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That's Not English: Britishisms, Americanisms, and What Our English Says About Us
Erin Moore · Gotham
Format: Hardcover
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An expats witty and insightful exploration of English and American cultural differences through the lens of language that will leave readers gobsmackedIn Thats Not English, the seemingly superficial differences between British and American English open the door to a deeper exploration... |
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The 500 Hidden Secrets of Rome
LUISA CRIGOLETTO · Uitgeverij Luster
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
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Written by true locals, addresses selected after independent research, 100 lists of 5 addresses/secrets each.What are the 5 most beautiful churches? Where can you discover the 5 most secret squares? Which are the 5 best places for a Sunday brunch? The 500 Hidden Secrets of Rome reveals... |
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In Search of the Perfect Loaf: A Home Baker's Odyssey
Samuel Fromartz · Viking
Format: Hardcover
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NAMED ONE OF THE BEST FOOD BOOKS OF 2014 BY THE ATLANTIC AND NATIONAL GEOGRAPHICIf you love great bread, you will love this book! From Paris, to Berlin, to Marienthal, Kansas, we follow Sam on his quest as he shares his love for bread and the baking secrets he learned along the way.Daniel... |
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111 Places in San Francisco that you must not miss
Floriana Petersen · Emons Verlag
Pages: 240
Format: NOOK Book
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San Francisco: the home of hills and valleys, of dreamers and trailblazers, of hippies and hipsters. From the gold rush to the Golden Gate, the City by the Bay has always basked in the glow of its colorful and celebrated history and world-renowned landmarks. But for those who live and love... |
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My Journey to Lhasa
Alexandra David-Neel · Beacon Press
Pages: 310
Format: Paperback
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An exemplary travelogue of danger and achievement by the Frenchwoman Madame Alexandra David-Neel of her 1923 expedition to Tibet, the fifth in her series of Asian travels, and her personal recounting of her journey to Lhasa, Tibet's forbidden city. In order to penetrate Tibet and reach... |
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They Eat Horses, Don't They?: The Truth About the French
Piu Marie Eatwell · Thomas Dunne Books
Format: Hardcover
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They Eat Horses, Dont They?The Truth About the French tells you what life in France is really like. Do the French eat horses? Do French women bare all on the beach? What is a bidet really used for?In this hilarious and informative book, Piu Marie Eatwell reveals the truth behind forty-five... |
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Tokyo Geek's Guide: Manga, Anime, Gaming, Cosplay, Toys, Idols & More
GIANNI SIMONE · Tuttle Publishing
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback
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Tokyo is ground zero for Japan's popular "Geek" or otaku culture - a phenomenon that has now swept across the globe.This is the most comprehensive guide ever produced to Tokyo's geeky underworld. It provides a comprehensive run-down on each major Tokyo district where geeks congregate,... |
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Let's Go Europe 2017: The Student Travel Guide
INC HARVARD STUDENT AGENCIES · AVALON TRAVEL
Pages: 840
Format: Print book
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First time to Europe? It's our 57th. There isn't a hostel in Hungary we haven't tested, a beer in Brussels we haven't imbibed, or a metro line in Madrid we haven't mastered. After going through the ups and downs, we know the ins and outs. Part local expert, part goofy... |
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The New York Times: 36 Hours, New York & Beyond
Barbara Ireland · Taschen
Pages: 77
Format: Print book
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Yours for the bitingWeekend adventures in the Big Apple and beyondNew York remains one of the most magnetic cities in the world. Amid all the excitement, diversity, and history, navigating your way around can be a dizzying experience, especially if you only have a few days to spare. Luckily,... |
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The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C.
Barbara Safir · AdventureKeen
Pages: 380
Format: Print book
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Compiled and written by a team of experienced researchers whose work has been cited by such diverse sources as USA Today and Operations Research Forum, The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C. digs deeper and offers more than any other guide. The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C. is the insider's... |
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Under Magnolia: A Southern Memoir
Frances Mayes · Crown; First Edition first Printing edition
Format: Hardcover
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A lyrical and evocative memoir from Frances Mayes, the Bard of Tuscany, about coming of age in the Deep South and the region's powerful influence on her life.The author of three beloved books about her life in Italy, including Under the Tuscan Sun and Every Day in Tuscany, Frances Mayes... |
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