100 Wonders of the World

100 Wonders of the World
Author: Michael Hoffman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2007-07
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781405494779

The Modern And Fresh Layout Of '100 Wonders' Uses Excellent Photography And A Map For Each Entry To Discover The Most Interesting And Beautiful Places In The World. Packed With Facts, Files, History, And Stories Covering Natural Wonders And Stunning Archi

Indonesia

Indonesia
Author: Ministry of Culture and Tourism (Indonesia).
Publisher:
Total Pages: 53
Release: 200?
Genre:
ISBN:

Indonesia: Islands of the Imagination

Indonesia: Islands of the Imagination
Author: Michael Vatikiotis
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2012-11-27
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1462909248

This beautifully photographed travel pictorial captures the people, art, architecture, food and landscapes of the the Indonesian Archipelago. Indonesia's stunning beauty and diversity is captured by Indonesia Islands of the Imagination with the help of National Geographic Photographer Jill Gocher's striking and intuitive images and insightful essays penned by Michael Vatikiotis. For the first time visitor, the frequent traveler, or the complete stranger, this book offers a fascinating illustrated introduction to Indonesia's wondrous complexity. For the armchair traveler in each of us comes Indonesia Islands of the Imagination. Featuring over 140 full-color photos showcasing breathtaking scenery from Bali to New Guinea and everywhere in between, this book is a remarkable photographic chronicle of the world's largest archipelago. From the famous tropical island of Bali, to the bustling capital city of Jakarta, and outer islands like Sumatra and Sulawesi that are steeped in ancient tribal lore and traditions, Indonesia Islands of the Imagination paints an exquisite portrait of Indonesia's fascinating peoples and places.

Archipelago

Archipelago
Author: Gavan Daws
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 288
Release: 1999
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780520215764

From the 19th-century discoveries of Alfred Russell Wallace to the fate of forests and reefs in the 21st century, examine the beauty and grace of Indonesian Islands. 211 color illustrations. Maps, photos & line drawings.

Indonesia, Etc.: Exploring the Improbable Nation

Indonesia, Etc.: Exploring the Improbable Nation
Author: Elizabeth Pisani
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2014-06-23
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0393244288

"A spectacular achievement and one of the very best travel books I have read." —Simon Winchester, Wall Street Journal Declaring independence in 1945, Indonesia said it would "work out the details of the transfer of power etc. as soon as possible." With over 300 ethnic groups spread across over 13,500 islands, the world’s fourth most populous nation has been working on that "etc." ever since. Author Elizabeth Pisani traveled 26,000 miles in search of the links that bind this disparate nation.