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Book SynopsisBrings together more than 200 texts and images in a broad introduction to Guatemala's history, culture, and politicsTrade Review“A lively, literate sourcebook on the politics, economy and society of Guatemala, with selections ranging from historical accounts to newspaper articles, essays, memoir excerpts and modern analysis. A volume in the excellent series of Latin American Readers, aimed at students, travelers and scholars.” - Longitude: Recommended Reading for Travelers“With an appeal to travelers, students, and scholars, The Guatemala Reader is a useful volume. As an introduction to the country and its people, it drives home some of the stark realities behind its beautiful facade.” - Ralph Lee Woodward, The Latin Americanist“This latest volume in Duke’s excellent Latin American Reader series brings us more than 200 texts and images from Guatemala providing a rounded introduction to this fascinating Central American country’s history and culture. It is the perfect point of departure from which to begin exploring this diverse and often troubled society, and Duke has also issued the weighty text as an e-book, a splendid idea for travellers armed just with a backpack and a reader that will provide them with a valuable resource without weighing them down on the way…. But the menu is literally brimming with delicious fare and it is probably unfair to single out any section. Better, in fact, to get the book and read it from cover to cover.” - EC, The Latin American Review of Books“The Guatemala Reader is captivating both because Guatemalan history is so compelling, and because the editors have done a fantastic job of choosing the texts and images to include. Their selections offer great variety in terms of vision, perspective, and genre, and their introductions to those pieces are uniformly superb.”—Steve Striffler, co-editor of The Ecuador Reader“This excellent and comprehensive collection of historical and contemporary materials about Guatemala is a seminal addition to the literature. It is brilliantly put together and its usefulness is not only for students being introduced to that country but also as a reference source for Guatemalan scholars.”—Beatriz Manz, author of Paradise in Ashes: A Guatemalan Journey of Courage, Terror, and Hope“A lively, literate sourcebook on the politics, economy and society of Guatemala, with selections ranging from historical accounts to newspaper articles, essays, memoir excerpts and modern analysis. A volume the excellent series of Latin American Readers, aimed at students, travelers and scholars.” * Longitude *“This latest volume in Duke’s excellent Latin American Reader series brings us more than 200 texts and images from Guatemala providing a rounded introduction to this fascinating Central American country’s history and culture. It is the perfect point of departure from which to begin exploring this diverse and often troubled society, and Duke has also issued the weighty text as an e-book, a splendid idea for travellers armed just with a backpack and a reader that will provide them with a valuable resource without weighing them down on the way…. But the menu is literally brimming with delicious fare and it is probably unfair to single out any section. Better, in fact, to get the book and read it from cover to cover.” -- EC * Latin American Review of Books *“With an appeal to travelers, students, and scholars, The Guatemala Reader is a useful volume. As an introduction to the country and its people, it drives home some of the stark realities behind its beautiful facade.” -- Ralph Lee Woodward * The Latin Americanist *"The task of selecting just two hundred texts to represent six centuries of human history is daunting; nevertheless, in the hands of some of the top scholars of Guatemala, the result is tremendous. By simultaneously making a case for the study of Guatemala’s pasts and presenting key questions that are likely to determine its future, Grandin, Levenson, and Oglesby have created a resource that will be important for students of Guatemala for many years to come." -- Heather Vrana * Ethnohistory *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations xv Acknowledgments xxi Introduction 1 I. The Maya: Before the Europeans 11 II. Invasion and Colonialism 39 III. A Caffeinated Modernism 107 IV. Ten Years of Spring and Beyond 197 V. Roads to Revolution 281 VI. Intent to Destroy 361 VII. An Unsettled Peace 441 VIII. Maya Movements 501 IX. The Sixth Century 545 Suggestions for Further Reading 625 Acknowledgment of Copyrights and Sources 641 Index 653

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Book SynopsisThis reader brings together more than 200 texts and images in a broad introduction to Guatemala''s history, culture, and politics. In choosing the selections, the editors sought to avoid representing the country only in terms of its long experience of conflict, racism, and violence. And so, while offering many perspectives on that violence, this anthology portrays Guatemala as a real place where people experience joys and sorrows that cannot be reduced to the contretemps of resistance and repression. It includes not only the opinions of politicians, activists, and scholars, but also poems, songs, plays, jokes, novels, short stories, recipes, art, and photographs that capture the diversity of everyday life in Guatemala. The editors introduce all of the selections, from the first piece, an excerpt from the Popol Vuh, a mid-sixteenth-century text believed to be the single most important source documenting pre-Hispanic Maya culture, through the final selections, which explore contempoTrade Review“A lively, literate sourcebook on the politics, economy and society of Guatemala, with selections ranging from historical accounts to newspaper articles, essays, memoir excerpts and modern analysis. A volume in the excellent series of Latin American Readers, aimed at students, travelers and scholars.” - Longitude: Recommended Reading for Travelers“With an appeal to travelers, students, and scholars, The Guatemala Reader is a useful volume. As an introduction to the country and its people, it drives home some of the stark realities behind its beautiful facade.” - Ralph Lee Woodward, The Latin Americanist“This latest volume in Duke’s excellent Latin American Reader series brings us more than 200 texts and images from Guatemala providing a rounded introduction to this fascinating Central American country’s history and culture. It is the perfect point of departure from which to begin exploring this diverse and often troubled society, and Duke has also issued the weighty text as an e-book, a splendid idea for travellers armed just with a backpack and a reader that will provide them with a valuable resource without weighing them down on the way…. But the menu is literally brimming with delicious fare and it is probably unfair to single out any section. Better, in fact, to get the book and read it from cover to cover.” - EC, The Latin American Review of Books“The Guatemala Reader is captivating both because Guatemalan history is so compelling, and because the editors have done a fantastic job of choosing the texts and images to include. Their selections offer great variety in terms of vision, perspective, and genre, and their introductions to those pieces are uniformly superb.”—Steve Striffler, co-editor of The Ecuador Reader“This excellent and comprehensive collection of historical and contemporary materials about Guatemala is a seminal addition to the literature. It is brilliantly put together and its usefulness is not only for students being introduced to that country but also as a reference source for Guatemalan scholars.”—Beatriz Manz, author of Paradise in Ashes: A Guatemalan Journey of Courage, Terror, and Hope“A lively, literate sourcebook on the politics, economy and society of Guatemala, with selections ranging from historical accounts to newspaper articles, essays, memoir excerpts and modern analysis. A volume the excellent series of Latin American Readers, aimed at students, travelers and scholars.” * Longitude *“This latest volume in Duke’s excellent Latin American Reader series brings us more than 200 texts and images from Guatemala providing a rounded introduction to this fascinating Central American country’s history and culture. It is the perfect point of departure from which to begin exploring this diverse and often troubled society, and Duke has also issued the weighty text as an e-book, a splendid idea for travellers armed just with a backpack and a reader that will provide them with a valuable resource without weighing them down on the way…. But the menu is literally brimming with delicious fare and it is probably unfair to single out any section. Better, in fact, to get the book and read it from cover to cover.” -- EC * Latin American Review of Books *“With an appeal to travelers, students, and scholars, The Guatemala Reader is a useful volume. As an introduction to the country and its people, it drives home some of the stark realities behind its beautiful facade.” -- Ralph Lee Woodward * The Latin Americanist *"The task of selecting just two hundred texts to represent six centuries of human history is daunting; nevertheless, in the hands of some of the top scholars of Guatemala, the result is tremendous. By simultaneously making a case for the study of Guatemala’s pasts and presenting key questions that are likely to determine its future, Grandin, Levenson, and Oglesby have created a resource that will be important for students of Guatemala for many years to come." -- Heather Vrana * Ethnohistory *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations xv Acknowledgments xxi Introduction 1 I. The Maya: Before the Europeans 11 II. Invasion and Colonialism 39 III. A Caffeinated Modernism 107 IV. Ten Years of Spring and Beyond 197 V. Roads to Revolution 281 VI. Intent to Destroy 361 VII. An Unsettled Peace 441 VIII. Maya Movements 501 IX. The Sixth Century 545 Suggestions for Further Reading 625 Acknowledgment of Copyrights and Sources 641 Index 653

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Book SynopsisThis lively compilation of testimonies, journalism, scholarship, political tracts, literature, and illustrations conveys Paraguay's rich history and cultural heritage, as well as its struggles against underdevelopment, foreign intervention, poverty, inequality, and authoritarianism.Trade Review“Peter Lambert and Andrew Nickson have written a wonderfully engaging and useful text that addresses Paraguay’s fascinating and complicated history, replete with unique linguistics and national identity, and rich cultural heritage. . . . The lack of information about Paraguay is palpable.Nonetheless, Lambert and Nickson have corrected this oversight with a text that is bound to find an audience with undergraduate students, future Peace Corps volunteers . . . travelers, missionaries, businesspersons, and diplomats.” -- Bridget María Chesterton * A Contracorriente *“At its best, The Paraguay Reader puts oppositional texts next to each other, not resolving the cacophony of voices but instead allowing the tensions to stand. As such, the compilation serves as an introductory overview for historians, regionalists, and social scientists; but, as the first English-language text of its kind, The Paraguay Reader will also be an important text for Paraguayanists.” -- Christine Folch * Hispanic American Historical Review *“Overall, the editors offer an indispensable guide to an important topic. A must-have for any academic library. Summing up: Essential.” -- K.A. Tyvela * Choice *“This excellent collection of literary artefacts and historical texts and reportage lifts this veil of mystery and shines a light on the country’s hidden hinterland, providing the reader with genuinely interesting insights into a country and society that is poorly understood in South America itself, let alone in the rest of the world.” -- Gavin O’Toole * Latin American Review of Books *“Many of the accounts are being made accessible in English for the first time and thus provide an invaluable resource on the subjects treated, one that has no parallel in the current literature. All of the accounts are preceded by introductions that prepare the reader for the historical significance of the piece.” -- Leonard Rinchiuso * Journal of Latin American Geography *“The Paraguay Reader is a much needed and therefore welcome contribution to the practically nonexistent field of Paraguayan studies. Anyone who wishes to better understand Paraguay will find this book indispensable.” -- Marcelino Viera-Ramos * The Latin Americanist *“The Paraguay Reader is an excellent compilation of literature, folklore, anecdote, reportage and academic research. It illustrates the indomitable capacity of the Paraguayan people.” -- Ed Hart * Sounds and Colours *"The editors do an admirable job of compiling primary sources and analytical essays on the history, politics, and culture of this small, landlocked, poorly understood nation. Undoubtedly the most comprehensive and accessible introduction to Paraguay available in English, The Paraguay Reader both explains and complicates the country’s fabled uniqueness." -- Christine Mathias * Ethnohistory *“For readers seeking an introduction to Paraguayan history and instructors interested in incorporating a tremendous range of source materials in the classroom, The Paraguay Reader is an excellent resource.” -- Caroline E. Schuster * Journal of Latin American and Caribbean Anthropology *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations ix Acknowledgments xi Introduction 1 I. The Birth of Paraguay 11 II. The Nationalist Experiment 53 III. A Slow Recovery 129 IV. From the Chaco War to the Civil War 193 V. Dictatorship and Resistance 235 VI. A Transition in Search of Democracy 321 VII. What Does It Mean to Be Paraguayan? 383 Epilogue: The Impeachment of President Fernando Lugo 451 Suggestions for Further Reading 457 Acknowledgment of Copyright and Sources 463 Index 471

