NATIONAL BESTSELLER • At once an incredible adventure narrative and a penetrating biographical portrait—the bestselling author of River of the Gods brings us the true story of Theodore Roosevelt’s harrowing exploration of one of the most dangerous rivers on earth.“A rich, dramatic tale that ranges from the personal to the literally earth-shaking.” —The New York Times The River of Doubt—it is a black, uncharted tributary of the Amazon that snakes through one of the most treacherous jungles in the world. Indians armed with poison-tipped arrows haunt its shadows; piranhas glide through its waters; boulder-strewn rapids turn the river into a roiling cauldron. After his humiliating election defeat in 1912, Roosevelt set his sights on the most punishing physical challenge he could find, the first descent of an unmapped, rapids-choked tributary of the Amazon. Together with his son Kermit and Brazil’s most famous explorer, Cândido Mariano da Silva Rondon, Roosevelt accomplished a feat so great that many at the time refused to believe it. In the process, he changed the map of the western hemisphere forever. Along the way, Roosevelt and his men faced an unbelievable series of hardships, losing their canoes and supplies to punishing whitewater rapids, and enduring starvation, Indian attack, disease, drowning, and a murder within their own ranks. Three men died, and Roosevelt was brought to the brink of suicide. The River of Doubt brings alive these extraordinary events in a powerful nonfiction narrative thriller that happens to feature one of the most famous Americans who ever lived. From the soaring beauty of the Amazon rain forest to the darkest night of Theodore Roosevelt’s life, here is Candice Millard’s dazzling debut.Look for Candice Millard’s latest book, River of the Gods. Read more

★★★★★ “Amazing!” - Reader Review___Rick Waters, part-time detective and wannabe boat captain, has just solved the biggest case of his life and bought the yacht of his dreams.As he embarks on a journey to start a charter business in Destin and track down a lost treasure supposedly buried in the Florida Keys, a new mystery appears in the form of Emily, an attractive gray-haired woman who claims to have been kidnapped and had her appearance surgically altered..Emily has been accused of murdering her late husband, and she begs for Rick’s help to prove she is innocent.Intrigued by the case, Rick agrees to help her find the truth about what happened to her. Emily is sure the people behind her abduction want to take credit for her work as a scientist. She claims she has developed a drug that may be the cure to mankind’s deadliest disease.The trail leads Rick from Florida to Grand Cayman and all the way to Switzerland, as he uncovers clues about the man Emily believes killed her husband and stole her drug.The skilled detective must prove who Emily really is and release her miraculous drug before the people who abducted Emily figure out he’s on to them.Rick will be have everything he needs to solve the case except, time.Get ready for a nonstop thrill ride! Read more

What is the hardest challenge you’ve faced as a student of the Portuguese language?You can work hard on your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, but being able to communicate naturally isn’t easy.In fact, the toughest part of learning Portuguese is knowing how to speak like a native.Most textbooks are made to teach you the traditional rules and structures of a language and are great for getting around the grammar and spelling questions you may have.However, how many of them provide you the tools necessary to have a common conversation with a best friend or someone you’ve just met? Not many at all.Language learners often complain about this – a lack of material that can help you familiarize yourself with the most common phrases used in everyday conversation and in native surroundings.For this reason, we at Lingo Mastery have developed Easy Portuguese Phrase Book: Over 1500 Common Phrases for Everyday Use and Travel for you, our favorite language-learner, so that you may find the best expressions for common usage in Portuguese and communicate with your Portuguese speaking friends, colleagues and client without any issue!In this book:An introduction with a detailed guide on how to pronounce vowels and consonants (as well as their combinations) in the Brazilian Portuguese tongue.A list of over 1500 common phrases in Portuguese, with an accurate translation in English for your understanding.A phonetics pronunciation guide of each and every word in the phrases, included after every translation.Finally, a conclusion to make sure you’ve learned and supply you with a final list of tips.Your days struggling with natural communication with natives is finally over. Our Easy Portuguese Phrase Book is here.It’s time for you to take your Portuguese to the next level. Read more

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A milestone in the study of culture from the father of structural anthropologyThis watershed work records Claude Lévi-Strauss's search for "a human society reduced to its most basic expression." From the Amazon basin through the dense upland jungles of Brazil, Lévi-Strauss found the societies he was seeking among the Caduveo, Bororo, Nambikwara, and Tupi-Kawahib. More than merely recounting his time in their midst, Tristes Tropiques places the cultural practices of these peoples in a global context and extrapolates a fascinating theory of culture that has given the book an importance far beyond the fields of anthropology and continental philosophy. The author's fresh approach, sense of humor, and openness to the sensuous mystique of the tropics make the scientific thrust of the book eminently accessible.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators. Read more

