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"The Innocents Abroad, or The New Pilgrims' Progress is a travel book by American author Mark Twain, published in 1869, which humorously chronicles what Twain called his 'Great Pleasure Excursion' on board the chartered vessel Quaker City (formerly USS Quaker City), through Europe and the Holy Land, with a group of American travelers in 1867." --
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Despite its reputation for religious intolerance, the Middle East has long sheltered many distinctive and strange faiths: one regards the Greek prophets as incarnations of God, another reveres Lucifer in the form of a peacock, and yet another believes that their followers are reincarnated beings who have existed in various forms for thousands of years. These religions represent the last vestiges of the magnificent civilizations in ancient history:...
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In his fascinating, terrifying and often very funny book, James Hider takes his doubts about religious beliefs straight into the dark heart of the world's holy wars-from Israel to Gaza to Iraq-the birthplace that spawned so many faiths-and then back to Jerusalem. From hardcore Zionist settlers still fighting ancient Biblical battles in the hills of the West Bank to Shiite death squads roaming the lawless streets of Iraq in the aftermath of Saddam;...
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Returning to the UK in September 2010 after serving in Iraq as the political adviser to the top American general, Emma Sky felt no sense of homecoming. She soon found herself back in the Middle East traveling through a region in revolt. In a Time of Monsters bears witness to the demands of young people for dignity and justice during the Arab Spring; the inability of sclerotic regimes to reform; the descent of Syria into civil war; the rise of the...
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In 1933, Robert Byron set off from Venice with his friend Christopher Sykes to explore the architecture of the Middle East. Their long and arduous journey took them from Cyprus and Jerusalem to Syria, Iraq, Persia and Afghanistan, and finally Oxiana, a tiny country around the River Oxus, the Greek name for the river Amu Darya, which snakes down from Russia into Afghanistan. They travel by any means necessary (truck, camel, horses and foot), and encounter...
7) Tehran
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This edition of the Bradt guide to Tehran by Patricia Baker and Hilary Smith combines their knowledge of the city's major sights with maps, historical and cultural perspectives and recommendations for hotels, restaurants and cafés as well as detailed information on city transport, shopping and attractions in and around the city. The colourful and engaging writing style is aimed at informing as well as entertaining the reader. All information is drawn...
8) Lebanon
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"Lebanon travel guide. Expert advice and travel information, from Beirut hotels and restaurants to cuisine and wineries, nature reserves, nightlife, skiing, hiking, beaches, festivals, museums and historic sites. Features World Heritage sites (Aanjar, Baalbek, Byblos, Qadisha Valley and Tyre), plus Tripoli, Bekaa Valley, Shouf and Aammiq Wetlands."--
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"Memories of Mutrah, Oman: Fishing Village to Vibrant City" relates to the memories of the merchants of Mutrah souq, their family life, and history as passed down from generation to generation. They tell of the good and the not-so-good times. Mutrah was a happy, lively place where the local inhabitants would gather to exchange news, reflect on the health of their families, and to purchase food and living requirements from this 600-year-old traditional...
11) Conversational Armenian Quick and Easy: The Most Innovative Technique to Learn the Armenian Language
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THIS BOOK DOESN'T CONTAIN ANY WORDS IN THE ARMENIAN ALPHABET!
Have you always wanted to learn how to speak Eastern Armenian but simply didn't have the time?
Well if so, then, look no further. You can hold in your hands one of the most advanced and revolutionary method that was ever designed for quickly becoming conversational in a language. In creating this time-saving program, master linguist Yatir Nitzany spent years examining the twenty-seven...
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Embajada a Samarcanda. Vida y hazañas del gran Tamorlán relata el viaje de Ruy González de Clavijo a Samarcanda, en 1403. Fue a esa ciudad como embajador de Enrique III, con el propósito de conseguir una alianza. Ruy partió del Puerto de Santa María, en Cádiz, estuvo en Constantinopla, Trebizonda y Teherán. Su misión era hablar con el sultán Tamerlán, un gran caudillo mongol.
Los reyes cristianos de Europa y España creían que el gran...
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Excerpt: "As I promised you, at parting, to give you a full Account of my Journey to Constantinople, so, I shall now make good my Word; and I hope, with Advantage too. For, I shall also acquaint you with my Adventures in my Travel to Amasia, as well as That to Constantinople, the former being less used, and consequently far less known, than the latter. My Design herein, is, to allow you a Part of the Solace, of what happened pleasurable to me; for...
15) Iran
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Known as the jewel of Central Asia, Iran's cities are packed with gilded mosques and blue-mosaic shrines built in honor of the country's greatest leaders. Its people are generous and its terrain ranges from the sands of the Persian Gulf to the Alburz Mountains in the north. The expert authors give first-hand descriptions of attractions ranging from the exquisite mosques of Isfahan and the museums and palaces of Tehran to remote, spectacular mountain...
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George Carpenter's "The Holy Land and Syria" takes readers on a captivating journey through the Holy Land and Syria, regions steeped in religious and historical significance. The book serves as both a travel narrative and an exploration of the rich tapestry of these lands. The narrative begins with Carpenter setting the scene for his travels, describing the allure and importance of the Holy Land for travelers, pilgrims, and scholars alike. He paints...
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Go for an early morning walk along the Corniche – Beirut's seaside promenade – and watch as the Mediterranean Sea laps against the rocks while the summits of Mount Lebanon dominate the horizon to the east. Enjoy a strong black coffee here before hitting Hamra to experience Beirut's bustling commercial side or the old Central District to admire the elegantly restored Ottoman and French-colonial buildings – a demonstration of Beirut's determination...
18) Iran
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Now into its fifth edition, Bradt's Iran continues to provide the most detailed background, history and cultural information available when visiting this 'Jewel of Central Asia'. This new edition has been thoroughly reviewed to provide all the latest information, from updated history and cultural developments to security, language and hotel prices, plus expanded practical information for independent travelers. Food and arts, rugs and handicrafts are...
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Full of insightful anthropological observations, Burton describes his encounters with Arab cultures and customs. This exciting tale revolves around his disguising as an Afghan doctor in order to not be noticed in his religious pilgrimage. Burton was more than an explorer, though; he was a translator, soldier, cartographer, and spy. His fascinating character comes through brilliantly in this travel account as we discover the East through the eyes of...
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Both famous and infamous, Dubai features burgeoning financial districts, waterfront high-rises, and tax-free shopping malls right alongside the serene Gulf coast. But as the city charges into the future, it keeps a watchful eye on its Arabian legacy. Themed hotels and desert resorts celebrate cherished notions of local hospitality, while new art galleries, theaters, and performance venues tap into a newfound thirst for cultural stimulation. Written...
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