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  Mali Empire The: A Captivating...

  Captivating History

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  Have you ever wondered why the Mali Empire was so wealthy and well-known? Find your answer in our guide about the Mali Empire and learn about its foundation and rise to fame under Mansa Musa. 
  Within this audiobook, you’ll listen to the humble beginnings and hardships that befell Sundiata Keita as he founded the Mali Empire. His thrilling story leads into how the empire was structured and its early laws and customs. 
  Eventually, though, the empire would descend into internal strife between the heirs of the first emperor. Then, just as it seemed as if the Mali Empire would crumble, a great ruler emerged, leading it to new heights. 
  Learn about the reign of the famous Mansa Musa, who brought riches and international respect to his kingdom. The golden age of the Mali Empire brought territorial expansion as well as cultural growth. 
  However, its glory was short-lived. Follow the tragic tale of Musa’s heirs, and discover how the empire slowly crumbled, descending from an empire into a mere memory. This decay caused the empire to gradually lose its lands and wealth, making its splendor of the golden age a distant dream. Yet, as its final days came, the last ruler of the Keita dynasty led a valiant effort to restore its former glory, which ends this story with a bang rather than a whimper. 
  Here are some of the captivating facts you’ll learn about in this audiobook:What trials did Sundiata Keita have to overcome to unite an empire?Where did all that Malian gold and wealth come from?Why is Mansa Musa so well-remembered today? Did any of the other Malian rulers even come close?How did Islamic influences mix with local African traditions?What caused the Mali Empire to fall, and could it have been avoided? 
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  A Geography of Oysters - The...

  Rowan Jacobsen

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  In this passionate, playful, and indispensable guide, oyster aficionado Rowan Jacobsen takes listeners on a delectable tour of the oysters of North America. Region by region, he describes each oyster's appearance, flavor, origin, and availability, as well as explaining how oysters grow, how to shuck them without losing a finger, how to pair them with wine (not to mention beer), and why they're one of the few farmed seafoods that are good for the earth as well as good for you. Packed with fabulous recipes, plus lists of top oyster restaurants, producers, and festivals, A Geography of Oysters is the guide that oyster lovers of all kinds have been waiting for.

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  Ultimate Guide to Flying with...

  Hugh Knight Robinson

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  "Effortless Journeys: Mastering Air Travel with Kids and Babies" Navigating airports and flying can be a daunting task for any parent. How do you keep your toddler entertained on a long flight? What are the essentials to pack for your infant? "Effortless Journeys" is your go-to guide for stress-free air travel with your little ones. This comprehensive Book is packed with practical advice, from pre-flight preparations to in-flight strategies, ensuring your family's trip is as smooth as possible. Written with input from child development experts, seasoned parent travelers, and airline professionals, this guide provides: Insider Tips: Learn how to choose the best flights and seats for family travel. We will tell you a packing Lists: Detailed checklists for every age group, so you never forget a thing. Entertainment Ideas: Creative ways to keep your child engaged and quiet throughout the flight. Health and Safety Protocols: Expert advice on managing health, hygiene, and safety in the air. Real Parent Stories: Relatable anecdotes and experiences for practical insights. Whether you're a first-time parent anxious about your maiden voyage with a baby or a seasoned pro looking for new tricks, "Effortless Journeys" will transform your travel experience. Say goodbye to the stress of flying with kids and hello to enjoyable family trips filled with lasting memories. Grab your copy now and embark on family adventures with confidence!

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  The 50 Greatest Dishes of the World

  James Steen

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  Having dined and worked with some of the most brilliant chefs
  
  around the world, top food writer James Steen presents the definitive 50 dishes
  
  to die for.
  
  Let your taste buds travel the world to discover the delights of
  
  Vietnam's meaty pho, Japan's aromatic ramen, and the rib-sticking, spicy gumbo
  
  of America's Deep South. Learn the truth and fascinating histories of our
  
  favourite foods – how Queen Victoria loved a tongue-tingling curry and precisely
  
  why Marmite is an essential part of Queen Elizabeth's fried breakfast.
  
  Help settle the rows over the origins of the juicy burger, the swirly-peaked
  
  pavlova and the cherry-topped ice cream sundae. Oh, and is beef Wellington – so
  
  very British – actually named after the streets of Chicago?
  
  Including intriguing facts and valuable
  
  cooking tips, The 50 Greatest Dishes of the
  
  World is the epicurean's
  
  indispensable epicurean's travel
  
  guide.

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  In the Catskills - A Century of...

  Phil Brown

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  “A nostalgic pastiche of fiction, memoir, photography, art, postcards, menus, etc., celebrating Jewish resort life in the Catskills.”—Providence Journal   With selections ranging from literature to song lyrics, this book highlights the Catskills experience over a century, and assesses its continuing impact on American music, comedy, food, culture, and religion. It features selections from such fiction writers as Isaac Bashevis Singer, Herman Wouk, Allegra Goodman and Vivian Gornick; and original contributions from historians, sociologists, and scholars of American and Jewish culture that trace the history of the region, the rise of hotels and bungalow colonies, the wonderful flavors of food and entertainment, and distinctive forms of Jewish religion found in the Mountains. What was life—the work, the play, the food, the romance—like at Catskills Mountains resorts? These very personal recollections capture the special sense of community and freedom that developed among Jewish families leaving the city behind for a summer vacation and enjoying a cultural space of their own. From “Bingo by the Bungalow” by Thane Rosenbaum to “Young Workers in the Hotels” by Phil Brown to “Shoot the Shtrudel to Me Yudel” by Henry Foner, this charming anthology captures an era that has had enormous impact on the Jewish experience and American culture as a whole. “A warm, charming, and valuable work. Much of the writing is simply gorgeous.”—Contemporary Sociology

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  Backroads of the California...

  Karen Misuraca

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  A guide to exploring the natural beauty and historic sites of the Pacific coast via a selection of lesser-known scenic routes throughout California. 
   
  From sprawling beaches to dramatic cliffs, the landscapes carved out by the mighty Pacific Ocean have been a destination for adventure and discovery since the earliest Spanish explorers arrived in the 1600s. While here and there the coastal wilderness has given way to California’s largest and most cosmopolitan cities, the backroads and mountain lanes afford countless opportunities to experience the quiet of nature or explore the history of centuries-old communities. Visit sleepy fishing villages and historic landmarks of the Old West; hike through lush wilderness and fish in clear mountain streams; or catch some waves at one of the many pristine beaches along California’s glorious coastline. 
   
  With glorious color photography and detailed descriptions, maps, and directions, Backroads of the California Coast offers two dozen fascinating and scenic journeys through some of the nation’s most glorious landscapes.

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