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  • - Let Us Take You Somewhere You've Never Been Before, and Introduce You to Our Friends
     
    1 116,-

    Which would you rather have dreams, or memories? Not since the classic 1,000 Places to See Before You Die has there been such a call to adventure. Whether you're an armchair traveler, an occasional tourist, a seasoned globe-trotter, a daring adventurer, or an intrepid explorer, there's something for everyone in Looking for Legends. Part travelogue and part good old-fashioned action story, Looking for Legends provides witty commentary as Scott and Tarantino recreate the magic and excitement of adventure. These married travelers spanned the globe over a period of 25 years and discovered that travel is more than anticipating the journey, the mechanics of reaching the destination, or even the sights they encountered. It's about the people. Within these pages are the incredible individuals they befriended with along the way-the towering legends who lived life out loud. Complete with original, hand-drawn maps and more than 150 images, Looking for Legends delivers you to destinations from your wildest dreams. Walk through the desert sands with T.E. Lawrence. Dance the tango with Ricardo Guiraldes. Drink ouzo on Stavros Beach with Zorba the Greek. Discover a mountain higher than Everest with Edward Whymper. Unlock the secrets of the Rosetta Stone with Jean-François Champollion. Explore Greenland with Knud Rasmussen. Conquer the Seven Summits with Reinhold Messner. Flee a crumbling regime with Pablo Neruda. Survive Communism thanks to the power of poetry with Anna Akhmatova. Hunt a man-eating tiger with Jim Corbett. And many more.

  • av Ernest Renan
    350 - 510,-

    "Vie de Jésus" est une oeuvre majeure écrite par Ernest Renan, un philosophe, historien et écrivain français du XIXe siècle. Publié pour la première fois en 1863, cet ouvrage a suscité un vif débat en raison de son approche critique de la biographie de Jésus-Christ. Dans "Vie de Jésus", Renan adopte une perspective rationaliste et cherche à expliquer la vie de Jésus en utilisant des méthodes historiques et scientifiques de son époque. L'oeuvre a été influente dans le domaine de la critique biblique, mais elle a également été controversée en raison de ses interprétations sécularisées et de son rejet de certains aspects traditionnels de la foi chrétienne. Bien que "Vie de Jésus" ait été critiqué par certains milieux religieux, il a eu un impact significatif sur la pensée religieuse et la recherche historique au XIXe siècle. Ernest Renan était une figure importante dans le contexte intellectuel et culturel de son temps.

  • av Emile Souvestre
    350 - 436,-

    "Un Philosophe sous les Toits" est un roman écrit par Émile Souvestre, un écrivain français du XIXe siècle. Ce livre a été publié pour la première fois en 1850. L'histoire est une sorte de chronique de la vie quotidienne d'un homme, l'auteur lui-même, qui choisit de vivre en marge de la société et de se retirer dans une mansarde parisienne. Le protagoniste, surnommé "Le Philosophe," observe la vie urbaine depuis son perchoir, partageant ses pensées sur la société, la nature humaine et les petites joies de la vie quotidienne. Le roman a une tonalité légère et humoristique, mais il aborde également des thèmes plus sérieux liés à la condition humaine. "Un Philosophe sous les Toits" est considéré comme l'une des oeuvres les plus réussies d'Émile Souvestre et a été apprécié pour sa simplicité, son humour et sa perspicacité dans l'observation de la vie urbaine.

