Ethiopia
By Philip Briggs
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Paperback, 624 pages
16pp colour photos & 70 maps
Published: April 2009 (5th edition)ISBN: 9781841622842 Format: 216mm x 135mm Status: Available £16.99
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While the world taps its feet, Ethiopia breakdances with its shoulders – and Bradt's Ethiopia is the most thorough guide available to this vibrant land of majestic landscapes, rich history and welcoming people. Ever since its first publication, its blend of enthusiasm and down-to-earth advice has attracted rave reviews from both the travel press and readers. Series: Bradt Travel Guides Rating: 4.7 / 5 stars - 15 vote(s). |
Press Reviews:
'Essential reading for anyone with the remotest interest in Ethiopia...a complete reference book to Ethiopia as well as an excellent travel guide.' Travel Africa
'An indispensable handbook for anyone wishing to visit Ethiopia.'
The Guardian
'Thorough and reassuring, it provides all the practical and background information to make readers leap from their armchairs and visit this vast, magical country.'
The Daily Telegraph
"The Bradt Guide has almost everything you need to read about the country’s history, tourist attractions and hotels, and proves itself to be an invaluable companion while in the country."
SX News
"Highly personal and informative guidebook ... his enthusiasm is reflected in every chapter."
Business in Africa
'Your guide made great reading, particularly before we left. The local history, mythology and general 'story', is really complex and well worth 'swotting-up' beforehand. Continue the good work.'
Henry Dawson
Reviewed by: Marc Leaderman, Head of Operat on 15th February 2012 1:09PM
'Where they exist (and I am still hassling them for Burundi and Afghanistan!) we usually recommend Bradt Guides as the first choice for all our clients as well as to tour-leaders and operations staff. Ethiopia is phenomenal!
Marc Leaderman, Head of Operations, Wild Frontiers
Reviewed by: Ron Elimelech on 3rd January 2012 11:14AM
'First let me commend you on a fantastic guide book. It is truly encyclopedic, well researched, and written in an enjoyable style - one of the best guidebooks I ever used. This is certainly the most authoritative budget-oriented guide to Ethiopia on the market and I used it extensively during my visit to Ethiopia in October 2009.'
Reviewed by: Kate Mandeville on 19th December 2011 3:25PM
‘Engaging, easy to read but comprehensive – excellent’
Reviewed by: Guillaume Thuet on 14th December 2011 2:02PM
'I have used two guides written by Philip Briggs and both are the best guides I have ever used. Thanks Philip for your passion and great job!'
Reviewed by: Guillaume Thuet on 14th December 2011 1:45PM
'I have used two guides written by Philip Briggs and both are the best guides I have ever used. Thanks Philip for your passion and great job!'
Reviewed by: John Harron on 21st November 2011 12:49PM
Your guide to Ethiopia encouraged me to get on a plane and go there - wonderful place!
Reviewed by: Sue Turnbull on 1st September 2011 4:19PM
'A Bradt travel guide is my reference source of choice when planning any holiday.'
Reviewed by: Helen O'Neill on 1st September 2011 3:10PM
"Excellent. I love the personal views!"
Reviewed by: I Quesada on 13th December 2010 12:00AM
'I am completely addicted to your guidebooks and would not even consider anything else for traveling in Africa! Your Ethopia guidebook helped make my trip unforgettable.'
Reviewed by: Alistair Lawrence on 10th October 2009 12:00AM
'I have found the detailed information on all aspects of Ethiopia extremely useful...Phil Briggs is to be congratulated, He makes a wonderful travel companion.'
Reviewed by: Harry Atkins on 25th July 2009 12:00AM
'Again my hearty congratulations on a well-done job. As far as I am concerned, your guidebook on Ethiopia is the best.'
Reviewed by: Janet Budd on 18th April 2009 12:00AM
'Splendid guide. Invaluable companion.'
Reviewed by: Jay Burman on 1st April 2009 12:00AM
'Excellent guide book - particularly the historical section. Better than any text book.' Finbar O'Sullivan - Ireland 'Most informative by far!'
Reviewed by: Dr. Petra Zimmerman-Steinhart on 26th February 2009 12:00AM
'Living in Ethiopia for a number of years now, I still enjoy Philip Briggs' guide because it's simply the best guide available whether it is about getting ideas where to go, where to stay and what to expect. This holds true for the latest edition as much as it did for previous ones. Thanks!'
