{"product_id":"high-in-the-bavarian-alps-hardcover","title":"High in the Bavarian Alps - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJames Earl\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore the magical paradise of Bavaria, full of wonder and beauty. Visit areas of Germany, Austria and Southern Europe. Civilian employees who work at facilities of the Armed Forces Recreation Center pursue fun adventures in Oberammergau, Berchtesgaden, Munich, Lake Chiemsee, and other locations. Meanwhile, Germany is attacked by the Red Army Faction. This book is one of a kind...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA delightful blend of mystery, terror, history and the lifestyle of the early 1970s, it is a story never told before about these places and events. The colorful characters enjoy playful nightlife, food, sports and traveling together. Strong friendships are developed during a period of one year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe protagonist is Lucas Gary, a chef who comes from Southern California. Throughout the book, he provides information about food and cooking. He loves the competition of indoor and outdoor sports, especially those which you play with a ball. While Lucas experiences his own personal conflicts, he also witnesses conflicts of persons he meets along the way and becomes close to. Some conflicts appear to be resolved in this story, but the readers may have to think a little deeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInteraction between the characters is up-beat and mostly good camaraderie, but the story is studded with terrorist activities and dark clouds of Nazi influence on German cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTravel with Lucas and his AFRC friends who visit famous hotels, bars, ski resorts and more: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn history from the locals in Germany, Bavaria, Austria, Italy, Spain, the French Riviera, Morocco and Switzerland.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFerry to islands of Ibiza and Formentera.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnjoy beach life at the Costa del Sol.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSki at the Zugspitze and the Matterhorn.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTour castles of King Ludwig II.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttend the Austrian Grand Prix.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnyone interested in history will learn about the cultures of Bavaria and surrounding areas, leading up to the early 70s. This book of historical fiction is entertaining. All the characters and historical settings bring the readers into the story, engage them in various explorations and challenge them with different perspectives. \u003cem\u003e Suggested for adult reading.]\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 630\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.38 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 30, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091652153479,"sku":"9780999755204","price":46.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/b088cdb11d743b19d98672c717cea478.webp?v=1732293927","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/high-in-the-bavarian-alps-hardcover","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}