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Thai Garden Style
By Luca Invernizzi Tettoni. 2003
Containing over 250 photographs by world-renowned Italian photographer Luca Invernizzi Tettoni and authoritative text by gardening expert William Warren, Thai…
Garden Style is a unique book. Showcasing many of the finest contemporary Thai gardens in lavish colour, it contains a wealth of botanical-and other-information. Some of the gardens are in private homes, others in top international hotels and resorts, and each is a fantastic portrayal of tropical luxuriance.Tropical Asian Style
By Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, William Warren. 2001
Tropical Asian Style contains over 400 colour photos by world-renowned photographer Luca Invernizzi Tettoni. Well-known architects, designers and authorities on…
Asia's cultural heritage provide insightful views on the houses and their design elements. A final section on tropical decorating provides helpful tips on selecting Asian fabrics, furniture and artifacts.Moon Spotlight Newfoundland and Labrador
By Andrew Hempstead. 2015
This full-color guide includes vibrant photos and easy-to-use maps.Moon Spotlight Newfoundland & Labrador is an 80-page compact guide covering the…
best of Newfoundland and Labrador, including the Avalon Peninsula, Labrador Straits, Gros Morne National Park, and the Northern Peninsula. Travel writer and Canada resident Andrew Hempstead offers seasoned advice on must-see attractions, and includes maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation, as well as easy-to-read maps, making navigating these unforgettable locations uncomplicated and enjoyable.Kyoto & Nara The Soul of Japan
By Toshitaka Morita, Philip Sandoz. 1994
Following the book's carefully laid-out design, the reader is taken from season to season and from the past to the…
present in a way that will remind onetime visitors of the peace and calm they experienced in Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, in tranquil gardens and elegant inns. Future visitors will find greater reason to finally take the trip they have dreamed of, to walk the worn paths past statues of smiling foxes, rows of red gateways, and roofs of tile shaped like crestling waves.Myanmar Travel Map Fourth Edition (Periplus Travel Maps)
By Periplus Editors. 2014
The Myanmar Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper,…
this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time.Following highways and byways, this map will show you how to maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums, monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters, shopping centers and more!This 4th edition includes maps and plans that are scaled to: Area Map: Myanmar 1:2,000,000City Plans: Yangon (Rangoon) 1:35,000 Central Yangon 1:17,500 Mandalay 1:25,000Bagan Area 1:35,000Naypyldaw 1:100,000Periplus Travel Maps cover most of the major cities and travel destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. The series includes an amazing variety of fascinating destinations, from the multifaceted subcontinent of India to the bustling city-state of Singapore and the 'western style' metropolis of Sydney to the Asian charms of Bali. All titles are continuously updated, ensuring they keep up with the considerable changes in this fast-developing part of the world. This extensive geographical reach and attention to detail mean that Periplus Travel Maps are the natural first choice for anyone traveling in the region.JAPAN Land of Beauty and Tradition
By Philip Sandoz. 1992
Japan is world famous for the country of Nippon, as the Japanese refer to their island nation. Nippon: Land of…
beauty and Tradition takes the reader on a sweeping tour of this always enticing and often surprising country. From the gaudy exuberance of the Sensoji temple to the tranquility of Ryoanji's stone garden, from kyushu's tropical shores to Hikkaido's arctic slopes, from rice fields and iris gardens to castles and monasteries, this book presents page after page of graphic testimony that Nippon continues to be a land of exquisite beauty and rich tradition.All About China
By Allison Branscombe. 2014
Take the whole family on a whirlwind tour of Chinese history and culture with this delightfully illustrated book that is…
