Travel : Middle East

On the front–lines with the building of. Al Queda forces in Indonesia both before and after 9/11, written in provocative style by the former Asia bureau chief for Newsweek International. In Allah's Torch, National Geographic's Tracy Dahlby takes readers into the sprawling, porous, virtually lawless domain of Indonesia, where overlapping lines of radical Islamic rage are now converging in Asia, posing new threats to Westerners at home and abroad. From the moment the adventure begins, the night the author blunders on board an Indonesian passenger ship with 600 Islamic warriors on an anti–Christian jihad, readers glimpse the passions, politics and personalities fuelling radical Islam's relentless march. We listen as Koran–thumping preachers, hardened holy warriors and fresh–faced recruits, police investigators, military commandos, and spies try to make sense of the epidemic chaos that threatens the region – and now the world beyond. Based on reporting both before and after September 11, Allah's Torch is an action–packed and thought–provoking narrative that enables readers to see the face of Islamic terror more clearly and assess the threat for themselves. more...

Price: $11.95

Apart from oil, rugs are the Muslim world's best-known commodity. While rugs are found in most Western homes, the story of religious, political, and tribal strife behind their creation is virtually unknown. In The Carpet Wars, award-winning journalist Christopher Kremmer chronicles his fascinating ten-year journey along the ancient carpet trade routes that run through the world's most misunderstood and volatile regions - Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, India, Pakistan, and the former Soviet republics of Central Asia. more...

Price: $19.95

America’s #1 bestselling travel series. Written by more than 175 outspoken travelers around the globe, Frommer’s Complete Guides help travelers experience places the way locals do.:.; More annually updated guides than any other series.; 16-page color section and foldout map in all annual guides.; Outspoken opinions, exact prices, and suggested itineraries.; Dozens of detailed maps in an easy-to-read, two-color design. You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert author has done the legwork for you, and is not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us!. Israel is an endlessly fascinating destination, a crossroads for different cultures and religions, and Frommer's Israel is an invaluable guide to this intriguing and complex land. It's written by an expert author, who provides you with sensitive and authoritative coverage of the region's historic and religious sites, and offers valuable insights into its culture. With Frommer's in hand, you'll explore the ancient and holy sites of Jerusalem, the silent majesty of the desert, the beach resorts of Tel-Aviv, and much more. We'll also show you how to have a world-class adventure, from diving in the Red Sea to exploring the stunning caves at Petra, in nearby Jordan. With detailed practical tips on dining, etiquette, bargaining, communicating, and getting around, Frommer's Israel is the only guide you'll need to explore this amazing land. more...

Price: $23.99

At last, a travel guide that tells you how to see the best of everything—in the smartest, most time-efficient way.:. The best of Istanbul in one, two, or three days;. Thematic tours for every interest, schedule, and taste;. Hundreds of evocative photos;. Bulleted maps that show you how to go from place to place;. Hotels, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife for all budgets;. A tear-resistant foldout map—enclosed in a handy plastic wallet you can also use for tickets and souvenirs more...

Price: $12.99

In today?s high-stakes, highly charged international business world, you simply can?t afford a misunderstood gesture, an ill-placed word, or a misinformed judgment. The Global Etiquette Guide to Africa and the Middle East shows both business and leisure travelers how to understand, appreciate, and manage ? as well as maximize the benefits of ? the myriad cultural differences that can exist between you and your African or Middle Eastern business hosts. more...

Price: $17.95