Die spektakuläre Entdeckung des sagenumwobenen Paradieses der Tibeter. Ian Baker hat geschafft, was niemandem vor ihm gelang: Als Erster fand er das mythische Paradies des alten Tibets. Die abenteuerlichste Expedition der letzten Jahrzehnte, die außergewöhnliche Entdeckung eines der wildesten und unzugänglichsten Orte der Welt und eine spirituelle Reise in das Innere des Buddhismus.
Ian Baker Bücher






Country Wit. Quips and Quotes on Rural Pursuits
- 254 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
This collection of witty observations captures the bittersweet joys of country life, offering entertainment and amusement for both countryside enthusiasts and those enjoying it from a city retreat.
The Heart of the World
- 528 Seiten
- 19 Lesestunden
Ian Baker's memoir of his journey to the long-hidden source of the Shangri-La myth - 'one of the most extraordinary tales of adventure and discovery ever told' (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fifty Materials That Make the World
- 292 Seiten
- 11 Lesestunden
Exploring the relationship between materials and technological advancement, this book delves into various materials, from stone and wood to metals and composites. Each chapter highlights the discovery, historical significance, and contemporary uses of a specific material, as well as its impact on society and potential future applications. Key materials discussed include silicon, glass, rubber, and rare earth magnets, illustrating how these elements shape our daily lives and drive innovation.
The Heart of the World: A Journey to Tibet's Lost Paradise
- 544 Seiten
- 20 Lesestunden
Dad's Wit. Quips and Quotes for Fantastic Fathers
- 206 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
This book is filled with humorous quips and quotes that celebrate the joys of fatherhood, reminding dads why it's the best job in the world, even amidst the chaos.
Half Wit. The Silliest Things People Wish They'd Never Said
- 206 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
This collection showcases a plethora of absurd malapropisms and spoonerisms, guaranteed to provoke laughter. It features not only celebrities and politicians but also renowned literary figures who have committed amusing blunders.
Straší vás matematika ve snech či se kvůli ní bojíte oka zamhouřit? Dělají se vám z číslic mžitky před očima? Nechte Vražednou matematiku, aby z vás pomocí kryptoanalýzy sňala toto břímě a učinila z vás během chvilky geniální luštitele šifer. Čistí matematici vám ukáží, jak se dá díky počítačům bezpečně nakupovat, odhaleno bude také tajemství záhadné Enigmy. A nakonec mafiáni opět nenechají nikoho na pochybách, že jsou ti neprohnanější lumpové všech dob!
