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Travel Guide to Homer: On the Trail of Odysseus Through Turkey and the Mediterranean

Travel Guide to Homer: On the Trail of Odysseus Through Turkey and the Mediterranean

Freely, John
$28.00
In October 1945, at the age of 19, John Freely passed the southernmost tip of Crete on his way home from the war in China, just as Odysseus did on his homeward voyage from the battle of Troy. He has been mesmerized with Homer and the lands of Homer's epics ever since. Throughout his life spent exploring both these lands and the stories by and connected to Homer, Freely has forged a captivating traveler's guide to Homer's lost world and to his epics-- The Iliad and The Odyssey--investigating where such places as the Land of the Lotus Eaters are and what it was about the landscapes of Greece and Turkey that influenced and inspired Homer-- arguably the greatest classical epic poet.This will be a traveler's guide to all of those places linked to Homer that can be identified and it will also speculate on where such places as the Land of the Lotus Eaters might be. With a revealing introduction to Homer and his times and an outline of the wanderings of Odysseus, the book follows in his footsteps from Troy to his final return to Ithaca. Finally, Freely illuminates how the Homeric epics took their final form and their subsequent echoes in literature, art, legend and folklore: all part of the romance of the wandering hero.
Atlas Obscura: Wild Life

Atlas Obscura: Wild Life

Giaimo, Cara
$40.00

From the bestselling authors of Atlas Obscura and Gastro Obscura comes a nature book like no other--a dazzling, over-the-top collection of the world's most extraordinary wild species that takes you to all seven continents and beyond. It's more than a field guide-it's an adventure.

From the curious minds of Atlas Obscura, authors of #1 New York Times bestselling Atlas Obscura and Gastro Obscura, comes an unputdownable celebration of the world's living wonders.

  • Learn how dung beetles navigate by the stars, and trees communicate through their roots.
  • Meet one of the strongest animals in the world: the puny peacock mantis shrimp.
  • Pay your respects to a 44,000 year old shrub, float along flying rivers, and explore a garbage dump overseen by endangered storks.
  • Examine old examples of bird song notation written on sheet music.
  • Also, first person interviews: hear from a honey hunter and his avian partners, a scientist working to find the world's only ocean-dwelling insects, and an offshore radio DJ who is at the heart of the local fishing community.
  • Featuring over 500 extraordinary plants, animals, and natural phenomena, with illustrations and photos on every page, the book takes readers around the globe--from Antarctic deserts to lush jungles, and into the deepest fathoms of the ocean and the hearts of our densest cities. Teeming with detail and wildly entertaining, Wild Life reinvigorates our sense of wonder, awe and amazement about the incredible creatures we share our planet with.

    Lonely Planet Florida 10

    Lonely Planet Florida 10

    Ham, Anthony
    $24.99

    Lonely Planet's Florida is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the state has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Sip a pina colada poolside, catch an unforgettable concert in a Miami club and experience the thrills of Universal Orlando Resort; all with your trusted travel companion.

    Inside Lonely Planet's Florida Travel Guide:

    Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them

    Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
    Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

    Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

    Theme Park Trip Planner

    Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travelers, LGBTQIA+ travelers, family travelers and accessible travel

    Colour maps and images throughout
    Language - essential phrases and language tips

    Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

    Covers Miami, the Everglades, Biscayne, Florida Keys, Key West, the Gold Coast, the Treasure Coast, Walt Disney World, Orlando, the Atlantic Coast, Tampa Bay, the Gulf Coast, Big Bend and more!


    About Lonely Planet:

    Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

    'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

    Lonely Planet Hidden Libraries

    Lonely Planet Hidden Libraries

    Helmuth, DC
    $24.99

    Discover 50 of the world's most magnificent hidden libraries - each with a unique and uplifting story to tell - featuring a foreword by librarian, bestselling author, and literary critic Nancy Pearl.

    Book swap your latest read in a cool 1950s style fridge in New Zealand or hike through the ethereal woodlands of Eas Mor in Scotland where a hidden library in a small log cabin awaits. Each entry shares the library's mission and impact on the local community and offers fascinating stories from its resident caretaker.

    Inside Hidden Libraries:

  • 50 enchanting, obscure and astounding libraries from around the world
  • Fascinating insider knowledge and unique stories from each library's resident caretaker
  • Captivating photos accompany every entry and the exact location of each hidden library is revealed
  • Featured libraries include: North America - Idaho: Little Free Library in a Cottonwood Tree; California: The Prison Library Project. South America - Argentina: The Weapon of Mass Instruction; Colombia: The Biblioburro. Africa - Egypt: St Catherine's Monastery; Mali: The Timbuktu Manuscripts. Asia & the Middle East - China: The Lonely Library; Philippines: Reading Club 2000. Europe - England: Phone Booth Library; Norway: The Future Library. Oceania & Beyond - Antarctica: The Little Free Library at the South Pole; Outer Space: The International Space Station Library
  • Written by Diana Helmuth, an award winning author who writes about subjects including travel, nature, and philosophical trends
  • From the rare to the romantic, this extraordinary guide to our planet's hidden libraries makes the ultimate gift for literature lovers, adventurers, and dreamers alike. Nothing brings people together quite like a good book.

    Eating & Drinking in Paris

    Eating & Drinking in Paris

    Herbach, Andy
    $9.95
    Open Road's 'Eating & Drinking' menu-translator and restaurant guides are proven sellers!

    Nothing can make a trip to Paris or anywhere in France more enjoyable and rewarding than a great dining experience - but you have to know what to order! This handy guide helps readers navigate French menus while also steering people to some great restaurants in each country. The bulk of the book is the most comprehensive menu reader available, translating thousands of French words and unique French and Parisian dining terms into English. There are also sections on restaurant etiquette, a pronunciation guide, and English-to-French phrases and words.