  • av Claudius Ferrand
    280 - 350,-

    " Il y avait autrefois, au pays de Tango, une bourgade du nom de Mizunoé. Dans cette bourgade vivait un pêcheur, qui s'appelait Ourashima Taro. C'était un homme vertueux, au coeur sensible et bon qui, de sa vie, n'avait jamais fait ni souhaité de mal à personne. Taro revenait un soir de la pêche. La prise ayant été abondante, il rentrait satisfait et joyeux. Sur le rivage, il aperçoit une bande de petits garçons, qui semblaient prendre un malin plaisir à tourmenter une petite tortue, trouvée sur le sable. Taro n'aimait pas qu'on fît souffrir les bêtes. Il eut pitié de la tortue. S'approchant des enfants, et s'efforçant de donner à sa voix un ton impérieux: - Quel mal vous a donc fait, dit-il, cette innocente créature, pour la tourmenter de la sorte ? Ignorez-vous que les dieux punissent les enfants qui maltraitent les animaux ? - Mêlez-vous donc de ce qui vous regarde, répond insolemment le plus âgé de la troupe. Cette tortue n'appartient à personne. Nous sommes libres de la tuer si cela nous fait plaisir. Vous n'avez rien à y voir. Le pêcheur comprend qu'aucun raisonnement n'aura de prise sur ces coeurs sans pitié. Il change de tactique et, d'un ton plus radouci: - Allons, ne vous fâchez pas ainsi, mes enfants ! je n'avais pas l'intention de vous gronder. Je voulais vous proposer un marché. Voulez-vous me vendre cette tortue ? Je vous en donne vingt sous. Cela vous va-t-il ? Vingt sous ! C'était une fortune pour ces marmots. Ils acceptent sans hésiter; Taro leur donne donc deux petites pièces blanches; aussitôt ils courent au village acheter des gâteaux."

  • - Tome III
    av Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve
    470 - 516,-

    "Portraits Littéraires, Tome III" est la troisième partie de la série d'essais écrite par Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve, un critique littéraire français du XIXe siècle. Cette série, intitulée "Portraits littéraires", constitue une collection d'analyses et de critiques littéraires où Sainte-Beuve explore la vie et l'oeuvre de divers écrivains contemporains de son époque. Comme dans les tomes précédents, les essais de Sainte-Beuve dans le "Tome III" adoptent une approche personnelle et psychologique de la critique littéraire. Il cherche à établir des liens entre la vie des écrivains et leurs oeuvres, offrant ainsi une perspective plus complète sur la création artistique. L'ensemble de la série "Portraits Littéraires" de Sainte-Beuve est considéré comme une contribution significative à la critique littéraire du XIXe siècle en France, offrant des perspectives profondes sur la vie intellectuelle et littéraire de l'époque.

  • av Camille Lemonnier
    350 - 440,-

    "Le Possédé" est un roman de l'écrivain belge Camille Lemonnier, publié pour la première fois en 1896. Voici un résumé global de l'oeuvre: L'histoire se déroule dans la Belgique rurale du XIXe siècle et explore les thèmes de la passion, de la folie et de l'obsession. Le personnage principal, François, est un jeune homme tourmenté par des pulsions intenses et des démons intérieurs. Sa vie est profondément affectée par ses relations tumultueuses avec les femmes, en particulier avec la belle et mystérieuse Mélanie. La trame narrative se développe autour des relations complexes entre François, Mélanie et d'autres personnages du village. Des éléments de surnaturel et de mysticisme sont intégrés, créant une atmosphère sombre et troublante tout au long du roman. Lemonnier explore la psychologie de ses personnages de manière intense, décrivant les tourments intérieurs de François et la manière dont son obsession pour Mélanie le pousse à la folie. Le village devient le théâtre de drames passionnels et de tragédies, dépeignant une société où les émotions brutes peuvent avoir des conséquences dévastatrices. "Le Possédé" est souvent considéré comme l'une des oeuvres les plus puissantes et provocantes de Lemonnier, reflétant son intérêt pour les aspects sombres de la nature humaine. C'est une exploration profonde des forces intérieures qui peuvent conduire à la destruction, et une plongée fascinante dans les profondeurs de l'âme humaine.

  • - Let Us Take You Somewhere You've Never Been Before, and Introduce You to Our Friends
     
    876,-

    Which would you rather have dreams, or memories? Not since the classic 1,000 Places to See Before You Die has there been such a call to adventure. Whether you're an armchair traveler, an occasional tourist, a seasoned globe-trotter, a daring adventurer, or an intrepid explorer, there's something for everyone in Looking for Legends. Part travelogue and part good old-fashioned action story, Looking for Legends provides witty commentary as Scott and Tarantino recreate the magic and excitement of adventure. These married travelers spanned the globe over a period of 25 years and discovered that travel is more than anticipating the journey, the mechanics of reaching the destination, or even the sights they encountered. It's about the people. Within these pages are the incredible individuals they befriended with along the way-the towering legends who lived life out loud. Complete with original, hand-drawn maps and more than 150 images, Looking for Legends delivers you to destinations from your wildest dreams. Walk through the desert sands with T.E. Lawrence. Dance the tango with Ricardo Guiraldes. Drink ouzo on Stavros Beach with Zorba the Greek. Discover a mountain higher than Everest with Edward Whymper. Unlock the secrets of the Rosetta Stone with Jean-François Champollion. Explore Greenland with Knud Rasmussen. Conquer the Seven Summits with Reinhold Messner. Flee a crumbling regime with Pablo Neruda. Survive Communism thanks to the power of poetry with Anna Akhmatova. Hunt a man-eating tiger with Jim Corbett. And many more.

