Enchanted Earth : Real Life Places That Feel Like Fantasy - DK Travel

Enchanted Earth : Real Life Places That Feel Like Fantasy - DK Travel

DK Travel

£30.00
  • Pages · 256 pages
  • Publication Date · 03/09/2026
  • Genre · Photography & photographs
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The perfect gift for romantasy readers and fantasy lovers. If you've ever wished you could step into a fae kingdom, wander a bewitched forest, or lose yourself in a world of magic, this book is for you. Enchanted Earth is a stunning collection of real places that feel like fantasy, captured through extraordinary photography and curated by a real-life team who share your love of escapism, storytelling, and captivating worlds. You'll discover:- A luxurious, large-format coffee table book, with a gold foil cover, gilded edges, ribbon marker, and thick, glossy pages- Spectacular real-world destinations that look straight out of fantasy, from fairytale castles to glowing caves, celestial skies to volcanic landscapes- Real-life places compiled by real-life people: DK's editors, picture editors, and designers - Breathtaking, authentic photography carefully selected and curated by DK's design experts to transport you into another world- A visual journey across continents, featuring iconic locations alongside hidden, lesser-known gems- Six immersive chapters grouped into "realms" that mirror the worlds of fantasy storytellingThe realms:- Magical Realms - lakeside villages, rolling hills, and palatial buildings- Celestial Realms - northern lights, starry skies, and luminous waters- Frozen Realms - snow-covered cabins and glittering ice caves- Fiery Realms - steaming volcanoes and sun-baked deserts- Desolate Realms - windswept terrains and abandoned towns- Shadow Realms - dark forests, shadowy libraries, and hauntingly beautiful castlesPerfect for fans of fairytales, gothic fantasy, and romantasy, Enchanted Earth is made for anyone who wants a little more magic on their coffee table. DK would like to thank all the real-life people who worked their magic on Enchanted Earth: Tijana Todorinovic, Zoë Rutland, Lucy Sara-Kelly, Charlie Baker, Keith Drew, Rachel Laidler, and Catrina Conway in Editorial; Laura O'Brien and Katie Cavanagh in Design; and Bella Talbot and Simona Velikova for their recommendations and insights.

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