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Report copyright infringementby Everett L. Jennings (Author), Jon C. Rogers (Author), Clark Baldwin (Contribution by)"Mabel" is an entertaining, informative and humorous tale of three wildly unusual characters, in an eccentric old roadster, trying to survive the unexpected dangers they encounter as they explore the back roads of Western America, far from civilization. What starts as a simple vacation trip transforms into a life changing adventure that will take you to exciting places you've n...

$25.85

Report copyright infringementby Edward Thomas (Author), E. W. Haslehust (Author)Embark on a journey through the English countryside with Edward Thomas's "In Pursuit of Spring," a captivating blend of travel writing, autobiography, and nature observation. First published in 1913, this timeless work offers a unique window into rural life in England at the turn of the century. More than just a travelogue, "In Pursuit of Spring" is an intimate reflection on the poet's life and his deep connection...

Yellowstone Jack: The Life and Times of Legendary Pioneer Jack Baronett

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Report copyright infringementby Robert V. Goss (Author)Jack Baronett (1829-1906) was an important figure in the history of Yellowstone National Park. In his early life he traveled the world, prospecting and mining in Australia, Africa, China, and Alaska. He traveled to the Yellowstone region in 1864--eight years before the Park was established--to join other early prospectors searching for gold and exploring the geyer basins. His first claim to fame came in 1869 when he and a partner rescued ...

It's Just sMiles: Just Pete on the Camino de Santiago

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Report copyright infringementby Jeff Peterson (Author)What if the most powerful part of your journey wasn't the miles-but the smiles?After completing the 2,190-mile Appalachian Trail, Jeff Peterson-aka Just Pete-set out for Europe in search of more miles. What he found along the Camino de Santiago was something much greater.In It's Just sMiles, Pete takes on an 820-mile pilgrimage through Spain and Portugal, armed with a backpack, a camera, and an open heart. But this isn't just a story about...

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas D. Wilson (Author), Teri Norris (Cover Design by)The Fifth Hypothesis is a philosophical thriller that crosses borders of geography, time, and belief. When preservationist Phillip Grant uncovers an anomalous ruin beneath the Baja Peninsula-one that defies carbon dating and material science-he is drawn into a search for origins that leads through Savannah, Timbuktu, and the Colorado Delta. Joined by a circle of scientists and architects, Phillip follows a...

Vintage Lined Notebook Greetings from Cape May, New Jersey, Children on Beach

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Report copyright infringementby Found Image Press (Producer)Introducing the Vintage Notebook: Greetings from Cape May, New Jersey, Children on Beach, a delightful companion for all your writing endeavors. Featuring 150 lined pages, immerse yourself in the charm of a classic vintage travel postcard illustration adorning its cover. With its full-color decorative vintage art and versatile functionality, this notebook is an ideal companion for journaling, planning trips, tackling writing projects...

Houses of Boston's Back Bay: An Architectural History, 1840-1917

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Report copyright infringementby Bainbridge Bunting (Author)This superbly illustrated book records the development of Boston's Back Bay during the period of its greatest growth. Bainbridge Bunting focuses his study on one particularly significant architectural form--the town house. He chronicles, both pictorially and verbally, the first appearance, evolution, and eventual discard, during the era, of every local architectural style, all of which later gained national acceptance. He shows how ar...

Vintage Lined Notebook Greetings from Cape May, New Jersey, Beach Scene

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Report copyright infringementby Found Image Press (Producer)Introducing the Vintage Notebook: Greetings from Cape May, New Jersey, Beach Scene, a delightful companion for all your writing endeavors. Featuring 150 lined pages, immerse yourself in the charm of a classic vintage travel postcard illustration adorning its cover. With its full-color decorative vintage art and versatile functionality, this notebook is an ideal companion for journaling, planning trips, tackling writing projects, orga...

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Report copyright infringementby Edith Wharton (Author), Maxfield Parrish (Author)"Italian Villas and Their Gardens" by Edith Wharton transports you to the heart of Italy's breathtaking landscape architecture. A timeless exploration of Italian gardens and villas, this classic work delves into the history and artistry behind some of the most beautiful estates in the world. Wharton's insightful observations and vivid descriptions bring to life the intricate details of Italian architecture and ga...

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Report copyright infringementby Charles Rudy (Author)Explore the awe-inspiring grandeur of "The Cathedrals of Northern Spain" by Charles Rudy, a captivating exploration of Spain's magnificent religious architecture. Delve into the history and artistry of these iconic structures, monuments to faith and enduring testaments to Gothic architectural brilliance. This meticulously prepared edition showcases the cathedrals' stunning designs and intricate details, offering insight into their historica...

