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Island of Bali is now available with a foreword by Professor Adrian Vickers which puts the book into context for a modern audience. First published in 1937, Island of Bali is still regarded by many as the most authoritative text on Bali and its fascinating people. Included is a wealth of information on the daily life, art, customs and religion of this magical «Island of the Gods.» In the author's own words it presents a «bird's-eye view of Balinese life and culture.»Miguel Covarrubias, the author, was a noted painter and caricaturist as well as a student of anthropology. He lived in Bali for a total of three years in the early 1930s, and today his account is as fresh and insightful as it was when it was originally published. Introducing the island with a survey of hits history, geography and social structure, Covarrubias goes on to present a captivating picture of Balinese art, music and drama. Religion, witchcraft, death and cremation are also covered. Island of Bali will appeal to anyone with interest in this unique island, from general Eat, Pray, Love readers to serious anthropologist alike. Complementing the text are 90 drawings by Covarrubias and countless others by Balinese artists. Also included are 114 half-tone photographs, and five full-color paintings by the author.

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At last, a way to improve your Tagalog! Written by Joi Barrios as the continuation of her best-selling Tagalog for Beginners book, Intermediate Tagalog is the first intermediate-level book designed specifically for people who already speak or understand some basic Tagalog and now wish to achieve greater fluency in speaking, reading and writing standard Filipino—the national language of the Philippines. The carefully-constructed lessons in this book point out common grammatical errors that English speakers make when speaking Tagalog, and present «real-life» conversations demonstrating how the language is spoken in Manila today. Extensive cultural notes are provided, along with exercises and activities that introduce the use of the Tagalog language in a wide range of everyday situations. The 20 lessons give you all the basic skills needed to speak Tagalog fluently: paglalarawan (the ability to describe people, places and feelings); pagsasalaysay (the ability to tell a story—whether a news story, a folktale, or an anecdote); paglalahad (how to explain something—for example, a custom or tradition, or how to cook a dish); and pangangatuwiran (reasoning and abstract thinking). Each lesson is carefully structured in six key parts: A «real-life» dialogue providing valuable conversational skills. A vocabulary list to expand your familiarity with common, everyday Tagalog words and expressions. A grammar review section (for example, on the correct uses of affixes in various sentence constructions). Insightful cultural notes presenting aspects of the Philippines that may seem «odd» to outsiders, to explain how Filipino culture shapes the way people speak. A reading passage from a story or newspaper article, with comprehension questions. A writing exercise designed to teach a specific writing skill.Using Intermediate Tagalog , you'll be able to talk about yourself, your family and your daily experiences using grammatically correct sentences and a native-speaker level vocabulary.

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The <i>Bali Travel Map from Periplus</i> is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper, this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time.<br><br>Following highways and byways, this map will show you how to maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums, monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters, shopping centers and more!<br><br>This 9th edition area maps and city plans are scaled to:<ul><li>Bali at 1:250,000</li><li>South Bali at 1:100,000</li><li>Amed at 1:60,000</li><li>Tulamben at 1:60,000</li><li>Nusa Dua Area at 1:20,000</li><li>Nusa Lembongan at 1:60,000</li><li>Lovina Beach at 1:25,000</li><li>Ubud at 1:25,000</li><li>Amlapura at 1:20,000</li><li>Padangbai at 1:30,000</li><li>Candidasa at 1:20,000</li><li>Canggu & Kerobokan at 1:25,000</li><li>Kata Area at 1:25,000</li><li>Semarapura at 1:25000</li><li>Singaraja at 1:25,000</li><li>Sanur at 1:20,000</li><li>Denpasar at 1:25,000</li></ul>A unique, easy-to-handle folding system that allows you to view the map one panel at a time for quick reference, and a fully digital map base, which allows our maps to be frequently updated.<br><br><i>Periplus Travel Maps</i> cover most of the major cities and travel destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. The series includes an amazing variety of fascinating destinations, from the multifaceted subcontinent of India to the bustling city-state of Singapore and the 'western style' metropolis of Sydney to the Asian charms of Bali. All titles are continuously updated, ensuring they keep up with the considerable changes in this fast-developing part of the world. This extensive geographical reach and attention to detail mean that <i>Periplus Travel Maps</i> are the natural first choice for anyone traveling in the region.