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Book SynopsisPacked with images, first-person accounts, short stories, historical documents, speeches, treaties, essays, poems, and songs, this Reader is an unprecedented introduction to the historical, cultural, and political permutations that have created contemporary Bangladesh.Trade Review“This revelatory volume brings alive Bangladesh’s tormented history and vibrant culture through a selection of excerpts and illustrations from works of history, journalism, literature, and visual art.” -- Andrew J. Nathan * Foreign Affairs *“Here are the key reasons I found the volume very useful: (a) before this, the history of Bangladesh was a mere appendage to what happened in India and later Pakistan. Its politics was looked at as a mere response to the stimuli provided by India and Pakistan. This book is the first attempt on a grand scale to make the history and politics of Bangladesh stand on its own feet, (b) it is as wide as it is deep. It is wide in the sense that it covers the entire history of this nation from the ancient times until today.” -- Subhajyoti Ray * Economic and Political Weekly *“This is a unique, impressive and imaginative approach to compiling a volume of this nature. . . . Does The Bangladesh Reader fulfill and even exceed our expectations at times? Insofar as it is possible to compile a general text on the eighth most populous nation on earth, the answer is an emphatic yes.' -- Ali Raza * Dawn *“The essays, stories, reports, documents, photographs and cartoons in this volume offer an escape from the stereotypes and a real encounter with the country and its people. The way the editors have ensured this is remarkably refreshing. The result is more rewarding than dry academic research or journalistic simplifications.” -- Ashishis Chakrabarti * Telegraph India *“The latest addition to Duke University Press’ World Readers series is a gem. It offers both general readers and specialists an unprecedented and much-needed array of information, voices, images and perspectives on Bangladesh’s history, politics and culture. . . . Overall, this is a hugely impressive feat of scholarship for which the two editors should be congratulated.” -- David Lewis * Pacific Affairs *"The Reader is exceptional because of the eyes of the editors for details of everyday life and the pot-pourri nature of the entries. ...The two distinguished scholars compile the rich narratives with an eye for the ordinary. It is this subaltern view that gives the Reader its distinctive character. While other compilers look for the contributions of the most scholarly and the well-known writers, the Reader provides voices to the voiceless, it gives them a rightful place, and they remain not in the margin, but in the mainstream. The weaving of the illustrations, reports, stories and scholarly pieces produce a compendium that should be a mandatory reading for anyone interested in understanding where and how Bangladesh came from. The innovative style of this compendium is of great value and the Reader sets a standard for inclusivity." -- Habibul Haque Khondker * Asian Journal of Social Science *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations xi Ackowledgments xv Introduction 1 I. Voices from Bangladesh 7 II. Early Histories 31 III. Colonial Encounters 71 IV. Partition and Pakistan 157 V. War and Independence 221 VI. Dilemmas of Nationhood 291 VII. Contemporary Culture 367 VIII. The Development Gaze 411 IX. Bangladesh beyond Borders 469 Suggestions for Further Reading 521 Acknowledgment of Copyrights and Sources 527 Index 541

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Book SynopsisMore than eighty absorbing texts and images shed light on South Africa's diverse peoples, its first two decades as a democracy, and the forces that have shaped its history and pose challenges to its future.Trade ReviewIf there’s one book that succeeds in drawing the many strands of South Africa’s rich political history together into a single volume, this is it. . . . The South Africa Reader makes for gripping reading and a comprehensive treatment of the country’s exciting past and tumultuous present – a must for any eager student of South Africa.” -- Jason Hickel * LSE Review of Books *“Crais and McClendon masterfully provide a comprehensive understanding of the history, culture and politics of South Africa. Many of the selected texts and accounts were written by prominent persons who had a lasting impact in South Africa. However, what makes this book a real gem is the inclusion of less-known authors and the many cross-references. Hidden within the numerous personal accounts, the reader will find references to the larger historical context and transnational connections beyond the thematic focus of a particular text. This makes it a must- read for students interested in South Africa and a useful sourcebook for scholars working onSouth Africa.” -- Sarah Hanisch * African Studies Quarterly *“The South Africa Reader is a remarkably rich collection of primary and secondary material that will make an excellent textbook for courses in South African studies classes and an immensely handy and valuable reference work for teachers of South African literature." -- Simon Lewis * Research in African Literatures *“This important book ... brings together primary sources covering a wide range of South African history and culture. Instructors and students will find much to consider. They will also discover why South Africa and South Africans represent such a fascinating microcosm of our world.” -- Kenneth Wilburn * Journal of African History *"In a nutshell, there are many good things in this book which force the reader to commend and applaud the two editors who organised it, as well as the various authors who contributed chapters.... I unreservedly recommend this book to historians, political scientists, politicians, cultural experts, and policymakers, as well as legal and sports practitioners. Each of these professions would find something valuable from this manuscript." -- Bheki R. Mngomezulu * South African Historical Journal *"Essential reading for university students wishing to become familiar with South Africa. The collection provides the groundwork necessary for both preliminary and advanced study. It offers a comprehensive and insightful picture of South African history, culture, and politics at an affordable price." -- Yoly Zentella * Journal of Global South Studies *Table of ContentsA Note on Style xi Acknowledgments xiii Abbreviations xv Introduction 1 I. African Worlds, African Voices 9 II. Colonial Settlement, Slavery, and Peonage 33 III. Frontiers 87 IV. All That Glitters 123 V. United and Divided 197 VI. Apartheid and the Struggle for Freedom 279 VII. From Soweto to Liberation 357 VIII. Transitions and Reconiliations 473 Glossary 583 Suggestions for Further Reading 585 Acknowledgment of Copyrights and Sources 591 Index 599

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Book SynopsisRoll With It is a firsthand account of the contradictory lives of New Orleans brass-band musicians. They are celebrated as cultural icons within the music scene; outside it, they are treated as faceless black males—subject to poverty, racial marginalization, and urban violence.Trade Review“Roll With It, which includes striking black-and-white illustrations by New Orleans artist Willie Birch, is at once celebratory and saddening: a book of personal stories and a highly researched academic work.” -- Geraldine Wyckoff * Offbeat *"Sakakeeny’s approach to the tensions between continuity in change in Roll With It: Brass Bands in the Streets of New Orleans, searches past academic theories, tapping many interviews and his own experiences with musicians. . . . Roll With It deserves a wide readership in the post-Katrina boom." -- Jason Berry * New Orleans Magazine *“In addition to chronicling groups including the Rebirth Brass Brand, Sakakeeny provides a revealing look at the daily lives of musicians. . . . Detailed profiles of individual musicians make for a captivating narrative, and the book is beautifully illustrated with artwork by New Orleans native Willie Birch.” -- Scott Barretta * Clarion-Ledger *“Fascinating. . . . The musicians' personal stories are interwoven with historical information, academic reflection, and personal experience, combining to form a highly original work that creates a vivid portrait both of this musical format and the noble but beleaguered city of New Orleans.” -- Florence Wetzel * All About Jazz *“As Sakakeeny makes clear, the story of the city’s brass bands is far more complex than music alone. Beyond its entertainment value, music serves as the ‘site where competing social, political, and economic vectors intersect.’ In many ways, these vectors serve as a microcosm for the problems within the city at large.” * Kirkus Reviews *“Fascinating. . . . The musicians' personal stories are interwoven with historical information, academic reflection, and personal experience, combining to form a highly original work that creates a vivid portrait both of this musical format and the noble but beleaguered city of New Orleans.” -- Florence Wetzel * All About Jazz *“A notable work in that it’s the first critical project to chronicle New Orleans’ bombastic contemporary brass-band scene, the generation of musicians that grew up with century-old hymns in one ear and hip-hop in the other; also, and importantly, it’s a keen, social-justice-minded examination of the turbulent mix of race, economics, culture and tradition in which brass band culture is located.” -- Alison Fensterstock * Times-Picayune *“Roll With It adds a contemporary perspective to studies of New Orleans culture and music. What emerges from Sakakeeny’s book is a portrait of a city that, with all its challenges, still manages to support a vibrant musical culture.” -- John Paul Meyers * Jazz Perspectives *“Sakakeeny offers detailed accounts of parades and the inner workings of the bands. The book offers a full picture of their lives and how the city’s cultural economy works on the factory end. Sakakeeny observes the way the city celebrates its culture and especially its musicians, but the book also exposes the way many of them survive on the same earnings as low-rung service industry workers. It’s an engaging look street-level look at the bands that so often are used to represent and symbolize the city.” -- Will Coviello * Gambit *“Roll with It is an edifying, enjoyable, enlightening read and refreshing musical study. It conveys and embodies a vivaciousness, both the author’s and that of the musical people portrayed throughout the book, a movement through time and place that refuses to slow down or be diverted or silenced." -- Ron Emoff * American Anthropologist *"Roll With It is informative on many levels, detailing song structures, jazz history, neighborhood developments, and weaving information together through anecdote and research. It also poses a bigger question: If our city has economically benefitted from selling culture as a post-Katrina resource, are musicians getting what they deserve? Roll With It explores the answer.” -- Samuel Nelson * Where Y'at? *“This is a volume in which rich ethnographic detail fails to obscure the broader framework of academic theory and personal concern for both the musicians and the music. Roll With It belongs on the reading lists of all those teaching ethnomusicology or ethnography in the modern world, those whose teaching engages with popular music, race, performance, tourism and economy, and those who are concerned about the relationship between their research (or the academic world in general) and the sociopolitical (and economic and racial) realities of the worlds in which we all live.” -- Gregory Booth * Journal of Popular Music Studies *"[T]hose interested in a holistic consideration of musical products and cultural processes will find Sakakeeny’s study to be highly engaging and viscerally affecting as it exposes the oppositional forces inherent in a highly venerated—but highly volatile—performance tradition." -- David Kammerer * Ethnomusicology *Table of ContentsList of Artwork vii Prologue. Crossing the Threshold ix Introduction. Forward Motion 1 1. Onward and Upward 13 2. Constraints 69 3. Progressions 109 4. Voices 143 Conclusion. Engagements 179 Afterword. Image and Music in the Art of Willie Burch / Willie Burch and Matt Sakakeeny 187 Acknowledgments 195 Appendix. List of Interviews and Public Events 199 Notes 201 Bibliography 213 Index 227

