Books by Rebecca Hall
Things to Do Now That You're 40
by Rebecca Hall
Did you ever wanted to transform your sedate life into a more exciting existence or do something totally radical? Have you ever dreamed of singing with a band, visiting a nudist colony, climbing a mountain, starting a new career, or relocating to another country? Don't wait until next year or the year after to start making plans--life is too short to sit and let the action pass you by. Find your true self by trying something new. This book of quirky ideas, fun-filled tips, and thought-provoking quotations will fill you with aspirations, encourage you to dream, and live large.
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Things to Do Now That You're 40
by Rebecca Hall
A must-have book for anyone in their 40s, packed with fun and inventive suggestions, covering everything from relationships to career and lifestyle advice.
"You only live once - but if you work it right, once is enough." Joe E. Lewis
Don't panic, you're only 40. On the bright side, you can seize the day and have a mid-life adventure instead of a crisis! Now you have the experience and wisdom to accomplish anything you set your mind to. Whether it's starring as an extra in a film, researching your family tree or seeing the new year in on Copacabana Beach in Rio, it's time to try all the things you've never done before.
This book will help you think positively, with things like this to look forward to:
- Allow yourself to lose your dignity. It's an overrated virtue anyway
- Give up some of your time and volunteer with a worthy organization
- Make sure someone irresistible has licked your stomach and kissed the back of your knees
- Realize that it is never too late to live the life you imagine for yourself
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Lonely Planet Greece 16 (Travel Guide)
by Rebecca Hall, Paula Hardy, Ryan Ver Berkmoes, Simon Richmond, Leonid Ragozin, Hugh McNaughtan, Alexis Averbuck, Vesna Maric, Helena Smith, Helen Iatrou, Vangelis Koronakis, Sarah Souli
Lonely Planet's Greece is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the elegant Acropolis, climb to the magnificent Meteora, and experience the vibrant culture of Athens; all with your trusted travel companion.
Inside Lonely Planet's Greece Travel Guide:
Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them
Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics
Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try
Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travelers, LGBTQIA+ travelers, family travelers and accessible travel
Colour maps and images throughout
Language - essential phrases and language tips
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Covers Athens, Peloponnese, Central Greece, Northern Greece, Saronic Gulf Islands, Cyclades, Crete, Dodecanese, Northeastern Aegean Islands, Evia, the Sporades and Ionian Islands
About Lonely Planet:
Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travelers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).
'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)
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Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts
by Rebecca Hall
A Best Book of 2021 by NPR and The Washington Post
Part graphic novel, part memoir, Wake is an imaginative tour-de-force that tells the “powerful” (The New York Times Book Review) story of women-led slave revolts and chronicles scholar Rebecca Hall’s efforts to uncover the truth about these women warriors who, until now, have been left out of the historical record.
Women warriors planned and led revolts on slave ships during the Middle Passage. They fought their enslavers throughout the Americas. And then they were erased from history.
Wake tells the “riveting” (Angela Y. Davis) story of Dr. Rebecca Hall, a historian, granddaughter of slaves, and a woman haunted by the legacy of slavery. The accepted history of slave revolts has always told her that enslaved women took a back seat. But Rebecca decides to look deeper, and her journey takes her through old court records, slave ship captain’s logs, crumbling correspondence, and even the forensic evidence from the bones of enslaved women from the “negro burying ground” uncovered in Manhattan. She finds women warriors everywhere.
Using a “remarkable blend of passion and fact, action and reflection” (NPR), Rebecca constructs the likely pasts of Adono and Alele, women rebels who fought for freedom during the Middle Passage, as well as the stories of women who led slave revolts in Colonial New York. We also follow Rebecca’s own story as the legacy of slavery shapes her life, both during her time as a successful attorney and later as a historian seeking the past that haunts her.
Illustrated beautifully in black and white, Wake will take its place alongside classics of the graphic novel genre, like Marjane Satrapi’s Persepolis and Art Spiegelman’s Maus. This story of a personal and national legacy is a powerful reminder that while the past is gone, we still live in its wake.
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Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts
by Rebecca Hall
A Best Book of 2021 by NPR and The Washington Post
Part graphic novel, part memoir, Wake is an imaginative tour de force that tells the “powerful” (The New York Times Book Review) story of women-led slave revolts and chronicles scholar Rebecca Hall’s efforts to uncover the truth about these women warriors who, until now, have been left out of the historical record.
Women warriors planned and led revolts on slave ships during the Middle Passage. They fought their enslavers throughout the Americas. And then they were erased from history.
Wake tells the “riveting” (Angela Y. Davis) story of Dr. Rebecca Hall, a historian, granddaughter of slaves, and a woman haunted by the legacy of slavery. The accepted history of slave revolts has always told her that enslaved women took a back seat. But Rebecca decides to look deeper, and her journey takes her through old court records, slave ship captain’s logs, crumbling correspondence, and even the forensic evidence from the bones of enslaved women from the “negro burying ground” uncovered in Manhattan. She finds women warriors everywhere.