  • - Trek to mountaintop monasteries and enjoy the stark and rugged beauty of the Landscape - Land of High Passes
    av Dean Davids
    196,-

    Dive into the heart of Ladakh, the enigmatic land where earth meets sky, through the pages of "Elevated Escapes: Ladakh Unveiled." This book offers an intimate exploration of a region where the Himalayas and the Karakoram weave the ultimate tapestry of nature's majesty. From the transformative tranquility of mountaintop monasteries to the stark, breathtaking beauty of its rugged landscapes, discover a place where time stands still, and spiritual solace and adventure beckon.With recent infrastructural marvels like the Atal Tunnel transforming access to this once-remote region, explore how Ladakh juxtaposes its ancient cultural heritage with the new era of exploration. Delve into the vibrant life of Leh, the pulsating heart of Ladakh, and venture into the untouched splendor of the Zanskar Valley. Whether you're drawn by the call of adventure or the search for peace, this book is your gateway to experiencing the profound beauty and enduring spirit of Ladakh. GRAB YOUR COPY NOW!

  • av Artur Smarzyk
    296,-

    Nasza dziesięciodniowa wyprawa po wloskich miastach rozgrywala się w atmosferze spontaniczności. W roli glównej występowala sześcioosobowa grupa, obejmująca trzy pokolenia, wraz z naszym wiernym psem Yorkiem, Fafikiem. Razem postanowiliśmy zaplanowac nasze dni tak, aby każdy z nas mógl znaleźc coś, co go zainteresuje. Choc preferowaliśmy aktywności na świeżym powietrzu nad zwiedzaniem muzeów i kościolów, nie przeszkodzilo to w realizacji glównych celów naszej podróży: Florencji, Pizy, Rzymu i Wenecji. Staraliśmy się polączyc urok architektury tych historycznych miast z otaczającym je pięknem natury. Dlatego też w nasz program wplataliśmy spacery wzdluż rzeki Arno i wizyty na plaży, a w samych miastach poszukiwaliśmy zacisznych miejsc, gdzie moglibyśmy odpocząc. Pomimo tego, że nasz harmonogram byl dośc napięty, udalo nam się zwiedzic wiele atrakcji, co pozwolilo nam również zmierzyc nasze wcześniejsze wyobrażenia z rzeczywistością. Okazalo się, że ta zwykle przewyższala nasze oczekiwania. Kluczową rolę odegrala skuteczna organizacja i elastycznośc, które umożliwily nam dostosowanie się do różnych sytuacji. Ta podróż nie tylko zainspirowala nas do eksploracji innych zakątków regionu, ale także sklonila mnie do napisania książki pod tytulem "Cztery miasta w dziesięc dni. Florencja, Piza, Rzym i Wenecja". W mojej publikacji starannie opisalem historię, krajobraz i kulturę tego wyjątkowego regionu. Dodatkowo, zawarlem w niej subiektywne refleksje, które wykraczają poza standardowe informacje zawarte w przewodnikach. Mam nadzieję, że ta książka nie tylko będzie uzupelnieniem dla podróżujących, ale również umożliwi im spojrzenie na te piękne miasta z nowej, nieco odmienniejszej perspektywy.

