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World Travel - Anthony Bourdain & Laurie Woolever Cover Art

World Travel

World Travel An Irreverent Guide by Anthony Bourdain & Laurie Woolever

A guide to some of the world’s most fascinating places, as seen and experienced by writer, television host, and relentlessly curious traveler Anthony Bourdain Anthony Bourdain saw more of the world than nearly anyone. His travels took him from the hidden pockets of his hometown of New York to a tribal longhouse in Borneo, from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, Paris, and Shanghai to Tanzania’s utter beauty and the stunning desert solitude of Oman’s Empty Quarter—and many places beyond. In World Travel, a life of experience is collected into an entertaining, practical, fun and frank travel guide that gives readers an introduction to some of his favorite places—in his own words. Featuring essential advice on how to get there, what to eat, where to stay and, in some cases, what to avoid, World Travel provides essential context that will help readers further appreciate the reasons why Bourdain found a place enchanting and memorable. Supplementing Bourdain’s words are a handful of essays by friends, colleagues, and family that tell even deeper stories about a place, including sardonic accounts of traveling with Bourdain by his brother, Christopher; a guide to Chicago’s best cheap eats by legendary music producer Steve Albini, and more. Additionally, each chapter includes illustrations by Wesley Allsbrook. For veteran travelers, armchair enthusiasts, and those in between, World Travel offers a chance to experience the world like Anthony Bourdain.

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There's Treasure Inside: The Appalachian Footpath Treasure Box - Jon Collins-Black Cover Art

There's Treasure Inside: The Appalachian Footpath Treasure Box

There's Treasure Inside: The Appalachian Footpath Treasure Box by Jon Collins-Black

Discover the Greatest Treasure in American History! "I've hidden a treasure somewhere in the United States that's worth millions upon millions of dollars, and it's waiting for you to find it." – Jon Collins-Black Five treasure boxes have been hidden in five locations across the country. One of these treasure boxes is named The Appalachian Footpath Treasure Box. Inside this box are various valuable or one-of-a-kind objects. In total, this hand-crafted metal puzzle box and its contents are worth six figures in value. This book contains a true treasure map, the only one of its kind in this series, which leads directly to the treasure. Inspired by the author's own experiences hiking the Appalachian Trail, follow the clues inside this box to find where he hid this treasure box. The There's Treasure Inside ebook series is not just a book series; it is five treasure maps to five hidden treasures. Created by Jon Collins-Black, this book series is your key to embarking on the greatest treasure hunt in American history.

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A Walk in the Woods - Bill Bryson Cover Art

A Walk in the Woods

A Walk in the Woods Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail by Bill Bryson

NEW YORK TIMES  BESTSELLER  •  The classic chronicle of a “terribly misguided and terribly funny” ( The Washington Post ) hike of the Appalachian Trail, from the author of  A Short History of Nearly Everything  and  The Body   “The best way of escaping into nature.”— The New York Times    Back in America after twenty years in Britain, Bill Bryson decided to reacquaint himself with his native country by walking the 2,100-mile Appalachian Trail, which stretches from Georgia to Maine. The AT offers an astonishing landscape of silent forests and sparkling lakes—and to a writer with the comic genius of Bill Bryson, it also provides endless opportunities to witness the majestic silliness of his fellow human beings.    For a start there’s the gloriously out-of-shape Stephen Katz, a buddy from Iowa along for the walk. But  A Walk in the Woods  is more than just a laugh-out-loud hike. Bryson’s acute eye is a wise witness to this beautiful but fragile trail, and as he tells its fascinating history, he makes a moving plea for the conservation of America’s last great wilderness. An adventure, a comedy, and a celebration,  A Walk in the Woods  is a modern classic of travel literature.   NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE

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There's Treasure Inside: The Past and Future Treasure Box - Jon Collins-Black Cover Art

There's Treasure Inside: The Past and Future Treasure Box

There's Treasure Inside: The Past and Future Treasure Box by Jon Collins-Black

Discover the Greatest Treasure in American History! "I've hidden a treasure somewhere in the United States that's worth millions upon millions of dollars, and it's waiting for you to find it." – Jon Collins-Black Five treasure boxes have been hidden in five locations across the country. One of these treasure boxes is named The Past and Future Treasure Box. Inside it are various riches, including at least one physical Bitcoin with the digital Bitcoin keys on it. In total, the contents of the treasure box are well in the six figures. Inspired by the book Ready Player One , the clues to the whereabouts of this box lie in the pages, games, and puzzles inside this book. Consider the author's past and present to help you find this treasure. The There's Treasure Inside ebook series is not just a book series; it is five treasure maps to five hidden treasures. Created by Jon Collins-Black, this book series is your key to embarking on the greatest treasure hunt in American history.

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There's Treasure Inside: The Forrest Fenn Treasure Box - Jon Collins-Black Cover Art

There's Treasure Inside: The Forrest Fenn Treasure Box

There's Treasure Inside: The Forrest Fenn Treasure Box by Jon Collins-Black

Discover the Greatest Treasure in American History! "I've hidden a treasure somewhere in the United States that's worth millions upon millions of dollars, and it's waiting for you to find it." – Jon Collins-Black Five treasure boxes have been hidden in five locations across the country. One of these treasure boxes, inspired by the famous Forrest Fenn treasure hunt, is named the Forrest Fenn Box. Inside this box are riches valued at over six figures in total, including items from the famous Forrest Fenn Treasure. One of these items, a 20k-word autobiography sealed in a wax olive jar, is surrounded by intrigue and mystery. Read this book to find the clues to decipher where in the Rocky Mountains this treasure resides. The There's Treasure Inside ebook series is not just a book series; it is five treasure maps to five hidden treasures. Created by Jon Collins-Black, this book series is your key to embarking on the greatest treasure hunt in American history.

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There's Treasure Inside: The Pokémon Treasure Box - Jon Collins-Black Cover Art

There's Treasure Inside: The Pokémon Treasure Box

There's Treasure Inside: The Pokémon Treasure Box by Jon Collins-Black

Discover the Greatest Treasure in American History! "I've hidden a treasure somewhere in the United States that's worth millions upon millions of dollars, and it's waiting for you to find it." – Jon Collins-Black Five treasure boxes have been hidden in five locations across the country. One of these treasure boxes is named The Pokemon Box, after the pop-culture video game and card game that is amongst the most popular in the world. Inside it are riches valued at over six figures in total, including at least one very rare and valuable Pokémon card and various other riches. Inspired by a trip the author took to Texas as a child, this fictional, light-hearted, and humorous story holds clues to the location of a treasure worth over six figures. Read this book to find the clues to decipher the exact location of where the Pokémon treasure box resides. The There's Treasure Inside ebook series is not just a book series; it is five treasure maps to five hidden treasures. Created by Jon Collins-Black, this book series is your key to embarking on the greatest treasure hunt in American history.