Around the World in 80 Years: A lifetime of extraordinary people and adventures

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Report copyright infringementby Pat Peterson (Author)Pat Peterson has always been an adventurer. This memoir is more than a simple retelling of adventures around the world, nor is it a travel guide. Rather, in her own words, Pat wanted to "...share the remarkable diversity of planet Earth and the people I have met around the world whose stories, along with my own, are worth knowing". From falling off of Long's Peak after a blizzard, camping in the USSR, dancing on the Red Rock's stage, teachi...

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Report copyright infringementby Captain Eddie Gantner (Author)Step into the cockpit and journey beyond the clouds in Vagabond Chronicles: Legacy of the Blue-a riveting memoir that captures the untamed spirit of aviation, adventure, and resilience.Told with raw honesty and vivid detail, this book takes you through the extraordinary life of Captain Eddie Gantner, a pilot whose experiences span daring flights, near-impossible challenges, and unforgettable encounters in the skies. From navigating...

In My Boots: A Memoir of Five Million Steps Along the Appalachian Trail

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Report copyright infringementby Amanda K. Jaros (Author)"Amanda K. Jaros's In My Boots does what some of the best works of nonfiction do: it takes the reader on a journey-in this case, a journey that is as much mental and emotion as it is physical." -Amy Butcher, author of Visiting Hours: A Memoir of Friendship and MurderWhen Amanda K. Jaros learns about the 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail after college, she walks away from a sheltered life dominated by an angry and volatile father and does some...

The Quest for Salinity: A Journey From Fresh To Saltwater Fly Fishing

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Report copyright infringementby Denny Seabright (Author)Denny Seabright's tale The Quest for Salinity It hooks you and draws you in from the first paragraph. Whether or not you're an avid fisherman, it's enjoyable to read and reminiscent of listening to and laughing along with a good storyteller. I've known Denny and his wife Theresa over 25 years, and he's always been able to tell a good story-he can write one as well. You don't want to miss this gem, especially if you enjoy fishing. You'll ...

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Report copyright infringementby Emile Cammaerts (Author)""Albert Of Belgium: Defender Of Right"" by Emile Cammaerts is a biography of King Albert I of Belgium, who ruled from 1909 until his death in 1934. The book explores Albert's life and career, from his childhood and education to his ascension to the throne and his efforts to protect the sovereignty and independence of Belgium during World War I. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to Queen Elisabeth and his pass...

Observations and Reflections Made in the Course of a Journey Through France, Italy, and Germany

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Report copyright infringementby Hester Lynch Piozzi (Author)Experience 18th-century Europe through the insightful eyes of Hester Lynch Piozzi in "Observations and Reflections Made in the Course of a Journey through France, Italy, and Germany, Vol. 1." This remarkable travelogue offers a vivid glimpse into the cultures, landscapes, and societies of France, Italy, and Germany as they existed centuries ago. Piozzi's keen observations and personal reflections provide a unique historical perspecti...

Out of the Frying Pan: Scenes from My Life

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Report copyright infringementby Keith Floyd (Author)Keith Floyd's exuberant personality, as much as his cooking skills, has made him a favourite both as bestselling author and as television presenter. But here, for the first time, he tells his own story - and it is full of surprises. The stories from his childhood in Somerset are vivid and moving: his grandfather with his tin leg, his mother at the mills, and his uncle, the ferret keeper, and the black sheep of the family for 'carrying on' wi...

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Report copyright infringementby Teena Marie Cook (Author)Have you ever felt like you don't quite fit in? Like your soul is calling you somewhere new, but you're not sure where? Or maybe you're a Swiftie who finds life's most meaningful moments in the perfect song lyric. If any of that resonates, this book is for you.In Clarity Can Look Crazy, Teena Cook embarks on a journey-not just across the US and Mexico, but deep within herself. A neurodivergent traveler, music lover, and fierce believer ...

China Blue 1984: Way off the beaten track...

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Report copyright infringementby Rosalinda Ruiz Scarfuto (Author)For two western women arriving from California via Hong Kong in 1984, China was a sea of BLUE Mao suits. Would you risk your life in an unknown 'communist' territory with only a dictionary, map, and a flimsy guidebook? In 1972 President Nixon reopened diplomatic relations for Americans with Mainland China, but not until 1982 were any visitors allowed to enter on their own. These travelers were an odd couple, a 24-year-old univers...

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Report copyright infringementby Nicholas D. Kristof (Author)From New York Times columnist, Pulitzer Prize winner, and best-selling author Nicholas D. Kristof, an intimate and gripping memoir about a life in journalism "This is the kind of memoir that changes the world. Read it."--Bonnie Garmus, author of Lessons in Chemistry "Inspiring...May this book be read by every budding journalist, and even experienced ones, and indeed by anyone who hopes for the future of humanity."--Ann Curry, journa...

