Martin Strel looks like your typical middle-aged ... more

Martin Strel looks like your typical middle-aged bloke. But he swims the longest rivers in the world to raise awareness for clean water. Martin would complete the most dangerous swim in human history, or die trying.In 2007, after 66 days, he became the first person to swim the Amazon, 3,274 miles from the Peruvian Andes to the Atlantic shores of Brazil. Millions followed his progress online. On this extraordinary journey he dodged piranhas and river pirates, met indigenous tribes who either revered him as a god or chased him with machetes. Like pioneers who climbed Everest or explored the poles, he shifted the limits of human capability. His story of exhaustion, illness, bravery and determination is an inspiration to people everywhere.... less

Interpretation and Scope of Protection

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The Handy Countries of the World GK Book answers ... more

The Handy Countries of the World GK Book answers the most intriguing questions that apply to todays world. It covers all the trivia physical features and resources, history, people, countries and cities and also includes key geographic, political, and cultural information on the 192 countries of the world.With up-to-date maps and information on nations and states, The Handy Countries of the World GK Book also explores the impact on the location of countries and cities and geographys influence on architecture, and migration. Insightful, entertaining, and relevant, it is the perfect companion for teachers, students, armchair travelers, trivia buffs or anyone who has ever asked the question, Where in the world is...?... less