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Report copyright infringementby Hiram Bingham (Author)Join Hiram Bingham on his journey through the Andes Mountains of Peru as he discovers the stunning ruins of Choqquequirau. With beautiful descriptions and photographs, Bingham brings the ancient Incan civilization to life and provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of this mysterious culture. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in archaeology, history, or adventure.This work has been selected by scholars as being cultura...

Buddhist Monuments and Temples of Cambodia and Laos

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Report copyright infringementby W. Vivian De Thabrew (Author)This is the third volume in my series on Buddhist monuments and temples in South Asia, and the last one dealing with orthodox or Theravada Buddhism. The advent of Theravada Buddhism in Cambodia and Laos came during the 11th century, while Mahayana Buddhism came much earlier to Cambodia. Laos, however, with its constant contact with Thailand (Siam), inherited Theravada or the pure form of Buddhism. The specific origins of the peoples...

Strange Harvests: Giving and Taking from the Natural World

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Report copyright infringementby Edward Posnett (Author)An original and magical map of our world and its riches, formed of the stories of the small-scale harvests of seven natural objects In this beguiling book, Edward Posnett journeys to some of the most far-flung locales on the planet to bring us seven wonders of the natural world--eiderdown, edible birds' nests, civet coffee, sea silk, vicuña fiber, vegetable ivory, and guano--that promise ways of using nature without damaging it. To the re...

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Report copyright infringementby Keith Lefkof (Author)Are you ready to take your brand to new heights? If you're a corporate leader, brand strategist, or event planner looking to create unforgettable experiences that captivate your audience, this is for you.Imagine hosting an event so unique and inspiring that it leaves attendees talking about it long after they return home. This book shows you how to transform ordinary corporate gatherings into immersive, high-impact experiences by leveraging...

The Passing Show: A travel memoir of lust, folly and high adventure

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Report copyright infringementby Janet L. Holmes (Author)It was 1968 and the world was in turmoil as my sister and I cast off into the unknown. We found passage on a freighter crossing the Atlantic and disembarked in Tangier, Morocco. Hitchhiking across North Africa to Egypt, we crossed the Mediterranean Sea to Greece with its many treasures. Nearly penniless, we found work in Germany and romance in Paris. Our funds replenished, we set out overland, bound for India. Exploring Ceylon (Sri Lanka...

The Penguin Lessons: What I Learned from a Remarkable Bird

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Report copyright infringementby Tom Michell (Author)NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE - The extraordinary and inspiring true story about the surprising bond between a young teacher and the small penguin he rescued "The Penguin Lessons teaches an important truth: that a single act of compassion can be repaid a thousand-fold."--Sy Montgomery, author of the National Book Award finalist The Soul of an Octopus In 1975, twenty-three-year-old Englishman Tom Michell follows his wanderlust to Argentina, wher...

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Report copyright infringementby Lucy B. Tobias (Author)A weekly blog that started as a pandemic panacea and became a phenomenon - combination journal, travel log and memoir that looks at the profoundness of everyday life and finds humor, tragedy and reasons for hope. A good read for the jaded of heart who might have forgotten that miracles happen every day.Wednesday Notes covers a year and a half of weekly blogs and comes with photographs and ideas for projects easy for the reader. ...

Becoming An Eagle: An Immigrant's Quest for Love, Travel, Food, and Identity in the United States

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Report copyright infringementby Flora Fong (Author), Flora Fong (Illustrator)What Happens When a Hong Kong Girl Moves to the United States: A Memoir Follow Flora's journey of falling in love with a foreign man, her grief of moving away from her hometown, and her finding acceptance and a sense of home in America.Flora unravels the layers of emotions of leaving home and relocating three times in a decade - from being a Hong Kong city girl to slowing down to the gentle warmth and hospitality of ...

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Report copyright infringementby Hudson Stuck (Author)Experience the rugged beauty and demanding conditions of early 20th-century Alaska in Hudson Stuck's compelling narrative, "Ten Thousand Miles with a Dog Sled: A Narrative of Winter Travel in Interior Alaska." This captivating account details Stuck's extensive journeys by dog sled through the Alaskan interior, offering a firsthand perspective on exploration and travel in a challenging winter landscape. Stuck, a dedicated observer of the Ala...

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Report copyright infringementby Surendra Saxena (Author)One man's journey across continents. One mountain that never stopped calling.Surendra Saxena's life has been filled with rich experiences. He built a career in technology, started businesses, raised a family, and traveled the world. Yet throughout all the changes, one quiet desire remained in his heart: to walk the sacred path around Mount Kailash, the legendary Himalayan peak that holds deep spiritual meaning for millions.Kailash: Foots...