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Book SynopsisRoll With It is a firsthand account of the contradictory lives of New Orleans brass-band musicians. They are celebrated as cultural icons within the music scene; outside it, they are treated as faceless black males—subject to poverty, racial marginalization, and urban violence.Trade Review“Roll With It, which includes striking black-and-white illustrations by New Orleans artist Willie Birch, is at once celebratory and saddening: a book of personal stories and a highly researched academic work.” -- Geraldine Wyckoff * Offbeat *"Sakakeeny’s approach to the tensions between continuity in change in Roll With It: Brass Bands in the Streets of New Orleans, searches past academic theories, tapping many interviews and his own experiences with musicians. . . . Roll With It deserves a wide readership in the post-Katrina boom." -- Jason Berry * New Orleans Magazine *“In addition to chronicling groups including the Rebirth Brass Brand, Sakakeeny provides a revealing look at the daily lives of musicians. . . . Detailed profiles of individual musicians make for a captivating narrative, and the book is beautifully illustrated with artwork by New Orleans native Willie Birch.” -- Scott Barretta * Clarion-Ledger *“Fascinating. . . . The musicians' personal stories are interwoven with historical information, academic reflection, and personal experience, combining to form a highly original work that creates a vivid portrait both of this musical format and the noble but beleaguered city of New Orleans.” -- Florence Wetzel * All About Jazz *“As Sakakeeny makes clear, the story of the city’s brass bands is far more complex than music alone. Beyond its entertainment value, music serves as the ‘site where competing social, political, and economic vectors intersect.’ In many ways, these vectors serve as a microcosm for the problems within the city at large.” * Kirkus Reviews *“Fascinating. . . . The musicians' personal stories are interwoven with historical information, academic reflection, and personal experience, combining to form a highly original work that creates a vivid portrait both of this musical format and the noble but beleaguered city of New Orleans.” -- Florence Wetzel * All About Jazz *“A notable work in that it’s the first critical project to chronicle New Orleans’ bombastic contemporary brass-band scene, the generation of musicians that grew up with century-old hymns in one ear and hip-hop in the other; also, and importantly, it’s a keen, social-justice-minded examination of the turbulent mix of race, economics, culture and tradition in which brass band culture is located.” -- Alison Fensterstock * Times-Picayune *“Roll With It adds a contemporary perspective to studies of New Orleans culture and music. What emerges from Sakakeeny’s book is a portrait of a city that, with all its challenges, still manages to support a vibrant musical culture.” -- John Paul Meyers * Jazz Perspectives *“Sakakeeny offers detailed accounts of parades and the inner workings of the bands. The book offers a full picture of their lives and how the city’s cultural economy works on the factory end. Sakakeeny observes the way the city celebrates its culture and especially its musicians, but the book also exposes the way many of them survive on the same earnings as low-rung service industry workers. It’s an engaging look street-level look at the bands that so often are used to represent and symbolize the city.” -- Will Coviello * Gambit *“Roll with It is an edifying, enjoyable, enlightening read and refreshing musical study. It conveys and embodies a vivaciousness, both the author’s and that of the musical people portrayed throughout the book, a movement through time and place that refuses to slow down or be diverted or silenced." -- Ron Emoff * American Anthropologist *"Roll With It is informative on many levels, detailing song structures, jazz history, neighborhood developments, and weaving information together through anecdote and research. It also poses a bigger question: If our city has economically benefitted from selling culture as a post-Katrina resource, are musicians getting what they deserve? Roll With It explores the answer.” -- Samuel Nelson * Where Y'at? *“This is a volume in which rich ethnographic detail fails to obscure the broader framework of academic theory and personal concern for both the musicians and the music. Roll With It belongs on the reading lists of all those teaching ethnomusicology or ethnography in the modern world, those whose teaching engages with popular music, race, performance, tourism and economy, and those who are concerned about the relationship between their research (or the academic world in general) and the sociopolitical (and economic and racial) realities of the worlds in which we all live.” -- Gregory Booth * Journal of Popular Music Studies *"[T]hose interested in a holistic consideration of musical products and cultural processes will find Sakakeeny’s study to be highly engaging and viscerally affecting as it exposes the oppositional forces inherent in a highly venerated—but highly volatile—performance tradition." -- David Kammerer * Ethnomusicology *Table of ContentsList of Artwork vii Prologue. Crossing the Threshold ix Introduction. Forward Motion 1 1. Onward and Upward 13 2. Constraints 69 3. Progressions 109 4. Voices 143 Conclusion. Engagements 179 Afterword. Image and Music in the Art of Willie Burch / Willie Burch and Matt Sakakeeny 187 Acknowledgments 195 Appendix. List of Interviews and Public Events 199 Notes 201 Bibliography 213 Index 227

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Book SynopsisDespite its significance in the history of Spanish colonialism, the Dominican Republic is familiar to most outsiders through only a few elements of its past and culture. Non-Dominicans may be aware that the country shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti and that it is where Christopher Columbus chose to build a colony. Some may know that the country produces talented baseball players and musicians; others that it is a prime destination for beach vacations. Little else about the Dominican Republic is common knowledge outside its borders. This Reader seeks to change that. It provides an introduction to the history, politics, and culture of the country, from precolonial times into the early twenty-first century. Among the volume''s 118 selections are essays, speeches, journalism, songs, poems, legal documents, testimonials, and short stories, as well as several interviews conducted especially for this Reader. Many of the selections have been translated into English for the first Trade Review"The best available collection of writing in English for anyone wanting a broad and varied introduction to Dominican history, politics and culture. Very much a book for dipping into, which works well for the appealingly diverse sections on religion, popular culture and the Dominican diaspora but means the history sections, necessarily lacking a consistent narrative, work better for those with some prior knowledge of the country's past." * Rough Guide to the Dominican Republic *“Roorda, Derby, and González use source materials from onsite actors/observers, government officials, writers, and intellectuals (Dominican and otherwise) to add an intimacy and sense of familiarity to the book's narrative. They blend and merge important and formative events and actors that make up the formal history of the Dominican Republic with accounts designed to help readers understand the Dominican character and bases for social norms. The dozens of essays and accounts (some from contributors more familiar to casual readers, some less familiar), with an appropriate apportioning of emphases on nations influential in Dominican affairs (such as the US), complete a historiography that is both challenging and insightful. In a collection of different tiles in the Dominican mosaic, nothing is really trivial here. Highly Recommended. Upper-level undergraduates and above.” -- W. J. Nelson * Choice *“Curious travelers, study-abroad students and faculty, and Latinamericanists generally will find this book to be a solid departure point to understand issues of race, religion (the Virgen of Altagracia, syncreticism), music, gendered roles (machismo and marianismo), and the turbulent imprint of caudillos on the evolution of the Dominican Republic. Over 150 suggested readings point the way to further explore an island in the Caribbean whose history, culture and politics have much to say about the human condition there and elsewhere.” -- Joseph Scarpaci * Journal of Latin American Geography *"The Dominican Republic Reader is a well-crafted study that will engage readers. The documents, essays, and other vignettes are representative of the Dominican Republic’s rich and colorful history and culture." -- Michael R. Hall * The Latin Americanist *“A student of Caribbean history or culture, or a student of Latin America, coming to this book would leave with a broad sense of what the Dominican Republic is, what its major historical and cultural issues are and have been, and how its current democracy has been achieved. That is not a bad achievement for a book clearly aimed at an undergraduate reader and held together with essays that illuminate the texts presented to its audience.” -- F.S.J. Ledgister * Caribbean Quarterly *"The Dominican Republic Reader represents the most thought-provoking and interdisciplinary volume offered thus far to an English-speaking [audience]. It is a must for any university library, as well as a much-needed addition to any class dedicated to the study of Hispaniola, the Spanish Caribbean, or Dominicans in the United States." -- Juan José Ponce-Vázquez * The Black Scholar *"With its broad-minded collection ofdocuments, the reader is a welcome and well-crafted addition to a bookshelf of English-language works on the Dominican Republic and is certain to be just as valuable in the classroom." -- Anne Eller * Hispanic American Historical Review *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments xiii Introduction 1 I. European Encounters 9 II. Pirates, Governors, and Slaves 61 III. Revolutions 91 IV. Caudillos and Empires 141 V. The Idea of the Nation: Order and Progress 191 VI. Dollars, Gunboats, and Bullets 233 VII. The Era of Trujillo 279 VIII. The Long Transition to Democracy 325 IX. Religious Practices 387 X. Popular Culture 417 XI. The Dominican Diaspora 467 Suggestions for Further Reading 507 Acknowledgment of Copyrights and Sources 515 Index 527

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Book SynopsisThe twenty-six essays in Lunch With a Bigot are examples of how Amitava Kumar turns his observations of the world into words. A mix of memoir, reportage, thoughts on the craft of writing, and criticism, these essays tell broad stories of immigration, change, and a shift to a more globalized existence.Trade Review“Heterogeneous and complex, this book offers insight into Indian culture from a multitude of complex spaces between East and West. An exuberantly inquisitive collection of essays.” * Kirkus Reviews *“[Kumar’s] rhythms and insights beguile, and the trip itself is as rich as the destination. The reader returns with a broader sense of power, religion, oppression, familial love, censorship, and the power of the written word, to name but a few.” -- Robert Burke Warren * Chronogram *“Kumar is an artful, frank and clean-cut writer, with a compassionate curious mind and a dry sense of humor. He includes his personal responses in his journalism and maintains his questioning skepticism even in his most emotional essays.” -- Sara Catterall * Shelf Awareness *“A dexterous and entertaining book that mixes personal essay, reportage, and criticism, Lunch With a Bigot never loses sight of its subtitle: each piece, in its own way, is about the writing life, whether it deals with paper as an object of the sacred and profane, the immigrant writer’s experience of ‘being brown in America,’ or the temporal dislocation of returning home.” -- Jonathon Sturgeon * Flavorwire *"Taken together, these essays written over the last 15 years of cataclysmic wars, fanaticisms, environmental disasters, and turbo-capitalism, tell the story of what has really been happening while those of us in the West have looked the other way. As the media caters to our fascination with Donald Trump’s hairstyle and his vitriolic one-liners, Syrian refugees have had to find refuge in Dachau. To see how one narrative has obfuscated the other ought to enrage us, and asks us to examine what is absent from our daily conversations. Kumar provokes us with his vulnerability, his observations of our shared flaws, and his impassioned interest in a world he hopes to make more livable. He reminds us what the writer — the writer as rioter — can do. And he reminds us that to be alive demands that we search for new forms of intimacy all the time, in order, as Adrienne Rich insisted, 'to extend the possibilities of truth between us.'" -- Leah Mirakhor * Los Angeles Review of Books *"Lunch with a Bigot is, at its core, a collection of writing that delivers Kumar’s memoir. The ambling essays wander but never strand readers, and together they form something largely autobibliographic—that is to say, a deep, lengthy telling of the author’s reading (and viewing) life. ... Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above." -- E. McCourt * Choice *"While Kumar’s well-trained eye roves from subject to subject with intellectual rigor and academic insight, he is able to coalesce these disparate parts into a cohesive whole with his inevitable return to his love of literature.... Kumar proves to be an astute cultural and literary critic, adept at surveying the world around him at all angles—making Lunch with a Bigot an engaging and memorable collection." -- Alex Brubaker * Rain Taxi *Table of ContentsAuthor's Note xi Part I. Reading 1. Paper 3 2. My Hanif Kureishi Life 14 3. The Map of My Village 29 4. The Poetry of Gujarat Riots 32 5. Conversation with Arundhati Roy 37 6. Salman Rushdie and Me 51 7. Bad News 58 Part II. Writing 8. How to Write a Novel 79 9. Reading Like a Writer 84 10. Writing My Own Satya 97 11. Dead Bastards 106 12. The Writer as a Father 110 13. Ten Rules of Writing 119 Part III. Places 14. Mofussil Junction 127 15. A Collaboration in Kashmir 132 16. At the Jaipur Literature Festival 141 17. Hotel Leeward 146 18. The Mines of Jadugoda 151 19. Upon Arrival in the Past 155 20. Bookstores of New York 162 Part IV. People 21. Lunch with a Bigot 169 22. The Boxer on the Flight 183 23. Amartya's Birth 187 24. The Taxi Drivers of New York 192 25. On Being Brown in America 196 26. Missing Person 201 Index 213

