Culture Adventure

Get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey with the "Adventures Abroad" eBook! A guide tailored around the idea of retiring outside one's homeland, it delves deep into every angle to help you consider if retirement abroad is your ticket to a fulfilling, adventurous life. The book is a repository of invaluable information starting from making that crucial decision of retiring overseas, to planning and transforming your dreams into reality. Discover how to embrace unfamiliar cultures, learn about managing finances in a foreign country, and explore practical tips on navigating foreign ...

Tío Manuel decía que los domingos debían disfrutarse: ¡El desayuno con su periódico, incluso antes de bañarse! Un especial y gran desayuno con una taza de té caliente, En un sillón muy cómodo leyendo su periódico de frente. Pero algo había salido mal: no sabía por qué había sido, Tres meses sin periódico, pensó que ya era algo aburrido.

The plot has been enacted, but there's been a problem. Now dire consequences await the would-be assassins.

Lincoln is happy to be going to Japan as a martial arts exchange student. So is Tony, his barrio brother from San Francisco. They're excited about living in a dojo, or school for martial arts, and practicing the art of kempo. When Lincoln arrives in Japan, he is surprised to find that the dojo is a vacant lot. He will be living on a small farm with the Ono family, whose mother reminds him of his own. The father likes to play practical jokes, and the son, Mitsuo, likes baseball.

Set in 1853 in Japan, this novel follows Yoshi, a Japanese boy who dreams of someday becoming a samurai. Unfortunately, as part of the serving class, Yoshi can never become a warrior. He is taken up by Manjiro, the protagonist of Preus' Heart of a Samurai, and becomes his servant and secret watchdog. Meanwhile, Commodore Matthew Perry and his USS Susquehanna squadron of steamships arrive in Edo Bay....

A land of mountains, hills, and fertile plains, Romania is a tourist destination waiting to be discovered. It is a rich and complex country: a place whose cities are home to beautiful parks and vibrant cultural scenes and whose people welcome guests warmly into their homes, sharing the best of whatever they have and partying into the night, suffused by Latin joie de vivre. Buffeted over time between three great powers - the West, Russia, and Turkey - Romania betrays the cultural influences of each, and it can be a difficult place to get a handle on.

Ronan Boyle may be the youngest and lowliest recruit to the secret Garda, but he’s determined to save his captain from the harpy that dragged her into Tir Na Nog at the end of book one. He may not be the strongest, or the smartest, or the best looking, or the most dexterous...so why was he picked for this mission? He’s not entirely sure. But he may be the captain’s only hope - if he can escape man-eating elves, escape a job in a unicorn’s lounge act, and find the captain before she’s sacrificed to a spooky cult trying to resurrect its leader.

A romance/adventure book set in the rugged landscapes of the American West, particularly around the Lakoona River, during the late 19th century. In "The Wild Lakoona," Tana Rivers, a young woman with a heart full of courage, makes an unforgettable splash when she saves a child from drowning in the treacherous waters of the Lakoona River. Her heroic deed captures the attention of Mark Thompson, a rugged frontiersman, igniting a powerful connection that defies the boundaries of culture and identity. As Tana’s story unfolds, she must navigate the complex tensions of acceptance and belonging ...

A gripping adventure novel set on a deserted island in the South Pacific during the late 19th century. In "Terror and Survival," embark on a journey filled with tension and transformation as Oscar Liam Smith-Jones, a once-privileged intellectual, finds himself marooned on an uncharted island. Stripped of his comfort and security after a harrowing shipwreck, Oscar must confront not only the fierce elements of nature but also the menacing creatures that lurk in the shadows of his new reality. This story is a riveting exploration of resilience, courage, and the indomitable spirit of survival. ...

Welcome to the exciting world of "Hammer of the North" by Bjorn Wolfe, a thrilling tale set in the age of the Vikings. In this captivating novel, you'll be transported to a time of fierce battles, epic adventures, and legendary heroes. From the first page, you'll be drawn into the story of two men, one a Viking warrior and the other a Christian monk, as they navigate a world of clashing cultures and conflicting loyalties. The Hammer of the North tells a tale of love, honor, and the struggle for power, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the frozen north. Whether you're a fan of ...

