To Israel, With Love
Think of it, three of the world's five major religions all began in that very spot! On the one hand, it's such a very common and ordinary spot, too. For all of its commonness and in all of its ordinariness, it is the place where three of the world's greatest religions were born.I could not find any book that really prepared me for this trip. I promised myself I would write one simple enough for anyone to understand: a guide that would explain some of the unexplained mysteries and collect all the various names for a place so it could be charted on a map. I tried to write objectively―but I am a Christian: born, raised, and remain in the Bible belt, so my perspective probably reveals unintended bias. I am not trying to convert anyone, just presenting the facts and letting the reader make their own conclusions.Since this book is about travel and not intended to be scholarly, I won't burden the pages with sources and footnotes. My sources are very general and ordinary with a complete bibliography at the end, and I do include Bible references at times. The acronyms for different Bible versions are in the "Bibliography by Title" section at the back.This nonfiction book is fully illustrated with more than two hundred photos, mostly by the author, and includes many maps of the area. More than a travelogue featuring biblical events showing where each actually took place more than two thousand years ago, this book also describes what it might be like to visit that place now. It is my hope this journal will at least in some small way provide information to make such a trip more rewarding for you, and that the book will be treasured as a historical record of travel in the late 20th century and early 21st.It took twenty years, two trips to Israel, tons of research, and now here it is. If you have ever dreamed of visiting this incredible country, this book is for you.
The Little Book of Scandi Living
Why are Scandinavians the world's happiest people? How do you get more Scandi-style in your life? ​What is lagom and how do you use it? Whether you want your apartment to look like it belongs in Copenhagen, to workout like a Norwegian or to make cinnamon buns like a Swede, this pocket edition of North is the perfect introduction to the world's happiest countries. Full of inspiration and ideas, how-tos and recipes to help you experience the very best of Scandinavian design, philosophy, cookery and culture, this honest behind-the-scenes look at the culture provides an invaluable insight into the wonderful and visually stunning world of Scandinavia. Like her viking ancestors before her, Bront禱 Aurell left Denmark to explore the world beyond home shores and in her travels has come to understand the fascination with her kinfolk, as well as seeing the idiosyncrasies of the Scandinavian lifestyle that locals take for granted. With a signature wit and a keen eye for detail, she takes you on a journey through fjords and mountains, farmlands and cities to better understand these three nations and what makes each one so unique. So get outdoors, learn the life lesson that there's no such thing as bad weather (only bad clothing) and you may discover your inner Scandi sooner than you think.
A Kilo of StringAKilo of String
"Fabulously funny - a real must for lovers of all things Greek."After living in Greece for thirteen years, writer and reluctant olive farmer Rob Johnson has got used to most of the things that he and his wife Penny found so bizarre at the beginning. Most, but not all.A Kilo of String is the story-so-far of this not-particularly-plucky couple's often bewildering experiences among the descendants of Sophocles, Plato and Nana Mouskouri with occasional digressions into total irrelevances.This is a book which is almost guaranteed not to change your life, but what it will do is answer many of the fundamental questions about life in Greece, such as: How do you avoid ordering a double tomato for your pine marten when booking a hotel room? Should olive harvesting be registered with the Dangerous Sports Association? Why are chicken livers useful (other than to the chickens themselves)?"A brilliant book, very funny and a great insight into Greece and its people.""Left me laughing so hard I would have spat out my dentures, if I wore them."A Kilo of String is loosely based on Rob Johnson's podcast series of the same name, which is free to listen to and download at https: //rob-johnson.org.uk/podcasts/a-kilo-of-string/.
Een zwarte bladzijde in de geschiedenis van Murcia.
Na mijn verblijf van twee jaar in Duitsland om Duits te kunnen leren waagde ik in april 1969 de stap om naar Spanje te gaan om daar Spaans te leren. Ik had alles goed voorbereid en zou daar in een klein dorpje met de naam Blanca van ongeveer 5000 inwoners gaan wonen. Het dorpje zelf lag in de provincie Murcia en was 矇矇n van de zes dorpjes dat tot de beroemde Ricote Valley behoorde. Ricote is een fictief personage, die wordt genoemd door Miguel de Cervantes in de roman Don Quichot. Toen ik dan ook dat afschuwelijke verhaal hoorde over de verdwijning van dez twee Nederlands zei ik meteen tegen mijn vrouw dat daar nooit geen mensen uit Murcia iets mee te maken konden hebben, want die hebben dat karakter niet. Helaas weten de mensen uit het buitenland weinig van de geschiedenis van Murcia af en door deze affaire kwam het gehucht La Hurona en de deelstaat Murcia in een kwaad daglicht te staan. Hopenlijk krijgen de mensen door het lezen van dit boek een ander beeld van de deelstaat Murcia.
Dear Tolstoy, Yours Gandhi
INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER ● From the bestselling author of The Two Marias, a riveting novel about the daughter of author Leo Tolstoy, based on original letters and diary entries ● A treat for lovers of historical fiction1909, Russia. 39-year-old Tatiana has all the reasons to be happy: her father is possibly the world's greatest living author; her financial future is secure, and she is in love. Yet her father, 70-year-old Leo Tolstoy, opposes the marriage. This is not the first time-he had scared away four of Tatiana's suitors. In fact, her father does not see why she should marry and enslave herself to a man. Yet Tatiana knows that she is not getting any younger. Having dedicated her life to her father's career and to the raising of her ten siblings, she feels now is her time to spread her wings. The only question is whether she has any? With courage, grace, and powerful insight, bestselling author Dear Tolstoy, Yours Gandhi captures the epic panorama of pre-revolution Russia and illuminates an intimate part of history seldom seen: the daughter's struggle. A heartbreakingly beautiful novel that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the durability of women. "Jonathan Kis-Lev skillfully weaves Tolstoy's daughter's tale with the correspondence of a yet-to-be-known shy Indian lawyer, Mahatma Gandhi. Through Gandhi's eyes, the daughter is to learn a valuable lesson in forgiveness." "A gem... Entirely original, Innocence is a book you set aside like a fine wine and wait for the chance to reopen and savor it.""Historical fiction at its best."* * * *BOOK EXCERPT (c) All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission: CHAPTER ONEROME, DECEMBER 1931 Tatiana Tolstoy-Sukhotin stood near the window, waiting.The 67-year-old countess stared at the street below thinking, 'When will he arrive? The telegram said he'd arrive at three...'She sat down on the couch in her little apartment. A moment later she got up and walked back to the window, thinking wistfully of the snow she loved in her childhood. She missed the snow.The newspaper on her coffee table showed his photograph on the front page: those odd round spectacles, the brown skin, the smile with several teeth missing.She wanted to be upset with this man for not arriving on time, but she found herself instead smiling back at the face covering the newspaper's front page.She leaned forward and looked at the article again: "Gandhi Arrivando questa mattina a Roma."She read the title again. Though she had only lived in Italy for a few years, she could understand Italian fairly well. It was very similar to Latin, of which she had an adequate knowledge. Her father had taught her well."Gandhi Arriving in Rome This Morning," she translated to herself, "The Indian leader to visit Prime Minister Benito Mussolini in the evening. In the morning he will be greeted by the naval cadets, and then taken to meet with government officials, including the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Dino Grandi. In the afternoon, prior to visiting Il Duce, Gandhi will be visiting the Tolstoy Museum in Rome."She was glad the address was not mentioned. The last thing she wanted was a throng of people and the hideous reporters with their cameras. She had suffered because of them throughout her life, always chasing her father. * * * *END OF EXCERPT (To read further click on the book cover, where you can read more using the Look Inside Feature!)
