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Report copyright infringementby Arne Fronsdal (Author)From Himalaya to South Pacific is an inspiring memoir of adventure, resilience, and exploration. Arne Fronsdal shares his extraordinary journey across continents-from crossing the Atlantic on a freighter to navigating the towering Himalayas, the rugged Andes, and the vast Pacific.More than a travelogue, this book is a testament to the thrill of discovery, the power of human spirit, and the deep connection between man and nature. Perfect fo...

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Report copyright infringementby Emily Post (Author)Experience early 20th century America through the eyes of Emily Post in "By Motor to the Golden Gate." This captivating travelogue chronicles a motoring adventure across the United States, culminating in the breathtaking arrival at the Golden Gate. More than just a road trip, Post offers a glimpse into the era's culture, customs, and challenges of early automobile travel. Discover the landscapes and cities of a bygone America, from bustling t...

Life Is a Wheel: Memoirs of a Bike-Riding Obituarist

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Report copyright infringementby Bruce Weber (Author)Life Is a Wheel chronicles the cross-country bicycle trip Bruce Weber made at the age of fifty-seven, an "entertaining travel story filled with insightful thoughts about life, family, and aging" (The Associated Press).During the summer and fall of 2011, Bruce Weber, an obituary writer for The New York Times, bicycled across the country, alone, and wrote about it as it unfolded. Life Is a Wheel is the witty, inspiring, and reflective diary of...

Peace Meals: Candy-Wrapped Kalashnikovs and Other War Stories (Includes Waiting for the Taliban, Previously Available Only as an Ebook)

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Report copyright infringementby Anna Badkhen (Author)INCLUDES WAITING FOR THE TALIBAN, PREVIOUSLY AVAILABLE ONLY AS AN EBOOK2011 JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION WRITING AND LITERATURE AWARD FINALISTTravel books bring you places. War books bring you tragedy. In Peace Meals, war reporter Anna Badkhen brings us not only an unsparing and intimate history of some of the last decade's most vicious conflicts but also the most human elements that transcend the dehumanizing realities of war: the people, the co...

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Report copyright infringementby Benoit Denizet-Lewis (Author)A New York Times bestseller and People "Book of the Week" This hilarious, charming road trip through canine-loving America is "essential reading for dog lovers and armchair travelers" (Library Journal, starred review)."I don't think my dog likes me very much," New York Times Magazine writer Benoit Denizet-Lewis confesses at the beginning of his cross-country journey with his nine-year-old Labrador-mix, Casey. Over the next four mont...

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Report copyright infringementby Laszlo Szucs (Author)The Hungry Renegade is a wild, unflinching memoir from Hungarian chef László Szűcs - a man who carved his path from Communist Hungary's grey kitchens to the blazing furnaces of fine dining and the luxury circuits of the world.From a blood-soaked restaurant basement on Lake Balaton to the fevered pressure of Royal Ascot's royal box and the glittering mansions of London's elite, Szűcs chronicles a life lived between knives, borders, and moral...

Hilsen fra Daniele, Greetings Norway: In Search of Purpose, Forgotten Friends, Northern Lights, and a Wallet

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Report copyright infringementby Daniele S. Longo (Author)Hilsen fra Daniele, Greetings Norway is a vivid, heartfelt travelogue that captures the wonder of rediscovery-of Norway, of long-lost friends, and of oneself.Written in a warm, personal voice, Hilsen fra Daniele, Greetings Norway, is more than a collection of travel notes; it's a deeply human narrative that blends memoir, cultural exploration, and personal reflection. Sparked by a challenge to complete a first draft during National Nove...

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Report copyright infringementby D Appleton and Company (Created by)An Englishman in Paris offers a captivating glimpse into Parisian life during the late 19th century. Penned with a keen eye for detail and a charming wit, this book transports readers to the bustling streets and elegant salons of the French capital. Experience Paris through the eyes of an Englishman, as he navigates its customs, culture, and society. This is a charming historical record of a bygone era, offering insights into ...

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Report copyright infringementby Robyn Davidson (Author)It'd been a long time since I claimed some solitude in this blessed landscape; since I've done without lifes little props. Here I have no friend, no dog, no radio, no clock, no phone, no roof, no body pollutants. The clackety-clack of the typewriter travels out into the valley and gets lost in expanses of forest and paperbark swamp. I'm the only soul around. For ten years Robyn Davidson has been travelling light. Across the desert, acros...

Saffron and Silk: An Australian in India

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Report copyright infringementby Anne Benjamin (Author)Saffron and Silk opens with a wedding between two unlikely lovers: a handsome thirty-something Indian-born development worker and a thirty-something Catholic academic from Sydney. The bride has left the predictability of her life in Australia to marry and live in the South Indian city of Chennai. Throughout Saffron and Silk, readers enter into the bride's new family and their Kerala origins and into some of the rich culture of Tamil legen...