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"The Rio Reader is an excellent source of materials for the classroom in all the multiple fields of urban history from a social, political, economic, or cultural perspective. They would come handy on any course focusing on global history, the Black Atlantic, port cities, planning history (in addition to courses on Latin American history in general). Even more, the book is a perfect companion for a visit to Rio de Janeiro: it triggers a truly historical imagination to unpack a city in which past and present form a chaotic amalgam." -- Leandro Benmergui * Planning Perspectives *Table of ContentsA Note on Translations, Spelling, and Monetary Units xi Place-Names and Way-Finding xiii Acknowledgments xvii Introduction: The Marvelous City 1 I. Colonial Rio 9 The Early Colonial Period, 1502–1720s The Viceregal Period, 1763–1808 The Transfer of the Portuguese Court (1808–1820s) II. Imperial Rio 73 The Independence Era, 1820s–1830s A Neutral Municipality, 1834–1889 III. Republican Rio 139 The Federal District, 1889–1930 The Federal District, 1930–1960 IV. Recent Rio 235 The City and State of Guanabara, 1960–1975 After the Fusion, 1975–1980s Contemporary Rio, 1990s–2015 Suggestions for Further Reading and Viewing 367 Acknowledgments of Copyrights and Sources 375 Index 383

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"The Rio Reader is an excellent source of materials for the classroom in all the multiple fields of urban history from a social, political, economic, or cultural perspective. They would come handy on any course focusing on global history, the Black Atlantic, port cities, planning history (in addition to courses on Latin American history in general). Even more, the book is a perfect companion for a visit to Rio de Janeiro: it triggers a truly historical imagination to unpack a city in which past and present form a chaotic amalgam." -- Leandro Benmergui * Planning Perspectives *Table of ContentsA Note on Translations, Spelling, and Monetary Units xi Place-Names and Way-Finding xiii Acknowledgments xvii Introduction: The Marvelous City 1 I. Colonial Rio 9 The Early Colonial Period, 1502–1720s The Viceregal Period, 1763–1808 The Transfer of the Portuguese Court (1808–1820s) II. Imperial Rio 73 The Independence Era, 1820s–1830s A Neutral Municipality, 1834–1889 III. Republican Rio 139 The Federal District, 1889–1930 The Federal District, 1930–1960 IV. Recent Rio 235 The City and State of Guanabara, 1960–1975 After the Fusion, 1975–1980s Contemporary Rio, 1990s–2015 Suggestions for Further Reading and Viewing 367 Acknowledgments of Copyrights and Sources 375 Index 383

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Book SynopsisContaining over one hundred selections ranging from songs, artwork, and poetry, to journalism, oral history, and scholarship—most published in English for the first time—The Colombia Reader presents a rich and multi-layered account of this complex nation from the colonial era to the present.Trade Review"Including a wide range of photographs and reproductions of works of art, this remarkable and exciting collection is an indispensable work for all libraries, all scholars of Colombia, Latin Americanists of all sorts, and any interested reader. Essential. All levels/libraries." -- J. M. Rosenthal * Choice *"This book will allow us to write, teach, and tell not only different histories of Colombia but to write, teach, and tell those histories differently.... This collection will certainly become a foundational teaching tool not only for the histories of Colombia but also those of Latin America." -- A. Ricardo López * Revista *

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Book SynopsisCovering more than 500 years of history, culture, and politics, The Lima Reader seeks to capture the many worlds and many peoples of Peru’s capital city, featuring a selection of primary sources that consider the social tensions and cultural heritages of the “City of Kings.”Trade Review"A much-needed overview of the creation of this most important coastal city of the Andes. The Lima Reader presents a series of unpublished or not previously translated primary sources and excerpted literature that reveal the multiplicity of forces that converged to shape this contemporary metropolis. . . . An indispensable resource for the classroom and the road. The Lima Reader could greatly benefit the undergraduate survey class, provide critical information for the upper-level seminar, and be of assistance for the seasoned traveler seeking something much deeper than a generic tour guide." -- Javier Puente * Journal of Global South Studies *"Brings together an extraordinarily rich array of original sources. . . . The editors succeed admirably in selecting the best passages (and photographs) that can be found to represent the rich material and cultural tapestry that unfolds in the City of the Kings over the centuries." -- Peter Klarén * Latin American Research Review *"A welcome addition to Duke University Press’s by now well-established and well-regarded Latin American Readers series . . . The editors manage to transmit in periodized, chronological order and kaleidoscopic detail, the city’s beguiling complexity and mystique. . . . An excellent introduction to the city." -- Barry Cannon * Bulletin of Latin American Research *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments xv Introduction 1 I. Pre-Hispanic, Conquest, and Early Colonial Lima 7 II. Bourbon Lima 37 III. From Independence to the War of the Pacific (1821–1883) 67 IV. Modernizing Lima (1895–1940) 101 V. Interlude: Nostalgia and Its Discontents 143 VI. The Many Limas (1940–) 161 Suggestions for Further Reading and Viewing 257 Acknowledgment of Copyrights and Sources 263 Index 269

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Book SynopsisContaining over one hundred selections—many of which appear in English for the first time—this extensively revised and expanded second edition of the bestselling Brazil Reader presents the lived experience of Brazilians from all social and economic classes, racial backgrounds, genders, and political perspectives over the past half-millennia.Trade Review"Now in its second edition, The Brazil Reader is much more than just an update; it is essentially a different volume. . . . This edition features a Brazilian historiographical influence that prioritizes documents written by Brazilian historical figures over those by foreign observers. This edition also has added attention to earlier historical periods that are imperative to understanding modern Brazil. More focus is given to recent views on race, gender, and culture. A suggestion to librarians: do not deselect the first edition. The differences between the two volumes merit keeping both. Essential. All levels." -- M. L. Grover * Choice *“The editors’ language and writing style is accessible to most readers and each section and chapter is expertly explained and outlined. . . . It should become a must-read volume for undergraduate and graduate students of Brazil, as well as the general public who are also interested in Brazil.” -- Alan P. Marcus * Journal of Latin American Geography *“The Brazil Reader . . . weaves the histories of blackness, indigeneity, and mestiçagem into the national narrative, and this alone makes the book a welcome contribution.” -- Theodore W. Cohen * Latin American Research Review *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments xv Introduction 1 I. Conquest and Colonial Rule, 1500-1579 1 II. Sugar and Slavery in the Atlantic World, 1580-1694 49 III. Gold and the New Colonial Order, 1695-1807 91 IV. The Portuguese Royal Family in Rio de Janeiro, 1801-1821 131 V. From Independence to the Abolition of the Slave Trade, 1822-1850 163 VI. Coffee, the Empire, and Abolition, 1851-1888 205 VII. Republican Brazil and the Onset of Modernization, 1889-1929 261 VIII. Getúlio Vargas, the Estado Novo, and World War II, 1930-1945 321 IX. Democratic Governance and Developmentalism, 1946-1964 363 X. The Generals in Power and the Fight for Democracy, 1964-1985 427 XI. Redemocratization and the New Global Economy, 1895-Present 497 Suggestions for Further Reading 547 Brazil in the Movies 557 Acknowledgments of Copyrights and Sources 567 Index 577

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Book SynopsisFrom Andean antiquity and Spanish colonialism to the present, The Bolivia Reader provides a panoramic view of Bolivia's history, culture, and politics through a wide ranging collection of sources, most of which appear here in English for the first time.Trade Review“English-speaking audiences now have a rich resource for in-depth study of Bolivia. It is the perfect book for courses on Andean history and Latin America, as well as hemispheric courses on power, culture, politics, and economy in the Americas. Overall, this book is indispensable for university and college libraries. To put it simply, there is no comparable volume.” -- Jane Mangan * The Americas *“The field of Bolivian studies has expanded rapidly in the past two decades. . . . Yet, until now, no single book had offered a compelling and comprehensive overview of the forces that have shaped the country into the twenty-first century. The Bolivia Reader performs this difficult task splendidly.” -- Kevin A. Young * The Historian *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments xix Introduction 1 I. First Peoples and the Making of Andean and Amazonian Space 13 II. States and Conquests in the Andes 45 III. The Rich Mountain 71 IV. From Indian Insurgency to Creole Independence 115 V. Market Circuits and Enclave Extraction 161 VI. The Nation and Political Fragmentation 207 VII. The Nationalization of Natural Resources 257 VIII. Revolutionary Currents 323 IX. Dictatorship and Democracy 407 X. Neoliberalism and Lowland Ascendency 503 XI. Competing Projects for the Future 541 XII. Pachakuti? 623 Suggestions for Further Reading and Viewing 679 Acknowledgment of Copyright and Sources 687 Index 699

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Book SynopsisFeatures of the ninth edition of this full-colour, topographic map of the Valley Isle include detailed road networks, large-scale inset maps of towns, points of interest (historic, natural and cultural), hiking trails, parks, beaches, waterfalls, peaks and ridges (with altitudes), and more than 1,200 place names (index included). Most notably, Hawaiian words are spelled with all accent marks.