Dear Tolstoy, Yours Gandhi
INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER ● From the bestselling author of , a riveting novel about the daughter of author Leo Tolstoy, based on original letters and diary entries ● A treat for lovers of historical fiction1909, Russia. 39-year-old Tatiana has all the reasons to be happy: her father is possibly the world's greatest living author; her financial future is secure, and she is in love. Yet her father, 70-year-old Leo Tolstoy, opposes the marriage. This is not the first time-he had scared away four of Tatiana's suitors. In fact, her father does not see why she should marry and enslave herself to a man. Yet Tatiana knows that she is not getting any younger. Having dedicated her life to her father's career and to the raising of her ten siblings, she feels now is her time to spread her wings. The only question is whether she has any? With courage, grace, and powerful insight, bestselling author Dear Tolstoy, Yours Gandhi captures the epic panorama of pre-revolution Russia and illuminates an intimate part of history seldom seen: the daughter's struggle. A heartbreakingly beautiful novel that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the durability of women. "Jonathan Kis-Lev skillfully weaves Tolstoy's daughter's tale with the correspondence of a yet-to-be-known shy Indian lawyer, Mahatma Gandhi. Through Gandhi's eyes, the daughter is to learn a valuable lesson in forgiveness." "A gem... Entirely original, Innocence is a book you set aside like a fine wine and wait for the chance to reopen and savor it.""Historical fiction at its best."* * * *BOOK EXCERPT (c) All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission: CHAPTER ONEROME, DECEMBER 1931 Tatiana Tolstoy-Sukhotin stood near the window, waiting.The 67-year-old countess stared at the street below thinking, 'When will he arrive? The telegram said he'd arrive at three...'She sat down on the couch in her little apartment. A moment later she got up and walked back to the window, thinking wistfully of the snow she loved in her childhood. She missed the snow.The newspaper on her coffee table showed his photograph on the front page: those odd round spectacles, the brown skin, the smile with several teeth missing.She wanted to be upset with this man for not arriving on time, but she found herself instead smiling back at the face covering the newspaper's front page.She leaned forward and looked at the article again: "Gandhi Arrivando questa mattina a Roma."She read the title again. Though she had only lived in Italy for a few years, she could understand Italian fairly well. It was very similar to Latin, of which she had an adequate knowledge. Her father had taught her well."Gandhi Arriving in Rome This Morning," she translated to herself, "The Indian leader to visit Prime Minister Benito Mussolini in the evening. In the morning he will be greeted by the naval cadets, and then taken to meet with government officials, including the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Dino Grandi. In the afternoon, prior to visiting Il Duce, Gandhi will be visiting the Tolstoy Museum in Rome."She was glad the address was not mentioned. The last thing she wanted was a throng of people and the hideous reporters with their cameras. She had suffered because of them throughout her life, always chasing her father. * * * *END OF EXCERPT (To read further click on the book cover, where you can read more using the Look Inside Feature!)
Athens
Discover the best Athens has to offer in just a few daysIf you are planning to go to Athens for vacation or business, and you only have 2 or 3 days and you want to make the best of your short stay, then you have come to the right place. The focus of this book is to make your short stay one of the most memorable experiences of your life. The goal of this book is not to squeeze everything Athens has to offer into 2 -3 days. The goal is to show you the best of Athens in a short time. I know people like different things, but Athens is such a fascinating place that you will find something interesting in every street.If you are looking for the encyclopedia of travel books, then don't buy this book. This book is for a short stay traveler only! We focus on the best the city has to offer.
Santorini
Santorini is rated as one of the best destinations in the world.Once you get to Santorini, you will understand why. Santorini is a combination of stunning beauty and fun historical.You can experience the best of Santorini on foot or bicycle and experience cobblestoned streets and amazing scenery. The quality of life in Santorini is very high and a weekend in this fantastic city will leave you refreshed and excited.If you are looking for a lengthy academic text describing everything in Santorini, then don't buy this book. This book is for the short stay traveler looking for the best in Santorini. This travel guide has put together the best Santorini has to offer for a short trip.
MykonosThe Best Of Mykonos For Short Stay Travel
Mykonos is rated as one of the top destinations in the world.Once you get to Mykonos you will understand why so many people want to visit.Mykonos is a combination of stunning beauty and history. You can experience the best of Mykonos on foot or bicycle and experience cobblestoned streets and awesome scenery. The quality of life in Mykonos is very high and a holiday in this fantastic island will leave you refreshed and excited.If you are looking for a lengthy academic text describing everything in Mykonos, then don't buy this book. This book is for the short stay traveler looking for the best in Mykonos. This travel guide has put together the best Mykonos has to offer for a short holiday. When you travel to Mykonos for 3 or 4 days, you can't see everything, but this guide will make sure you see the best.
Greece Travel Guide
GREECE TRAVEL GUIDE- Athens, Santorini, MykonosYou Get 3 Manuscripts in one book!Athens, Santorini and Mykonos are 3 of the most famous destinations in Greece.Visiting these 3 places is a life-changing experience!Unfortunately, many travelers don't have the time to spend extended periods of time in these cities. This is why this box set is perfect for someone who has limited time in these amazing cities.In this Book, you will get 3 manuscripts, and you will have the best of Athens, Santorini and Mykonos at your fingertips. This book focuses on the best of these cities for people who have limited time in these destinations.
Learn Russian
If you're looking to learn Russian fast without having to go through boring textbooks, then keep reading...Three manuscripts in one book: Russian: Learn Russian for Beginners: A Simple Guide that Will Help You on Your Language Learning Journey Russian Short Stories: 11 Simple Stories for Beginners Who Want to Learn Russian in Less Time While Also Having Fun Russian Phrase Book: Over 1000 Essential Russian Phrases You Don't Want to Be Without on Your Trip to Russia Are you sick and tired of not being able to learn Russian fast? Have you tried endless other ways of learning Russian but nothing seems to stick? Do you finally want to say goodbye to your tendency to 'forget most of what you've studied' and discover something which works for you? If so, then you've come to the right place. You see, Russian could be easier than you think. This book is an entrance into the world of the Russian language and in it, you will: Learn how to pronounce the Russian language sounds and how they differ from the English language Get an idea of the Russian alphabet and reading rules Learn about Russian basic grammar structures Acquire a useful vocabulary base to introduce yourself to a Russian speaker Learn to have efficient and simple conversations and ask basic questions And much, much more! In essence, this book will help you communicate and give you an overview of the language. The primary focus of this book is on phrases and constructions, which you can use in everyday communications. Moreover, along with vocabulary, basic grammar concepts are included. Although Russian grammar is considered--and justifiably so--to be quite complicated and some difficulties lurk even at the beginning level, this book will address it in small portions and illustrate the rules with vocabulary items so that you can easily get the picture. Each chapter contains small and simple dialogues that will help you practice new words and grammatical constructions, and at the same time, gain some phrases to try in conversations with Russian speakers. Some vocabulary, as well as grammar points, will be repeated throughout the book and the dialogues--so you will naturally have no choice but to learn it. In part 1 of this book, you will learn about: Russian Letters and Sounds Basic Grammar Principles and Speech Etiquette Pronouns and Verbs Introduction Into Grammar Cases and Talking About Yourself - Part 1 Grammar Cases and Talking About Yourself - Part 2 Plurals and Numerals Going Around a City; Transport; and Restaurants Emergency situations And much, much more! In part 2, you will get 11 simple and engaging short stories that will ignite your imagination so you can learn Russian in a fun way that will make memorization much easier. Some of the topics covered in part 3 of this book include: The Alphabet, Reading, and Pronunciation Numerals Basic Necessities for Communication Talking About Yourself Getting Around Sightseeing and Entertainment Shopping and Banking Accommodation, Eating and Services Health and Safety Time and Measurements And much, much more So if you want to learn the Russian language fast, then scroll up and click the "add to cart" button
Learn Russian