Travels and Identities: Elizabeth and Adam Shortt in Europe, 1911

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Report copyright infringementby Peter E. Paul Dembski (Editor)Diaries and letters of Adam and Elizabeth Shortt from their 1911 voyage from Canada to England, their extended visit there and later trips to the continent. Introduction and conclusion analyze the various identities of the travelers. Number of Pages: 294 Dimensions: 0.6 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: January 05, 2017

Creating a Life of Art in Italy: The Magic of the Journey - Is the Inner Journey

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Report copyright infringementby A. N. Stuart (Author)Creating a Life of Art in ItalyWhat inspires someone to leave behind the life they've built in search of something completely different? For one New Zealand businesswoman, the answer lay in chasing a long-held dream of becoming an artist and embracing the adventure of life in a foreign land.When an unexpected email from Italy landed in Eva's inbox, it became the catalyst for her bold decision to pack up her comfortable life in New Zealand a...

A Dangerous Return; Surprising Lessons from the Congo

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Report copyright infringementby Roger L. Green (Author)Roger L. Green was born in Nebraska-the third of four children in his family. The Green family moved to Africa in 1950, staying for 10 years. After returning to the U.S. from Africa, Roger graduated from the University of Nebraska, Omaha, and went into radio broadcasting. In 1976, he became a sales representative for two national companies. He rose to Sr.V.P. of Sales/National Sales Manager with both groups. Roger helped found a national ...

Moon Oaxaca: Archaeological Sites, Best Beaches, Food & Festivals

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Report copyright infringementby Ashley C. Roberts (Author), Moon Travel Guides (Author)With rugged mountain ranges and stunning Pacific coastline, savory mole and smoky mezcal, Oaxaca is more than just a stop along the way: it's an adventure in itself. Stay a while with Moon Oaxaca. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries, whether you're spending ten days or just a weekend in Oaxaca The top activities and unique experiences: Spend a day strolling Oaxaca City's cobblestone streets and s...

To The South Polar Regions: Expedition Of 1898-1900 (1901)

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Report copyright infringementby Louis Charles Bernacchi (Author)To The South Polar Regions: Expedition Of 1898-1900 is a book written by Louis Charles Bernacchi and published in 1901. The book is a detailed account of the author's expedition to the South Polar Regions, which took place between 1898 and 1900. The expedition was part of a larger effort to explore and map the region, and Bernacchi's book provides a firsthand account of the challenges and triumphs of the journey.The book is divid...

Forty Years In Constantinople: The Recollections Of Sir Edwin Pears, 1873-1915 (1916)

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Report copyright infringementby Edwin Pears (Author)Forty Years in Constantinople: The Recollections of Sir Edwin Pears, 1873-1915 is a memoir written by British journalist and diplomat, Sir Edwin Pears. The book was published in 1916 and provides a firsthand account of Pears' experiences living and working in Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.Pears arrived in Constantinople in 1873 and spent the next four decades reporting on the political, so...

Extracts Of The Journals Of The Late Reverend Thomas Coke: Comprising Several Visits To North America And The West Indies (1816)

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Coke (Author)""Extracts of the Journals of the Late Reverend Thomas Coke"" is a book that compiles the writings of the late Reverend Thomas Coke, a prominent figure in the Methodist Church during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book includes several accounts of Coke's travels to North America and the West Indies, where he worked to spread the Methodist faith and establish new churches. The journals provide a unique insight into the challenges...

An Account Of The Kingdom Of Caubul: And Its Dependencies In Persia, Tartary, And India (1815)

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Report copyright infringementby Mountstuart Elphinstone (Author)Elphinstone's ""An Account of the Kingdom of Caubul and its Dependencies in Persia, Tartary, and India"" is a detailed historical account of the region known as Caubul (now Kabul) and its surrounding territories during the early 19th century. The author, Mountstuart Elphinstone, was a British diplomat and scholar who spent several years in the region, and his book provides a comprehensive view of the political, social, and cultur...

Arctic Experiences: Containing Captain George E. Tyson's Wonderful Drift On The Ice-Floe (1874)

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Report copyright infringementby Euphemia Vale Blake (Author)Arctic Experiences is a book that recounts the incredible story of Captain George E. Tyson and his crew's harrowing journey through the Arctic wilderness. The book was written by Euphemia Vale Blake and originally published in 1874. The book details Captain Tyson's expedition to the Arctic in search of whales in 1871. However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when their ship, the Polaris, gets trapped in the ice and begins to...

A Day With A Tramp: And Other Days (1901)

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Report copyright infringementby Walter Augustus Wyckoff (Author)This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work. ...

