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Book SynopsisFor this edition, they teamed up with adventure-seeking Marte Louwes and Chilean local surfer Vicente Gracia, who found the best addresses along Chile's endless shores, and a few inland too. They stargazed in the arid desert in Norte Grande, drove through green hills to stay in the lively surf hubs of Central Chile, then continued south to the Lake District's ancient forests before exploring the Chiloé archipelago in North Patagonia. In their own words: "There is so much raw beauty out there that needs to be seen. The endless coast of Chile and the constantly changing views, landscapes and climates. We were pleasantly surprised by the awesome coffee places, vegan-friendly food bowls and beautiful beach bars we discovered along the way. Our dream is to share with you our love for Chile's people, waves, coastline, food and travel. To connect the local community with a greater likeminded community."

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Book SynopsisFrom relaxing on sun-soaked beaches to hiking Mount Etna, immerse yourself in la dolce vita with Moon Sicily. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries for exploring the best of Sicily, including Palermo, Western Sicily, the Aeolian Islands, Catania, Mount Etna, Syracuse, and more Strategic advice for foodies and oenophiles, art lovers, hikers, history buffs, beach bums, and more Must-see highlights and unique experiences for any season: Go climbing and wine-tasting on scenic Mount Etna. Visit the noble palaces and flourishing outdoor markets of Palermo. Island-hop and soak up the spectacular beaches of the Aegadian Islands. Walk among Greek ruins at the Valle dei Templi and wander romantic towns like Cefalú and Taormina The best local flavors: Savor fresh seafood straight from the Mediterranean, sample locally made sheep cheese, and taste some of Italy’s best street foo

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Book SynopsisWhether you're stopping for a day hike or spending a long weekend under the stars, escape to the great outdoors with Moon Best of Glacier, Banff & Jasper. Inside you'll find: Easy itineraries for one to four days in Glacier, Banff, and Jasper national parks, from a scenic drive along Going-to-the-Sun Road, to a day of hiking through glacial valleys, to a weekend exploring the best of all three parks with mix-and-match itineraries The top hikes in Glacier, Banff, and Jasper: Whether you're looking to stretch your legs for a couple hours or challenge yourself to an epic trek, you'll find trailheads, detailed trail descriptions, individual maps, mileage, and elevation gains Can't-miss experiences: Make it the perfect getaway for you with the best views, picnic spots, and more. Trek through fields of alpine wildflowers, walk beneath waterfalls, get your adrenaline pumping on the Glacier Skywalk, and spot

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Book SynopsisCanoe through the Amazon, explore the bustling capital of Quito, snorkel in the Galápagos, or kick back on the coast: Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Moon Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries for spending time in the Sierras, the Amazon, the coast, Quito, and the Galápagos Islands Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Hike through the Amazon rainforest, paddle across lily-covered lagoons, and spot camian, tapir, or pink river dolphins. Dive with hammerhead sharks in the Galápagos, cycle the epic waterfall route in Baños, and watch the sun rise over the peaks where the Amazon meets the Andes. Wander cobbled colonial streets and gaze up at snow-capped volcanoes rising from wildflower-strewn grasslands. Take a surfing lesson in Montañita, and relax on the beach with a mojito in hand How to ethically experience Ecuador like an insider, <

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Book SynopsisExplore granite domes, thundering waterfalls, and towering trees: Moon Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon reveals the best of these stunning national parks. Inside you''ll find:- Flexible Itineraries: Unique and adventure-packed ideas for day hikers, winter visitors, families with kids, campers, and more- The Best Hikes in Each Park: Detailed hike descriptions, individual trail maps, mileage and elevation gains, and backpacking options- Experience the Outdoors: Ride the open-air tram through Yosemite Valley or hike downhill from Glacier Point past roaring waterfalls. Drive the legendary Generals Highway or take a scenic bike ride to pristine lakes (and yes, more waterfalls!). Go for a horse-drawn wagon ride on a history tour or take a rock-climbing lesson. Walk among the goliaths of Sequoia''s Giant Forest and stop at a historic lodge for dinner and a well-deserved drink- How to Get There: Up-to-date information on trave

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Book SynopsisFrom snowy mountains to golden beaches, beauty awaits around every bend on these dramatic islands. Find your adventure with Moon New Zealand. Inside you'll find: Strategic, flexible itineraries, including a trip to experience both the North and South Islands in 16 days The top spots for outdoor adventures, like surfing, mountain biking, and trekking the Great Walks, as well as tips for taking an epic road trip. Go bungee jumping or paragliding, soak in refreshing thermal pools, or embark on a multi-day trek to rugged coasts, glacial valleys, volcanoes, and fjords Can't-miss sights and unique experiences: Cruise the hypnotic black waters of the Milford Sound, spot wild dolphins, kiwis, and blue penguins, and explore the sprawling Waitomo Caves lit by twinkling glowworms. Sample local sauvignon blancs in Marlborough and craft beers in Wellington, or sip cider in the Shire. Learn about Polynesia

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Book SynopsisFrom stunning coastline to charming towns to wildlife watching, find your adventure with Moon Coastal Oregon. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries, including a weeklong road trip to experience the best of the Oregon Coast The top outdoor adventures: Go tidepooling, watch for migrating whales, and see hundreds of sea lions. Hike along epic coastal dunes, take a surfing lesson, and catch a sunset at iconic Haystack Rock. Join a fishing charter, camp beside the ocean, or take a jet boat tour to spot wildlife on the Rogue River. Can't-miss experiences and unique activities: Feast on fresh seafood in quaint seaside towns, check out Astoria's craft beer scene, or try tasty treats at the famous Tillamook cheese factory. Climb to the top of historic lighthouses, explore a shipwreck, and learn about local maritime history. Expert insight from Oregon

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Book SynopsisFrom the pastel rooftops of Positano to the soaring peak of Monte Solaro, immerse yourself in la dolce vita with Moon Amalfi Coast. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries for spending five to seven days on the Amalfi Coast, whether you want to island-hop in the Gulf of Naples or spend your days hiking and sunbathing in Amalfi Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Swim in turquoise waters, relax on sun-soaked beaches, or hop on a boat and cruise past cliffs, coves, and secret caves. Go underground to see ancient ruins in Naples or climb the towers of medieval castles. Take a day trip to Pompeii and hike to the top of Mount Vesuvius, ride a chairlift to the summit of Monte Solaro, or unwind in the natural hot springs that dot the island of Ischia The best local flavors: Stroll quiet village streets where the scent of Sunday ragù fills the air, feast on fresh seafood step

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Book SynopsisFrom the misty mountains in Maine to the coastal charms of Cape Cod, there's no shortage of adventure in New England: Get ready to hit the road with Moon New England Road Trip. Inside you'll find: Multiple Routes: Choose from flexible road trips like a fall foliage tour, getaways from the cities, or the ultimate two-week route through all of New England Eat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: With lists of the best hikes, views, eateries, and more, you can trek among spruce trees in the White Mountains, cycle through Acadia National Park, or cruise down bucolic lanes of Woodstock. Take to the sea and spot humpback whales and puffin colonies, shop for wood-fired maple syrup, or snag a buttery lobster roll after a day at the beach. Dive into Boston's revolutionary history, sample farm-fresh produce in the Berkshires, party in Providence, or sip your way through some of the area's best micr

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Book SynopsisFrom stunning palaces and vibrant plazas to snowy mountains and warm beaches, soak up the magic of southern Spain with Moon Seville, Granada & Andalusia. Inside you’ll find: Strategic, flexible itineraries including a two-week grand tour of Andalusia, shorter trips to the Pueblos Blancos or Costa del Sol, and more Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Wander among the intricate tiles and beautiful gardens of Granada’s Alhambra and marvel at the soaring arches of Cordoba’s Mezquita-Catedral. Row a boat through Seville’s Plaza de España, ski in the Sierra Nevada, or relax on a sunny beach. Enjoy a flamenco performance, experience a Semana Santa procession, or party at Carnival in Cadiz The best local flavors: Savor fresh seafood, sample unique tapas, and feast on jamón ibérico. Cool down with refreshing gazpacho or warm up with churros and piping hot chocolate. Attend an olive o

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Book SynopsisEnjoy a passeggiata through the vibrant streets and cobblestone alleyways of the Eternal City, and experience Rome like a local: on foot! Walk through the city's coolest neighborhoods like Prati, Trastevere, Monti, and more, with color-coded stops and turn-by-turn directions Find your scene with top ten lists for restaurants, famous film locations, and nightlife Get to know the real Rome: Wander along winding side streets and find traditional artisans, rare antiques, and trendy boutiques. Walk past the designer displays on Via dei Condotti or take a romantic evening stroll through the Villa Borghese. Admire world-famous works by Bernini and Michelangelo, tour the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, or throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain. Mingle with locals at a Sunday market, find the best neighborhood pizza al taglio, and discover innovative restaurants, trendy wine bars, and the city's most popular nightclubs Escape

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Book SynopsisLong before he set foot on the islands, Big Cat Diary and Springwatch presenter, Simon King, fell in love with Shetland. This extraordinary northern wilderness is home to otters and a vast seabird colony, but it was a chance encounter with a killer whale that compelled him to spend a year getting to know the place of his boyhood dreams for a BBC series. With his wife and young daughter, Simon experienced Shetland through the changing seasons and discovered the wildlife and the warmth of community in these islands battered by the North Sea. Their journey is filled with adventure, beauty, humour and occasional hardship as Simon discovers the true voice of Shetland.Trade ReviewIf you love the Shetland Isles, or love the wildlife of the Scottish islands, then this is the book for you * Highland News *The TV Shetland Diaries are now accompanied by a book, which sheds light on King's attachment to the natural world. As a little boy, the diaries reveal, games of hide and seek in the woods developed the patience he would later require to while away the hours in hides in the field or, as he says, happily "lost in a world of otter spraint". * Countryfile *Brilliant observations of animal behaviour. Whether he's describing otters playing or gannets plunging off the cliffs of Noss, King slows down the action to enjoy every last, sinuous twist. * BBC Wildlife Magazine *Heartwarming and candid * Daily Mail on WILD LIFE *His book is packed with wild encounters * Independent on WILD LIFE *This is a heart-warming, engagingly honest read * Scotsman on WILD LIFE *Whether in front of the camera explaining the mysteries of the natural world ... or behind it as a skilled operator, King is one of the most engaging of natural history presenters and the prose in his autobiography, Wild Life, is every bit as addictive. * Scotsman on WILD LIFE *Fascinating...Simon's passion is infectious, as anyone who's watched his programmes knows, and his enthusiasm pours from every word in his new book * Beautiful Britain on WILD LIFE *

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Book SynopsisFrances Trollope’s Domestic Manners of the Americans, complemented by Auguste Hervieu’s satiric illustrations, took the transatlantic world by storm in 1832. An unusual combination of realism, visual satire, and novelistic detail, Domestic Manners recounts Trollope’s three years as an Englishwoman living in America. Trollope makes the civility of an entire nation the subject of her keen scrutiny, a strategy that would earn her, in the words of the critic Michael Sadleir, “more anger and applause than almost any writer of her day.”Auguste Hervieu’s twenty-four original illustrations, placed and scaled as in the first edition, are included in this Broadview Edition, inviting readers to experience the original relationship of image and text.Trade Review“Frances Trollope’s Domestic Manners of the Americans was a huge transatlantic sensation when it was first published in 1832. In it, Trollope used the cover of travel narrative to offer a not-always sympathetic portrait of the young United States that was brash, extreme, and more than a little naïve. Trollope published Domestic Manners at the age of 53, and it has come to stand for the entirety of her work, but this was far from the case. Thanks to Sara R. Danger’s painstaking editorial work in this volume and her insightful observations about transatlantic relations, Jacksonian America, early Victorian England, and Trollope herself, this new edition is a vital contribution that establishes the socio-cultural significance of both a woman and her times.” — Brenda Weber, Indiana University Bloomington“Scholars, teachers, and students alike rely on Broadview’s ability to reframe familiar classics and recover neglected works, and Sara R. Danger upholds this tradition in her edition of Domestic Manners of the Americans. Though Domestic Manners was intended for her British audience ‘at home,’ Trollope’s unflattering caricatures so riled the American public that her book created a transatlantic publishing phenomenon. This new edition reminds us why Charles Dickens called the book ‘one of the great pioneer exercises in transatlantic disparagement,’ and offers readers a feast of Anglophone print culture.” — Pamela Corpron Parker, Whitworth UniversityTable of ContentsAcknowledgementsIntroductionFrances Milton Trollope: A Brief ChronologyA Note on the TextDomestic Manners of the AmericansAppendix A: Related Texts by Frances Trollope Preface to the Fifth Edition of Domestic Manners of the Americans (1839) Unpublished Preface from the Rough Draft of Domestic Manners of the Americans A Statement on Auguste Hervieu from a Letter to Mary Russell Mitford (27 April 1827) Three Statements on the Composition and Publication of Domestic Manners of the Americans From a Letter to Mary Russell Mitford (28 July 1830) From a Letter to Julia Garnett Pertz (18 April 1831) From a Letter to Julia Garnett Pertz (27 June 1832) Appendix B: Related Documents from Cincinnati, Ohio, 1828-31 From “The Invisible Girl,” The Cincinnati Gazette (12 April 1828) “View of Mrs. Trollope’s Bazaar,” Cincinnati Mirror (November 1833) From “THE BAZAAR,” Cincinnati Directory and Advertiser for 1829 (1829) “Bazaar,” The Cincinnati Gazette (23 November 1829) Auguste Hervieu, “A Card. To the Public of Cincinnati,” The Cincinnati Gazette (19 December 1829) From Timothy Flint, Review of General Lafayette’s Landing and Reception at Cincinnati, an Historical Painting, by Auguste Jean J. Hervieu, The Western Monthly Review (1830) Paintings by Auguste Hervieu Made during His Residency in Cincinnati, 1828-30 Cupid at a Quaker Courtship (1830) Allegory: Knowledge vs. Orthodox Religion (1830) A Young Man with the Initials J.L.F. (c. 1830) Appendix C: Contemporary Reviews of Domestic Manners of the Americans From The Quarterly Review (1832) From The Athenaeum (24 March 1832) From The Edinburgh Review (1832) From The Gentleman’s Magazine (1832) From The New Monthly Magazine (1832) From The Penny Magazine of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge (1832) From The Literary Gazette (24 March 1832) From The American Quarterly Review (1832) From [Timothy Flint,] The Knickerbocker (1833) The New Monthly Magazine (1832) Appendix D: Responses and Satire The Trollope Family, from a sketch taken from life, made in Cincinnati in 1829 (1832) “Miscellanea—Mrs. Trollope,” Review of Childs and Inman’s “The Trollope Family,” The Athenæum (10 November 1832) Nimrod Fish, Mrs. Trollop’s Quick Step (1837) From [Frederick William Shelton,] The Trollopiad, or, Travelling Gentlemen in America (1837) From David Claypoole Johnston, “Trollopania,” Scraps (1833) Select Bibliography

