An unputdownable assortment of facts and quotes, anecdotes and tall tales about the history and mystery of international travel. No need to move from the comfort of your armchair in order to find out when the first passport was granted (in 1414!), in which country it is considered extremely rude to sit with the soles of your feet facing your companions, how to say hello in twenty different languages, which pilgrim route has a scallop shell as its symbol, how to master the Japanese art of packing a rucksack and which cities to avoid if you don't want to experience an earthquake.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1861057733
ISBN13:9781861057730
Release Date:August 2004
Publisher:Protico
Length:159 Pages
Weight:0.55 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 4.6" x 7.7"
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Education & Reference General Puzzles & Games Reference Textbooks Travel Travel Writing Trivia WritingCustomer Reviews
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Far and wide
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
A book to dip into for useful world-wide facts and information no-one but a quiz addict needs. There are green and cultural tips, quotes, brain teasers, statistics, lists etc. A good bedside book.
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