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Blood Orchid: An Unnatural History of America

Charles Bowden · University of Texas Press
Pages: 296
Format: Paperback

Through stark observations and visceral experiences, Blood Orchid begins Charles Bowden's dizzying excavation of the brutal, systemic violence and corruption at the roots of American society. Like a nightmarish fever dream that turns out to be our own reality, Bowden visits dying friends...
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The Curse of Oak Island: The Story of the World's Longest Treasure Hunt

Randall Sullivan · Atlantic Monthly Press
Pages: 396
Format: eBook

In 1795, a teenager discovered a mysterious circular depression in the ground on Oak Island, in Nova Scotia, Canada, and ignited rumors of buried treasure. Early excavators uncovered a clay-lined shaft containing layers of soil interspersed with wooden platforms, but when they reached a depth...
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Cuba Libre!: Che, Fidel, and the Improbable Revolution That Changed World History

Tony Perrottet · Blue Rider Press
Pages: 400
Format: Hardcover

Historian and travel writer Tony Perrottet chronicles the events of the Cuban Revolution and the figures at the center of the guerrilla uprising: Che Guevara, Fidel Castro, and the scrappy band of rebel men and women who followed them.Most people are familiar with the general timeline of the Cuban...
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DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Portugal

DK Travel · DK Eyewitness Travel
Pages: 400
Format: Paperback

The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring Portugal.Take a leisurely walking tour of Lisbon, island-hop around the Azores, become a connoisseur of the country's port, or relax on Madeira's...
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Back Roads Great Britain

DK Travel · DK Eyewitness Travel
Pages: 264
Format: Paperback

Take to the open road with Back Roads Great Britain and discover 25 leisurely drives through the country's beautiful villages and stunning landscapes.Explore the spectacular scenery of the Lake District, follow a whiskey trail through the Highlands or discover picturesque coastal villages...
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Moon Savannah: With Hilton Head

JIM MOREKIS · Moon Travel
Pages: 297
Format: Paperback

Moon Travel Guides: See the City with a Local!Whether you're chowing down on fresh seafood, diving into local history, or wandering the waterfront, Moon Savannah reveals the best of this quirky city.Explore the City: Navigate by neighborhood or by activity, with color-coded maps of Savannah's...
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Frommer's Costa Rica

Nicholas Gill · FrommerMedia
Pages: 640
Format: Paperback

This is Costa Rica advice the way a friend would give it to you: fiercely opinionated, funny, and brimming not only with advice about what to see and do, but also what's not worth your time.Whether you plan to hike through rainforests (and cloud forests) , windsurf on Lake Arenal,...
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Rick Steves France 2019

Rick Steves · Rick Steves
Pages: 1246
Format: Paperback

Wander the lavender fields of Provence, climb the Eiffel Tower, and bite into a perfect croissant: with Rick Steves on your side, France can be yours!Inside Rick Steves France 2019 you'll find:Comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip to FranceRick's strategic advice...
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The Longest Line on the Map: The United States, the Pan-American Highway, and the Quest to Link the Americas

ERIC RUTKOW · Scribner
Pages: 416
Format: Hardcover

From the brilliant award-winning author of American Canopy, a dazzling account of the epic quest to link North and South America with the world's longest road - the Pan American Highway - and how its construction and evolution reflected the divergent fates of North, Central, and South...
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Fodor's London 2019

Fodor's Travel Guides · Fodor's Travel
Pages: 400
Format: Paperback

Written by locals, Fodor's London 2019 is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit to London and the surrounding areas. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this London travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease....
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