The Robin Hood 500 Route
Robin Hood. Maid Marian. Little John. Friar Tuck. Alan a Dale. Will Scarlet. All names which have become immortalised not just in English folklore, but hailed in world legend. What is the historical truth behind these enigmatic figures-and what became of them after their celebrated adventures?In this book, Robin Hood enthusiast Neil Hallam invites you to join him on the trip of a lifetime as he travels around some of the most scenic locations in England searching for the facts behind this famous yet inscrutable outlaw. His travels take him far beyond busy Nottingham and Sherwood Forest to the village of Robin Hood, the bucolic hamlet of Loxley, charming Whitby and the beautiful Robin Hood's Bay, via a plethora of caves, coves, churches, crags and castles just waiting to be discovered along the way.Drawing on historical research, national folklore and local legend, Neil pieces together a fascinating and entertaining tapestry of swashbuckling adventures, intriguing mysteries and ancient curiosities which will make you want to visit each and every amazing location for yourself.
Marco Wong 2023 UK School Tours
Unlike last trip (and book) this time I planned to write about this journey once checked in at the Hong Kong International Airport. I planned to write on the train rides but unfortunately for some reason they were not stable enough for me to even write the postcards. Turns out taking First Class rides helps very little regarding the situation. Anyway, time to recap the school tours and the lovely moments. 26/1/2023 9:04 a.m. London Time Heathrow Airport
English Literature and Society in the Eighteenth Century
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England in the Age of Wycliffe
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A Topographical Dictionary of Scotland, Comprising the Several Counties, Islands, Cities, Burgh and Market Towns, Parishes, and Principal Villages
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A Tour Thro' The Whole Island Of Great Britain
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Grain and Chaff From an English Manor
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A Pedestrian Tour through North Wales in a Series of Letters
In the Summer of 1794, Samuel Taylor Coleridge set out for North Wales with his Cambridge friend, Joseph Hucks. A Pedestrian Tour through North Wales, published the following year, is the latter's account of their travels. It was a turbulent time that had brought into question many old verities: the American colonies had recently broken off from the British Empire, and France was mid-way through its devastating revolution, heads still rolling off the guillotine while that most civilised of nations lived through the Reign of Terror. The two friends, 22 years of age, set out with rucksacks and old clothing, mingling with the peasants, staying at inns, and travelling everywhere on foot, at a time when the vogue of pedestrian tours was just beginning, and when voluntarily walking from place to place was not considered respectable. Their 600-mile journey, quite an achievement in that era, went as far south as Aberystwyth and passed through Devil's Bridge. Follow them on their journey and see them sneer at modern repairs on Beaurmaris Castle, flinch at promiscuous nudity in the beaches of Abergele, cause alarm among children near Conwy, be taken for Frenchmen by the same, break bedroom windows in Tregarron in order to get air, and a great deal more. Hucks the backpacker and poet supplies us with a unique, entertaining, and elegantly written glimpse into 18th-century North Wales.
A Tour Thro' The Whole Island Of Great Britain
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Grain and Chaff From an English Manor
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The Scandinavian Kingdom of Dublin
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Court Life Under the Plantagenets
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Court Life Under the Plantagenets
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The Night Side of London
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Scotland
Yearning to delve into the mysteries of the Highlands? Skip the tourist traps and unearth new ways to delight in its legendary landscape. (2024 Edition) Have you dreamed of visiting Scotland but hate canned tours? Overwhelmed by which marvels to choose when short on time? Struggling with planning but don't want to be beholden to a guide? Author and seasoned traveler Christy Nicholas has turned her passion for the nooks and crannies of the country's beautiful lonely moors into a deep knowledge of a country bursting with history and beauty. And now she's here to share a treasure trove of tips for relishing the wonders of this stunning destination so you can ditch the stress and soak in the culture.Scotland: Stunning, Strange, and Secret is the ultimate companion to uncovering little-known gems that will transport you to a place and time that birthed legends and captivated millions. Nicholas's veteran advice helps you explore every county and avoid the crowds, while immersing in the author's favorite locales and savoring the breathtaking grandeur of the land of whisky and tartans. See mesmerizing sites missed by the hordes and return home reinvigorated after an experience you'll cherish for a lifetime.In Scotland: Stunning, Strange, and Secret, you'll discover: - Expert guidance for engaging in a journey that reveals a rarely seen world- Geographic phenomena like the spectacular Orkney Islands to add unique touches to a memorable adventure- Stories and myths leading to stone circles and Pictish art for a spellbinding encounter of the ages- Practical information for budgeting so you can make that seemingly impossible dream a reality- Detailed plans to help you maximize your precious hours, suggestions for choosing locations from an abundance of options, and much, much more!Scotland: Stunning, Strange, and Secret: A Guide to Hidden Scotland is an eye-opening travel guidebook. If you like escaping the beaten path, a conversational approach, and creating lasting memories, then you'll love Christy Nicholas's invaluable resource.
