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This easy-to-use identification guide to the 245 snake species most commonly seen in Southeast Asia (covering Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Myanmar, Borneo, Sumatra, Java, and Bali) is perfect for resident and visitor alike. High quality photographs from the region’s top nature photographers, some of species that have never before been published,...

High-quality photographs from the area’s top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits, and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers geography and climate, vegetation, habitats, behaviour, opportunities for naturalists, and the main sites for viewing the listed species. Also included is a classification of...

This is a fully revised and updated edition of the most user-friendly field guide to the birds of Borneo, covering Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei, and the Indonesian states of Kalimantan. The book gives descriptions of 669 species living or reported on the island, including 51 endemic species.

A fully updated second edition of this user-friendly field guide to the mammals of Borneo, covering Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei and Kalimantan. The book gives descriptions of all 247 land mammals and 30 marine species. These are superbly illustrated in 141 colour plates. Each plate is accompanied by species descriptions covering...

This easy-to-use identification guide to 226 lizard species most commonly seen in mainland and maritime Southeast Asia (covering Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Peninsular, and east Malaysia, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Singapore, the Philippines, and Vietnam) is perfect for resident and visitor alike. High quality photographs from the region’s top nature...

This easy-to-use identification guide to the 280 bird species most commonly seen in Malaysia (including the state of Sabah and Sarawak on the island of Borneo) is perfect for resident and visitor alike. High quality photographs from some of Malaysia’s top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which...

A photographic identification guide to the 280 bird species most commonly seen at Fraser’s Hill as well as the Cameron and Genting Highlands in Peninsular Malaysia. High quality photographs from the region’s top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, length, plumage, distribution, habits and habitat....

Blue Skies Guide to Langkawi is a complete guide to Langkawi's cultural, historical, and scenic attractions, featuring an extended introduction to its natural history. Langkawi, located off the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, is a beautiful island offering sunbathing and diving along its coastline and exciting opportunities for adventurers and...

From the author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, a rallying cry to get off the couch and out into the world. WHY WE TRAVEL is filled with personal stories and anecdotes, quotes that inspire, and reasons to motivate–plus images so lush you can’t wait to be there. For years Patricia...

Originally published in Japanese as a call to preserve disappearing facets of Japan's rich and ancient culture, this book takes its inspiration from the 1960s classic, Hidden Hamlets by Shirasu Masako. Like Shirasu, Kerr travels to remote and lesser-known places around Japan where pockets of traditional culture can still be found. Some...

For first-time visitors and seasoned gourmets alike, Japan Eats! is an entertaining guide to the pleasures and pitfalls of dining in Japan--with hilarious insights and tips not found in other books. Whether it's the proper technique for holding chopsticks or the etiquette of slurping soup, author Betty Reynolds reassures the...

*Winner of The North American Travel Journalists Association's Excellence in Travel Journalism Award*  Japan mesmerizes and bewilders the visitor in equal measure, making a top-notch travel guide essential for anyone planning a trip to the land of the rising sun. Rob Goss is an award-winning Japan travel writer who has lived...

Mindfulness Travel Japan is the perfect travel guide to Japan when you need to breathe, pause, focus and relax.Are you looking to step back from the stress of daily life on your next holiday? In this guide, Japan travel connoisseurs Steve Wide and Michelle Mackintosh offer a selection of some of...

Ipoh, the capital of the state of Perak, came to prominence as the centre of tin mining in the 19th century, and, though no longer enjoying its former glory. is still one of Malaysia's best known cities. In this book the Berbar, an award winning photographer and a veteran photographic...

Encapsulating traditional tearooms, cutting-edge boutiques and K-pop spots, South Korea's capital is the perfect introduction to Korean culture. Make the most of your trip to this captivating city with DK Eyewitness Top 10.Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Seoul has to...

Overlooking one of the world's most spectacular harbours, Sydney is blessed with ocean beaches, lush tropical gardens, and a balmy climate that makes the great outdoors irresistible.Make the most of your trip to this dazzling city with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of...

Home to the lush Singapore Botanic Gardens, ornate historic architecture and towering skyscrapers, Singapore embraces the new and the old, all with sustainability at its heart.Make the most of your trip to this tropical city-state with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten,...

Thailand's largest island, Phuket is so much more than its notorious nightlife. Away from the hustle and bustle, secluded beaches, tranquil temples and lush rainforests offer travel experiences galore.Make the most of your trip to this beautiful island with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple...

Hong Kong has it all: futuristic buildings home to glitzy shops and restaurants, traditional villages full of beautiful temples and gorgeous beaches lined with pristine coastline.Make the most of your trip to this captivating region with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten,...

A city with a difference, Bangkok blends serene shrines with soaring skyscrapers and bustling streets with quiet canals. Whether you're exploring street food markets during the day or bar-hopping at night, this capital is always a treat.Make the most of your trip to this buzzing city with DK Eyewitness Top...