If you're looking to learn Russian fast without having to go through boring textbooks, then keep reading...Three manuscripts in one book: Russian: Learn Russian for Beginners: A Simple Guide that Will Help You on Your Language Learning Journey Russian Short Stories: 11 Simple Stories for Beginners Who Want to Learn Russian in Less Time While Also Having Fun Russian Phrase Book: Over 1000 Essential Russian Phrases You Don't Want to Be Without on Your Trip to Russia Are you sick and tired of not being able to learn Russian fast? Have you tried endless other ways of learning Russian but nothing seems to stick? Do you finally want to say goodbye to your tendency to 'forget most of what you've studied' and discover something which works for you? If so, then you've come to the right place. You see, Russian could be easier than you think. This book is an entrance into the world of the Russian language and in it, you will: Learn how to pronounce the Russian language sounds and how they differ from the English language Get an idea of the Russian alphabet and reading rules Learn about Russian basic grammar structures Acquire a useful vocabulary base to introduce yourself to a Russian speaker Learn to have efficient and simple conversations and ask basic questions And much, much more! In essence, this book will help you communicate and give you an overview of the language. The primary focus of this book is on phrases and constructions, which you can use in everyday communications. Moreover, along with vocabulary, basic grammar concepts are included. Although Russian grammar is considered--and justifiably so--to be quite complicated and some difficulties lurk even at the beginning level, this book will address it in small portions and illustrate the rules with vocabulary items so that you can easily get the picture. Each chapter contains small and simple dialogues that will help you practice new words and grammatical constructions, and at the same time, gain some phrases to try in conversations with Russian speakers. Some vocabulary, as well as grammar points, will be repeated throughout the book and the dialogues--so you will naturally have no choice but to learn it. In part 1 of this book, you will learn about: Russian Letters and Sounds Basic Grammar Principles and Speech Etiquette Pronouns and Verbs Introduction Into Grammar Cases and Talking About Yourself - Part 1 Grammar Cases and Talking About Yourself - Part 2 Plurals and Numerals Going Around a City; Transport; and Restaurants Emergency situations And much, much more! In part 2, you will get 11 simple and engaging short stories that will ignite your imagination so you can learn Russian in a fun way that will make memorization much easier. Some of the topics covered in part 3 of this book include: The Alphabet, Reading, and Pronunciation Numerals Basic Necessities for Communication Talking About Yourself Getting Around Sightseeing and Entertainment Shopping and Banking Accommodation, Eating and Services Health and Safety Time and Measurements And much, much more So if you want to learn the Russian language fast, then scroll up and click the "add to cart" button
Italian
If you want to learn Italian in a simple way, then keep reading...There are many reasons behind the decision to learn Italian: from having Italian relatives to wanting to travel to one of the most beautiful countries in the world. However, there is no need to make hypotheses--if you are reading this description, you have been led here by your desire to learn this language.The purpose of this book is to present itself as the best solution for those approaching Italian for the first time. This is not a booklet with a handful of sentences already built or a two-thousand-page manual on how to become a Neo-Latin linguist. What the next few pages lay out is the groundwork for proper communication in Italian. You will see the construction of sentences, the use of accents, and then the most common expressions of this idiom.Italian is a musical language, beautiful to hear and speak, but very difficult to master. This is why you will take small steps, moving forward only once a concept is fully understood.You will start with the pronouns, singular and plural, and discover the first differences that run between English and Italian. At this point, the book will focus on verbs, to explain and analyze all the elements that are part of a sentence, before discovering the most common sentences used in Italian.This way, the language you will learn will be the one used every day, which will allow you to move freely around the Italian streets and get to know the uses and customs of Italian.You will see how to present yourself, friends, and family, talk about school and work, enjoy art and food, and get to the most common questions that every aspiring Italian speaker asks.This manual will cover everything you need to know to take your first steps in Italy. For this reason, much of the book is dedicated to the Italian culture. This is because it is essential to understand the people behind a language in order to love it even more and fully understand it. Knowing the culture will allow you to develop more conversational Italian, as well as having all the information you need if you ever decide to travel to Italy.The book is divided into three major sections. The first section is dedicated to Italian grammar, which is necessary to understand how to construct and understand a sentence.The second section is dedicated to traveling in Italy, including information and essential phrases. This section is not only meant for those who want to visit this country, but also for those who want to know all the most common phrases to be exchanged with people who do not know each other.Finally, the third section proposes an in-depth study dedicated to those who are thinking of moving to Italy, an overview of Italian culture, further education on the Italian people, and more everyday phrases.Here's just a tiny fraction of what you'll discover: Pronunciation Double Consonants Prepositions The Construction of the Sentence The Adjective and the Possessive Pronoun How Verbs Are Conjugated Altri Modi Verbali (Other Verb Tenses) Articles Numbers Greetings And much, much more So if you want to learn the Italian language fast, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!
Montenegro Travel Guide
This step by step guide to explore Montenegro teaches: - How to get to Montenegro - Where the Eagle meets the mountain - What is Wild Beauty - Where is the sunniest city - Why is Budva the pearl of Mediterranean - How to explore the most beautiful fjord in Europe - Which city is Lonely Planet's #1 destination - Where is Balkan Ibiza - Why is Cetinje a city-museum - Where is a Lake city of rock and blues - How to explore the modern capital - How to experience a mountain life - How to explore marvelous nature - Discover 5 National Parks - Where is Sea Dance Festival - Get to know the unseen nightlife - How to explore best beaches - How to Jeep safari in the mountain - How Tara rafting will make adrenalin rush - Where can you see fancy yachts - Where was James Bond Casino Royal filmed - Where to see real castles - How to explore churches, monasteries, and culture - What kind of cultural activities you can find - Why is Montenegro a hidden gem - What is typical Montenegrin food - How to explore the fortresses - Where to make a romantic escape - The ideal vacation for a family with kids - How to explore eco places and resorts - Where are the best hotels - How to travel on the budget - How to call a taxi - Where is your embassy - And lot more About The Expert Svetlana Kralj (MA) is a Professor of Language and Literature, a writer, and author. She has many years of teaching experience in Language and Literature, high-level writing skills and both of her creative and scientific works were published. Svetlana is a passionate music lover, which resulted with a lot of traveling around the World to be a part of music events. That way, she met a lot of different cultures, discovered new countries and made a lot of friendships. Wherever she traveled, she always returned to her country. Thus, she established her PR/Media/Marketing Agency which works with musicians, labels, and others from the Music Industry. But also, she has become an expert for her country, and everyone who intends to visit Montenegro will have useful advice. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.
Russian
If you're looking to learn Russian fast without having to go through boring textbooks, then keep reading...Are you sick and tired of not being able to learn Russian fast?Have you tried endless other ways of learning Russian but nothing seems to stick?Do you finally want to say goodbye to your tendency to 'forget most of what you've studied' and discover something which works for you?If so, then you've come to the right place. You see, Russian could be easier than you think.This book is an entrance into the world of the Russian language and in it, you will: Learn how to pronounce the Russian language sounds and how they differ from the English language Get an idea of the Russian alphabet and reading rules Learn about Russian basic grammar structures Acquire a useful vocabulary base to introduce yourself to a Russian speaker Learn to have efficient and simple conversations and ask basic questions And much, much more! In essence, this book will help you communicate and give you an overview of the language. The primary focus of this book is on phrases and constructions, which you can use in everyday communications. Moreover, along with vocabulary, basic grammar concepts are included. Although Russian grammar is considered--and justifiably so--to be quite complicated and some difficulties lurk even at the beginning level, this book will address it in small portions and illustrate the rules with vocabulary items so that you can easily get the picture. Each chapter contains small and simple dialogues that will help you practice new words and grammatical constructions, and at the same time, gain some phrases to try in conversations with Russian speakers. Some vocabulary, as well as grammar points, will be repeated throughout the book and the dialogues--so you will naturally have no choice but to learn it. Here's just a fraction of the topics you'll discover: Russian Letters and Sounds Basic Grammar Principles and Speech Etiquette Pronouns and Verbs Introduction Into Grammar Cases and Talking About Yourself - Part 1 Grammar Cases and Talking About Yourself - Part 2 Plurals and Numerals Going Around a City; Transport; and Restaurants Emergency situations And much, much more! So if you want to learn the Russian language fast, then scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!
