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Report copyright infringementby Anna Keibler (Author)Amid the mountains of China, Anna falls in love with a Hui yak herder from the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau. At first, he appears to be a kindred soul and charismatic lover. But with treachery, traps, and fraud at every turn, their passionate romance is doomed from the start.Not only does Alimu convince Anna to barter away her passport-rendering her ensnared in his embrace-but he convinces her that only his word can be trusted as those around hi...

I Am a Brave Bridge: An American Girl's Hilarious and Heartbreaking Year in the Fledgling Republic of Slovakia

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Report copyright infringementby Sarah Hinlicky Wilson (Author)Once upon a time an American girl moved to a little town in Slovakia. And she fell in love with the country, and with a boy. And then another boy. And then about a dozen boys fell in love with her. Many linguistic and romantic antics ensued, and a happy ending unlike any she could have foreseen. This is a story for everyone-the armchair traveler and the real one, the lover of love stories and the connoisseur of culture clash-but ab...

Grape Expectations: A Family's Vineyard Adventure in France

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Report copyright infringementby Caro Feely (Author)What does it take to follow your dreams?The wine filled my mouth with plum and blackberry sensations. 'Delicious.' A picture of a vineyard drenched in sunlight formed in my mind. Sean drew me rudely back to our small suburban home.'How can they be in liquidation if they make wine this good?'When Caro and Sean find the perfect vineyard near Bordeaux their dreams of a new life in France are about to come true. They arrive, with a toddler and a ...

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Report copyright infringementby Charles Norris Cochrane (Author), W. Stewart (William Stewart) Wallace (Author)"David Thompson, the explorer" recounts the remarkable life of David Thompson, a pivotal figure in the exploration and mapping of Canada. This biography, by Charles Norris Cochrane, details Thompson's significant contributions to the Northwest Company and the fur trade, charting vast territories across Canada. Follow Thompson's journey as he navigates uncharted landscapes and forges ...

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Report copyright infringementby Henry Merrihew Plummer (Author)Embark on a captivating journey along the Atlantic coast with Henry M. Plummer's "The boy, me and the cat: Cruise of the Mascot, 1912-1913." This personal narrative recounts a remarkable sailing adventure, offering a unique glimpse into early 20th-century travel and maritime life. Plummer's detailed account captures the essence of a bygone era, vividly portraying the challenges and joys of navigating the coastline. More than just ...

Stateless in Paradise: A Stranded Souls Fight for Freedom

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Report copyright infringementby Mikael Okuns (Author)The Journey of a Stateless Person to United States CitizenshipStateless in Paradise is the deeply human journey of a man living between borders. From the South Pacific to West Africa, from Eastern Europe to the United States, Mikhail's life is shaped by movement, uncertainty, and the constant negotiations required of someone without a recognized nation.Forced into detentions, threatened with deportations, and stranded for months in American...

Thumbs Out! Hitchhiking Around the World in 1970

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Report copyright infringementby Sally &. Peter Blommer (Author)Newlyweds Sally and Peter Blommer undertake a one-year adventure hitchhiking around the world in 1970. They travel by any available means, always cheap, and usually by the seat of their pants. The journey was a test of a new relationship, learning how to live out of a 3-foot-long duffel bag, exploring different cultures, relishing the invaluable learning experiences, and experiencing some adrenaline-inducing events, all for a ...

Dark & Stormy Nights: Tales Best Left Untold

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Report copyright infringementby G. Longtale (Author)Shake up a cocktail of chaos, dark humor, and island madness - and what you get is Dark & Stormy Nights - and possibly Bert Kreischer's Love Child. This memoir blends: 2 shots of Hunter S. Thompson's The Rum Diary 1 generous pour of Tucker Max's I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell A splash of Californication's unapologetic dark humor All served with a twist of tropical storms, sinking boats, and Bermuda Police Department hospitality. From th...

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Report copyright infringementby Dee Dosch (Author)After hitchhiking my way through Italy with two girlfriends when I was only 20 years old, it sparked an interest in this remarkable country that I desired to know more about. That summer adventure would result in nine more trips over the years with family and friends. I chronicled those travel excursions that took place within a 45-year span in journals, resulting in the writing of this book.Travel back in time and experience a summer in Italy...

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Report copyright infringementby Chelsea Handler (Author)In this uproarious collection of travel essays, Chelsea Handler sneaks her sharp wit through airport security and delivers her most absurd and hilarious stories ever. "If you're one of the millions who enjoy Handler's sarcastic, self-deprecating humor (and her tendency to be pantless), then you may just pee yourself laughing as she humiliates herself from Montenegro to Telluride." --Booklist On safari in Africa, it's anyone's guess as ...

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Report copyright infringementby Charles Dickens (Author)In 1844 Charles Dickens (1812-70) and his family moved to Italy for a year, eventually settling in Genoa. This book, Dickens' second travel memoir, describes his experience of travelling through France and exploring Italy. Based on letters to friends, particularly John Forster, it was first published in instalments from January to March 1846 in the Daily News (a new radical newspaper which Dickens himself founded and briefly edited). The...