Do you know what the hardest thing for a Portuguese learner is?Finding PROPER reading material that they can handle…which is precisely the reason we’ve written this book!Teachers love giving out tough, expert-level literature to their students, books that present many new problems to the reader and force them to search for words in a dictionary every five minutes — it’s not entertaining, useful or motivating for the student at all, and many soon give up on learning at all!In this book we have compiled 20 easy-to-read, compelling and fun stories that will allow you to expand your vocabulary and give you the tools to improve your grasp of the wonderful Portuguese tongue.How Portuguese Short Stories for Beginners works:Each story is interesting and entertaining with realistic dialogues and day-to-day situations.The summaries follow a synopsis in Portuguese and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about.At the end of those summaries, you’ll be provided with a list of the most relevant vocabulary involved in the lesson, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance!Finally, you’ll be provided with a set of tricky questions in Portuguese, providing you with the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Don’t worry if you don’t know the answer to any — we will provide them immediately after, but no cheating!We want you to feel comfortable while learning the tongue; after all, no language should be a barrier for you to travel around the world and expand your social circles!So look no further! Pick up your copy of Portuguese Short Stories for Beginners and start learning Portuguese right now!This book has been written by a native Brazilian author and is recommended for A2+ level learners. Read more

Latin American food is steeped in history and tradition. From Peru's spicy and citrusy ceviche to hearty Colombian beef, pork, and seafood stews to Argentina's silky, sweet dulce le leche desserts, cooks of all skill levels are invited to discover what make this region's cuisine incomparable.  Complete with four-color photographs, expertly crafted recipes and additional insight on the background and customs of each country featured, budding chefs and seasoned experts alike will be enticed by this authentic and unique compilation. Read more

If you want to learn the Portuguese language without any previous knowledge, then keep reading...Are you…?quite busy and in need of a precise, but thorough, resource to learn Portuguese?traveling to or working in a Portuguese-speaking country?Or do you…want to connect with people, while keeping your personality when speaking Portuguese, instead of just learning how to “tourist-talk”?want to learn phrases that you can use to navigate social situations and help you make friends and new connections?If your answer to these questions is “yes,” then this book is here to help.Learning a new language is such an amazing tool that allows people from different parts of the world to connect more easily.That leads, more importantly, to deeper and more meaningful connections as well.In the case of the Portuguese language, several countries have it as the official language, making it the sixth most spoken idiom on Earth, with 170 million speakers worldwide.This means that learning it grants you the possibility of making friends or finding job opportunities in the most obscure places you can imagine.This book is divided into three parts:The Very BasicsGrammarConversationYou’ll also find many fun quizzes throughout the book that will allow you to practice your skills.So, what are you waiting for? Grab this book now, and start learning Portuguese today! Read more

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Pictures, Coloring, Quizzes and more…The new way of learning languages has arrived!You know by now that learning a new language is a new way of meeting new people, opening doors in your professional career and attracting fresh opportunities when traveling around the world. Portuguese is no different, with over 200 million people to speak with once you’ve learned it.But how do you learn quickly, in a fun and refreshing way? Well, at Lingo Mastery we’ve grown tired of seeing complicated books that are tiresome to go through as a student… so we’ve changed that! We have created a whole new method and concept behind learning Portuguese. A method based on fun.Say hello to the Portuguese Picture Dictionary Coloring Book, the book that will change Portuguese learning forever.In this amazing book, you will find:Over 50 different, detailed and beautiful full-size illustrations for you to learn while coloring them! Each of these 50 illustrations contains up to 20 items, by the way – that’s almost 1,000 images for you to color!Ever wanted to know what a badger is called in Portuguese? Maybe you need to know the word for ‘weightlifting’ or ‘mistletoe’… No worries! This book has dozens of different categories to help you build your vocabulary.Challenging quizzes found every few sections will allow you to develop your Portuguese skills even further; if you don’t know the answers, we’ve provided an Answer Key at the end!Just to get started, we’ve added an in-depth basic Portuguese guide at the beginning, including pronunciation, spelling, word order and vocabulary, among other crucial tools.Created by a talented team of Portuguese teachers from Brazil.This book will transform Portuguese learning for good – no more complex textbooks, it’s time to learn while having fun!The best new method for learning Portuguese is here.Get Portuguese Picture Dictionary Coloring Book now! Read more

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Lonely Planet's Brazil is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the tropical Fernando de Noronha, experience wildlife watching in The Pantanal, and discover the baroque masterpieces in Ouro Preto; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's Brazil Travel Guide:Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have themItineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interestsLocal insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politicsEating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to tryDedicated Carnival chapterToolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travelers, LGBTQIA+ travelers, family travelers and accessible travelColor maps and images throughoutLanguage - essential phrases and language tipsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsCovers Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo, Sao Paulo State, Parana, Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasilia and Goias, Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul, Bahia, Sergipe and Alagoas, Pernambuco, Paraiba and Rio Grande do Norte, Ceara, Piaui and Maranhao, The AmazonAbout Lonely Planet:Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travelers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.'  Fairfax Media (Australia) Read more