The Bandit On The Billiard Table - A Journey Through Sardinia
This book is Alan Ross's 1954 travel book, "The Bandit on the Billiard Table: A Journey through Sardinia". It is the fascinating account of a summer trip to Sardinia, an island rarely visited when the book was first published. An interesting exploration of culture and customs, this book is highly recommended for those with an interest in historical travel writing, and would make for a worthy addition to any collection. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing "The Bandit on the Billiard Table: A Journey through Sardinia" now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction.
The Splendors of Sintra
Sintra, part of the Portuguese Riviera, offers lush wilderness to match the wild level of luxury.The Sintra-Cascais Natural Park includes the Serra de Sintra Mountain Range. Visitors can set off on a hike from town or take a bus to windy perches and shady woodlands.One of the premier attractions is the Castle of the Moors. The structure sprang up in the 8th and 9th centuries during the period of Muslim Iberia.Like much of Portugal, the castle changed hands several times. By 1840, the towers were in ruins. Ferdinand II undertook conservation efforts that resulted in a stunning transformation.From this astonishing location, panoramic views can reach as far as Mafra and Ericeira. Pena Palace, a Romanticist castle, offers additional views from its whimsical balconies. On a clear day, individuals in Lisbon can easily pick out the castle among the trees.The woodlands surrounding the castle are filled with delights. The king had exotic trees from around the world planted in Pena Park. Dedicated hikers can wander for hours along the labyrinth of pathways.Natural and historic wonders await in The Splendors of Sintra: Natural Luxury in the Portuguese Riviera (a Travel Photo Art book). In the Travel Photo Art series, traditional tourism panoramas mix with arthouse aesthetics. These slim, passport sized productions are your passport to new perspectives on famous places. Peer around corners and discover a unique way to interact with monuments and memorials you thought you knew.This popular series includes titles that mix text with the pictures. Books like Notre Dame Cathedral: Our Lady of Paris, featuring photos taken months before the 2019 fire, become keepsakes associated with a specific site. Titles like Lidice Lives and Terezin and Theresienstadt are deeply meaningful for families touched by the Holocaust.Laine Cunningham, a three-time recipient of The Hackney Award, writes fiction that takes readers around the world. Her debut novel, The Family Made of Dust, is set in the Australian Outback, while Reparation is a novel of the American Great Plains. She is the editor of Sunspot Literary Journal.
Citix60: Amsterdam
A city that merges class with culture taboo, Amsterdam offers poetic scenic, free spirited attitude and plentiful masterpieces. Whether it's a one-day stopover or a longer trip, CITIx60: Amsterdam city guide is your inspirational guide to places that only insiders of the Dutch capital know and go. Initiated and edited by viction: ary, the pocket-sized guide sports an artistic edge with a city map jacket drawn by Stefan Glerum as well as practical info essential for a satisfying trip. About the Series: A unique collaboration with local creatives from selected cities, each CITIx60 guide points you to 60 hangouts loved by 60 stars of the cities' creative scene, covering architecture, art spaces, shops and markets, eating and entertainment. All featured artists and designers are at the cutting edge of what's on and when, and known for their accomplishments in fields across advertising, architecture and graphics, fashion, industry and food, music and publishing.
Barcelona Ins鏊ita y Secreta
Los secretos de Gaud穩 y Sagrada Familia, una fant獺stica red de ferrocarril modelo escondido debajo de la estaci籀n central, una mano misteriosa, un extraordinario anfiteatro de disecci籀n, una caba簽a antia矇rea insospechado, un beso mortal, un museo escondido en el fondo de una tienda, un talism獺n m獺gico en la placa de una calle, s穩mbolos mas籀nicos escondido, el escudo del FC Barcelona en Santa Mar穩a del Mar ... De d穩a y de noche, Barcelona revela sus secretos solo a los habitantes y viajeros que se animen a salir de los recorridos habituales. Y para ello esnecesario saber a d籀nde ir ... Una gu穩a esencial para quienes pensaban que conoc穩an bien Barcelona, y para aquellos que desean descubrir la otra cara de la ciudad.
Gu燰s Escritas Por Los Habitantes Ins鏊ita Y Secreta Florencia
Vista una iglesia ubicada dentro de una prisi籀n, ent矇rate de c籀mo Florencia se convirti籀 en el centro del hermetismo durante el Renacimiento y d籀nde a繳n hoy se pueden encontrar restos de ello, escapa de las hordas de turistas y descubre obras maestras pr獺cticamente desconocidas, sal a cazar las 34 placas con citas de la "Divina Comedia", llena el dep籀sito de gasolina en una estaci籀n de servicio vintage, pide a tus hijos que cuenten cu獺ntas abejas hay esculpidas en un monumento a Fernando I, busca a los 繳ltimos distribuidores de vino del Renacimiento, encuentra las min繳sculas ventanas dise簽adas para permitir a los ni簽os ver la calle, visita preciosos jardines privados desconocidos incluso para los florentinos, descubre c籀mo el color morado del equipo de f繳tbol Fiorentina est獺 relacionado con la orina de un cruzado florentino en Palestina...Lejos de las masas y de los habituales clich矇s, Florencia guarda tesoros escondidos que desvela 繳nicamente a los habitantes y viajeros que buscan salirse de los caminos trillados. Una gu穩a indispensable para los que cre穩an que conoc穩an bien Florencia o para los que desean descubrir la otra cara de la ciudad.
Spanish Phrase Book
If you want to enrich your travels with the most popular and useful Spanish phrases and vocabulary close at hand, then keep reading...Spanish is the official language of twenty countries, and you are probably planning on visiting one of these. Whether you are traveling for work, studies or just holidays, in this book, you will find 2,500 words and sentences that will help you speak fluently with locals and other travelers. After the first chapter, which is about Spanish pronunciation, you will find 50 chapters with specific vocabulary about every possible subject you can imagine: actions, objects, adjectives, materials, time, space, nature, countries, money, people, culture, shopping, and much more. Here's just a tiny fraction of what you'll discover: Pronunciation Basic Vocabulary Questions and Answers Pronouns Prepositions Basic Verbs Abstract Nouns Everyday Objects Adjectives I: Qualities Adjectives II: Quantities Adverbs Conjunctions and Relative Pronouns Possessives Indefinite Pronouns Matter Space Space Actions Time Date and Time Days of the Week, Months, Seasons Numbers People Body Family and Friends Love Feelings Traveling Food Measurement and Shapes Art Colors Music Money Shopping Communication Reading and Writing Reading and Writing Work Free Time Nature Geography The City Society, Culture, and Economy Technology And Much, Much More! So if you want to avoid missing out on an amazing experience when traveling to Spain or any other Spanish speaking country, click "add to cart"!
Hygge
Hygge Series Book #1Does the hustle and bustle of modern living overwhelm you at times? Are you looking for a way to feel a sense of calm and ease in your own home? If you typically find yourself feeling stressed about how busy the world is today and are looking for a way to slow things down a bit in order to find more enjoyment out of life on a daily basis, then this book is definitely for you! Grab this book, Hygge: An Introduction to the Danish Art of Cozy Living to start learning the secrets of how you can start to live a life that is primarily filled with joy, pleasure, and a sense of safety. After reading about what the hygge lifestyle can offer you, you'll have a much better understanding of why this type of lifestyle has become so trendy and popular in recent years.Imagine a world where you feel stress-free whenever you're at home or in the presence of people about whom you truly care. When you're able to design a life of comfort, you're going to find that happiness is going to flow into your life at a faster pace than you've ever imagined possible. If happiness is what you truly value over all other material possessions, then it is essential that you start to integrate hygge principles into your life, sooner rather than later. Once you've surrounded yourself with comfort and pleasure, your world will be primed and ready for the happiness that will inevitably come with this pursuit. It's that simple.This book is going to provide you with the following information regarding the hygge lifestyle: What hygge is and how it originated Home decorating techniques that you can use in conjunction with hygge ideals How to enhance your relationships through hygge Tips on how activities that will promote a greater sense of calm in your life Why hygge is important for your mental health and clarity And so much more! With your happiness on the line, it's important that you read Hygge: An Introduction to the Danish Art of Cozy Living right away!