    ARABIC a language map

    ARABIC a language map

    Kershul, Kristine K.
    $9.95
    Whether you're venturing to the souk to purchase souvenirs or buying a falafel from a street side vendor, you'll want access to the local language and ARABIC a language map is the answer! This unique guide gives you exactly what you need at a glance with the most essential words at your fingertips. It's easy to use and practical for any situation, no matter where your adventures take you--from Morocco to Egypt, to shopping in Dubai or exploring any of the other intriguing Arabic speaking countries!
  • Hundreds of words and phrases you'll need most
  • Divided into key categories such as Asking Questions, Dining Out, Meeting People, Shopping, Sightseeing, Transportation and much more
  • Unique snap-open and fold design
  • Pronunciation is easy with simple phonetics
  • Ultra-thin (barely 1/8" thick) and light-weight (under two ounces)
  • Laminated for durability
  • Folds up like a map to slip easily into your pocket or bag
  • Full color, original artwork
  • CHINESE a language map

    CHINESE a language map

    Kershul, Kristine K.
    $9.95
    "CHINESEa language map" is a traveler's dream come true! With hundreds of words and phrases at your fingertips, you'll find exactly what you need at a glance. Ordering "chà," visiting the Great Wall and shopping for amazing bargains are thrilling when you can speak Chinese!

    Now with a new section, "Phone, Mail and Internet," you'll have the words for laptop, tablet, SIM card and more. You won't miss a beat sharing your stories online with friends and family. Finding an internet café, free wifi, or an adapter for your mobile devices is so much easier. Make this language guide your travel companion -- take it everywhere you go and all your language needs are covered!

  • Hundreds of words and phrases you'll need most.
  • Divided into key categories such as Asking Questions, Dining Out, Meeting People, Shopping, Telephone, Internet, Sightseeing, Transportation and much more.
  • Unique snap-open and fold design.
  • Pronunciation is easy with simple phonetics.
  • Ultra-thin (barely 1/8" thick) and light-weight (under two ounces).
  • Laminated for durability.
  • Folds up like a map to slip easily into your pocket or bag.
  • Full color, original artwork.
  • Mandarin Chinese for English speakers.
  • Mandarin Chinese is spoken in China, Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan. Mandarin Chinese is classified as an essential, if not official, language in Hong Kong as well as Macau.
  • INGLES un mapa del lenguaje

    INGLES un mapa del lenguaje

    Kershul, Kristine K.
    $9.95
    INGLÉS un mapa del lenguaje gives Spanish speakers exactly what they need at a glance with the most essential English words right at their fingertips. Asking for directions, ordering a meal or purchasing tickets, all in English, is simply a breeze! Special phonetics specifically designed for Spanish speakers makes pronunciation easy. Light-weight and durable, it goes everywhere with ease--from the Empire State Building to the Golden Gate Bridge. It's a must-have for any Spanish speaker visiting an English speaking country.
  • Hundreds of words and phrases you'll need most
  • Divided into key categories such as Asking Questions, Dining Out, Meeting People, Shopping, Sightseeing, Transportation and much more
  • Unique snap-open and fold design
  • Pronunciation is easy with simple phonetics specifically designed for the Spanish speaker
  • Ultra-thin (barely 1/8" thick) and light-weight (under two ounces)
  • Laminated for durability
  • Folds up like a map to slip easily into your pocket or bag
  • Full color, original artwork
  • Moon Florida Gulf Coast

    Moon Florida Gulf Coast

    Kinser, Joshua Lawrence
    $23.99
    Whether you're kayaking through mangroves, bodysurfing with manta rays, or sunbathing with a piña colada in hand, soak up the Sunshine State with Moon Florida Gulf Coast. Inside you'll find:
  • Flexible itineraries including a 5-day family vacation, a baseball spring training trip, and a 10-day road trip covering all 700 miles of the Florida Gulf Coast
  • The best spots for outdoor adventures like kayaking, hiking, biking, bird-watching, and fishing, and the best beaches for swimming, sunsets, and seclusion
  • Top activities and unique experiences: Discover the vibrant performing arts scene in Sarasota or stroll through quaint riverfront towns and secluded island enclaves. Unwind on shell-scattered beaches or spot gators in the swampy Everglades. Ride the coasters at Busch Gardens, browse art galleries in Naples, or catch a college baseball game during Spring Training. Sail through the canals of Tampa, kick back at a beachfront oyster bar, and sip a local brew as the sun sets over the ocean
  • Expert advice from Florida local Joshua Lawrence Kinser on where to stay, what to eat, and how to get around by car, bus, or boat
  • Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
  • Background information on the Gulf Coast's landscape, wildlife, history, and culture
  • Experience the best of Florida's Gulf Coast with Moon.

    For more of the Sunshine State, try Moon Florida Keys.

    About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell--and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.


    For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

    Italy

    Italy

    Lissoni, Marco
    $30.00
    Take a tour throughout Italy and discover its most fascinating cities and sites.

    Cities of art and culture that captivate. Villages at the top of tightly knitted roads, or stretched out across waves of vineyard-covered hills. Monuments, palaces, and cathedrals that chronicle centuries past. A place where history is imprinted on every wall and enchantment found in every breathtaking landscape. A journey through Italy is always rich; it is a country with hidden treasures in every corner. This beautiful photographic book takes the real or daydreaming traveler through Italy's most spectacular itineraries in Venice, Puglia, Tuscany, Umbria, and more. It describes not only the landscape and historical sights, but also the culture, traditions, celebrations, and specialties of each area along the way.