First published 2021
Anthony Bourdain traveled more extensively than most people ever will. He explored hidden corners of New York City and remote tribal longhouses in Borneo. He visited cosmopolitan centers like Buenos Aires, Paris, and Shanghai alongside the raw beauty of Tanzania and Oman's Empty Quarter desert. This collection transforms his lifetime of travel into a practical guide written in his distinctive voice. Bourdain shares advice on transportation, food, accommodations, and pitfalls to avoid. The book includes context explaining why certain destinations captivated him. Essays from friends, colleagues, and family members add depth to his observations. His brother Christopher contributes sardonic stories about traveling together. Music producer Steve Albini maps Chicago's best budget dining. Wesley Allsbrook provides illustrations for each chapter. The guide serves veteran travelers, armchair explorers, and everyone between.
Genres: travel, adventure, non-fiction, biography-memoir
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: memoir, travelogue
Setting: Borneo, Buenos Aires, Chicago, New York City, Oman, Paris, Shanghai, Tanzania
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