A Cruise On The Constitution: Around The World On Old Ironsides, 1844-1847 (1904)

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Report copyright infringementby Benjamin F. Stevens (Author)""A Cruise On The Constitution: Around The World On Old Ironsides, 1844-1847"" is a historical account of a three-year journey around the world on the USS Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides, by Benjamin F. Stevens. The book was originally published in 1904 and provides a detailed description of the voyage, including the ship's encounters with various countries and cultures, as well as the daily life of the crew onboard the shi...

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Report copyright infringementby James Truslow Adams (Author)New England in the Republic 1776 to 1850 is a historical book written by James Truslow Adams. The book provides a comprehensive account of the political, social, and economic development of New England during the early years of the United States. Adams explores the region's role in the American Revolution, the formation of the United States government, and the emergence of industrialization. The book also covers the cultural and inte...

The Brights Of Suffolk, England: Represented In America By The Descendants Of Henry Bright, Jr., Who Came To New England In 1630 And Settled In Watert

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Report copyright infringementby Jonathan Brown Bright (Author) Number of Pages: 440 Dimensions: 0.98 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 01, 2007

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Report copyright infringementby Clifford Smyth (Author)""Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of Peru"" is a historical account written by Clifford Smyth that chronicles the life and exploits of the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro. Pizarro is known for his conquest of the Inca Empire in the 16th century, which led to the downfall of one of the most powerful civilizations in South America. The book takes the reader on a journey through Pizarro's early life, his expeditions to South Americ...

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Report copyright infringementby Hans Staden (Author), Malcolm Letts (Translator)Hans Staden: The True Story Of His Captivity 1557 is a non-fiction book written by Hans Staden himself. The book is an account of his captivity by the Tupinamba tribe in Brazil in the 16th century. Staden was a German sailor who was shipwrecked on the Brazilian coast and captured by the Tupinamba tribe. He was held captive for several months and witnessed their customs and rituals, including cannibalism. The book ...

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Report copyright infringementby C. C. Andrews (Author)""Minnesota and Dacotah"" is a historical book written by C. C. Andrews. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the history, geography, and culture of the two states - Minnesota and Dacotah (present-day North and South Dakota) - from the earliest times to the late 19th century. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the settlement of the region by Native American tribes, the arrival of European explorers and...

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Report copyright infringementby Alex Johnston (Author)The Life and Letters of Sir Harry Johnston is a biographical book written by Alex Johnston, which details the life and works of Sir Harry Johnston. Johnston was a British explorer, botanist, linguist, and colonial administrator who lived from 1858 to 1927. He is best known for his explorations in Africa, where he spent much of his life.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Johnston's life, from his childhood in ...

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Louis Stevenson (Author)Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes and An Inland Voyage is a book written by the famous Scottish author, Robert Louis Stevenson. The book is a travelogue that recounts Stevenson's journey through the Cevennes region of France with his donkey, Modestine, and his earlier trip through the canals of Belgium and France.In Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes, Stevenson describes the beautiful landscapes, the people he meets along t...

History of the expedition under the command of Captains Lewis and Clark to the sources of the Missouri: thence across the Rocky mountains and down the

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Report copyright infringementby Meriwether Lewis (Author) Title: History of the expedition under the command of Captains Lewis and Clark to the sources of the Missouri: thence across the Rocky mountains and down the river Columbia to the Pacific Ocean; performed during the years 1804-5-6; by order of the government of the United States.Author: Meriwether LewisPublisher: Gale, Sabin Americana Description: Based on Joseph Sabin's famed bibliography, Bibliotheca Americana, Sabin Americana, 1500-...

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Report copyright infringementby Roy Franklin Barton (Author)The Half Way Sun: Life Among The Headhunters Of The Philippines is a non-fiction book written by Roy Franklin Barton. The book provides an account of Barton's experiences living among the Kalinga people, a tribe of headhunters, in the northern mountains of the Philippines. Barton's narrative is based on his personal observations and interactions with the Kalinga people, as well as his research on their culture and history. He describ...

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Report copyright infringementby Joe Richards (Author)""Princess, New York: A Man's Affair With A Boat"" is a memoir written by Joe Richards. The book tells the story of Richards' love affair with his boat, Princess, which he purchased in 1983. The book chronicles the ups and downs of Richards' relationship with Princess, as well as the adventures and misadventures he experienced while sailing her along the East Coast. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Richards'...

I Went, I Saw, I Heard: Being the European Diary of F. Edward Hebert, Member of Congress from Louisiana

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Report copyright infringementby Felix Edward Hebert (Author), Harnett T. Kane (Foreword by)""I Went, I Saw, I Heard"" is a fascinating and insightful diary of F. Edward Hebert, a member of Congress from Louisiana, during his travels across Europe. The book is a detailed and personal account of his experiences, observations, and interactions with people and places in various European countries. Hebert's diary covers a range of topics, including politics, culture, history, architecture, and soc...