{"product_id":"2940170119837","title":"Travel as a Political Act","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChange the world one trip at a time. In this illuminating collection  of stories and lessons from the road, acclaimed travel writer Rick  Steves shares a powerful message that resonates now more than ever.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith  the world facing divisive events and movements like the rise of  nationalism, Trump, Brexit, Erdogan, and more, there's never been a more  important time to travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRick believes the risks of travel are widely exaggerated, and that fear is for people who don't get out much. After years of living out of a suitcase, he still marvels at how different cultures may find different truths to be self-evident. By sharing his experiences from Europe, Central America,  Asia, and the Middle East, Rick shows how we can learn more about own country by viewing it from afar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith gripping stories from Rick's decades of exploration, this fully revised edition of \u003ci\u003eTravel as a Political Act\u003c\/i\u003e is an antidote to the current climate of xenophobia. When we travel thoughtfully, we bring back the most beautiful souvenir of all: a broader perspective on the world that we all call home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hachette Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47102238523632,"sku":"2940170119837","price":24.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940170119837_p0.jpg?v=1763702732","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940170119837","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}