Books

In Words and Pictures: The Democratic Republic of the Congo

Oct 19th, 2008 | By andrew | Category: Books

The International Rescue Committee estimate that as many as 45,000 people die in the Democratic Republic of the Congo every month. I take a look at this tragic, war-torn country through the eyes of a writer and six photojournalists.



Book Review: The White Rock - An Exploration of the Inca Heartland By Hugh Thomson

Aug 20th, 2008 | By andrew | Category: Books

Hugh Thomson puts together a fascinating history of the Incas and the Spanish Conquest, starting from the initial expansion of the Inca empire as they conquered neighbouring tribes, to the arrival of the Spanish, the murder of Atahualpa and the final battles, forty years on, in and around Old Vilcabamba, the final hiding place deep in the jungle of the last Inca rulers.



Understanding The Dragon - China In Photos

Aug 10th, 2008 | By andrew | Category: Books

The world’s attention is now firmly focussed on this vast, mysterious and incredibly photogenic country. I found 10 websites (and two books) with photos from this enigmatic country. Prepare to be amazed.



The Best Seven Dollars (Canadian) I Ever Spent

Aug 27th, 2007 | By admin | Category: Books

I found Michael Freeman’s book on sale in a bookstore in Halifax, Canada for just seven dollars…