An ambitious and magnificent new travelogue by internationally bestselling, prizewinning writer Erika Fatland.

The Himalayas meander for more than two thousand kilometres through many different countries, from Pakistan to Myanmar via Nepal, India, Tibet and Bhutan, where the world religions of Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism are interspersed with ancient shamanic beliefs. Countless languages and vastly different cultures exist in these isolated mountain valleys. Modernity and tradition collide, while the great powers fight for influence.

As Erika Fatland introduces us to the people she meets along her journey, and in particular the women, she takes us on a vivid and dizzying expedition at altitude through incredible landscapes and dramatic, unknown histories.

Skilfully weaving the politics, geography, astrology, theology and ecology of this vast region, she also explores some of the most volatile human conflicts of our times.

With her unique gift for listening, and for storytelling, she has become one of the most exciting travel writers of her generation.

Translated from the Norwegian by Kari Dickson

De Cultuur Bewust!-gids geeft toeristen en zakenlieden belangrijke informatie met betrekking tot de cultuur van alledag in het land van bestemming. Anders dan in de gebruikelijke reisgidsen wordt de lezer in deze reeks bijgespijkerd op het gebied van omgangsvormen, normen en waarden, hoe zich te gedragen en wat verwacht mag worden op zakelijk en sociaal gebied. Het zijn beknopte zakformaatgidsen met interessante wetenswaardigheden over het dagelijks leven. Een must voor iedereen die naar het buitenland gaat voor vakantie, studie of werk.
 
Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships.
 
Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture and society of a particular country. It will help you to turn your visit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable and enriching experience. Contents include:
 
* customs, values, and traditions
* historical, religious, and political background
* life at home
* leisure, social, and cultural life
* eating and drinking
* do's, don'ts, and taboos
* business practices
* communication, spoken and unspoken
 
"Culture Smart has come to the rescue of hapless travellers." Sunday Times Travel
 
"... the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries." Global Travel
 
"...full of fascinating-as well as common-sense-tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas." Observer
 
"...as useful as they are entertaining." Easyjet Magazine
 
"...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world." New York Times

Dit prachtige boek biedt een wereldreis door de middeleeuwse stadscentra van Europa, langs de bazaars van de Oriënt naar de wolkenkrabbers van het moderne westen. Honderd bijzondere steden worden aangedaan: Parijs met zijn chique boulevards, het sprookjesachtige Marrakech, de eeuwige stad Rome, maar ook het multiculturele Londen, de smeltkroes Caïro, de kunststad Florence en de hoofdstad van de tango, Buenos Aires. Hoe verschillend de honderd mooiste steden van de wereld ook zijn, ze hebben één ding gemeen. Ze zijn allemaal op een bijzondere manier gestempeld door hun bevolking en hun verleden. Want zonder de prachtige bouwwerken van de heersers van gisteren, zonder de tempels en kerktorens, zonder de stegen in de arbeiderswijken of het bonte leven op de boulevards zouden deze steden niet die specifieke atmosfeer hebben, die de liefhebbers van cultuur, uitgaan en schoonheid zo enthousiast maakt.

Een gids onmisbaar voor diegenen die iets anders willen dan de geijkte bezienswaardigheden.

Let Secret Brighton guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating London guide book. Let our local expert Ellie Seymour show you the well-hidden treasures and hidden places of this amazing city.

Featuring over 190 unusual and unfamiliar places, this Secret Brighton guide is ideal for local inhabitants, curious visitors and armchair travellers alike. Discover the city's smallest art gallery in a phone boxVisit a hidden city orchardEnjoy Brighton's only waterfallExplore the city's most beautiful hidden streetExperience a seafront sauna spaFind a forgotten railway line in the seaVisit a hidden pet cemeteryMarvel at a long-forgotten muralDiscover a Thai restaurant at the back of a supermarketTap the nose of a gargoyle and make a wishEnter an EarthshipPlay glow-in-the-dark miniature golf with dinosaursAway from the cliched seaside sights, Brighton is a city full of alternative things to discover for those who like to dig beneath the surface. Secret Brighton - An Unusual Guide is the perfect compact gift-worthy companion for locals, curious visitors and armchair travellers, alike.

A guidebook to 25 walks in London's green spaces and nature reserves, covering both the city centre and Greater London area. Taking in woods and forests, parks and heaths, canals and rivers, the guide includes a wealth of information about some of the species you might encounter, as well as the history and conservation of these areas.
This guidebook presents 25 varied walks exploring London's green and open spaces. Covering both the city centre and the Greater London area, it takes in royal parks, heaths, forests, canals and rivers, including Epping Forest, Hampstead Heath, the World Heritage site of Kew Gardens and Wimbledon Common. Walks range from 4 to 14 miles and most can be accessed by public transport.Alongside detailed route descriptions and OS mapping, the book features practical information on parking, public transport and refreshments. Each walk showcases a particular species of wildlife that you might encounter, and there is fascinating background information the history and conservation of the capital's wild spaces.London is a city of 8 million people and 8 million trees, and its vast open spaces are home to 13,000 species of wildlife. This book is an ideal companion to exploring a greener, more gentle side to the city.