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Report copyright infringementby Hilaire Belloc (Author)"Hills and the Sea" invites you to journey through the Edwardian English countryside with H. Belloc as your guide. More than just a travelogue, this collection of essays offers a charming and insightful glimpse into rural life and the simple pleasures of walking tours. Belloc's keen observations and evocative prose paint a vivid portrait of England, capturing its natural beauty and the spirit of its people. Explore the landscape through t...

Crush: My Year as an Apprentice Winemaker

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Report copyright infringementby Nicholas O'Connell (Author)In Crush Nicholas O'Connell provides a behind-the-scenes look at the daily operations of some of the world's most prestigious wineries on the West Coast. This insider's view of the wine world includes the intense competition for the best grapes, the bizarre lingo of the tasting rooms, and the visionary winemakers who magically transform grapes into high-end wine. It is a world that includes not only romance and refinement but long hou...

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Report copyright infringementby Philip J. Burgess (Author)No place to rest*A grieving young Irish immigrant puts his motherless infant son in the hands of strangers and sails away, never to be heard from again. An old cowboy turns his ranch over to his wife and rides off into the sunset. A glimpse of a hobo waiting by muddy waters to board a west-bound freight train, the stuff of a young boy's dreams.I went out on the road in pursuit of angels and some crazed notion of perfect freedom, after ...

Brave-ish: One Breakup, Six Continents, and Feeling Fearless After Fifty

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Report copyright infringementby Lisa Niver (Author)Although Lisa Niver has traveled in far-off locales from Vanuatu to Nepal and received numerous accolades for both her writing and her top ranked website, what people don't realize is that this began from the wreckage of a rotten romance.Newlywed Niver was on the adventure of a lifetime. She had quit her job, rented out her condo, and was traveling around Asia. To the outside world, Niver was a woman living out her dreams of exploring ancient...

Retire to Adventure!: Traveling by Caravan in the 1950s: Canada, the United States, and Mexico

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Report copyright infringementby Harrison M. Karr (Author)Retire to Adventure!, first published in 1962, is the lively account by Harrison and Shirley Karr of their travels in the 1950s across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Traveling first by an early model of teardrop trailer, then a larger Airstream, the author recounts their experiences with the aim of helping others achieve a satisfying retirement, rich in experiences and memories. Illustrated with 16 pages of photographs.From the ...

And the Beat Goes On: My E-Ticket Ride Writing about, Working for, and Running through Disney's World

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Report copyright infringementby Chuck Schmidt (Author), Leslie A. Sklar (Foreword by)Magic in That BeatFor nearly four decades, journalist Chuck Schmidt has taken readers on an in-depth look into the expansive world of the Walt Disney Company. Not only does he continue to write about Disney in his Still Goofy About Disney blog, but he's written or co-authored seven books for Theme Park Press on his favorite topic.In The Beat Goes On, a sequel to his On the Disney Beat book, Chuck takes us on ...

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Report copyright infringementby Robert D. Alexander-Jordan (Author)What does it mean to grow up in Detroit? It means learning to navigate pothole-filled streets with the precision of a stunt driver, sneaking snacks into drive-in theaters, and knowing that every neighborhood has its own local legend-the man, the myth, the mystery that nobody questions but everyone knows. It's motels that make you rethink your life choices, freeway merges that test your patience, and the constant debate over wh...

Water Buffaloes, Swim Holes, and Monkey Wallahs: Snapshots from an American Teenager in Pakistan

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Report copyright infringementby Stefan Borges (Author)AIn this debut collection of essays about life in Pakistan from 1968 to 1973, Stefan Borges offers a window into a typical American teenager's life in an atypical time and place. Living with his family in Lahore and attending the American International high school there while his father worked as a civil engineer on large-scale projects, Borges experienced a heady mix of exotic sights, sounds, and adventures in a country filled with ancien...

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Report copyright infringementby Albert G. Robinson (Author)Old New England Houses is a book written by Albert G. Robinson that explores the architecture and history of traditional homes in New England. The book is a comprehensive guide to the design, construction, and preservation of these historic houses, with a focus on the unique features and characteristics that make them so iconic. Robinson draws on his extensive knowledge of the region's architecture and history to provide readers with ...

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Report copyright infringementby Charles Joseph Latrobe (Author)The Rambler in Mexico, 1834 is a travelogue written by Charles Joseph LaTrobe, an English explorer who visited Mexico in the early 19th century. The book is a detailed account of LaTrobe's journey through the country, documenting his experiences and observations of Mexican culture, society, and landscape.LaTrobe's travelogue is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of Mexican life. He writes about the...

