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In a classroom in sultry Guangzhou, having never before left the United States nor taught a class on anything, armed only with a beginner's grasp of the language, Brasunas is confronted by 37 ninth graders in uniform. Only his intrinsic curiosity about Chinese culture and about himself drives him on, to keep trying in the tense classroom, to trust his instincts in the frenetic and dishonest street markets, and to make new friends from all walks of life.

This audiobook is a list of the 50 most common scams in Thailand. Some are low level, and some will cost you a fortune. Unfortunately there are times the scams turn violent. Use this book as a handy fore warning of some of the most dangerous and expensive scams in Thailand.

In Manav’s world, memories are like little birds perched upon the windowsill of time. In his world there are no boundaries between thoughts and reality. In his world the past and the present form a mirror that disintegrates into the memory of a single day…Known for writing silences and...

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit the Maldives. Greater Than a Tourist - Maldives by author Aishath Nadheema offers firsthand and personal insight into the best ways to visit the local islands and resorts in the Maldives. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like guidance from a local? If you answered yes, then this audiobook is for you. Greater Than a Tourist--Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India by Navishta Tayyaba offers the inside scoop on Lucknow. Travel like a local. Slow down and get to know the people and the culture of a place. By the time you finish this audiobook, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.

Foreign men are a laughing stock among the Thai community, and Thai men think we are world-class idiots. They think we are gullible, and far too many farang men prove them correct. And that's due to delusions that never die. In this audiobook, I'll expose these chronic fantasies. You'll discover the alternate point of view, understand the nature of the lies, and get insight into the roots of the delusions.

Whether contemplating Tokyo’s odd-shaped bonsai houses, pachinko parlors, chopstick ballet, or the perilous habit of running for trains, the short, personal writings in Beauty and Chaos explore Tokyo from the inside to reveal the city’s deeper meanings and daily pleasures. Part travelogue, part comparative culture, and packed with insights, these sharply observed vignettes tap into the daily mysteries of Tokyo life to reveal what’s beneath the gleaming, puzzling exterior of the biggest city in the world.

In this guide, I covered all four corners of this great country, but not every city in every state. Instead, I covered cities and states with the most popular and prominent tourist attractions. I hope you will find this audiobook valuable in more ways than one, as I not only discuss what to see in India, but how to get prepared, how to apply for a visa, what to expect, how to plan your trips from a financial point, what type of travel agencies you can trust, what modes of transportation are the best, important cultural aspects, what food choices are safe, and so much more.

This book contains both Hindi words and phrases which will be a useful asset for trips to India. The book also contains conversational Hindi a tourist might find useful, for instance when they are shopping, booking a ticket, at the hotel, dealing with beggars, at the restaurant, and so on. So, if you are traveling to India then this is the book to take with you. Or perhaps you are a student and planning a study trip to India then this book will be useful too.

Planning a trip to India and don't know where to go?Wondering whether you should stay in the city or outside of the city? How about where to shop or what to buy? You definitely don't want to miss seeing the Kedarnath or Badrinath, right?! Discover India right now with this audiobook.

Following are a few brief excerpts from this guide, written by a lifelong resident of Australia. She covers everything you might want to know about this part of Australia - guaranteed! The places to stay, from budget to luxury, rentals to B&Bs; the restaurants, from fast food to the highest quality; the beachwalks and bushwalks; the wildlife and how to see it; exploring the country by air, on water, by bike, and every other way.

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2025 AGE BOOK OF THE YEAR AND 2025 ACT BOOK OF THE YEAR We all grow up with rules. Do this, be this, don't be that. Qin Qin was all about the rules: do your homework, be good, don't rock the boat. She was the model daughter, model student and model minority. But doing...

Is India ready for superpower status or too far behind China to ever catch up? In his career as one of India's leading journalists and entrepreneurs, Raghav Bahl has often faced this question, and many others, from bewildered visitors.

Discover the magic of the Philippines—an unforgettable mix of turquoise waters, white sand beaches, vibrant cities, and warm island culture. Whether you’re exploring Manila’s historic streets, chasing waterfalls in Cebu, or island hopping through Palawan, this guide gives you everything you need to plan the perfect trip

"Tea began as a medicine and grew into a beverage... Teaism is a cult founded on the adoration of the beautiful among the sordid facts of everyday existence... It inculcates purity and harmony, the mystery of mutual charity, the romanticism of the social order. It is essentially a worship of the...

In her most personal book yet, the iconic star of the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo and #1 bestselling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up opens up about the cultural traditions that have inspired her philosophy—and can make our lives better today. “This book...

Now an Academy Award-nominated major motion picture starring Dev Patel, Nicole Kidman and Rooney Mara, this New York Times bestseller and #1 international best-seller tells the miraculous and triumphant story of a young man who rediscovers not only his childhood life and home...but an identity...

This unique book is the first to bring together a group of influential China experts to reflect on their cultural and social encounters while travelling and living in the People’s Republic. Filling an important gap, it allows scholars, journalists, and businesspeople to reflect on their personal memories of China.

Culture shock hits you in ways you never expect. I guess that's why it's so...well, shocking. Living in another country is a fascinating experience. Southern China is absolutely beautiful and Chinese food is figuratively to die for. A native of Minnesota, the transition to mega-city-China was challenging, but it was a challenge which allowed me to grow. It opened my eyes with new experiences, new sights, new sounds, and my hope is that I'm able to share some of that with you in this audiobook.

Fred’s Diary 1981 is a fascinating insight into a young man’s travels around Asia in the early 1980s. This is a unique opportunity to start delving into Fred's daily diary, which details the 158 days he spent traveling around Asia. In this first part of the book, you can follow Fred during his travels to Hong Kong and Thailand.