packed with stories, activities and games. Travel from the stone age through the dynasties to the present day with songs and crafts for kids that will teach them about Chinese language and the Chinese way of life. All About China is the next best thing to being there! China is the world's largest and most populated country boasting thousands of years of history, tradition and culture. In All About China, you'll: Discover the fantastic Chinese tales about the creation of the earth and the origin of the Moon Goddess Delve into China's multifaceted cultural heritage, visit breathtaking places and learn Chinese folk songs Take a crack at solving a tangram shape puzzle Learn about the twelve Chinese zodiac animals Try your hand at making a traditional brush painting of a panda, bamboo and other subjects All About China is an exciting and captivating introduction to the country, featuring page after page of colorful illustrations, interesting stories, amazing facts, cultural insights, engaging activities and much more. Young readers will embark on a fascinating journey through the many faces of this country, meeting its people and examining its landscape, culture and historical tapestry.Osaka Travel Map
By Periplus Editions. 2014
The Osaka Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper,…
this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time. Following highways and byways, this map will show you how to maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums, monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters, shopping centers and more! This 4th edition includes maps and plans that are scaled to: Area Map: Kansai Area 1:250,000 City Plans: Osaka & Kobe 1:50,000 Central Osaka 1:15,000 Central Kobe 1:15,000 Periplus Travel Maps cover most of the major cities and travel destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. The series includes an amazing variety of fascinating destinations, from the multifaceted subcontinent of India to the bustling city-state of Singapore and the 'western style' metropolis of Sydney to the Asian charms of Bali. All titles are continuously updated, ensuring they keep up with the considerable changes in this fast-developing part of the world. This extensive geographical reach and attention to detail mean that Periplus Travel Maps are the natural first choice for anyone traveling in the region.Paradise By Design
By Bill Bensley. 2008
Eclectic, baroque and sophisticated-such are the characteristics of the lifestyle resorts and extravagant private residences crafted by the renowned Bensley…
Design Studios in Bangkok and Bali. The 27 resorts and homes featured in Paradise by Design are set amidst resplendent tropical gardens and spread from China to India to Bali. Focused in Asia Pacific, these buildings are unconventional, sensual and hold a special reverence for the tropical climate. Focusing not only on the architecture of the buildings, but also the landscape design, interior design, horticulture and fine arts and crafts found within and without these buildings, Paradise by Design transcends the traditional and details an inclusive look at some of the most stylish and diverse homes and resorts in Asia.Practical Indonesian Phrasebook: A Communication Guide
By John Barker. 1987
This is a handy, travel-sized Indonesian phrasebook with additional information about the Indonesian language.As any seasoned traveler knows, the ability…
to communicate in the language of the country you are visiting makes a very big difference in the experiences you have. Even a basic grasp of a few essentials will help you to relate to the people, get where you want to go, pay the right prices, and get much more out of your visit. That's the reason for this book which is designed especially for travelers to Indonesia and Malaysia. The emphasis is on effective communication, not grammar rules or tourist phrases. It is organized to be as simple, concise, and useful as possibly. With this book and a few hours of practice you can start communicating in Indonesian or Malay.The main focus of the book is Indonesia and Indonesian. However, since Malay is very closely related language, you will be able to make use of it quite effectively in both countries. Key features of Practical Indonesian Phrasebook are:Very compact travel sizeHundreds of useful Indonesian words and phrasesArranged by topic and situation for easy useIndonesian grammar, pronunciation and body-language guidesGlossary and appendix for easy reference and conversion to MalayConsider the Lilies
By Alfreda Oko Martin, Edward Martin. 1965
Japanese flower arranging has attracted a world wide following, and this book is a simple and clear introduction to the…
art.The first section illustrates thirty-six suggested flower arrangements with diagrams and full how-to-do-it instructions. The second part of the book explains the theory and technique of Japanese flower arrangement. The result is a book which gives an astonishing range of flower arrangements, clear explanations of how to make them at home, and an inspiring selection of devotional passages.Tuttle Pocket Japanese Dictionary
By Samuel E. Martin, Sayaka Khan, Fred Perry. 2011
