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By Emily Brown. 2015
Birmingham began as a boomtown filled with immigrants who held on to the best recipes from their homelands. More recently,…
locals like Frank Stitt and Carole Griffin helped transform the modern southern city into a foodie destination with the best of national trends. Andrew Zimmern visited with his show Bizarre Foods America to tout one of the city's most popular food trucks, Shindigs. Fast casual dining is done with care, and gems like Trattoria Centrale and Bettola are dedicated to local ingredients. Join food writer and restaurant enthusiast Emily Brown as she details the delectable history of food in the Magic City.By Simon Ostheimer. 1945
Author Simon Ostheimer lays out his top picks in three simple chapters: Hong Kong's Best Sights highlights 21 must-see sights…
and essential experiences: from the world's biggest light and sound show in Victoria Harbor to a traditional fishing village on stilts; and from shopping on Temple Street to the horse races at spectacular Happy Valley or an eco-tour to see the famous pink dolphins. Exploring Hong Kong takes you to top attractions in every part of Central Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories, and the Outer Islands as well as to Macau and the Chinese mainland. Author's Recommendations gives specific details on: excellent hotels and nightspots; the best shopping; the best kid-friendly activities; the best museums and galleries; and the best hikes and nature walks.The author also provides basic travel information, including useful web sites and pointers for getting around Hong Kong. Extensive cross-referencing makes it easy to plan your visit. This guide is extraordinarily useful and 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.By John Miksic, Anita Tranchini, Marcello Tranchini. 1990
This book is intended to enhance the enjoyment which one obtains from Borobudur and its reliefs, by describing what is…
known of the ancient Javanese who built it and of the symbols which they employed to express their conception of man's place in the universe.By C. Louise Thomas. 2016
Pioneers had first settled in the area along the Columbia River by 1847, but Kalama was not officially incorporated there…
until 1890. Early riverboats stopped in Kalama to obtain timber to fire their boilers. The Northern Pacific Railroad chose Kalama as the site to land its rail-transfer ferry, and it also became the terminus for Northern Pacific Railroad to complete a rail line to Puget Sound. The city grew and flourished around these industries. However, it also endured many hardships, surviving devastating floods, a fire that destroyed the business district, and the loss of its agricultural base, but each time, the citizens rebuilt. With the second-largest port by volume in Washington State and a growing industrial base, Kalama continues to prosper today. People are drawn to its small-town charm and advantageous location along the I-5 corridor and the Columbia River, where rail, road, and river meet.By Jill Gocher, Michael Vatikiotis. 2006
Indonesia's stunning beauty and diversity is captured here with the help of Jill Gocher's striking and intuitive images and the…
insightful essays penned by Michael Vatikiotis. For the first time visitor, the frequent traveler, or the complete stranger, this book offers a fascinating illustrated introduction to Indonesia's wondrous complexity.By Melanie Wood, Andrew Whitmarsh. 2012
Linking over 500 activities and attractions into 25 half-day and full-day excursions, this is the first in-depth book on Jakarta…
that tells you exactly where to go, what to do and how to get there in order to maximize your enjoyment of the city.By Jason Wilson, Sloane Crosley. 2011
The Best American Series®First, Best, and Best-SellingThe Best American series is the premier annual showcase for the country's finest short…
fiction and nonfiction. Each volume's series editor selects notable works from hundreds of magazines, journals, and websites . A special guest editor, a leading writer in the field, then chooses the best twenty or so pieces to publish. This unique system has made the Best American series the most respected--and most popular--of its kind. The Best American Travel Writing 2011 includesAndré Aciman, Christopher Buckley, Maureen Dowd,Verlyn Klinkenborg, Ariel Levy, Téa Obreht, Annie Proulx,Gary Shteyngart, William T. Vollmann,Emily Witt, and othersBy Bill Loomis. 2016
One day at a time, discover colorful Motor City moments in history spanning more than three centuries. On November 5,…
1851, Voice of the Fugitive published a letter in support of escaped slaves. On July 3, 1904, Monk Parry became the first monkey to drive a car, and on January 16, 1919, the Statler Hotel menu offered whale meat for dinner. The legendary Steve Yzerman was named captain of the Red Wings on October 7, 1986. Local historian Bill Loomis covers the big events and remarkable stories of life and culture from Detroit's founding to its recent struggles and rebirth.By Pete Weber, Justin B. Bradford. 2015
Nashville may be the country music capital, but local hockey fans know it as Smashville. The Predators adopted their name…
from the bones of a saber-toothed tiger found beneath a local building. Craig Leipold first purchased the expansion rights in 1997, and the team quickly built a loyal following. It won twenty-eight games in the inaugural season. Twelve seasons later, the team finished second in the Central Division and appeared in its first-ever conference semifinals. One year later, it finally dispatched its long-standing rival Detroit Red Wings 4-1 in the opening round of the playoffs. Author Justin Bradford details the fascinating history through unique player anecdotes and perspectives from those involved in the team's rise to prominence.By Periplus Editors. 2011
Finding your way around Malaysia (and also the island nation of Singapore and the kingdom of Brunei Darussalam) is a…