What do you consider was the toughest experience when learning the Brazilian Portuguese language?The majority of textbooks are created to explain how this or that language works and what set rules and patterns should you follow. They are especially useful if you want to get an answer to a grammar or spelling question.But how many of them prepare you for a small talk with a friend, or any person you’ve met during the day? Not many.Language learners have repeatedly accused language schools or authors of the mentioned type of material of approaching the topic inadequately.That's why "Brazilian Portuguese Phrase Book for Travel Pocket Size: Super Easy Phrases for Beginner and Travelers” is created to help you find the most versatile phrases for your everyday interaction with Brazilian Portuguese with your friends, colleagues, and clients.In this book, you'll find:An introduction together with a special focus on how the reader could benefit from the book.A separate guide on how to pronounce vowels and consonants (and their combinations) in Brazilian Portuguese.An index of over one thousand everyday expressions in spoken Brazil, with translations into English.An extensive list of Brazilian Portuguese and English vocabulary necessary to communicate in different circumstances and. 5 Short Stories to review what you have studied in this course and points of advice.It means no more headaches with natural interaction with native speakers of English. That is why our Brazilian Portuguese Phrase Book is here to help you go to the next level. Read more

Language learning is easy with DummiesBrazilian Portuguese For Dummies can help you achieve your goals of learning another language. Traveling to Brazil? Taking a class in school? Want to meet people and pick up a new hobby? Just curious about the sixth most spoken language in the world? We’ve got you covered, with easy-to-follow lessons on the basics, plus phrases and topics you need to know, like greetings, travel phrases, business phrases, numbers and measurements, and social media. Add speaking Portuguese to the long list of cool things you can do―with the help of Brazilian Portuguese For Dummies. Start from the beginning and learn the very basics of Brazilian PortuguesePractice authentic phrases for travel, business, and communicating onlinePerfect your pronunciation with bonus audio tracks, and discover fun facts about Brazilian cultureGet recommendations for movies, travel tips, and moreWhether you’re studying Portuguese for business, school, or pleasure, Dummies is the best guide for getting started with this beautiful language. Read more

We first mapped the Amazon River Basin for a rainforest protection conference many years ago, preparing what we thought was a pretty good rendition until we arrived at a conference full of experts who were able to add so much more data that we re-did the map before publishing it. We have updated it repeatedly as more information has come to light and are pleased to release this sixth version, which does something that we have wanted to do for some time - it adds a detailed map of the northern half of Brazil/Brasil to a river map that covers portions of seven different countries. The map is printed on revolutionary stone paper (tear-resistant, waterproof, friendly to the environment, and bio-degradable as well as extremely durable), and has two different cover pictures, so it can be marketed either as a map of Brasil or of the Amazon Basin - or both! It is also the only map of the river basin in print. As the world emerges from the era of Covid, this part of the world will once again dominate demand for South American explorers. Map size: 27*39" Legend Includes: Roads by classification, Rivers and Lakes, National Park, Airports, Points of Interests, Highways, Main Roads, Zoos, Fishing, and much more... Read more

Put the world's richest and most diverse ecosystem in your pocket! Eco-travelers now have a simplified pocket guide to the stunning wildlife of this exotic region. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes and butterflies and insects. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by eco-tourists of all ages. Made in the USA.www.waterfordpress.com Read more

If you want to learn Portuguese in less time, then keep reading...Two manuscripts in one book:Portuguese: How to Learn Portuguese Fast, Including Grammar, Short Stories, and Useful PhrasesPortuguese Short Stories: 11 Simple Stories for Beginners Who Want to Learn Portuguese in Less Time While Also Having FunAre you sick and tired of not being able to learn Portuguese fast?Have you tried endless other ways of learning Portuguese but nothing seems to stick?Do you finally want to say goodbye to your tendency to 'forget most of what you've studied' and discover something which works for you?If so, then you’ve come to the right place. You see, Portuguese is easier than it seems.Not only will this book give you the basic grammar rules, but also many fun phrases for you to practice.If you’ve never studied Portuguese before or if you’ve studied it but you need to go back to the basics to get better, this handbook will provide you with what you need, especially if you are planning on traveling to Portuguese-speaking country!Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book:First Things FirstThe FundamentalsShort StoriesBasic sentencesAnd much, much moreThe goal of the second part of the book is to teach Portuguese in the most effective way possible. It adopts a semi-communicative method—the storytelling approach. Telling stories is an effective educational tool because learners become engaged with the narrative and therefore remember the story effortlessly, the vocabulary associated with it, as well as making it easier to recognize sentence patterns.So if you want to learn the Portuguese language fast and in a fun way, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button! Read more