With plenty of sunscreen & a cold beer swaddled in his sleeping bag, writer & botanist Jim Malusa bicycled alone to the lowest point on each of six continents, a six-year series of ”anti-expeditions” to the ”anti-summits.” His journeys took him to Lake Eyre in the arid heart of Australia, along Moses` route to the Dead Sea, & from Moscow to the Caspian Sea. He pedaled across the Andes to Patagonia, around tiny Djibouti in the Horn of Africa, & from Tucson to Death Valley. With a scientist`s eye, he vividly observes local landscapes & creatures. As a lone man, he is overfed by grandmothers, courted by ladies of the night in Volgograd, invited into a mosque by Africa`s most feared tribe, chased by sandstorms & hurricanes -- yet Malusa keeps riding. His reward: the deep silence of the world`s great depressions. A large-hearted narrative of what happens when a friendly, perceptive American puts himself at the mercy of strange landscapes & their denizens, ” Into Thick Air” presents one of the most talented new voices in contemporary travel writing. ...

In 1996 Jon Krakauer joined a commercial expedition to the summit of Everest. As an accomplished climber & journalist his brief was to cover this new tourist phenomenon: guided expeditions to the top of the world's highest mountain for paying clients with little climbing experience. However tragedy struck when the expedition was caught in a freak storm whilst coming down from the summit. Eight people died & the events shook Krakauer to the core. Although he wrote about the disaster afterwards it continued to haunt him. This book was an attempt to rid himself of the ghosts of that climb. ...

This is the true story of a 24-hour period on Everest, when members of three separate expeditions were caught in a storm & faced a battle against hurricane-force winds, exposure, & the effects of altitude, which ended the worst single-season death toll in the peak`s history. In March 1996, ” Outside” magazine sent veteran journalist & seasoned climber Jon Krakauer on an expedition led by celebrated Everest guide Rob Hall. Despite the expertise of Hall & the other leaders, by the end of summit day eight people were dead. Krakauer`s book is at once the story of the ill-fated adventure & an analysis of the factors leading up to its tragic end. Written within months of the events it chronicles, ” Into Thin Air” clearly evokes the majestic Everest landscape. As the journey up the mountain progresses, Krakauer puts it in context by recalling the triumphs & perils of other Everest trips throughout history. The author`s own anguish over what happened on the mountain is palpable as he leads readers to ponder timeless questions. ...

This is the true story of a 24-hour period on Everest, when members of three separate expeditions were caught in a storm & faced a battle against hurricane-force winds, exposure, & the effects of altitude, which ended the worst single-season death toll in the peak`s history. In March 1996, ” Outside” magazine sent veteran journalist & seasoned climber Jon Krakauer on an expedition led by celebrated Everest guide Rob Hall. Despite the expertise of Hall & the other leaders, by the end of summit day eight people were dead. Krakauer`s book is at once the story of the ill-fated adventure & an analysis of the factors leading up to its tragic end. Written within months of the events it chronicles, ” Into Thin Air” clearly evokes the majestic Everest landscape. As the journey up the mountain progresses, Krakauer puts it in context by recalling the triumphs & perils of other Everest trips throughout history. The author`s own anguish over what happened on the mountain is palpable as he leads readers to ponder timeless questions. ...

