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From the mysteries, violence and magic of old Bali, to the tropical paradise which inspires everyone who visits it--from the artists who set up salons there in the 1930s to the hippies who discovered its great surf in the 60's--Bali is a fascinating country, whose unique culture and environment now threaten it with a massive invasion of paradise-seekers. This book provides an introduction to Bali's history and traditions, chronicling the oddities and acuities of Western perceptions of this spectacular island. After reading Bali: A Paradise Created, seasoned travelers and armchair tourists alike will be amazed by their fresh insights into Bali and its effect on Westerners like themselves.Vickers, Adrian is the author of 'Bali:paradise Created' with ISBN 9780945971283 and ISBN 0945971281.
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