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Wayne Curtis

    Wayne Curtis crea narrazioni che approfondiscono il ricco arazzo della storia culturale, esplorando spesso viaggi insoliti e le basi sociali di argomenti affascinanti. Il suo lavoro è caratterizzato da una ricerca meticolosa e da una narrazione avvincente, che trasporta i lettori nel passato illuminandone al contempo la rilevanza contemporanea. Curtis possiede un'abilità unica nel collegare temi apparentemente disparati, dalla storia di potenti distillati a epiche spedizioni pedonali, rendendo i suoi contributi letterari distintivi e accattivanti. La sua scrittura invita alla scoperta di storie nascoste e alla riflessione sull'influenza duratura del nostro passato.

    And a Bottle of Rum. A History of the World in Ten Cocktails
    Frommer's Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island with Newfoundland & Labrador
    • Celebrate the 'Spirit' of America. A rollicking, raucous room across American history as seen through a bottle of rum, this book overflows with fascinating facts & colorful characters. Among them: Ben Franklin's favorite term for intoxication, "Been to Barbados," in honor of rum's probable birthplace. The country that consumes the most rum per capita. The original Trader Vic & Don the Beachcomber (yes, they were real people), who created the 'tiki bar' craze. Ernest Hemingway, who had a rum cocktail created just for him. Stephen Remsberg, a New Orleans attorney who owns what may be the world's largest private rum collection. Complete recipes for rum cocktails & a handy guide to the best available rum brands, it's the perfect gift for your foodie friends - or for yourself, especially if you're thirsty.

      And a Bottle of Rum. A History of the World in Ten Cocktails2016
      4,3
    • It's a Whole New World with Frommer's. Frommer's is packed with completely up-to-date practical information, exact prices, and candid insider advice. It's the most authoritative, easy-to-use guide you can buy. Everything You Need for the Perfect Trip: Great places to stay: historic hotels, B&Bs by the sea, the best camping sites, and more Fabulous seafood fresh from the Atlantic: Malpeque Bay oysters, all-you-can-eat lobster suppers, Digby scallops, and more—with the best places for picturesque waterfront dining A complete guide to exploring the provinces, from great fishing villages and provincial parks to the Fortress of Louisbourg and Iceberg Alley The best of the outdoors: sailing, sea kayaking, fishing, nature walks, day hikes, and rappeling—plus the best places to spot caribou, puffins, and bald eagles Detailed, accurate two-color city and regional maps Frommer's. The Name You Can Trust. Find us online at www.frommers.com

      Frommer's Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island with Newfoundland & Labrador1998
      5,0