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Report copyright infringementby Carl Lumholtz (Author)Through Central Borneo is a non-fiction book written by Carl Lumholtz, first published in 1920. The book chronicles Lumholtz's journey through the island of Borneo, specifically the central region, during the late 19th century. Lumholtz was a Norwegian ethnographer and explorer who spent several years in Borneo studying the indigenous peoples and their cultures.The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing Lumholtz's experience...

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Report copyright infringementby Margaret Fuller (Author)Embark on a captivating journey through the American Midwest with S. M. Fuller's "Summer on the Lakes in 1843." This engaging travel narrative offers a unique glimpse into the Great Lakes region during the 1840s. More than a simple travelogue, Fuller's work provides insightful observations on the landscape, people, and burgeoning society of the area. Experience the challenges and wonders of 19th-century travel as seen through the eyes of...

Illegal: A true story of love, revolution and crossing borders

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Report copyright infringementby John Dennehy (Author)A raw account of a young American abroad grasping for meaning, this pulsating story of violent protests, illegal border crossings and loss of innocence raises questions about the futility of borders and the irresistible power of nationalism. Illegal tells the true story of love and deception, revolutions and deportations as it chronicles the trials of John Dennehy. Naïve New Yorker, Dennehy refuses to be part of the feverish nationalism of ...

I Promised You Adventure: A Do-It-Yourself Guide to Traveling the World

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Downes (Author), Jeannette Wildman (Other) "I Promised You Adventure" explores the global phenomenon of backpacking as a low-cost style of adventure travel that has been embraced by hundreds of thousands of wanderers of all ages, with do-it-yourself insights into planning your own "trip of a lifetime." Authors Robert Downes and Jeannette Wildman spent seven months backpacking around the world, starting in the mountains of Tasmania, through Australia, Ind...

Tales of a Cheeky Chef: A Knife, a Pan and a Passport: An Austrian Chef`s Wild Ride at Sea!

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Report copyright infringementby Manfred Marc Umfahrer (Author)Tales of a Cheeky Chef is a wild, witty, and moving memoir that follows an eccentric Austrian chef named Manfred through the high seas and behind the scenes of elite culinary expeditions. Manfred, the protagonist, isn't your average chef-he's a spiritual adventurer, kitchen warrior, and storyteller rolled into one.From battling storms in the Arctic to managing egos in luxury galleys, each tale blends humor, insight, and a taste of ...

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Report copyright infringementby James E. Gaasch (Author)Oaxaca Stories Along the Way captures the view of the world of the Oaxacan people... a local photographer... a market vendor... a painter... an academic...all through the eyes of an author who has fallen in love. This is not the simple infatuation of fairy tales, but the real love that comes from appreciating the whole. It comes from the beauty of a city and the hearts of its populace... Number of Pages: 144 Dim...

Meetings at 35,000 Feet and What Are Their Meanings?

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Report copyright infringementby Les Dotson (Author)Les Dotson shares Stories of Love, Laughter, Near Tragedy, Spiritual Encounters, Intense Moments, Partnerships, and Much More. When one of the events in Les' book happened, he decided that he would act accordingly. Now that Les is fully awake and aware, he feels it is the right time to use every opportunity he gets to try to remember that incident and to understand what life is truly about. Meetings at 35,000 Feet and What Are Their Meanings?...

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Report copyright infringementby John G. Brucato (Author)The Farmer Goes To Town: The Story Of San Francisco's Farmers' Market is a book written by John G. Brucato that tells the fascinating story of the San Francisco Farmers' Market. The book takes readers on a journey through the history of the market, from its humble beginnings in the early 1900s to its current status as one of the most beloved and iconic farmers' markets in the world.The book covers a wide range of topics related to the ma...

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Report copyright infringementby Priyanka Mattoo (Author)From a wry, insightful, and very funny new voice, here is one woman's search for home, from Kashmir to England to Saudi Arabia to Michigan to Rome and, finally, to Los Angeles--standalone essays that together form a sweeping portrait of a peripatetic life. "I would follow Priyanka Mattoo to the ends of the earth, because she would know what to eat there, and how to make a friend, and then sit me down and tell me a story." --Emma Straub,...

Kilimanjaro Unfiltered: The Real, Raw, Rugged Truth of Summiting the World's Tallest Freestanding Mountain

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Report copyright infringementby Danica Paige (Author)Mount Kilimanjaro. The name alone sparks images of adventure, triumph, and breathtaking views. But what is it really like to climb this legendary peak? No one tells you that the journey is anything but glamorous. It's grueling. It's unforgiving. It's a battle against exhaustion, altitude, and self-doubt. It's also a chance to find out what you're truly made of ... and what you'll discover along the way will change your life.Kilimanjaro Unfi...

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Report copyright infringementby James E. Gaasch (Author)Open Oaxaca Stories Along the Way and view the world of a local photographer... a market vendor... a painter... an academic... all through the eyes of an author who has fallen in love. This is not the simple infatuation of fairy tales, but the real love that comes from appreciating the whole. It comes from the beauty of a city and the hearts of its populace... Number of Pages: 144 Dimensions: 0.5 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN ...