China

Set against a backdrop of dynastic opulence and centuries-old traditions, Beijing is a city hurling itself headlong into the future. This smart and stylish book guides visitors through all the excitement, grandeur, and magic of the city that is hosting the 2008 Olympics.Ever wonder what Peking duck ... More

‘In Xanadu is, without doubt, one of the best travel books produced in the last 20 years. It is witty and intelligent, brilliantly observed, deftly constructed and extremely entertaining… Dalrymple’s gift for transforming ordinary humdrum experience into something extraordinary and timeless su... More

Dame Mary Barbara Hamilton Cartland was one of the most successful writers of romance novels of all time, with estimated worldwide sales of one billion copies in thirty-six languages. Cartland published her first novel, Jigsaw, in 1923, aslightly naughty society thriller that became a bestseller. S... More

Frommer's. The best trips start here. Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. Detailed maps and reviews, including Chinese characters of street names, restaurants, hotels, and attractions. Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not. Exact prices, s... More

It is quite interesting that much of the information about Buddhism in India has been gathered from the Chinese pilgrims who travelled to this country. Two of them were Fah-Hian and Sung-Yun. Their writings are invaluable records of not only the state of Buddhism, but also as serious comments on the... More

Everest, Annapurna, Kanchenjunga, Machhapuchhare, Makalu - a roll call of inspiration awaits trekkers in the Nepal Himalaya. Discover its famous peaks and unique culture in this authoritative guide by one of the region's most experienced trekkers. 22 new contour maps for major trekking areas, supple... More

Hardbound,New Book... More

This is an ideal introduction to the Chinese language and culture for business people, students, and travelers. It sheds light on the character and personality of the Chinese by examining the meaning, historical significance, and use of more than 300 Chinese expressions. This practical guide will he... More

With over 1300 pages and 150 maps, the Rough Guide to China is the essential handbook to this vast and extraordinary country. In-depth coverage of the entire country, from buzzing Beijing, Hong Kong and Shanghai to the ethnic minority regions of the southwest and Tibet. The authors give expert pract... More

Beijing is an impressive city, and this up-to-the-minute guidebook uncovers all its marvelous secrets. This guide features place-names and addresses in Chinese script to aid navigation, a chapter on the Beijing Olympics, excursions to the Great Wall, and more.What Will Your Beijing Encounter Be? ...... More

A travel through the Russian Central Asia just before the start of the first World War. First published in 1916. A classic of the travel genre. Hardbound,New Book... More

Personal narrative of a journey of archaeological and geographical exploration in Chinese Turkestan. Hardbound... More

Economic development and tourism are interdependent. While aseconomic development of a society leads to better tourism facilities, tourismitself leads to economic development. The book studies how economic developmentcan boost tourism in a country and vice versa. It takes into account a wholegamut o... More

Hardbound... More