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"Where the Strange Trails Go Down" is the travel memoirs of journalist and travel writer E. Alexander Powell, about his trip to Asia in 1920. Powell's party travelled through Siam, Cambodia, Annam, Cochin-China, the Malay States, the Straits Settlements, Sumatra, Java, Bali, Celebes, Borneo and Sulu. He intended that the book should be a light-hearted, care-free, casual narrative to excite readers who he refers to as, 'those who are condemned by circumstance...
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Ready to turn the page from a life of 'what ifs'? Embark on a journey through "Escapes or Renew: Can Traveling Do Both?" and unlock the secrets of how travel can be your gateway to mental wellness and profound happiness.
This book is not a travel guide; it's a manifesto for anyone who has felt the tug of wanderlust but is entangled in the web of 'too busy,' 'too broke,' or 'too rooted in reality to travel.'
Discover the truths that debunk...
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"Tales from the Trail: Hiking Adventures and Exploration" offers readers an exhilarating journey through the great outdoors. This captivating collection of stories follows adventurers as they trek along winding trails, traverse rugged landscapes, and immerse themselves in the wonders of nature. From conquering challenging peaks to discovering hidden gems off the beaten path, each narrative captures the spirit of hiking and the thrill of exploration....
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"Between Two Worlds: Cultural Encounters and Experiences" is a captivating anthology that delves into the rich tapestry of cross-cultural interactions and experiences. Through a series of poignant narratives, this book explores the complexities and nuances of navigating between different cultures, languages, and traditions. From heartwarming moments of connection to eye-opening encounters with unfamiliar customs, each story offers a glimpse into the...
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"In the Footsteps of Explorers: Retracing Historic Journeys" invites readers on a captivating voyage of discovery as modern-day adventurers retrace the paths of historic explorers. This fascinating book chronicles the exhilarating expeditions of intrepid travelers who embark on epic quests to follow in the footsteps of legendary pioneers. From navigating treacherous seas to trekking through remote wilderness, each narrative offers a vivid depiction...
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Excerpt: "The subject of Religious Origins is a fascinating one, as the great multitude of books upon it, published in late years, tends to show. Indeed the great difficulty to-day in dealing with the subject, lies in the very mass of the material to hand-and that not only on account of the labor involved in sorting the material, but because the abundance itself of facts opens up temptation to a student in this department of Anthropology (as happens...
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Hop into Artie's black cab for a whirlwind tour of London, past and present! Memoirs of a London Cabbie is a heartwarming and humorous collection of anecdotes told by Artie Billings, a seasoned London cabbie, who has witnessed the city transform over decades. Through his passengers' journeys - from nervous brides to celebrity encounters, passionate activists to nostalgic couples - Artie weaves a tapestry of laughter, love, and historical echoes. Discover:Memorable...
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Cette expédition dans la Pacifique sud n'était pas ma première, mais fut définitivement différente de toute autre aventure passée dans la région. Nouvelle-Zélande, Tonga, Fidjis, Samoa, Australie, et Nouvelle-Calédonie.
Rencontrer des guerriers maoris en Nouvelle-Zélande, des danseurs samoans, des plongeurs calédoniens, des autochtones tongiens et de nombreux peuples si différents et si intéressants, fut sans doute le volet le plus enrichissant....
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The Monsoon shakes and shudders within many a varied landscape…
Come and find yourself along the back lanes of the world's most intense cities. Visit the tribal longhouses of the headhunter tribes of Borneo; be enchanted by the steaming hot jungle ruins of Asia. Ponder the lives of the women of India and Myanmar as 'change' stalks the landscape. Meander along the soothing waters of the Mekong in Laos, dodge Yala's leopards and elephants. Be invited...
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An irreverent homage to the '95 travel classic, from the author of The Gran TourIn 2013, travel writer Ben Aitken decided to follow in the footsteps of his hero - literally - and started a journey around the UK, tracing the trip taken by Bill Bryon in his classic tribute to the British Isles, Notes from a Small Island.Staying at the same hotels, ordering the same food, and even spending the same amount of time in the bath, Aitken's homage - updated...
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For over four decades, Cameron McNeish has chronicled Scotland's majestic landscapes and the outdoor communities who inhabit them. While much has changed, especially in terms of conservation and access, the hills themselves remain little altered, as do the reasons people visit them. In this collection of essays and diary entries, Cameron shines the light of experience on memory, and renews his vision, keen to share his insights with the many people...
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Himalaya is one of the world's most extraordinary geophysical, historical, environmental and social regions. Historian John Keay introduces us to the myriad mysteries of this vast, confounding and utterly fascinating corner of the planet, and makes the case that it is one of our most essential – and endangered – wonders.More rugged and elevated than any other zone on earth, it embraces all of Tibet, six of the world's eight major mountain ranges...
17) Basic Turkish
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Basic Turkish is an introduction to the Turkish language for beginners, designed for those looking to grasp core Turkish phrases through a concise, five-session format. It starts with greetings and introductions before progressing to other common words and phrases. Turkish originated in the steppes of Central Asia, Turkish has evolved significantly over the centuries, absorbing elements from various cultures and languages due to the expansive reach...
18) Basic Romanian
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This five session language course helps complete beginners in the Romanian language get started with simple words and phrases that can easily be put to use in daily communication. The course begins with fun opportunities to practice basic greetings and responses and then progresses to broader vocabulary. This is a quick and easy way to build a basic ability to communicate in Romanian at A1 level on the CEFR scale.
The Romanian language, a Romance...
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When Captain James Bonneville left for California in May of 1832 his motives were mixed. Officially, the French-born officer was on a two-year leave of absence from the U. S. Army, but he carried orders to collect information on the geography, geology, and topography "of the Country within the limits of the Territories belonging to the United States, between our frontier, and the Pacific." No one heard from him for five years, and he was assumed he...
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