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The <i>Vietnam Travel Map</i> from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Designed to fit easily into a purse or pocket and created using durable coated paper, this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time.<br><br>Following highways and byways, this map will show you how to maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums, monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters, shopping centers and more, including ALL the places you'll want to visit on your trip!<br><br>This 8th edition area maps and city plans are scaled to:<ul><li>Northern Vietnam 1:2,100,000</li><li>Southern Vietnam 1:2,100,000</li><li>Halong Bay 1:300,000</li><li>Hanoi 1:20,000</li><li>Ho Chi Minh City 1:20,000</li><li>Hue 1:20,000</li><li>Dalat 1:25,000</li><li>Nha Trang 1:20,000</li><li>Vung Tau 1:50,000</li><li>Hoi An 1:20,000</li></ul>Considered the number one publisher of maps for foreign tourists and travelers in Asia, <i>Periplus Travel Maps</i> cover most of the major cities and travel destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. The series includes an amazing variety of fascinating destinations, from the multifaceted subcontinent of India to the bustling city-state of Singapore and the 'western style' metropolis of Sydney to the Asian charms of Bali. All titles are regularly updated, ensuring they keep up with the considerable changes in this fast-developing part of the world. This extensive geographical reach and attention to detail mean that <i>Periplus Travel Maps</i> are the natural first choice for anyone traveling in the region.

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Featuring hundreds of original, color photographs, this fascinating study of New Guinea chronicles the rituals and daily life of this remote and culturally rich region.Between the Tides offers a compelling mix of New Guinean storytelling, history, natural history, politics, and culture. David Pickell brings warmth and intelligence to his subject, and Kal Muller's photographs are surprising and evocative. Together, author and photographer show how an isolated, nomadic past meets a worldly, urban future, history confronts superstition, and a false and imposed sense of shame yields to a new, and still fragile, pride.Their journey took them from the dusty New Guinea frontier town of Timika to tiny Lakahia island, along two hundred miles of twisting mangrove creeks and the relentlessly uncooperative Arafura sea. What they found was a culture facing the delicate, sometimes humorous, occasionally painful, and always interesting process of change.

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Have you ever considered learning Korean, but been put off by the unusual look of the characters? Don't let yourself be scared away! Korean has been called «the most logical language there is,» and with this friendly and thorough introduction you will soon see why. The best way to learn Korean&#8212;this book uses a lighthearted, humorous approach. Korean for Beginners starts by showing you just how reasoned and logical the Korean alphabet, hangeul, actually is, and helps you master it faster than you learned the English alphabet. Realistic situations you might encounter in Korea in Korean-speaking environments are described, and new words are explained in terms of how you'll find them useful to communicate. Numerous illustrations enliven the text, and downloadable audio lets you listen and repeat phrases in the book. Soon you'll be able to say with pride, «I know Korean!» Features of [i]Korean for Beginners are: Learn to read Korean writing with ease. Practical phrases help you converse with confidence. A lighthearted «guide» walks you through, bringing the language to life. Downloadable audio with native Korean speakers helps you to speak Korean like a pro. As the more than 1 million Americans who speak Korean can attest, the Korean language is here to stay, and generations of young (and older) adults are determined to learn it. This book is for people who want a grasp of how to speak, write and understand Korean&#8212;and who want to enjoy things while they're at it!

