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Series
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English
Description
The art of discovering cultural and natural treasures in everyday landscapes
In the course of the mundane routines of life, we encounter a variety of landscapes and objects, either ignoring them or looking without interest at what appears to be just a tree, stone, anonymous building, or dirt road. But the "deep traveler," according to Hartford Courant essayist David K. Leff, doesn't make this mistake. Instead, the commonplace elements become the...
Author
Series
Bulletin volume 110
Publisher
State Geological and Natural History Survey of Connecticut, Dept. of Environmental Protection
Pub. Date
1985
Language
English
Author
Language
English
Description
Due to a mix-up, Oliver August stumbles onto the hunt for China's most wanted man, Lai Changxing, an illiterate tycoon on the run from corruption charges. Sensing something emblematic in this outsized tale of rise and fall, August sets out to find the self-made billionaire, in the hope that if he can understand how Lai reinvented himself, he will also better understand the tectonic forces transforming modern China. Lai embodies the story of China's...
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English
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The Great Railway Bazaar is Paul Theroux's account of his epic journey by rail through Asia. Filled with evocative names of legendary train routes; the Direct-Orient Express, the Khyber Pass Local, the Delhi Mail from Jaipur, the Golden Arrow to Kuala Lumpur, the Hikari Super Express to Kyoto and the Trans-Siberian Express; it describes the many places, cultures, sights and sounds he experienced and the fascinating people he met. Here he overhears...
17) Wow! America!
Author
Publisher
Hyperion Books for Children
Pub. Date
c2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents vividly illustrated facts on the U.S.'s landscape, landmarks, and natural resources, each picture featuring adventurous Izzy and her little sister, Jo.
Describes the some of the cities, states, and regions of the U.S.A. from the viewpoint of a girl named Izzy and her friend who travel across the country.
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Publisher
Fodor's Travel Publications
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
"Inside the guide: An illustrated 'ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES' guide to the top things to see and do ; Multiple itinerarires to effectively organize your days and maximize your time ; More than 70 detailed maps ; Color photos throughout ; Honest recommendations from locals on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more ; Photo-filled "BEST OF" features on "France's Best Museums", "France�s Best Small...
20) Canada
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Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Provides a detailed overview of each unique region to help get the most out of your visit. From rural coastal villages to flat prairies to teeming metropolises, this vast Commonwealth country offers endless fascinating experiences.
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