Costa Rica   |   READING AND TRAVEL GUIDE

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Essential Books These 4 items are available for $67, including
U.S. shipping, a 15% discount (Item no. EXCRC30)		  
Lonely Planet Costa Rica  •  Mara Vorhees
GUIDEBOOK •  2010 •  PAPER  • 608 PAGES
A practical guide in the popular series, featuring a wildlife guide, adventure travel section and 32 pages of full-color photographs. (CRC19, $21.99)		   Lonely Planet Costa Rica
The Ticos  •  Richard Biesanz
CULTURAL PORTRAIT •  1999 •  PAPER  • 307 PAGES • HARD TO FIND ELSEWHERE
An insightful, fact-filled portrait of Costa Rican culture, history and society. It's an excellent survey for the interested traveler, covering history, government and politics, the economy, the family, education and religion. (CRC32, $22.95)		   The Ticos
Costa Rica, A Traveler's Literary Companion  •  Barbara Ras
ANTHOLOGY •  1994 •  PAPER  • 238 PAGES
This well chosen anthology brings together 26 mostly modern stories by Costa Rican writers. It's a wonderful introduction to the character of the people, culture and land. (CRC03, $14.95)		   Costa Rica, A Traveler's Literary Companion
Costa Rica Adventure Map  •  National Geographic
2008 •  MAP
A double-sided full color map of Costa Rica at a scale of 1:500,000 with good shaded relief, topographic detail, roads and waterways, basic travel information, and an inset of San Jose. Built for the road (or raft or trail), it's printed on waterproof, tear-resistant paper. Two Sides. 38x25 inches. (CAM22, $11.95)		   Costa Rica Adventure Map



Also Recommended

Breaking Out of Beginner's Spanish  •  Joseph Keenan   • LANGUAGE & PHRASEBOOKS  •  Idioms, common mistakes in word usage, and other helpful advice on tackling spoken Spanish. You'll need some foundation to take full advantage of this book -- but even a complete novice will appreciate the author's playful sense of humor. (CAM06, $19.95)
 		  
Costa Rica in Focus  •  Tjabel Daling   • GUIDEBOOK  •  A concise guide to the people, politics, economy and culture of Costa Rica. The author explores the history of democracy since the abolition of the army in 1948; the economic doldrums of the 1980s; and the impact of tourism. (CRC28, $12.95)
 		  
Costa Rican Spanish  •  Lonely Planet   • LANGUAGE & PHRASEBOOKS  •  A pocket guide to understanding idioms, slang and Spanish as it is spoken by the Ticos. (CRC25, $8.99)
 		  
Culture Smart! Costa Rica  •  Jane Koutnik   • GUIDEBOOK  •  A guide to local customs, etiquette and culture. (CRC45, $9.95)
 		  
National Geographic Costa Rica  •  Christopher P. Baker   • GUIDEBOOK  •  This stylish and informative travel resource features 200 photographs, many maps and good information on the country's history, nature and culture. (CRC26, $22.95)
 		  
A Brief History of Central America  •  Hector Perez-Brignoll   • HISTORY  •  A good overview of the region's economic, political and social history through the 1980s by a professor at the University of Costa Rica. Well-written, informative and concise. (CAM49, $25.95)
 		  
Coffee and Power, Revolution and the Rise of Democracy in Central America  •  Jeffery M. Paige   • HISTORY  •  Panoramic in scope, this scholarly history examines the emerging democracies of Central America and especially the political impact on powerful families who control coffee production. (CAM50, $30.00)
 		  
The Art of Crossing Cultures  •  Craig Storti   • CULTURAL PORTRAIT  •  Tips for travelers adjusting to a new culture. (GEN136, $24.95)
 		  
A Naturalist in Costa Rica  •  Alexander Skutch   • NATURAL HISTORY  •  A warm account of living and studying ornithology in the Pacific hills of Costa Rica over the last 35 years at what is now Los Cusingos Neotropical Bird Sanctuary. Skutch died on his ranch in 2004 just short of his 100th birthday. (CAM09, $24.95)
 		  
The Monkey's Bridge, Mysteries of Evolution in Central America  •  David Rains Wallace   • NATURAL HISTORY  •  Opening this absorbing account of the history and biogeography of the Central American isthmus with the tale of Columbus, Wallace then weaves his own travels in the region with a crisp overview of exploration, nature and evolution. Natural history buffs and ecologically minded travelers will appreciate this valuable resource. (CAM56, $18.95)
 		  
Tropical Nature  •  Adrian Forsyth  •  Ken Miyata   • NATURAL HISTORY • FAVORITE  •  A lucid portrait of the tropics as seen by two uncommonly observant and thoughtful field biologists. Its 17 marvelous essays introduce the habitats, ecology, plants and animals of the Central and South American rainforest. (GPS13, $16.00)
 		  
Wild Costa Rica  •  Adrian Hepworth   • NATURAL HISTORY  •  This beautiful, informative survey of the habitats, wildlife and protected areas of Costa Rica features 200 color photographs and chapters on natural history and conservation. (CRC69, $29.95)
 		  
A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica  •  Susan Fogdon  •  Michael Fogdon   • FIELD GUIDE  •  Arranged by family groups, this pocket field guide to 250 common birds includes color photos, identification notes and range maps. (CRC42, $15.95)
 		  
Costa Rica Birds  •  James Kavanagh   • FIELD GUIDE  •  A handy, laminated fold-up card with full-color illustrations of birds commonly found in Costa Rica. Great for kids, too. (CRC56, $5.95)
 		  
Costa Rica Butterflies & Moths  •  James Kavanagh   • FIELD GUIDE  •  A handy, laminated fold-up card. (CRC57, $5.95)
 		  
Costa Rica, Travellers' Wildlife Guides  •  Les Beletsky   • FIELD GUIDE  •  This handy field guide features 350 color illustrations of commonly encountered birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles. With chapters on habitats, parks and conservation. (CRC11, $29.99)
 		  
Costa Rican Wildlife  •  Pocket Naturalist   • FIELD GUIDE  •  Put it in your pocket! This handy, fold-up card includes color illustrations of dozens of typical birds, mammals and reptiles. We also carry plastic cards for Costa Rica Birds (Item CRC56) and Costa Rica Butterflies & Moths (Item CRC57), $5.95 each. (CRC24, $5.95)
 		  
Mammals of Costa Rica  •  Fiona Reid   • FIELD GUIDE  •  A palm-sized guide to 65 native mammals, with handsome full-color illustrations and helpful descriptions. Includes a map, viewing tips and a checklist. (CRC37, $7.00)
 		  
 
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