Hygge
"Hygge: Discover How To Live Cozily Enjoy Life's Simple Pleasures With Everyday Mindfulness and Law of Attraction"Written by Best-Selling Author Ryan James This Boxset includes: Hygge: An Introduction to the Danish Art of Cozy Living Law of Attraction: The 9 Most Important Secrets to Successfully Manifest Health, Wealth, Abundance, Happiness and Love Mindfulness:7 Secrets to Stop Worrying, Eliminate Stress and Finding Peace with Mindfulness and Meditation "Hygge: An Introduction to the Danish Art of Cozy Living" Imagine a world where you feel stress-free whenever you're at home or in the presence of people about whom you truly care. When you're able to design a life of comfort, you're going to find that happiness is going to flow into your life at a faster pace than you've ever imagined possible. This book is going to provide you with the following information regarding the hygge lifestyle: What hygge is and how it originated Home decorating techniques that you can use in conjunction with hygge ideals How to enhance your relationships through hygge Tips on how activities that will promote a greater sense of calm in your life Why hygge is important for your mental health and clarity "Law of Attraction: The 9 Most Important Secrets to Successfully Manifest Health, Wealth, Abundance, Happiness and Love" Life of abundance is not for only the few. Becoming successful, happy, loved and healthy, could be just a simple step away. Imagine a life where you are more successful, happier, healthier, and more loved. Experiencing the abundance in life and overflowing with joy. That is possible with the Law of Attraction. Whether you are a beginner on this topic or an advanced practitioner of the Law of Attraction, this book will have something new for you. In this book you will learn: How the Law of Attraction works How to harness the power of the universe How to raise your frequency to attract what you want from the universe How to raise your vibration How to attract health How to attract wealth How to attract happiness How to attract love How to attract an abundant life Positive actions you can start taking today "Mindfulness:7 Secrets to Stop Worrying, Eliminate Stress and Finding Peace with Mindfulness and Meditation" This book introduces you to mindfulness, what it is, and how it works. It will give you simple yet effective, easy-to-perform exercises to begin your mindfulness journey...doing so will help you: Eliminate Stress Eliminate Anxiety Declutter your mind Stop worrying Increase Focus In this book, you will learn: What is Mindfulness The benefit of Mindfulness on your body, mind and brain simple but effective exercises to be more mindful How to experience the full benefit of mindfulness through mindfulness meditation and breathing techniques How to live life in the moment How to live life in peace And much more... With your happiness on the line, it's important that you read Hygge: Discover How To Live Cozily Enjoy Life's Simple Pleasures With Everyday Mindfulness and Law of Attraction right away!
National Geographic Traveler Ireland
The National Geographic Traveler guidebooks are in tune with the growing trend toward experiential travel. Each book provides inspiring photography, insider tips, and expert advice for a more authentic, enriching experience of the destination. These books serve a readership of active, discerning travelers, and supply information, historical context, and cultural interpretation not available online. History and culture based tourism is experiencing an unprecedented boom and Ireland is a destination that is rich in both. Tower after tower, the Irish Anglo-Norman castles stud the island. They are the calling card of the country's ancient culture and turning the pages of this guide, readers will discover them, one by one, in the company of Christopher Somerville, one of the U.K.'s most famous travel narrators. The guide covers all of the regions of Ireland including the cosmopolitan capital city of Dublin, the charming hills of Wicklow and the limestone plateau in Burren. It covers Northern Ireland as well, beginning with the lively city of Belfast and continuing on to Ulster, Derry and a number of other significant historical destinations. Every page offers useful advice about how to get around and about the best way to visit each location. Images in the guide include 170 photographs, more than 20 maps and the three-dimensional drawings that illustrate the intricate architectural structures of Dublin's Kilmainham Gaol, which was once a prison but is now a museum. With suggestions from local experts, visitors can dive into Irish culture through firsthand experiences such as learning traditional Irish dancing in Galway, taking Irish language lessons in Ennis, or helping volunteers to restore Ireland's raised bogs.
The 500 Hidden Secrets of the Hague
- Tal Maes shares in this insider's guide to The Hague her favorite places in savvy lists of 500 hidden secrets and addresses The Hague is the third largest city in the Netherlands; it's the home of many national and international public services and, subsequently, of a substantial English-speaking community. Many think of The Hague as a stately, regal place, but it's also a warm and bustling cultural hotspot. On top of that, it's the only large Dutch city by the North Sea, with an 11-kilometre-long coastline. As an author and a photographer, Tal Maes has published several city guides to The Hague, so it's safe to say she knows the city like the back of her hand. For this book, she listed her 500 favorite places and tips, presenting them in original and interesting lists such as 5 historic houses of famous Dutchmen, 5 fun boat trips, the 5 best spots for Dutch maatjes herring, 5 museums around the Binnenhof, the 5 best lifestyle and concept stores, and much more.
Terez穩n and Theresienstadt
Terez穩n, the Theresienstadt concentration camp, memorializes the triumph of the human spirit. During World War II, the Gestapo transformed Terez穩n into Theresienstadt, a ghetto and concentration camp. Jews from Czechoslovakia, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands and Denmark were imprisoned there. Despite the suffering, concerts and education continued under a Jewish governing group. Artists like Bedřich Fritta and Norbert Troller worked alongside conductor Karel Ančerl, cantor Karl Fischer, and composer Viktor Ullmann.Remember the lives that triumphed in the midst of torment with text combined with photos taken at Terez穩n and Theresienstadt: Concentration Camp and Ghetto (a Travel Photo Art book). In the Travel Photo Art series, traditional tourism panoramas mix with arthouse aesthetics. These slim, passport sized productions are your passport to new perspectives on famous places. Peer around corners and discover a unique way to interact with monuments and memorials you thought you knew.This popular series includes titles that mix text with the pictures. Books like Notre Dame Cathedral: Our Lady of Paris, featuring photos taken months before the 2019 fire, become keepsakes associated with a specific site. Titles like Lidice Lives and Terezin and Theresienstadt are deeply meaningful for families touched by the Holocaust.Laine Cunningham, a three-time recipient of The Hackney Award, writes fiction that takes readers around the world. Her debut novel, The Family Made of Dust, is set in the Australian Outback, while Reparation is a novel of the American Great Plains. She is the editor of Sunspot Literary Journal.
Lidice Lives
Lidice, a village in what is now the Czech Republic, could not be wiped away.After SS officer Reinhard Heydrich was assassinated, Lidice was targeted in a cruel reprisal. Hundreds died and the village was razed. Nothing remained until a handful of survivors rebuilt their beloved village a few miles away.The site of the original village, roughly twenty minutes from Prague, is a monument to the 340 murdered individuals. A bronze statue representing the 82 children who died stands on an empty field. An award-winning garden nurtures more than 24,000 rose bushes.Honor the memory of these innocents with text combined with photos that prove Lidice Lives: Healing a Nazi Massacre (a Travel Photo Art book). In the Travel Photo Art series, traditional tourism panoramas mix with arthouse aesthetics. These slim, passport sized productions are your passport to new perspectives on famous places. Peer around corners and discover a unique way to interact with monuments and memorials you thought you knew.This popular series includes titles that mix text with the pictures. Books like Notre Dame Cathedral: Our Lady of Paris, featuring photos taken months before the 2019 fire, become keepsakes associated with a specific site. Titles like Lidice Lives and Terezin and Theresienstadt are deeply meaningful for families touched by the Holocaust.Laine Cunningham, a three-time recipient of The Hackney Award, writes fiction that takes readers around the world. Her debut novel, The Family Made of Dust, is set in the Australian Outback, while Reparation is a novel of the American Great Plains. She is the editor of Sunspot Literary Journal.