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Book SynopsisIn this captivating new guide Roger Naylor features all twenty-seven of Arizona's state-designated scenic and historic roads, including five National Scenic Byways. The stunning drives are arranged by region and include starting and ending points, mileage, maps, photos, full descriptions, and suggestions on locally owned places to eat and sleep.

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Book SynopsisAvid hiker Coco Rae shares her extensive knowledge and her love of exploration at one of New Mexico’s greatest treasures in this updated and expanded edition. The first comprehensive trail guide to Valles Caldera National Preserve now includes over seventy color photographs and everything visitors need to know to enjoy this vast caldera.

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Book SynopsisTells the story of a family from Africa in search of authentic America along the country’s most famous highway, Route 66. Traveling the scenic byway from Illinois to California, they come across a fascinating assortment of historical landmarks, partake in quirky roadside attractions, and meet more than a few colourful characters.Table of Contents Foreword Prologue Introduction Part One: In Search of Americana Part Two: The Great Push West Part Three: Into the Desert Epilogue Acknowledgments

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Book SynopsisIn this innovative guidebook, Julie Baretz takes readers to twenty-one off-the-beaten-path locations in Israel where Bible stories are said to have happened. At each site, she sets the scene by relating the historical context of the event, then follows with the biblical text itself and her own lively commentary.Trade Review"This is a wonderful resource for anyone who wishes to add a spiritual dimension to travel in Israel."—Barbara Bibel, Association of Jewish Libraries"While this guidebook's size and information make it an excellent choice for travel to Israel, it is also a fascinating look at the history of a people when read from cover to cover."—American Reference Books Annual"For a general understanding of how the land of Israel plays a role in understanding Biblical texts, and why the text of the Bible is inseparably connected to the land, there is no better guide than the book, The Bible on Location, by actual tour guide Julie Baretz."—Beth Kissileff, Wisdom Daily“Julie Baretz’s impressive knowledge of history and Bible combined with her awesome aesthetic perspective and credible imagination transform our travels into what feels like a magic carpet ride.”—Rabbi Norman M. Cohen“I have had the privilege of having Julie Baretz as our guide in Israel numerous times. She is an expert storyteller, opening up imaginations and making the listener believe he or she is part of the history of each site.”—Pastor Randy MyersTable of ContentsList of IllustrationsList of MapsAcknowledgmentsIntroductionList of AbbreviationsTime Line 1. Rahab at Jericho2. Joshua in the Valley of Aijalon3. Deborah and Jael at Mount Tabor4. Gideon at En Harod5. Samson at Zorah6. Ruth the Moabitess at Bethlehem7. The Levite and His Concubine at Gibeah8. David and Goliath in the Valley of Elah9. David’s Flight to En Gedi10. King Saul at Mount Gilboa11. Bathsheba in the City of David12. Absalom’s Flight to Geshur13. Absalom’s Rebellion in the Kidron Valley14. Jeroboam in Dan15. Elijah at Mount Carmel16. Naboth’s Vineyard at Jezreel17. Elisha and the Wealthy Woman at Shunem18. Hezekiah Prepares Jerusalem for War19. Zedekiah Flees Jerusalem20. Ezra and Nehemiah Rehabilitate Jerusalem21. Megiddo: The Untold StoryAppendixBibliography

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Book SynopsisA collection of travel writings by the Swiss-French poet that takes him through war-torn parts of the Middle East, where he attends to scenes of faith and history that often go unremarked amid the turmoil.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsForewordIntroductionWildernessProtecting the EnvironmentThe Geology of the Escalante RegionThe StrataMan in the Escalante—The Prehistoric PeriodMan in the Escalante—The Historic PeriodEquipmentThe Art of TravelTechnical CanyoneeringAccessHow to Use This GuideI. Box Death Hollow WildernessHells Backbone Road Section1. Death Hollow2. Sand Creek3. Boulder Mail TrailII. The Highway 12 AreaHarry Aleson and George White—The First to Run the EscalanteHighway 12 Road Section4. Big Flat Wash, the Escalante River, and the Bowington Road5. Middle Boulder Creek6. Upper Boulder Creek and Dry HollowOld Sheffield Road Section7. Phipps Wash8. Big Horn Canyon9. The Escalante River and the Sand SlidesIII. Hole-in-the-Rock—The Western EscalanteThe Hole-in-the-Rock ExpeditionHole-in-the-Rock—The Story ContinuesHarris Wash Road Section10. Red Breaks Canyon11. Harris Wash Egypt Road Section12. Egypt 3—The Slot13. Lower Harris Wash14. Fence Canyon, the Escalante River, and Twentyfive Mile WashEarly Weed Bench Road Section15. Twentyfive Mile Wash, the Escalante River, and Scorpion Gulch16. Spooky and Peek-a-Boo Gulches—The Long Loop17. Upper Brimstone Gulch—The Slot18. Scorpion Gulch and the Scorpion Horse TrailDry Fork Coyote Road Section19. Peek-a-Boo and Spooky Gulches—The Standard LoopRed Well Trailhead Road SectionHurricane Wash Trailhead Road Section20. Coyote Gulch21. Stevens Canyon and the Waterpocket Fold22. Stevens and Fold Canyons23. The Pollywog Bench Area24. Fortymile Creek and Willow GulchEverett Ruess25. Fiftymile Creek26. Sixty Point and Twilight Canyon27. Llewellyn and Cottonwood Gulches28. Davis Gulch29. Clear Creek and the Cathedral in the DesertIV. The Burr Trail—The Eastern EscalanteBurr Trail Road Section30. Deer Creek31. Steep Creek and Hot Canyon32. The Gulch and Horse CanyonWolverine Loop Road—The Western Entrance Road Section33. Little Death Hollow and Wolverine CreekLampstand Road Section34. Egg Canyon and Lamanite ArchWolverine Loop Road—The Eastern Entrance Road Section (The Moody Road)35. Silver Falls Creek and Choprock Canyon36. Deer Point—An Ascent37. Moody Creek CanyonsThe Overland Route—General DescriptionThe Overland Route—Highway 12 to Silver Falls CreekThe Overland Route—Silver Falls Creek to Choprock CanyonThe Overland Route—Choprock Canyon to Twentyfive Mile WashThe Overland Route—Twentyfive Mile Wash to Scorpion GulchThe Overland Route—Scorpion Gulch to Fold CanyonThe Overland Route—Fold Canyon to the Fortymile Ridge TrailheadBibliographyAcknowledgments

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Book SynopsisPoets Karla Morton and Alan Birkelbach began a journey to celebrate America’s national parks' 100th anniversary, but for these two poets the sojourns quickly became something greater. Their journey, illustrated with gorgeous colour photos of all of America's grand national parks, is a feast for the eyes and heart.

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Book SynopsisA guide to the art, architecture and timeless human passion of Rome. It focuses on famous and forgotten monuments, and the artists and patrons who brought them into being. For Judith Testa, the ancient wordplay on "Roma" and "amor" holds the key to unravelling some fascinating cultural puzzles.Trade ReviewWith a text both scholarly and entertaining, Testa has produced a guide useful for the serious student and passionate sightseer. The text is characterized by both lucidity and a sincere love of the subject matter, and this makes the book a pleasure to read and also a wonderful guide for travelers to Rome. * Choice *Table of ContentsTable of Contents Introduction Part 1: Ancient Rome 1 The Roman Forum 2 The Ara Pacis Augustae 3 The Colosseum 4 When Rome Ruled the World 5 The Pantheon 6 Castel Sant' Angelo 7 The Baths of Caracalla and of Diocletian 8 The Walls of Mighty Rome 9 Rome's Indispensable Aqueducts Part 2: Early Christian and Medieval Rome 10 The Christian Catacombs 11 The Jewish Catacombs 12 St. John Lateran 13 S. Maria Maggiore 14 S. Prassede 15 S. Clemente Part 3: Late Medieval and Renaissance Rome 16 S. Maria sopra Minerva 17 Pope Julius II 18 Raphael in Rome: The Vatican Frescoes 19 Raphael in Rome: The Villa Farnesina 20 Leo X and Clement VII 21 Pope Paul III and His Art Patronage 22 St. Peter's 23 The Sistine Chapel 24 Michelangelo's Last Judgment 25 The Rome of St. Ignatius Loyola 26 Pope Sixtus and His Urban Planning Part 4: Baroque Rome 27 Caravaggio 28 Caravaggio Up Close 29 Gianlorenzo Bernini 30 Bernini at St. Peter's 31 The Architecture of Francesco Borromini 32 The Trevi Fountain Part 5: Modern Rome 33 The Quartiere Copped\u00e8 34 Mussolini's "Third Rome" 35 The Shrines of Rome's Modern Martyrs Notes Bibliography List of Illustrations Index

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Book SynopsisShedding the constraints that existed for women in turn-of-the-century America, the author set out in the newly invented "motor-car" to explore the cities and countryside of France. Originally published in 1908, this book is considered by many to be the very best of the author's travel writings.Trade ReviewWharton's reflections will still charm those who've been and those who dream. A nice addition to American literature as well as travel collections. * Library Journal *Those who have been charmed with Mrs. Wharton's novels will not be disappointed by her venture into the unfamiliar role of a travel writer. * New York Times *A portrait of a long-forgotten France, a country that, when Wharton ranged over it in her 1904 Panhard-Levassor, was largely unchanged from medieval times. * New York Times Book Review *Table of ContentsTable of Contents Preface Note on the Text Introduction by Mary Suzanne Schriber Part I I. Boulogne to Amiens II. Beauvais and Rouen III. From Rouen to Fontainebleau IV. The Loire and the Indre V. Nohant to Clermont VI. In Auverge VII. Royat to Bourges Part II I. Paris to Poitiers II. Poitiers to the Pyrenees III. The Pyrenees to Provence IV. The Rhone to the Seine Part III A Flight to the North-East

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Book SynopsisIn 1996 the author left the relative stability of the United States for the chaos of post-Soviet Russia, and stayed. In this book, each chapter is an episode - spanning from several hours to several days - of his journeys to the far North, Moscow, the Ural Mountains, the Solovetsky Islands, and a southern stretch of the Volga River.Trade ReviewOften very frank (this is a PG-13 read at least) and open, With Light Steam is a personal and engaging look at a side of Russian life that few westerners can claim entry to or experience in.... MacWilliams is a refreshingly self-deprecating, easy-going traveler and a superb storyteller. This is a book not to be missed. * Russian Life *This book is introspective American travel writing at its best. A genre-defying mosaic of memoir, historical research and a reflection on time and place, With Light Steam is easily in a league with Travels in Siberia by Ian Frazier for spectacular American travel writing on Russia. * Newcity Lit *

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Book SynopsisIt's the summer of 1983. Ronald Reagan is in the White House, Princess Leia is on magazine covers, and Thea Knox is on the road. Fresh out of college, Thea is driving solo from California to New York. Her plan is to house-sit for her parents for the summer, but they sell her childhood home on a whim, leaving Thea (once again) to her own...Trade ReviewWarm and occasionally edgy, this self-discovery-on-the-road novel evokes meaningful memories. * Foreword Reviews *Rodgers avoids platitudes and easy endings, and this story shines all the brighter against that which is not said. Simple but sharp and perfectly timed for a summer road trip. * Kirkus Reviews *Well imagined... [an] always-engaging coming-of-age novel. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisA fascinating weave of science and memoir by a naturalist who draws inspiration from life among the coastal islands of Virginia.

