Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist audiobook is for you. Greater Than a Tourist - Karachi Sindh Pakistan, by Maham Arsalan, offers the inside scoop on Karachi.Most travel guides tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination. You will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay. This audiobook will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge from a local that you may not find in other smaller travel guides. Travel like a local. Slow down, stay in one place, and get to know the people and the culture. By the time you finish this audiobook, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination. Read more

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist book is for you. Greater Than a Tourist - Lahore, Pakistan by Shehr Naz Ashraf offers the inside scoop on Lahore. Most travel books tell you how to sightsee. Although there's nothing wrong with that, as a part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this book will give you tips from someone who lives at this travel destination. You'll discover local advice that will help you throughout your trip.Travel like a local. Slow down and get to know the people and the culture of a place. By the time you finish this book, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your destination. Read more

Dive into the vibrant tapestry of Pakistan with our captivating new book, “Pakistan: Everything You Need to Know.” In this text-only journey, readers will embark on an enlightening exploration of Pakistan's rich heritage, from ancient civilizations to modern-day challenges and triumphs. From the majestic mountains of the Himalayas to the bustling streets of Karachi, each chapter offers a deep dive into Pakistan's geography, culture, history, and society.Discover the fascinating history of Pakistan, from its ancient Indus Valley roots to the grandeur of the Mughal Empire and the struggle for independence from colonial rule. Learn about the country's diverse cultural traditions, including its vibrant festivals, mouthwatering cuisine, and intricate arts and crafts. Delve into the complexities of modern-day Pakistan, from its political landscape to its economic challenges, social dynamics, and environmental concerns. Gain insights into the resilience of the Pakistani people as they navigate through adversity with courage and determination.Whether you're a history enthusiast, a culture buff, or simply curious about the world around you, “Pakistan: Everything You Need to Know” offers a compelling journey that will leave you enlightened and inspired. This text-only book is a must-have addition to any library. Immerse yourself in the beauty and complexity of Pakistan without leaving the comfort of your home. Order your copy today and embark on an unforgettable journey through one of the world's most fascinating countries. Read more

From the ever-intriguing and appealing actress Angelina Jolie comes the personal journals she compiled while performing humanitarian relief efforts in such countries as Sierra Leone and Tanzania, Pakistan and Cambodia.Three years ago, award-winning actress Angelina Jolie took on a radically different role as a Goodwill Ambassador for the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Here are her memoirs from her journeys to Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Pakistan, Cambodia, and Ecuador, where she lived and worked and gave her heart to those who suffer the world's most shattering violence and victimization. Here are her revelations of joy and warmth amid utter destitution...compelling snapshots of courageous and inspiring people for whom survival is their daily work - and candid notes from a unique pilgrimage that completely changed the actress's worldview - and the world within herself. Read more

In 1962, Irene Aylworth Douglass's husband burst in the door with incredible news. His company had won a bid to build Mangla Dam … in West Pakistan! This would be the world's largest compacted earth dam, in a remote location far from the source of supply. With images of exotic locales and visions of travel in her head, Irene welcomed the opportunity to embark on an adventure.Nothing could have prepared her for the reality of life in Pakistan. Most of the women covered themselves with burqas and did not appear in public. Male superiority and male dominance were so ingrained that Irene couldn't discipline her two-year-old son without repercussions. Children begged in the street while those who needed a servant class to maintain their lifestyle opposed universal education. And yet, despite the clash of cultures, Irene was overwhelmed by the warmth, friendship, and hospitality of the individuals she and her family encountered.An American Woman in Pakistan: Memories of Mangla Dam is a fascinating account that takes us behind the veil of an enigmatic, complex society.About the AuthorIrene Aylworth Douglass enjoyed a thirty-year career in real estate and is now following her life-long desire to write from her home in Northern California. She also loves music, singing in a choral music group, and traveling. Read more

One winter, Dervla Murphy, the four-footed Hallam and her six-year-old daughter Rachel explored `Little Tibet' high up in the Karakoram Mountains in the frozen heart of the Western Himalayas - on the Pakistan side of the disputed border with Kashmir. For three months they traveled along the perilous Indus Gorge and into nearby valleys. Even when beset by crumbling tracks over bottomless chasms, an assault by a lascivious dashniri, the unnerving melancholy of the Balts - the heroic highland farmers who inhabit the area - and Rachel's continual probing questions, this formidable traveler retained her enthusiasm for her surroundings and her sense of humor. First published in 1977, Where the Indus is Young is pure Murphy. Read more