The Tuttle Pocket Japanese Dictionary is the most up-to-date pocket Japanese dictionary available. It covers the contemporary terms and expressions…
used daily in business and educational settings.This comprehensive, portable reference has both Japanese-English and English-Japanese sections. It contains over 18,000 entries, featuring words and phrases most useful for everyday interactions, and features a two-color layout with easy-to-read headwords in blue. It includes the following key features:Designed specifically for foreigners who are studying and using Japanese on a daily basisContains over 18,000 words and expressionsFully updated with recent vocabulary and slangClear, user-friendly layout with headwords in blueRomanized and Japanese script forms for every wordThe right choice for students, travelers and residentsA House in Bali
By Colin Mcphee. 1947
This is a book about passion, obsession and discovery in an amazing land, but also about the voyage of a…
highly talented composer and writer. A House in Bali remains one of the most remarkable books ever written about the fabled island of Bali. This classic book tells the story of Balinese culture through a history of Balinese music. First published in 1947, it tells the story of the writer and composer Colin McPhee's (1900–64) obsession with a music once unknown to the West, and of his journey to Bali to experience it firsthand. In 1929, the young Canadian– born musician chanced upon rare gramophone recordings of Balinese gamelan music which were to change his life forever. From that moment, he lived for the day when he could set foot on the island where the clear, metallic music originated. He was able to realize his dreams and spent almost a decade there during the 1930's. Music of Bali and dance, as McPhee discovered to his delight, are second nature to the Balinese, and his subsequent writings and compositions proved seminal in popularizing Balinese gamelan music in the West. InA House in Bali, McPhee unfolds a beguiling picture of a society long established, staggeringly poor in Western terms, but rich beyond belief in spiritual values and joy. The young composer writes about his discoveries of music in Bali and growing understanding of an astonishing culture where the arts are a prime preoccupation, and of the arts, music is supreme. Much has been written on Bali, but this classic work from 1947 remains the only narrative by a Western musician.Tuttle Travel Pack Hong Kong
By Simon Ostheimer. 1945
The only guide you'll need for getting around Hong Kong! Everything you need is in this one convenient package--including a…
large pull-out map!Sail bustling Hong Kong harbor in an antique junk, take in the spectacular views from Victoria Peak, and visit the Bruce Lee monument on Hong Kong cinema's very own Walk of Fame. Then ride the cable car up to see the giant Buddha, sample tasty Cantonese dim sum in Causeway Bay, and party the night away in chic, hip Lan Kwai Fong. Hong Kong Tuttle Travel Pack offers you the very best of Hong Kong. This guidebook presents all the top sights and attractions, selected for a wide range of budgets and interests. Easy-to-use and easy-to-carry, it is packed with valuable information, handy lists, maps, photographs, and tips on how to make the most of your stay--so you can spend your time enjoying your visit and not just reading about it. Includes 21 Best Sights, Author's Recommendations, and more!d well thought-out. It contains a large pullout map at the back plus 24 detailed maps in text. Tuttle Travel Pack Hong Kong is your top pick for an accessible, unforgettable journey.Vietnam Style
By Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, Bertrand De Hartingh, Anna Craven-Smith-Milnes. 2007
Vietnam has long captured the imagination of travelers, both real and armchair. It is an appealing country, filled with natural…
beauty, tranquil village life and fascinating cities. Vietnam also has an inimitable architectural and interior design style, the product of its rich cultural heritage and the various influences of Chinese, French and other Western colonialism.Vietnam Style is an exploration of the balancing act between traditional vernacular design and architecture and the outside influences of colonialism. The unusual and striking new design styles created by melding these elements are a true cultural kaleidoscope of Vietnam today. Chinese-style shophouses, temples with Indian influences, Thai-style palaces, French Colonial civic and domestic buildings, and the variety of tribal and native wooden houses present in Vietnam Style offer an intimate look into the vibrant, yet virtually unknown world of modern Vietnamese architecture and design.Essential Thai
By Michael Golding, Benjawan Jai-Ua. 2013
This portable, user-friendly Thai language guide and phrasebook is the cheapest and easiest way to learn Thai before and during…
your trip. If you only want one Thai language book--Essential Thai is the way to go. Part of Tuttle Publishing's Essential Phrasebooks Series, it is a great first introduction and beginner guide to the language of Thailand and is also designed as a great Thai phrasebook, making it the most versatile Thai language learning tool on the market. Essential Thai presents the practical language of everyday interactions by incorporating fundamental sentences used when meeting people, starting conversations, and asking and replying to questions in Thai, as well as a basic grammar and pronunciation guide to help you get started speaking Thai right away. In addition, language involving terms and phrases covering the latest technology devices, using social media, and tips on the essentials of travel like arranging accommodations, dining out, dealing with transportation and emergencies, is also effectively covered in extraordinary detail. Essential Thai includes: Over 1,500 essential sentences for everyday use. A glossary containing over 2,000 terms and expressions. A handy format for finding the information you need quickly and easily. Latest Thai vocabulary and technology termsJapanese Stone Gardens
By Stephen Mansfield, Donald Richie. 2009
The Japanese stone garden is an art form recognized around the globe. These gardens provide tranquil settings where visitors can…
shed the burdens and stresses of modern existence, satisfy an age-old yearning for solitude and repose, and experience the restorative power of art and nature. For this reason the value of the Japanese stone garden today is arguably even greater than when many of them were created.Japanese Stone Gardens provides a comprehensive introduction to the powerful mystique and dynamism of the Japanese stone garden--from their earliest use as props in animistic rituals, to their appropriation by Zen monks and priests to create settings conducive to contemplation and finally to their contemporary uses and meaning. With insightful text and abundant imagery, this book reveals the hidden order of stone gardens and in the process heightens the enthusiast's appreciation of them.Beautiful Japan
By Leza Lowitz. 1996
Slop along tree-lined streets filled with exclusive boutiques, stroll in ancient temple grounds, strike a business deal on the thirty-second…
floor of a chrome-and-glass skyscraper, get swept up in the crowds, or sip sake with newfound friends in a bustling neighborhood pub. Tokyo--once a maze of rice-paddies and quiet wooded villages called Edo--is now a tableaux of old and new, where wooden houses meet modern skyscrapers on streets with no names. Welcome to the gateway of the twenty-first century.Bangkok: City of Angels
By Bill Wassman, Joe Cummings. 2005
In over 140 stunning color photographs, backed by the lucid and insightful writing of Joe Cummings, Bill Wassman brings us…
exquisite portraits and views of Bangkok's people, places, and a host of other delights. Wassman's work is an absolute joy to experience as it celebrates the beauty of this remarkable city. In allowing readers to enter the world of Bangkok, they show clearly why Thailand's heartbeat continues to enchant and beguile all who visit her.Roger Dahl's Comic Japan
By Roger Dahl. 2015
Roger Dahl's Zero Gravity cartoon strip has been a popular feature of Japan's leading English-language daily newspaper, The Japan Times,…
since 1991. Now, for the first time, Roger Dahl's Comic Japan brings together the best of Zero Gravity in book form. Offering a Western artist's take on Japan, the strip stars Larry and Lily, a young American couple working as English teachers in Tokyo. Larry and Lily never manage to fully integrate into Japanese society, and Zero Gravity takes a whimsical approach to the meeting of cultures as well as the quirky dynamics of changing relationships between generations and subgroups within Japan. Besides Larry and Lily, Zero Gravity features their close friends, the Koyama family, whose three very different generations encounter plenty of misunderstandings of their own!This anthology contains eight chapters featuring the best selection of strips from Larry and Lily's life in Japan. Each chapter opens with a brief passage about its theme, and a 3-page illustrated introduction provides information about Dahl, his career, and his inspiration for Zero Gravity.Graphic novels and comic books have experienced explosive growth in recent years, and Roger Dahl's Comic Japan offers humorous cross-cultural observations that will delight visitors to Japan and armchair travelers alike.