  • - Mein Camino Inglés
    av Mattis M Wehlau
    290,-

    Mattis träumte schon lange vom Jakobsweg. Der Plan geriet fast in Vergessenheit, denn die Möglichkeit zu einer längeren Auszeit ergab sich leider nie. Durch einen Zufall erfährt er vom Camino Inglés, dem Englischen Weg. Die gut 120 km lange Strecke von der Hafenstadt Ferrol bis nach Santiago de Compostela, ist in nur einer Woche gut zu schaffen. Nach durchwachter Nacht bucht er am nächsten Morgen die Flugtickets. Was sieben Tage Pilgern mit ihm machen würden, hätte der sonst so rationale Mattis niemals erwartet. Zunächst freut er sich einfach auf eine Woche Freiheit. Familie, Beruf und alle Verpflichtungen hinter sich lassen und endlich mal wieder für sich sein. Was aber als einsame Wanderung beginnt, wird sehr schnell zu einem wunderbaren Gemeinschaftserlebnis. Er wird Teil einer Gruppe aus sehr verschiedenen Menschen, darunter die charismatische Sängerin Valentina, die den Weg zur Selbstoptimierung nutzt, ein älterer Herr namens Tonio auf der Suche nach seinem verlorenen Glauben oder der Österreicher Johann, der seine spontan abgesagt Hochzeit verarbeiten muss. Bereits nach kurzer Zeit entsteht eine überraschend enge Verbindung zwischen den Weggefährten. In dem Mattis tiefe Einblicke in das Leben der anderen erhält, erfährt er auch sehr viel über sich selbst. Eine unerwartete Erfahrung die für Mattis nicht ohne Folgen bleibt. Auf humorvolle und selbstreflektierte Weise nimmt Mattis die Leser mit auf die Reise nach Santiago und macht Lust, eine eigene Pilgergeschichte zu schreiben.

  • - Liebe am Lago di Garda, Band 2
    av Claire Stern
    330,-

    Antonia ist auf Wolke sieben: Mit einer Traumhochzeit in der Toskana soll ein neuer Lebensabschnitt beginnen. Doch ihre Hoffnungen werden auf das Bitterste enttäuscht, als ihr Verlobter sie am Polterabend betrügt. Erschüttert lässt Antonia die Trauung platzen und findet sich mit ihrer Freundin Ella im malerischen Lazise am Gardasee wieder. Dort lernen sie den charmanten Kulturjournalisten Matteo kennen, der ihre Hilfe für eines seiner PR-Projekte braucht. Antonia ist gerade dabei, mit ihrem Liebesfiasko abzuschließen, als unerwartet der Hochzeitsfotograf Noah auftaucht und Antonias Gefühle erneut durcheinanderwirbelt. Sie ist seine Traumfrau, doch für Antonia ist es der falsche Moment - die Vergangenheit lässt ihr keine Ruhe. Während das "Garda in Love"-Festival die Stadt in romantische Stimmung versetzt, steht Antonia vor der Entscheidung ihres Lebens. Diese Geschichte voller prickelnder Spannung und inspirierender Frauenpower ist der lang ersehnte zweite Band der zauberhaften Reihe "Liebe am Lago di Garda". Er begleitet Antonia auf ihrer Suche nach dem Glück durch die idyllische Toskana bis an die verträumten Ufer des Gardasees - so schön, als würde man selbst nach Italien reisen!

  • - The Great Indian Tour- Part 10
    av Aji Mathew Koloothra
    130,-

    Welcome to the vibrant land of five rivers, as we present the tenth captivating chapter in our series, "The Great Indian Tour" - introducing "Rangla Punjab" Get ready to embark on a colorful journey through the diverse landscapes and cultural wonders of this northern Indian state, where history, religion, and agriculture blend in a mosaic of unparalleled beauty. This book covers, 360 tourist locations spread over 23 districts in the state, general information regarding history, art culture heritage and connectivity of the state, 8 dance forms that are practiced in various part of Punjab, 57 festivals and fairs celebrated and 84 regional food items that any tourist should try while visiting the state. Situated in the fertile plains of the Indus Valley, Punjab is a land of bountiful harvests, where the golden fields of wheat and mustard sway in the breeze. As you flip through the pages of this book, be prepared to witness the glory of historical treasures, from the majestic Golden Temple of Amritsar, the holiest shrine of Sikhism, to the imposing Qila Mubarak of Patiala, the erstwhile seat of the royal family. "Rangla Punjab", "The Great Indian Tour: Part 10" invites you to delve into a realm where history, religion, and nature harmonize. Open the pages of this book, let your imagination soar through the diverse landscapes of this colorful land, and embark on an unforgettable expedition into the soul of Punjab-where every chapter reveals a new facet of its vibrant allure. Let the colorful adventure begin! Incredible India is welcoming you

  • av Louise Smith
    120,-

    Delve into some of Montana's most haunted locations and find out who haunts these places. From battles and murder to accidents and natural deaths, there are many reasons why ghosts and poltergeists remain on the earthly plain.

