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.The Gambia and Senegal (Lonely Planet Country Guide)
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by: Katharina Lobeck

September 01, 2006
Luckily I wasn't totally put off by your previous reviewer who complained bitterly about the mis-reference to Timbuctu and I bought the book!

I had previously purchased the 2nd edition of this guide and wasn't too impressed by it. However, this third edition is by a new author who has lived in Senegal and it has been completely revised. It is full of useful practical and background information for the curious traveller, even for those that have only booked a package to the Gambian Coastal resorts. Armchair travellers should find it an interesting read as well.

I am shortly going on a 14 day escorted adventure tour to Senegal and Gambia, and if the Amazon review system allows a second bite at the cherry, I hope to ... Read More:
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.The Flame Trees of Thika: Memories of an African Childhood (Penguin Twentieth-Century Classics)
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by: Elspeth Huxley

2000-02
This small book of 285 pages takes us back to the start of Kenya, where kikuyu were yet unaffected by the europeans. Elspeth parents buy a land from Nairobi and set up their home there. They gradually shape the farm. Men and women kikuyu and some masai come to work for them. The have cattle and plant coffee. More europeans come and settle and even Thika prospers.
As a child elspeth, sees the culture of the natives. Then comes the 1 st world war. Farms close and life of the settlers is disrupted.
Excellent book, very readable and so enjoy the sequel called " The Mottled Lizard ". Flame trees of thika is also available as 2 disc DVD. Some say it is slow, but I found it just right, for the story and the times.
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.West Africa (Lonely Planet Country Guide)
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by: Anthony Ham, James Bainbridge, Tim Bewer, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Paul Clammer, Michael Grosberg, Robert Landon, Katharina Lobeck, Matt Phillips

October 01, 2006
As usual the lonely planet West Africa is full of details, which enable a traveller to travel around West Africa, ranging from the best hotels in small towns to bus schedules. From the fertile coast to the sandy deserts it provides a good but brief overview of the nature, history and present sights. The only weak point is the limited amount of information on regional cultural differences or history, which is probably caused by the number of countries covered
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.Uganda Nelles Map (Nelles Maps)
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by: Nelles

January 31, 2007
As usual the lonely planet West Africa is full of details, which enable a traveller to travel around West Africa, ranging from the best hotels in small towns to bus schedules. From the fertile coast to the sandy deserts it provides a good but brief overview of the nature, history and present sights. The only weak point is the limited amount of information on regional cultural differences or history, which is probably caused by the number of countries covered
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.Madeira (Rough Guide DIRECTIONS)
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by: Matthew Hancock

October 27, 2005
This is an excellent, detailed guide book. Summarising the key sights and activities with colour photos at the beginning and then going into more depth later in the book. Definitley recommend this book as your guide to Madeira. And it includes a CD-ROM. Great value through Amazon.
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.Around Africa on My Bicycle
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by: Riaan Manser

July 27, 2007
This book is a must for anybody interested in cycling and/travel. Riann tells the story it like it is and its all the better for it. A superb book and a true inspiration.
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.Tanzania (Globetrotter Travel Map)
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by: Graham Mercer

January 01, 2007
Over the years there have been many "coffee-table" books on Tanzania and East Africa. This work rates with the best of them. The photographs manage to cover the huge panorama of life in Tanzania, in both the human and animal domains. The accompanying text is accurate and amusing, demonstrating Mercer's in depth knowledge of the people and the wildlife. Well worth the money!!
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.Cape Town Insight Flexi Map
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from: APA Publications Pte Ltd,Singapore

March 31, 2006
Over the years there have been many "coffee-table" books on Tanzania and East Africa. This work rates with the best of them. The photographs manage to cover the huge panorama of life in Tanzania, in both the human and animal domains. The accompanying text is accurate and amusing, demonstrating Mercer's in depth knowledge of the people and the wildlife. Well worth the money!!
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.Swahili (Lonely Planet Phrasebook)
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by: Martin Benjamin

September 01, 2005
This compact little book is the perfect place to start learning Swahili. It is easy to carry around and dip into. The pronunciation guide is printed alongside the Swahili and English, so everything is where you need it and clearly laid out. I found a lot of the phrases useful and after a little practice, was able to try them out with confidence. There are also some nice little tips sprinkled throughout the book, cultural information, etiquette, etc.

After a couple of business trips to Kenya, I decided it was time I tried to learn some basic Swahili words. Swahili is an enjoyable language to learn, and the locals are really impressed when you speak a few words. So I think it is well worth getting this book and putting in a little effort. ... Read More:
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.Tenerife Landscapes: Car Tours and Walks (Landscapes): Car Tours and Walks (Landscapes)
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by: Noel Rochford

August 15, 2007
This compact little book is the perfect place to start learning Swahili. It is easy to carry around and dip into. The pronunciation guide is printed alongside the Swahili and English, so everything is where you need it and clearly laid out. I found a lot of the phrases useful and after a little practice, was able to try them out with confidence. There are also some nice little tips sprinkled throughout the book, cultural information, etiquette, etc.

After a couple of business trips to Kenya, I decided it was time I tried to learn some basic Swahili words. Swahili is an enjoyable language to learn, and the locals are really impressed when you speak a few words. So I think it is well worth getting this book and putting in a little effort. ... Read More:
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