The waters that surround Seychelles are home to over 1,000 species of fish and 300 species of coral. The islands are visited by giant Whale Sharks and Manta Rays, and are home to the critically endangered Hawksbill and Green Turtles. Its warm tropical waters and coral reefs teeming with fish mean that Seychelles is a popular diving destination. This lavishly illustrated book showcases the extraordinary marine environment of Seychelles’ islands. The diverse marine habitats, including coral reefs, granite seascapes, mangroves and seagrass beds, are home to vibrant communities of marine fauna and flora. Underwater Eden encapsulates the wonder of Seychelles’ seas and highlights the creatures that call them home. With the effects of climate change becoming increasingly apparent throughout the world’s oceans, the authors’ stunning photographs capture the beauty of Seychelles waters while they are still vibrant and relatively undisturbed. Chapters on ecosystems, turtles, fishes, Marine Protected Areas and conservation describe and illustrate the marvels of this underwater world. Read more

CLICK HERE to download a sample from The Last Step* A mountaineering classic* Conflict, hardship, endurance, triumph -- it's all here in Ridgeway's extraordinary story In September 1978, Rick Ridgeway, Jim Wickwire, Lou Reichardt and John Roskelley stood atop K2, the first Americans ever to achieve this victory. Under the leadership of Jim Whittaker, they and their teammates had spent 67 days on the mountain, nearly all of them above 18,000 feet, where the stresses of high-altitude living, of monotonous food, of confinement in tiny tents for day after day of frustrating storms had worn them down to the core.The Last Step is Rick Ridgeway's inside story of this extraordinary expedition. It's about the people who, battered by the mountain and their isolation, overcame their individual fears, desire, and disappointments to work together to get somebodyñanybodyñto the top of K2. It's about the glorious success the team achieved, and about the perilous bivouac Jim Wickwire spent just below the summit without food, oxygen or shelter in temperatures of -40F. Read more

Did you know that Pakistan boasts the world's second-highest peak, K2? Standing tall at 8,611 meters (28,251 feet), this majestic mountain is a magnet for adventurous climbers from around the globe, offering a thrilling challenge and stunning vistas of the surrounding Karakoram Range.If this topic interests you and your little one then get ready for some fun and giggles.It is hard to find the time to teach your child about the world around them. Luckily, in 50 Facts About Pakistan, we've made it easy. Our book contains a diverse selection of the most interesting facts about Pakistan that will provide your child with hours of bonding and exploring.What you will find in our book:High-quality illustrationsInteresting facts about Pakistan This book also provides travel tips and places that are useful for your trip, and you will learn all about PakistanPerfect for homeschooling, language development and for school holidaysSo what are you waiting for? Get your little kid a copy today! Read more

Discover the Untamed Beauty of Pakistan’s Hidden ValleysFrom the snow-capped peaks of the Karakoram to the emerald meadows of Kashmir, Nature of Pakistan: Vol. 2 Hidden Valleys unveils the breathtaking landscapes that even seasoned travelers rarely see. This luxury photo book is the perfect sequel to the acclaimed Landscapes of Pakistan, diving deeper into the country’s most secluded and awe-inspiring regions.Why This Book Stands Out📸 Jaw-Dropping Photos: Rarely seen valleys, glacial lakes, and remote villages captured in stunning high-resolution.🗺️ Exclusive Locations: Explore hidden gems like Neelum Valley (Azad Kashmir), Unexplored Siran valley and Babusar Pass (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa).🌿 A Celebration of Biodiversity: Witness Pakistan’s endangered wildlife, alpine flora, and seasons—from spring blooms to winter’s frozen silence.🏆 Premium Quality:Square Format: 8.5” x 8.5” pages for immersive visuals.Thick Matte Paper: Enhances colors and resists fingerprints.Perfect ForNature Lovers: A coffee table book that sparks wanderlust and conversation.Photographers: Study composition, lighting, and the art of capturing raw beauty.Travel Enthusiasts: Plan your next adventure with inspiration from Pakistan’s untouched valleys.Pakistani Diaspora: Reconnect with your heritage through iconic landscapes.Book DetailsPages: 40Dimensions: 9.5” x 9.5”Format: PaperbackLanguage: English and Urdu titlesKeywords for Searchphoto book, nature coffee table book, coffee table book Pakistan, Nature of Pakistan, nature photo book, photo book Pakistan, Landscapes of PakistanA Thoughtful GiftIdeal for weddings, housewarmings, or birthdays. Pair with Vol. 1 (Landscapes of Pakistan) for the ultimate collection.Ready to Explore?Click “Add to Cart” and bring Pakistan’s hidden valleys into your home today. Read more

