Atlas of Improbable Places: A Journey to the World's Most Unusual Corners (Unexpected Atlases)

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In this fascinating book, author and world traveler Travis Elborough traverses the world in search of the most bizarre and enticing destinations. These curious places are not just extraordinary sights but reflections on our relationship with the world around us. Visit the freaks and wonders of nature's own unusual masterpieces: the magical underground river shaped like a dragon's mouth in the Philippines and the floating world of Palmerston. 224 pages. The unexpected places include: Just Enough Room Island, an aptly named islet that defies spatial conventions The Purple Rock of Madeira, where shipwrecked lovers etched their love story into the annals of history The Dead Sea Scrolls, discovered one day by a wayward goat on a meandering path, guiding its keeper to unravel the mysteries of the past Vaseline, where the product that has become a household staple was accidentally discovered. ) The truths and myths behind these hidden lairs, forgotten cities and improbable wonders are as varied as the destinations themselves. This is a tour through the quirks of fate and the marvels of chance. by Elborough, Travis, Horsfield, Alan | Reference, information & interdisciplinary subjects Published 06/07/2021 by Aurum Press in the United Kingdom as part of the Unexpected Atlases series Paperback | 208 pages, integrated black and white images within the text Traverse the globe and explore the extraordinary.