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An idyllic marine retreat brought to life through sumptuous color photography and crisp, knowledgeable text. Sometimes known as 'The Paradise Isles', the Maldives are made up of hundreds of idyllic islands that are famed for their tropical beaches, coral reefs and marine life. To these can be added some of the best island-style hotels in the world. This guide has a superb introduction and covers local geography, history and culture, with special sections on art, food and marine life. There is a comprehensive survey of the luxurious resorts available, and advice on diving and how to organize a boat cruise. It is an excellent book for anyone preparing to visit the Maldives, will make a great companion during the trip, and provide a treasured keepsake after the event.
New guide to this exotic, upmarket destination in the Indian Ocean Exceptional color photography, including underwater features, and easy-to-follow maps Literary excerpts and sidebars illuminate local culture Intimate account by experienced author who has lived in the country Addresses the issue of global warming and its impact on the islands' future Excellent guide for armchair readers as well as visitors to the islands Facts for the visitor including what to bring, how to book, customs, climate, plus select hotels and resorts 80 color photos 12 maps
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Andrew Forbes graduated in Chinese Studies at the University of Leeds before going on to complete an MA in Islamic Studies and a Ph.D. in Central Asian History. He has written about the Maldives for numerous academic journals such as South Asia, Archipel, The Geographical Magazine and the Encyclopaedia of Islam, as well as for the Guardian, Far Eastern Economic Review, Asian Wall Street Journal and Hemispheres. He is currently editor of Crescent Press Agency and a Senior Associate Member of St. Antony's College, Oxford.
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Rich and informative collection of essays on a little known country
2011/9/24
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Precious little is written on the Maldives besides guide books on posh resorts. This book goes a long way toward filling that gap. The author is well read on the subject and has spent considerable time travelling around the archipelago. He provides fairly exhaustive historical and cultural analyses. He is a bit weaker on the political and economic aspects. In addition to the main body of the book, he reprints a series of essays he has previously published in many journals and newspapers over the years. These are usually interesting and relevant, and do add to the book. However they are collated in a sometimes haphazard fashion. The reader is sometimes thrown off balance as he moves from one topic to another. I would say this book is more of a reference work, to go back to for detailed information, with a good index and bibliography with suggested further reading, than a book to be read from cover to cover.
Many good pictures add a lot to the book, which is printed in sturdy heavy paper and bound for durability.
Many good pictures add a lot to the book, which is printed in sturdy heavy paper and bound for durability.
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