Don George Książki

As a professional travel writer and editor for the past 40 years, Don George has been paid to explore the world. Through the decades, his articles have been published in magazines, newspapers, and websites around the globe and have won more awards than almost any other travel writer alive, yet his pieces have never been collected into one volume. The Way of The Best Travel Writing of Don George fills this void with a moving and inspiring collection of tales and reflections from one of America’s most acclaimed and beloved travel writers.From his high-spirited account of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro on a whim when he was 22 years old to his heart-plucking description of a home-stay in a muddy compound in Cambodia as a 61-year-old, this collection ranges widely. As renowned for his insightful observations as for his poetic prose, George always absorbs the essence of the places he’s visiting.Other stories here include a moving encounter with Australia’s sacred red rock monolith, Uluru; an immersion in country kindness on the Japanese island of Shikoku; the trials and triumphs of ascending Yosemite’s Half Dome with his wife and children; and a magical morning at Machu Picchu.

Presents a chatty, anecdotal, honest, and often ribald biography of the great and multi-faceted musician Duke Ellington by his musical collaborator, companion, and friend

A timely collection of 26 inspiring tales, The Kindness of Strangers explores the unexpected human connections that so often transfigure and transform the experience of travel, and celebrates the gift of kindness around the world. Featuring stories by Jan Morris, Tim Cahill, Simon Winchester and Dave Eggers.

Offers stories focusing on journeys, discoveries, and adventures in travel destinations way off the beaten path.

This anthology of travel literature brings to life the idea that travel can inspire, entertain, enlighten, and change lives

Humorous tales of travel and misadventure highlight that some of life's funniest experiences occur on the road. From unexpected detours to unforgettable encounters, these moments often lead to our most memorable travel stories. This collection features 31 globetrotting tales, ranging from close-encounter safaris to loss-of-face follies, hair-raising rides to culture-leaping brides, and eccentric expats to mind-boggling meals. It showcases renowned travelers and storytellers alongside previously unpublished writers. The anthology includes contributions from notable authors such as Wickam Boyle, Tim Cahill, Pico Iyer, and many others, each sharing their unique experiences and insights. Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has evolved into the leading travel guide publisher, offering guidebooks for every destination, an award-winning website, and a suite of mobile and digital travel products. Their mission is to help curious travelers experience the world and connect deeply with the places they visit. Recognized with TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards in 2012 and 2013, Lonely Planet guides are celebrated for their unparalleled quality and accessibility, making them a staple for travelers everywhere.

From bat on the island of Fais to chicken on a Russian train to barbecue in the American heartland, from mutton in Mongolia to couscous in Morocco to tacos in Tijuana - on the road, food nourishes us not only physically, but intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually too. It can be a gift that enables a traveler to survive, a doorway into the heart of a tribe, or a thread that weaves an indelible tie; it can be awful or ambrosial - and sometimes both at the same time. Celebrate the riches and revelations of food with this 38-course feast of true tales set around the world.

Eine Autopanne mitten in der Pampa, Heißhunger oder die Suche nach einem Zimmer für die Nacht – was wären Reisende ohne die Hilfe von Fremden? Dieser Band mit einem Vorwort des Dalai Lama versammelt die spannendsten Erlebnisse von der Sahara bis Schottland, von Beirut bis Buenos Aires. Geschichten rund um Freundschaft weit weg von zu Hause, ausgewählt von Don George, dem renommierten Reiseredakteur.