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First novel in the David Pross action technothrillers from former member of the RAF Julian Jay Savarin. In the tradition of Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan series. A daring rescue deep in the heart of communist China. A helicopter that could loop and roll without falling out of the sky...LYNX. Former RAF David Pross is a helicopter pilot, the best. But his charter company is barely staying afloat. When a sinister pair of strangers show up at his doorstep and make a huge monetary offer for a highly illegal rescue, he is tempted but refuses—until they tell him the identity of the man to be lifted ...

Many dream of dropping everything and just traveling around the world. It's a common dream, but few imagine embarking on that journey by bicycle. Exposed to the elements, legs burning, all your possessions strapped to you and your bicycle - it doesn't paint a relaxing picture, but this is just what Pierre-Yves Tremblay did.

To nie tyle zapiski z podrózy po Azji. To zywe swiadectwo przezyc Antoniego Ferdynanda Ossendowskiego - znanego globtrotera, naukowca, awanturnika, szpiega, dyplomaty i dziennikarza. Uciekajac przed bolszewikami przez syberyjska tajge i stepy w Mongolii az do Chin, doswiadcza rzeczy i zjawisk, o których nie snilo sie filozofom. Niesamowite okazy fauny i flory, azjatycka odmiennosc kulturowa, wspaniale budowle, magiczne rytualy tubylców... wszystko to opisane zostalo z najprawdziwsza pasja i swada. Dzieki sugestywnemu glosowi Michala Breitenwalda i my mozemy na chwile znalezc sie w tym "rozgorzalym od namietnosci politycznych azjatyckim kotle".

Osaka is a wonderland of gritty, authentic Japan: sizzling pancakes, bustling theaters, racing motorcycles, thrift shops, urban hot springs, and lots and lots of funky cafes. Too bad that the standard Osaka tourist trail rarely touches the best stuff. Don’t get stuck at the Glico Man and Osaka Castle. Don’t stand in lines for tourist traps. This is deep, local Osaka. We’ll experience awesome street art, a secret weekday special at a high-end sushi place, okonomiyaki places where they’ll know your name, and a castle a million times better than the one the tourists visit. We’ll even...

The Cook, the Crook, and the Real Estate Tycoon, by prize-winning Chinese novelist Liu Zhenyun, is a novel of Beijing that paints a microcosm of contemporary China, dealing with classes at the two extremes: the super rich and the migrant workers who make them rich through deceit and corruption. The protagonist, Liu Yuejin, is a worksite cook and small-time thief whose bag is stolen. In searching for it, he stumbles upon another bag, which contains a flash disk that chronicles high-level corruption.

Vietnamese girls are a minefield. A very hot minefield. We have the allure, but we’re also a load of trouble, an enigma wrapped in a mystery... and a bowl of pho. We come on strong, then suddenly back away. We wear extremely revealing clothes but faint at the mention of sex. Our college girls look like ladies of the night, while our ladies of the night look like college girls. Hey, it's Vietnam! It's Vietnamese dating culture. And this book is your complete guide to surviving it. Is it English practice or is it a date? (Stop wasting your money). Don't get catfished: Spot the fakes before ...

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.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER WINNER OF THE RBC TAYLOR PRIZE WINNER OF THE EDNA STAEBLER AWARD FOR CREATIVE NON-FICTION "Every day on a bike trip is like the one before--but it is also completely different, or perhaps you are different, woken up in new ways by the mile." As a teenager, Kate Harris...

A revitalizing new perspective on Earthcare from Pulitzer Prize finalist William deBuys. 

Do you want your children to speak and learn the Hindi language? Are you a beginner to Hindi? Are you travelling to India? Do you want to polish your Hindi? Hindi Language for Kids and Beginners: Speak Hindi Instantly is designed for those who want to learn the Hindi language quickly. This book contains the most frequently used Hindi words, phrases and sentences which will allow you to speak Hindi instantly.

L. Ngo is just an ordinary citizen, born and raised in Ho Chi Minh City with his family. Therefore, perhaps L. has witnessed the process of change and makeover of this city. L. loves to travel to see the world and learn many things. L. also loves listening to music and watching movies. Because the conditions did not allow to travel, from the movies, L. was able to know more about the big world. Through this book, L. would like to introduce listeners to an overview of where L. lives, a magnificent and beautiful city that still has ancient and elegant corners.

