To continue our monthly series of book lists, the Washington Talking Book & Braille Library would like to recommend the following lighthearted travel books.
When You Look Like Your Passport Photo, It's Time to Go Home by Erma Bombeck. As a seasoned traveler, humorist Bombeck offers advice on such topics as packing, jet lag, group tours, and photos. Cassette book RC 33935. Large print book LP 11181.
The Cat Who Went to Paris by Peter Gethers. The author hated cats before his girlfriend presented him with Norton, a small grey kitten who took over his life. He recounts their adventures from vacations on Fire Island to business trips abroad. Cassette book RC 34131. Braille book BR 8854. Large print book LP 20849.
There's No Toilet Paper…On The Road Less Traveled: The Best of Travel Humor And Misadventure edited by Doug Lansky. Twenty-six writers relate embarrassing, frustrating, comical, but certainly memorable moments from their sojourns abroad. Cassette book RC 58588.
Driving Over Lemons: An Optimist in Andalucia by Chris Stewart. A former rock drummer recalls he and his wife naively purchasing land in Andalucia, Spain, and gamely making a go at being full time farmers without the benefit of plumbing or electricity. Braille book BR 12933. Large print book LP 17203.
The Innocents Abroad: Or, The New Pilgrim's Progress by Mark Twain. A satirical account of a voyage through the Mediterranean and travel in the bordering countries. A classic study of the differences between Americans and Europeans. Cassette book RC 36186.
Dave Barry's Only Travel Guide You'll Ever Need by Dave Barry. In addition to bizarre highlights for each of the 50 states, Barry provides nonsensical foreign phrases and tips on surviving such tourist attractions as Disney World. Cassette book RC 34979.
A Walk In The Woods: Rediscovering America On The Appalachian Trail by Bill Bryson. Bryson relates the adventures and misadventures of two totally unfit hikers as he and longtime friend Stephen Katz traverse the 2,100-mile Appalachian Trail. Cassette book RC 46519. Large print book LP 15133.
Link to previous Recommended Reads.