Don George Livres

As a professional travel writer and editor for the past 40 years, Don George has been paid to explore the world. Through the decades, his articles have been published in magazines, newspapers, and websites around the globe and have won more awards than almost any other travel writer alive, yet his pieces have never been collected into one volume. The Way of The Best Travel Writing of Don George fills this void with a moving and inspiring collection of tales and reflections from one of America’s most acclaimed and beloved travel writers.From his high-spirited account of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro on a whim when he was 22 years old to his heart-plucking description of a home-stay in a muddy compound in Cambodia as a 61-year-old, this collection ranges widely. As renowned for his insightful observations as for his poetic prose, George always absorbs the essence of the places he’s visiting.Other stories here include a moving encounter with Australia’s sacred red rock monolith, Uluru; an immersion in country kindness on the Japanese island of Shikoku; the trials and triumphs of ascending Yosemite’s Half Dome with his wife and children; and a magical morning at Machu Picchu.

A timely collection of 26 inspiring tales, The Kindness of Strangers explores the unexpected human connections that so often transfigure and transform the experience of travel, and celebrates the gift of kindness around the world. Featuring stories by Jan Morris, Tim Cahill, Simon Winchester and Dave Eggers.

"This book presents a thirty-eight-course feast of ... memories, life-changing food adventures, big and small, set around the world"--Introduction, page 7

Offers stories focusing on journeys, discoveries, and adventures in travel destinations way off the beaten path.

This anthology of travel literature brings to life the idea that travel can inspire, entertain, enlighten, and change lives

Lonely Planet knows that some of life's funniest experiences happen on the road. Whether they take the form of unexpected detours, unintended adventures, unidentifiable dinners or unforgettable encounters, these experiences can give birth to our most profound travel lessons and illuminations, and our most memorable - and hilarious - travel stories. This collection presents 31 globe-girdling tales that run the gamut from close-encounter safaris to loss-of-face follies, hair-raising rides to culture-leaping brides, eccentric expats to mind-boggling repasts, wrong roads taken to agreements mistaken. The collection brings together some of the world's most renowned travelers and storytellers with previously unpublished writers.

This anthology of travel literature brings to life the idea that travel can inspire, entertain, enlighten and change lives.

Modern, southern, Christian rock, urban comtemporary, hip hop and Christian pop are few genres of music that help inspire and give life in spreading the Gospel of the Lord. This Handbook underscores music ministry as an important tool in the praise and worship of God. It is designed where leaders in the music ministry can apply scripture references as it pertains to singing and the playing of instruments. Filled with enlightenment, hope and inspiration, A Christian Music Ministry Handbook is an absolute spiritual adventure that readers will find interesting and spiritually nourishing. It will teach them the purposes of the Christian music ministry and increase their knowledge of God's Word.

Focusing on nurturing independence, success, and happiness in children, the author draws from his experiences as an international baseball coach and father of three. He explores essential elements that contribute to a thriving family dynamic. Through practical insights and personal anecdotes, he provides a comprehensive guide aimed at helping parents raise well-rounded and prepared individuals for their future.

'Du bist irgendwo im Ausland, sprichst die Sprache nicht, hast deinen Geldbeutel verloren oder sogar geklaut bekommen, und du besitzt weder Geld noch Papiere. Kurz bevor du hysterisch wirst, steht auf einmal dieser Fremde vor dir und rettet dich – aus nur einem einzigen Grund: Güte. Er gibt dir den Glauben an das Gute im Menschen zurück. Dieses Buch handelt von solchen unerwarteten Geschenken und wie sie unser Leben verändern.' Isabel Allende Wir alle haben sie schon erlebt: die überwältigende Erfahrung, im Ausland neue Freunde zu finden – ob mit Hilfe einer Landkarte, der richtigen Übersetzung eines Worts oder einer passenden Münze für den Fahrscheinautomaten. Der vorliegende Band versammelt die schönsten Reiseerlebnisse in Originalbeiträgen: von Dave Eggers, Tim Cahill, Simon Winchester und über zwanzig weiteren Schriftstellern von Rang.