A Guide Through The District Of The Lakes In The North Of England
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Black's Picturesque Tourist of Scotland; Volume 1
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A Topographical Dictionary of Scotland, Comprising the Several Counties, Islands, Cities, Burgh and Market Towns, Parishes, and Principal Villages
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Black’s Picturesque Tourist of Scotland; Volume 2
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A Chorographical Description Or Survey Of The County Of Devon. With Additions
England in the Age of Wycliffe
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The Scandinavian Kingdom of Dublin
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Natural Wonders of the British Isles
If this title seems a little pretentious, I can only say, in my defence, that it was the title of the second Noble Caledonia cruise to be embarked upon after the partial easing of the Covid-19 lockdown in 2021. Places visited included such diverse locations as the remote archipelago of St Kilda, the Hebrides, Loch Torridon, Rathlin Island, the Giant's Causeway, Anglesey, St David's, Lundy, the Isles of Scilly, and Fowey, all the time accompanied by a team of enthusiastic experts to point out items of interest.
Metropolitan Improvements
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Metropolitan Improvements
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A Guide Through The District Of The Lakes In The North Of England
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A Chorographical Description Or Survey Of The County Of Devon. With Additions
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Tours in Wales; Volume 1
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Black's Picturesque Tourist of Scotland
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Black's Picturesque Tourist of Scotland
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Put the Oven On
Have you always wanted to visit the UK, but you're worried about what you have heard about the food?Are you planning a trip across the pond and have no idea what food to order when you get there?Did you once live in Great Britain and miss the sausage rolls, fish and chips, and delicious puddings?Pocket sized and perfect for travel. This lighthearted look at British cuisine will be invaluable if you plan to travel to the United Kingdom.Put the Oven On includes: A comprehensive British-to-American food list, so you will know what to look for when shopping.Information on dining and tipping etiquette, and how it differs from the US.Where some of the bad-food narrative came from even though British food is actually fabulous.
Visions of Anglotopia
A few months ago, I started a picture series on our social media channels chronicling my over 20 years of travel to Britain through my personal 100 favorite pictures of Britain that I've taken over the years. The goal was to countdown to my trip and build up the excitement with our followers.But I was also working on a secret project with those 100 pictures concurrently. I've been laying them out into a special hardcover book which we're announcing today. It's called Visions of Anglotopia: A Personal Tour of Britain.When I started this project in the spring, I wanted to show everyone MY Britain and what it means to me. I started with my first trip to Britain in 2001, and I finished with my last trip there in 2018 when we drove from Land's End to John O'Groats. In between, I shared pictures from the rise, crash, and rebirth of Anglotopia.Now, these pictures are together in one place, in a special, limited edition hardcover book. I've always wanted to make a hardcover photography book with pretty pictures of Britain, and this seems as good a time as any to do it!The book measures 8.5 inches by 8.5 inches square. It is hardcover, with a dust jacket. It's printed on high-quality paper using a premium printing process (different from what we use for our magazine and other books).This is a unique project for us - we've not done a large hardcover photography book, so it's important that we sell as many as possible in advance to help keep printing costs under control. The book is pretty much done, as I've been working on it for the last three months. We have decided to produce just 250 copies. We hope to sell them all.I do hope you will order a copy of this book. It's rather special, and I think Anglotopia readers will love it.
