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  • High

    A Journey Across the Himalayas Through Pakistan, India, Bhutan, Nepal and China

    by Erika Fatland ...
    Translated by Kari Dickson ...
    ***Shortlisted for the 2023 STANFORD TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR******A Financial Times Travel Book of the Year 2022***"Enchanting" Independent"Fatland distinguishes herself from the stereotypes" Guardian"Fatland is a sensitive and insightful chronicler of quotidian lives and a compelling narrator" Observer"Erika Fatland ascend... ... Read more

    S$ 21.57 SGD

  • Beyond Everest: One Sherpa’s Summit and Hope for Nepal

    One small man, one giant mountain: a Sherpa's quest to create a better future, one perilous step at a time.Every success story begins with a single step in the right direction. Pem Dorjee Sherpa's journey began with a determination to break the cycle of poverty and abuse he was born into. To do that, Pem will have to summon the resilience, courage, and resolve to do what others only dream of: ... Read more

    S$ 7.59 SGD

  • Seven Years in Tibet

    Translated by Richard Graves ...
    A landmark in travel writing, this is the incredible true story of Heinrich Harrer’s escape across the Himalayas to Tibet, set against the backdrop of the Second World War.Heinrich Harrer, already one of the greatest mountaineers of his time, was climbing in the Himalayas when war broke out in Europe. He was imprisoned by the British in India but succeeded in escaping and fled to Tibet. Settling ... Read more

    S$ 11.33 SGD

  • Sovietistão

    by Erika Fatland ...
    Com o colapso da União Soviética em 1991, as cinco repúblicas da Ásia Central até então controladas por Moscou obtiveram a própria independência. Ao longo de setenta anos de domínio soviético, Turcomenistão, Cazaquistão, Quirguistão, Tadjiquistão e Uzbequistão, os países que, das cadeias de montanhas mais altas do mundo ao deserto, antes marcavam a rota da Rota da Seda, de alguma forma passaram ... Read more

    S$ 19.02 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Afghanistan

    by Nicola Barber ...
    Series series Changing World
    In Afghanistan, you will learn that Afghanistan is one of the least economically developed countries in the world. The economy is based on agriculture, but much of the land suitable for farming has been damaged by drought, deforestation, and war. ... Read more

    S$ 20.26 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Jerusalem Travel Guide 2024

    Your Essential Companion to Jerusalem's Rich History, Culture and Wonders

    by Ted Dickinson ...
    Embark on a captivating journey through one of the world's most historic and spiritually significant cities with "Jerusalem Travel Guide 2024" by Ted Dickinson. This comprehensive guide offers insightful narratives, practical travel tips, and detailed maps to help you navigate Jerusalem's ancient streets and modern attractions. Discover the rich history of landmarks like the Western Wall, Dome of ... Read more

    S$ 6.15 SGD

  • Discovering Kazakhstan

    A Traveler's Guide

    by William Jones ...
    Embark on an extraordinary journey through the heart of Central Asia with "Discovering Kazakhstan: A Traveler's Guide." Written by seasoned traveler and explorer William Jones, this comprehensive guide is your passport to uncovering the hidden treasures, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes of Kazakhstan.From the bustling streets of Nur-Sultan, the cosmopolitan capital, to the tranquil ... Read more

    S$ 4.24 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Vietnam Travel Guide

    Where in the world can you find snake wine, war souvenirs, steaming bowls of pho and iced coffee right next to each other? You guessed it, Vietnam, Southeast Asia’s up and coming coastal beauty. Vietnam’s white sandy beaches are enough to rival those in Thailand and it is quickly becoming the next hot destination for backpackers and luxury travelers alike.But Vietnam is so much more than its ... Read more

    S$ 6.32 SGD

  • Abode of the Gods

    Tales of Trekking in Nepal

    by Kev Reynolds ...
    Eight treks. Eight first encounters with the world's greatest mountain range. In this vivid and deeply personal Cicerone book, Kev Reynolds draws on his journals to bring to life eight expeditions into the Nepal Himalaya, from the Kangchenjunga Base Camps and the Annapurna Sanctuary to the remote hidden valleys of Dolpo, the far western reaches of Api and Mugu, and the trails north of Kathmandu ... Read more