The bold, pointed pattern on the dancer basket conjures the full, sharp movements & brilliant costumes of East African dancers spinning to a drummer’s beat. Both Rwanda & Uganda have rich traditions of celebrations that involve music & dance. Style it on a shelf for additional storage or decorate your wall for a globally inspired feel. This jumbo bowl is the perfect fruit bowl, bread basket, or wall decoration! When you purchase these handcrafted goods from Kazi Goods (All Across Africa), you are creating opportunities for men & women across Africa to thrive. It’s that simple. Inspired living, opportunities to thrive. Go ahead, take in your love for the world every day & share in the delight of connecting with African artisans. Kazi Goods reaches deep into rural villages in the developing world & provides training & fair wage jobs that restore dignity & promote self-sufficiency
- the way forward for sustainable development in Africa. They re-invest profits to further expand artisan development through artisan training; by training rural farmers to become artisans who then teach existing craftsmen new techniques to expand markets. in addition, their teams provide education on finance, business management & leadership to empower men & women throughout the entire value chain. Artful craftsmanship that does good. Specifications:- Approx. 16” D x 6” H Made in Rwanda- Product is made from all natural fibers of sisal & sweet grass- Organic dyes are used to dye the sisal- Profiled weaver tag is attached to each product- Basket has a hang loop on the back for wall décor- Safe to use with food* All products are made by hand with love & vary slightly in color & size. Made only in an ethical, fair trade environment. Handwoven by a cooperative of women located in Rwanda, this one of kind piece takes weeks to complete.
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A lone man in a small sailboat races around the world with no competitors & gives birth to an exciting new sport; a teenage New York City bicycle messenger circumnavigates the globe alone in lieu of going to college; a series of minimalist sailors compete to see who can cross the Atlantic in the smallest boat: these are just a few of the dauntless adventurers whose stories you`ll find in ” Intrepid Voyagers.” This inspiring collection of modern nautical adventures introduces daring men & women from diverse backgrounds who embarked on epic voyages across great oceans & around the globe. Each of these mariners went to sea for personal reasons, but at the center of each tale is a pure love of sailing coupled with a relentless urge to live large & explore. These true stories, all but one of which were written by the sailors themselves, are filled with their authors` passion & enthusiasm for sailing, the sea, & the process of discovery itself. Separated into four categories, Singlehanders, Long-Distance Racers, Little Boats, & Human Drama, these rousing accounts describe some of the most notable & celebrated achievements in recent nautical history
- fastest times, smallest boats, youngest sailors, & more. You`ll meet Vito Dumas, who challenged the riotous seas of the Roaring Forties & became first person to round Cape Horn alone & survive; Alain Bombard, who tested his theories about surviving a shipwreck by crossing the Atlantic in a tiny sailing raft without taking food or water; & Naomi James, who became the first female solo circumnavigator & beat Francis Chichester`s time in the process. You`ll also find riveting accounts of: Hugo Vihlen`s Atlantic crossing in the 6-foot April Fool; Dodge Morgan`s record-breaking circumnavigation; Val Howells` voyage of self-discovery during a transatlantic race; Ellen Mac Arthur`s thrilling finish in the Vendee Globe Donald; Crowhurst`s strange final voyage; & many more. Brimming with the independent spirit of the small-boat mariner, these vivid tales create a striking portrait of the challenges, labors, fears, & rich rewards of long-distance sailing.” Intrepid Voyagers” offers instructive, compelling reading, whether you`re planning an epic voyage of your own or prefer to challenge the elements from the comfort of your armchair. Eighteen chronicles from men & women who sailed to the ends of the earth & returned to tell about it. Eighteen windows to life on a big sea in a small sailboat. Fasten your safety harness!
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For fans of Scandinavian crime, Intrigo is the gripping collection of Hakan Nesser`s best novellas & short stories, three of which have been adapted into major motion pictures. Set in the fictional city of Maardam, each story is linked by themes of secrets coming to light, lies being exposed, & pasts coming back to haunt the people who thought they had fled them
- all told in Hakan Nesser`s signature style of dark, cutting prose that displays a true understanding of human nature. The collection is the basis for a trilogy of international films
- Dear Agnes, Death of an Author & Samaria -directed by Daniel Alfredson & starring Ben Kingsley & Gemma Chan.

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Emotional Intelligence: A Practical Guide shows how you can improve your personal & professional relationships, your health, your children`s prospects & more. With exercises, case studies & useful tips, it helps you put the principles of EI into practice to achieve a happier, healthier life. STAY IN CONTROL with a greater understanding of yourself INFLUENCE OTHERS through assertive communication HELP YOUR CHILD AT SCHOOL by improving their concentration & behaviour IMPROVE YOUR PHYSICAL WELL-BEING by regulating your emotions ...

What is time? The fifth-century philosopher St Augustine famously said that he knew what time is so long as no one asked him. Introducing Time dares go where Augustine would not. It traces the history of time from Augustine to Newton, Poincare, Einstein, & then back full circle to the idea that there is no time in quantum gravity. Is time a fourth dimension? Does the future exist? Is time travel possible? If so, does it threaten the work prospects of historians, as Stephen Hawking thinks? Why does time seem to pass in only one direction? Introducing Time presents these questions & others (many for the first time) in an easily accessible, lucid & engaging guide. ...

Military topographic survey mapping with contours. These maps are designed primarily as flying charts for aircraft, but they are useful as general topographical maps where nothing else is available. Contours are shown in feet, with elevation colouring & spot heights. Towns, villages, major roads, railways & airports are shown (but please note that many of the smaller settlements are not named, & the road information is not necessarily up to date). Some air navigation information also appears on the map, such as radio beacons & restricted flying zones. Double-sided sheet. ...