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Report copyright infringementby Hermann Tietgen (Author), Marcia Tietgen Smith (Editor), Karen Smith Cade (Editor)A man with a recent degree in Agriculture from the University of Berlin, Hermann came to Canada in 1930 to escape inflation and lack of jobs in Germany.A chance encounter led him to the North and a job prospecting for gold.He fell in love with the North like so many others had done before him.In 1939 the declaration of war against Germany stopped all searches for gold in the North...

A Horse-Drawn Sickle Bar Cutter: Finding My Road to Felicity

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Merrick Fuller (Author)What if the circumstances you were born into didn't define your future?"A Horse-Drawn Sickle Bar Cutter is a stirring memoir colored by history, nostalgia, and life lessons. Enlivened by serendipities and adventure, it's the story of one man's pursuit (often on his motorcycle) of visual and culinary artistry and a life well-lived."-Claudia Cooper, Middlebury College Professor, retiredRobert Merrick Fuller grew up in a 150-year-old ...

Headstrong: Embracing Alopecia and Becoming Pañuelo Girl

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Report copyright infringementby Christy Bailey (Author), Susanna Donato (Editor)Christy has a secret. While even her closest friends see the confident young professional rocking a blond '90s perm, she privately battles an ever-growing patchwork of bald spots, enlisting stinging creams, painful injections, and clever camouflage, from comb-overs to berets. Then, after her brief marriage collapses, her eyebrows vanish, too.At first, Christy manages her alopecia areata with wigs, creating a maste...

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Report copyright infringementby Edwin John Dingle (Author)Across China On Foot This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the same edition with rich typography,...

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Report copyright infringementby Rand R. Timmerman (Author)This is the true story of two septuagenarian brothers hiking the Appalachian Trail after one's loss of his wife. While the widower brother wrestles with grief, the other brother faces demons surrounding his path to sobriety. This is an uplifting story of overcoming adversity of the body, mind, and spirit along the trails and trials of life, both physical and proverbial. Complete with stunning photographs from the trail, A Spiritual Pas...

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Report copyright infringementby C. K. Shepherd (Author)Across America by Motor-cycle is a travel narrative that chronicles the author's journey across the United States on a motorbike. After returning to England post-World War I, the author embarks on this adventure as a way to process the unrest many soldiers felt after the war. His journey begins in New York, where he navigates the chaotic city traffic and adjusts to American road conditions and customs. The book humorously captures his ini...

Times New Romanian: Voices and narrative from Romania

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Report copyright infringementby James Nigel Shakespear (Editor)Living and working in Bucharest since 1996 Romanians would ask me 'What do you think of our country?' I found 38 Westerners making a life there and asked them to tell me how they found Romania and its people. This oral history, first published in 2014, comes from interviews with Western writers, social workers, travel guides, entrepreneurs, restaurateurs and NGO chartiy workers; some of them were married to Romanians. Their experi...

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Report copyright infringementby Robyn Flemming (Author)Is it ever too late to make a new path to a different future? THE IRISH TIMES called "Skinful" a "timely portrayal of grey area drinking". For decades, few people suspected that Robyn Flemming was a grey area drinker. On the surface, she drank "socially" and her life looked successful. But Robyn's drinking was mostly done under the radar. She knew she was developing a serious dependence on the bottle or more of white wine she drank alone ...

Moctezuma's Revenge: Eight Navajos and a Teacher Explore the Mysteries of Ancient Aztlán (softcover)

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Report copyright infringementby Andrew Shows (Author)What kind of fool would plan a trip through the whole of Mexico with eight Navajos, seven still in high school, in 1975? That individual would have to be certifiably out of his mind, of course. But still, that individual being me, as their teacher, considered it the opportunity of a lifetime. This story will take you through the trials and tribulations of being an outsider to a tribal group of students, who knew next to nothing of the world...

The Closest Exit May Be Behind You: Memoir of a Fearful Flight Attendant

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Report copyright infringementby Kathi Davis (Author), Sharon Schmid (Editor)Why would someone choose a career that terrifies her?The smiling girl in the cover photo harbors a dark secret. A graduate of the August 1970 Delta Air Lines rigorous training program, she is, in fact, terrified of flying. A traumatic flight from Key West, Florida, to Havana, Cuba, at age eight convinced her she would never take to the sky again. But her recently earned BA in psychology left little in the way of a car...

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Report copyright infringementby Eleanor McArevey Price (Author)An Ocean Divides Me is a touching memoir of adventure and independence. Born in Dublin at the time of the Irish Free State, Eleanor McArevey Price grew up comfortably, raised with love and support from her parents and extended family. With an architectural degree, but not many opportunities in post-war Ireland, she courageously set off alone for work in London then Rhodesia and later San Francisco and New York City. Together, her ...

Moctezuma's Revenge: Eight Navajos and a Teacher Explore the Mysteries of Ancient Aztlán (hardcover)

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