I love an adventure story.I’m not talking about the jarring action packed adventure with lots of guns and running, destined for an R rating if it makes the big screen, but instead a personal kind of adventure for one person that ends up being a life changing personal journey for them.And that’s exactly what happened [...]
In response to the review by “Big Dog” – if you want everything to match up perfectly – picture and narration, this isn’t for you (personally I think its nice to have to think every once in a while, but hey…) That said, I find this series to be a wonderful insight into parts of [...]
I’m used to Fodor and Frommer Guides. I’ve found them invaluable in my travels. They are petite, have sturdy pages, and contain clear color-rich visuals. Name the city, I can toss one in my handbag and hit the street … knowing that “expertise” is stationed right next to my lip-balm. “Walk Beijing” disregards everything that [...]
Having a deep interest in all things Chinese, I couldn’t wait for the release of Ruth Pennington Paget’s newest book.China Hand doesn’t disappoint!From her classmates’ humorous “self-criticism” sessions to their much-anticipated arrival behind the Great Wall, you will relish all the adventures in this book.Although written from the point of view of a fresh-faced youth, [...]