Southeast Asia category: 1948 books

Young Scott witnesses where Spanish conquerors first landed in the country, and marvels at the first gifts they gave. He weaves baskets from coconut leaves, goes on a carabao ride, and soars into the sky in a parasail. Join Scott in his exploration of the capital city of the Visayas in the Philippines. Full-color illustrated pages, parallel English and Filipino texts.

Young Scott ventures near young and old crocodiles, and hopes that the Philippine Eagle will soon give birth. He samples pomelo and bananas, and falls in love with durian at the first bite. He also finds a slice of paradise at Eden Nature Park. Join Scott in his exploration of the capital city of...

Thai takeout meets authentic, regional flavors in this collection of 100 recipes for easy, economical, and accessible Thai classics--from the rising star behind the blog She Simmers. Who can say no to a delicious plate of Pad Thai with Shrimp; a fresh, tangy Green Papaya Salad; golden Fried...

CultureShock! Bangkok is your all-in-one guide to navigating and living in Thailand’s vibrant capital. Learn how to get around the city quickly and safely by motorcycle taxi, how to order the tastiest street food, and how to behave with respect to Thai manners and beliefs. Join in the local celebrations...

From Sumatra to East Timor and beyond, An Empire of the East is a fascinating look at a rapidly changing island nation In An Empire of the East, renowned travel essayist Norman Lewis takes readers to Indonesia, where some thirteen thousand islands in the South Pacific are each colored with...

Among the 600 foreigners jailed in the 'Bangkok Hilton', one man resolves to do what no other has done: Escape. This is the true story of drug smuggler David McMillan’s perilous break-out from Thailand’s most notorious prison. After more than a year in prison and two weeks before a near-certain death sentence, McMillan escapes, never to be seen in Thailand again.

Tips and Advice on Taking the Train Between Saigon and Hanoi in Vietnam. Vietnam is a magnificent country. There is so much to see in Vietnam, that to see it all will require months of traveling around the country. For those that want to see a bit more about the country but have limited time,...

Miss Bangkok is a vivid, powerful and moving memoir of a life spent in prostitution in Thailand. Poor and uneducated, Bua Boonmee escaped an abusive marriage only to end up in the go-go bars of Patpong. There, in the notorious red-light district of Bangkok, she succumbed to prostitution in an effort...

Where to buy in Siem Reap Shopping in Siem Reap is your passport to discovering the best shop to buy from in Siem Reap. With the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what shop or market sells what, you will be able to get what you want a lot easier. Know where to get cheap households goods,...

Discover The Amazing Angkor Wat Temple With 37 Images Get an introductory to this magnificent temple and know what to expect on your Angkor Wat visit. The jungle floor gives way to your every step, as you plunge deeper into the overgrowth. A path, worn rough by thousands before you, guides...

Thailand Travel Guide - Tiki Travel The Tiki Travel guides use the text from WikiTravel.org, a complete and reliable worldwide travel guide written and edited by Wikitravellers from around the globe. An active table of contents enables users to jump directly to the section selected....

Discover the famous Preah Vihear Temple and marvel at its beauty with 23 pictures in this instructional guide book. Get an excellent idea of what to expect when visiting the temple, and how to get there. Preah Vihear temple is a mountain temple, on a 525m cliff, on the Dongrak Mountains,...

From one of the most respected authorities on Thai cooking comes this beautiful and deeply personal ode to Bangkok, the top-ranked travel destination in the world. Every year, more than 16 million visitors flock to Thailand’s capital city, and leave transfixed by the vibrant culture and unforgettable...

Thailand and its infinite pleasures, including its greatest contribution to world civilization: the Sandwich Massage; Indonesian women who defy their padlocks and take turns with their customers; Vietnamese women who give free samples of "baby massage"--the baby being their customers' erect...