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  Planes Flying over a Monster -...

  Daniel Saldaña París

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  From one of Mexico's most exciting young writers, a cosmopolitan and candid essay collection exploring life in cities across the world and reflecting on the transformative importance of literature in understanding ourselves 
   
   
   
  In ten intimate essays, Daniel Saldaña París explores the cities he has lived in, each one home to a new iteration of himself. In Mexico City he's a young poet eager to prove himself. In Montreal—an opioid addict desperate for relief. In Madrid—a lonely student seeking pleasure in grotesque extremes. These now diverging, now coalescing selves raise questions: Where can we find authenticity? How do we construct the stories that define us? What if our formative memories are closer to fiction than truth? 
   
   
   
  Saldaña París turns to literature and film, poetry and philosophy for answers. The result is a hybrid of memoir and criticism, "a sensory work, full of soundscapes, filth, planes, closed spaces, open vastness" (El País).

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  Sengoku - Warring States and the...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Sengoku period, meaning “Warring States,” was one of the most turbulent and transformative eras in Japanese history. Lasting from the mid-15th century to the early 17th century, it was marked by ceaseless conflict, shifting alliances, and the gradual disintegration of centralized authority. The roots of this period can be traced back to the decline of the Ashikaga Shogunate, the Ōnin War, and the rise of regional warlords known as daimyo, each vying for control over Japan’s fractured political landscape. 
  The Ashikaga Shogunate, which had ruled Japan since the early 14th century, gradually lost its grip on the country due to internal corruption, weak leadership, and an inability to maintain order. By the mid-15th century, the shogunate had become largely symbolic, with real power resting in the hands of feudal lords. These tensions erupted into full-scale conflict with the outbreak of the Ōnin War (1467–1477), a devastating civil war primarily fought in and around Kyoto. What began as a succession dispute within the shogunate spiraled into a nationwide conflict, leading to the destruction of Kyoto and the collapse of central authority. 
  With the Ashikaga Shogunate rendered powerless, Japan entered a chaotic era where military might determined control. Local daimyo, originally appointed as provincial governors, seized the opportunity to establish autonomous domains. These warlords fortified their territories, raised armies, and engaged in relentless battles to expand their influence. The traditional system of hereditary rule began to erode as capable military leaders, often of humble origins, overthrew established families. This period saw the rise of powerful daimyo such as the Takeda, Uesugi, and Hojo clans, each striving to dominate the fractured nation.

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  Vegas - A Memoir of a Dark Season

  John Gregory Dunne, Stephanie...

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  "In the summer of my nervous breakdown, I went to live in Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada." So begins John Gregory Dunne's neglected classic of first-person writing, a mordant, deadpan, grotesque tale that blurs the line between autobiography and fiction, confession and reportage. 
   
   
   
  Panicked by his own mortality, despondent over his many failings as a writer and a man, Dunne leaves his wife and their three-year old child for the solitude of a crummy apartment off the Vegas Strip. There he plans to write an account of the city as he finds it; the book he ends up writing is "a fiction which recalls time both real and imagined." The remarkable central characters are Artha, a student at cosmetology college by day, a sex worker by night; Buster Mano, a private detective whose specialty is tracking down errant husbands; and Jackie Kasey, a lounge comic who opens for Elvis at $10,000 a night and wonders why he is still only a "semi-name." Pimps, bail bondsmen, parking-lot moguls, used-car tycoons, ex-jockeys, and women who look as if they had "spent a lifetime meeting guys in Vegas or Miami Beach or Louisville for the Derby": these are the people who wander through the lives of Artha, Buster, and Jackie—and, for a dark season, the life of the narrator. 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Sicily Travel Guide -...

  Captivating Travels

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  Discover Sicily: Maps, Detailed Pictures, and Easy QR Codes for the Ultimate Adventure
   
  Packed with  70+ images and maps and  25+ QR codes, this guide makes exploring Sicily simple and enjoyable. Whether it's your first visit or you're returning to see more, this book provides everything you need to experience the island's landscapes, history, and hidden gems.
  
  Looking for more than just the usual tourist spots? 
  
  Do you want insider tips to experience Sicily like a local?
  
  Are you searching for lesser-known places that most travelers miss?
  
  This comprehensive guide will help you plan a memorable Sicilian adventure.
   
  Inside, you'll find: 
  
  - An Introduction to Sicily  – Learn about its history, culture, and essential travel tips. 
  - Getting Around Made Easy  – A guide to navigating airports, transfers, and local transportation. 
  - Palermo Unveiled  – Explore Sicily's capital and its mix of history, food, and culture. 
  - Western Sicily Wonders  – From Trapani to the Aegadian Islands, see the best of the west. 
  - Central Sicily Secrets  – Discover hidden gems in Enna and Caltanissetta. 
  - Southern Sicily's Treasures  – Visit Agrigento's Valley of the Temples and more. 
  - Eastern Sicily Highlights  – Experience Ragusa, Syracuse, and Catania. 
  - Northern Sicily & Beyond  – Discover Messina and the Aeolian Islands. 
  - Get Ready-Made Itineraries  – A selection of themed itineraries for various travelers' needs and preferences. 
  - Essential Sicilian Phrases  – A quick guide to help you connect with locals. 
   
  With visuals, interactive QR codes, and expert recommendations, this book makes planning and exploring Sicily easy. 
  
  Ready to uncover the real Sicily?  Scroll up and click  "Add to Cart"  to start your journey today!

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  Terra Incognita - Probing the...

  John Harpoon

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  To document the unknown is to navigate a delicate and often treacherous path. It is an undertaking that demands curiosity and courage, tempered by discipline and respect for the subject at hand. When the unknown takes the form of a remote, enigmatic island, the challenges multiply, and the journey becomes as much about understanding ourselves as it is about uncovering the mysteries of the place. 
  One of the primary obstacles is the inherent unpredictability of the venture. An island untouched by mainstream exploration holds its secrets tightly. Its terrain might defy navigation, its climate could shift without warning, and its ecosystems may present risks to even the most prepared. In such circumstances, even the best-laid plans can unravel, requiring constant adaptation. To face these uncertainties is to embrace the idea that success is not guaranteed, and setbacks are part of the process. 
  Another challenge lies in balancing observation with interpretation. A place this unique invites wonder and speculation, but separating fact from fiction is essential. Legends, often steeped in cultural heritage, must be approached with sensitivity, while scientific observations require rigorous validation. There is always the temptation to romanticize the unknown, but doing so risks misrepresenting the truth. The challenge, then, is to honor both the scientific integrity of the exploration and the intangible allure that makes the island so captivating.

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  Cycling King Alfred's Way - A...

  Julia Goodfellow-Smith

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  ‘A wonderfully inspiring story … an education in every part of preparing for this epic ride’ 
  Guy Kesteven, author of the Cycling UK King Alfred’s Way guidebook and creator of www.pedallingpast.com 
  What’s it really like to cycle King Alfred’s Way? Is it a piece of cake, or rather harder than that? 
  Julia Goodfellow-Smith was a non-cyclist just six weeks before she and her mountain biking friend Alison set off on this epic 350km route around southern England. Follow Julia’s sometimes bumpy journey from cycling novice to riding King Alfred’s Way itself. 
  In Cycling King Alfred’s Way: A Piece of Cake? you’ll discover what each section of the route is like to cycle, as well as strategies to:Plan your adventure.Make cycling more comfortable.Reach the top of hills without stopping or pushing.Carry on when things get tough.Stay healthy. 
  Whether you’re an experienced cycle tourer or rookie like Julia, learn from her mistakes – and her successes – to make your next bikepacking adventure the best possible success.

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