“Staring back at me from the darkness was the dappled head of a leopard.” Enter Lui-Kotale in the Democratic Republic of Congo and meet some amazing primates, the bonobos. Get to know the least know great apes at a personal level as well as many other species and people. From bonobos in the day to leopards in the night being a bonobo habituator is far from dull. During nine months following a wild group of bonobo, meat eating, wading and urinating on researchers, were some of the many … [Read more...] about A Zoologist’s Stumblings In Africa: How to Habituate a Bonobo by John Matthew Stritch
Motions and Moments: More Essays on Tokyo by Michael Pronko
Motions and Moments is the third book by Michael Pronko on the fluid feel and vibrant confusions of Tokyo life. These 42 new essays burrow into the unique intensities that suffuse the city and ponder what they mean to its millions of inhabitants. Based on Pronko’s 18 years living, teaching and writing in Tokyo, these essays on how Tokyoites work, dress, commute, eat and sleep are steeped in insights into the city’s odd structures, intricate pleasures and engaging undertow. Included are … [Read more...] about Motions and Moments: More Essays on Tokyo by Michael Pronko
Bargain Book: Highs and Lows on the John Muir Trail by Inga Aksamit
This lively account of a woman’s trek on the John Muir Trail is a must-read for those who plan to hike the trail or armchair travelers who want to live the adventure vicariously. Written in journal style, the author’s description of the majestic scenery, comradery of trail friends and challenges of the terrain are engaging and informative. Along the way, trekkers will see how she and her husband met challenges head-on, lightened their load, planned meals and managed daily logistics for more than … [Read more...] about Bargain Book: Highs and Lows on the John Muir Trail by Inga Aksamit
Paul and Kiki’s Guide to Vacationing In Italy: Making Your Tuscany Holiday a Treasured Memory by Paul and Kiki Stuart
Paul and Kiki's Guide to Vacationing In Italy: Making Your Tuscany Holiday a Treasured Memory is unnlike many travel books as it is written in a very personal narrative style that will help you go through the steps of planning your own itinerary to Italy to your favorite “must see” destinations, along with tips on how to make the most out of your vacation traveling time. And you are given enough information and tips to make up your own unique travel plans or you can just sit back, relax and … [Read more...] about Paul and Kiki’s Guide to Vacationing In Italy: Making Your Tuscany Holiday a Treasured Memory by Paul and Kiki Stuart
San Diego from A to Z by Laura Roberts
Tired of the same old guidebooks? Learn where to go and what to do from a local! This alphabetical city guide looks at San Diego - and tourism - from a whole new angle, letting readers browse the city at their own pace. Learn about... * Local favorites * Tourist attractions * Cultural oddities * And enjoy unique trivia you just won't get from the other guys! ˃˃˃ For visitors AND residents Whether you're a first-time visitor or a life-long resident, San Diego from A to Z will … [Read more...] about San Diego from A to Z by Laura Roberts
The Quick Guide to Teaching ESL in Thailand, Korea, Taiwan and Japan by Ace Wall
I love teaching ESL in Asia. Living here is an exciting adventure. I just love the feeling of being here right now. It's amazing...the people I've met and experiences I've had. BUT...it hasn't all been fun and games. I wrote this book for a reason...so you can learn from my pain! I'll give you my knowledge so you don't have to go through what I went through. You can enjoy the good part of teach ESL and avoid the bad. I ONLY WISH I HAD THIS BOOK WHEN I STARTED OUT! • What are the best countries … [Read more...] about The Quick Guide to Teaching ESL in Thailand, Korea, Taiwan and Japan by Ace Wall
Prepare, Travel, Return: A Beginner’s Guide to Globetrotting by Bailey Richert
A comprehensive handbook for the first-time international globetrotter, Prepare, Travel, Return contains the cumulative knowledge of hundreds of travelers and travel resources all geared toward towards one goal: helping you prevent disasters, pitfalls and emergencies before you set foot overseas. This expert travel preparation and execution handbook explains: • How to register your trip with the US State Department • Differences between travel alerts and warnings • How to obtain an … [Read more...] about Prepare, Travel, Return: A Beginner’s Guide to Globetrotting by Bailey Richert
Pirates, Pralines, and Spanish Moss: A Travel Guide for Savannah and Tybee Island, Georgia by Jan Ross
It’s time for a visit to one of the most beautiful cities in the south – Savannah, Georgia. Not only is the “Hostess City” lovely with historic mansions, wonderful local seafood, an enchanting cobblestone river walk, and creepy cemeteries, it even has a beach as well. Nearby Tybee Island makes a visit to Savannah just perfect. This travel guide is written by Jan Ross, a full time, well-published travel writer who has visited Savannah and Tybee Island numerous times and will share her suggestions … [Read more...] about Pirates, Pralines, and Spanish Moss: A Travel Guide for Savannah and Tybee Island, Georgia by Jan Ross
Getting Rooted in New Zealand by Jamie Baywood @creativiapub
This book is bargain priced from 08/27/2014 until 09/02/2014 Craving change and lacking logic at 26, Jamie, a cute and quirky Californian, impulsively moves to New Zealand to avoid dating after reading that the country’s population has 100,000 fewer men. In her journal, she captures a hysterically honest look at herself, her past and her new wonderfully weird world filled with curious characters and slapstick situations in unbelievably bizarre jobs. It takes a zany jaunt to the end of … [Read more...] about Getting Rooted in New Zealand by Jamie Baywood @creativiapub
Paris – Without the Tourists by Udey Johnson
Paris is one of the most popular tourist destinations on earth, and for a very good reason; it's a fascinating and fun place to visit. Each year The City of Light greets close to 30 million foreign tourists, and most of them are headed for a select list of the exact same places. As a result, the lines to get into the most popular museums are long, and once inside it can get unbelievably crowded. Not only that, but the most visited parks, sites, and restaurants – along with the streets around … [Read more...] about Paris – Without the Tourists by Udey Johnson
Route Number 11: Argentina, Angels & Alcohol by Harry Whitewolf
All alone in Argentina, with only a guardian angel, a broken heart and an abundance of beer for company. The nameless tourist travels through a blur of smoky bars, sexy señoritas, lucky escapes and magnificent mountains, guided by signs and the mysterious 11:11 Phenomenon. His destination? 21/12/12: the beginning of The New Age. This true story is told in a tangle of twisted time lines. Snippets and snapshots with bustling city and small town backdrops. A story for travellers, truth … [Read more...] about Route Number 11: Argentina, Angels & Alcohol by Harry Whitewolf
Sail With Me by Rebecca Burg
A young woman from Wisconsin gives up her hard-won "American Dream" and ends up with an old, 31-foot live aboard sailboat. In Florida, an aging fishing guide and combat veteran, who's somewhat a gruff loner, realizes that life has gotten too routine and far too short. He owns an antique, 36-foot ketch. These two unlikely strangers cross paths and they decide to sail beyond the horizon, side by side. For over ten years, they traveled, seasonally, through parts of the Bahamas and the Florida Keys. … [Read more...] about Sail With Me by Rebecca Burg
