- Paperback: 496 pages
- Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides; 8 edition (28 Oct 2004)
- Language French
- ISBN-10: 1841621048
- ISBN-13: 978-1841621043
- Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 13.4 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
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- #19 in Books > Travel & Holiday > Countries & Regions > Africa > Madagascar & Comoros
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“Indispensable” The Sunday Telegraph 'Hilary Bradt ... loves Madagascar and has been back there more times than to anywhere else.' Adventure Travel Magazine
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Combining the author's unparalleled knowledge of the country - the product of almost 30 visits in as many years - with contributions from nearly 50 experts and countless travellers, this is the guide to Madagascar. Close to 60 maps (all completely revised and updated for this edition), 15 illustrations and 24 pages of colour photographs bring Madagascar to life on the page. Those who are planning a trip will find this an invaluable companion; and those who aren't will soon find themselves wanting to visit this intriguing and unique island.
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book on the recommendation of the voluntary organization I was going to work for in Madagascar. It was extremely helpful with regard to cultural differences, what life was like there etc, and definitely eased the transition. It was highly informative, and provided information which other guide books did not include-sometimes strange, or funny, but always interesting and full of useful advice. Madagascar is unique in so many ways, and this guide book has captured the soul of this beautiful, friendly island. It is obvious that Hilary Bradt loves Madagascar, and has visited on numerous occasions, always going off the well-worn tourist route to find something interesting and different. Even French tourists, who make up the majority of the tourists in this country found this guide far superior to any French guide book. Other guide books could learn from this authors distinctive approach to travel writing. Don't visit Madagascar without it!
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The Bradt guide to Madagascar is absolutely indispensible. Having travelled in that country on three occasions now, I simply cannot imagine how I would survive without it. No other Madagascar guide book that I have seen (in English or in French) comes close to this one in the level of detail and accuracy provided or the wealth of useful and interesting information. My favourite aspect of this book is that it puts your travels into cultural and historical context and thereby brings a whole new dimension to the experience. Madagascar is a fascinating - and often bizarre - place, so the explanations in this guide are particularly handy to those of us who are not already knowledgable about the local culture, wildlife, history, etc.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I just got back from Madagascar... this guide was awesome... There is so much information on the animals especially, and the places to see them (which is why I went there mainly) but even if you're not interested in lemurs and chameleons this book is packed with info on the history and culture and everything else (Hilary Bradt has a really readable style too - it's not dry like most guide books) plus loads of maps and photos as well.
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Madagascar
I bought this book on Madagascar because I plan to go there next year and it tells me all I need to know. Wish there were a few more photos of the countryside and animals though.
Published 16 days ago by Mary A. Dearlove
Great book about an amazing place
I read some parts of this book online before purchasing it and was quickly convinced that it is a really interesting read. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Busy mum
THE gude for Madagascar
A well written guide to the most remarkable island anywhere. Liked the book, loved the country and would like to go back to look at the north of the island as well as the south... Read more
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Great book. Gives lots of useful information and back up. We went on a guided trip with Exodus but the guide couldnt always give all the info needed or explain it quite right. Read more
Published 8 months ago by ChickenGirl
Move over LP - there's a better guide in town!
For years I've been looking for something that would replace Lonely Planet. (The guides are good but the company is awful to their writers, so I'd like to support a better... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mercedes von Uppity
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Published 8 months ago by Buttercup
Excellent
I read this cover to cover befire leaving and then constantly referred to it during the 4 week visit.
It enriched the trip to Madagascar so much. Read more
It enriched the trip to Madagascar so much. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Happles
Pleasant read and informative
Great mix of maps, information and nice to read background stories. Haven't been to Madagascar yet, but it seems like a good starting point!
Published 11 months ago by Arne Kuilman
The ultimate guide
Well written and very informative written in part by Derek of Raindow Holidays. Had I realised that he was so knowledgable I would have booked my holiday through him. Read more
Published 13 months ago by adopter
Easily the best guide to Madagascar!
Well, there are only 2 English-language travel guides to the country around.
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