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The Snow LeopardDiscover the breathtaking journey of 'The Snow Leopard,' a captivating hardback exploration into one of the most remote regions of the world. Written by acclaimed author Peter Matthiessen, this masterpiece of travel and nature writing invites readers to traverse the enchanting Tibetan plateau of Dolpo in the high Himalayas. First published in 1998, this special edition beautifully captures Matthiessens 1973 expedition, where he undertook a grueling
Discover the breathtaking journey of 'The Snow Leopard,' a captivating hardback exploration into one of the most remote regions of the world. Written by acclaimed author Peter Matthiessen, this masterpiece of travel and nature writing invites readers to traverse the enchanting Tibetan plateau of Dolpo in the high Himalayas. First published in 1998, this special edition beautifully captures Matthiessen’s 1973 expedition, where he undertook a grueling 250-mile trek in search of the elusive snow leopard. Alongside the majestic landscapes, this poignant narrative also reveals the spiritual and emotional quests that accompany such adventures.As Matthiessen navigates the harsh realities of icy blizzards and exhausting climbs, his rich storytelling immerses you in the breathtaking beauty and indifference of nature. The book serves not only as an adventurous account but also as a profound commentary on life, exploration, and the deep connections we share with our surroundings.
This edition comes with an insightful introduction by naturalist Richard Mabey, adding depth to the already compelling narrative. Ideal for lovers of travel literature, nature enthusiasts, and those intrigued by rare wildlife, 'The Snow Leopard' promises to captivate the imagination and inspire a sense of wonder. Experience the legacy of Matthiessen's work, praised by critics like Paul Theroux as 'worthy of the mountains he is among.'
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780099771111
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 1998
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 336
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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780099771111
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 1998
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 336
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'Matthiessen's book is a triumph that will outlive him. It is a masterpiece' John Hillaby
Enjoy this special edition hardback of one of the greatest pieces of travel and nature writing ever written. Go with Peter Matthiessen all the way to Dolpo, a Tibetan plateau in the high Himalayas.
This is the account of a journey to the dazzling Tibetan plateau of Dolpo in the high Himalayas. In 1973 Matthiessen made the 250-mile trek to Dolpo, as part of an expedition to study wild blue sheep. It was an arduous, sometimes dangerous, physical endeavour- exertion, blisters, blizzards, endless negotiations with sherpas, quaking cold. But it was also a 'journey of the heart' - amongst the beauty and indifference of the mountains Matthiessen was searching for solace. He was also searching for a glimpse of a snow leopard, a creature so rarely spotted as to be almost mythical.
WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY RICHARD MABEY
'A beautiful book, and worthy of the mountains he is among' Paul Theroux
'A delight' i Paper
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★★★★★ 5
Good purchase and superb seller.
Format: Paperback
This is a very good book. I was very satisfied with the service I received, I got the book before the expected time. I was really supprised with the shape of the book...it was a used book but looked like brand new. I say this was superb purchase and the seller was top notch.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2013
★★★★★ 5
Great for Presentation Education
Format: Paperback
It has been some time since I have utilized Beyond Bullet Points, but this is one text book that kept with me. The point of the book is to help a presenter get their point across to the audience through Powerpoint presentations, and the book does this well. I am sure there are editions other than this one at this point, and I would definitely recommend looking into them in order to keep up to date. Starting with this book is a great idea due to its simplicity.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2014
★★★★★ 4
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This is a great resource. I thought I created great presentations before. Reading this made me realize the mistakes I was making and have me a process for really improving my decks
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Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2014
★★★★★ 5
This book will make a difference in your presentation.
Format: Paperback
If you rely on Powerpoint-like presentation in your work, get Cliff Atkinson's Beyond Bullet Points. I had determined that improving my company's presentations had potentially very high returns so I started poking around the net and Amazon for resources to help. At first, I struck out with books that were supposed to improve presentations, but ended up being guides on technically how to use Powerpoint. That was NOT what I was looking for.
Beyond Bullet Points is very different. It is a philosophy about creating presentations whose purpose is to communicate a story, not dump information. Frankly, it was not intuitive for me so I had to decide to just trust that it would work. When I was about ¾ finished, I started to really "feel" what I was doing. And, to my surprise, the most unlikely people really liked the result.
In a world where most business and how-to books are nothing more that restating what you already know (or, what you know isn't true), this one is an exception. I highly recommend it!
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Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2005
★★★★★ 5
Presentations with the audience in mind
Format: Paperback
I bought this hoping it would be a guide to creating Big-3 Consulting-style slides with fancy diagrams and eye-catching graphic design. That is not what this book is. Instead, this book is about how to tell a story with slides, using the framework of a five act drama. With this method forcing you to focus on who your audience is, what they need to know, and how much time you have to tell them (as opposed to trying to shoehorn everything you know about a subject into your pitch) you end up with a presentation that finishes on time for intelligent questions from an engaged audience.
Since buying the book I have given several well-received presentations using precisely that technique. With no words on screen there is no temptation to just read the bullet points, and the audience cannot think ahead of you and must instead listen to what you're saying. You have to know your material to use this method, but when you succeed your audience will be impressed with your knowledge of the subject matter. (If you're working in a group project and want to Blue Falcon a non-contributing teammate, try giving them a few of these slides to speak to.)
The recommended slide format is one picture and one headline per slide, with no bullet points at all. The book suggests creating Notes Pages with an outline of your talk as a handout, since the slides themselves don't stand alone. (And that's a good thing--visual aids are supposed to *augment* the presentation, not *be* the presentation.)
In conclusion, this book might not be for everyone, but it was exactly what I needed.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2018
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