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Mountaineering and Exploration in the Japanese Alps

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Elibron Classics. Replica of 1896 edition by John Murray, London.This book includes maps available as a free download.This is an Illustrated edition.Walter Weston (25 December 1860 – 27 March 1940), was an English clergyman, missionary, and mountaineer.This is a great travel book with a lot of interesting details of Japan in the late 19th century including old photographs and illustrations. ... Read more

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The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic, ... Read more

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The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic,
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The road and the backpack

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A journey of wisdom lost and foundAn ordinary 26 years old decided to quit his job and endure a two years round-the-world-trip. On the road he found friends, love, amazing sights and changed his way to look at life.Take on this amazing journey across Asia, the South Pacific and South America, and you may change your idea about "backpacking", whatever your idea is. ... Read more

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I have been to every province in China, and the book is made up of travel stories about the places I have been and the experiences I have had. For instance, I have been hosted in first-class establishments in Shanghai, been drunk with miners in Inner Mongolia, wandered out in the Gobi desert, and nearly been sick on the embalmed body of Chairman Mao. This book is about being a Western expat ... Read more

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I have been to every province in China, and the book is made up of travel stories about the places I have been and the experiences I have had. For instance, I have been hosted in first-class establishments in Shanghai, been drunk with miners in Inner Mongolia, wandered out in the Gobi desert, and nearly been sick on the embalmed body of Chairman Mao. This book is about being a Western expat
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With the Tibetans in Tent and Temple.

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Elibron Classics. Replica of 1901 edition by Oliphant, Anderson & Ferrier, Edinburgh.This is an Illustrated edition.This is an account of Susie Carson Rijnhart (1868 - 1908) and her husband, Petrus Rijnhart, spent as missionaries in Tibet from 1895-1899.Susie Rijnhart and her husband offered medical services to the locals, as well as Bible classes and discussion with the lamas they ran into. ... Read more

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In and Around Banff - A Guide to the History and Scenery of the Canadian Rockies

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more

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Climbing Kilimanjaro (Kilimanjaro series Book 1)

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If you are planning a climb up Kilimanjaro, then you are in for a real treat.However, being the World's tallest free standing mountain brings its own challenges for which you MUST be prepared. If you take this trip lightly, then you will fail, get injured or even die.At 19,320ft, she will challenge you every step of the way but that effort will be worth it provided you do it safely and that mens ... Read more

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Gratuity

A Contextual Understanding of Tipping Norms from the Perspective of Tipped Employees

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Although a hat may be designed for the purpose of practicality or aesthetics, it is part of a complex interplay of wider cultural meanings. Throughout history hats have played a significant role in expressing and revealing notions of class, gender, authority, fashion and etiquette. By examining the consumption and production of hats from the 18th century to the present day, this book explores ... Read more

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Although a hat may be designed for the purpose of practicality or aesthetics, it is part of a complex interplay of wider cultural meanings. Throughout history hats have played a significant role in expressing and revealing notions of class, gender, authority, fashion and etiquette. By examining the consumption and production of hats from the 18th century to the present day, this book explores
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Louisiana Culture from the Colonial Era to Katrina

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In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson acquired 828,000 square miles of French territory in what became known as the Louisiana Purchase. Although today Louisiana makes up only a small portion of this immense territory, this exceptional state embraces a larger-than-life history and a cultural blend unlike any other in the nation. Louisiana Culture from the Colonial Era to Katrina, a collection of ... Read more

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In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson acquired 828,000 square miles of French territory in what became known as the Louisiana Purchase. Although today Louisiana makes up only a small portion of this immense territory, this exceptional state embraces a larger-than-life history and a cultural blend unlike any other in the nation. Louisiana Culture from the Colonial Era to Katrina, a collection of
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