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Terra Incognita : Travels in Antarctica
- by Sara Wheeler
- The polar regions were among the last truly unexplored areas of the world--and arguably the least hospitable. And yet, there is something about Antarctica that beckons people; eighty years after Shackleton's voyage, Sara Wheeler answered the call |
The Rough Guide Mexico 4th Edition
- by Rough Guides
- Release Dec. 1998
- This classic guide to "all things Mexican" is detailed and entertaining, whether travelers are in search of pre-Columbian sites, exploring the rainforest, or looking to survive a spell in Mexico City. 57 maps. of color photos |
Eyewitness Travel Guides: Italy
- Filled with pictures and perspective, this is by far the best travel guide I have seen on Italy. It shows you what is out there, provides detailed maps on how to see it, I feel like I have a personal tour guide. Not only is the Italy guide great, the Rome, Naples, Florence and Tuscany, and Venice guides are equally valuable and well done |
Avant-Guide New York City
- Avant-Guide's New York City is a witty, sometimes gritty, and always entertaining and informative guide that chomps into the core of what the Big Apple is all about. With a street-smart hipster's attitude, New York City covers attractions in each of New York City's five boroughs, as well as Manhattan's particular neighborhoods, focusing on the personalities that define them |
Circling the Sacred Mountain : A Spiritual Adventure through the Himalayas
- To Tibetan Buddhists, Mount Kailash is the most magical place on earth. They take us deep into Chinese-occupied Tibet to visit sites few Westerners have ever seen: sacred graveyards, meditation caves of ancient masters, and majestic monasteries |
From the Holy Mountain : A Journey Among the Christians of the Middle East
- Not only does William Dalrymple give his reader a profound history of the region and a fabulous travel book but he provides a chance to examine the human social condition at the extreme edge. A must for any student of society. |
Culture Shock! Japan : Japan
- by Rex Shelley
- Whether for a long-term stay or a lazy weekend, Culture Shock! Japan provides a fun-filled crash-course on etiquette do's and don'ts. The book educates readers through topics such as the language, food and entertaining, social customs, festivals, relationships, and helpful business tips, as well as sights and scenes. |
Hong Kong Handbook : Including MacAu & Guangzhou
- With incisive analyses of Hong Kong's changing shoreline, highway to China, and new airport, this insider's guide helps visitors on any
budget explore the many faces of one of the world's great cities. Features include information on shopping, accommodations, restaurants, and more, plus a Cantonese phrasebook.
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