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Informed by on-the-ground research, Herb Lester's handy, folded guides uncover what makes a city special - its most distinctive shops, restaurants, cafés, bars, museums and galleries, whether unmissable old favourites, exciting new arrivals or overlooked treasures. Each entry comes with its own brief description, and a basic map helps the reader get their bearings and make plans.

It would take more than Seattle's notoriously rainy weather to dampen our ardour for this fine city. In this guide we explore coffee shops, bars, sushi, a joint to pick up a burger for $1.25 and a 19th-century novelty shop. There's also sculpture, video games and, of course, in one of America's most literate cities there are bookshops. In all, 42 great things to see and do, no matter the weather.

Printed on a single sheet of 100% recycled paper, these light, portable guides are an ideal travelling companion.