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Rick Steves Portugal - Rick Steves Cover Art

Rick Steves Portugal

Rick Steves Portugal by Rick Steves

Stroll Lisbon's cobbled lanes, cruise the Douro River, and soak up the sun on the Algarve's beaches: experience Portugal with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Portugal you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for exploring Portugal Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the bone chapel of Évora and the palaces of Sintra to seaside street food and lush vineyards How to connect with culture: Chat with friendly locals over a glass of vinho verde, enjoy a dinner of fresh seafood stew, or spend an evening at a bluesy fado bar Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of local port Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and historic museums Detailed maps for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, a Portuguese phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended reading Over 500 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on Lisbon, Sintra, Salema, Cape Sagres, Lagos, Tavira, Évora, Nazaré, Batalha, Fátima, Tomar, Alcobaça, Óbidos, Coimbra, Porto, Peso da Régua, Pinhão, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Portugal .

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Travels with Charley - John Steinbeck Cover Art

Travels with Charley

Travels with Charley In Search of America by John Steinbeck

A quest across America, from the northernmost tip of Maine to California’s Monterey Peninsula. To hear the speech of the real America, to smell the grass and the trees, to see the colors and the light—these were John Steinbeck's goals as he set out, at the age of fifty-eight, to rediscover the country he had been writing about for so many years. With Charley, his French poodle, Steinbeck drives the interstates and the country roads, dines with truckers, encounters bears at Yellowstone and old friends in San Francisco. Along the way he reflects on the American character, racial hostility, the particular form of American loneliness he finds almost everywhere, and the unexpected kindness of strangers.

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Rick Steves Scotland - Rick Steves & Cameron Hewitt Cover Art

Rick Steves Scotland

Rick Steves Scotland by Rick Steves & Cameron Hewitt

Whether you take the high road or the low road, Scotland is yours to explore with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Scotland you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a multi-week trip  exploring Scotland Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the wild beauty of Orkney Islands and the Hebrides to cozy corner pubs in Edinburgh How to connect with local culture: Chat with experts on the Speyside Whisky Trail, cheer on the locals at a Highland Games event, or try authentic haggis Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a dram of scotch Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and historic sites Detailed neighborhood maps and a fold-out regional map for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, a phrase book of Scottish slang, a historical overview, and recommended reading Complete, up-to-date information on Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, St. Andrews, the Scottish Highlands, Oban, Mull, Iona, Staffa, Glencoe, Fort William, Inverness, Loch Ness, Pitiochry, Balmoral Castle, the Isle of Skye, Wester Ross, the Orkney Islands, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Scotland . Spending less time in Scotland? Hit the highlights with Rick Steves Best of Scotland . About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

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Conversational French Quick and Easy - Part 1: The Most Innovative Technique to Learn the French Language. - Yatir Nitzany Cover Art

Conversational French Quick and Easy - Part 1: The Most Innovative Technique to Learn the French Language.

Conversational French Quick and Easy - Part 1: The Most Innovative Technique to Learn the French Language. by Yatir Nitzany

Have you always wanted to learn how to speak French but simply didn't have the time? Well if so, then, look no further.  You can hold in your hands "Conversational French Quick and Easy" which contains one of the most advanced and revolutionary methods that was ever designed for  quickly  becoming conversational in a language. In creating this time-saving program, master linguist Yatir Nitzany spent years examining the twenty-seven most common languages in the world and distilling from them the three hundred and fifty words that are most likely to be used in real conversations. These three hundred and fifty words were chosen in such a way that they were structurally interrelated and, when combined, form sentences. Through various other discoveries about how real conversations work--discoveries that are detailed further in this book--Nitzany created the necessary tools for linking these words together in a specific way so that you may become rapidly and almost effortlessly conversant --now. If you want to learn complicated grammar rules, or to speak perfectly proper and precise French, this book is  not  for you. However, if you need to actually hold a conversation while on a trip to France, to impress that certain someone, or to be able to speak with your grandfather or grandmother as soon as possible, then the Nitzany Method is what you have been looking for. This method is designed for fluency in a foreign language, while communicating in the present tense. Nitzany believes that what's most important is actually being able to understand and be understood by another human being right away. This is one of the several, in a series of instructional language guides, the Nitzany Method's revolutionary approach is the only one in the world that uses its unique language technology to actually enable you to speak and understand native speakers in the shortest amount of time possible. No more depending on volumes of books of fundamental, beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, all with hundreds of pages in order to learn a language. With  Conversational French Quick and Easy,  you will have all you need. Pick up your copy today and learn a new language quickly and easily.

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Toujours Provence - Peter Mayle Cover Art

Toujours Provence

Toujours Provence by Peter Mayle

NATIONAL BESTSELLER  Taking up where his beloved A Year in Provence leaves off, Peter Mayle offers us another funny, beautifully (and deliciously) evocative book about life in Provence. With tales only one who lives there could know—of finding gold coins while digging in the garden, of indulging in sumptuous feasts at truck stops—and with characters introduced with great affection and wit—the gendarme fallen from grace, the summer visitors ever trying the patience of even the most genial Provençaux, the straightforward dog "Boy"— Toujours Provence is a heart-warming portrait of a place where, if you can't quite "get away from it all," you can surely have a very good time trying.

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AMALFI COAST TRAVEL GUIDE (ITALY) 2026-2027 - Alexander Kelvin Cover Art

AMALFI COAST TRAVEL GUIDE (ITALY) 2026-2027

AMALFI COAST TRAVEL GUIDE (ITALY) 2026-2027 The Ultimate Companion to Discover Insider Tips, Best Beaches, Hidden Gems, Itineraries, and Local Cuisine for Positano, Ravello, Amalfi & Beyond by Alexander Kelvin

Experience the Amalfi Coast like never before—where dramatic cliffs meet sparkling waters, charming villages await around every curve, and unforgettable adventures are just steps away. Are you ready to wander the winding streets of Positano, feel the serenity of Ravello’s gardens, and savor authentic Italian cuisine straight from the Mediterranean coast? Do you dream of exploring hidden beaches, historic churches, and ancient ruins while avoiding tourist traps? Are you longing for a travel guide that empowers you to plan the perfect Amalfi Coast vacation with confidence and ease? The Amalfi Coast Travel Guide is your ultimate companion, offering detailed insights, practical tips, and insider secrets to make your journey extraordinary. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or returning to rediscover this iconic Italian destination, this guide provides everything you need for an unforgettable trip along the Amalfi Coast, including Amalfi, Positano, Ravello, Praiano, Maiori, Minori, Vietri sul Mare, Atrani, and Scala. Benefits of this Travel Guide: • Comprehensive town-by-town exploration including hidden gems • Detailed itineraries for 3-day, 5-day, and 7-day trips • Expert advice on the best beaches, hiking trails, and scenic viewpoints • Insider tips on local cuisine, famous pastries, and limoncello tasting • Guidance on sustainable travel and responsible tourism practices • Practical information on transportation, ferries, and navigating the coast • Seasonal travel advice to help you plan your visit at the perfect time • Sample daily budgets for budget, mid-range, and luxury travelers • Essential Italian phrases and emergency contacts for safe travel • Recommendations for accommodations from luxury hotels to boutique stays and agriturismos Discover the Amalfi Coast beyond the guidebooks with curated experiences, from the Blue Grotto in Capri to the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, and the famous Path of the Gods hike. With clear directions, travel tips, and cultural insights, this guide ensures you maximize every moment of your Italian adventure. Packed with Amalfi Coast travel tips, Amalfi Coast guidebook, Italy travel guide, Positano travel tips, Ravello gardens guide, Amalfi Coast itinerary, best beaches Amalfi Coast, hidden gems Amalfi Coast, Italian food guide, sustainable travel Amalfi Coast, this book is optimized for Apple Books and other platforms to help travelers find exactly what they need. Take the stress out of planning your Amalfi Coast trip and make every moment memorable. Don’t just dream about Italy’s most breathtaking coastline—explore it fully, plan it perfectly, and experience it like a local. Click “BUY NOW” to Get your copy of the Amalfi Coast Travel Guide today and start your journey to one of the world’s most enchanting destinations.