DK Eyewitness Top 10 Barcelona
Located on the shores of the Mediterranean, Barcelona boasts grandiose architecture, cutting-edge design, molecular gastronomy and an exhilarating nightlife. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around Barcelona with absolute ease. Our annually updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Barcelona into helpful lists of ten from our own selected highlights to the best museums and galleries, performing arts and music venues, places to eat, shops and, of course, Modernista buildings. You'll discover: - Nine easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day-trip, a weekend, or a week- Top 10 lists of Barcelona's must-sees, including detailed descriptions of Sagrada Fam穩lia, La Rambla, Barcelona Cathedral, Museu d'Art Contemporani and Centre de Cultura Contempor?nia, Museu Nacional d'Arte de Catalunya, Parc Gu]ell, La Pedrera, Fundaci籀 Joan Mir籀, Museu Picasso and Palau de la M繳sica Catalana - Barcelona's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out, and sightseeing- Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip - including Catalan folk festivals, hidden gems off the beaten track, fabulous markets and things to do for free - A laminated pull-out map of Barcelona and its environs, plus seven full-color neighborhood maps- Streetsmart advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe- A lightweight format perfect for your pocket or bag when you're on the move Looking for more on Barcelona's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Spain or our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Barcelona and Catalonia.
DK Eyewitness Amsterdam
Welcome to Amsterdam - a city where the past and present collide. Whether you want to cruise the reflective waterways, wonder at the works of the Old Masters in the Rijksmuseum, or indulge in the city's extravagant nightlife, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Amsterdam has to offer. Rich in heritage, Amsterdam's perfectly preserved 17th-century mansions invoke the wealth and majesty of the city's Golden Age. But Amsterdam is much more than it's opulent past. Bubbling with creativity and liberalism, the streets are awash with cutting-edge art, theater, and food. And while night owls flock to the infamous Red Light District, families will find a huge mix of attractions and activities that won't fail to keep the kids entertained. Our regularly updated guide brings this picturesque city to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our trademark illustrations. You'll discover: - our pick of Amsterdam's must-sees, top experiences, and hidden gems- the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay- detailed maps and walks make navigating the city easy- easy-to-follow itineraries- expert advice get ready, get around, and stay safe- color-coded chapters to every part of Amsterdam, from the Central Canal Ring to the Museum Quarter, Plantage to Noord- our new lightweight format, so you can take your guide with you wherever you go Have less time? Try our pocket-friendly Top 10 Amsterdam for top 10 lists to all things Amsterdam.
Along the Via Appia
Rome's Via Appia, the Appian Way, takes travelers back to 312 BC.Originally built as a military route, the Via Appia launched an expansion that spurred the saying, "all roads lead to Rome." The road wends pasts the churches, tombs, catacombs and other monuments that dot the landscape. The view changes with the seasons, exploding in spring with purple wisteria and verdant year-round with tall cypress trees.Pass through Rome's ancient wall and wander along this ancient road with the full-color photos in Along the Via Appia: Rome's Ancient Appian Way (a Travel Photo Art book). In the Travel Photo Art series, traditional tourism panoramas mix with arthouse aesthetics. These slim, passport sized productions are your passport to new perspectives on famous places. Peer around corners and discover a unique way to interact with monuments and memorials you thought you knew.This popular series includes titles that mix text with the pictures. Books like Notre Dame Cathedral: Our Lady of Paris, featuring photos taken months before the 2019 fire, become keepsakes associated with a specific site. Titles like Lidice Lives and Terezin and Theresienstadt are deeply meaningful for families touched by the Holocaust.Laine Cunningham, a three-time recipient of The Hackney Award, writes fiction that takes readers around the world. Her debut novel, The Family Made of Dust, is set in the Australian Outback, while Reparation is a novel of the American Great Plains. She is the editor of Sunspot Literary Journal.
Ake Wiberg
Politics took him to the Swedish Parliament in the 1940's, but illness forced him to retire from politics after ten years of service. He energetically devoted his last dozen years to a number of cultural projects, including work for the National Arts Council and the East Asian Museum. ?ke Wiberg was a man whose determination and personality have apparently moved many of those who knew him.The ?ke Wiberg Foundation was created in 1954, and has since then provided resources for scientific research, primarily in medicine and the humanities. The Foundation has also supported children's causes and youth care activities, as well as teaching and educational matters. The ?ke Wiberg Foundation is among Sweden's twenty largest research-oriented foundations.Fifty-five years after his death, ?ke Wiberg has five grandchildren and over a dozen great-grandchildren in Scandinavia, Europe, USA, and the Caribbean. Most of them do not read Swedish, the language of this original book. This English version is for them.Mats Larsson, born in 1953, is Professor of Economic History at Uppsala University and manages the Uppsala Center for Business History. He specializes in research concerning business and finance history, and is the author of two books about The Bonnier Corporation. He wrote all text covering the life of ?ke Wiberg in 1998.
Dk Eyewitness Top 10 Florence and Tuscany
Sublime renaissance architecture, exquisite art collections, romantic medieval towns and picturesque rolling hills covered in vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees -- Florence and Tuscany has all this and much more to delight every traveller. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around Florence and Tuscany with absolute ease. Our newly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Florence and Tuscany into helpful lists of ten -- from our own selected highlights to the best museums, places to eat and shops. You'll discover: - Ten easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day-trip, a weekend, or a week - Detailed Top 10 lists of Florence and Tuscany's must-sees, including detailed breakdowns of the Uffizi, the Duomo, Pitti Palace, San Gimignano, Campo dei Miracoli, Siena's Duomo, Siena's Campo and Palazzo Pubblico, Chianti, Cortona and Lucca - Florence and Tuscany's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, dining, and sightseeing - Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip - including children's activities and things to do for free - A free laminated pull-out map of Florence and Tuscany, plus eight color city and neighborhood maps - Streetsmart advice get ready, get around, and stay safe - A lightweight format perfect for your pocket or bag when you're on the move DK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002. Staying for longer and looking for a more comprehensive guide? Try our DK Eyewitness Florence and Tuscany or DK Eyewitness Italy.
Open Mic Night in Moscow
The raucous and surprisingly poignant story of a young, Russia-obsessed American writer and comedian who embarked on a solo tour of the former Soviet Republics, never imagining that it would involve kidnappers, garbage bags of money, and encounters with the weird and wonderful from Mongolia to Tajikistan.Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Siberia are not the typical tourist destinations of a twenty-something, nor the places one usually goes to eat, pray, and/or love. But the mix of imperial Russian opulence and Soviet decay, and the allure of emotionally unavailable Russian men proved strangely irresistible to comedian Audrey Murray.At age twenty-eight, while her friends were settling into corporate jobs and serious relationships, Audrey was on a one-way flight to Kazakhstan, the first leg of a nine-month solo voyage through the former USSR. A blend of memoir and offbeat travel guide, this thoughtful, hilarious catalog of a young comedian's adventures is also a diary of her emotional discoveries about home, love, patriotism, loneliness, and independence.Sometimes surprising, often disconcerting, and always entertaining, Open Mic Night in Moscow will inspire you to take the leap and embark on your own journey into the unknown. And, if you want to visit Chernobyl by way of an insane-asylum-themed bar in Kiev, Audrey can assure you that there's no other guidebook out there. (She's looked.)
