Nepal (Globetrotter Trekking & Climbing Guides) (Trekking & Climbing Guides)
by Steve Razzetti
Is Nothing Sacred? Making Money as a Wedding Priest in China
by Christian D Taulkinghorn
Bangkok & the Eastern Seaboard ofThailand Frommer's ShortCuts give you exactlywhat you need for your trip to Bangkok & the Eastern Seaboardof Thailand-and no more. In this ebook, you'll get the sameexpert advice that you'll find in all Frommer's guides, from candidreviews and detailed maps to insider tips from our local authors.Plus, we've added planning and background information as wellas our signature "Best of " features. ThisFrommer's ShortCuts to Bangkok & the Eastern Seaboard ofTha...
A fascinating political travelogue that traces the life and work of George Orwell, author of 1984 and ANIMAL FARM, in Southeast Asia Over the years the American writer Emma Larkin has spent traveling in Burma, also known as Myanmar, she's come to know all too well the many ways this brutal police state can be described as "Orwellian." The life of the mind exists in a state of siege in Burma, and it long has. But Burma's connection to George Orwell is not merely metaphorical; it is much deeper an...
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Vietnam: Unique experiences to string together an unforgettable trip Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout Highlights and trip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests Fresh perspectives to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights Insider tips help you discover hidden gems and get around like a local Expert insights take you to the heart of the place - food,...
This title in the 'Green Guide' series is an indispensable guide to the natural and cultural attractions of Thailand: bustling Bangkok, spectacular northern mountains, tropical beaches and islands in the south.
The little book that packs a big punch, the Qatar Mini Visitors' Guide may fit in your pocket but it's bursting with information on this emerging island nation. With excellent maps to aid exploring, a comprehensive shopping chapter with insider info on the best buys, details of sports and spas, and reviews of restaurants and the nightlife, this is an indispensable guide to an one of the most fascinating countries in the Gulf.
Hiroshige 53 Stations of the Tōkaidō
by Cristina Berna and Eric Thomsen
Chinese Philosophy - Simple Guides (Simple Guides) (Simple Guides S.)
by Peter Nancarrow
THIS BOOK WILL HELP YOU * to appreciate the variety, subtlety and wisdom of a unique philosophical tradition * to understand the major schools of thought that have shaped Chinese civilization * to draw on a rich cultural resource for different perspectives on questions of our time * to recognize traditional concepts that continue to inform Chinese thinking today China, an emerging superpower, is heir to an ancient civilization that owes little to outside influences. This compelling introduction...