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Rick Steves Naples & the Amalfi Coast - Rick Steves Cover Art

Rick Steves Naples & the Amalfi Coast

Rick Steves Naples & the Amalfi Coast by Rick Steves

Explore coastal towns, enjoy fresh seafood, and soak in the charm: with Rick Steves as your guide, Naples & the Amalfi Coast are yours to discover! Inside Rick Steves Naples & the Amalfi Coast you'll find : Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more  exploring Naples and the Amalfi Coast Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from Naples' Archaeological Museum and Pompeii's Forum to cliffside strolls and relaxing beaches in Positano How to connect with culture: Explore ancient ruins, sip limoncello, and   try pizza where the dish was first created Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax  Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods, incredible museums, and historic sites Detailed maps  for exploring on the go Over 300 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information  on Naples, Procida, Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri, Paestum, and the Amalfi Coast, including Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Minori, and Maiori Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Naples & the Amalfi Coast . Planning a longer trip? Check out  Rick Steves Italy.

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Cry Of The Kalahari - Mark Owens & Delia Owens Cover Art

Cry Of The Kalahari

Cry Of The Kalahari by Mark Owens & Delia Owens

An international bestseller, this is an emotional and riveting story of the Owens’ travel and adventurous life in the Kalahari Desert.? “A remarkable story beautifully told…Among such classics as Goodall’s In the Shadow of Man and Fossey’s Gorillas in the Mist.”—Chicago Tribune   Carrying little more than a change of clothes and a pair of binoculars, two young Americans, Mark and Delia Owens, caught a plane to Africa, bought a thirdhand Land Rover, and drove deep into the Kalahari Desert. There they lived for seven years, in an unexplored area with no roads, no people, and no source of water for thousands of square miles.? In this vast wilderness the Owenses began their zoology research, working alongside animals that had never before been exposed to humans including lions, brown hyenas, jackals, and giraffes. It is also a gripping account of how they survived the dangers of living in one of the last and largest pristine areas on Earth. Travelers and animal lovers alike will be instantly captivated by their tale.

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Rick Steves Venice - Rick Steves & Gene Openshaw Cover Art

Rick Steves Venice

Rick Steves Venice by Rick Steves & Gene Openshaw

Glide along the canals and meander down cobblestone alleys as you soak up the art, history, and culture of Venice with Rick by your side. Inside Rick Steves Venice you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Venice Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from St. Mark's Basilica and the Rialto Bridge to the charming city of Padua How to connect with local culture: Say "buongiorno" to the fish mongers at the morning market, snack on chicchetti at a local wine bar, and people-watch on a sunny piazza Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a scoop of gelato Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and museums, plus a Grand Canal Cruise tour Detailed neighborhood maps and a fold-out city map for exploring on the go Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on the San Marco District, Santa Croce, Cannaregio, and more, with side trips to Padua, Vicenza, Verona, and Ravenna Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Venice . Spending less than a week in the city? Check out Rick Steves Pocket Venice !

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Rick Steves Rome, Florence & Venice - Rick Steves & Gene Openshaw Cover Art

Rick Steves Rome, Florence & Venice

Rick Steves Rome, Florence & Venice by Rick Steves & Gene Openshaw

Explore ancient ruins, sip aperitivi, and visit Renaissance masterpieces: with Rick Steves as your guide, Rome, Florence, and Venice are yours to discover! Inside Rick Steves Rome, Florence & Venice  you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more  exploring Rome, Florence, and Venice Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo to cozy corner trattorias and where to find the perfect scoop of gelato How to connect with culture:  Say "buongiorno" to the fishmongers at the morning market, savor a plate of cacio e pepe, or chat with fans about the latest soccer match Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of chianti Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods, incredible museums, and historic sites Detailed maps  for exploring on the go Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information  on the best places to visit in Rome, Florence, and Venice, including Trastevere, the Vatican, Ponte Vecchio, and St. Mark's Square, plus day trips to Ostia Antica, Siena, Pisa, Padua, Verona, and more Exploring more of Italy? Try Rick Steves Italy. Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Rome, Florence & Venice . 

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A Woman in the Polar Night - Christiane Ritter & Jane Degras Cover Art

A Woman in the Polar Night

A Woman in the Polar Night Deluxe Edition by Christiane Ritter & Jane Degras

“An epic story, elegantly told and full of mystery.” — Maggie Shipstead, author of Great Circle A rediscovered classic memoir – the mesmerizingly beautiful account of one woman's year spent living in a remote hut in the Arctic “A refreshing voice in the canon of Arctic literature. . . charms its reader with its simple candor. Readers will delight in Ritter’s frank impressions and candid remarks.  – The Wall Street Journal This rediscovered classic memoir tells the incredible tale of a woman defying society's expectations to find freedom and peace in the adventure of a lifetime. In 1934, the painter Christiane Ritter leaves her comfortable life in Austria and travels to the remote Arctic island of Spitsbergen, to spend a year there with her husband. She thinks it will be a relaxing trip, a chance to 'read thick books in the remote quiet and, not least, sleep to my heart's content', but when Christiane arrives she is shocked to realize that they are to live in a tiny ramshackle hut on the shores of a lonely fjord, hundreds of miles from the nearest settlement, battling the elements every day, just to survive. At first, Christiane is horrified by the freezing cold, the bleak landscape the lack of equipment and supplies... But as time passes, after encounters with bears and seals, long treks over the ice and months on end of perpetual night, she finds herself falling in love with the Arctic's harsh, otherworldly beauty, gaining a great sense of inner peace and a new appreciation for the sanctity of life.

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A Walking Tour of Sarasota, Florida - Doug Gelbert Cover Art