Crossings of the Tees
This adventure/project began as a result of a short story competition - Crossing the Tees - to which I was introduced through Prompted-2-Write. I decided on the spur of the moment to visit, photograph and traverse (where possible) all the crossings of the Tees. Several trawls of Ordnance Survey maps and close scrutiny by Google maps gave me an initial list of fifty-two crossings, more than double what I had guessed! I knew that I had included some barrages and weirs. Did they count as crossings? Railway bridges certainly did, even the three that no longer carried rail tracks. Some I suspected, but could not tell from the maps, were probably constructed to carry water or perhaps sewage pipes. I decided that I would simply check them out as I journeyed downstream.
London, Block by Block
For anyone who loves London - whether you're visiting for the weekend or are a die-hard local - this is the book for you. Artist Cierra Block loves to create maps, and this compilation will have you uncovering the best things London has on offer. Featuring the most notable places to eat, what to see, where to walk and what to do, this is a guide like no other. Vibrantly illustrated, Cierra lists all the top addresses and areas to explore. Find out where to indulge in the best afternoon tea and festive mince pies; jump on a bike and take a spin around Shoreditch or Hampstead like a local; or follow in the footsteps of the Suffragettes. From haunted spots for true-crime lovers, to the best bookshops, romantic strolls and coffee pit-stops, London, Block by Block will make your next visit to London the most memorable one yet.
The Scottish Isles
In this book, which follows on from 2019's The Scottish Isles: Part 1, Mary Jane Walker explores the romantic Isle of Skye and the vast archipelago of the Outer Hebrides where turquoise waters lap over white beaches reminiscent of the tropics. It's not the sort of thing you expected at 58 degrees north, and there are plenty of extra surprises in this exotic western realm.
Life in Wartime Britain
An enlightening social history of World War Two on the Home Front. 'Highly entertaining and informative' The Times 'Authentic and very comprehensive' Daily Telegraph What was it like to remain in Britain while husbands, fathers and children were on the frontlines fighting against the threat of Nazi Germany? How did the role of women and children change with the absence of these men during the war? E. R. Chamberlin's fascinating book transports the reader to life on the Home Front in Britain during the Second World War. Drawing on a vast array of contemporary sources, from personal memories of people who lived through it to newspaper reports and periodicals, Chamberlin charts the pain, fear, and boredom as well as the new sense of community that developed amongst those who lived through these years. Life in Wartime Britain uncovers how the men, women, and children who remained behind took on new roles in factories and farms, or became WRENs or members of the Home Guard, joining together to survive the seemingly endless bombing raids, and how they prepared for rebuilding the nation once victory came into sight. This book shines an important light on a much-understudied aspect of the Second World War and should be essential reading for all interested in this tragic period.
The Comical Pilgrim
NEW PRINT WITH PROFESSIONAL TYPE-SET IN CONTRAST TO SCANNED PRINTS OFFERED BY OTHERS The Comical Pilgrim: Or, Travels Of A Cynick Philosopher, Thro' The Most Wicked Parts Of The World, Namely, England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, And Holland. With His Merry Observations On The English Stage, Gaming-Houses, Poets, Beaux, Women, Courtiers, Politicians, And Plotters. Welsh Clergy, Gentry, And Customs. Scotch Manners, Religion, And Lawyers. Irish Ceremonies In Their Marriages, Christenings, And Burials. And Dutch Government, Polity, And Trade. Being A General Satyr On The Vices And Follies Of The Age. This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the same edition with rich typography, graphics, high quality images, and table elements, giving our readers the feel of holding a 'fresh and newly' reprinted and/or revised edition, as opposed to other scanned & printed (Optical Character Recognition - OCR) reproductions. 2. Correction of imperfections: As the work was re-created from the scratch, therefore, it was vetted to rectify certain conventional norms with regard to typographical mistakes, hyphenations, punctuations, blurred images, missing content/pages, and/or other related subject matters, upon our consideration. Every attempt was made to rectify the imperfections related to omitted constructs in the original edition via other references. However, a few of such imperfections which could not be rectified due to intentional\unintentional omission of content in the original edition, were inherited and preserved from the original work to maintain the authenticity and construct, relevant to the work. We believe that this work holds historical, cultural and/or intellectual importance in the literary works community, therefore despite the oddities, we accounted the work for print as a part of our continuing effort towards preservation of literary work and our contribution towards the development of the society as a whole, driven by our beliefs. We are grateful to our readers for putting their faith in us and accepting our imperfections with regard to preservation of the historical content. HAPPY READING!
