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From vast glaciers to steaming volcanic lakes, experience the land of the midnight sun with Rick Steves. Inside Rick Steves Iceland you'll find:Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Iceland, including the best road tripsRick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the stunning northern lights to hidden hikes and cozy bookstores How to connect with culture: Soak in hidden hot springs, sample smoked fish, and chat with locals in welcoming rural towns Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relaxSelf-guided walking tours of lively Reykjavík and incredible museums as well as mile-by-mile scenic driving toursDetailed maps for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, a historical overview, and helpful Icelandic phrases Over 600 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on Reykjavík, the Reykjanes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, the South Coast, the Westman Islands, West Iceland, the Ring Road, the East Fjords, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Iceland. Expanding your trip? Try Rick Steves Scandinavia or Rick Steves Scandinavian & Northern European Cruise Ports.

This edited book is the second in the book series ¿Managing the Post-Colony¿. The book series is co-edited by Nimruji Jammulamadaka (IIM Calcutta, India) and Gavin Jack (Monash University, Australia). The book series seeks to present cutting-edge, critical, interdisciplinary, and geographically and culturally diverse perspectives on the contemporary nature, experience, and theorisation of managing and organising under conditions of postcoloniality.This book specifically presents voices and perspectives from Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, and The Pacific, locations with shared and distinctive histories and present-day experiences of colonisation and imperialism. Ways of managing, organising, and doing business in these places demonstrate cultural continuity and change in such histories, present sites of postcolonial struggle, and diverse prospects for self-determined future-making. The book explores struggles and prospects of managing in the post-colony through qualitative empirical cases, historical and legal studies, conceptual essays and provocations, and interviews with Indigenous business leaders. It contributes to the ongoing diversification, provincialisation, and decolonisation of management and organisation studies and practice. A strong focus is placed on diverse Indigenous knowledges and experiences, including those of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Pasifika, and M¿ori peoples, and insights into the capacity for Indigenous culture-specific modes of business to offer decolonising futures.

ROOM: A Sketchbook for Analytic Action is a magazine conceived as an agent of community building and transformation. Its innovative and accessible forum brings different perspectives to bear on the complex problems facing us, while inviting greater familiarity with psychoanalysis as an important lens for personal, cultural, and political discourse. ROOM has been publicly recognized by the broader psychoanalytic community for its outstanding content and transformative analytic mission. In 2018, ROOM won the Gradiva(R) Award for New Media Promoting Psychoanalysis and in 2023 was honored with a first place IPA in the Community Award for its "effective and invaluable contribution to culture." ROOM is also member of The Community of Literary Magazines and Presses (CLMP).

This Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) guidebook is ideal for travellers seeking inspirational guides and planning a more extended trip. It provides interesting facts about Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island)'s people, history and culture and detailed coverage of the best places to see. This Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) travel book has the style of an illustrated magazine to inspire you and give a taste of Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island). The book is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet FSC's strict environmental and social standards. This Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) guidebook covers: Santiago, Santiago Excursions, Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, El Norte Chico, El Norte Grande, Juan Fernández Islands, Central Valley, The Lake District, Isla de Chiloé, Aisén, Magallanes.In this Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) travel guidebook, you will find:- Unique essays - country history and culture, and modern-day life, people and politics- Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) highlights - Atacama Desert, Valparaíso's ascensores, Volcán Villarrica, Torres del Paine, Chile's southern fjords, Tierra del Fuego, Palacio de la Moneda, The churches of Chiloé, The Colchagua Wine Valley, Easter Island - Practical travel information - getting there and around, budgeting, eating out, shopping, public holidays, information for LGBTQ+ travellers and more - When to go to Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) - high season, low season, climate information and festivals - Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots- Main attractions & curated places - narrative descriptions of where to go and what to see, covered geographically- Tips and facts - interesting facts about Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) and useful insider tips- High-quality maps of Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) - must-see places cross-referenced to colourful maps for quick orientation- Colour-coded chapters - each place chapter has its own colour assigned to aid easy navigation of this Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) travel guide- Striking pictures - rich, inspirational colour photography on all pages, capturing attractions, nature, people and historical features - Free download of title's eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook to Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) - Fully updated post-COVID-19This Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) guidebook is just the tool you need to get under the skin of the destination and accompany you on your trip. It also makes a great gift because of its premium quality. This book will inspire you and answer all your questions while preparing a trip to Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) or along the way. It will also remain a beautiful souvenir after your trip.

Lonely Planet's Pocket Sydney is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Splash about at Bondi Beach and amble through the Royal Botanic Gardens; all with your trusted travel companion.; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Sydney and make the most of your trip!

Lonely Planet's Pocket Reykjavik & Southwest Iceland is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Marvel at stunning nature, explore a buzzing city and dive into the Blue Lagoon; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Reykjavik & Southwest Iceland and make the most of your trip!

This compact, pocket-sized New Zealand travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to New Zealand without losing time planning. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this New Zealand travel book, you will find:- 18 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way- Itinerary details - each walk or tour starts with pointers on the time taken, distance covered and how to connect it with other itineraries in the book- Best walks and tours in New Zealand for children's activities, extreme sports, food and wine, geothermal activity, history hunting, pampering, watching sports, unbeatable views- Curated recommendations of places - the walks and tours feature all the main attractions and off-the-beaten-track adventures, as well as child-friendly family activities and chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas- Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best localspots- Historical and cultural insights - thematic features highlight New Zealand's unique life and culture- Unique hotel, restaurant and nightlife listings - curated details of where to stay, eat and go out, whatever your interest, for a range of budgets- Practical information - how to get there, how to get around and an A-Z of essential details- Handy mapping - practical maps for each walk and tour, with clearly numbered sights- Free download of the eBook - available after the purchase of the printed guidebook- Coverage includes: Auckland, Northland, The Waikato, Coromandel and the Bay of Plenty, Rotorua and the Volcanic Plateau, Thermal wonders of Rotorua, Poverty Bay and Hawke's Bay, Taranaki, Wanganui and Manawatu, Wellington, Nelson and Marlborough, Christchurch, Canterbury, Queenstown and Otago, Dunedin, Southland, Stewart Island

In Self-Portrait of a Painter, a Triptych Memoirs, journey through the fascinating life of a remarkable woman, born to an Irish mother and Jewish father in the vibrant, working-class neighbourhood of The Rocks in Sydney. From her roots in a Socialist household committed to social justice, she defies convention to become a celebrated portrait artist. This compelling biography traces her life's arc, from her formative years to her education at Art School, from marriage and motherhood to the realization of her artistic ambitions. She paints the faces of diverse subjects - some at odds with her own ideals - yet each becomes a fascinating character study etched onto canvas. As she finds love a second time, her world expands further through international travels, taking her to the esteemed art galleries of Europe. Immerse yourself in a story rich in art, social activism, and personal growth, a tribute to a woman who never wavers in her values while capturing the essence of others. Self-Portrait of a Painter, a Triptych Memoirs is not just an interesting read; it is an exploration of a life passionately lived.

In Memoir - A New Season, Wanting Proof and Get A Life!, journey through the captivating life of Odette, a young woman coming of age in 1960s Napier, New Zealand. Initially enthralled by the era's fashion, Odette finds her priorities quickly shifting when she takes a job as a shorthand typist in an insurance office at seventeen. A once-harmonious workplace transforms into a labyrinth of emotional complexities. Married by the age of twenty-two, Odette steps into a new season of life filled with both trials and triumphs. This memoir is not just a catalogue of challenges she faces, but a testament to her resilience and adaptability. With each new chapter of her life, from her fashion-obsessed teenage years to the demands of marriage, Odette learns invaluable lessons about what truly matters.