    S$ 31.82 SGD

  • Celebrating the City of Denpasar

    Series series Celebrating Cities Book Series
    Celebrating the City of Denpasar is a little collectible souvenir book that belongs to the Celebrating Cities Book Series by Walter the Educator. USE THE EXTRA SPACE TO TAKE NOTES AND DOCUMENT YOUR MEMORIES. Collect them all and more books at WaltertheEducator.com. ... Read more

    S$ 23.32 SGD

  • A Short History of the Silk Road

    Series series Armchair Traveller's History
    The Silk Road is not a place, but a journey, a route from the edges of the Mediterranean to the central plains of China, through high mountains and inhospitable deserts. For thousands of years its history has been a traveller's history, of brief encounters in desert towns, snowbound passes and nameless forts. It was the conduit that first brought Buddhism, Christianity and Islam into China, and ... Read more

    S$ 19.94 SGD

  • Hidden Bhutan

    Entering the Kingdom of the Thunder Dragon

    by Martin Uitz ...
    Series series Armchair Traveller
    In 2006 Time magazine listed the King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuk, as one of the 100 "leaders and revolutionaries" who are changing our world today. Yet it was only in the 1960s that the first road linking the Kingdom of the Thunder Dragon with India was opened, and since 1974 only a strictly limited number of tourists have been allowed to visit each year. Martin Uitz, a renowned expert on ... Read more

    S$ 13.61 SGD

  • Reise Know-How Sprachführer Paschto für Afghanistan und Pakistan - Wort für Wort: Kauderwelsch-Band 91

    by Erhard Bauer ...
    Series Book 91 - Kauderwelsch
    Dieser Paschto-Sprachführer kann den Zugang zu einem Volk ermöglichen, das für seinen Stolz, seine Gastfreundschaft und seinen Unabhängigkeitswillen berühmt ist. Paschto wird in Afghanistan und im Westen Pakistans von etwa 20 Millionen Menschen gesprochen, außerdem dient es in diesem Gebiet auch Nichtpaschtunen als Verkehrssprache. Kauderwelsch Sprachführer bieten einen schnellen Einstieg in ... Read more

    S$ 12.98 SGD

  • Taste of Persia

    A Cook's Travels Through Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, and Kurdistan

    by Naomi Duguid ...
    **Winner, James Beard Award for Best Book of the Year, International (2017)Winner, IACP Award for Best Cookbook of the Year in Culinary Travel (2017)Named a Best Cookbook of the Year by The Boston Globe, Food & Wine, The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The New York Times Book Review, The San Francisco Chronicle, USA Today, and The Wall Street Journal“A reason to celebrate . . . a fascinati. ... Read more

    S$ 20.05 SGD

  • Discover Malaysia

    Malaysia, a gem in Southeast Asia, is a land where diverse cultures, ancient rainforests, and modern cityscapes coalesce. Straddling the equator, this nation is a melting pot of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous cultures, each contributing to the rich tapestry that is uniquely Malaysian.In "Discover Malaysia," we take you on an enchanting journey through this multifaceted country. From the ... Read more

    S$ 3.80 SGD

  • Overlanding Pamir and Tajikistan

    The self-drive guide for explorers traveling by motorcycle, 4x4 or campervan on and off-road

    Series Book 1 - Overlanding Guides
    Tajikistan - a land where the sky seems to touch the earth. “Overlanding Pamir and Tajikistan” is a guidebook to, among other things, one of the world’s most legendary routes - the Pamir Highway. It includes 1,448 km of routes, detailed descriptions of 10 roads, 3 ready-made travel itineraries, and comprehensive descriptions of 30 attractions and must-see places. It also offers accommodation ... Read more

    S$ 20.72 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Kyrgyzstan

    Bradt’s Kyrgyzstan remains the only English-language guide dedicated solely to this astounding country, described as ‘the Switzerland of central Asia’ and regarded by many as the most beautiful nation in the world. This new, thoroughly updated fifth edition extends its detailed coverage of everything this intriguing, little-known but easily accessible country has to offer, including trekking, ... Read more

    S$ 30.62 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Im Sattel durch Zentralasien: 6000 Kilometer in 176 Tagen

    Bereicherte Ausgabe. Abenteuerlicher Reisebericht durch Steppen, Gebirge und Kulturen Zentralasiens

