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[2024]
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English
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"Europe by Eurail has been the train traveler's one-stop source for visiting Europe's cities and countries by rail for nearly fifty years. Newly revised and updated, this comprehensive annual guide provides the latest information on fares, schedules, and pass options, as well as detailed information on more than one hundred specific rail excursions and sightseeing options." --
3) California
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[2024]
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English
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A guide to California that outlines its culture and history, offers profiles of the major cities, describes sightseeing attractions, and recommends hotels, restaurants, shopping, and outdoor activities.
4) Panama
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Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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Lonely Planet's Panama is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore Panama City, surf at Santa Catalina, and dive at Parque Nacional Coiba; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Panama and begin your journey now!
6) Bhutan
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Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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"Lonely Planet's Bhutan is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Join the pilgrims at Changangkha Lhakhang, Hike to Taktshang Goemba, and explore the weekend market at Thimpu; all with your trusted travel companion"--
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2023.
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"In the fourth book in the Asha and Baz series, readers learn about volcanoes from renowned volcanologist Katria Kraft! Asha wants to win a super cool volcanic rock by solving the Great Volcano Challenge at school. So she and her best friend Baz use their magic stick to travel to Iceland in 1973 to learn from famous volcano researcher Katia Krafft. She's sure to be able to help them with their project, but she's got an eruption to observe and data...
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2024.
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English
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"The author of the New York Times bestseller Nowhere for Very Long continues her story with this deeply honest, moving account of a woman walking the line between independence and isolation when she moves to the Southwest desert with nothing and no one but her four dogs"--
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Einmal wie die Sonne, einmal den ganzen Globus sehen, einmal in alle Länder schauen: Start und Ziel dieses Buches ist die Datumsgrenze. Dazwischen liegen 360 Längengrade, 206 anerkannte und weniger anerkannte Staaten, Milliarden Menschen und unendlich viele Geschichten. Die schönsten, die lustigsten, die ergreifendsten, die schrägsten und traurigsten hat Wolfgang Machreich für dieses Buch gesucht und entdeckt, sich erzählen lassen und selbst...
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Get the Summary of Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat Pray Love in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Elizabeth Gilbert embarks on a journey of self-discovery following a painful divorce and a tumultuous affair. She travels to Italy, India, and Indonesia, seeking pleasure, devotion, and balance. In Italy, she indulges in the language and cuisine while confronting her mental health struggles. In India, she immerses herself in...
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Get the Summary of Peter Barber's A Parthenon on our Roof in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "A Parthenon on our Roof" by Peter Barber is a vivid narrative that intertwines the personal experiences of Peter Barber and his fiancée Alexandra with the rich tapestry of Greek culture and tradition. The book begins with a harrowing car incident, which sets the stage for a series of reflections on modern life and ancient...
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"Waves of Wanderlust: Stories from Coastal Retreats" invites readers to embark on a journey of exploration and relaxation along the world's coastlines. This captivating collection of tales follows travelers as they seek solace and adventure in picturesque coastal retreats. From quaint seaside villages to sun-kissed beaches and hidden coves, each narrative captures the allure of coastal living and the sense of freedom found where land meets sea. Join...
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Get the Summary of Suzanne Heywood's Wavewalker in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Wavewalker" by Suzanne Heywood is a memoir detailing her family's extraordinary journey around the world on their boat, Wavewalker. The narrative begins with Suzanne's childhood in England, where her father, Gordon, decides to commemorate Captain Cook's third voyage by sailing the globe. Despite financial and logistical challenges,...
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Get the Summary of Louise Douglas's The House by the Sea in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Edie, still grieving her son Daniel's loss, receives news of her former mother-in-law Anna DeLuca's death. Despite resentment towards Anna, Edie travels to Sicily to settle Anna's will, which involves facing her ex-husband Joe. In Sicily, they inherit a villa with a complex history, including Anna's past and a rumored haunting....
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"Wanderlust Chronicles: Tales of Wanderers" is a captivating collection that beckons readers on a global odyssey of exploration and discovery. This enchanting anthology compiles stories from adventurous wanderers who have traversed the globe in search of new experiences and profound encounters. From the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the sun-kissed beaches of the Caribbean, each narrative offers a glimpse into the transformative power of wanderlust....
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Get the Summary of Neil Peart's Ghost Rider in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Neil Peart's "Ghost Rider" is a poignant narrative of his solitary motorcycle journey, a quest for healing after the devastating losses of his daughter Selena and wife Jackie. The book chronicles his travels across North America, from the Canadian wilderness to the deserts of Mexico and the United States. Peart grapples with grief, seeking...
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Get the Summary of Gaston Dorren's Lingo in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Lingo" delves into the rich tapestry of European languages, tracing their origins, evolution, and interconnections. It explores the ancient Proto-Indo-European language, the foundation of many modern European and Indian languages, and the efforts of linguists to reconstruct it. The book examines the peculiarities of Finnish and Hungarian,...
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