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Book SynopsisMarvel at the Brandenburg Gate, climb the Reichstag's dome, and check out Checkpoint Charlie with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Berlin you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for exploring Berlin Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the colorful East Side Gallery and the Memorial of the Berlin Wall to cozy corner biergartens How to connect with local culture: Raise a pint with the locals and sample schnitzel, stroll through hip Prenzlauer Berg, or cruise down the Spree River Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Detailed neighborhood maps for exploring on the go Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on Berlin's neighborhoods, as well as day trips to Potsdam, Sachsenhausen Memorial and Museum, and Wittenberg Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Berlin.Expanding your trip? Try Rick Steves Germany.

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Book SynopsisVanDam's new StreetSmart (R) Iceland maps all of the island's cultural and natural treasures at an immensely legible scale complete with stunning 3D relief maps of the entire country. Clear information design has earned VanDam maps a place in the MoMA Collection.

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Book SynopsisBritish Columbia is blessed with lush temperate rainforests, snow-capped mountains, rugged coastlines and unique wildlife. 125 Nature Hot Spots in British Columbia is a beautifully illustrated guidebook that explores BC's remarkable splendor and natural diversity. Updated with new information and 25 additional destinations for nature lovers.

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Book SynopsisRocks, wind, sea, and sky frame a house on the Sardinian coast, and the house frames a family’s life and art, suspended in memory.How does a house shape experience? How does architecture establish a practice of living? Architect Sebastiano Brandolini invites readers on a meditative tour of his family’s house on the Sardinian coast, describing everything from the geology of the rocks beneath, to the history of the surrounding villages, to the way the shifting light measures the day. More than the story of a single summer home written by an accomplished architect, this is a study of how place, the built environment, and daily practice make up our lives, at the most minute level of detail. Recalling the essays of Walter Benjamin, Bill Bryson, Rebecca Solnit, and Lawrence Weschler, Brandolini’s writing weaves literature, art history, and the transformation of Sardinia since the 1960s into a single fabric.The House at Capo d’Orso is not

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Book SynopsisAn elevated view of the landscape and cultural setting that make Aspen, Colorado, a legendary destinationTucked into a remote valley along the Roaring Fork River and surrounded by a majestic Rocky Mountain landscape, Aspen is a unique destination. Its magnificent, rugged landscape is home to luxe ski resorts, world-class museums, and stunning private retreats.Private Aspen is an exclusive invitation to explore eighteen elegant modernist houses. Built from materials such as reclaimed wood and local stone, with expansive views out through glazed walls, these stunning private residences reflect the grandeur of their setting.Richly illustrated with more than 150 photographs, the book showcases houses by nationally acclaimed architects including Peter Bohlin, Takashi Yanai, Chad Oppenheim, and Charles Gwathmey, as well as Aspen-based firms CCY and Rowland & Broughton. Interviews with the house owners and designers offer an insider's perspective on this special place.With a striking design evoking Aspen's modernist heritage and authoritative text, Private Aspen captures the connection between these remarkable houses and the environment that surrounds them.

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Book SynopsisDon't just see the sights-get to know the people. Set in Africa, but not wholly African; an isolated nation, yet receptive to the outside world; hierarchical and conservative, yet innovative and desirous of modernity; conformist as a people, and fiercely independent as individuals the Ethiopian identity defies definition. Ethiopia exists simultaneously in different time periods. Its people, when they see something new that might work to their advantage, will embrace it and find ways to improve on it. Modern democracy, however, has understandably been slower to bloom given the strong historical antecedents of its monarchy. Culture Smart! Ethiopia unpacks the values, attitudes, and traditions of this culturally rich nation. Etiquette in daily life, socializing, and communicating are all helpfully described, and advice is given to on how make the most of a visit. Above all, it provides the tools to do so in a considerate and sensitive manner. Have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.Trade Review"Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers," - Sunday Times Travel; "...the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries," - Global Travel; "...full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas," - Observer; "...as useful as they are entertaining," - Easy Jet Magazine; "...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world," - New York TimesTable of ContentsKey History - Politics - Economic Life - Values - Attitudes - Religion - Traditions - Taboos - Festivals & Holidays - Friendships & Family - Women in Society - Humour - Hospitality & Home life - Cultural Life - Cuisine & Dining Out - Socializing - Dos and Don'ts - Business Etiquette - Punctuality & Time Keeping - Meetings & Presentations - Negotiating - Bureaucracy - Communication & Language - Tips

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"A typical good modern birding field guide with distribution maps, concise text including helpful identification notes, and illustrations all on the same page. This all makes it a very easy field guide to use."---Chris Lotz, Birding Ecotours"[Birds of Belize] is a first rate guide, user-friendly and very portable. If a trip to Belize is in your future, don't leave home without it!"---David M. Gascoigne, Travels With Birds"This book is a MUST have for anyone birding Belize!"---Ian Paulsen, The Birdbooker Report

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Book SynopsisToo often, the lives and works of authors who called Upstate New York home are overshadowed by the icons of New York City. Resting among Us uncovers the region’s rich literary heritage through Steven Huff’s journeys to the graves of writers both famous and celebrated as well as those that have been forgotten.Trade ReviewOne of the many virtues of this book is that it will spark a renewed and deserved interest in some of these writers." - Bill Kauffman, author of Ain’t My America: The Long, Noble History of Antiwar Conservatism and Middle-American Anti-ImperialismTable of Contents Acknowledgments Introduction 1East 1. Albany: Charles Fort 2. Auriesville: Daniel Berrigan 3. Austerlitz: Edna St. Vincent Millay 4. Cooperstown: James Fenimore Cooper, Susan Fenimore Cooper 5. Kingston: Walter B. Gibson 6. Roxbury: John Burroughs 7. Saratoga Springs: Mansfield Tracy Walworth, Charles Brackett 8. Stamford: Ned Buntline (Edward Zane Carroll Judson) 9. Woodstock: Howard Koch, Hervey White, Paula Danziger, Janine Pommy VegaCentral 10. Clinton: Alexander Woollcott 11. Elmira: Mark Twain 12. Fayetteville: Matilda Joslyn Gage 13. Geneva: Sarah Hopkins Bradford 14. Hamilton: Walter R. Brooks 15. Interlaken: Rod Serling 16. Ithaca: Carl Sagan, Deborah Tall, A. R. Ammons, William Strunk Jr.17. Lakemont: Paul Bowles 18. Newark: Charles R. Jackson 19. Ontario / Furnaceville: Jane Roberts 20. Port Byron: Clara Barrus 21. Syracuse: Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews, Edward Noyes Westcott 22. Pulaski: Claude Bragdon 23. Utica: Harold Frederic 24. Watertown: Frederick ExleyWest 25. Allegany / Olean: Robert Lax 26. Arcade: Fran Striker 27. Batavia: John Gardner 28. Brockport: A. Poulin Jr., Mary Jane Holmes 29. Buffalo: Al Boasberg, Shirley Chisholm, Leslie Fiedler, Anna Katherine Green, Edward Caleb Randall, Edward Streeter 30. Canandaigua: Austin Steward, John Chapin Mosher 31. Coldspring: Governor Blacksnake 32. Fredonia: Grace S. Richmond, Olive Risley Seward 33. Geneseo: Carl Carmer 34. Kendall: Anthony Piccione 35. Mayville: Albion Tourgée 36. Rochester: Susan B. Anthony, Adelaide Crapsey, Algernon Crapsey, Frederick Douglass, Lewis Henry Morgan, Lillian Wald, Edward R. Crone, Louise Brooks, Henry Clune, Arch Merrill 37. Rushford: Philip Wylie

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Book SynopsisCovering 500 years of Ghana's history, The Ghana Reader provides a multitude of historical, political, and cultural perspectives on this important West African nation, emphasizing Ghana's enormous symbolic and pragmatic value to global relations and its ethnic and cultural diversity. Trade Review"Konadu and Campbell have edited a volume that traces the complexity of Ghana, and its overall representation of a stable African state, in a series of short but insightful entries. . . . The editors have done an excellent job in allowing all sections of Ghana, from farmers, slave traders, and intellectuals to imperialists, to speak and thereby represent Ghana’s evolution to a modern nation-state that exemplifies the challenges and opportunities that face not only Ghana, but all of Africa. Highly recommended. All levels/libraries." -- T. M. Reese * Choice *"There is no doubt that The Ghana Reader's rare documents and publications are indispensable to the understanding of Ghana's historical, cultural, and political narrative.... The Ghana Reader is a treasure trove of information." -- Kwaku Nti * Journal of Global South Studies *"[A] wonderful introduction to Ghana and its people, stretching all the way back to prehistoric times. Opening this book to virtually any page yields a judiciously selected text that reveals something about Ghana. . . ." -- Nicolas van de Walle * Foreign Affairs *"Overall the selection and presentation of texts works very well in the rich collection. Its readability is strengthened by the editors’ introduction, helpful outlines prior to each of the sub themes, suggestions for further reading, sources, and an index. The collection will appeal to casual readers of cultural or touristic persuasions, who will undoubtedly find something of interest to pursue further, as well as students and scholars of Ghana or sub-Saharan Africa.... [T]he aims of the Reader are accomplished well and it thoroughly succeeds in providing varied and contrasting illuminations of the country we know today as Ghana." -- Paul Stacey * African Studies Quarterly *"A celebration of the dynamism, complexity, and allure of Ghana. . . . The book appeals to a broad range of disciplines across the humanities and social sciences and is exemplary of the kind of text that can foster transdisciplinary teaching and scholarship. It is written in a style that is accessible to an undergraduate audience but is also appropriate for graduate education, and will appeal to those that seek to better understand a country with a fascinating and multifaceted history, politics, and culture." -- Jacqueline Ignatova * African and Black Diaspora *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments xiii Introduction 1 I. One Nation, Many Histories 17 II. Between the Sea and the Savanna, 1500–1700 81 III. Commerce and the Scrambles for Africa, 1700–1900 125 IV. Colonial Rule and Political Independence, 1900–1957 207 V. Independece, Coups, and the Republic, 1957–Present 299 VI. The Exigencies of a Postcolony 361 Suggestions for Further Reading 457 Acknowledgments of Copyrights and Sources 461 Index 469

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Book SynopsisBirds of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao is the essential guide for anyone traveling to those islands. It showcases the more than 280 species seen on Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao and provides descriptions of and directions to the best places to bird, from the famous white sand beaches to hidden watering holes to the majestic national parks.Trade ReviewThis guide to the more than 280 bird species seen on Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao is accessible to both beginners and experts. In this work that serves as both a site guide and a field guide to the islands' birds, readers will find excellent maps and illustrations along with detailed bird descriptions. The section on conservation adds awareness of the threats to the birds and to the habitats on which they rely. This reliable and enjoyable resource is recommended to public libraries. -- Thomas E. Baker * American Reference Books Annual *The authors are professional musicians(!), obviously accomplished birders, and well-published authors, and they have produced a really nice book here—although it is not typical of many modern guides. The first 95 pages present detailed information for finding the best birding areas on each island, as well as available amenities (which is very helpful). Approximately 280 species of birds occur in the area, and these are listed and discussed in the middle 190 pages, a considerable departure from text and illustrations occurring on the same page. Species discussions include a brief description, mention of similar species, conservation status, and known range. Following the discussions, 59 attractive color plates contain paintings of all species. The final few pages consider bird conservation on the islands. This book is an absolute must for birders traveling to the islands, but the restricted coverage area will limit desirability for many North American libraries, except those with extensive ornithological holdings. * Choice *Table of ContentsIntroductionThe IslandsSite GuideAnatomical FeaturesSpecies AccountsColor PlatesBird ConservationAnnotated List of Species

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Book SynopsisCreated specifically for fans of Japanese cool culture, A Geek in Japan is one of the most iconic, hip, and concise cultural guides available. Reinvented for the internet age, it is packed with personal essays and hundreds of photographs and presents all the touchstones of traditional and contemporary culture in an entirely new way. A Geek in Japan decodes the mysteries of the Japanese language, Japanese social values and daily habits, business and technology, the arts, and symbols and practices that are peculiarly Japanese. This revised and expanded edition contains many new pages of materials on all sorts of topics including Kyoto, Japanese architecture, and Japanese video games. It also features a guide to author Hector Garcia's favourite Tokyo hangouts and tips on visiting many secret places around Japan. Highlighting the originality and creativity of the Japanese, debunking myths, and answering nagging questions such as why the Japanese are so fond of wearing face masks, Garcia has written an irreverent, insightful, and highly informative guide for the growing ranks of Japanophiles around the world.Trade Review"Everyone who is interested in Japan will find this book fascinating." --Larry Ellison, cofounder and CEO, Oracle Corporation"One of the funniest and yet most accurate descriptions of modern Japanese culture that I've ever seen. Highly recommended!" --Joichi Ito, director, MIT Media Lab"Hector and I share a deep interest and affection for all things Japanese. But in my case, I only get to enjoy Japan on my business trips. Back in Spain, I like to keep in touch. And that I do reading kirainet, 'A geek in Japan.' Now you can do the same. And in book format. Enjoy!" --Martin Varsavsky, entrepreneur, founder of Fon and Safe Democracy Foundation

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Book SynopsisIn Love with New York is an irresistible combination of 50 delicious sweet and savoury recipes and stories of epic romance. Take a carriage ride through Central Park or hail a yellow taxi and discover all the culinary delights that New York has to offer, from classic pastrami sandwiches and indulgent brunch dishes to the quintessential Cosmopolitan cocktail. Be inspired by the city that never sleeps and relive moments from classic films and TV series such as When Harry Met Sally and Sex and the City. In Love with New York will make you fall head over heels for the Big Apple.

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Book SynopsisREVISED 2018 Streetwise Jerusalem Map is a laminated city center map of Jerusalem, Israel in an accordion-fold pocket size travel map format. Coverage includes: Main Jerusalem Map 1:17,000 Old City Map 1:7,000 Dimensions: 4" x 8.5" folded, 8.5" x 27" unfolded Traveling to Jerusalem Israel can be the experience of a lifetime. It s hard not to feel the depth of history and atmosphere of the Holy Land in this concentrated labyrinth of tiny alleyways and small streets crowded with residents, merchants, tourists and pilgrims from around the world, same as it has been for thousands of years. To help the traveler experience the richness of this ancient capital, the STREETWISE® Jerusalem Map includes the intricately laid out street grid of the Old City and features an abundance of tourist sites such as hotels, museums, religious holy sites, parks, and government locations. Jerusalem is a walking city, particularly The Old City. A special inset map of the Old City enables you to discover that all the religious sites you visit are not just displays of antiquity, but rather still serve the same higher purpose they have for centuries. The city surrounding the Old City is clearly depicted including Mount Scopus, Yad Vashem, and areas South and North of the city. Our pocket size map of Jerusalem is laminated for durability and accordion folding for effortless use.

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Book SynopsisThis supremely challenging cryptic collection contains 50 jumbo-sized, large grid puzzles, conceived to really challenge your word skills.Selected by The Times'' Crossword Editor, Richard Rogan, this original collection will challenge even the most experienced crossword buff.The ultimate and only jumbo cryptic crosswords available, these puzzles will allow you to give the grey matter a real workout. With unique grids of 23 x 23 squares (in comparison to the standard 15 x 15 grid), they require serious word power and cryptic puzzling skill.Put your linguistic prowess to the test with these quality puzzles from the Times' crossword writers.

