an atlas section and additional maps. Sporting the new, distinctive AA World Travel Guide series cover design; these new editions will ensure the series remains as popular as ever. The guides are divided into five easy to use colour coded sections: Viewing: The authors introduction to the destination, including the ten 'must do's'. Top Ten: The authors Top Ten places to visit. What to See: Alphabetical listings of places to visit. Where to: Detailed listings guiding you where to eat, stay and shop. Practical Matters: Quick reference travel information. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A combined theory and highway code aims to make learning easy with questions to test yourself plus the answers at the back of the book. Both parts of the book are cross-referenced to show the relevance of the highway code to particular questions and to aid understanding. Included is a section on the new hazard perception part of the theory test and hints and tips boxes throughout. Easy-to-use layouts help the reader to navigate through the sections and a glossary of terms clarifies potential problem words and phrases. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Researched by experts and illustrated with specially commissioned colour photographs, the this book looks at the historical background, people, customs, things to see and places to visit for each region. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A new photographic guide in the popular "Impressions" series, "Impressions of The Brecon Beacons" showcases the best of the region with stunning photographs of the landscapes, settlements and people that make this area unique. With carefully chosen images of the highest quality, the book provides an evocative and appealing picture to this beautifully picturesque and interesting region, celebrating the culture, people and architecture along the way. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Wales is a nation with every conceivable holiday attraction you could wish for. Even if you spent a year trying, you wouldn't see half of its castles or dolmens. Yet for all its remarkable history, this is a country that always looks forward, embracing re-invention while maintaining its original charm. The AA Guide to Wales gives you all you need to know to get the most out of your visit to this wonderful land. From the roar of the Millennium Stadium to the hushed delights of a Hay-on-Wye bookshop, climbing in Snowdonia to going underground at the National Pit Museum, each entry is packed with the very best sites to see, things to do, recommendations for eating and drinking, and places to explore nearby. With everything from local legends to must-see festivals and events, this authoritative and practical guide ensures you will never be lost for something to do. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Seven new regional walking titles in this series help walkers enjoy the best of the British countryside. Each book offers highlights of the area, it's regional and topographical features, plus information on footpath signing, countryside access, walking tips and safety guidelines. The 100 walks cover the area in detail, each walk ranging from two to ten miles, depending on the terrain and points of interest along the way. Town and city strolls maybe shorter, depending on the hinterland. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. February 16, 2016: motorcycle adventurer Charley Boorman suffers a major road traffic accident in Portugal, breaking his hand and ankle and shattering his left leg. It's unclear if he'll ever walk properly again, let alone ride a motorbike. Bed-bound in a foreign hospital far from home, a lengthy recovery period awaits. For the son of a touring film director, used to being on the road in one way or another since childhood, it's an unwelcome change. Charley's life has always been all about the challenge: but now he's facing a challenge of a different sort. Told in his own words, Long Way Back is a story of a recovery. More than that, however, it's a story of a life lived without fear; from child actor to painter-and-decorator to television presenter and professional biker, always on the lookout for the next adventure. It's the story of how an unconventional upbringing led to an unconventional adulthood - with all its highs and lows, epic journeys and broken bones. Mostly, though, it's the story of one man and his motorbikes. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…