Using a “remarkable blend of passion and fact, action and reflection” (NPR), Rebecca constructs the likely pasts of Adono and Alele, women rebels who fought for freedom during the Middle Passage, as well as the stories of women who led slave revolts in Colonial New York. We also follow Rebecca’s own story as the legacy of slavery shapes her life, both during her time as a successful attorney and later as a historian seeking the past that haunts her.
Illustrated beautifully in black and white, Wake will take its place alongside classics of the graphic novel genre, like Marjane Satrapi’s Persepolis and Art Spiegelman’s Maus. This story of a personal and national legacy is a powerful reminder that while the past is gone, we still live in its wake.
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Rough Guides Mini Corfu: Travel Guide with EBook
This mini pocket Corfu is perfect for travellers looking for essential information in a compact format. Written by Rough Guides' experts, it provides key details on must-see places, top attractions, and curated recommendations to help you make the most of your trip. With suggested itineraries, dining tips, and practical advice, it's your go-to companion for a seamless travel experience.
In this Corfu guidebook, you will find:
- Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, family-friendly activities, relaxing spots, and the best photo opportunities
- What's new and when to go - an overview of recent changes in the destination, plus seasonal insights and sustainable travel tips
- Things not to miss in Corfu - the northeast coast, the west coast, Paleokastritsa, Paxi and Andipaxi, Angeokastro, Liston, Byzantine Museum, Archaeological Museum, Museum of Asian Art, Achilleion Palace
- Tailored trip plans - three unique itineraries, including a Perfect tour for a short break
- Food and drink - recommendations on local specialities and the best dining experiences
- What to do in Corfu - entertainment, shopping, sports, kids' activities, events, and nightlife options
- Practical information - essential tips on transportation, money, healthcare, and tourist resources
- Overview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Corfu and around
- Greek section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local language
- Striking photography - stunning full-color images to inspire your journey
- Designed for comfort and sustainability - a velvet soft-touch cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials
- Bonus eBook - free download with purchase for added convenience
- Coverage includes: Kerkyra Town, the south, north of Kerkyra Town, the northeast, the north, the northwest, the west
Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning for a quick getaway, this guide to Corfu is your trusted travel companion. Packed with expert insights, practical tips, and curated recommendations, it ensures a smooth and enriching trip--no matter how short your stay.
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The Rough Guide to Greece: Travel Guide with EBook
by Rough Guides, Rebecca Hall, Nick Edwards, Maria Viskochil Edwards
Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Greece, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.
Inside this Greece travel book, you'll find:
- Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one
- Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests
- Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more
- Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities
- Seasonal tips - when to go to Greece, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
- Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Ía, Santorini, Shipwreck Bay Zakynthos, The Meteóra Monasteries, Hydra, wine tasting, Knossós Palace, The Pelion Peninsula, Nikos Taverna, Mykonos, Mystra, Samaria Gorge
- Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
- Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Greece
- Language essentials - a handy Greek dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals
- Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Greece, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust
- Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide
- Coverage includes: Athens and around, The Peloponnese, The central mainland, The northern mainland, The Argo-Saronic Islands, The Cyclades, Crete, The Dodecanese, The East and North Aegean, The Sporades and Évvia, The Ionian islands
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The Rough Guide to the Peloponnese: Travel Guide with EBook
Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to the Peloponnese, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.
Inside this Peloponnese travel book, you'll find:
- Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one
- Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests
- Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more
- Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities
- Seasonal tips - when to go to the Peloponnese, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
- Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Náfplio, Epidaurus, Monemvasiá, Mystra, the Máni, The Messenian Coast, Olympia, ancient Corinth, the Citadel - Mycenae, the fortress of Tiryns, Palamídhi
- Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
- Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of the Peloponnese
- Language essentials - a handy Greek dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals
- Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of the Peloponnese, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust
- Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide
- Coverage includes: Corinth and around, Argolid, The southeast, Kýthira, Spárti and around, Máni, Arcadia, Messinía, Olympia and Ilía, Pátra and Ahaïa
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The Rough Guide to the Greek Islands: Travel Guide with EBook
by Rough Guides, Rebecca Hall, Nick Edwards, Maria Viskochil Edwards
Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to the Greek Islands, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.
Inside this Greek Islands travel book, you'll find:
- Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one
- Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests
- Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more
- Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities
- Seasonal tips - when to go to the Greek Islands, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
- Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Mykonos nightlife, Kythira, Knossos Palace, Naxos activities, Delos, the cliffs of Kalymnos, church of Ekatondapyliani on Paros, Symi, Sarakiniko on Milos, Hania Harbour, Samaria Gorge, island wines, Kouremenos beach, Olymbos village on Karpathos, Corfu historic centre
- Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
- Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of the Greek Islands
- Language essentials - a handy Greek dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals
- Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of the Greek Islands, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust
- Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide
- Coverage includes: Athens and the mainland ports, the Argo-Saronic islands, the Cyclades, Crete, the Dodecanese, the East and North Aegean, the Sporades and Evvia, the Ionian islands
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