A Walking Tour of Sarasota, Florida

A Walking Tour of Sarasota, Florida by Doug Gelbert

There is no better way to see America than on foot. And there is no better way to appreciate what you are looking at than with a walking tour. Whether you are preparing for a road trip or just out to look at your own town in a new way, a downloadable walking tour is ready to explore when you are. Each walking tour describes historical and architectural landmarks and provides pictures to help out when those pesky street addresses are missing. Every tour also includes a quick primer on identifying architectural styles seen on American streets. In the early 1880s a Scottish investment group led by Sir John Gillespie purchased 60,000 acres from the Florida Land and Improvement Company, sight unseen. That must have been some sales brochure. Gillespie recruited sixty colonists, known as the Ormiston Colonists after his Scottish estate, to sail to the west coast of Florida. They arrived on Christmas Eve, 1885. What they found was land but no improvement; what Gillespie's had purchased boasted one building and a trail. The Scots did not come unprepared, however. In their party was an architect, Alex Browning, to direct any construction necessary. The Scots platted out a street grid and named all the north-south streets running parallel to the water after fruits. Then they put the land up for sale. That winter was a cold one, so cold it snowed. Most of the colonists left, they could get that back home. When no land sold in 1886 and only eight lots in 1887, the directors of the Florida Mortgage and Investment Company ordered a voluntary liquidation of their holdings. Gillespie's son, J. Hamilton, remained in Sarasota to see what could be made from his personal holdings. It was slow going. By the end of the century the families in Sarasota numbered about 15, fisherman mostly, and the streets were used primarily by cattle and swine. "Fleas," it was noted, "outranked everything in population." In 1902 Sarasota was incorporated as a town, and Gillespie was the first mayor. Municipal improvements included the paving of four miles of streets with two miles of cement sidewalks. By 1913 Sarasota was incorporated as a city as the population inched over 1,000. About that time Bertha Honore Palmer, widow of Chicago department store pioneer Potter Palmer, was lured to the area by an advertisement placed in a newspaper by A.B. Edwards, the first mayor after Sarasota became a city. Palmer declared Sarasota Bay every bit the equal of the Bay of Naples in southern Italy for beauty and raved about the sport fishing. Her comments were played up in the press and triggered the development of Sarasota as a resort destination. She purchased 90,000 acres in the area and with her sons developed an innovative cattle ranch. Another pioneering resident was Alfred Ringling, one of the five Wisconsin brothers who established the famous Ringling Brothers Circus. The families of siblings Charles and John followed and not only were the Ringlings major players in the physical development of the city but they carried the Sarasota name around the world when they established the circus winter quarters here in 1919. Our walking tour of Sarasota will begin in the historic center of town where just over 100 years ago John Hamilton Gillespie stood watching the cows and pigs and wondered if anyone was ever going to come...

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I Would Walk Five Hundred Miles - Sean Dietrich & Jamie Dietrich Cover Art

I Would Walk Five Hundred Miles

I Would Walk Five Hundred Miles by Sean Dietrich & Jamie Dietrich

When Sean Dietrich-known to millions as "Sean of the South"-and his wife, Jamie, set out to walk the Camino de Santiago, they weren't just looking for a hike. They were looking for a way to carry their lives across five hundred miles of Spanish mud, ancient stone, and the kind of exhaustion that strips a soul down to its genuine marrow. Combining grit, humor, ancient wisdom, and quiet wonder into an inspiring tale of endurance, I Would Walk Five Hundred Miles is a modern chronicle of the human spirit. This story, dazzling in its raw simplicity and heartfelt depth, follows a man and his wife as they leave the comforts of home to traverse the legendary Camino de Santiago-an 800-kilometer pilgrimage across the rugged face of Spain. What begins as a grueling physical challenge soon transforms into a profound journey of spiritual self-discovery. Along the way, they encounter a "kitchen drawer" of fellow seekers who share the snoring symphonies of crowded albergues and the sacred silence of the open road. As the miles strip away the noise of the modern world, the search for a destination becomes a revelation: a memoir of learning that you have always been enough. Lush, evocative, and deeply humane, this story is an eternal testament to the transforming power of persistence. It is a reminder that the greatest treasures are rarely found at the end of the map, but in the soul that finally realizes it already has everything it needs to find everything that matters.

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Tallinn & Helsinki Travel Guide - Nicole Wright Cover Art

Tallinn & Helsinki Travel Guide

Tallinn & Helsinki Travel Guide Attractions, Eating, Drinking, Shopping & Places To Stay by Nicole Wright

Tallinn is the capital of Estonia and the oldest capital city in northern Europe. Estonia is one of the smallest countries in Europe and Tallinn’s well-preserved buildings and Old World feel delight its visitors. The city is the financial, business and technology hub of the Baltic region and The New York Times has called the city the “Silicon Valley on the Baltic Sea.” Helsinki is Finland’s capital located on the Gulf of Finland in the country’s south. This Scandanavian city is surrounded by water on three sides and has thousands of tiny islands, inlets and skerries. Helsinki is a modern city known for its high quality architectural design. The city can be explored on foot or by taking a few short tram journeys.

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Trieste And Meaning Of Nowhere - Jan Morris Cover Art

Trieste And Meaning Of Nowhere

Trieste And Meaning Of Nowhere by Jan Morris

A book for lovers of all things Italian -- an homage to the city of Trieste . This history-drenched city on the Adriatic has always tantalized Jan Morris with its moodiness and changeability. After visiting Trieste for more than half a century, she has come to see it as a touchstone for her interests and preoccupations: cities, seas, empires. It has even come to reflect her own life in its loves, disillusionments, and memories. Her meditation on Trieste is characteristically layered with history and glows with stories of famous visitors from James Joyce to Sigmund Freud. A lyrical travelogue, Trieste and the Meaning of Nowhere is also superb cultural history and the culmination of a singular career -- "an elegant and bittersweet farewell" ( Boston Globe ).

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Footloose In the Himalaya - Bill Aitken Cover Art

Footloose In the Himalaya

Footloose In the Himalaya by Bill Aitken

Away from over-used tourist trails and trekking routes, Bill Aitken wanders through the Himalaya. His inclination is to enter disused colonial dak bungalows and ruined temples, meander in wild glades above the treeline carpeted with wild flowers, filling his water bottle from mountain springs and waterfalls. Having left his native Scotland in his twenties to circumnavigate the world, Aitken reached the Himalaya and stopped, enraptured. He began wandering through these mountains then, and has only stopped on and off in the last forty years to do more mundane things—like travelling the Deccan on his motorbike or chasing the last steam locomotive in India. His journeys in the mountains have ranged from Arunachal to Kashmir, from the icy heights of Zanskar and the Nanda Devi to the small towns of Mussoorie and Ranikhet. For Aitken, travel in the Himalaya is as much about the spirit as about landscapes, leeches, and aching knees. This sets him on a lively trail of holy men, both saintly and fraudulent, across all the pilgrim centres of the Himalaya. He travels in bulging buses to Rishikesh and Badrinath, Kedarnath and Gangotri. He seeks out tiny disused temples to little-known deities like Anasuiya, and discovers a village with temples dedicated to Duryodhana. He spends seven ascetic years in an ashram at Mirtola. All along he gropes for an answer to the question: what power does the Himalaya possess that has drawn generations of seekers to it? If anything distinguishes Aitken from the regular travel writer, it is his inspired craziness. With his wide-ranging, sometimes eccentric, interests, this book is replete with literature, geology, philosophy, and folklore. There are detours into hill gossip, stories of local ghosts, accounts of local customs, and exasperated asides about political ineptitude. Bill Aitken’s intimate knowledge of the Himalaya, absorbed through a lifetime, makes this more a native’s account than a traveller’s.