Hastings and Neighbourhood
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The Gourmet's Guide to London
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Edgar's Guide to Charlie Chaplin's London
Charlie Chaplin. The mere mention of the name instantly conjures up the image of a small man, wearing oversized, baggy trousers and tight black jacket, and sporting a hat, cane and toothbrush moustache. Chaplin was the world's first film star, becoming incredibly popular as silent movies exploded in the early twentieth century, his comedy short films making him a millionaire almost overnight. But before landing in America and entering the burgeoning film industry, Chaplin had spent his early years in poverty-stricken South London, brought up by a mother struggling with mental illness, his father almost entirely absent from his young son's life. Edgar's Guide to Charlie Chaplin's London is the ultimate walking tour around the sites of the future comic genius's boyhood, from the tucked-away church where his parents married to the workhouse the family were forced to enter when their luck finally ran out. This pocket-sized book is packed full of information. Our step-by-step directions will steer you around the streets of Walworth, Kennington and Lambeth, taking you to more than twenty sites associated with Chaplin's earliest days, from the street in which he was born to the apartment he furnished with brother Sydney as a bolt-hole for when they were in London following vaudeville tours - the loss of which made him determined to return to America for good. Stand on the spot outside one of the family's many homes where the young Charlie laughed at a sheep which had temporarily escaped from the herd being taken to the nearby slaughterhouse, only to then realise in horror its fate once it was recaptured, and sit at the table where Chaplin saw his father for the final time, shortly before his death.
Prettycitylondon
A pocket-sized guide to London's prettiest neighborhoods, from the creator of the hugely successful Instagram account @prettycitylondon Featuring everything from charming cafes and restaurants to peaceful parks and wisteria-filled mews, prettycitylondon is the perfect handbook on the capital's pockets of beauty.Whether you're looking for a picturesque riverside stroll, a romantic drink, an eye-catching florist's or an indulgent shopping trip followed by the best coffee and cake, prettycitylondon uncovers over 100 destinations to explore throughout the seasons.A visual celebration filled with beautiful photography and hand-drawn maps, this book will inspire both locals and visitors to look beyond London's famous landmarks and experience the city in a brand-new light.
Edgar's Guide to Postman's Park
Postman's Park is a tranquil haven located but a stone's throw from St Paul's Cathedral. It is a lovely spot at which to while away a pleasant morning or an afternoon, taking in the air, enjoying the profusion of colourful flora, whilst struggling to believe that you are, in fact, still in central London. On the west side of the little garden you will find a lean-to porch, upon the wall of which are a series of tiles, each relating, in the briefest of descriptions, the story of an ordinary man, woman or child who endeavoured to save the life of a fellow human being - often a total stranger - and, in so doing, sacrificed their own life. On each plaque is the name of a man, woman or child - sometimes several sacrificers are remembered on the same plaque - together with the date of their death and the rescue and a brief synopsis of the manner in which they met their end. Normally, people just stand and look at the plaques and then move on. But, now, thanks to Edgar's Guides, you can read the full story - culled from the Victorian and early 20th century newspapers - behind every one of the plaques. You can while away an hour or so reading about the likes of Alice Ayres, Sarah Smith and little Soloman Galaman, and marvel at the bravery and selflessness that they demonstrated in their final moments. Wherever possible, we have sourced images of them, so that each one of these heroes becomes a living, breathing person whose sacrifice becomes even more poignant when you see them as fellow human beings, not just names on a memorial.
Key to the door
Teaching in France, vaccinations, Locomotion Number One, Covid-by-the-Sea, four UK trips in six months, French theatre and film projects, model railway displays, book printing, promotion and sales, exercise and old age, Delta and Omicron, Darlington, Manchester and Nottingham, a change of career and re-connecting with the past - follow the modern adventures of Jethro Anson Nowsty, 58, throughout 2021 and into 2022, an English ex-pat living and working in France. Like the mythical 'key to the door' of maturity in reaching the age of 21, we of Planet Earth should have been passing from one old state to the next new state with flying colours but we would, as usual, go into it expecting far too much and emerge from it having achieved far too little. It was a year of change for our world and a year of change for our reluctant hero.
