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Drinking in the riverside view from the historic Bund's bars. Sizing up the sci-fi skyscrapers of futuristic Pudong. Bargain-hunting, café-hopping and art-ogling amidst the traditional architecture of Tianzifang. Indulging in the chic charm of the French Concession's tree-lined boulevards. Escaping modernity to the quintessentially Chinese landscapes just outside of town. Discovering the street-level character of lilong lanes and longtang architecture. |
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From ancient trails in southern England and coastal paths in Wales, to windswept moors in northern England and mountain ascents in Scotland, your opportunities for walking in Britain are as varied as the landscapes, people and cultures of this island. In This Guide: Over 50 detailed descriptions for walkers of all levels. Ridges, Rivers & Romans color section outlining the range of walking options in Britain. Foreward by Christine Elliott, chief executive of the Ramblers' Association. Two-color maps for all featured walks. Essential accommodation and transport information. Expert advice on equipment, health and environmentally responsible walking. |
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Meandering among museums and monuments with fellow global citizens in America's front yard. Hobnobbing and nose-rubbing with politicos, wannabe politicos and wannabe wannabe politicos. Creeping yourself out on The Exorcist steps — and beware a tipsy tumble. Chowing down on DC's infamous half smokes and chili dogs with Obama. Cocktail-swillin' and hip-shakin' the night away — question is, hip-hop, salsa or lingala? Blazing the urban frontiers of up-and-coming 'hoods such as Columbia Heights and Northeast. |
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Whether you're a local looking for a long weekend escape, a visitor looking to explore or you simply need some ideas when family and friends come to visit, Lonely Planet's Trips series offers the best itineraries — and makes it easy to plan the perfect trip time and again. |
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Lonely Planet Pocket Barcelona is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Stroll along La Rambla past colourful flower stands, enjoy the whimsy of Gaudi's architectural details, or spend an evening sampling Spanish tapas at an outdoor cafe; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the best of Barcelona and begin your journey now! |
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Lonely Planet Pocket Paris is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Blend in with the Parisians among the chestnut groves of Jardin du Luxembourg, ride the funicular up to the white-domed majesty of the Basilique du Sacre-Coeur, or have a romantic rendezvous with French art at the Musee Rodin; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the best of Paris and begin your journey now! |
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The city’s must-see sights plus expert advice to make your trip even better. |
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Watch the spire-studded skyline loom out of the morning mist from Charles Bridge. Sip on a cool Pilsner and survey the rooftops from the beer garden at Letna park. Swap Habsburg history for edgy modern art in the iconic Veletrzni Palace. |
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Havana is a cultural powerhouse. A delightful and at times wicked set of contradictions, she is proud and boastful, unabashed and raw. Unlock the doors to the city — the Havana of delectable mojitos and proud intellectualism, of salsa and Santeria — with this comprehensive guide: cruise through Havana Vieja ona tailored walking tour, find romance along the Malecon, or simply puff knowingly on your Cohiba as you marvel at this cosmopolitan city on the verge of international stardom. |
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Get the most out of your trip to Asia and India without throwing up over the side of a slow boat. This guide is freshly updated by travel health expert Dr Tony Gherardin and provides advice on immunisations, medical kits and what to do if you start to feel queasy. |
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And if Ferdinand decides to make a chocolate fudge banana cake What do we do? For goodness sake! We ALL JOIN IN! This book is a rumbustious, rollicking and above all noisy collection of seven exuberant poems, perfect for chanting aloud, that are brilliantly illustrated by the incomparable Quentin Blake. The collection includes All Join In, The Hooter Song, Nice Weather for Ducks and Sorting Out the Kitchen Pans. Who coud possibly resist? |
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This new edition of the Standard Catalog of World Paper Money, Volume II, General Issues is the perfect resource for banknote collectors of all levels and skills. Whether you're a beginner or an accomplished Syngraphist, this catalog will propel you to the next level in paper money collecting. Completely revised and updated from the previous edition, the new ninth edition clearly identifies, describes and applies market value to prices and evaluates world paper money from 1368 to 1960 released by more than 230 note-issuing authorities. You'll get: Accurate pricing for 18,500 international notes in 3 grades on condition Massive, comprehensive market valuation adjustments 5,200 + original photos with countless quality upgrades Enhanced note and color descriptions — allows you to quickly decipher intricate variety nuances Plus, the entire list of countries and notes has been reviewed, and where necessary, resequenced, reorganized and reedited so every not appears in proper chronological order of issue. The Standard Catalog of World Paper Money, Volume II, General Issues has never been easier to use! |