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Book SynopsisAn definitive cycling guide to scenic back roads in the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains region of Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Southern Virginia.

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Book SynopsisA captivating account of the geologic, historic, and cultural evolution of the Rocky Mountain region.

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Book SynopsisUtah is known for having the greatest snow on earth, and this comprehensive guide provides all the details you need to make the most of your vacation.

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Book SynopsisOver 25 day trips and weekend getaways throughout New England, including escapes to nearby beaches, islands, picturesque villages, mountains, and urban getaways.

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Book SynopsisAn invitation to share, if briefly, in the contemplative spirit of monastic life.National Geographic Traveler

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Book SynopsisExploring the visual transformation of the contemporary European city, especially Berlin, this book examines the visual process by which metropolitan identity is ricocheted back and forth between the surfaces of the city and its inhabitants.

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Book SynopsisThe 12th Edition of Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies explores major concepts in tourism, what makes tourism possible, and how tourism can become an important factor in the wealth of any nation. Written in global terms, it provides an overview of the principles, practices, and philosophies that affect the cultural, social, economic, psychological, and marketing aspects of human travel and the tourism industry. Among the topics given expanded coverage in this edition are: B&Bs, time shares, meetings and conventions, sustainable tourism, climate change, social media, and mobile marketing.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Tourism in Perspective. Chapter 2: Tourism Through the Ages. Chapter 3: Career Opportunities. Chapter 4: World, National, Regional and Other Organizations. Chapter 5: Passenger Transportation. Chapter 6: Hospitality and Related Services. Chapter 7: Organizations in the Distribution Process. Chapter 8: Attractions, Recreation, and Other Tourist Draws. Chapter 9: Motivation for Pleasure Travel. Chapter 10: Cultural and International Tourism for Life's Enrichment. Chapter 11: Sociology of Tourism. Chapter 12: Tourism Components and Supply. Chapter 13: Measuring and Forecasting Demand. Chapter 14: Tourism's Economic Impact. Chapter 15: Tourism Policy: Structure, Content, and Process. Chapter 16: Tourism Planning, Development, and Social Considerations. Chapter 17: Tourism and the Environment. Chapter 18: Travel and Tourism Research. Chapter 19: Tourism Marketing. Chapter 20: Tourism's Future.

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Book SynopsisThe second edition of Housekeeping Management is written from a management perspective of the executive housekeeper in the lodging industry.Table of ContentsChapter 1: The Housekeeping Department in Lodging Operations. Chapter 2: The Executive Housekeeper as Department Manager. Chapter 3: Structural Planning of the Housekeeping Department. Chapter 4: Management of Inventory and Equipment. Chapter 5: Characteristics of Housekeeping Equipment and Supplies. Chapter 6: Laundry Room Management. Chapter 7: The Cleaning Function. Chapter 8: Personnel Administration. Chapter 9: Controlling Housekeeping Operations. Chapter 10: Safety, Security and Infectious Diseases in Property Operations. Chapter 11: Energy Conservation in Lodging Properties. Chapter 12: Environmental and Sustainability Issues.

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Book SynopsisPlanning an Applied Research Project in Hospitality, Tourism and Sports provides a comprehensive and carefully structured treatment of all the aspects involved in planning a research project. Instead of being a statistically oriented book,this textprovides a conceptual and process-oriented approach to planning and conducting research. Written for both students and professionals, it iseasy to read, short, and to the point, i.e., practical.Table of ContentsPreface x Chapter 1 Reading and Analyzing Research 1 Introduction 1 Industry Articles and Reports 1 White Papers 2 Definition of a Scholarly Journal Article 4 Sport Management Memos 8 Locations of Scholarly Articles 8 Quantitative versus Qualitative Research 10 Structure of Scholarly Articles 12 Structure of Quantitative Articles 14 Structure of Qualitative or Theoretical Articles 14 Structure of Research Reports or Studies 15 Evaluating Scholarly Articles 16 Summary 21 Key Terms 21 Works Cited in This Chapter 21 Chapter 2 Developing an Interest or Topic 23 Introduction 23 Ways to Find Topics: Your Manager or Your Professor 23 Ways to Find Topics: Review of Past Reading 24 Ways to Find Topics: New Reading 24 Ways to Find Topics: Interviewing 25 Ways to Find Topics: Brainstorming 26 Ways to Find Topics: Conversing 26 Ways to Find Topics: Faculty Suggestions 26 Clarifying and Selecting Areas of Interest 27 Cognitive Mapping 28 Purpose Statements 30 Types of Research 31 Importance of a Purpose Statement 32 Developing Research Questions 32 Purpose Statements and Problem Statements 36 Criteria for Effective Purpose Statements 37 Summary 38 Key Terms 38 Works Cited in This Chapter 38 Chapter 3 Conducting a Literature Review 39 Introduction 39 Definition of a Literature Review 39 Purposes of a Literature Review 42 Finding Scholarly Articles 44 Order of Reading Scholarly Journal Articles 46 What to Look for When Reading Articles 48 Research Methods 49 Taking Notes as You Read 50 Evaluating Articles 52 Preparing an Annotated Bibliography 53 Making a Literature Review Effective and Interesting to Do 55 Summary 56 Key Terms 57 Works Cited in This Chapter 57 Chapter 4 Reviewing and Revising your Purpose Statement 60 Introduction 60 Reasons for Revising Purpose Statements 60 Importance and Significance of a Purpose Statement 62 Purpose Statement and Supporting Dimensions 62 Process of Reviewing and Revising 64 Criteria for a Good Purpose Statement 66 Refocusing the Research 67 A Flexible Process 67 Doping in the Tour De France—Changing Impossible to Attainable 68 Locally Grown Food—from Behavior to Modifi cation 69 Servicescape to Self-Service Technology 70 Product Placement in Video Games 71 Final Thoughts 72 Summary 73 Key Terms 73 Works Cited in This Chapter 73 Chapter 5 Writing a Literature Review 74 Introduction 74 Purposes of a Completed Literature Review 75 Audience 78 Voice and Tone 79 The Perspective of a Literature Review 80 Constructing the Written Literature Review 82 Criteria for a Good Literature Review 83 Summary 84 Key Terms 85 Works Cited in This Chapter 85 Chapter 6 Forms of Qualitative Research 87 Introduction 87 Differences Between Qualitative and Quantitative Research 87 Purposes of Qualitative Research 89 Primary and Secondary Data 90 Types of Qualitative Research 91 Biographies and Histories 92 Case Studies 92 Conceptual Overviews or Reports of the Field 93 Content Analysis 94 Ethnographical Studies 95 Grounded Theory 95 Phenomenology 96 Program Evaluations 97 Advocacy Paper or Feasibility Study 98 Analyzing Information in Qualitative Research 98 Summary 99 Key Terms 100 Works Cited in This Chapter 100 Chapter 7 Forms of Quantitative Research 102 Introduction 102 Purposes of Quantitative Research 103 Types of Quantitative Research 105 Survey Research 105 Experimental Research 106 Post-Hoc Research 108 Developmental Research 109 Forecasting 110 Role of Hypotheses 112 Overcoming Confounding Variables 114 Determinations of Signifi cance 115 Mixed Methods 116 The Research Hourglass 118 Summary 119 Key Terms 120 Works Cited in This Chapter 120 Chapter 8 Sampling Issues in Research 122 Introduction 122 Reasons for Sampling 123 Strategies for Selecting a Sample 124 Sample Selection Process 125 Sampling Strategies 125 Probability Sampling Strategies 126 Non-Probability Sampling Strategies 128 Sources of Sampling Bias: Systemic Bias 131 Sources of Sampling Bias: Respondent Bias 132 Sources of Sampling Bias: Interviewer Bias 133 Sample Size 135 Summary 136 Key Terms 136 Works Cited in This Chapter 137 Chapter 9 Validity, Reliability, and Credibility in Research 138 Introduction 138 Credibility 138 Validity 139 Dependent and Independent Variables 140 Internal Validity 142 Forms of Instrument Validity 143 External Validity 146 Threats to External Validity 147 Reliability 148 Selecting a Research Design 149 Suggestions to Ensure Validity and Reliability 150 Summary 151 Key Terms 151 Works Cited in This Chapter 151 Chapter 10 Research Techniques—Interviews 153 Introduction 153 Using Interviews 153 Formats of Interviews 156 The Interview Protocol 157 Contacting the Interviewee 160 Preparing for the Interview 161 Stages of a Research Interview 163 Unusual Interview Formats 166 Group Interviews 166 Door-to-Door Interviews 167 Follow Up Interviews 168 Summary 168 Key Terms 169 Works Cited in This Chapter 169 Chapter 11 Research Techniques—Questionnaires 171 Introduction 171 Purposes of Questionnaires 171 Types of Questionnaires 173 Advantages and Disadvantages 175 Developing Questionnaires 176 Types of Questions 178 Electronic Questionnaires 181 Sequencing Questions 182 Demographic Data 182 Questionnaire Administration 183 Questionnaire Presentation 185 Privacy and Permission 186 Incentives 188 Summary 188 Key Terms 188 Works Cited in This Chapter 189 Chapter 12 Research Techniques: Observations, Focus Groups, and Other Techniques 191 Introduction 191 Benefits of Observational Research 191 Bias in Conducting Objective Observations 193 Challenges and Recommendations for Conducting Objective Observations 194 Observational Roles 196 Focus Groups 199 Benefits of Focus Groups 199 Challenges and Recommendations for Conducting Focus Groups 200 Size of Focus Groups 202 Expert Panels 202 Benefits of Expert Panels 203 Challenges and Recommendations in Conducting Expert Panels 204 Content Analysis 205 Benefits of Content Analysis 206 Challenges and Recommendations in Using Content Analysis 207 Coding in Content Analysis 209 Summary 210 Key Terms 211 Works Cited in This Chapter 211 Chapter 13 Analyzing Data and Other Information 213 Introduction 213 Steps in Analyzing Information 213 Collecting the Information 214 Immersing Yourself in the Data 215 Coding Data for Privacy and Record Keeping 217 Reviewing the Research Questions or Objectives 218 Organizing and Sorting Information 218 Identifying Relationships and Patterns 219 Quantitative Analysis of Patterns 221 Qualitative Analysis of Patterns 222 Reviewing the Data 223 Interpreting the Findings 224 Displaying Information 226 Significance 228 Summary 229 Key Terms 229 Works Cited in This Chapter 229 Chapter 14 Writing a Research Proposal 231 Introduction 231 Reasons for a Proposal 231 Elements of a Proposal 233 Audience and Point of View 237 Prefatory Documents 238 Executive Summary 238 Tips for Writing an Executive Summary 239 Other Supporting Documents 240 Introduction and Conclusion 241 Criteria for a Good Research Proposal 242 Summary 244 Key Terms 245 Works Cited in This Chapter 245 Appendix A Writing an Annotated Bibliography 246 The following Appendices are available at www.wiley.com/college/mayo Appendix B Refereed Scholarly Journals Appendix C Hospitality, Tourism, and Sports Websites Appendix D Bibliographical Tools Appendix E Popular Databases Index 255