This compassionate novel depicts the disrupted lives of Greta and her daughter Lily, forced to abruptly relocate due to the unendurable violent behaviour of Pat, Greta's volatile, alcoholic husband. Their move lands mother and daughter in the rural Australian town of Woodshine - a new beginning offering hope after trauma's storm. Yet forward is the only direction, Lily just five years old. A tranquil childhood shattered, she grapples beyond her years while still cradling stuffed toys at bedtime, seeking security. Greta battles exhaustion from hypervigilance, longing to banish bad dreams. Their refuge in Woodshine brings peace step by step - a gentle landlord, good-hearted townsfolk and possibility breathing optimism into each new day. As Lily plays in grassy meadows under boundless skies, glimmers emerge that broken spirits can mend. While the indelible scars remain, maybe here they can continue writing their story without fear at the helm. Just maybe this move marks the start of budding happiness taking root for not just survival - but life thriving in the sunshine.

Axzis, son of Thela the Swordsmistress and Vasmox the head of the institute of the Paranormal in New Sydney, knows about his Ezskiasian heritage, though he has never been Over There. His rich and varied life as a student and lute player is, however, interrupted when he catches sight of a strange, masked figure on the side walk opposite where he lives. From then on his life takes dramatic turns where he comes face to face with his roots. Lucy, a middle-aged Zealandian academic receives a large sum of money from an unknown source, which prompts her to finally follow her dreams and explore sides of her nature which have remained on hold for most of her life. So, she goes north to the mystical and myth-laden area of the beautiful Hokianga Harbour and the home of the patupaiarehe, fairies of M¿ori mythology. Her historic new home is beautiful. The forest mysterious and compelling. Then, in a strange configuration of trees resembling a tunnel, she comes face to face with something not wholly unexpected...

In 1880, young Meg and her father embark on a perilous journey to Australia, but tragedy strikes when her father falls ill and passes away. Upon reaching Melbourne, Meg is relegated to a harsh life in a workhouse. Months later, she's dispatched to New Zealand for work, only to be swept overboard during a storm near the coast. Miraculously, Meg washes ashore in a secluded cove on New Zealand's West Coast, where she's discovered by a local farmer, Jock, and his wife, Mary Ann. Welcomed into their modest homestead, Meg begins to carve out a new life for herself. As she becomes acquainted with the local community, intriguing truths come to light: her uncanny connection with animals, her blossoming friendship with Gypsy travellers, and whispers of a destiny she's meant to fulfil.

Paul and Sophie are planning the holiday of a lifetime, a month-long road trip in Australia, and when they return, they will finally start making plans for their marriage. Then one day a man, Larsen, turns up at Sophie's work. He is from the company's Swedish office and needs her help with legal issues. They work together and he seems to know exactly what a woman wants, making her question her relationship with her fiancé. Paul meets Marty, a complete stranger, but who seems like a combination of every friend he has ever had. Paul finds himself talking to Marty about deeply personal issues and they bond over similar highly emotional experiences. Then Marty introduces Paul to a world that he never knew existed; a world of willing women, a world where his every desire would be fulfilled.

Each stage in a person's life comes with different thoughts and feelings about life. For instance, it's often thought that the impressionability and sometimes impulsiveness of youth gives way to the sober reflections of mature age. Poetry is the perfect medium for capturing the evocations of different stages. The 'journey' of artists may also be evident in how well they have learned their craft, whether it be in music, art or literature. This book is a selection of the author's work over a period of thirty years that reflects this two-fold journey.