  • - Travels in Italy, Spain, Cyprus and Prague
    av Glyn Williams
    160,-

    In his third volume of Travel Diaries, musician and teacher Glyn Williams travels through some of Europe's most iconic destinations. Join an Englishman abroad as he journeys through Italy, Spain, Cyprus and Czechia immersing himself in the local culture and following the journeys of his musical heroes. This warm and affectionate collection of stories is a celebration of the joys of travel.

  • - "Embark on a captivating journey to uncover the hidden wonders of one of Europe's most enchanting cities"
    av Helen E Williams
    276,-

    In this meticulously researched book, author Hellen E. Williams unveils Amsterdam's lesser-known stories, shedding light on its fascinating past and present. Delving beyond the typical tourist attractions, the book offers a glimpse into the city's soul, uncovering the stories of its diverse neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and dynamic communities.

  • - A True Story
    av Elizabeth Rose
    270,-

    This is a true account of twice nearly losing my son in Egypt. The first time was a few months and the second time was nearly two years. It details the battle I went through in fighting for my son, with English solicitors, trying to represent myself and working with a barrister in Egypt. It also offers some advice for others who may have a child abroad. Travel with me on my extraordinary journey where I move to Egypt. The first time I only lost my son for a few months then my ex husband returned to the UK. While waiting I fought through the high courts in Egypt to have my son handed back to me on arrival to England. The second time my ex husband promised it would be different when living there, things would be better... a better flat, a sports membership, a car and a business and if I didn't like It he promised I could take both children home. How naïve I was! The second time I lived without my son for 22 months, fighting all the time to get him back. I hope this can be a real eye opener regarding losing a child abroad and I hope it offers some advice and assistance if you are experiencing it yourself.

  • - Quit Your Life Temporarily
    av Colleen Newvine
    280,-

    Have you ever gone on vacation and fantasized about tearing up your return ticket?Have you dreamed of quitting your job?Have you wondered what your life would be like on that path not chosen?What if you could run away to chase your dreams - without hitting the eject button on your regular life?You can do it. Even if you're pretty sure you can't.If you're longing for freedom and adventure, it's time for a mini sabbatical.Get all the benefits of travel and time away, simplified to help you to make your respite a reality. This book is the compass that will guide you, step by step, through the planning process and straight into new possibilities.Colleen Newvine draws on more than a decade of packing up with her husband, and sometimes their two cats, to live in places ranging from New Orleans and San Francisco to a cottage near the Atlantic Ocean on Long Island and three Costa Rican beach towns, then happily returning to her life in Brooklyn, New York. She's broken down the process into a no-nonsense guide to yes-you-can short-term escapes.Colleen is not only sharing her decade of invaluable wisdom. She's rounded up a diverse mix of fellow sabbatical travelers who share their own experiences and insights. You'll hear from people who: Worked remotely, traveled between jobs or took a formal sabbatical program.Stayed in one place or explored multiple locales.Visited domestic or international destinations.Traveled with their kids of various ages.Couch surfed, pet sat or won an artist residency to afford the experience.Worried you can't afford it? Or that your boss would never go for it? Thinking you can't do this because you have kids? Break free of all the reasons you think you can't take a sabbatical, and discover how just a month or two in a new place has changed people's lives forever.You'll get practical how-tos to help create a budget and get your boss and family on board, in addition to expert advice on how to give yourself permission to prioritize something besides productivity and responsibility.Whether you crave adventure, relaxation or creative pursuits, this book will inspire you to stop daydreaming and start doing. You don't have to quit your life. You can take an intermission. Quit your life temporarily. Early praise for "Your Mini Sabbatical" "Colleen is a you-need-a-break temptress of the best kind. She holds out for you a metaphorical plane ticket in these pages and gets you to grab that puppy and go! She's clever, fun, practical and gooses your butt a little so you actually DO it. A fantastic read!" Katie Goodman, comedian, actor, director, comedy writer, speaker, author, filmmaker "It has been a dream of mine to have mini sabbaticals -- it is a primary motivator in my life to travel and explore, and a reason for my being freelance. This book helps me unlock a big part of my life. I jumped straight into the finances chapter because I was not sure how I could afford a mini sabbatical. It showed me ways that it might be possible, and now I am excited to make a plan for a sabbatical!" Andrew Meissen, journalist