    In "Im Sattel durch Zentralasien: 6000 Kilometer in 176 Tagen" unternimmt der Autor Erich von Salzmann eine faszinierende Reise durch eine der entlegensten Regionen der Erde. Mit einer Mischung aus persönlicher Memoir und ethnografischer Erkundung schildert Salzmann seine abenteuerliche Fahrt, die ihn durch schroffe Gebirgslandschaften, weite Steppen und kulturell reiche Städte führt. Sein ... Read more

    S$ 1.98 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Portraits de Bangkok

    Bangkok par ceux qui y vivent !

    by Alexis Thuaux ...
    Découvrez Bangkok à travers les yeux de ses habitantsPortraits de Bangkok raconte ces parcours de vies, et la ville. On y fait la rencontre de l’artiste Val, qui a trouvé sa voie et son équilibre dans cette ville où l’énergie vibre à tous les coins de rue; Florence, chef d’entreprise, qui a enfin réalisé son rêve asiatique de petite fille ; Robert, le restaurateur d’œuvres d’art sans frontières et ... Read more

    S$ 17.09 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tashkent Travel Guide: A Comprehensive Guide to Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

    Tashkent, the capital city of Uzbekistan, is a vibrant tapestry woven from the threads of history, culture, and modernity. As one of the oldest cities in Central Asia, Tashkent has been a significant hub along the Silk Road, a crossroads where diverse cultures have mingled for centuries. This eBook aims to provide a comprehensive guide to Tashkent, delving into its rich heritage, contemporary ... Read more

    S$ 18.99 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Van Orenburg naar Samarkand

    Verrijkte editie.

    In 'Van Orenburg naar Samarkand' verkent Vasilii Vasil'evich Vereshchagin de complexe en fascinerende wereld van Centraal-Azië, vertellend vanuit het persoonlijke perspectief van zijn reis die een synthese vormt van avontuur en diepgaande reflectie. Het boek is rijk aan descriptieve passages die de schoonheid en de rauwe realiteit van de regio vastleggen en de lezer uitnodigen om de culturele en ... Read more

    S$ 2.98 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Sketches of Central Asia (1868)

    Enriched edition. Additional chapters on my travels, adventures, and on the ethnology of Central Asia

    In "Sketches of Central Asia," Ármin Vámbéry presents a rich tapestry of observations and reflections based on his travels through the lesser-known territories of Central Asia during the mid-19th century. The book is characterized by a keen blend of descriptive prose and meticulous ethnographic detail, rendering a vivid portrait of the cultures, landscapes, and societies he encountered. Vámbéry's ... Read more

    S$ 2.98 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Het geluid van vallende sneeuw/De volle maan als beste vriend

    In 'Het geluid van vallende sneeuw' en 'De volle maan als beste vriend' kijkt de lezer door de ogen van Jannie Regnerus en ondergaat dezelfde betovering die haar destijds overkwam in Japan en Mongolië. De auteur verbleef een jaar in Japan en raakte daar gefascineerd door de bevolking die technologie als vanzelfsprekend omarmt, en tegelijk leeft met goden en geesten en de magische rituelen in stand ... Read more

    Was S$ 14.98 SGD Now S$ 7.98 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 老派少女購物路線【暢銷紀念版】(電子書特別收錄:作者親題贈語)

    by 洪愛珠 ...
    Series Book 3109 - 生活館
    【出版五週年】全球實體書熱銷逾120,000冊,已授權日文、簡體中文、韓文、英文等多種語言。【獲多項肯定】台灣文學金典獎、Openbook年度中文創作、誠品閱讀職人大賞三冠王、博客來年度選書、金石堂年度十大影響力好書、讀墨年度華文大獎人氣作家等。【暢銷紀念版】全新書封、內文修訂、新版推薦序、新版後記、大事紀、珍藏手繪扉頁。【重量級序文】詹宏志新版序;舒國治、馬世芳專序;蔡珠兒推薦短文。這位善於捕捉人生一瞬的作者是深懂文章藝術的。——詹宏志〈新版序〉洪愛珠不只是寫吃寫得好,她是──寫得好。——舒國治〈專序〉▍沿路線,看見生活的來處與底氣 ▍《老派少女購物路線》是洪愛珠首部散文作品。... ... Read more

    S$ 14.58 SGD