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Experience New York City 2 - John Garry Cover Art

Experience New York City 2

Experience New York City 2 by John Garry

Lonely Planet's Experience New York City is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Marvel at the many views of the city, explore the High Line and walk through Harlem's literary history - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover New York's best experiences and get away from the everyday! Inside Lonely Planet's Experience New York City: Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip Inspiring full-color travel photography and maps throughout Pull-out New York City map(included in print version) Highlights and neighborhood trip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - history of Broadway, New York fashion, Chinatown food scene, shopping hot spots Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights Day trips for easy escapes from the city Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the subway, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel Covers Brooklyn, Central Park, Chelsea, Chinatown, East Village, Financial District, Greenwich Village, Harlem, Little Italy, Lower East Side, Midtown, Queens, SoHo, Tribeca, Upper East Side, Upper West Side eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in on maps and images The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience New York City, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on New York's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip. Visiting New York for more than a couple of weeks? Lonely Planet's New York City is our most comprehensive guide that covers all the city has to offer. Or for a quick trip, Pocket New York City is a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss experiences. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

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Canned Coffee and Kimonos

Canned Coffee and Kimonos by Tom Fitzmaurice

Canned coffee and Kimonos is Tom Fitzmaurice’s memoir of the four years he spent living and teaching in Tokyo, the biggest city on Earth. A young man from England’s rural West Country, he was thrust into a new world for which he was completely unprepared and which he found utterly bewildering. Tom gives an insight into the life of an English teacher in this most fascinating of countries and how he found his feet teaching students aged two to ninety-one. From sitting in a robot restaurant watching a giant metal triceratops firing multicoloured laser beams, to the quietude of secluded and ancient mountain-top shrines on remote Japanese islands, this is a story of coming of age in a beguiling metropolis, of culture shock, faux pas, joy, hilarity, horror and the steepest of learning curves. Earthquakes, hedgehog cafes, bathing with the yakuza, love hotels, typhoons, geisha, nuclear fallout, fascists, festivals, temples, bullet trains, karaoke, samurai swords, sushi and sumo. This memoir has it all.

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Rick Steves France

Rick Steves France by Rick Steves & Steve Smith

Wander the lavender fields of Provence, bite into a perfect croissant, and climb the steps of the Eiffel Tower with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves France you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip to France Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the Louvre and the Palace of Versailles to neighborhood cafés and delicate macarons How to connect with local culture: Stroll through open-air markets in Paris, bike through rustic villages, and taste wines in Burgundy and Bordeaux Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of vin rouge Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Vital trip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to place Detailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the go Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Coverage of Paris, Chartres, Giverny, Normandy, Mont St-Michel, Brittany, the Loire, Dordogne, Languedoc-Roussillon, Provence, the French Riviera, Nice, Monaco, the French Alps, Burgundy, Lyon, Alsace, Reims, Verdun, and much more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves France . Planning a one-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of France .

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Turn Left at the Sphinx

Turn Left at the Sphinx What Ancient Places Knew About Me Before I Arrived by Sylvia Warren

There is a particular kind of travel book ⏤ rare enough that most readers have never encountered one ⏤ in which the journey inward and the journey outward are the same trip. Turn Left at the Sphinx is that book. Sylvia Warren does not travel to collect stamps in a passport or photographs for an Instagram feed. She travels the way a tuning fork travels through air ⏤ waiting for a frequency that will make her vibrate. And in sixty-three countries over several decades, she has found it again and again. What makes Sylvia’s stories compelling is not that they ask you to believe them. They don't. She never argues for her experiences or tries to recruit the reader into her worldview. She simply shares with natural precision what happened to her in 11 different countries that whispered her name. These stories accumulate into something that feels less like a travel memoir and more like ancestral reconnaissance. Each continent already knew she was coming. She is simply catching up. 

By refusing to sensationalize her experiences, they make the impossible feel, not just plausible, but intimate. What makes this book different from most spiritual travel writing is that it doesn't give you someone else's transformation to admire. It uses someone else's transformation to make you permeable to your own. Journey with Travel Shaman Sylvia Warren into ancient and timeless realms on 5 continents⏤where Receptivity & Attunement, Ancestral & Past-Life Continuity, Recognition & Homecoming await your arrival.

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Endurance

Endurance Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing

The astonishing saga of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton's survival for over a year on the ice-bound Antarctic seas, as Time magazine put it, "defined heroism." Alfred Lansing's scrupulously researched and brilliantly narrated book -- with over 200,000 copies sold -- has long been acknowledged as the definitive account of the Endurance's fateful trip. To write their authoritative story, Lansing consulted with ten of the surviving members and gained access to diaries and personal accounts by eight others. The resulting book has all the immediacy of a first-hand account, expanded with maps and illustrations especially for this edition.

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Rick Steves Great Britain

Rick Steves Great Britain by Rick Steves

From the craggy beauty of the Scottish Highlands to cosmopolitan London, Great Britain is yours to discover with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Great Britain you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for exploring England, Wales, and Scotland Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from Stonehenge and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre to whisky distilleries and corner pubs How to connect with culture: Try haggis or a Scotch pie, catch a show in SoHo, or chat with locals in a cozy Welsh tavern Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a pint Self-guided walking tours of charming villages, historic sites, and museums Detailed maps throughout, plus a handy fold-out map for exploring on-the-go Useful resources including a packing list, a historical overview, and recommended reading Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on London, Windsor, Cambridge, Bath, Glastonbury, Wells, Avebury, Stonehenge, Salisbury, South Wales, the Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon, Ironbridge Gorge, Liverpool, the Lake District, York, Durham and Northeast England, Conwy, Caernarfon, Snowdonia National Park, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, St. Andrews, Oban and the Inner Hebrides, Glencoe and Fort William, Inverness, Loch Ness, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Great Britain .

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DK Japan

DK Japan by DK Travel

Your essential Japan travel guide, from the experts at DK Travel Ancient temples, futuristic cities, cherry blossom trees: Japan makes for an unforgettable trip. If you want to see the very best of Japan (plus a few surprises), DK’s Japan travel guide is the one for you. Every page is designed to inspire you and make planning easy, with travel ideas, easy-to-follow itineraries, and detailed area-by-area chapters so you can experience Japan your way, whatever you’re into. Inside this updated Japan guide book, you’ll find: - our expert picks of Japan's must-see sights and top experiences - photography and illustrations that put you inside the country’s hot spots - clear, dependable maps and easy-to-follow tours - inspiring itineraries to match your time, interests, and pace - cultural insights that bring Japan's history and traditions to life - tips on the best places to eat, drink, shop, and stay - detailed area-by-area chapters , covering all parts of Japan - practical advice : get ready, get around, and stay safe Spending more time in Tokyo? Try DK Tokyo travel guide or Top 10 Tokyo.

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DK Rome

DK Rome by DK Travel

Make your trip to Rome extraordinary A tour through ancient society at the Roman Forum. People watching in lively Piazza Navona. Admiring masterpieces at Galleria Borghese. Rome offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion. Our updated guide brings Rome to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the city’s buildings and neighbourhoods. You'll discover: - our pick of Rome's must-sees and top experiences - beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Rome - the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay - detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy - easy-to-follow itineraries - expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe - colour-coded chapters to each part of Rome - a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go Want the best of Rome in your pocket? Try Top 10 Rome.