Jane and Ken Cundiff share their personal memoir of true-life stories as an American couple teaching at international high schools around the world. With a hint of an Indiana Jones’ lifestyle, Jane and Ken teach advanced sciences in the day and quest after exotic explorations and cultural understanding in their spare time. From their archive of journals and thousands of photographs the actively written stories are genuine and the venue expansive. Pakistan, Bangladesh and Egypt were the first three of seven countries in which they lived over a span of twenty-one years. Rich details describe their foreign life, from experiences at home and the classroom to exciting excursions into the Himalayan Mountains and the Sahara Desert. These personal involvements give us an intimate link with real people and places of different religions and cultures in the pursuit of a broader global understanding. Read more

• A memoir of adventure in one of the most dangerous places on the planet • The Karakoram is home to K2, the deadliest of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks The best mountain climbing in the world, Steve Swenson will tell you, is in the Karakoram. Swenson has been climbing in these mountains since 1980 and has a perspective on the land and its people like few others. A complex place, the Karakoram Range is located in Kashmir, a western Himalaya border region that has a long history of tension and conflict between China, India, and Pakistan, tensions that have only been magnified since 9/11. Over the course of more than thirty years climbing there, Swenson’s experiences have been laced with daunting challenges, exhilarating successes, and terrifying moments―caused by the risks inherent in alpine environments, as well as politics below spilling into the peaks above. In Karakoram: Climbing Through the Kashmir Conflict, Swenson writes evocatively of his naiveté on his first visit to Pakistan for an attempt on Gasherbrum IV, during which he faced the teeming, bewildering streets of Islamabad and new challenges of dealing with a confusing array of bureaucrats, hiring hundreds of porters desperate for work, as well as the business of attempting to climb a towering peak just shy of 8,000 meters. By 2015 when he invited climbers to join him on an attempt of K6, Swenson had become the old-hand; it was his familiarity with the region that got them through the planning, the trek, and the climb. Even as he managed a busy career and family at home, Swenson returned to the region more than a dozen times, making attempts on well known giants such as K2, Everest, and Nanga Parbat, as well as other, less familiar, peaks. While he often succeeded, he was often turned back, forced from the mountains by weather, failed logistics, fractured team dynamics, or unexpected skirmishes in the region. What drew him, again and again, was that he always learned something new and forged strong bonds with his climbing partners, including Doug Scott, Alex Lowe, Steve House, and others. Stronger still became his friendship with Haji Ghulam Rasool, a local Balti man whom he first met as a young cook in 1984. Rasool and other Pakistanis have served as Swenson’s window on this restive region, revealing how territorial conflicts can affect not just international climbing expeditions, but also the day-to-day livelihood of the local people. Karakoram is Swenson’s personal story of adventure in one of the most dangerous mountain environments on the planet. His love of climbing led him to these summits; his deep respect for the rugged landscapes and local people inspire his return. Read more

•Detailed information on how to get around •Practical advice on safety issues •Coverage of the Karakoram Highway into China - one of the world's great travel routes •Expert-authored trekking chapter Read more

Insight Guides PakistanTravel made easy. Ask local experts. Comprehensive travel guide packed with inspirational photography and fascinating cultural insights.From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this guide to Pakistan is all you need to plan your perfect trip, with insider information on must-see, top attractions like Badshahi Mosque, the Karakoram Highway and Mohenjo-daro, and cultural gems like the breathtaking Lahore Fort, the eerie beauty of the Hunza valley and the bustling bazaars and buildings of Peshawar's Old City.Features of this travel guide to Pakistan:- Inspirational colour photography: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, and be inspired by stunning imagery-Historical and cultural insights: immerse yourself in Pakistan'srich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions-Practical full-colour maps: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy- Editor's Choice: uncover the best of Pakistan with our pick of the region's top destinations-Key tips and essential information: packed full of important travel information, from transport and tipping to etiquette and hours of operation- Covers: (Sindh) Karachi; Lower Sindh and the Thar Desert; Up and down the Indus; Mohenjo-daro; (Punjab) Islamabad, Rawalpindi and the Murree Hills; The Grand Trunk Road to Attock; Taxila; The Grand Trunk Road to Lahore; Lahore; Around Lahore; South Punjab; (Balochistan) A tour of Balochistan; (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) Peshawar and the Khyber Pass; Takht-e-Bahi; The Swat Valley; (The Karakoram to the Hindu Kush) Karakoram Highway to Hunza; Balitisan; To ChitralAre you also travelling to India? Check out Insight Guides India for a detailed and entertaining look at all the country has to offer.About Insight Guides: Insight Guidesis a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. Read more

