Christopher P. Baker Livres

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Professional travel writer Christopher P. Baker shares his insider tips and secrets on the best Costa Rica has to offer

Offers descriptions and travel tips to such natural environments as the Himalayan Mountains, Ngoronongoro Crater, and Tasmanian wilderness, and provides information on conservation and ecological issues.

Lonely Planet's guide to Jamaica details the island's lesser-known destinations along the southern and eastern coasts and the mountainous central highlands. of color photos. 30 maps.

This dazzling guidebook, written by Central America travel expert Christopher P. Baker, covers all the main cities, towns, and regions of Costa Rica, helping travelers negotiate one of the world's leading destinations for eco-travel. Travel tips for San José, Nicoya, and Guanacaste are all fully revised and updated for this latest edition. The book outlines detailed city walks and regional drives, complete with maps and reservation information. Also included are features on geography (life in the lowland rain forest and volcanoes); Costa Rica's diversity of wildlife (butterflies, marine turtles, and snakes); and adventure activities (white-water rafting and sportfishing).

Now fully revised and updated, this guide to New York City offers the incomparable expertise of National Geographic for this comprehensive guidebook to the Big Apple, illustrated with 200 color photos and ten maps.

award-winning travel writer Christopher P. Baker guides travellers through the charming streets, historic sites, and outdoor activities this enchanting city has to offer

An archipelago of over 700 islands strewn in a 750-mile arc from the southern tip of Florida to the north shore of Haiti, this guidebook to the Bahamas provides information on casinos and shopping in Nassau, restaurants and accommodation options for various budgets, and coverage of sports areas.

Explore the life of an extraordinary 18th-century artist whose work shaped societal perceptions through striking portraits. Delve into the unique encounters and experiences that influenced his art, revealing a vivid picture of the era and the people within it. This book uncovers the legacy of a master whose talent remains largely unrecognized, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal time in art history.

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