Spanish
If you're looking to learn Spanish fast without having to go through boring textbooks, then keep reading...Are you a beginner to Spanish who wants to learn the language in a fast and simple way?Have you tried learning Spanish through classical grammar lessons or a Spanish app teaching you stuff you will never use in real life?Do you finally want to say goodbye to scratching your head in confusion when you're trying to learn Spanish?If so, then make yourself at home.You see, we don't believe that you have to struggle to learn Spanish.With Spanish: Learn Spanish for Beginners: A Simple Guide that Will Help You on Your Language Learning Journey, you will start from scratch and work your way from zero to fluent in 33 lessons where you will learn the basics of everyday Spanish--the real stuff that you will need when you go on a trip to South America or Spain.There will be some grammar rules, but nothing boring and hard to memorize. The rules are threaded throughout the lessons to make it light and fun. You will move forward with real-life dialogues, stories, and practical examples that will make things easier and more entertaining.So if you have a burning desire to learn Spanish because of all the doors it could open for you, then scroll up and click "add to cart"
Dk Eyewitness Top 10 Azores
Breathtaking natural beauty punctuated by crater lakes, thermal springs, UNESCO-listed vineyards and characterful colonial towns, alongside world-class hiking, diving and whale-watching opportunities make the Azores a destination not to miss. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around the Azores with absolute ease. Our newly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of the Azores into helpful lists of ten -- from our own selected highlights to the best natural wonders, places to eat, shops and traditional festivals. You'll discover: - Six easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day-trip, a weekend, or a week - Detailed Top 10 lists of the Azores must-sees, including detailed breakdowns of Ponta Delgada, Caldeira das Sete Cidades, the top whale and dolphin watching areas, Angra do Hero穩smo, Vale das Furnas, the best diving spots, Horta, Capelinhos, Algar do Carv瓊o and Paisagem da Cultura da Vinha da Ilha do Pico - The Azore's most interesting areas, with the best outdoor activities, as well as places for shopping and sightseeing - A free laminated pull-out map of the Azores featuring plans of the major towns, plus four color island maps - Streetsmart advice get ready, get around, and stay safe - A lightweight format perfect for your pocket or bag when you're on the move DK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travelers to make the most of their breaks since 2002. Staying for longer and looking for a more comprehensive guide? Try our DK Eyewitness Portugal.
Wallpaper* City Guide Venice
The fast-track guide for the design-conscious travellerWallpaper* City Guides present a tightly edited, discreetly packaged list of the best a location has to offer the design conscious traveller. Here is a precise, informative, insider's checklist of all you need to know about the world's most intoxicating cities.Whether you are staying for 48 hours or five days, visiting for business or a vacation, we've done the hard work for you, from finding the best restaurants, bars and hotels (including which rooms to request) to the most extraordinary stores and sites, and the most enticing architecture and design. Wallpaper* City Guides enable you to come away from your trip, however brief, with a real taste of the city's landscape and the satisfaction you've seen all that you should.In short, these guides act as a passport to the best the world has to offer.
Time To Go Home
Rabbi Meir Kahane wrote an entire book, Time to Go Home, published in 1972, to persuade American Jews to make their homes in Israel. The book shows the reality of Jew hatred in America; the likelihood that the current social, economic, political and psychological crisis in America would set off another Holocaust; and the rise of hate groups and their motivations. Rabbi Kahane saw the danger signs in 1971: "Governments speak of huge layoffs and breadwinners are confronted with the unique prospect of unemployment.... The cities stand under massive, cross-country threat of bankruptcy.... And the sudden economic crisis is heightened by the psychological fact that for 25 years we have lived a relatively good life and have come to look upon [it] as that which is our due. ... And so, in this year of 1971, as unemployment and fear reach the highest peaks since 1938 and when ... many millions of white, blue-collar workers face bleak and painful economic futures, the Jew must once again consider what may lie before him. People who are frightened of their economic future are desperate people and desperate people are dangerous... and all their antagonism against minorities and racial groups; all their insecurities and their pent-up rage over a world they dislike and cannot understand; all these are thrown into the witches' brew from which comes forth an explosion. That explosion means the destruction of democratic civilization and the substitution of a brutal, tyrannical totalitarianism. America ... is in great danger and the Jew in the greatest of perils." Reviewer Reuben Gross wrote: "Anticipating the outcry his book is bound to stir, Rabbi Kahane points out that Jabotinsky was called a fool for crying out in the 30s 'Jews, get moving. There is no time. A fire is burning, get out.' Considerable patience is not required to read this book. Rabbi Kahane's writing combines first-rate journalistic fluency with a touch of rabbinic rhetoric and well-organized forensic persuasiveness." Time to Go Home concludes with a practical program for American aliya and ends with the words, "Home. It calls us. Let us return."
Running with Reindeer
Russian Lapland, a region of amazing contrasts. Here lies the last true wilderness of Europe, a rich and pristine ecosystem teeming with bird and animal life. But here too lie the dark, satanic mills of the former Soviet Union and the rotting remnants of nuclear submarines. Running with Reindeer is the first account in over a century to describe life in this harsh but beautiful land. Living among remote reindeer-herding and hunting families, Roger Took spends a decade following the lives and traditions of the indigenous Lapps, or Saami. He meets pioneering villagers descended from medieval Novgorod fur-traders who are now learning to cope with the new economy, and the men and women originally forced north to mine Russian Lapland's fabulous mineral wealth but are now unemployed and stranded. Avoiding the still vigilant security services, he explores the naval bases where nuclear-powered submarines are lying dangerously neglected. His encounters with the land and its inhabitants are dramatic and comical as well as emotionally disturbing and physically dangerous. Moving between the lines of the official histories, coping with arduous Arctic conditions, he writes compellingly, offering a vivid account of a unique part of Europe.
In the Steps of the Master
Here, in the spirit of Bruce Feiler's beloved bestseller Walking the Bible, is a portrait of the Holy Land as a physical embodiment of faith. Dramatically conjuring the beauty of Israel's countryside, In the Steps of the Master also evokes the all-consuming passions and deep-rooted mysteries of Jerusalem -- and while much has changed, as Morton says, the essential nature of the sites he visits has not.
A Traveller in Italy
The Tuscan landscape, writes H. V. Morton, "is embroidered everywhere by human living, and there is scarcely a hill, a stream, a grove of trees, without its story of God, of love or death." Morton's stories and observations of Tuscany, Lombardy, Emilia, and Veneto, whether relating to the fantastic reconstruction of the La Scala opera house or the superstitious lovers at Juliet's Tomb, make his style as engaging as the landscape and people he evokes.
Frommer’s Day by Day Lisbon
Map your own adventure in Portugal's vibrant capital city with Frommer's Lisbon Day by Day. Portable, up-to-date, and to-the-point, the guide offers a slew of itineraries designed to maximize your time in this one-of-a-kind destination. The book is packed with color photos as well as bulleted maps leading the way from sight to sight. Featuring a full range of thematic and neighborhood tours, plus dining, lodging, shopping, nightlife, and practical visitor info, Lisbon Day by Day is a priceless tool when it comes to getting the most from your trip. Inside the book: - Hundreds of full-color photos and dozens of maps - One- to three-day itineraries covering all of Lisbon's top sights, such as medieval towers and Age of Discovery landmarks, as well as can't-miss experiences like listening to mournful fado tunes performed by locals - Star ratings for all hotels, restaurants, and attractions to clue you in on great finds and values - Tear-resistant foldout map in a handy, re-sealable plastic wallet The author of Frommer's Lisbon Day by Day is Portugal-based journalist Paul Ames, whose work has appeared at Politico, CNN, and many other publications. He is also a co-author of Frommer's Portugal. About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.