Immerse yourself in the evocative world of "Contemporary Verse Anthology," a meticulously curated collection that transcends the boundaries of conventional poetic expression. This anthology stands as a testament to the vibrant and diverse voices shaping modern poetry, making it an indispensable addition to the literary landscape.Crafted for the modern reader seeking an exploration of cutting-edge poetic forms, this collection brings together a tapestry of emotions, perspectives, and artistic innovation. It is more than a mere anthology; it is a journey through the evolving landscape of contemporary verse, where words become a powerful conduit for introspection, connection, and societal reflection.Key Features:1. **Diverse Voices:** Explore the rich tapestry of contemporary voices, ranging from emerging poets to established wordsmiths, offering a kaleidoscope of perspectives.2. **Innovative Forms:** Delve into cutting-edge poetic forms and styles that challenge traditional norms, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.3. **Relevant Themes:** Engage with themes that resonate with the complexities of modern existence, from identity and technology to social justice and the human experience.4. **Poetry for the Modern Reader:** Tailored for the reader who seeks a dynamic and relevant poetic experience, this anthology captures the essence of the contemporary literary landscape.5. **Artistic Exploration:** Witness the convergence of art and language as poets experiment with form, structure, and language to create a visceral and thought-provoking experience."Contemporary Verse Anthology" transcends the ordinary, inviting readers to explore the intersection of language and emotion in a way that is both current and timeless. Whether you are a seasoned poetry enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of verse, this anthology beckons you to embark on a literary journey that reflects the pulse of our ever-changing world.Are you ready to experience poetry that speaks to the complexities of the present moment? Open the pages of "Contemporary Verse Anthology" and immerse yourself in a collection that captures the spirit of modern poetic expression¿a celebration of words, emotions, and the enduring power of verse.

Bienvenido a "LIBRO DE RECETAS DE SABORES TROPICALES DE FIJI". Fiji, una joya en el corazón del Pacífico Sur, no sólo cuenta con una impresionante belleza natural sino también con una rica y diversa tradición culinaria que refleja la vibrante cultura e historia de las islas. En las siguientes páginas, lo invitamos a embarcarse en una aventura gastronómica, explorando la fusión única de sabores que definen la cocina de Fiji. Desde las costas de Viti Levu hasta las remotas aldeas de Vanua Levu, la cocina de Fiji es un reflejo de la diversidad cultural de la nación, con mariscos frescos, frutas tropicales, especias aromáticas y métodos de cocina tradicionales como el lovo, el horno de tierra. Este libro de cocina es la clave para descubrir los secretos de la cocina de Fiji, ya sea un chef experimentado o un cocinero casero entusiasta. Juntos, profundizaremos en el corazón de las tradiciones culinarias de Fiji, descubriremos recetas familiares preciadas y las adaptaremos a su propia cocina. Entonces, tome sus ingredientes, abrace las vibraciones tropicales y comencemos este sabroso viaje a través de los sabores de Fiji.

This book explores the issue of salinization in the context of contemporary conflicts about irrigation, water, and the environment in Australia, considering the Murray-Darling Basin in particular. It provides an environmental and social history charting the transformation of rural communities in the basin through the salinization of soils and water. Focusing on the Goulburn-Murray Irrigation district in the southwest of the Murray-Darling basin ¿ the largest irrigation district in Australia ¿ it explores the history of state-directed, large-scale engineering in the district, where the environment has been altered dramatically to facilitate white agricultural settlement inland. Changes to the landscape led to extensive salinization, however ¿ a significant environmental threat in Australia. This book traces the impact of these changes on rural communities, taking a ¿bottom-up¿ approach, highlighting the connections between environmental, social, and political change. It provides animportant reflection on the importance of environmental history for facing the challenges posed by anthropogenic climate change.

John Moore and his wife, Margaret Moore (née Considine), were early European pioneers who settled in around 1843 in the North East of what was then known as the Port Phillip District of the Colony of New South Wales and is now the State of Victoria. Like the great majority of their fellow settlers, neither John nor Margaret was born in Australia.John Moore was born in Woodchurch, Kent in 1816. He emigrated from England to New South Wales in 1838 when 22 years of age. In contrast, Margaret Considine was born at Sixmilebridge, County Clare in about 1818. She first arrived from Ireland in New South Wales in 1836 aged 18 years old.Both John and Margaret came from poor rural stock. The prospect of a better life in Australia was no doubt the prime motivation for each to independently migrate across the world to New South Wales.

Adapting Oceans: A Five-Decade Study of Narragansett Bay's Marine LifeDive into the depths of Narragansett Bay's evolving marine ecosystem with "Adapting Oceans," a compelling and meticulously researched exploration of the University of Rhode Island Graduate School of Oceanography Fish trawl survey. This book provides a unique and invaluable weekly time series spanning over five decades (1959-present), offering a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic changes in fish and invertebrate abundances.Key Features:Why "Adapting Oceans"?Embark on a journey through time and tide with "Adapting Oceans," a captivating narrative that unveils the intricate dance of life in Narragansett Bay's ever-changing waters.

