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  Brazilian Adventure

  Peter Fleming

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  It began with an advertisement in The Times: 'Leaving England June, to explore rivers Central Brazil, if possible ascertain fate Colonel Fawcett; abundance game, big and small; exceptional fishing; room two more guns.' Colonel Fawcett and his son Jack had embarked on a journey in 1925 in search of a supposed lost city in the Amazon and were never seen again. This expedition was too much of a temptation for Peter Fleming, a young journalist with energy and an appetite for adventure. The journey, which begins in a
  reckless spirit of can-do frivolity, slowly darkens into something very personal and deeply testing 'for which Rider Haggard might have written the plot and Conrad designed the scenery.' Fleming recounts it in brilliant prose, leavening the danger with humour and honesty.

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  The Same River Twice - A Memoir...

  Pam Mandel

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  Acclaimed travel writer Pam Mandel's thrilling account of a life-defining journey from the California suburbs to Israel to the Himalayan peaks and back.Given the choice, Pam Mandel would say no and stay home. It was getting her nowhere, so she decided to say yes. Yes to unknown countries, night shifts, language lessons, bad decisions, to anything to make her feel real, visible, alive.A product of beige California suburbs, Mandel was overlooked and unexceptional. When her father ships her off on a youth group tour of Israel, he inadvertently catapults his seventeen-year-old daughter into a world of angry European backpackers, seize-the-day Israelis, and the fall out of Cold War-era politics. Border violence hadn't been on the birthright tour agenda. But neither had domestic violence, going broke, getting wasted, getting sick, or getting lost.With no guidance and no particular plan, Mandel says yes to everything and everyone, embarking on an adventure across three continents and thousands of miles, from a cold water London flat to rural Pakistan, from the Nile River Delta to the snowy peaks of Ladakh and finally, back home to California, determined to shape a life that is truly hers.

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  The Picnic and Suchlike Pandemonium

  Gerald Durrell

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  Uproarious antics fill this genre-crossing collection of six stories from the beloved British naturalist and author of the Corfu Trilogy.   The eccentric Durrell family sets off on an ill-fated excursion in “The Picnic” and embarks on a Greek cruise in “The Maiden Voyage.”   Next, things take a turn for the diabolical when a solo Durrell runs into a former flame in “The Public School Education”—and then finds trouble of a different sort in “The Havoc of Havelock.”   Finally, the typically jocular Durrell unexpectedly shifts to the macabre with the surprise cuisine of “The Michelin Man” and the spine-tingling horror of “The Entrance.”   With his knack for describing his often outlandish, always entertaining adventures, Gerald Durrell serves up an engrossing blend of genres in this intriguing collection of stories. Including both fiction and nonfiction, The Picnic and Suchlike Pandemonium reveals the wide-ranging talents of the famed naturalist and memoirist.  This ebook features an illustrated biography of Gerald Durrell including rare photos from the author’s estate.

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  Italian Phrase Book - Easy...

  Grizzly Publishing

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  Simply hearing the word Italy conjures up images of incredible cuisine, historical cities, cobbled streets, snow-capped mountains, and even beautiful beaches. All of which explain why Italy is one of the most highly sought-after holiday destinations on the entire planet.But there is a bit of a barrier to this amazing country – the fact that Italy is not actually an English-speaking country.With this in mind, if you truly plan on visiting this amazing place and experiencing all it has to offer, then you need to learn some of the local language. By familiarizing yourself with some key phrases and certain aspects of the language, you can ensure that you will get the most out of this incredible holiday destination.And we have got you covered.In this book you will learn:The basic principles of the Italian languageCorrect pronunciation of key Italian wordsHow to easily ask for directionsHow to order your favorite foods and drinksHow to find key locations within the areaBasic subjects such as numbers, colors, and weatherSo, what are you waiting for? Learn literally everything you need to know to get around Italy and immerse yourself in one of the most culturally rich countries in the world!

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  The Art of Senior Dating - How...

  Ravina M Chandra

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  ***SILVER MEDALIST - GLOBAL BOOKS AWARD 2022***Are you tired of traveling alone? Sick of cooking for one? Bored with the same routine? This book is for you. 
  Whether you have remained single most of your life on purpose or you have recently become single after years with a partner, it can be tough making new friends, not to mention immersing yourself in the dating world at this stage in life. 
  But don’t fret; it’s not too late. Meeting a suitable travel companion, finding a trusted friend, or connecting with a romantic partner may not be an easy endeavor, but it’s much easier than you think. Once you set the proper groundwork and follow the tips, tools, and strategies laid out for you in this book, you will be surprised at how uncomplicated it actually is. 
  In The Art of Senior Dating, you’ll discover:Who you really are – your authentic selfHow to prepare for someone new and exciting to come into your lifeThe single most powerful way to increase your socialization and dating confidenceA clear vision of who you want in your lifeHow to master online dating in a safe and fun wayHow to avoid the top ten pitfalls, untruths, and scams while datingThe preparation and nuances of connecting and dating offlineThe new you – with more energy, more focus, and more purposeAnd so much more… 
  This book, which sets out an easy-to-follow, twelve-week program, is strategically arranged to progressively build your confidence and skills so that you will succeed with your goals, even if you’ve had lackluster results in the past. 
  Don’t leave it to chance to meet your next travel companion or life partner.

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  Travels into the Interior of Africa

  Mungo Park

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  Mungo Park's account of his journeys into West Africa in 1795 and again in 1805 provided Europeans with their first reliable description of the interior of the continent. Though he failed in the object of his mission -to chart the course of the Niger River -he succeeded in leaving a unique record of everyday life before the exploitation of Africa by Europeans, as valuable today as it was then. His first-hand experiences of tribal justice, gold mining and the slave trade are recorded, as well as his own understated heroism, a story of courage, open-hearted friendship and betrayal.

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