Mark Adams Libros

What happens when an unadventurous adventure writer tries to recreate the original expedition to Machu Picchu? In 1911, Hiram Bingham III climbed the Andes in Peru and 'discovered' the famed archaeological site. While history recast Bingham as a liar and a thief, Mark Adams set out to retrace the explorer's perilous path in search of the truth; the only problem was he had written about adventure far more than he had ever actually lived it. In fact, he had never even slept in a tent. Adams' acclaimed account will thrill all as he travels through these remote and historic hills

"In 1899, railroad magnate Edward H. Harriman organized a most unusual summer voyage to the wilds of Alaska: He converted a steamship into a luxury "floating university," populated by some of America's best and brightest scientists and writers, including the anti-capitalist eco-prophet John Muir. Those aboard encountered a land of immeasurable beauty and impending environmental calamity. More than a hundred years later, Alaska is still America's most sublime wilderness, both the lure that draws a million tourists annually on Inside Passage cruises and a natural resources larder waiting to be raided. As ever, it remains a magnet for weirdos and dreamers. Armed with Dramamine and an industrial-strength mosquito net, Mark Adams sets out to retrace the 1899 expedition. Using the state's intricate public ferry system, the Alaska Marine Highway System, Adams travels three thousand miles, following the George W. Elder's itinerary north through Wrangell, Juneau, and Glacier Bay, then continuing west into the colder and stranger regions of the Aleutians and the Arctic Circle. Along the way, he encounters dozens of unusual characters (and a couple of very hungry bears) and investigates how lessons learned in 1899 might relate to Alaska's current struggles in adapting to the pressures of a changing climate and world."--Amazon.com

"When Tatau was first published in 2010, Mark Adams' renowned images documenting a great Polynesian art tradition were a revelation. It told the story of the late Suluʻape Paulo II, the pre-eminent figure of modern Samoan tattooing. A brilliantly innovative and often controversial man, he saw tatau as an art of international importance. Tatau documented his practice, and that of other tufuga ta tatau (tattoo artists), in the contexts of Polynesian tattooing, Samoan migrant communities and New Zealand art. Long out-of-print, this revised and extended new edition, with its handsome large format and texts by distinguished scholars, makes a cultural treasure available once more"--

The book explores the complexities of ethnographic museums, which are increasingly redefined as collections of world cultures. It highlights the ongoing challenges faced by curators who strive for dialogue and collaboration with the source communities of their artifacts. Many items in these collections were acquired during the colonial era, leading to debates about their provenance and the ethics of ownership. The narrative underscores the tension between the museums' intentions and the historical context of their collections, raising critical questions about cultural representation and restitution.

Set against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, a young man named Vikram faces an unimaginable crisis when his fiancée, Aria, falls gravely ill. As he navigates the chaos of a world gripped by an incurable disease, Vikram grapples with difficult choices and the uncertainty of survival. Their love story, once filled with promise, transforms into a chilling struggle against time and circumstance. With the future of both his beloved and the world at stake, Vikram's journey explores themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.

What's more satisfying than solving an entire sudoku puzzle? With 100 easy sudoku puzzles, this sudoku puzzle book is designed for you who want the satisfaction of solving sudoku without spending hours staring at the squares and testing all kinds of solutions. It's only one puzzle per page, which gives you plenty of space to use your ink pen without worrying about ending up with messy sudoku once you are finished. The book's format makes it a perfect companion on your vacation, on the beach, or right next to your bed. How fast can you solve one of these Sudokus?

A new tale of John Carter's Barsoom authorized by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., the company founded in 1923 by Edgar Rice Burroughs, the best-selling Master of Adventure and creator of the immortal characters Tarzan and John Carter of Mars.

An Australian koala called Kenny comes to the United States—and falls in love with the people and the country. From bestselling author and naturalized American citizen Nick Adams comes a picture book based on his own life story. Kenny the Koala Comes to the USA celebrates the American Dream with an uplifting patriotic message that will leave your child realizing that to live in the United States is to win the lottery of life. It captures all the fun, excitement, and pride of being an American! Perfect for reading together with a young child, Kenny the Koala Comes to the USA shows how our country is a symbol of unity, a sign of welcome, and a reminder that—in good times and in bad—everyone in our country is part of one great big family. This charming story will leave your child hopeful, inspired, and knowledgeable about America's uniqueness. Kenny the Koala Comes to the USA: • features beautiful and fun illustrations, • will appeal to children as well as the adults who love America, • is a perfect gift for Fourth of July, Memorial Day, Veteran’s Day, Election Day, or any day you want to share with your child what it means to be an American, • and is great for reading aloud! It’s more than just a story—it’s a vessel of inspiration, education, and imagination.

Quitter les gratte-ciel new-yorkais pour un trek fabuleux au coeur de la jungle péruvienne.... en claquant la porte de son bureau de rédacteur en chef de revues de voyage, Mark Adams veut réaliser son rêve : partir sur les traces des découvreurs du Machu Picchu, la mystérieuse cité perdue des Incas. Cornaqué par un guide australien, frère jumeau de Crocodile Dundee, Adams s'engage pour une marche, épuisante et mouvementée. Marcheur novice, il va affronter avec flegme et une bonne dose d'humour les nombreux pièges de la jungle péruvienne, croiser les routes sanglantes des conquistadors espagnols et suivre la trace d'Iram Bingham III, cet universitaire américain qui inspira le personnage d'Indiana Jones et re-découvrit les ruines du Machu Picchu, en 1911. Ce récit d'expédition, haletant, érudit et plein d'humour permet de découvrir les légendes fabuleuses et controversées d'un lieu mythique, le sanctuaire du Machu Picchu.