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Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary with audio

Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary with audio by Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: The world’s #1 phrasebook publisher* Lonely Planet Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Japanese phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Get to know your sushi from your sake, enjoy an elaborate tea ceremony with its centuries’-old conventions, and find your way using elaborate transit maps; all with your trusted travel companion. With language tools in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of wherever you go, so begin your journey now! Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every Travel Situation!   Feel at ease with essential tips on culture, manners, idioms and multiple meanings  Order with confidence, explain food allergies, and try new foods with the menu decoder  Save time and hassles with vital phrases at your fingertips Never get stuck for words with the 3500-word two-way, quick-reference dictionary Be prepared for both common and emergency travel situations with practical phrases and terminology Meet friends with conversation starter phrases Get your message across with easy-to-use pronunciation guides Inside Lonely Planet Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary : Full-colour throughout User-friendly layout organised by travel scenario categories Survival phrases inside front cover for at-a-glance on-the-fly cues Convenient features 5 Phrases to Learn Before You Go 10 Ways to Start a Sentence 10 Phrases to Sound like a Local Listen For - phrases you may hear  Look For - phrases you may see on signs Shortcuts - easy-to-remember alternatives to the full phrases  Q&A - suggested answers to questions asked  Covers Basics - time, dates, numbers, amounts, pronunciation, reading tips, grammar rules Practical - travel with kids, disabled travellers, sightseeing, business, banking, post office, internet, phones, repairs, bargaining, accommodations, directions, border crossing, transport  Social - meeting people, interests, feelings, opinions, going out, romance, culture, activities, weather  Safe Travel - emergencies, police, doctor, chemist, dentist, symptoms, conditions Food - ordering, at the market, at the bar, dishes, ingredients The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary, a pocket-sized comprehensive language guide, provides on-the-go language assistance; great for language students and travellers looking to interact with locals and immerse themselves in local culture. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet is the world’s leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, and has been connecting travellers and locals for over 25 years with phrasebooks for 120 languages, more than any other publisher! With an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community, Lonely Planet enables curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves. The world awaits! Check out our Fast Talk Phrasebook mobile app for on-the-go language needs. (Available languages: German, Latin Spanish, European Spanish, French, and Italian.) *#1 phrasebook publisher. Source: Nielsen Bookscan UK, US & AUS 

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Rick Steves Barcelona

Rick Steves Barcelona by Rick Steves

Ramble down Las Ramblas, relax on Mediterranean beaches, and marvel at the sweeping curves of Gaudí's architecture with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Barcelona you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Barcelona Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from Gaudí's mind-bending Sagrada Família and the colorful Picasso museum to cozy bars with vermouth on tap How to connect with local culture: Join hands with locals in a traditional sardana dance, chat with fans about the latest fútbol match, or meander down winding streets in search of the best tapas Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of cava Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods, museums, and historic sites Detailed neighborhood maps and a fold-out city map for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, Spanish and Catalan phrase books, a historical overview, and recommended reading Over 300 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on Las Ramblas, Barri Gòtic, El Born, Eixample, Montjuïc, and more, as well as day trips to Montserrat, Figueres, Cadaqués, and Sitges Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Barcelona . Spending just a few days in the city? Try Rick Steves Pocket Barcelona .

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Rick Steves Paris

Rick Steves Paris by Rick Steves, Steve Smith & Gene Openshaw

From the top of the Eiffel Tower to the ancient catacombs below the city, explore Paris at every level with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Paris you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more  exploring Paris Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the Louvre and the Palace of Versailles to where to find the perfect croissant How to connect with culture: Stroll down Rue Cler for fresh, local goods to build the ultimate French picnic, marvel at the works of Degas and Monet, and sip café au lait at a streetside café Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of vin rouge Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums and churches Detailed maps  for exploring on the go Over 700 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information  on the best arrondissements in Paris, including Champs-Elysées, the Marais, Montmartre, and more, plus day trips to Versailles, Chartres, Giverny, and Auvers-sur-Oise Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Paris . Spending just a few days in the city? Try Rick Steves Pocket Paris .

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A Walk in the Park

A Walk in the Park The True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon by Kevin Fedarko

* Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award in Outdoor Literature * Winner of the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction * Named a Best Book of the Year by The New York Times , Air Mail , Smithsonian Magazine , and Financial Times “A triumph. Fedarko doesn’t describe awe; he induces it.” — The New York Times Book Review “Passionate…memorable…life-affirming.” — The Wall Street Journal This New York Times bestseller from the author of The Emerald Mile is a rollicking and poignant account of an epic 750-mile odyssey, on foot, through the heart of the Grand Canyon. Two friends, zero preparation, one dream. A few years after quitting his job to pursue an ill-advised dream of becoming a whitewater guide on the Colorado River, Kevin Fedarko was approached by his best friend, National Geographic photographer Pete McBride, with a vision as bold as it was harebrained. Together, they would embark on an end-to-end traverse of the Grand Canyon—a journey that, McBride promised, would be “a walk in the park.” Against his better judgment, Fedarko agreed, unaware that the small cluster of experts who had actually completed the crossing billed it as “the toughest hike in the world.” The ensuing ordeal, which lasted more than a year, revealed a place that was deeper, richer, and far more complex than anything the two men had imagined—and came within a hair’s breadth of killing them both. They struggled to make their way through the all-but impenetrable reaches of the canyon’s truest wilderness, a vertical labyrinth of thousand-foot cliffs and crumbling ledges where water is measured out by the teaspoon and every step is fraught with peril—and where, even today, there is still no trail spanning the length of the country’s best-known and most iconic landmark. Along the way, veteran long-distance hikers ushered them into secret pockets of enchantment, invisible to the millions of tourists gathered on the rim, that only a handful of humans have ever seen. Members of the canyon’s eleven Native American tribes brought them face-to-face with layers of history that forced them to reconsider myths at the very center of our national parks—and exposed them to the threats of commercial tourism. Even Fedarko’s dying father, who had first pointed him toward the chasm more than forty years earlier but had never set foot there himself, opened him to a new way of seeing the landscape. And always, there was the great gorge itself: austere and unforgiving, yet suffused with magic, drenched in wonder, and redeemed by its own transcendent beauty. A singular portrait of a sublime place, A Walk in the Park is a deeply moving plea for the preservation of America’s greatest natural treasure.

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Travels with Charley: In Search of America

Travels with Charley: In Search of America by John Steinbeck

Travels with Charley: In Search of America by John Steinbeck is a captivating travel memoir that follows the author’s journey across the United States with his loyal poodle, Charley. Exploring small towns, vast landscapes, and the diverse spirit of America, Steinbeck reflects on the nation's people, culture, and identity. A timeless classic blending adventure, observation, and deep introspection, this book remains one of Steinbeck’s most beloved works.

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Dispatches from Pluto

Dispatches from Pluto Lost and Found in the Mississippi Delta by Richard Grant

In Dispatches from Pluto , adventure writer Richard Grant takes on “the most American place on Earth”—the enigmatic, beautiful, often derided Mississippi Delta. Richard Grant and his girlfriend were living in a shoebox apartment in New York City when they decided on a whim to buy an old plantation house in the Mississippi Delta. Dispatches from Pluto —winner of the Pat Conroy Southern Book Prize—is their journey of discovery into this strange and wonderful American place. Imagine A Year In Provence with alligators and assassins, or Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil with hunting scenes and swamp-to-table dining. On a remote, isolated strip of land, three miles beyond the tiny community of Pluto, Richard and his girlfriend, Mariah, embark on a new life. They learn to hunt, grow their own food, and fend off alligators, snakes, and varmints galore. They befriend an array of unforgettable local characters—blues legend T-Model Ford, cookbook maven Martha Foose, catfish farmers, eccentric millionaires, and the actor Morgan Freeman. Grant brings an adept, empathetic eye to the fascinating people he meets, capturing the rich, extraordinary culture of the Delta, while tracking its utterly bizarre and criminal extremes. Reporting from all angles as only an outsider can, Grant also delves deeply into the Delta’s lingering racial tensions. He finds that de facto segregation continues. Yet even as he observes major structural problems, he encounters many close, loving, and interdependent relationships between black and white families—and good reasons for hope. Dispatches from Pluto is a book as unique as the Delta itself. It’s lively, entertaining, and funny, containing a travel writer’s flair for in-depth reporting alongside insightful reflections on poverty, community, and race. It’s also a love story, as the nomadic Grant learns to settle down. He falls not just for his girlfriend but for the beguiling place they now call home. Mississippi, Grant concludes, is the best-kept secret in America.

