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Unexpected stories from unexpected places. These 30 real-life tales all celebrate and illuminate one simple truth: if we embark on each adventure with an open heart and an open mind, travel will take us places we never planned to go, and enrich and enlighten us in ways we never otherwise would have known.
Includes stories by Anthony Sattin, Danny Wallace and Pico Uyer. Edited by Don George.
Lonely Planet Tales from Nowhere brings together an array of captivating voices, providing a rich tapestry of travel experiences that inspire and transform.
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ISBN: 9781786576217
Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 November 2016
Country: Ireland
Imprint: Lonely Planet Global Limited
Edition: 3rd edition
Audience: General / adult
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Spine width: 19.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 254g
Pages: 256
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