Peru is a truly magical country with a rich history, natural geography that feels like a canvas, and a people full of surprising diversity. Peru Travel Guide is your gateway to understanding this magical destination, with active guides explaining their country’s history and culture, plus their insider tips for the many ways in which to enjoy the moment.

As any Wren or Softfoot will tell you, a lie works best when it has part of the truth. The Wrens were promised a life better than they had left behind in Kerek City. So they climbed in Ngahuru’s settler wagon and found themselves in the middle of a war. When the Empress of Vikland offers them only a soldier’s pay for a year, they are dismayed. There are no plans to educate them, teach them a trade, or learn to thrive in Vikland. This is their reward for the time and danger spent helping the Viklanders win a path to the sea? But the Wrens have had a lifetime to learn to count only on ...

Red has spent his life trying to avoid a dance with Trouble. When Red was rescued by the great Softfoot Ngahuru and Koanga the Storyteller, he learned life was more than just survival on the streets of Lowertown. As they traveled through Kerek and Matasi, the West Islanders gave him a new name—Zren Janin—and told him of a homeland he had never known: Conrosa. Ngahuru also introduced him to Miyamoto Suki, a diplomat of Vikland trying to reach his own country. When Miya asks him to travel with him and protect him over the bandit infested Northern Track, Zren agrees, in exchange for an ...

It has been two years since Zren Janin was found on the road to Aldi. He has found a family and a place to belong with the Conrosans at Manumina, and now that home is threatened. In desperation, he writes Ngahuru, the great Softfoot of the West Islands. He tells her war has come to Kerek and the Kereki army has tried to burn them out at Manumina. He asks for help to keep his people safe. Instead of a letter in return, Ngahuru comes to Manumina in another maskovesto. She brings her information gatherers and street runners from her time in Kerek City years before. They are tailors and ...

Zren Janin has friends in high places. Through accident and adventure he knows Ngahuru of the West Islands, Miyamoto Suki, a diplomat of Vikland, Bima Ritwik the Softfoot, Solkka Ulani, a man who is more than the son of a coffee farmer, and Vikland’s prolific inventor and firemaster, Chul Swyler. Zren is loyal to those he calls his family at Manumina. He respects the talents of the Wrens, who came to fight for a chance at a better future than Kerek City would offer, and he understands those who just want a place to belong. But not all of them will survive. Some will carry scars that will ...

A journey into the glittering, surreal heart of 21st century Russia: into the lives of Hells Angels convinced they are messiahs, professional killers with the souls of artists, bohemian theatre directors turned Kremlin puppet-masters, supermodel sects, post-modern dictators and oligarch revolutionaries.

Discover the enchanting story of "A New Neighbor," a heartwarming children's book that beautifully illustrates the power of friendship and the beauty of cultural diversity. This captivating tale follows Ellie, a curious and kind-hearted 5-year-old girl, who meets her new neighbor, Karia, a spirited girl from India. As the two girls embark on a journey of discovery, they learn about each other's cultures, traditions, and languages. Through vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling, "A New Neighbor" highlights the importance of acceptance, understanding, and celebrating our unique ...

What secrets lie hidden in the Faith and Church Gallery of the Chaldean Museum? When a group of sixth graders steps into the exhibit, they discover it’s far more than a collection of ancient artifacts—it’s a gateway to the remarkable story of the Chaldean people. As they explore, the gallery hums with questions. How have the Chaldeans, indigenous to Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq), preserved their faith and culture for thousands of years? How did they manage to keep speaking Aramaic—the very language of Jesus—through centuries of change? At the center of the exhibit stands a ...

In The Gutsy Girl, author Caroline Paul emboldens girls to seek out lives of exhilaration. Once a young scaredy-cat herself, Caroline decided that fear got in the way of the life she wanted - of excitement, confidence, self-reliance, friendship, and fun. She has since flown planes, rafted big rivers, climbed tall mountains, and fought fires as one of the first female firefighters in San Francisco.

Meet Bubbles, the travelling cat, as he journeys around the world looking for adventure and excitement. One fateful day, Bubbles introduces Suzi, his human, to his best friend, Matty, a clever mouse. But as Suzi really, really doesn't like mice, she throws Bubbles out of the house, and now he's homeless. Encouraged by other homeless cats, Bubbles decides to travel to London to complain about his treatment to the queen.