  • av Stephen Sapphire
    136,-

    Capture the essence of Stephen Sapphire's delightful book about air travel with this fun easy humorous read about Stephen Sapphires's 35 plus years of air travel! Succumbing to the boredom of over 1600 business flights, Stephen started saying "Hello" to the people seated next to him on many flights with mixed outcomes, this light hearted book recounts the most memorable experiences Stephen had while making the best of long days of travel. This light hearted book recounts some of the more memorable experiences Stephen had while making the best of long days of travel. A kind word, a listening ear and a dash of humor can make for a much more pleasant flight! I hope you find these stories entertaining, they sure brought back memories for me writing them for you to enjoy.

  • av Edward Lloyd
    446,-

    A gentleman traveller's account of tour of Dublin via North Wales. Complains about the food, the slothfulness of the locals, the women's legs, the drunkards' racket, the fopperies of popery, and the blush-inducing displays of public indecency.

  • av Earle S Hotta
    140,-

    A friend once asked the author how many countries I had visited and what was on my bucket list, and his reply was that it wasn't filled with things or places, but with people like "The Walnut Man" or "The Albeeno Aborigine" and the Ladyboy in "Bangkok Confidential" that he had met along the way and the stories that they shared about themselves. If anything, a little bit of luck, patience, and an ear for listening have made all the difference in seeing the world through a different set of lenses.The richness of travel is in each footstep taken like walking el Camino de Santiago in Spain, where each day is a new adventure along an 800-kilometer trail filled with stories of personal challenge, hardships overcome, immense satisfaction, and a bookmark in the lives of people from all corners of the world.Each story, each memoir is merely a point in time in someone's life and the reward was having it handed to you as a gift.

  • av Lafcadio Hearn
    276,-

    "Glimpses Of Unfamiliar Japan: Second Series" is an ancient Travelogue, Nonfiction story book written by Lafcadio Hearn. Offers a first rate useful resource for studying Japan's cultural historical past and historic context. Lafcadio Hearn's private reminiscences of Japan in the past due 1800s. Offers expertise about Japanese subculture, customs, and traditions. Investigates lesser-known aspects of Japanese culture and daily lifestyles. Includes observations approximately architecture, religion, and people beliefs. Includes symbolic descriptions of landscapes, cities, and rural places. Offers a unique attitude on Japan as visible via the eyes of a Western foreigner. Reflects Hearn's profound interest in and appreciation for Japanese culture. Includes anecdotes and reports with locals that lend depth to the story. Offers an awesome resource for studying Japan's cultural background and historic context.

  • av George Staunton
    676,-

    Le "Voyage dans l'intérieur de la Chine et en Tartarie" de George Staunton est un récit de voyage qui offre un aperçu détaillé des expériences de l'auteur lors de son exploration de la Chine et de la Tartarie. Staunton, un diplomate et orientaliste britannique, relate ses observations sur la géographie, la culture, les coutumes et les institutions de ces régions au cours de son périple.L'¿uvre couvre divers aspects, notamment les rencontres avec les habitants locaux, les descriptions des paysages, les discussions sur l'histoire et la politique de la Chine et de la Tartarie, ainsi que les défis et les découvertes rencontrés par l'auteur au fil de son voyage.Staunton a également partagé des réflexions sur les relations entre la Chine et d'autres nations, ainsi que sur l'impact des changements sociaux et politiques dans ces régions."Voyage dans l'intérieur de la Chine et en Tartarie" offre une perspective riche et documentée sur ces terres asiatiques, servant à la fois de document de voyage et de source d'information sur la Chine et la Tartarie à l'époque de Staunton.