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Book SynopsisA visual journey through the state of Rajasthan in India to explore and awaken your creativity in the arts and crafts

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Book SynopsisThe text covers the geography, people, history, and expeditions in Sikhim and Bhutan, including early reminiscences, royal visits, and missions to Bhutan.

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Book SynopsisMorocco is a country that has been much invaded, much traveled though, and much written about in many languages. Positioned at the entrance to Africa—or the entrance to Europe—it has seen deep cultural cross-fertilization and the emergence of a very distinct culture at the threshold of two worlds. Its history is exciting and colorful; its ancient cities extraordinary in their preservation; and its people magnetic. It has drawn travelers and writers for many centuries, and continues to do so today, with the result that there exists a rich seam of description and sometimes quizzical (but generally very fond) appreciation, which Martin Rose, a long-time resident of the country, has been able to mine for this fascinating anthology.

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Book Synopsis"Libyan Sands" is unmistakably the work of an Englishman, a modest, machine- and desert-loving young officer whose passionate amateur enthusiasm led to the exploration of the Egyptian western desert and the Libyan Sahara on the eve of the second world war.

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Book SynopsisJoe Roberts stayed for five months with the Trivedi family in Bangalore,while travelling all over southern India. Wherever he went he met extraordinary people, but these encounters take second place to his ripening friendship with the Trivedi family, and his exact chronicling of their neighbours.

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Book SynopsisWith Rick Steves, central Italy is yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Italy includes: ·Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more in central Italy's hill towns, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps ·Top sights and local experiences: Uncover Etruscan history in the beautifully preserved town of Voltera or relax while wine tasting in Montepulciano. Take a romantic stroll along Orvieto's ramparts, peruse medieval towers in San Gimignano, and indulge in delicious pici in Siena ·Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Hill Towns of Central Italy is truly a tour guide in your pocket.Expanding your trip? Pick up Rick Steves Italy for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

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Book SynopsisAre you up to the challenge of 200 new Su Doku puzzles, arranged in easy, medium and difficult categories?Keep your mind sharp and test your powers of deductive reasoning with these ever-popular number puzzles. Ideal for whiling away those long commutes, travelling on holiday or relaxing at home. The best value su doku puzzles around.

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Book Synopsis“Shukert''s sharp comic turns careen smack into the middle of our hearts.— Los Angeles TimesFrom performer, playwright, comedian, author and writer and producer of Glow and Superirl Rachel Shukert, Everything Is Going to Be Great, is a hilarious memoir of traveling through Europe in her twenties. Rachel chronicles her youthful navigation through the haphazard fun and debauchery of new freedoms, and the growing pains that ultimately accompany “adulthood.” Fans of Sloane Crosley and David Sedaris are going to love Shulkert’s story, and her sharp, smart humor.

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Book Synopsis''I was warned by all those who knew me that to take on a project like this was madness.''At the peak of her fast-paced career, presenter and interviewer Selina Scott bought a house in the Tramuntana hills of Mallorca. It was a dilapidated old farmhouse without even mains electricity or water, but she had fallen in love with the beauty and peace of the surroundings, and the promise of an escape from her high-pressured job and unwelcome tabloid attention.Selina begins to settle into Mediterranean life and spends time renovating the house. However, she soon realises that making the old house her home is going to be more difficult than she thought. From the unwelcome wildlife that insists on sharing her house, to dubious building work, locals both friendly and hostile, and a forest fire that threatens the whole valley, Selina''s new life is full of unexpected challenges. In this funny, elegantly written account of her Spanish years Selina tells us about tTrade ReviewShe records with a loving and observant eye * Telegraph *Charming * Sunday Express *A terrific read, beautifully written * Richard Madeley *

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Book SynopsisTony Hawks lives in London. He leads a diverse life and has various 'jobs', such as performing stand up comedy, appearing as a panellist on TV and radio (Have I Got News For You, Just A Minute, I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue), acting, writing, playing tennis, and making music.Trade ReviewEven if you hate tennis and couldn't find Moldova on the map, you'll be charmed. Utterly recommended * FHM *Surprisingly touching as well as incredibly funny * The Oxford Times *I expected to find this book funny, which it is; I didn't expect to find it illuminating and rather moving, which it is too * Daily Mail *This immensely readable account, enriched with moments of true hilarity is, quite honestly, a bit of a gem * Living Abroad Magazine *

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