John Beaufoy Publishing

NATURAL HISTORY · DIVING & UNDERWATER · HISTORY · TRAVEL

Jbp logoJohn Beaufoy Publishing is an independent non-fiction book publisher based in Oxford, England, specialising in the fields of natural history, history and travel. Within these categories, we have a strong subsidiary focus on publishing books about the Indo-Pacific region, including South Asia, Southeast Asia and Australasia. Our books are available from good booksellers around the world.

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An Identification Guide to Trees of Britain & North-west Europe

Dominic Couzens

An Identification Guide to Trees of Britain & North-West Europe is a photographic identification guide to 89 species of tree most commonly found in Britain and North-West Europe. Dominic Couzens’ lively text draws out the main characteristics, describing the whole tree and its significant features. Gail Ashton’s vivid photographs capture the trees in different seasons […]

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A Field Guide to the Birds of Malaysia

Lim Kim Seng, Yong Ding Li and Lim Kim Chuah

A Field Guide to the Birds of Malaysia is a fully comprehensive field guide to the 829 bird species of Malaysia, including Sabah and Sarawak. The species are clearly illustrated in over 170 plates, with many variants. The main identifying features of each species are described and key facts cover size, voice, range and status, […]

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Enchanting Bangkok

Mick Shippen

Enchanting Bangkok introduces in words and vivid photographs all of Bangkok’s delights by night and by day providing the perfect introduction to and souvenir of a visit to the city. Capital of Thailand and one of Asia’s most cosmopolitan and compelling cities, Bangkok is a vibrant mix of ancient and modern. It’s an intense city […]

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Enchanting Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand

Mick Shippen

Enchanting Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand introduces all of the unmissable sights and scenery of the destination, through its informative text and intimate photographs. Chiang Mai is the natural capital of the north, a fascinating destination in its own right but also a starting point for exploring the country’s most dramatic scenery with its remote […]

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A Naturalist’s Guide to the Butterflies of Borneo

Honor Phillipps

A Naturalist’s Guide to the Butterflies of Borneo is a photographic identification guide to 122 butterfly species and a selection of moths most commonly seen in Borneo (covering Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei and Kalimantan). Honor and Cosmo Phillipps’ high quality photographs are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, wingspan, habits and habitat, larval foodplants […]

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Enchanting Langkawi

David Bowden

Enchanting Langkawi is a pictorial travel guide to all of the scenic wonders and adventure opportunities that make Langkawi so special, fully updated in this 3rd edition Langkawi is the premier island destination in Malaysia. This beautiful tropical archipelago surrounded by an azure sea has an unbeatable combination of sun, surf and sand as well […]

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Enchanting Phuket, Samui & Krabi

Mick Shippen

Enchanting Phuket, Samui & Krabi takes an illustrated tour of the region introducing the best inland sites and the most exciting beaches, both for those who want to chill out and those who want to party. Phuket Island and Krabi on the west coast of southern Thailand and Samui in the Gulf of Thailand offer […]

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Enchanting Singapore

David Bowden

Enchanting Singapore presents the huge variety of experiences for holidaymakers of all kinds offered by this island nation. This bustling cosmopolitan city has excellent shopping malls and fascinating museums; heritage trails and wildlife walks; a colourful nightlife and a huge choice of dining options. Much planning has been involved in maximising these attractions. Leading the […]

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Enchanting Thailand

Mick Shippen

Enchanting Thailand is a vivid and colourful introduction to all the major tourist sights and places of interest throughout the country, from the cosmopolitan metropolis of Bangkok to fascinating but little visited regions in the north-east. A country of intrigue and adventure, Thailand’s exotic mix of glistening temples, extraordinary annual festivals, idyllic tropical islands and […]

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