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I had no idea that I would like Malaysia. I even thought I might just fly through Kuala Lumpur and only see the airport. Life had other plans. As I travelled around South East Asia, I would keep coming back; each time I would see a new side of Malaysia and I would see Kuala Lumpur differently—after all, each time I was a different person.

Martha Franks’ Books Without Borders: Homer, Aeschylus, Galileo, Melville and Madison Go to China is an account, a vivid narrative, of education actually taking place in the classroom day by day, month by month. Ms. Franks steadfastly and unpretentiously brings to her students a form of education directed not at passing standardized tests but at considering timeless questions such as, "What is the best life?" "Does human suffering have any meaning?" "What is justice and how can it be realized?"

Discover the captivating allure of Vietnam, and immerse yourself in the country's rich history, vibrant cities, and breathtaking landscapes with this comprehensive travel guide.

Prepare to be captivated by the enthralling tale of Taiwan's history, a journey that unveils the intricate dynamics between two global powerhouses—China and the United States. Stepping onto this stage is none other than Ambassador Professor Dr. David K. Ewen, a remarkable individual who has dedicated his life to fostering cultural understanding and collaboration between Asia and the rest of the world.

Eat Like a Local: Baguio City by author Charlotte Quevedo will offer the inside scoop on the best places to eat in the area. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Eat Like a Local series, this book will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination.

Expat Guide: Thailand is your essential comprehensive resource for successfully transitioning to life in the vibrant nation of Thailand. This guide is meticulously structured to walk you through every step of your expat journey, from understanding the expat life, to making the decision to move to Thailand. Navigating the intricacies of Thailand's visa, legal requirements, healthcare system, and housing options is made straightforward with this guide.

Von den bescheidenen Anfängen in Japan bis hin zu seiner weltweiten Beliebtheit - dieses Buch erzählt die faszinierende Geschichte, wie Sushi am Fließband zu einer globalen kulinarischen Sensation wurde.

Experience Alexandra David-Neel's captivating and inspirational journey to become the first Western woman to reach the Tibetan holy city of Lhasa and be received by the Dalai Lama. Enduring backbreaking travel, threatening militaries, disease, and countless other dangers, David-Neel's journey is an epic demonstration of perseverance and courage.

The Chiang Mai travel guide is a historical guide that offers travelers a comprehensive overview of the city and its rich cultural heritage. The guide features a curated selection of hot spots to visit, including must-see attractions like the Old City, Doi Suthep, and the Elephant Nature Park, as well as lesser-known gems like Baan Kang Wat Artist Village and the Chiang Mai Grand Canyon.

Most travel audiobooks tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this audiobook will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination. This guidebook will not tell you exact addresses or store hours, but instead gives you knowledge that you may not find in other smaller-print travel books. Slow down and get to know the people with this invaluable guide.

«Un romanzo dovrei venire a scrivere e nient’altro. Non resta che sublimare tutta questa roba in qualcosa che non sia l’articoletto. Non troverò il tempo?» annotava Terzani. E quasi come una favola, sanguinaria eppure ricca di poesia e fragranze tropicali, Fantasmi inizia tra pipistrelli, palazzi reali ed elefanti semisacri.

A definitive, comprehensive and engrossing chronicle of one of the greatest dynasties of the world—the Mughal—from its founder Babur to Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last of the clan the magnificent Mughal legacy is an inexhaustible source of inspiration to historians, writers, moviemakers, artists and ordinary mortals alike. Here is a fascinating and riveting saga that brings alive a spectacular bygone era—authentically and convincingly.

When Jacky visits the tiny Indonesian island of Gili Air, she envisages idyllic beaches, breathtaking sunsets and deep tranquillity. Her picturesque dream of island life is crushed as a series of fatal earthquakes immediately hit the area. As she dodges a potential tsunami and falling debris and fights for an escape route to safety, will she weather the storms of her nomadic life or head home to Spain?

Mark Twain begibt sich auf Weltreise und uns wird das Vergnügen gewährt, mitkommen zu dürfen. Wir erreichen Indien und werden der Lebensfreude der Leute am berühmten Farbentag gewahr. Die bunte Kleiderpracht versetzt uns in einen Rausch der Sinne bis plötzlich die schwarze Armee eines christlichen Missionierungs-Geschwaders die euphorische Stimmung im Keim erstickt. Wir besuchen Ceylon, den Ort, an welchem sich die Tropen mit dem Orient verbinden und erfahren von Twain etwas über seine Jugend und dessen Vater im von Rassismus geprägten Süden der USA.

