Southeast category: 2400 books

A “vividly detailed” memoir of traveling to the formerly forbidden country and exploring life and culture in Hanoi (Kirkus Reviews). For years after the Vietnam War, Americans were unable to visit the country, so once tourist visas became available, young Dana Sachs eagerly applied. Born...

*Includes over 25 pictures*Includes a Table of Contents*Includes directions for certain parts of some of Thailand's cities. Imagine a place where you can see Buddhist temples, ride elephants, and observe monks during the day, then visit markets, Western style bars, or take cooking classes at your hotel...

On 9 August 2015, Singapore celebrated its 50th year of national independence, a milestone for the nation as it has overcome major economic, social, cultural and political challenges in a short period of time. Whilst this was a celebratory event to acknowledge the role of the People’s Action Party...

How do class, ethnicity, gender, and politics interact? In what ways do they constitute everyday life among ethnic minorities? In "Getting By," Donald M. Nonini draws on three decades of research in the region of Penang state in northern West Malaysia, mainly in the city of Bukit Mertajam, to provide...

Mongolia Environmental, Mongolia Ethnic and Linguistic Groups, Mongolia culture, Mongolia Economy, Mongolia Government StructureArchaeological evidence places early Stone Age human habitation in the southern Gobi between 100,000 and 200,000 years ago. By the first millennium B.C., bronze-working peoples...

Based on the lighter side of life in Thailand. The theme of Siam Smile/s is the more you can see the funny side of life, the better. The plethora of anecdotes will hopefully lead to a better understanding of this Southeast Asian country. Explains many 'Thai secrets'. 

In terms of your place in the world, it is your actions that define you. Everymoment of your life you are always, necessarily doing something. And sothe question is – why do you do what you do?  A young man travels on a one-way ticket to South East Asia in search of freedom and everything...

Confusing Thai language? This little book will help you get by in Thailand Explains important phrases you always hear All you need to know to keep going.

An easy-to-use phrasebook, vocabulary and dictionary reference for anyone interested in learning Thai or just getting down the basics in a wide array of situations: Problems, Numbers, Emergencies, Time, Days, Months, Color, Getting Around, Eating, Drinking, Shopping, Accommodation, and even more. Perfect for beginners. Ideal for travelers.

Hike along one of Asia’s most stunning volcano chains before spending a relaxing evening at one of the nearby hill resorts. Visit one of the world’s great Buddhist monuments, the Borobudur, and prepared to be overwhelmed by the size of this giant pyramid-like shrine adorned with over 500 Buddha...

Sources of Vietnamese Tradition provides an essential guide to two thousand years of Vietnamese history and a comprehensive overview of the society and state of Vietnam. Strategic selections illuminate key figures, issues, and events while building a thematic portrait of the country's developing territory,...

This is a personal story of my 28 days spent in Myanmar in 2013. It is a story of troubled bus rides, dusty journeys, long boat tours, preschools on stilts, ancient pagodas, tea houses, fresh noodles, and the people I met along the way. It is a story of my travels with my husband of 11 years. It is...

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More than 1,000 key words & important phrases Includes chapters on: Thai Food & Eating Out Doctor, Dentist, Hospital & Emergency Sightseeing, Shopping & Traveling Money, Post Office & Police Station Numbers, Days & Date Weather, Leisure & Sport