Southeast Asia category: 1948 books

For Indonesia, the world's most populous Muslim country, the years 2000-2002 were characterized by a painful and rocky transition to democracy, as well as by the difficult aftermath of 9/11. For Marta Hoilman, living in Jakarta during this time not only meant dealing with the ramifications of such...

The ancient and mysterious ruins of Cambodia have long captured the imagination of visitors, more so now than ever before. In Destination Cambodia, Walter Mason charts an affectionate, intimate and deeply personal look at a Kingdom that has drawn him back again and again since his youth. Whether...

Through a collection of letters written to his best friend and to his father in England, and from his own personal diary entries, John Dodd’s memoir offers a fascinating and amusing glimpse of life as a colonial rubber planter. With true stories and confessions that would make even Somerset Maugham...

Young Scott relives heritage and history at the Intramuros Light and Sound, Bahay Tsinoy and Ayala Museums. He feasts like royalty on signature Pinoy dishes. With Manila as base, he visits tranquil Tagaytay and memorable Corregidor. Join Scott in his exploration of the capital and most densely populated...

Isaan. Northeast Thailand. The furthest reaches of Old Siam. No coastline; no glistening lengths of powdery white sand; no Pad Thai-obsessed tourists; no touts; no taxis; no beggars; no hedonistic nights of extreme debauchery. Nothing. Just a whole lot of jungle. During a visit to Bangkok, I once...

This lively collection of vignettes, pithy essays, profiles, humorous anecdotes and travel tales shares the experience of a seasoned American writer, traveler, and teacher who spent a year as a guest lecturer at a university in Chiang Mai, Thailand. It offers an entertaining and enlightening read for anyone who loves exploring other countries and cultures. A gem of a travel memoir! 

Lonely Planet: The world’s number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet’s Cambodia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Watch the sun rise over the magnificent temples of Angkor, hit boho bars in Phnom...

Singapore/Malaya, 1892: When a dead American is found floating in Rochor Canal, Chief Detective Inspector David Hawksworth begins an investigation that quickly leads into a labyrinth of deceit and violence in the polyglot steamcooker of turnofthecentury Singapore. As Chinese gangs verge on open turf...

Sal Chong is in a world of hurt living with his future ex-wife in San Jose California. His life is in a rut and he's desperate for a change. He discovers that his friends Tyrone, Veejay and Kato are planning a junket to Thailand and finagles himself an invitation to what will be a landmark and life-changing...

This tropical design book showcases the innovative interior designs and architecture of The Philippines most luxurious homes. Start with a warm tropical climate. Add an abundance of exotic natural building material. And then let the cross currents of Asian design and aesthetics create a rich...

Full of stunning photography, this travel pictorial and Philippines guidebook captures the soul of a tropical island nation. The Philippines: Islands of Enchantment captures all the marvels and excitement found throughout the 7000-island archipelago. Beautiful photographs by award-winning photographer...

Getting to Know Phucket Thailand’s top tropical island in the Andaman Sea has been voted Best in the World as a holiday destination over many years and in many magazines. The beaches have drawn awards after awards from the travelling public who see Phuket as the ideal place to enjoy a...

Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Ko Samui, an island in the Gulf of Thailand, some 700km south of Bangkok and about 80km from the eastern coastline of Southern Thailand. An island of great natural beauty and variety, Ko Samui is home to about 40,000 full-time inhabitants, 90%...

Traveler’s Paradise: Travel Guide for Southern Thailand (Phuket & Krabi) Every Traveler’s Dream Destination Do you dream of relaxing under the sun on white virgin beaches? Trying exotic cuisine and going on a spiritual journey? Then Phuket and Krabi are ideal for you! These...