For those looking to live in Japan, this series offers penetrating cultural insights to give you a clear idea of what you're in for. Sparing you years of wondering why things are the way they are, Steve gives you the lay of the land with his distinct perspective and sense of humor.

Real Japanese is a blend of short stories, key phrases, and language learning tips to get you started in Japanese. It also shows you the key differences between formal and everyday Japanese, which is a game changer and completely lacking from most Japanese language books.

Now an Academy Award-nominated major motion picture starring Dev Patel, Nicole Kidman and Rooney Mara, this New York Times bestseller and #1 international best-seller tells the miraculous and triumphant story of a young man who rediscovers not only his childhood life and home...but an identity...

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience.

In his ninth motorcycle journey, award-winning author Lawrence Bransby has chosen to travel through Vietnam. With the ever-present spectre of the war looking over his shoulder, Bransby travels throughout this fiercely independent country, meeting local people, riding sections of the Ho Chi Minh Trail close to the border with Cambodia, and spending time in a Vietnamese hospital after an accident–somehow inevitable after negotiating what are accepted as the second most dangerous roads in the world.

A CAPTIVATING JOURNEY AROUND THE WORLD FROM THE CREATOR OF JAMES BOND, BROUGH TO LIFE WITH BARNABY EDWARDS' ENGAGING NARRATION. Ian Fleming’s world travels and interests, as well as his journalism and wartime experiences, lent authority to everything he wrote. In 1959, the Sunday Times...

Il Laos è la fonte, da qui partono due viaggi: uno fisico e uno interiore, che scorrono alternandosi e unendosi, capitolo dopo capitolo, in un vortice ritmato di umanità, geopolitica e rock and roll. L'autrice, dopo un tradimento subìto, parte per una grandiosa avventura che dalla capitale del Laos, Vientiane, la spingerà fino alla Scandinavia, attraversando tutta l’Asia centrale. Da sola, via terra.

It is 1965 in this memoir when Patricia and her new husband set off on to Europe on their honeymoon. Little did she know that this trip would stretch into a two-year journey that would take them around the world on a bare-bones budget. While living rarely more than an arm’s distance apart in their VW van, they make their way from Europe and West Asia to South Asia, then continue across East Asia by train, bus, and hitchhiking.

For those looking to live in Japan, this series offers hard-won insights of how to land with a running start and set yourself up for success. Covering everything from how to best get started, dealing with taxes, applying for a permanent visa, side work, Steve explains how to handle the many unexpected challenges of living in a country that is distinctly foreign.

Savor the Flavor: A Japanese Food Vocabulary Guide is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the rich culinary world of Japan. With over 170 food vocabulary words for different food groups and eight chapters covering everything from fruits and vegetables to meats, fish, sushi, ramen, and desserts, this guide is a valuable resource for Japanese language learners and travelers looking to fully immerse themselves in the culture.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit the Maldives. Greater Than a Tourist - Maldives by author Aishath Nadheema offers firsthand and personal insight into the best ways to visit the local islands and resorts in the Maldives. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Japan. Greater Than a Tourist: Japan by author Andy Cheng offers the inside scoop on Japan.

Roby, a 38-year-old Italian woman living in London, decides to take a break from life as she knows it, however interesting and activity-filled she has tried to make it, and escape all the negativity and sadness that she just can’t seem to shake.

Die transsibirische Eisenbahn - die längste Zugstrecke der Welt und eine Reise voller Abenteuer und Magie. Erlebnisse auf der Strecke von Hamburg über Helsinki, St. Petersburg und quer durch Russland über den Baikalsee und die Mongolei nach China.

THE CHINESE "LORD OF THE RINGS" - NOW IN ENGLISH FOR THE FIRST TIME. THE SERIES EVERY CHINESE READER HAS BEEN ENJOYING FOR DECADES - 300 MILLION COPIES SOLD. "Western fantasy has JRR Tolkien, but we Asian fantasy authors have Jin Yong's stories in our DNA. The debt we owe him is immeasurable"...

Greater Than a Tourist: Yogyakarta Indonesia by Fanny Nadia Pollatu offers the inside scoop on Yogyakarta. Most travel guides tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, this audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.