Rising star and incorrigible playboy Vikram Verma has disappeared, leaving his latest film in jeopardy. Hired by Verma's formidable mother to find him, Inspector Chopra and his sidekick, baby elephant Ganesha, embark on a journey deep into the world's most flamboyant movie industry. As they uncover feuding stars, failed investments and death threats, it seems that many people have a motive for wanting Verma out of the picture. And yet, as Chopra has long suspected, in Bollywood the truth is often stranger than fiction....

Fully updated for 2026 travel under current Taliban government. Have you ever looked at a photo of turquoise lakes surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and felt that spark—that unmistakable pull to be standing right there, breathing that mountain air? Imagine yourself walking through Bamyan Valley as the afternoon sun warms ancient Buddha niches carved into cliffs over 1,500 years ago. Picture the aroma of lamb kebabs grilling over charcoal while freshly baked naan is pulled from a tandoor oven. Now realize that this experience is not a fantasy. It is Afghanistan—and this guide is ...

A close encounter with a ghost in Scotland and a gun in Mexico. A request to meet a fortune-teller in Varanasi, who correctly predicts the future. Entering Tibet the hard way and meeting the Dalai Lama the easy way. Living in Japan for 13 years, and experiencing life as an ex-pat, and seeing Japan through the eyes of an ESL teacher. This is a collection of stories and travels over several years and through several countries. Vicariously experience these and other misadventures when you travel to parts of Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, China, and the Middle East. Many ...

A real-life story of love, perseverance, in the Land of the Rising Sun. This book is like "Lost in Translation" meets "Green Street Hooligans," as we follow McKnight in his struggles to fit into the rigid Japanese workplace, searching for true love, and immersing himself in the fascinating culture that surrounds him. It's a unique look at life through the eyes of a foreigner in Japan, who eventually finds success and happiness.in his adopted homeland. So strap yourself in and get ready for a wild ride through the streets of Tokyo, Osaka, and the backroads of rural Japan, in Part III of the ...

Multiple Amazon bestselling cozy mystery author and 2025 Global Book Awards Silver Medal winner for A Very Sticky Murder. A legendary Chinese opera star murdered on stage, a haunting message, and a killer lurking in the shadows of Beijing’s Hungry Ghost Festival. International food critic Darcy Finnegan, her bestie Lizzie, and clue-sniffing Schnoodle Mozart arrive in Beijing to cover the city’s eerie and delicious festival for The Wandering Foodie magazine. But their assignment takes a chilling turn when renowned Peking opera star Jiang Wei is found theatrically posed, a ceremonial jian...

It is more fun in the Philippines if you know how to avoid the tourist traps and safety hazards. While we of course cannot guarantee your personal safety anywhere in the world, this book will help you enjoy your time in the Philippines and help you not make the mistakes of most first time travelers in the country. This book deals with some important issues you should have in mind when traveling in the Philippines such as: - How to avoid being a victim of crime - How to deal with local hospitals and medical facilities. - Food and water precautions. - How to survive local transportation. - ...

One of the hello girls took my fancy, and I asked her to sit with me: May, 20, from Isaan, petite, pretty, and HER FIRST DAY IN THE BAR! Wow! All my dreams come true! Read more about May, and how she turned short time into long time at no extra cost, in this companion book to A "Layover" in Angeles City and Bangkok. As always, I tell it exactly the way it is, not sparing myself when I did something stupid (which was often), and include up-to-date information on the bars, the girls and the prices. The AC section also includes details of a METHOD to help you find the right girl and know what ...

In the late 2000s, when the three-decade-long Left Front rule in West Bengal was crumbling, Parimal Bhattacharya began to travel outside the well-trodden urban centres to different parts of the region - from the Sundarbans to tribal Jangalmahal, from the outskirts of Kolkata to villages on the...

Are you ready to embark on a journey to Japan? 21 Days in Japan is not just a travel guide, it's a captivating memoir that will awaken and inspire your sense of adventure. With limited Japanese language skills and armed with her trusty smartphone, the author takes you on a solo trip through the Kansai and Chubu regions of Japan, sharing practical tips and personal anecdotes along the way. In 21 Days in Japan, you'll find: Itineraries: Discover the hidden gems of Japan as you follow the author's daily itinerary, filled with breathtaking landscapes and ancient traditions. History: Immerse ...