A Hunter's Wanderings in Africa; Being a Narrative of Nine Years Spent Amongst the Game of the far Interior of South Africa ... With ... Illustrations

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Report copyright infringementby Frederick Courteney Selous (Author), Edward Whymper (Author)Title: A Hunter's Wanderings in Africa; being a narrative of nine years spent amongst the game of the far interior of South Africa ... With ... illustrations by ... E. Whymper, etc.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known langua...

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Report copyright infringementby Cherry Carl (Author)This heartfelt visual memoir capturing the timeless charm of Julian, California, through the lens of love and nostalgia. This intimate photo book chronicles countless days and nights spent in this historic mountain town, from the legendary Julian Hotel (established 1897) to the apple orchards that give the town its character. More than just a travel book, this is a love story - to a place, to a person, and to the moments that define our deep...

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Report copyright infringementby Bee Sian Sim (Author)This book shares the life story of Sim Bee Sian, a strong and determined woman who never gave up. As a young girl, she was full of energy and always ready for a challenge. She played basketball with her close friends and showed early on that she had a brave heart and a hardworking spirit.Many years ago, she moved to Canada with nothing but hope and courage. Life was not easy, but she worked hard, kept learning, and built a successful busine...

Lewis and Clarke, Pioneers of the Great American Northwest ..

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Report copyright infringementby William Clark (Author), Nicholas Biddle (Author), Paul Allen (Author)Embark on a thrilling journey through the early American West with 'Lewis and Clarke, Pioneers of the Great American Northwest.' Volume 1 recounts the epic expedition of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark as they navigate uncharted territories, encounter native tribes, and document the rich natural history of the Louisiana Purchase. This meticulously researched account, based on the original j...

Not Without Peril: 150 Years of Misadventure on the Presidential Range of New Hampshire - Paperback

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by Nicholas Howe (Author)Among the most dangerous mountains in the world, Mount Washington has challenged adventurers for centuries with its severe weather. From the days when gentlefolk ascended the heights in hoop skirts and wool suits to today's high-tech assaults on wintry summits, this book offers extensive and intimate profiles of people who found trouble on New Hampshire's Presidential Range, from the nineteenth century through present day. Veteran journalist Nicholas Howe draws on his...

Literary New Hampshire: A History & Guide

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Report copyright infringementby Gary Crooker (Author), Joe Adamowicz (Foreword by)New Hampshire's literary roots are long and rich, with names like Robert Frost, Celia Thaxter and Willa Cather beckoning book lovers. Travel to Cornish and discover the connections between one of the state's premier novelists, Winston Churchill, and the British statesman of the same name. Experience north country beauty in Littleton, birthplace of Eleanor Porter, who introduced a new word into the English langua...

Okinawa: The History of an Island People - Paperback

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by George Kerr (Author), Mitsugu Sakihara (Afterword by)"The first full-length monograph on the history of the Ryukyu Islands in any Western language...a standard work."--Pacific Affairs Okinawa: The History of an Island People is the definitive book available in English on the history of Okinawa and the Ryukyu Islands, and an influential scholarly work in the field of Japanese studies. The histories of Japan, Okinawa and the entire Pacific region are crucially intertwined; therefore the revi...

'Noa Noa' by Paul Gauguin and Charles Morice: with 'Manuscrit tiré du

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Report copyright infringementby Claire Moran (Editor)Noa Noa is one of the best examples of a nineteenth-century artist's book. Part-travelogue, part-autobiography and rich in imagery, it sealed Gauguin's reputation as a painter of the tropics. This edition brings the original co-authored text of Noa Noa to the public, allowing a new interpretation of Gauguin to emerge. Written together with the poet Charles Morice, it sets up a dichotomy between the 'savage painter' and the 'civilised poet',...

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Report copyright infringementby James Richards (Author)Travel Artist: Sketchbook Drawings and True Stories from the Road is an illustrated travelogue drawn from 20 years of travel to 50 countries, and from the scores of sketchbooks and journals created along the way. A sketchbook changes travel, from checking off an itinerary checklist and Instagram moments to a journey of discovery: about places, about people, about yourself. Richards' stories are told through hundreds of full color and bla...

Vintage Lined Notebook Greetings from Alexandria, Minnesota

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Report copyright infringementby Found Image Press (Producer)Introducing the Vintage Notebook: Greetings from Alexandria, Minnesota, 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, organizing to-do...

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Report copyright infringementby Isabella Ginanneschi (Photographer), Duncan Murray Kirk (Text by (Art/Photo Books))With its tropical beauty, rich spirituality, and traditional arts, the island of Bali has drawn to its shores an international tribe of artists, designers, and creative entrepreneurs. Now, as Bali faces the ecological challenges arising from mass tourism and rapid economic development, this visionary tribe has led the way in creating a new kind of environmentally sustainable trop...