  • av Gavin Francis
    280,-

    In a world increasingly preoccupied by borders, bridges celebrate the possibility of connection, allowing the flow of goods, people and ideas. Bridges are among our grandest physical structures with the power of transforming lives and economies, but we also stand (or fall) upon the simple arch of bones in our feet. Text is a bridge between writer and reader, and conversation builds bridges of understanding between minds. Dr Gavin Francis has spent his life fascinated by the power of bridges to improve human connection. In The Bridge Between Worlds he examines bridges both actual and metaphorical, on a journey through more than twenty countries, across four decades of travel. From Rome's Ponte Sant'Angelo to Brooklyn, Victoria Falls to London, Singapore to Siberia, this thought-provoking book reflects on connections between nations and between individuals. Francis demonstrates what the building of bridges has meant to our civilisation, how crossings can enrich our lives, and the price we pay when we tear them down.

  • av Rosalinda Ruiz Scarfuto
    490,-

    For two western women arriving from California via Hong Kong in 1984, China was a sea of BLUE Mao suits. Would you risk your life in a 'communist' territory with only a flimsy guidebook? Eat, laugh, ride with these adventurous women!

  • av Noo Saro-Wiwa
    156 - 190,-

    The travel memoir of a Nigerian woman in China exploring the intersections and divides between the two cultures and the lives of African economic migrants in the bustling People's RepublicA FINANCIAL TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR: TRAVEL China today is a land of opportunity for African people blocked from commerce with most of Europe and Northern America. It is also an intersection of racism and prejudice. Noo Saro-Wiwa goes in search of China's 'Black Ghosts', African economic migrants in the People's Republic. Living in clustered communities, they are key to the trade between the continents. Her fascinating encounters include a cardiac surgeon, a drug dealer, a visa overstayer and men married to Chinese women who speak English with Nigerian accents. This is a story of intersecting cultures told with candour and compassion, focusing on the shared humanity between the sojourner and their hosts.

  • av Richard Deiss
    376,-

    Fast hundert bemerkenswerte Fachwerkhäuser in mehr als 50 Städten und allen Regionen Nordrhein-Westfalens werden im Buch vorgestellt. Auf dieser Grundlage werden im Buch die aus Sicht des Autors 77 schönsten Fachwerkhäuser in NRW ausgewählt und auf jeweils einer Seite mit Foto präsentiert. Für alle, die gerne Fachwerkhäuser sehen und auch an kleineren Orten interessiert sind. Das Buch ist Teil einer Reihe zu den schönsten Fachwerkhäusern Deutschlands.

  • av Cristina Berna
    2 280,-

  • av Alphonse Aulard
    350 - 440,-

  • av Aijaz Ubaid
    376,-

    A travelogue is a type of writing that documents the observations and encounters of travel. It is the most widely read genre of Urdu writing. The writers of travelogues saw the conditions in many parts of the world and incorporated them into their writings. The form also developed as soon as travel comforts increased. Not only has Urdu travelogue advanced significantly in terms of quantity, but it has also become more accepted. This book contains four interesting travelogues written by significant writers.

  • av Klaus Hübner
    390,-

    Unerfüllte Lebensträume, optimistische und gescheiterte Pläne, viel Arbeit, ständig neue Aufgaben, häufig andere Standorte. 9 Acres Land in Warburton, Bewirtschaftung des Deutschen Clubs in Melbourne, Tankstellenpächter in Crystal Brook und Palm Beach, Kiosk und Café am Maroondah Dam, Café und Blumengeschäft in Springvale, Melbournes größtem Friedhof. Ein eigenes Haus in Dandenong. Die Kinder und Enkelkinder wachsen heran, der Ehemann stirbt früh. Bescheidener Wohlstand, der auch Urlaubsreisen auf dem Kontinent, nach Europa und in die USA ermöglicht. Der Fundus: 80 Briefe mit über 260 Seiten, eng mit der Schreibmaschine beschrieben, viele Ansichtskarten, ungezählte Fotos."Ich würde es ein zweites Mal nicht wieder wagen, oder wenn ich gewusst hätte, was mich hier alles erwartet, wäre ich in Deutschland geblieben." (1967)."Ich möchte am liebsten eine Sündflut kommen und ganz Australien verschwinden lassen." (1971).

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