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Mercenary Mandarin
William Mesny jumped ship at Shanghai in 1860 when he was just 18. Amid the chaos of foreign intrigue and civil war in 19th-century China, he became a smuggler, a prisoner of the Taiping rebels, a gun-runner and an instructor in the Chinese military. After five years of fierce fighting in remote Guizhou, Mesny rose to the rank of general and used this privileged position to travel around China, writing articles, collecting plants and advising officials.
Top 10 Island
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China
Comprehensive sections on history and culture supplement this book's coverage of the country's most interesting and popular sights and attractions. With detailed information on restaurants and hotels, this guide takes readers beyond the usual tourist destinations to discover China's best-kept secrets. 147 maps. of color photos.
Top 10 Iceland
An unbeatable guide to Iceland, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps and top 10 lists - all designed to help you see the very best of Iceland. Take a Golden Circle tour, wonder at geysers, waterfalls and volcanoes, relax in the Blue Lagoon, explore the best things to do in Reykjavík, or learn about the Vikings and their legends. From Top 10 festivals to Top 10 things to do for free - discover the best of Iceland with this easy-to-use travel guide. Inside Top 10 Iceland: - Seven easy-to-follow itineraries to help you make the most of your trip - Top 10 lists showcase the best Iceland attractions, covering the Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon, Reykjavík and more - In-depth neighbourhood...
Pocket Rough Guide Hong Kong & Macau
The Pocket Guide to Hong Kong and Macau celebrates the sheer energy of these two former European colonies, sitting just 60km apart on the south China coast. It includes the lowdown on the incredible shopping opportunities and cutting-edge architecture of Hong Kong's downtown, its parks and harbourside cityscapes, all existing alongside more traditional temples and street markets. Further afield are the under-appreciated beaches, rural landscapes and old walled villages of the New Territories, easy to reach in even a short visit, but often overlooked. Across the Pearl River and close enough for day-trips, Macau's eighteenth-century churches and lanes incongruously rub shoulders with ludicrous...
The Rough Guide to Hong Kong & Macau
The Rough Guide to Hong Kong & Macau is the comprehensive guide to this region, taking into account the vast rate of change and giving a clear focus from both a Western and Chinese perspective. Packed with information and clear maps of old buildings and local historical sites, it also has detailed accounts of outdoor activities and revised restaurant listings, from world cuisine to local Chinese dim sum lunch. The guide caters to all visitors whatever their budget. For shopping, there are comprehensive listings on where to find clothing, jewellery, electronics, art or simply souvenirs, plus advice on how to avoid getting ripped off. For those on a budget, the guide is packed with tips on how to stay, travel, eat and enjoy yourself cheaply (including a list of all the free things to do in town). Anyone in Hong Kong with more time to explore will find coverage of everything from taking the Star Ferry Ride to shopping at Temple Street market, with in-depth coverage of downtown bars, remote villages, stunning mountains and the best beaches. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Hong Kong & Macau.
