My Favorite Travel Books

The list author says:
	"Chatwin's books are never just about travel -- they are about, time, place, culture and  being a human being"

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	"Another masterpiece -- the rhythm of Chatwin's writing takes you to the heart of the Dream Time with his Aboriginal guides and storytellers."

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	"Time Out never fails to give you a straightforward steer"

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	"Wow -- I didn't think it was possible to take a fresh look at this area, but this book really does it. Lots of practical detail plus tons of fun, first hand reportage. Loved it."

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	"Matthiesson's journey into the mountains of Northwestern Nepal in search of the elusive snow leopard is a spiritual journey as well, told in mesmerising prose. This is a life changing book."

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	"The first in Mayle's series of books about Provence,this is the freshest, the funniest and the best."

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	"You don't have to be an athlete or where sandals macrame's out of mueslie to want to don a back pack and take to the hills with this book. Lots of specific and useful information along with good maps"

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	"New York can be overwhelming and this book tells you what you need to know"

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	"A cookbook that reads like a travelogue; full of the author's own sketches and the personalities of the people and places she encountered. Mouthwatering and inspiring."

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	"M.F.K, Fisher uses food and place as a metaphor for life. Her essay "Young Hunger" in this book is one of the best I've ever read."

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	"When I was a student I loved this series, though now I like a little more style and class when I travel."

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	"Very easy to use. I can't wait to go"

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	"Always Useful and accurate"

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	"If you want to feel like an insider in NY, this is the book"