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  Kingdom of the Monkey - war...

  Jim Taylor

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  ‘Kingdom of the Monkey’ is the extraordinary and vivid account of a country so captivating, yet so obscure in every way, that the deeper you go in the harder it gets to look away. Cambodia, 1993 – 2003: this is no tropical paradise; stay too long out there and soon nothing you may come across really holds the same power to shock or surprise you. It’s a time when all acceptable norms of humanity seem to be turned upside down. Even the last of Indochina’s civil wars, grinding on out in the countryside, presents as a mere sideshow diversion to the main events being played out in the free-for-all capital that is Phnom Penh.

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  Shitty Breaks - A Celebration of...

  Ben Aitken

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  Adios Paris. Hello Wolverhampton.
  
  
  
  Not everything that glitters is gold - which is why Ben Aitken gave London the cold shoulder and went to Preston instead.
  
  
  
  Hailing from Portsmouth, Ben knew from experience that unfashionable places could be quietly brilliant. So, over the course of a year, the author of A Chip Shop in Poznan and The Gran Tour visited twelve of the least popular spots in the UK and Ireland for a city break. The motivation wasn't to take the mickey or stick the boot in, but to seek out the good stuff, to uncover the gems, to have a nice time. By doing so, he hoped to demonstrate that anywhere - like anyone - can be interesting and nourishing and enjoyable if approached in the right fashion.
  
  
  Ben went skiing in Sunderland, to the football in Wrexham, and fell in love with Dunfermline. He kissed an alpaca in Bradford, suffered jellied eels in Chelmsford, and had more craic in Limerick than was wise. The upshot is a celebration of the underdog; a love letter to the wrong direction; and evidence that there's no such thing as a shitty break. What's more, by spreading its affection beyond the usual suspects (which are often overdone and overpriced), Shitty Breaks promotes a less expensive and more sustainable brand of travel.
  
  
  By ghosting Bath and giving Lisbon the boot, the book champions the unsung in an algorithmic, over-signposted world dominated by celebs and hotspots. Cheeky weekend in Milton Keynes anyone?

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  Hidden History of Old Charleston

  Margaret Middleton Rivers...

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  From the Lowcountry's first recorded duel to old-fashioned summers at the "hottest spot in town," this book will captivate you with stories of people, events, and places that have all but vanished from memory. Find out the real history behind some of Charleston's beloved mansions and learn about the early plantations and their owners. Join the authors as they relate the riots and romance, the preservation and politics—and even a ghost story—from Charleston's hidden history.

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  Through a Crooked Lens

  Monte Dwyer

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  “He views life with a Jack Nicholson like, quizzical overview, a Why is this thus? disdain.” Ted Egan 
  Entertaining account of Monte struggling to come to grips with Sunrise, technology and a newly-acquired 4WD bus determined to kill him. 
  Monte’s amusing transition from mainstream television to freelance multimedia something-or-other; stories edgier and more chaotic than the first book, a touch of restrained madness here.

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  Women and Water - Stories of...

  Hailey Hirst, Noel Russell, Gale...

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  This inspiring collection contains powerful narratives from women who swim, surf, kayak, study glaciers, advocate for water conservation, carry forward their ancestral fishing traditions, and more. Collected by the team at She Explores, a media company and community that celebrates women in the outdoors, these first-person stories explore themes of independence, strength, healing, and self-discovery in nature. 
   
   
   
  Helpful how-tos on everything from cold water swimming to taking underwater photos are interspersed throughout the book, making it easy for listeners to get outside and get their feet wet. The result is a joyful tribute to the strength women exude in and on the water in an empowering must-listen for teenage girls, new graduates, and outdoorsy women of all ages. 
   
   
   
  Perfect for nature enthusiasts, ocean lovers, and scientists alike, this book: presents a fresh angle on women's empowerment by focusing on women's relationships to water; celebrates a wide range of voices and perspectives; offers fans new ways to engage with She Explores (an accessible community that's deeply respected in the outdoor world with a significant and devoted online following); and celebrates nature as a place for self-discovery, wellness, and connection.

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  100 Amazing Facts about Kenya -...

  Marc Dresgui

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  Discover Kenya through 100 fascinating facts! This book invites you to explore the extraordinary diversity of Kenya, a country where wildlife, flora, culture, and history merge into a unique natural and human heritage. 🇰🇪 
  Have you ever wondered:Why is Mount Kenya so important to the indigenous people of the country?What animals make up the famous "Big Five," and where can you spot them in Kenya?How did the giant elephants of Meru National Park survive poaching and thrive today?What makes the Mau Forest a crucial "green lung" for Kenya's climate?How do the fishermen of floating villages live on Lake Victoria? 
  Why give "100 Amazing Facts About Kenya" to your children?Educational and engaging content: This book reveals 100 amazing facts, allowing your children to expand their knowledge of the world while sparking their curiosity.A diverse range of information: Each fact is unique, covering different aspects of Kenya, from its wildlife to its ecosystems, to its cultural traditions and historical sites.A focus on ecology and conservation: Through these facts, your children will gain awareness of the importance of preserving endangered species and fragile ecosystems, a crucial lesson in today's world.Facts for all ages: Whether your children are young readers or older, they will find facts suited to their level of understanding, making reading both accessible and enriching. 
  "100 Amazing Facts About Kenya" invites you to explore and reflect while offering educational content suited for young readers.

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