'Herein, we find poetry replete with eloquence and imagination, with the ages and stages of life, of dreamtime and daytime, heartache and humour. Within this book, we find the work of an artist who loves words, a writer who is in love with Creation itself. Each poem has a sense of story. Each one throbs with life being lived - the deep steady rhythm of our lives going on despite all, the ability of poetry to create light out of darkness, joy out of sorrow. Deep wisdom flows within each poem. Words are stitched like silken threads, to mend you, woven together to enfold you in the world of the poet and her poetry.' - Oriel Parker

Petra White is a distinctive voice in Australian poetry. That Galloping Horse is her sixth collection, and the first to introduce her to UK readers. Written while living in Melbourne, London and Berlin between 2017 and 2023, this new collection includes 13 elegies that mediate a spiritual anguish through a delight in language and the physical world. White's characteristic, often dark playfulness is also abundant in this collection, with short mysterious lyrics that build layers of irony, and raw narratives that traverse the Nullarbor Highway and the atomic cloud of Maralinga. In its flexible and changeable styles, That Galloping Horse catches many thematic concerns, including proximity to the Ukraine War, domestic life in the reality of planetary demise, the strangeness of post-pandemic Berlin, modern work, marriage and the possibilities of familial love.Comments on previous collections:"This is a very accomplished and very complex first book by a poet who can be said to be, already, of considerable importance." -Martin Duwell, Australian Poetry Review, on The Incoming Tide"Among our poets, I was moved by Petra White with the intense inwardness attained in her near-collected A Hunger." -Chris Wallace-Crabbe, The Sydney Morning Herald, Books of the Year 2015"'How the Temple was Built' is not an easy poem to describe. Suffice to say that it has something in common with Arthur Boyd's biblical paintings and, arguably, with Ted Hughes's book-length poem Crow... it is satisfyingly physical and meta-physical at the same time." -Geoff Page, The Australian, on Reading for a Quiet Morning "Petra White's 'Ode on the End' is hectically imperilled - 'He gives/you the necks of your enemies/(fear must have foes)./He draws up a battle/where perhaps there was only a soul'. Her work is often Rilkean internal interrogation, with emphatic alliteration, but there are also finely executed portraits such as 'Older Sister' - 'chore-hungry and chore-fed ... Her fingers fly, her eyes are stone'. -Gig Ryan, The Sydney Morning Herald, on Thirty Australian Poets

Redreaming the Renaissance offers twelve essays that build on the pathbreaking work of Guido Ruggiero in blending history and literature. Within this volume, contributors take interdisciplinary approaches to examining not only belles lettres but also other forms of artful expression, bringing their fields into conversation and reflecting on the methodology needed to sustain and enrich this conversation.

"With tenderness and with a true poet's eye, Gaetano Aiello brings the streets and parklands and beaches of his native Adelaide to shimmering, sometimes phantasmagorical life. The title poem, 'The Underside of Bark,' is a meditation - gripping, hallucinatory, profound - on Australian and South Australian identity, a true dreaming." - JM Coetzee

Die Mikroregion Orituco und ihr wichtigstes städtisches Zentrum Altagracia liegen zwischen der Master Row und der Hochebene im zentralen Bereich Venezuelas. Es ist nicht gerade ein hochgelegenes Gebiet, aber es ist auch kein flaches Gebiet, es ist eine georäumliche, produktive, Straßen-, Dialekt-Mischung und das ist seine Bevölkerung. Wirtschaft, Straßen, Gesellschaft, Kultur und touristische Manifestationen, bei denen die Symbiose der Ureinwohner, der aus Europa, Afrika und den jüngsten Wellen navigierten Völker entsteht. Kurz gesagt, es geht um eine Einheit in der Vielfalt, nämlich die Region Orituqueña.