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Baghdad without a Map and Other Misadventures in Arabia

Baghdad without a Map and Other Misadventures in Arabia by Tony Horwitz

“A very funny and frequently insightful look at the world’s most combustible region.”— The New York Times Book Review NATIONAL BESTSELLER Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Tony Horwitz's 1991 classic account of his travels across the Middle East and through the Arabian Peninsula, now in eBook for the first time With razor-sharp wit and insight, intrepid journalist Tony Horwitz gets beyond solemn newspaper headlines and romantic myths of the 1990s, to offer startling, honest close-ups of the Middle East. His quest for hot stories takes him from the tribal wilds of Yemen to the shell-pocked shores of Lebanon; from the sands of the Sudan to the souks of Saddam Hussein's Iraq. Careering through fourteen countries, including the Sudan, Iraq, Israel, and Afghanistan, Horwitz travels light, packing a keen eye, a wicked sense of humor, and chutzpah in overwhelming measure. This wild and comic tale of misadventure reports on a fascinating world in which the ancient and the modern collide.

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The Blue Book

The Blue Book A Must-See, Can't-Miss, Won't-Forget Guide to Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand

NATIONAL BESTSELLER Where to swim, shop, eat, and escape in Nantucket, as only the #1  New York Times  bestselling “Queen of the Beach Read” Elin Hilderbrand knows – the perfect insider’s guide, just in time for summer Half the fun of an Elin Hilderbrand Nantucket novel is her attention to local detail: the beaches, restaurants, shops, and scenic destinations are as memorable as her plots and characters. For years Elin’s fans have made pilgrimages to the places they know from her books, and for years they’ve asked for a single guidebook to “Elin’s Nantucket.” The wait is over: in The Blue Book, the Queen of the Beach Read – and dare we say the Queen of Nantucket – offers readers practical, fun, insider tips: from drive-on beaches to late-night dance bars; from romantic getaways to family outings; from where to find the best oysters to where to buy the best beach towel. Interspersed with scenes from Elin’s novels set at the locations she recommends, with charming watercolor illustrations throughout, The Blue Book lets readers plan the perfect getaway – and live like the characters in an Elin Hilderbrand novel.

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A Course Called Ireland

A Course Called Ireland A Long Walk in Search of a Country, a Pint, and the Next Tee by Tom Coyne

An epic Celtic sojourn in search of ancestors, nostalgia, and the world?s greatest round of golf In his thirties, married, and staring down impending fatherhood, Tom Coyne was well familiar with the last refuge of the adult male: the golfing trip. Intent on designing a golf trip to end all others, Coyne looked to Ireland, the place where his father had taught him to love the game years before. As he studied a map of the island and plotted his itinerary, it dawned on Coyne that Ireland was ringed with golf holes. The country began to look like one giant round of golf, so Coyne packed up his clubs and set off to play all of it. And since Irish golfers didn?t take golf carts, neither would he. He would walk the entire way. A Course Called Ireland is the story of a walking- averse golfer who treks his way around an entire country, spending sixteen weeks playing every seaside hole in Ireland and often battling through all four seasons in one Irish afternoon. Coyne plays everything from the top-ranked links in the world to nine-hole courses crowded with livestock. Along the way, he searches out his family?s roots, discovers that a once-poor country has been transformed by an economic boom, and finds that the only thing tougher to escape than Irish sand traps are Irish pubs. By turns hilarious and poetic, A Course Called Ireland is a magnificent tour of a vibrant land and a paean to the world?s greatest game.

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Peru 11

Peru 11 by Lonely Planet

Lonely Planetís Peru is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, hike to the dramatic peaks of the Cordillera Blanca, and traverse three climatic zones in the Amazonian Parque Nacional Manu; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Peru and begin your journey now!

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Rick Steves Italy

Rick Steves Italy by Rick Steves

From the Mediterranean to the Alps, from fine art to fresh pasta, experience it all with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Italy you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip to Italy Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the Colosseum and Michelangelo's David to corner trattorias and that perfect scoop of gelato How to connect with local culture: Walk in Caesar's footsteps through the ruins of the Forum, discover the relaxed rhythms of sunny Cinque Terre, or chat with fans about the latest soccer match (calcio, to locals) Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and experience la dolce vita Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and museums Vital trip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to place Detailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the go Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Coverage of Venice, the Dolomites, Lake Country, Milan, the Cinque Terre, the Italian Riviera, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Siena, Tuscany, Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, and much more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Italy . Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of Italy .

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The Year of Living Danishly

The Year of Living Danishly Uncovering the Secrets of the World's Happiest Country by Helen Russell

* NOW WITH A NEW CHAPTER * 'A hugely enjoyable romp through the pleasures and pitfalls of setting up home in a foreign land.'- Guardian Given the opportunity of a new life in rural Jutland, Helen Russell discovered a startling statistic: Denmark, land of long dark winters, cured herring, Lego and pastries, was the happiest place on earth. Keen to know their secrets, Helen gave herself a year to uncover the formula for Danish happiness. From childcare, education, food and interior design to SAD and taxes, The Year of Living Danishly records a funny, poignant journey, showing us what the Danes get right, what they get wrong, and how we might all live a little more Danishly ourselves. In this new edition, six years on Helen reveals how her life and family have changed, and explores how Denmark, too – or her understanding of it – has shifted. It's a messy and flawed place, she concludes – but can still be a model for a better way of living.

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Coming into the Country

Coming into the Country by John McPhee

Coming into the Country is an unforgettable account of Alaska and Alaskans. It is a rich tapestry of vivid characters, observed landscapes, and descriptive narrative, in three principal segments that deal, respectively, with a total wilderness, with urban Alaska, and with life in the remoteness of the bush. Readers of McPhee's earlier books will not be unprepared for his surprising shifts of scene and ordering of events, brilliantly combined into an organic whole. In the course of this volume we are made acquainted with the lore and techniques of placer mining, the habits and legends of the barren-ground grizzly, the outlook of a young Athapaskan chief, and tales of the fortitude of settlers—ordinary people compelled by extraordinary dreams. Coming into the Country unites a vast region of America with one of America's notable literary craftsmen, singularly qualified to do justice to the scale and grandeur of the design.

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Frommer's New Zealand

Frommer's New Zealand by Jessica Lockhart

Frommer’s books aren’t written by committee, or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. We use seasoned, locally-based journalists like Jessica Lockhart. She has checked out all of the country's best hotels and restaurants in person, and offer authoritative, candid reviews that will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget, whether you’re a backpacker or on a splashy honeymoon. Most importantly, she is not shy about telling you what you should see…and what you can skip without regret. This light, portable book includes a fold-out map, plus detailed maps throughout, with exact pricing, opening hours, and other important details that will make your trip smoother and less hectic. It features smartly conceived itineraries for travelers of all types, with fastidiously researched information on all of the outdoor adventures New Zealand offers. From bungee jumping to spectacular hiking, plus the most responsible outfitters to use for these activities, this book has it all, from budget to luxury and everything in between.