PART ONE GENERAL INFORMATION
Chapter 1 Ethiopia at a Glance
Facts and figures, Federal regions
Chapter 2 Culture and History
Language, Religion, History
Chapter 3 Wildlife
Mammals, Reptiles, Birds
Chapter 4 Planning and Preparation
When to visit, Tourist information, Getting to Ethiopia, Paperwork, Money matters, Packing, Planning an itinerary
Chapter 5 Traveling in Ethiopia
Tourist information, Public holidays, Money, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating and drinking, Shopping, Nightlife, music and dancing, Media and communications, Crime, Hassles
Chapter 6 Bridging the Cultural Gap
Responsible tourism, Guilt, Cultural perspectives, Giving, Overcharging and bargaining, Budget travel and meanness
Chapter 7 Health and Safety
Preparations, Diseases, Medical facilities, Insects, Outdoor health, Disabled travel
PART TWO ADDIS ABABA
Chapter 8 Addis Ababa
PART THREE NORTHERN ETHIOPIA
Chapter 9 Addis Ababa to Lake Tana by Road
Chapter 10 Bahir Dar and Lake Tana
Chapter 11 Gonder and the Simien Mountains
Chapter 12 Axum and the Adigrat Road
Chapter 13 Rock-hewn Churches of Northeast Tigrai
Chapter 14 Mekele and the Danakil
Chapter 15 Dessie, Woldia and Surrounds
Chapter 16 Dessie to Addis Ababa
Chapter 17 Lalibela and Surrounds
PART FOUR EASTERN ETHIOPIA
Chapter 18 Addis Ababa to Adama by Road
Chapter 19 Awash National Park and the Assab Road
Chapter 20 Harar and Dire Dawa
PART FIVE SOUTHERN ETHIOPIA
Chapter 21 Addis Ababa to the Rift Valley via Butajira
Chapter 22 The Rift Valley South to Awassa
Chapter 23 The Bale and Arsi Highlands
Chapter 24 The Moyale Road
Chapter 25 Arba Minch and the Konso Highlands
Chapter 26 South Omo
PART SIX WESTERN ETHIOPIA
Chapter 27 The Wenchi Loop
Chapter 28 The Western Highlands
Chapter 29 Gambella
Appendix I Ethiopian Swing
Appendix 2 Further Reading
Appendix 3 Language
Appendix 4 Glossary
Appendix 5 Key Historical and Legendary Figures in Ethiopia
Appendix 6 Some Ethiopic Transciptions of Place Names
Index
Based in South Africa, Philip Briggs has travelled extensively throughout the continent. He is the author of Bradt's Ghana, Malawi, Mozambique, Northern Tanzania: The Bradt Safari Guide with Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar, Tanzania and Uganda, and is the co-author of Rwanda.
'Your guide made great reading, particularly before we left. The local history, mythology and general 'story', is really complex and well worth 'swotting-up' beforehand. Continue the good work.'
Henry Dawson
Reviewed by: Marc Leaderman, Head of Operat on 15th February 2012 1:09PM
'Where they exist (and I am still hassling them for Burundi and Afghanistan!) we usually recommend Bradt Guides as the first choice for all our clients as well as to tour-leaders and operations staff. Ethiopia is phenomenal!
Marc Leaderman, Head of Operations, Wild Frontiers
Reviewed by: Ron Elimelech on 3rd January 2012 11:14AM
'First let me commend you on a fantastic guide book. It is truly encyclopedic, well researched, and written in an enjoyable style - one of the best guidebooks I ever used. This is certainly the most authoritative budget-oriented guide to Ethiopia on the market and I used it extensively during my visit to Ethiopia in October 2009.'
Reviewed by: Kate Mandeville on 19th December 2011 3:25PM
‘Engaging, easy to read but comprehensive – excellent’
Reviewed by: Guillaume Thuet on 14th December 2011 2:02PM
'I have used two guides written by Philip Briggs and both are the best guides I have ever used. Thanks Philip for your passion and great job!'
Reviewed by: Guillaume Thuet on 14th December 2011 1:45PM
'I have used two guides written by Philip Briggs and both are the best guides I have ever used. Thanks Philip for your passion and great job!'
Reviewed by: John Harron on 21st November 2011 12:49PM
Your guide to Ethiopia encouraged me to get on a plane and go there - wonderful place!
Reviewed by: Sue Turnbull on 1st September 2011 4:19PM
'A Bradt travel guide is my reference source of choice when planning any holiday.'
Reviewed by: Helen O'Neill on 1st September 2011 3:10PM
"Excellent. I love the personal views!"
Reviewed by: I Quesada on 13th December 2010 12:00AM
'I am completely addicted to your guidebooks and would not even consider anything else for traveling in Africa! Your Ethopia guidebook helped make my trip unforgettable.'
Reviewed by: Alistair Lawrence on 10th October 2009 12:00AM
'I have found the detailed information on all aspects of Ethiopia extremely useful...Phil Briggs is to be congratulated, He makes a wonderful travel companion.'
Reviewed by: Harry Atkins on 25th July 2009 12:00AM
'Again my hearty congratulations on a well-done job. As far as I am concerned, your guidebook on Ethiopia is the best.'
Reviewed by: Janet Budd on 18th April 2009 12:00AM
'Splendid guide. Invaluable companion.'
Reviewed by: Jay Burman on 1st April 2009 12:00AM
'Excellent guide book - particularly the historical section. Better than any text book.' Finbar O'Sullivan - Ireland 'Most informative by far!'
Reviewed by: Dr. Petra Zimmerman-Steinhart on 26th February 2009 12:00AM
'Living in Ethiopia for a number of years now, I still enjoy Philip Briggs' guide because it's simply the best guide available whether it is about getting ideas where to go, where to stay and what to expect. This holds true for the latest edition as much as it did for previous ones. Thanks!'
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