breeze with this handy Tuttle Travel Atlas.Designed for adventurous travelers and containing all the maps you'll need on your explorations, this atlas includes many views that are available nowhere else. It will help you find your destination in every city, town and region in all three countries. Each of the 90 maps in this atlas is presented in a logical, easy-to-follow manner, with emphasis on the most frequently visited areas. All place names, street names and buildings are indexed for quick reference.Comprehensive: Detailed insets of each major town, travel destination and business hub in Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei.Informative: Precise locations for all popular sights, hotels, restaurants, office buildings, shopping malls and other essential locations.Practical: The handy size, well-designed key maps and comprehensive index help you find places you are looking for quickly.Reliable: The maps in this book are thoroughly researched and regularly updated by the leading publisher of Asia Pacific maps.By John McHenry. 2018
In this concise readable account the history of one of the Western Hemisphere s most important…
countries is recounted from the first recorded appearance of early man around 10 000 B C down to the present day Through the pages of this book move the men famous and infamous who have Mexican history Montezuma and Cortes the Spanish viceroys whose downfall began when the priest Hidalgo issues his famous Cry of Dolores the Emperor Agustin de Iturbide first ruler of an independent Mexico General Santa Anna who fought and lost the Texas Revolution and the Mexican War the ill-fated Emperor Maximilian and Benito Juarez who overthrew him Porfirio Diaz and Francisco Madero Huerta Pancho Villa Carranza and Zapata who were involved in the troubles of the early decades of this century and the president since 1920 among them Obregon Calles Cardenas Aleman and the present incumbent Lopez MateosBy Thomas W. Knox. 1889
Here is humor, especially in many of the illustrations; nostalgia and escapism. The author was one of the most colorful…
and popular figures on the New York scene at the height of his career in the 1880's. This fine book is just one of his many legacies, and is an invaluable contribution toward a better understanding of our fine friends Down Under.By Herman Melville. 2007
Melvilles continuing adventures in the South Seasnow for the first time in Penguin Classics Following the commercial and critical success…
of Typee, Herman Melville continued his series of South Sea adventure-romances with Omoo. Named after the Polynesian term for a rover, or someone who roams from island to island, Omoo chronicles the tumultuous events aboard a South Sea whaling vessel and is based on Melvilles personal experiences as a crew member on a ship sailing the Pacific. From recruiting among the natives for sailors to handling deserters and even mutiny, Melville gives a first-person account of life as a sailor during the nineteenth century filled with colorful characters and vivid descriptions of the far-flung locales of Polynesia. .By Bikram Grewal, Henry Wilson. 2002
Exciting India brings you the major attractions of India through spectacular photographs - from the architectural splendor of Delhi-Agra-Rajasthanand the…
sandy beaches of Goa to the vibrant metropolis of Mumbai. The many faces of India are magnificently presented in this pictorial guide.By R. Ian Lloyd, Patrick R. Booz. 2013
The tropical island of Bali is a place of extraordinary beauty-and even more extraordinary people. Terraced rice paddies climb up…
the steep slopes of misty volcanoes like steps reaching to the sky-and waving palms are silhouetted against vast sandy beaches and tropical sunsets that glow with ever-changing colors. Highland volcanic lakes surrounded by lush jungles contrast sharply with the island's busy towns and roads with a multitude of people.In Bali: The Legendary Isle, author Patrick Booz takes you on a guided tour around this Indonesian island paradise. From Bali's fabled temples-with their elaborately carved statues and colorful painted panels-to the bustling village life surrounding them, this photographic journal provides a detailed look at a thriving culture that maintains its freshness and relevance in the modern world.The photographs of National Geographic photographer R. Ian Lloyd present Bali in all its glory-from the ritual celebrations and theatrical performances of a Balinese temple festival to the luxury of the islands renowned resorts. Bali: The Legendary Isle is an unforgettable record of an incomparable island and her people.By Periplus Editors. 2009
By John H. Martin, Phyllis G. Martin. 2002
By Susie Gordon. 2012
Journalist Susie Gordon offers her insider's perspective on Beijing and Shanghai, from experiencing the grandeur of the Forbidden City and…
slurping noodles at the open-air night market in Wangfujing to shopping in People's Square and strolling through Old French Concession. Gordon also includes many unique travel strategies, including Essential Beijing, Whistle-Stop Shanghai, and City Contrastsa 10-day itinerary for a tour of both cities. From Beijing's well-preserved old hutong alleys to Shanghai's ultra-modern Pudong district,Moon Beijing & Shanghaigives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.By Lale Surmen Aran, Tankut Aran. 2012
Rick Steves’ Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe’s most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points…
of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Grand Bazaar, Istanbul—for less than the price of a cappuccino—Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the Grand Bazaar, including when to go and what’s worth your time once you’re there. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the market along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Grand Bazaar, Istanbul is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Tours and Walks are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.By Christopher P. Baker. 2010
Award-winning travel writer Christopher P. Baker highlights Cuba's best lesser-known local hot spots, including Finca Manacas (the birthplace of Fidel…
Castro), Parque Lennon, and Rumba de Salvador's Alley. He also offers fun and creative travel suggestions, such as A Week in Havana, 10 Best Scenic Drives, and Cars, Cigars, and Cabarets. Moon Cubaprovides in-depth information on Havana and complete coverage of the island tip to tip.