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Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"A travel narrative following three ancient roads and looking at more than two thousand years of history of Ancient Rome through the modern eye. In 66 B.C., young, ambitious Julius Caesar, seeking recognition and authority, became the curator of the Via Appia. He borrowed significant sums to restore the ancient highway. It was a way to curry favor from Roman citizens in villages along the route, built from Rome to Brindisi between 312-191 B.C. He...
Author
Publisher
Artisan, a division of Workman Publishing Co., Inc
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Explore the art of mindful travel with Kinfolk, the pioneers in "slow living," their philosophy of simplicity, authenticity, intentionality and community. With nearly 450,000 copies in print, the Kinfolk series has applied this philosophy to entertaining (The Kinfolk Table), interior design (The Kinfolk Home), and living with nature (The Kinfolk Garden). Now they have turned their attention to "slow travel," offering readers a road map for planning...
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Language
English
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For thousands of years, the Tigris has acted as a lung exhaling life into Mesopotamia. Its cycles of flooding created seasons of plenty and seasons of scarcity. Water was once everywhere, from the northern mountains to the southern marshlands. But it is now beginning to falter, becoming clogged and erratic, and the changing climate is bringing environmental instability to the countries that rely on it. During the pandemic, in 2020, Leon McCarron travelled...
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Series
Before the coffee gets cold volume 4
Language
English
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Description
The regulars at the magical Café Funiculi Funicula are well acquainted with its famous legend and extraordinary time-travel offer. Many patrons have reunited with old flames, made amends with estranged family and visited loved ones. But the journey is not without risks, and there are rules to follow. In the tradition of Toshikazu Kawaguchi's sensational Before the Coffee Gets Cold Series, readers will once again be introduced to a new set of visitors:...
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Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
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Description
"Set in a not-too-distant America, I Cheerfully Refuse is the tale of a bereaved and pursued musician embarking under sail on a sentient Lake Superior in search of his departed, deeply beloved, bookselling wife. Rainy, an endearing bear of an Orphean narrator, seeks refuge in the harbors, fogs, and remote islands of the inland sea. Encountering lunatic storms and rising corpses from the warming depths, Rainy finds on land an increasingly desperate...
6) Mother, nature: a 5,000-mile journey to discover if a mother and son can survive their differences
Author
Publisher
Convergent
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"In this poignant memoir from the New York Times bestselling author of To Shake the Sleeping Self, a forty-year-old gay man and his eccentric conservative mother travel the country together and find surprising answers to our generational and cultural rifts. When his mother, Barbara, turned seventy, Jedidiah Jenkins was reminded of a palpable, sobering truth: Our parents won't live forever. For years, he and Barbara had talked about taking a trip together,...
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Discover your next great adventure in this beautifully illustrated guide to the world's best travel destinations"--
Whether you're planning a one-of-a-kind getaway, or an armchair adventurer, National Geographic has curated the ultimate traveler's treasure of top trips around the globe. From the coastal treasures of Portugal's Azores to the skyscrapers of Tokyo-- and everywhere in between-- you'll discover road trips and destinations that will inspire...
8) Madagascar
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Series
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Lonely Planet's Madagascar is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Spot chameleons and lemurs in national parks, haggle like a local in Antananarivo, and snorkel incredible coral reefs; all with your trusted travel companion.
Publisher
Frommer Media
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"With helpful advice and honest recommendations from Frommer's expert authors, you'll walk among the ancient ruins of Pompeii, float along the canals of Venice, appreciate Renaissance masterworks in Florence, explore off-the-beaten-path Puglia and live la dolce vita in Rome--as well as discover timeless wonders such as the vineyards of Tuscany and cliff-top towns perched along the Amalfi Coast and the Cinque Terre."--Publisher.
10) Ireland
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Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Whether you're seeking the surreal beauty of the Giant's Causeway, the historic halls of Trinity College, or the perfect pub to enjoy a pint of Guinness, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Ireland has to offer. Small but spectacular, the Emerald Isle dazzles from coast to coast. Beloved by Hollywood filmmakers, Ireland's dramatic beauty is instantly recognizable to visitors as the scene-stealing scenery of Star Wars...
11) India
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Discover the soaring Himalayas, explore fantastic forts and the rich cultural heritage of India Whether you want to be awed by the scenic landscapes, relax on the beaches of Goa, or marvel at the majestic Taj Mahal, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that India has to offer. India is a treasure trove of things to see and experience. Packed full of ancient palaces and temples, museums and historic monuments, it has been...
12) Morocco
Series
Publisher
APA Publications Ltd UK
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"This Insight Guide is a lavishly illustrated inspirational travel guide to Morocco and a beautiful souvenir of your trip. Perfect for travelers looking for a deeper dive into the destination's history and culture, it's ideal to inspire and help you plan your travels. With its great selection of places to see and colorful magazine-style layout, this Morocco guidebook is just the tool you need to accompany you before or during your trip. Whether it's...
13) Bhutan
Author
Series
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Lonely Planet's Bhutan is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Join the pilgrims at Changangkha Lhakhang, Hike to Taktshang Goemba, and explore the weekend market at Thimpu; all with your trusted travel companion"--Publisher's description.
14) Borneo
Author
Series
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Lonely Planet's Borneo is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Dive with sea turtles on the Semporna Archipelago, visit the water village of Kampung Ayer, or hang with the orangutans at Tanjung Puting National Park; all with your trusted travel companion.
15) Fiji
Author
Series
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Lonely Planet's Fiji is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Say bula to the locals at a dance ceremony; trek to hidden waterfalls on 'Garden Island' Taveuni or ride a bamboo raft through the Namosi Highlands; all with your trusted travel companion.
16) Guatemala
Author
Series
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Lonely Planet's Guatemala is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Vistsit Tika's monumental restored temples, admire picture-postcard vistas in Antigua or hike Lago de Atitlan's lake shore trails; all with your trusted travel companion.
17) Jamaica
Author
Series
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Lonely Planet's Jamaica is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Dance to the island's reggae soundtrack, go snorkelling at delicate Lime Cay, or swim in the cool mountain pools of Reach Falls; all with your trusted travel companion.
18) Portugal
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Your once-in-a-lifetime trip to sun-soaked Portugal starts here! Whether you are looking for world--renowned beaches, serene hilltop villages, verdant islands or captivating cities--Portugal has it all! This DK Eyewitness travel guide will take you through everything you need to see and do in this gorgeous country"--
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
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Cursed with immortality at the age of 9, but with a requirement that she stays in perpetual motion, Aubry flees Paris and embarks on a century-spanning, globe-trotting odyssey, seeking a cure and discovering a world beyond the boundaries of time and space.
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