Jeff Greenwald's storytelling career is fueled by a life of adventurous, often disastrous, journeys that began with his first ill-fated trip abroad at seventeen. His tales and essays delve into the complexities of travel, transforming mishaps into rich fodder for compelling narratives that explore the human experience. Greenwald’s work offers readers a unique perspective, moving beyond mere destinations to uncover the deeper impacts of venturing into the world.
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Offers specific strategies and tools that can help players to play the best tennis of their life. This title provides a glimpse into the mental game that gets to the heart of a player's inner struggle. It includes numerous examples that highlight the impact of the mind on personal performance.
Jeff Greenwald's classic travelogue follows his quest for the "perfect" Buddha statue. At turns hilarious and moving, his quest features a cast of amazing characters — from a passionate palmist to a flying lama — who provide unforgettable glimpses into the daily life and culture of the former kingdom (including a wild ride on Kathmandu’s very first escalator). Greenwald doesn't shy away from Shangri-la’s darker side. Along with colorful descriptions of Hindu and Buddhist mythology, the book tells of the rampant corruption, art smuggling, assassination attempts and human right abuses that would ignite Nepal’s violent "People Power" Revolution in April 1990. A new afterword by the author recounts Nepal's tumultuous recent history — including the massacre of the royal family — in vivid detail. And a new preface introduces this 25th anniversary edition with some thoughts about how Nepal, and travel writing, have evolved since the book’s first publication. Shopping for Buddhas remains a must-read for anyone who has visited, or plans to visit, Nepal.
Exploring the significance of personal belongings, this photo-memoir recounts the stories behind 108 cherished objects from the author's life as a travel journalist. Each item reflects memories of adventure, connection, and emotion, organized into six thematic realms: Travel, Gifts, Love, Earth Moon & Stars, Endings, and Spirit. The choice of 108 objects holds spiritual meaning in various cultures. Accompanied by evocative photography, the narrative invites readers to reflect on their own connections to the things they hold dear.