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'An entertaining and compelling page turner that will stay with you.' Pete GossThe boat picks up another wave and surfs again, faster this time, deafening. My eyes are streaming, sore from the icy wind that throws spray in my face. And over the top...

The Polish journalist whose The Soccer War and The Emperor are counted as classics of contemporary reportage now bears witness in Imperium to the disintegration of the Soviet Union. This magisterial book combines childhood memory with unblinking journalism, a radar for the truth with...

Who would ever have thought that an American academic and a Chinese security guard would find true love in the Beijing subway? Certainly not Tammy... Then one sunny day in May, on her regular subway commute, she spotted the young, dashing Jackie and her...

Turn your wanderlust into reality with expert strategies from Brian Kelly, the founder of The Points Guy--the leading voice in travel and loyalty programs--with this ultimate resource for everything from leveraging airline and credit card points to planning your dream itinerary. Named Forbes's #1...

Uncover the most remarkable examples of religious architecture in England on this grand tour of London's great churches. With specially commissioned images and text by renowned photographer Derry Brabbs, this illuminating guidebook is informed by an abundant history, extending from the Medieval to the...

- Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Topographic MapAt an elevation of over 11,000 feet, the Grand Mesa is one of the largest flat-top mountains in the world. Year-round activities abound in the region, from skiing and snowmobiling to hiking, biking, and fishing in dozens of...

An American Irish Landscape Architect from Boston living in Brooklyn travels around Ireland, the beguiling landscape of her ancestors, alone for a week. Land, sea, stone, and plants are translated and absorbed in equal measure. Sponsored by Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates.Author: Hillary ArcherPublisher: BlurbPublished:...

Discover the best places to visit in Bangkok, from the fascinating National Museum to the splendid temples of Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Pho. Seven easy-to-follow itineraries explore the city's most interesting areas--from bustling markets to leafy parks--while reviews of the best hotels, nightlife,...

Explore Germany on your next travel adventure! Experience this European country's best galleries, restaurants, attractions and historical sites. Walk the streets of Germany's medieval towns. Treat your senses to a sublime classical concert, local cuisine and art. Visit Bavaria's castles. With endless inspiration, stunning...

The Galveston Campaigns were a series of naval and overland battles that pitted Confederate General John B. Magruder and his often-improvised Confederate forces against General Nathaniel P. Banks and a variety of Union army and naval forces. A Federal fleet entered Galveston Bay on...

The Pacific Crest Trail is one of America's great long-distance hiking routes. The PCT folllows the mountains from the Mexican border in the south all the way to the Canadian border in the north. Cheryl Strayed's bestselling Wild led huge numbers of Americans to...

Congratulations on taking the bold step towards your Canadian dream! Your decision to immigrate toCanada marks the beginning of an exciting chapter filled with opportunities and possibilities. However, embarking on such a significant journey can feel overwhelming without the right guidance and support.Enter "Coming...

Why do Americans go to the grocery store to buy wine from California, Italy, or New Zealand, when many of us can find an independent winery thirty minutes down the road? Why are locally grown and produced wines so often disdained when locally grown...

A guide to more than 150 cemeteries and memorials in 15 counties throughout Northeast Ohio. Shares the fascinating stories of Cleveland's most notable permanent residents, including celebrities, villains, patriarchs, and just plain folks. Gives details about where and when to visit, historical facts, oldest...

The war in Ukraine has brought about a newfound curiosity and interest in a country that is often misunderstood. Beloved Ukraine offers a glimpse into this country before the recent conflict, as captured through the lens of National Geographic Society photographer, Paul Chesley, over...

Being Mother Courage joins the prior three books in Jan Anthony's eight-book chronicle -- Not to Be Denied, Gullibles' Travels, and Secret Transgressions.In Being Mother Courage, Bea and Jan become the visibly out local lesbians with their feminist bookstore. With parents passing and ex-husbands...

Author: Vanessa Lee ChristensenPublisher: Gloo BooksPublished: 11/20/2023Pages: 22Binding Type: Board BookWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 6.90h x 6.90w x 0.70dISBN: 9781962351973

A Young Man's Dream: An Old Man's Reality" by Wyveda I. Philbert is a memoir about the author's husband, Joe, fulfilling his lifelong dream of completing the Great Circle Loop, a 5,000-mile boating adventure along the Intracoastal Waterway, the Great Lakes, and major U.S....

Santa Claus needs a vacation! The packages are loaded, the list is checked, and Santa needs a break before the big night. Dressed in shorts and his Island shirt, Santa and Mrs Claus head south to a sandy beach for a few days of...

Award-winning photographer Peter Guttman showcases the vibrant and wildly diverse American people in an unprecedented, multi-decade collection of sharply etched portraits Like few nations, the United States flourished through the hard work and enterprising creativity of individuals from myriad identities. These cultural strands--along with...