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Book Synopsis: Immerse yourself in hot springs from around the world in this stunning visual adventure that features photographs and stories of the unique topographies, regional uses, and cultural meanings of thermal baths.This book transports you to high mountains, remote islands, vast deserts, and the Arctic to soak in the ethereal beauty of natural hot springs. From sacred sites in India to municipal pools in Iceland and beyond, photojournalist Greta Rybus has traveled the world to document the warm, wild gathering places that have comforted the weary and adventurous for centuries. Each spring is unique, a reflection of not just its physical location but of the people who care for and enjoy it. Hot Springs guides you through breathtaking landscapes and offers intriguing insights on historical significance, proper etiquette, and the roles these springs have in their communities. You’ll hear from bathers in Hungary and Japan about how hot baths are a consistent part of their wellness and social routines. You’ll learn about a repatriated hot spring in South Africa and explore the power of communal ownership for locals in Alaska, Greenland, and Mexico. You’ll read about a pool that Antony reportedly gave to Cleopatra and hot springs in Iceland still connected to an outlaw past.Greta’s breathtaking photography transports you to more than two dozen worldwide locations while introducing you to the interconnected communities surrounding them. Hot Springs is your invitation to revel in the healing powers of water and its ability to connect us to ourselves, others, and the planet.
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Discover the captivating world of hot springs with the mesmerizing book, "Hot Springs: Photos and Stories of How the World Soaks, Swims, and Slows Down". Immerse yourself in a visual adventure filled with stunning photographs and captivating stories that showcase the unique landscapes, regional uses, and cultural significance of thermal baths across the globe. From secluded islands to majestic mountains, this book takes you on a journey to explore the ethereal beauty and calming allure of natural hot springs.
As you delve into the pages of "Hot Springs", you'll uncover the historical significance of these sanctuaries and gain intriguing insights into their proper etiquette and the vital roles they play within their communities. Feel the therapeutic powers of hot baths as you hear firsthand accounts from bathers in Hungary and Japan who have incorporated them into their wellness and social routines for generations. Learn about the repatriated hot spring in South Africa and witness the empowering effects of communal ownership experienced by locals in Alaska, Greenland, and Mexico.
Greta Rybus, a renowned photojournalist, captures the essence of over two dozen hot springs worldwide through awe-inspiring photography. Through her lens, you'll be transported to enchanting locations and introduced to the interconnected communities that surround them. From the pool that was reportedly gifted to Cleopatra by Antony to the hot springs in Iceland with a notorious outlaw past, each chapter offers a new perspective on the profound connection that water holds to ourselves, others, and the planet.
Indulge in the unparalleled beauty and tranquility of hot springs through "Hot Springs: Photos and Stories of How the World Soaks, Swims, and Slows Down". Allow the healing powers of water to soothe your soul and ignite a sense of wanderlust within you. Experience the marvels of hot springs from the comfort of your home and discover the profound impact they have on both individuals and communities worldwide.
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