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Book SynopsisTake control of revenue management in the new hotel economy Hotel Pricing in a Social World: How to Drive Value in the New Hotel Economy is an insightful resource that provides guidance on improving organizational decision making to keep your hotel relevant, from a pricing standpoint, in the often chaotic hotel landscape. This groundbreaking book clearly showcases the current environment of the hotel industry, and describes new and emerging trends that can impact your revenue management tactics. This essential text prepares you to survive and thrive in today''s highly competitive market, and outlines the best approach to building profitable pricing strategies that follow both tactical and strategic best practices. Revenue management has become a key activity in the highly social environment of today''s hotel industry, thanks to mobile technology and social media. Though relatively new, revenue management is a quickly-evolving discipline that requires precision if yoTable of ContentsForeword xiii Acknowledgments xvii About the Author xxi Part One New Analytics for a New Environment: The Evolution of Hotel Revenue Management Analytics, Technology, and Data 1 Chapter 1 The Social World Has Changed Revenue Management Forever 3 The Changing Marketplace 6 The Evolution of the Revenue Management Function 7 What to Expect from This Book 10 What’s in This Book 13 Chapter 2 Demystifying Price Optimization 17 A History Lesson: Yield Management in the Airlines 20 Then Things Changed . . . 22 Price Optimization 24 What is Optimization? 27 And the Money Came Rolling In . . . 36 Additional Reading 40 Revenue Management Perspectives 41 Notes 45 Chapter 3 Big Data, Big Analytics, and Revenue Management 47 What is Big Data? 50 Where Big Data Meets Big Analytics for Revenue Management 61 Data Visualization and Big Data 63 Responsible Use of Big Data 67 Conclusion 76 Additional Reading 77 Revenue Management Perspectives: The Role of Big Data in Revenue Management Science 78 Note 82 Part Two The Expanding Role of Revenue Management 83 Chapter 4 Hotel Pricing in a Social World: Price, UGC, and Buying Behavior 85 Price, Ratings, and Reviews: How Consumers Choose 87 Business Travelers Loyalty and Demographics 101 User‐Generated Content and Lodging Performance 109 Conclusions from This Research 111 Reputation and Revenue Management Systems 113 Conclusion 119 Additional Reading 120 Revenue Management Perspectives: A Case for TripAdvisor Rank 120 Chapter 5 Integrating Revenue Management and Marketing 127 A Vision for Integrated Marketing and Revenue Management 130 Limitations of the Revenue Management Approach 134 Understanding Marketing Data and Analytics 136 Integrating Revenue Management and Marketing Decisions 137 Achieving the Vision 140 A Word of Caution 143 Conclusion 145 Additional Reading 146 Chapter 6 Total Hotel Revenue Management 151 Revenue Management Beyond Rooms: A Process 155 Guest-Centric Revenue Management 169 What is the Goal of Total Hotel Revenue Management? 172 Putting It All Together 175 Conclusion 178 Additional Reading 181 Part Three The Future of Revenue Management: Pricing as a Business Strategy 189 Chapter 7 Pricing as a Strategic Tool 191 Strategy Considerations 194 Pricing to Support Business Strategies 203 How to Be More Strategic in Pricing 206 Benefits of Strategic Pricing 209 Conclusion 214 Additional Reading 215 Revenue Management Perspectives: ADR versus Market Share 215 Notes 219 Chapter 8 The Path to Personalization: Revenue Management’s Contribution to the New Guest Experience 221 Personalization, a Vision 224 Moving Past Traditional Web Analytics to Digital Intelligence 229 Integrated Data for Digital Intelligence 231 Revenue Management Supporting the Personalization Vision 233 How Do We Get Started? 239 Examples of Starting on the Path to Personalization 242 Profiling versus Tracking Behavior: A Cautionary Tale 245 Final Advice for Revenue Managers 246 Additional Reading 247 Revenue Management Perspectives: Convergence of Digital Marketing and Revenue Management 247 Notes 249 Chapter 9 The Future of Revenue Management 251 Profile of a Revenue Manager 254 Revenue Management Career Paths 261 Revenue Management Organizations 264 Final Thoughts 277 Additional Reading 279 Revenue Management Perspectives: A Case Study in Organizational Structure for Revenue Management 280 Notes 282 Appendix 283 Discussion Questions 309 References 315 Index 321

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Book SynopsisThe first authoritative overview of tourism studies published post-COVID-19 The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Tourism remains a definitive reference in this interdisciplinary field. Edited and authored by leading scholars from around the world, this state-of-the-art volume provides a comprehensive critical overview of tourism studies across the social sciences. In-depth yet accessible chapters combine established theories and cutting-edge developments and analysis, addressing a wide range of current and emerging topics, issues, debates, and themes. The second edition of the Companion reflects the complexity of the changing field, incorporating new developments, diverse theories, core themes, and fresh perspectives throughout. New and revised chapters explore the organization and practice of tourism, pressing health, economic, social, and environmental challenges, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tourism and the tourist industry, empowerment, placemaking, mindfulness and wellbeing, resident attitudes towards tourism, Chinese outbound tourism, public transport, long-distance walking, and more. Covers the full spectrum of tourism studies, including its connections to geography, sociology, urban studies, sustainability, marketing, management, globalization, and policyOutlines exciting new and emerging approaches, theoretical foundations, and major developments in tourism studiesOffers perspectives on major topics including the role of tourism in the Anthropocene, global and local change, resilience, innovation, and consumer and business behaviorSets an agenda for future tourism research and reviews significant issues in theory, method, and practiceFeatures new contributions from an international panel of younger scholars and established researchers With a wealth of up-to-date bibliographic references and extensive coverage of the tourism-related literature, The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Tourism, Second Edition, is required reading for undergraduate students, postgraduate researchers, lecturers, and academic scholars in tourism studies, tourism management, tourism geography, tourism theory, sociology, urban studies, and globalization, as well as professionals working in tourism and hospitality management worldwide.Table of ContentsContents: Part 1 Introduction: Tourism after the COVID-19 pandemic Tourism: Conceptualizations, Disciplinarity, Institutions, and Issues Part 2 Perspectives on Tourism 1 Introduction: Perspectives on Tourism 2 Tourist Flows and Spatial Behavior 3 Tourism Motivations and Decision Making 4 Political Economy of Tourism: Regulation Theory, Institutions, and Governance Networks 5 Cultural Geographies of Tourism 6 Tourism Mobilities 7 Critical Perspectives on Tourism Part 3 Producing Tourism and Tourism Spaces Introduction: Producing Tourism and Tourism Spaces 8 Economic Geographies of Tourism Revisited: From Theory to Practice 9 Entrepreneurial Cultures and Small Business Enterprises in Tourism 10 Labor Mobility and Labor Market Structures in Tourism 11 Tourism and Development: From Development Theory to Globalization 12 Transport and Tourism 13 Tourism Innovation: Products, Processes, and People 14 Souvenirs, Tourists, and Tourism Part 4 Globalizing People, Places, and Markets in Tourism Introduction: Globalizing People, Places, and Markets in Tourism 15 Transnational Corporations and the Globalization of Tourism 16 Problematizing Place Promotion and Commodification 17 Urban Tourism and the Experience Economy 18 Tourism and Creative Economies 19 Mobilities, Ethnicity, and Tourism 20 GPS, Smartphones, and the Future of Tourism Research 21 New Territories in Information Technologies and Tourism Research Part 5 Social Theories of Tourist Practice, Experience, and Landscapes Encounters Introduction: Social Theories of Tourist Practice, Experience, and Landscapes Encounters 22 Landscapes of Tourism 23 Tourism After the Postmodern Turn 24 The Tourist Gaze 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0 25 Gender and Feminist Perspectives in Tourism Research 26 Tourism and the Visual 27 Speaking Heritage: Language, Identity, and Tourism 28 Religion and Spirituality in Tourism Part 6 Tourist Attractions: Places, Spaces, and Forms Introduction: Tourist Attractions: Places, Spaces, and Forms 29 Material Culture and Contested Heritage in Tourism 30 Trends in Tourism, Shopping, and Retailing 31 Progress in Second-Home Tourism Research 32 Timing Tourism: MICE, Events, and Mega-Events 33 Taking Stock of Sport Tourism Research 34 Medical Tourism 35 Gay and Lesbian Tourism Practices Part 7 Tourism and The Environment: Change, Impacts, And Response Introduction: Tourism and the Environment: Change, Impacts, and Response 36 The Global Footprint of Tourism 37 Climate-Change Implications for Tourism 38 Coastal and Marine Tourism: Emerging Issues, Future Trends, and Research Priorities 39 Sociocultural Resilience and Tourism 40 Tourism and Tourists in Nature, National Parks, and Wilderness 41 Exploring the Precautionary Principle in an Environment and Tourism Context 42 The Sustainable Development of Tourism: A State-of-the-Art Perspective Part 8 Tourism Policies, Planning, and Governance Introduction: Tourism Policies, Planning, and Governance 43 Tourism and Public Policy: Contemporary Debates and Future Directions 44 Local Participation in Community Tourism: A Critical and Relational Assessment 45 Partnerships, Tourism, and Community Impacts 46 Tourism in the Development of Regional and Sectoral Innovation Systems 47 Critical Success Factors for Creating Community-Based Tourism 48 Strengthening Tourism–Poverty Linkages 49 Tourism Crises and Disasters: Moving the Research Agenda Forward Part 9 Conclusions 50 Challenges for Tourism: Just Out of Sight or Just Within our Reach?