Footprint Malaga & Costa Del Sol
Sample some of Andaluc穩a's finest seafood, admire an ancient Roman theatre and enjoy a beer in an old-fashioned bar. M獺laga is best known for the legions of sun worshippers that visit each year, but there is much more to this cosmopolitan province. Gaze in to the dizzying depths of El Tajo gorge when you visit Ronda, enjoy the charm of white-washed villages where time has stood still, and admire the surreal rocks of the inland mountain ranges which have been twisted into odd shapes and sizes. Footprint M獺laga & Costa del Sol covers all the little-known gems that are often overlooked in this much-visited province, as well as popular destinations. Includes detailed information on sights and attractions and fascinating insights into the history and culture of the province. -Essentials section with practical advice on getting around. -Highlights map so you know what not to miss. -Comprehensive listings including where to have fun, sleep and eat the best tapas. -Detailed street maps for M獺laga and other important towns. -Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprint guide will help you get the most out of M獺laga without weighing you down.,
Bradt Faroe Islands
This new, thoroughly updated 5th edition of Bradt's Faroe Islands remains the only English-language guide to this isolated, unspoiled archipelago, home to T籀rshavn, the world's smallest capital, and where there are twice as many sheep as people. Bradt's Faroe Islands offers detailed information about all 18 islands and the breathtaking landscapes which never fail to inspire visitors, from the highest sea cliffs in Europe at Enniberg on the island of Vi簸oy to the dramatic seascapes at Akraberg, the southernmost point of the Faroes. There's hands-on information about where to stay and eat, how to get around - be it by local ferry, helicopter or your own hire car - and what to see and do. Also included are details of how to reach even the remotest corners by bus using a travel card, the latest information on falling seabird numbers in the North Atlantic, and details of where to go sea angling and horseriding. Suggestions for visiting the island of Su簸uroy are detailed, plus there are updated reviews of all accommodation, eating and drinking options. Fourteen clear and easy-to-use maps are also featured. Written by expert author James Proctor, who has been visiting the Faroes since 1992, this latest edition includes all the most recent developments and provides all the information needed for a successful trip. Within the islands themselves, Bradt's Faroe Islands is recognised as the definitive source of information about the Faroes in the English language - and is widely respected as such. Whether you're visiting for the amazing birdlife, to walk some of Europe's least-known hiking trails or simply to sample real village life among the houses painted in a m礙l矇e of reds, yellows and blues, Bradt's Faroe Islands is the perfect companion.
Russian
If you're looking to learn Russian fast without having to go through boring textbooks, then keep reading... Are you sick and tired of not being able to learn Russian fast?Have you tried endless other ways of learning Russian but nothing seems to stick?Do you finally want to say goodbye to your tendency to 'forget most of what you've studied' and discover something which works for you?If so, then you've come to the right place. You see, Russian could be easier than you think.This book is an entrance into the world of the Russian language and in it, you will: Learn how to pronounce the Russian language sounds and how they differ from the English language Get an idea of the Russian alphabet and reading rules Learn about Russian basic grammar structures Acquire a useful vocabulary base to introduce yourself to a Russian speaker Learn to have efficient and simple conversations and ask basic questions And much, much more! In essence, this book will help you communicate and give you an overview of the language. The primary focus of this book is on phrases and constructions, which you can use in everyday communications. Moreover, along with vocabulary, basic grammar concepts are included. Although Russian grammar is considered--and justifiably so--to be quite complicated and some difficulties lurk even at the beginning level, this book will address it in small portions and illustrate the rules with vocabulary items so that you can easily get the picture. Each chapter contains small and simple dialogues that will help you practice new words and grammatical constructions, and at the same time, gain some phrases to try in conversations with Russian speakers. Some vocabulary, as well as grammar points, will be repeated throughout the book and the dialogues--so you will naturally have no choice but to learn it. Here's just a fraction of the topics you'll discover: Russian Letters and Sounds Basic Grammar Principles and Speech Etiquette Pronouns and Verbs Introduction Into Grammar Cases and Talking About Yourself - Part 1 Grammar Cases and Talking About Yourself - Part 2 Plurals and Numerals Going Around a City; Transport; and Restaurants Emergency situations And much, much more! So if you want to learn the Russian language fast, then scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!
Rick Steves Vienna- Salzburg & Tirol
Marvel at elegant architecture, explore stunning Alpine countryside, and get to know a unique culture: Austria's top cities are yours to explore with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Vienna, Salzburg & Tirol you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for spending two weeks or more exploring Vienna, Salzburg and Tirol Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems, from Mozart's house, the Vienna State Opera, and stunning Hapsburg palaces to the eerie Bone Chapel and the oldest salt mine in the world How to connect with culture: Sip a beer brewed onsite by monks, nibble a Sacher torte in a corner caf矇, or catch a concert at a historic classical music venueBeat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insightThe best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of wineSelf-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Detailed maps and directions, including a fold-out map for exploring on the goUseful resources including a packing list, a German phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended readingOver 500 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you downComplete, up-to-date information on Vienna, the Danube Valley, Bratislava, Slovakia, Salzburg and Berchtesgaden, Hallstatt and the Salzkammergut, Innsbruck, Bavaria and Western Tirol, the Italian Dolomites, and moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Vienna, Salzburg & Tirol.Have less than a week to explore? Check out Rick Steves Pocket Vienna or Rick Steves Pocket Munich & Salzburg!
Behind Putin’s Curtain
An unconventional travelogue of a country that inspires both fear and fascination."In the late summer of 2016," writes award-winning travel writer Stephan Orth, "a journey to Russia feels like visiting enemy territory."In this humorous and thought-provoking book, Orth ventures through that vast and mysterious territory to uncover the real, unfiltered Russia not seen in today's headlines: authentic, bizarre, dangerous, and beautiful. Sidestepping the well-trod tourist path, he travels the country from Moscow to Vladivostok--across seven time zones and almost 9,500 kilometers--making stops in Chechnya, Saint Petersburg, Siberia, and beyond. Staying with an eclectic array of hosts, he bumps into gun nuts, Internet conspiracy theorists, faux shamans, and Putin fans; learns to drive in death-defying Russian style; and discovers how to cure hangovers by sniffing rye bread. But he also sees a darker side of the country, witnessing firsthand the effects of Putin's influence in the run-up to the 2016 American election and the power of propaganda in this "post-fact" era.Weaving everything together with thoughtfulness and warmth, Orth follows the acclaimed Couchsurfing in Iran with yet another complex, funny, and personal travelogue--a colorful portrait of a fascinating and misunderstood country.
Walking and Trekking in the Zagori
A guidebook to 30 day walks, plus 3 mini-treks, in the Zagori region of north-western Greece. Taking in both the stunning mountain scenery of the Pindos and the region's historic architecture, the graded routes range from easy strolls on clear waymarked paths to strenuous mountain hikes calling for good fitness, route-finding skills and experience in high mountain terrain. The day walks vary from 3 to 24km (2-15 miles) and can be enjoyed in 1-8 hours; the treks span 2-3 days. Routes are split between five geographical areas covering central Zagori; Vikos Gorge; Mount Timfi; Konitsa and Mount Smolikas; and Valia Calda National Park and Metsovo. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 mappingGPX files available for download Local points of interest, plus history, geology, plants and wildlife Includes the Drakolimni 'Dragonlakes' and ascents of Mount Smolikas (Greece's second highest mountain) and Mount Timfi Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket
On The Way
When William (Dub) Brooks and George Sayre first met, they soon realized they shared a mutual love for Ireland's northwest coast. One had a passion for writing verse. The other had a love of photography. They decided to spend a month together in Ireland viewing with their separate lenses and combining their views in this book. There were four driving mechanisms.Most of us dream of taking a "time out" to go on a journey. Virgil and Dante come to mind.The two authors have a yearning to see Ireland again but in a differing light. It would cover thirty-three days of grand effort and joyous exploration. That prism being also enhanced by the frame of raw winter. Who knew a Nor'easter would blow through the island and captivate and intrigue the people in the grip of HY's unique brand of cold? It certainly added flavor and character to the sojourn. The basis of our journey was threefold. One was to capture the powerful hues and chromas of Ireland. No other land hosts such verdancy. The second was to trace the various and sundry foot paths of W. B. Yates, writer after the Irish manner, romantic and modernist, dramatist, poet, and passionate believer who proclaimed Ireland's wondrous brand of seeing and expression.Dromahair (Lough Gill), Drumcliff, and Sligo being our northwestern home base.Lastly we wanted to follow and appreciate the establishments and creative works of St. Cohlumncille, artist and author of Celtic Christian communities and hand-drawn books from the sixth century CE.We hope that our journey inspires your own freeing journey of the heart that allows each of us to realize and to expand our inner horizons and to liberate our souls' deep desire to see.