"The definitive photographic record of the Karakoram."—The ScotsmanThe ice mountains of the Karakoram are among the world’s greatest natural treasures. At 8611 metres (28,251 ft), K2 is the second tallest mountain on Earth. There are three other mountains in the range that top 8000 metres (26,247 ft) – Gasherbrum I, Broad Peak and Gasherbrum II – and more than 60 peaks above 7000 metres (22,966 ft). Extending in a south-easterly direction from the north-eastern tip of Afghanistan and spanning the borders of Pakistan, India and China, the Karakoram is part of a complex of ranges in Central Asia that includes the Hindu Kush to the west and the Himalayas to the south-east. These mountains, however, are distinctive. This is the most glaciated region on the planet outside the Arctic and Antarctic. But while most of the world’s great peaks are almost blanketed in snow and ice, the Karakoram is an exception: the mountains are so vertical that they rapidly shed snow, leaving their bold, jagged outlines of black granite glistening in the sun. The name of the range comes from the Turkic term for ‘black rock’ or ‘black gravel’.The well-known landscape photographer Colin Prior was initially inspired to visit the Karakoram in his early twenties: in his local library he picked up the book In the Throne Room of the Mountain Gods (1977) by the American climber and photographer Galen Rowell, and was instantly captivated by images of the sharp, fractured peaks and vast glaciers. His first trip to the Karakoram came in the mid-1990s, and he has been passionate about these mountains ever since. Prior’s new book is the result of six expeditions he has made to the Gilgit-Baltistan region of north-east Pakistan over the last six years. Because the region is so remote, there are no established base camps, and each expedition requires careful planning and miles of trekking with a large team of guides, porters and ponies to carry the equipment and provisions. There are regular rock falls and perilous snow-covered crevasses to contend with. The reward for Prior is what he calls the ultimate mountain landscape: ‘The scenery is graphic, with towers, minarets and cathedrals of rock.’ This beautifully produced volume showcases the breathtaking beauty of the Karakoram in some 130 duotone and colour photographs. The images are largely arranged to follow Prior’s progress up the glaciers, and are accompanied by well-chosen quotations from accounts of historical expeditions to the region. A selection of ‘making of’ images at the end of the book highlights the challenges of documenting the most exceptional mountain range in the world. Read more

Information about this Pakistan picture book.40 full size beautiful color images.This is perfect gift for all ages from kids, adults and seniors.Very enjoyable for patients with Alzheimer’s, dementia or memory loss.A wordless journey from day to night through photos.More about this book:The book has 40 full page full color photos (more than double compared to other picture book).Each picture page is completely free of any and all text so it’s not to distract from the beauty of the original photograph and for the purpose of not creating unnecessary mental stress of feeling like one has to memorize the names of the items photographed.This book does not mention anything about Alzheimer’s, dementia, memory loss or anything else.It is strictly composed of interesting facts about the topic of the book as well as full page pictures and nothing else. So this book is perfectly safe to buy, send and present coffee table size dimension book which is 8.5”x11” (inches). Some other authors print small books at only 6”x9”, but we wanted to be able to print larger images, as well as not having to crop out so much detail of an image.This is a softcover edition which is easy to take with and have in a bag. It also makes for a great birthday gift or Christmas present . Read more

Spellbound by his grandmother's Anglo-Indian heritage and the exuberant annual visits of her friend the Begum, Isambard Wilkinson became enthralled by Pakistan as an intrepid teenager, eventually working there as a foreign correspondent during the War on Terror. Seeking the land behind the headlines, Bard sets out to discover the essence of a country convulsed by Islamist violence. What of the old, mystical Pakistan has survived and what has been destroyed? We meet charismatic tribal chieftains making their last stand, hereditary saints blessing prostitutes, gangster bosses in violent slums and ecstatic Muslim pilgrims.Navigating a minefield of coups, conspiracies, cock-ups and bombs, Bard is reluctant to judge, his ear alert to the telling phrase, his eye open to Pakistan's palimpsest of beliefs, languages and imperial legacies. His is a funny, hashish- and whisky-scented travel book from the frontline, full of open-hearted delight and a poignant lust for life. Like a cat with nine lives, Bard travels and parties his way to the remotest corners, never allowing his own fragile health to deter him. Read more

