Fodor's. For Choice Travel Experiences. The guide that has it all-spectacular photography, evocative prose, insider tips, and detailed color maps to help you make the most of your trip. Written by a longtime Washington resident, Compass American Guides Washington provides in-depth coverage of the history, culture and character of one of America's most spectacular destinations! Follow your Compass to "get" there. -Winery tours in the Yakima Valley, apple tours along the coast, ferry trips to the San Juan Islands, hikes up Mount Rainier, and other great excursions -Exploration of the state's natural splendors, from birds and wildflowers to rain forests and the mighty Columbia River -Stunning color images and spectacular archival prints and photographs Visit Fodors.com for more ideas and information, travel deals, vacation planning tips, reviews and to exchange travel advice with other travelers. What the critics say about Compass American Guides: "Lushly illustrated and intelligently written." --National Geographic Traveler "The most literate and elegant series of guides ever written about North America." --Jan Morris

An illustrated guide to Alaska.

"This book presents readers with the leading and illustrative IP decisions from the UK courts, the European Patent Office, the Community Trade Mark and Designs Office and the European Court of Justice. Case reports are edited to bring out the kernel of the decision." "Included are up-to-date collection of the major legislative materials in IP law, drawn from the UK, EU and international conventions, and comprehensive tables including a table of European Legislation and a table of International Treaties and Conventions."--BOOK JACKET.

"Effective Personal Communication Skills for Public Relations analyses how to transform your communications by managing the way you think, act, create messages and network. Covering the 'soft skills' of communications practice, it identifies the key elements used by outstanding communicators. This essential guide offers practical advice and guidance on understanding new trends and challenges facing communicators, particularly in the use of word-of-mouth, networking and branding."--BOOK JACKET.

"An Introduction to the Sociology of Religion provides an overview of sociological theories of contemporary religious life. Some chapters are organized according to topic. Others offer brief presentations of classical and contemporary sociologists from Karl Marx to Zygmunt Bauman and their perspectives on social life, including religion. Throughout the book, illustrations and examples are taken from several religious traditions."--BOOK JACKET.

Domestic travel is hot this season, as more and more Americans discover the pleasure of packing up and hitting the road. Fodor's has the guides for every traveler in every region. With Fodor's Road Guide USA to get them there, Compass American for the history of the region, and Gold Guides for dining, lodging, and shopping options, your customers will never make a wrong turn. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Created by local writers and photographers, Compass American Guides are the ultimate insider's guides, providing in-depth coverage of the history, culture and character of America's most spectacular destinations. Compass Pacific Northwest covers everything there is to see and do -- plus gorgeous full-color photographs; a wealth of archival images; topical essays and literary extracts; detailed color maps; and capsule reviews of hotels and restaurants. These insider guides are perfect for new and longtime residents as well as vacationers who want a deep understanding of Pacific Northwest.