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Earthbound: a Rough Guide to the World in Pictures

Earthbound: a Rough Guide to the World in Pictures

Explore the world with Earthbound: a Rough Guide to the World in Pictures and discover remote paradises and powerful art, people at work and amazing celebrations. This brand new travel title is packed with more than 250 stunning photos taken from Rough Guides' picture library of travel images.
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The Rough Guide to The Beatles

The Rough Guide to The Beatles
The story of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr is as fascinating to today’s music lover as it was in the 1960s, and The Rough Guide to The Beatles is the perfect companion for ‘Fab Four’ rookies and seasoned fans alike.

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