The Man Farthest Down: A Record of Observation and Study in Europe

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Report copyright infringementby Booker T. Washington (Author), Robert Ezra Park (Author)"The Man Farthest Down: A Record of Observation and Study in Europe" by Booker T. Washington and Robert E. Page offers a compelling look into the lives of Europe's working class at the turn of the 20th century. This insightful work of social observation delves into the everyday realities of poverty and labor, providing a detailed account of the challenges faced by those at the bottom of the economic ladder...

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by Jim DuFresne (Author)Michigan's Lower Peninsula offers extremely diverse terrain, from beaches that are home to shipwrecks and lighthouses, streams populated with trout, and wildflower and orchid fields to spaces with unusual geological formations, sand dunes, and steep climbs, and beech forests perfect for birding. Each chapter begins with an overview of each hike--the type of hike, total distance, time, difficulty, highlights, maps, and trailhead GPS coordinates. Readers will learn the b...

I Almost Cancelled: Showing Up When Fear Tells You to Stay Home

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Report copyright infringementby Jessica Bettencourt (Author)"Challenging . . . Encouraging . . . Inspiring." -- Kim Singletary, Wife of NFL Hall-of-Famer Mike Singletary and Cohost of Family Tip FridaysHow to wipe out self-doubt and step out with confidenceThere has to be more. Something inside you knows there is. Then you second guess everything.What if I ask for what I want . . . and the answer is no?What if I try something new . . . and end up making a fool of myself?Am I selfish? Should I...

Winning The Global Talent War: How To Find The World's Best Employees And Thrive In A Competitive World

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Report copyright infringementby Jonathan Romley (Author)Whether you're a business leader or an HR professional, this leadership book is your ultimate resource for mastering global talent acquisition and securing your organization's future success!In today's interconnected, technology-driven world, attracting and retaining and managing talent has never been more crucial. Winning the Global Talent War by Jonathan Romley is your ultimate guide to mastering global talent acquisition and employee ...

Lonely Planet Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan - Paperback

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by Tom Masters (Author), Joel Balsam (Author), Jan Kowalski (Author)Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Georgia's Truso Valley for a hike past majestic scenery to riding a cable car to the tiny village of Tatev, and seeing Tsminda Sameba Church in the South Caucasus with its extraordinary hilltop location.Build a trip to remember ...

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Report copyright infringementby Jen Hadfield (Author)'Storm Pegs perfectly captures the knotting of language and landscape. I was transported.' - Katherine May, Sunday Times bestselling author of WinteringFrom the winner of the T.S. Eliot Prize and the Highland Book PrizeWhat if the answer to 'Where am I?' is 'heaven'? In her late twenties, celebrated poet Jen Hadfield moved to the Shetland archipelago to make her life anew. A scattering of islands at the northernmost point of the United King...

Ghost Hunting Michigan: Your Travel Guide to the State's Most Haunted Places

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Report copyright infringementby Helen Pattskyn (Author)Explore Michigan like never before--visit its most haunted locations that are open to the public.Whether you love to travel, are fascinated by the paranormal, or both, get ready to tour Michigan in a totally new way! Ghost Hunting Michigan guides you to 23 fascinating and historic places, including hotels, restaurants, theaters, and more. Every location is open to the public, and here's the catch: Every place is reportedly haunted!Join au...

The Pout-Pout Fish, Far, Far from Home - Board Book

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by Deborah Diesen (Author), Dan Hanna (Illustrator)An exciting new adventure starring the New York Times-Bestselling Pout-Pout Fish Mr. Fish has prepped and packed, And he's made big plans to roam.He's ready for adventureOn his trip away from home But sometimes trips have detoursAnd not everything goes right.Without his favorite toy, Can he fall asleep at night? Swim along with Mr. Fish as he explores new places and meets new friends in THE POUT-POUT FISH, FAR, FAR FROM HOME. He might just...

Lulu & Rocky in Rocky Mountain National Park - Hardcover

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by Barbara Joosse (Author), Renée Graef (Illustrator)Lulu and her cousin Rocky are visiting Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado There are so many fun things to see and do, like hiking, camping, star-gazing, and even participating in the Junior Ranger program as they learn about the special treasures found in the park. Written by Barbara Joosse and illustrated by Ren e Graef, this fifth book in the Lulu & Rocky series explores the Rocky Mountain National Park. Number of Pages: 32 Dim...

Hiking Michigan's Upper Peninsula - Paperback

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by Eric Hansen (Author), Rebecca Pelky (Author)Hiking Michigan's Upper Peninsula features fifty of the best hikes in Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula. Detailed maps and trail descriptions make navigating these wonderful trails easy, from family-friend strolls to popular vistas to hillier wooded pathways. Look inside to find: Hikes suited to every ability Mile-by-mile directional cues Difficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees/permits, and best hiking seasons An index of hikes by category--...