the exact date of publication of this book is on 10 October 2008. It comes with a CD containing 1,000 photos plus 250 of the book in full screen. the CD also contains extensive information as the bibliography of all articles dealing with the subject from 1753 to 2008 for those who would have a better idea in the book is visible in google books. the author is happy to autograph the book. a beautiful book and an essential tool for planning a trip in search of those little jewels of nature. RS. it is best to visit [...])