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Finding your way around Japan is a breeze with this handy Tuttle travel atlas. Designed for the adventurous traveler and containing all the maps you'll need on your explorations, this atlas includes many views and insets not available elsewhere.<br><br>The perfect travel guide, this atlas is conveniently divided into chapters covering the major regions of Japan, including Tokyo, Mt. Fuji and around Tokyo, Central Honshu, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima and Western Honshu, Northern Honshu, Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu, and Okinawa & the Southwest Islands. Each of the 148 maps in this atlas are easy-to-follow and are presented in a logical manner. Emphasis is placed on the most frequently-visited areas, and all cities, towns, villages and places of interest are indexed for quick reference..<br><br>All roads are color-coded with major arteries in bright yellow and orange. All key landmarks are highlighted&#8212;including airports, beaches, temples, hotels, shops, restaurants, shopping malls, consulates, government offices, hospitals, clinics, police stations, schools, parks, banks, golf courses and more!<br><br>Maps are shown at various scales, but are large enough to see details. User-friendly indexes at the back list all streets, towns, villages and buildings for quick reference.<br><br><b>COMPREHENSIVE</b>: Covers every major town and tourist area in Japan.<br><br><b>INFORMATIVE</b>: Gives precise locations of popular sights, including hotels, restaurants, temples, shopping malls and other essential landmarks.<br><br><b>PRACTICAL</b>: The handy size, well-designed key maps and comprehensive indexes help you find your destination quickly.<br><br><b>RELIABLE</b>: The maps in this atlas are thoroughly researched and regularly updated by Tuttle Publishing&#8212;the leading publisher of Asia Pacific maps.

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The Osaka Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper, this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time.Following highways and byways, this map will show you how to maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums, monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters, shopping centers and more!This 4th edition includes maps and plans that are scaled to: Area Map: Kansai Area 1:250,000City Plans: Osaka & Kobe 1:50,000 Central Osaka 1:15,000 Central Kobe 1:15,000Periplus Travel Maps cover most of the major cities and travel destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. The series includes an amazing variety of fascinating destinations, from the multifaceted subcontinent of India to the bustling city-state of Singapore and the 'western style' metropolis of Sydney to the Asian charms of Bali. All titles are continuously updated, ensuring they keep up with the considerable changes in this fast-developing part of the world. This extensive geographical reach and attention to detail mean that Periplus Travel Maps are the natural first choice for anyone traveling in the region.

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It's never a good idea to be overly&#8211;relient on technology while traveling! Look up words quickly and easily with this great Korean dictionary. Intended for use by tourists, students, and business people traveling to Korea Tuttle Pocket Korean Dictionary is an essential tool for communicating in Korean. It features all the essential Korean vocabulary appropriate for beginning to intermediate students. It's handy pocket format and user-friendly, two-color layout will make any future trip to Korea much easier. All entries are written in a Romanized form as well as Korean script ( hangul ) so that in the case of difficulties the book can simply be shown to the person the user is trying to communicate with. This dictionary includes the following key features: Over 18,000 words and expressions in the Korean language. Korea&#8211;English, and English&#8211;Korean sectionsFully updated with recent vocabulary and commonly used South Korean slang. Clear, user-friendly layout with headwords in blue. Romanized and Korean Script ( hangul ) for every entry.Other books from this bestselling series you might enjoy include: Pocket Japanese Dictionary, Pocket Mandarin Chinese Dictionary, and Pocket Cantonese Dictionary.

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The <i> Kyoto Travel Map </i> from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper, this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time.<br><br>Following highways and byways, this map will show you how to maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums, monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters, shopping centers and more!<br><br>This 4th edition includes maps and plans that are scaled to:<br><br> City Plans:<ul><li> Central Kyoto 1:20,000</li><li> Greater Kyoto 1:55,000</li><li> Kawaramachi & Gion 1:10,000</li><li> Nara 1:17,500</li></ul>Area Map: <ul><li> Kansai 1:250,000</li></ul><i>Periplus Travel Maps</i> cover most of the major cities and travel destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. The series includes an amazing variety of fascinating destinations, from the multifaceted subcontinent of India to the bustling city-state of Singapore and the 'western style' metropolis of Sydney to the Asian charms of Bali. All titles are continuously updated, ensuring they keep up with the considerable changes in this fast-developing part of the world. This extensive geographical reach and attention to detail mean that <i>Periplus Travel Maps</i> are the natural first choice for anyone traveling in the region.

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