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started on RV Vacations 7 Chapter 1: All the Best Reasons to Take an RV Vacation 9 Chapter 2: Deciding Where and When to Go 23 Chapter 3: Managing Your Money 39 Chapter 4: Eating on the Road 55 Chapter 5: Finding Campgrounds and Boondocking 79 Part 2: Exploring the East 107 Chapter 6: The Coast of Maine: Lobster Land 109 Chapter 7: Western New York: Cooperstown to Niagara Falls 131 Chapter 8: The Blue Ridge Mountains: Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway 153 Part 3: Seeing Sights in the South 177 Chapter 9: The Gulf Coast: Tallahassee to New Orleans 179 Chapter 10: The Natchez Trace: Natchez to Nashville 207 Part 4: Meandering through Mid-America 231 Chapter 11: The Heart of Ohio: A Circle around Circleville 233 Chapter 12: The Ozarks and Branson: Hot Springs to Springfield 259 Part 5: Wandering the Wild West 283 Chapter 13: Montana and Wyoming: Tracking Buffalo Bill 285 Chapter 14: New Mexico: Billy the Kid Meets E.T 315 Chapter 15: California’s Central Coast: Malibu to Monterey 345 Chapter 16: Route 66: OK to L.A 375 Chapter 17: The Oregon Coast: California to Washington 403 Part 6: The Part of Tens 433 Chapter 18: Ten Cool Factory Tours 435 Chapter 19: Ten Zany Museums 443 Index 453

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Book SynopsisTourists and professionals such as military personnel, journalists, aid workers, and businesspeople need the tools provided here to stay healthy during their trip and after they return home.Trade ReviewDavis... provides advice about what to do before, during, and after a trip to prevent infection and explains options if an illness does occur... VERDICT: Essential for international travelers. Library Journal A best new travel read... lists the essentials of a travel medical kit, outlines basic food and water practices, and details the viruses, bacteria, and parasites that may be encountered around the world. -- Scott Podmore Courier-Mail Follow his 'Considerations for ALL travelers' advice before zipping your suitcase shut and heading for the airport... and follow his 7 most important travel medical kit considerations to ensure the safest and healthiest travel experience possible. -- Timothy Boyer EmaxHealth This book is amazing and explains all the different types of infections worldwide... I will recommend this book to all my friends and family. Cybertron Reviews This work offers much practical and sound medical advice to travelers. Reference and Research Book News Fine health coverage for travelers who want the latest guidelines for avoiding common and uncommon infection around the world, and provides the latest recommendations... Any travel or international health collection must have this! Midwest Book Review This book is remarkable in its capacity to deliver essential knowledge that will enable travelers to be well informed and well prepared but also to cover a wide range of travel-related infections in suitable detail interspersed with historical anecdotes and facts... This book will be of great benefit to the 'worried well' traveler. -- Irani Ratnam Clinical Infectious Diseases This book is remarkable in its capacity to deliver essential knowledge that will enable travelers to be well informed and well prepared. Clinical Infections Diseases The International Traveler's Guide to Avoiding Infections presents well-written and well-organized information on geographic infectious diseases. JAMA Once I started reading this book, I couldn't put it down. Dr. Davis has written a book that will serve as an incredibly valuable travel resource for many types of travelers... A must read book for anyone traveling to tropical areas, sub-Saharan Africa and developing nations. -- Nancy Parode About.comTable of ContentsList of Figures and TablesPrefacePart I: Sources of Travel Advice1. Personal Physicians and Travel Clinics2. Websites for Travelers3. Medical and Evacuation Insurance4. Overseas Medical Care and Medical TourismPart II: Pre-Travel Planning5. Devising a Prevention Strategy6. The Geographic Distribution of Major Travelers' Infections7. Immunizations8. Personal Protection Measures9. Drug Prophylaxis and Self-Treatment10. Special Circumstances11. Travel Medical KitsPart III: Bacterial Infections12. What You—and Your Doctor—Need to Know about Bacteria13. Typhoid Fever14. Plague15. Cholera16. Leptospirosis17. Typhus and Other Rickettsial Infections18. Oroya, Trench, and Q Fevers19. Relapsing Fevers20. Anthrax, Brucellosis, and Listeriosis21. Bacterial Meningitis22. TuberculosisPart IV: Viral Infections23. What You—and Your Doctor —Need to Know about Viruses24. Arbovirus Infections: An Overview25. Yellow Fever26. Dengue Fever27. Other Arboviruses28. Ebola and Other Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers29. Poliomyelitis30. Acute Viral Hepatitis31. Rabies32. InfluenzaPart V: Parasitic Infections33. What You—and Your Doctor—Need to Know about Parasites34. Malaria35. Amebiasis36. Leishmaniasis37. African and American Trypanosomiasis38. Intestinal Roundworm Infections39. Tissue Roundworm Infections40. Schistosomiasis and Other Flatworm InfectionsPart VI: Infections Caused by Multiple Microbes41. Sexually Transmitted Infections42. Travelers' Diarrhea43. Tropical Skin Infections and InfestationsPart VII: Post-Travel Considerations44. Fever in Returning Travelers45. Post-Travel Screening: Yes or No?GlossaryReferencesIndex

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Book SynopsisTourists and professionals such as military personnel, journalists, aid workers, and businesspeople need the tools provided here to stay healthy during their trip and after they return home.Trade ReviewDavis... provides advice about what to do before, during, and after a trip to prevent infection and explains options if an illness does occur... VERDICT: Essential for international travelers. Library Journal A best new travel read... lists the essentials of a travel medical kit, outlines basic food and water practices, and details the viruses, bacteria, and parasites that may be encountered around the world. -- Scott Podmore Courier-Mail Follow his 'Considerations for ALL travelers' advice before zipping your suitcase shut and heading for the airport... and follow his 7 most important travel medical kit considerations to ensure the safest and healthiest travel experience possible. -- Timothy Boyer EmaxHealth This book is amazing and explains all the different types of infections worldwide... I will recommend this book to all my friends and family. Cybertron Reviews This work offers much practical and sound medical advice to travelers. Reference and Research Book News Fine health coverage for travelers who want the latest guidelines for avoiding common and uncommon infection around the world, and provides the latest recommendations... Any travel or international health collection must have this! Midwest Book Review This book is remarkable in its capacity to deliver essential knowledge that will enable travelers to be well informed and well prepared but also to cover a wide range of travel-related infections in suitable detail interspersed with historical anecdotes and facts... This book will be of great benefit to the 'worried well' traveler. -- Irani Ratnam Clinical Infectious Diseases This book is remarkable in its capacity to deliver essential knowledge that will enable travelers to be well informed and well prepared. Clinical Infections Diseases The International Traveler's Guide to Avoiding Infections presents well-written and well-organized information on geographic infectious diseases. JAMA Once I started reading this book, I couldn't put it down. Dr. Davis has written a book that will serve as an incredibly valuable travel resource for many types of travelers... A must read book for anyone traveling to tropical areas, sub-Saharan Africa and developing nations. -- Nancy Parode About.comTable of ContentsList of Figures and TablesPrefacePart I: Sources of Travel Advice1. Personal Physicians and Travel Clinics2. Websites for Travelers3. Medical and Evacuation Insurance4. Overseas Medical Care and Medical TourismPart II: Pre-Travel Planning5. Devising a Prevention Strategy6. The Geographic Distribution of Major Travelers' Infections7. Immunizations8. Personal Protection Measures9. Drug Prophylaxis and Self-Treatment10. Special Circumstances11. Travel Medical KitsPart III: Bacterial Infections12. What You—and Your Doctor—Need to Know about Bacteria13. Typhoid Fever14. Plague15. Cholera16. Leptospirosis17. Typhus and Other Rickettsial Infections18. Oroya, Trench, and Q Fevers19. Relapsing Fevers20. Anthrax, Brucellosis, and Listeriosis21. Bacterial Meningitis22. TuberculosisPart IV: Viral Infections23. What You—and Your Doctor —Need to Know about Viruses24. Arbovirus Infections: An Overview25. Yellow Fever26. Dengue Fever27. Other Arboviruses28. Ebola and Other Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers29. Poliomyelitis30. Acute Viral Hepatitis31. Rabies32. InfluenzaPart V: Parasitic Infections33. What You—and Your Doctor—Need to Know about Parasites34. Malaria35. Amebiasis36. Leishmaniasis37. African and American Trypanosomiasis38. Intestinal Roundworm Infections39. Tissue Roundworm Infections40. Schistosomiasis and Other Flatworm InfectionsPart VI: Infections Caused by Multiple Microbes41. Sexually Transmitted Infections42. Travelers' Diarrhea43. Tropical Skin Infections and InfestationsPart VII: Post-Travel Considerations44. Fever in Returning Travelers45. Post-Travel Screening: Yes or No?GlossaryReferencesIndex

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Book SynopsisVisitors to the C&O Canal who are interested in exploring natural wonders while tracing the routes of pioneers and engineers-not to mention the path of George Washington, who explored the Potomac route to the West as a young man and later laid out the first canals to make the river navigable-will find this guide indispensable.Table of ContentsPreface to the 2015 EditionAcknowledgmentsMaps, Mileages, and MethodOne. Historical SketchI. The Potomac Frontier to 17841. Early Exploration and Settlement2. The Ohio Company Expands the Frontier3. The French and Indian War4. War for IndependenceII. Opening the Route to the West, 1784–18591. Washington Founds the Patowmack Company2. The Patowmack Company in the Era of "Internal Improvements"3. Building the C&O Canal, 1828–18504. The Canal and the Antebellum RiverIII. The Civil War along the Canal and the River, 1859–18651. Lock Tender and Spy, 1858–18592. Harpers Ferry, Bull Run, and Ball's Bluff, 18613. Antietam and J. E. B. Stuart's Second Ride aroundMcClellan, 18624. Gettysburg and the Great River Crossings, 18635. Jubal Early and Phil Sheridan, 18646. War's End, 1865IV. The Railroad Era and the Decline of the Canal, 1865to the Present1. Reconstruction on the Potomac2. Railroad Wars and Boom Times for the Canal3. The B&O Railroad Takes Over the Canal, 1889–18924. From Coxey's Army to Jim Crow5. Gould and Rockefeller Build a New Route to the West, 1902–19126. The Last Flood Suspends Canal Operations, 1924–19387. The Douglas Walk Leads to a National Park, 1945–1971Two. Trail GuideI. The Falls RegionII. The Piedmont and the Sugar LandsIII. The Blue Ridge and the Great ValleyIV. The Endless MountainsThree. Structures and Industry along the CanalI. The Canal PrismII. Locks1. Levels and Lift Locks2. Lockhouses3. Other StructuresIII. Maintaining the Level1. Feeder Dams and Guard Locks2. Flumes and Waste Weirs3. Stop Gates and SpillwaysIV. Intersections1. Aqueducts2. Culverts3. Bridges and River LocksV. Moving Parts1. Canal Boats2. MulesVI. Water Industry1. Ferries2. Mills3. Cement and Lime Industry4. IronworkingA Note on SourcesSuggested Further ReadingQuick Reference to Canal Landmarks and Access Points

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