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A Pilgrim's Guide to the Camino de Santiago (Camino Francés)

A Pilgrim's Guide to the Camino de Santiago (Camino Francés) St. Jean Pied de Port • Santiago de Compostela by John Brierley

2026 edition Now updated to include newer maps and photos, this comprehensive guidebook to the Camino de Santiago and its offshoots contains all the information needed by modern-day pilgrims wishing to walk the sacred Way of St. James. Overview route planners plus daily stage maps and detailed town plans help sojourners with all the advance preparation they need. The maps feature contour guides to help distinguish the terrain that will be crossed each day, while full information on all pilgrim hostels, as well as details for alternative accommodation, allow travelers to plot adequate nightly stopping points. All reference information is accompanied by helpful spiritual guidelines to support the seeker's inner journey as well as the outer pilgrimage. Otherwise known as the Camino Francés, the main route covered in this volume is the most popular sacred route through Spain, from St. Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago.

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Spain 15

Spain 15 by Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Spain. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from strolling Barcelona's maze of medieval alleys in the Barri Gòtic to watching an evening flamenco show in the Sacromonte caves of Granada, and winery-hopping around La Rioja. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Spain travel guide: Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Spain and connect experiences together with ease Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions Get fresh takes on must-visit sights and unravel the imaginations of Salvador Dalí at the Teatre-Museu Dalí; dance the night away at Seville's Feria de Abril fiesta; and experience the Unesco-listed Ciudad Monumental in Cáceres Special features on the local food scene and outdoor adventure Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with Spanish culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Spain Covers Madrid, Castilla y León, Toledo & Castilla-La Mancha, Barcelona, Catalonia & the Costa Brava, Aragón, Basque Country, Navarra & La Rioja, Cantabria & Asturias, Santiago de Compostela & Galicia, Extremadura, Seville & Andalucía's Hill Towns, Granada & South Coast Andalucía, Balearic Islands, Valencia & Murcia eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations’ websites Zoom-in on maps and images Create a trip that’s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Spain.

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The Outlaw Ocean

The Outlaw Ocean Journeys Across the Last Untamed Frontier by Ian Urbina

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A riveting, adrenaline-fueled tour of a vast, lawless, and rampantly criminal world that few have ever seen: the high seas. There are few remaining frontiers on our planet. But perhaps the wildest, and least understood, are the world's oceans: too big to police, and under no clear international authority, these immense regions of treacherous water play host to rampant criminality and exploitation. Traffickers and smugglers, pirates and mercenaries, wreck thieves and repo men, vigilante conservationists and elusive poachers, seabound abortion providers, clandestine oil-dumpers, shackled slaves and cast-adrift stowaways—drawing on five years of perilous and intrepid reporting, often hundreds of miles from shore, Ian Urbina introduces us to the inhabitants of this hidden world. Through their stories of astonishing courage and brutality, survival and tragedy, he uncovers a globe-spanning network of crime and exploitation that emanates from the fishing, oil, and shipping industries, and on which the world's economies rely. Both a gripping adventure story and a stunning exposé, this unique work of reportage brings fully into view for the first time the disturbing reality of a floating world that connects us all, a place where anyone can do anything because no one is watching.

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The Safari Companion

The Safari Companion A Guide to Watching African Mammals Including Hoofed Mammals, Carnivores, and Primates by Richard D. Estes & Daniel Otte

The best field guide to observing and understanding the behavior of African mammals and an indispensable tool for naturalists traveling to Africa! The Second Edition has been fully revised and includes a new preface. The Safari Companion enables readers to recognize and interpret visible behavioral activities, such as courtship rituals, territorial marking, aggression, and care of young. Each account of over 80 species includes a behavioral table in which the unique actions of the hoofed mammals, carnivores, and primates are described for easy reference. Other features include: Expert IllustrationsUseful maps showing major national boundaries, vegetation zones, and game parksAn extensive glossaryTips on wildlife photographyA list of organizations working to protect African wildlife “The best behavioral field guide ever.”—Sy Montgomery, author of Tamed and Untamed “The book is more than a field guide; it is a valuable tool for conservation.”—Kathryn S. Fuller, President, World Wildlife Fund (U.S.A.)

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Blue Latitudes

Blue Latitudes Boldly Going Where Captain Cook Has Gone Before by Tony Horwitz

New York Times Bestseller: A Pulitzer Prize–winning author retraces the voyages of Captain James Cook: "Alternately hilarious, poignant, and insightful." — Seattle Times Captain James Cook's three epic journeys in the eighteenth century were the last great voyages of discovery. His ships sailed 150,000 miles, from the Arctic to the Antarctic, from Tasmania to Oregon, from Easter Island to Siberia. When Cook set off for the Pacific in 1768, a third of the globe remained blank. By the time he died in Hawaii in 1779, the map of the world was substantially complete. Tony Horwitz, author of Confederates in the Attic , vividly recounts Cook's voyages and the exotic scenes the captain encountered: tropical orgies, taboo rituals, cannibal feasts, human sacrifice. He also relives Cook's adventures by following in his wake to places such as Tahiti, Savage Island, and the Great Barrier Reef to discover Cook's embattled legacy in the present day. Signing on as a working crewman aboard a replica of Cook's vessel, Horwitz experiences the thrill and terror of sailing a tall ship. He also explores Cook the man: an impoverished farm boy who broke through the barriers of his class and time to become the greatest navigator in British history, whose voyages helped create the "global village" we know today. "With healthy doses of both humor and provocative information, the book will please fans of history, exploration, travelogues and, of course, top-notch storytelling." — Publishers Weekly "Horwitz retells the sailor's story and tries to re-create first contact from the point of view of the locals—Tahitians, Maoris, Aleuts, Hawaiians, and others—and judge the legacy of his landing . . . thought-provoking . . . brims with insight." — Booklist "A rollicking read that is also a sneaky work of scholarship . . . new and unexpected insights into the man who out-discovered Columbus. A terrific book." —Nathaniel Philbrick, National Book Award winner and New York Times –bestselling author of In the Heart of the Sea "Well-researched, gripping, and peppered with humorous passages." — St. Louis Post-Dispatch "Part Cook biography, part travelogue, and very much a stroke of genius." — Philadelphia Inquirer

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DK Umbria

DK Umbria by DK Travel

Enchanting hill towns. Wildlife-filled national parks. Ancient Roman ruins. There are countless reasons to visit Umbria. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK Eyewitness travel guide is the perfect companion. With a brand-new design, beautiful new photography, and inspirational content, this fully updated guide brings Umbria to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide. You'll find trusted travel advice, expert-led insights, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the region's buildings and neighborhoods. You'll discover: Our pick of Umbria's must-sees and top experiences Beautiful photography and detailed illustrations , taking you to the heart of UmbriaThe best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay Detailed maps and walks that make navigating the region easyEasy-to-follow itineraries Expert advice : get ready, get around and stay safe Color-coded chapters to each part of Umbria A lightweight format , so you can take it with you wherever you go DK Eyewitness's highly visual guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your trip. Want to explore more of Italy? Try DK Eyewitness Italy.

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