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Издательство: TBS mix, 2014 Жанр: TBS mix Страниц: 1160 страниц Загрузил: admin, 09 февраля 2017
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Travel the Silk Road with essential words and phrases for getting around and connecting with the people you meet, from western Xinjiang to the Karakoram Highway. Our phrasebooks give you a comprehensive mix of practical and social words and phrases in more than 120 languages. Chat with the locals and discover their culture — a guaranteed way to enrich your travel experience. |
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Pick your ideal journey from the 24 trip planners which take you to the best of each region and show you how to make the most of your time in Egypt. Locals give an insiders scoop on the best buys at the Cairo markets, Red Sea's top dive spots, cruising the Nile, touring ancient Egypt and much more. |
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Lonely Planet the Lake District is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Cruise by wooded islands on Derwentwater, ascend the thrilling fell walk of Striding Edge, or glimpse into the life of Wordsworth at Dove Cottage; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Lake District and begin your journey now! |
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Heroes is the fascinating story of David Bowie's years in Berlin, where he worked in the late '70s on his 'Berlin Triptych' — the albums Low, Heroes, and Lodger — which are among the most critically acclaimed and innovative albums of the late twentieth century. Devastated by drug addiction and tortured by delusions, persecution mania and visions of the Nazis, Berlin, the capital of Bowie's childhood dreams, was where he slowly repaired his body and mind. Tobias Ruther describes Bowie's friendships and collaborations with Iggy Pop, Brian Eno and Tony Visconti, and paints a vivid picture of his life in the city's Schoneberg area. Here Bowie started to paint again, and would cycle to the Die Brucke museum as well as explore the nightlife of the city — its wild side and gay scene. He also met Romy Haag and came to know the Hansa Studios. A stone's throw from the Berlin Wall, Bowie recorded the two most groundbreaking albums of his life: Low and Heroes. He even landed the part of a Prussian aristocrat in Just a Gigolo, starring alongside Marlene Dietrich, while remaining in the vanguard of Punk. Ruther also offers us a portrait of a divided city at a turning point: as Bowie explored the cultural and historical undercurrents of the past, West Berlin began to redefine itself as a cultural metropolis, establishing its new role in Germany and the world. Neutralized politically due to the Cold War, Berlin turned to the arts to start its history anew. Heroes is the story of an artist and a city — the story of the music of the future arising from the spirit of the past. |
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«Renowned playwright George Bernard Shaw once said «The reasonable man adapts himself to the world, the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.» By this definition, some of today's entrepreneurs are decidedly unreasonable — and have even been dubbed crazy. Yet as John Elkington and Pamela Hartigan argue in The Power of Unreasonable People, our very future may hinge on their work. Through vivid stories, the authors identify the highly unconventional entrepreneurs who are solving some of the world's most pressing economic, social, and environmental problems. They also show how these pioneers are disrupting existing industries, value chains, and business models — and in the process creating fast-growing markets around the world. By understanding these entrepreneurs' mindsets and strategies, you gain vital insights into future market opportunities for your own organization. Providing a first-hand, on-the-ground look at a new breed of entrepreneur, this book reveals how apparently unreasonable innovators have built their enterprises, how their work will shape risks and opportunities in the coming years, and what tomorrow's leaders can learn from them. Start investing in, partnering with, and learning from these world-shaping change agents, and you position yourself to not only survive but also thrive in the new business landscape they're helping to define.» |
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Munch's The Scream. Van Gogh's Starry Night. Rodin's The Thinker. Monet's Water Lilies. Constable's landscapes. The 19th century gave us a wealth of artistic riches so memorable in their genius that we can picture many of them in an instant. At the time, however, their avant-garde nature was the cause of much controversy. Professor Laurie Schneider Adams vividly brings to life the paintings, sculpture, photography and architecture, of the period with her infectious enthusiasm for art and detailed explorations of individual works. Offered fascinating biographical details and the relevant social, political, and cultural context, the reader is left with a deep appreciation for the works and an understanding of how revolutionary they were at the time, as well as the reasons for their enduring appeal. |
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«I was twelve years of age when I chopped off my hair, dressed as a boy, and set off to save my family from impending ruin. I made it almost to the end of my front garden...» Magic may be the greatest scandal in Regency England. But that's not going to stop Kat Stephenson when there are highwaymen to foil, sinister aristocrats to defeat... and true loves to capture for her two older sisters.» |
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