AIn this debut collection of essays about life in Pakistan from 1968 to 1973, Stefan Borges offers a window into a typical American teenager's life in an atypical time and place. Living with his family in Lahore and attending the American International high school there while his father worked as a civil engineer on large-scale projects, Borges experienced a heady mix of exotic sights, sounds, and adventures in a country filled with ancient customs that was undergoing modern political upheaval. From driving trips through the North-West Frontier tribal areas, to being entertained by bird and monkey shows, to discovering marine fossils in the desert, to wrestling with the decision of whether to flee during the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971, these stories capture the indelible memories imprinted upon one boy's life-all of it surrounded by snow-capped mountains, verdant valleys, glacial lakes, and the scents of cumin, cinnamon, and coriander in the air. Borges had many opportunities while living in Pakistan to travel the globe with his father, Alexander Borges, who would go on to publish his own memoir in 2020, Five Countries, describing his seven decades of life after surviving World War II and fleeing East Germany. Read more

In the latter half of the 19th century Britain’s defence policies in regard to India’s north-west frontier were increasingly dictated by Russia’s swift expansion of empire eastwards across Central Asia, in which they annexed a chain of decaying Moslem Khanates to the north of Afghanistan. By 1876 they had captured Tashkent, Samarkand, Bokhara, Khiva, and Khokand, and had crossed the Alai mountains until they were drawn up along the western border of Chinese Turkestan; from where they were surveying the Wakhan Pamir, directly to the north of Hunza and Gilgit, as their next acquisition. It was known that the Cossack army, spread wide across the barren Steppe, dreamed of nothing finer than swelling their ranks with cutthroat tribes enlisted along the way in a charge towards lush and exotic South, with Kashmir as their first prize. It was also known that successive Tsars had coveted a warm-water port on the shores of the Arabian Sea, by way of Persia, in order to increase their military capabilities and trade, and thereby further threaten Britain’s possession of India. The petty chiefs along this frontier were seen either as ‘puppets of the British’, or as ‘creatures of the Tsar’, and so Russia’s evident interest across the Pamir mountains led to a race to map the dwindling unexplored areas of wilderness remaining between the two empires so that first influence could be claimed over them.Other than selected gifted officers there were no lower ranking white British troops ever posted to the sensitive Gilgit frontier. Where the history was of tyrants, royal patricides, and few heroes; of the cruelties of slavery and the drudgery of serfdom; alleviated by the tribal pastime of looting the silk route caravans, nomads with herds of yaks for transport. In 1862 it was reported to the British Agent in Leh that ten richly laden caravans had been robbed – meanwhile the Abolitionists in Parliament saw the Chinese slave markets of Kashgar and Yarkhand as the blackest blots left on earth.A state of affairs that was to be overturned by stories of the young subalterns’ gung-ho battles and camaraderie framed in isolation amidst a sublime mountain chain. With only 16 officers theirs was an astonishing campaign to train and lead a rag-bag army of Gurkhas, Afghan rogues, and Kashmir Dogra troops, all of them speaking several languages, and then show them the way to force open a bandits’ stronghold.Those mostly young officers had to think for themselves, behave confidently, be devoted and robust in spirit, and ever determined to do what they saw as right. ‘Forward policy’ on the border demanded such qualities. Their initial campaigns hardly needed their provoking, and although small were as thrilling as they could hope for in which to win their medals and promotions.For its physical and political geography, and for the unique scientific discoveries abounding in the area, Hunza is simply the most extraordinary valley I know of in the greater Himalayan chain. The only things they ever had an abundance of were rocks and ice; and their greatest achievement is that from such unfavourable beginnings they have created the most peaceful, least fanatical, best educated and well organised gardened valley in Pakistan today.A secondary intention has been to represent some more friendly experiences of Pakistan, rather than the dire ‘bad press’ the country receives in the West, as in four visits between 1970 and 1988, totalling a year in the country, I never had any trouble with anyone whatsoever. To archaeologists, anthropologists, mountaineers, and elitist back-packers Pakistan is well known as one of the most exciting and hospitable countries in the world.The book is lavishly illustrated both with old photos of the historic characters within, as well my own Kodachrome slide photos of this vast mountain environment. Read more