Christopher Paul Baker is een vooraanstaand reisauteur en fotograaf wiens werk zich voornamelijk richt op het Caribisch gebied en Midden-Amerika. Zijn schrijven wordt gekenmerkt door diepgaande verkenningen van bestemmingen en een rijke verhalende stijl. Baker biedt lezers diepgaande inzichten in de cultuur, geschiedenis en natuur van de plaatsen die hij bezoekt, waarbij hij vaak de nadruk legt op authentieke ervaringen en minder bekende aspecten van reizen. Zijn literaire reisverhalen en fotografische werken bieden boeiende verhalen en visuele ervaringen die lezers inspireren om de wereld te ontdekken.
The National Geographic Traveler guidebooks are in tune with the ever growing trend toward experiential travel, providing inspiring photography, insider tips, and expert advice for a more authentic, enriching experience of the destination. The guides are aimed at active, discerning travelers who seek information, historical context, and cultural interpretation not available online.
Professional travel writer Christopher P. Baker shares his insider tips and secrets on the best Costa Rica has to offer
Accompanies an exhibition which was held in January 2017 in the National Gallery of Scotland, and is a revised edition of the original version produced in 2006.
Visitors to Cuba discover a sensual, sometimes surreal island country in this essential guide.
Offers descriptions and travel tips to such natural environments as the Himalayan Mountains, Ngoronongoro Crater, and Tasmanian wilderness, and provides information on conservation and ecological issues.
Lonely Planet's guide to Jamaica details the island's lesser-known destinations along the southern and eastern coasts and the mountainous central highlands. of color photos. 30 maps.
The narrative explores Chuck Stevens' internal conflict as he grapples with the fallout from a terrorist attack on U.S. nuclear power plants. Initially fueled by patriotic outrage, Chuck's perspective shifts as he uncovers the alarming actions of his own government, which he perceives as a greater threat to liberty. This moral dilemma forces him to choose between loyalty to his country and the fight against governmental overreach that jeopardizes his life and values.
The book explores the detrimental effects of stress on health, highlighting how stressful situations trigger the release of harmful chemicals in the brain. This biological response can weaken the immune system, increasing vulnerability to illness and disease. It emphasizes the importance of managing stress to maintain overall well-being and prevent serious health consequences.
Explore the life of an extraordinary 18th-century artist whose work shaped societal perceptions through striking portraits. Delve into the unique encounters and experiences that influenced his art, revealing a vivid picture of the era and the people within it. This book uncovers the legacy of a master whose talent remains largely unrecognized, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal time in art history.