balkan perspectives of europe

Through the lens of the Balkan nations, this volume makes a valuable and significant contribution to the fields of European and Southeast European studies by reconsidering the East/West dichotomy—both in terms of the Orient–Occident divide and the Eastern–Western Europe binary.

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How did the great European dream turn sour? And where do we go from here?From the author of the internationally acclaimed In Europe, a stunning history of our present, examining the first two decades of this most fragile and fraught new millennium.The great European project was built out of a common desire for peace, prosperity and freedom; a wish for a united Europe striving towards a common goal. The EU was to set an example: an arena for close cooperation, tackling crucial shared concerns from climate change to organized crime, promoting open borders and social security.But the first two turbulent decades of this century have been times of rapid and profound change. From the shores of Lampedusa to Putin's Moscow, the continent threatens to tear itself apart. What's happened to Europe's optimism and euphoria? How has it given way to nostalgia, frustration and fear, the fragile European dream in danger of turning into a nightmare?In The Dream of Europe, Geert Mak, one of Europe's best-loved commentators, charts the seismic events that have shaped people's lives over the past twenty years. Mak's monumental book In Europe defined the continent on the verge of a new millennium. The Dream of Europe brings us up to the present day, through the rocky expansion of the EU, the aftermath of 9/11 and terrorist attacks across Europe, the 2008 financial crash and the euro crisis, the tragedy of the migrant crisis in the Mediterranean, the rise of right-wing populism and Brexit.Like no other, Mak blends history, politics and culture with the stories and experiences of the many Europeans he meets on his travels. He brings this continent to life, and asks what role does Europe play now, and how might we face our challenges together, in the spirit of solidarity and connection.

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The ultimate book of van travel inspiration featuring 200 out-of-this-world van-worthy adventures around Europe.Discover an epic collection of van trips across Europe''s roads lasting five days to two weeks and longer. Featuring 50 first-person stories and a further 150 awesome ideas for trips that will take you from the lakes of Northern Italy to the wild Highlands of Scotland and beyond; this is the ultimate book for beginners and experienced campervan travellers alike.Inside Epic Van Trips of Europe:50 of the best trips across Europe to take in your van as suggested by experts who have completed each drive plus an additional 150 suggestions for similar escapadesTrip durations range from a few days to several weeksDriving factboxes accompany every route with details on starting and finishing points, distance, when to go, local culinary specialities, and the perfect photo spotInspirational photography, maps, and practical information packed with tips to get you on the roadWith a vibrant cover illustrated by Ross Murray, this beautiful hardback continues the collectible seriesEpic van trips include: Southern Europe - From Rome to the Cinque Terre; Road-tripping around Alicante; A tour of the Dolomites. Western Europe - Switzerland from lake to lake; From Wallonia to Luxembourg; The German Alpine Road. Central and Eastern Europe - Transylvania road trip; Bulgaria from land to sea; Southern Poland sightseeing. Northern Europe - A grand tour of the UK and Ireland; Southwest Finland; Discovering the Baltic StatesWhether you’re a regular van tripper or you simply want to explore your destination in a new way, Epic Van Trips of Europe will inspire a lifetime of adventures out on the open road.

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In the years immediately after World War II, Europe produced a bewildering array of experimental aircraft - ''X-Planes'' - testing new aerodynamic ideas and the potential of jet propulsion. These exciting machines are detailed in the bestselling book X-Planes of Europe: Secret Research Aircraft from the Golden Age 1946-1974.This essential second volume continues the European X-Plane story, covering those aircraft designed to apply newfound technologies and techniques to the military frontline. X-Planes of Europe II details the demonstrator aircraft built to explore jet power, supersonic performance, variable-geometry wings and many other innovations for combat aircraft. It discusses the many prototype military aircraft that never made it to production and passed into history. Most famous of these may be the controversial BAC TSR.2, while other prototypes led to outstanding, successful service aircraft - such as the Hawker P.1052 and P.1081 that preceded the Hunter, and English Electric''s P.1, predecessor of the Lightning. Delving deeply into contemporary journals and company, museum and national archives, author Tony Buttler has researched these rare and important aircraft ranging from well-known aircraft - the de Havilland DH.110 and Short Sperrin for example - to the esoteric, including Yugoslavia''s Ikarus projects and Spain''s Hispano HA-300. He also examines the prodigious output of the French aerospace industry, which created an amazing series of military aircraft prototypes varying from the ill-conceived to the world class.Complimented with previously unseen archive photography, detailed specifications, manufacturer''s drawings and colour artwork, X-Planes of Europe II is the logical and complete companion to the acclaimed X-Planes of Europe and offers a new and exciting perspective on Europe''s military aircraft innovation throughout the Cold War years.

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THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER A WATERSTONES POLITICS PAPERBACK OF THE YEAR, 2018 The Strange Death of Europe is a highly personal account of a continent and culture caught in the act of suicide. Declining birth-rates, mass immigration and cultivated self-distrust and self-hatred have come together to make Europeans unable to argue for themselves and incapable of resisting their own comprehensive change as a society.This book is not only an analysis of demographic and political realities, but also an eyewitness account of a continent in self-destruct mode. It includes reporting from across the entire continent, from the places where migrants land to the places they end up, from the people who appear to welcome them in to the places which cannot accept them. Told from this first-hand perspective, and backed with impressive research and evidence, the book addresses the disappointing failure of multiculturalism, Angela Merkel’s U-turn on migration, the lack of repatriation and the Western fixation on guilt. Murray travels to Berlin, Paris, Scandinavia, Lampedusa and Greece to uncover the malaise at the very heart of the European culture, and to hear the stories of those who have arrived in Europe from far away. In each chapter he also takes a step back to look at the bigger issues which lie behind a continent’s death-wish, answering the question of why anyone, let alone an entire civilisation, would do this to themselves?He ends with two visions of Europe – one hopeful, one pessimistic – which paint a picture of Europe in crisis and offer a choice as to what, if anything, we can do next.

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"The Expansion of Europe: The Culmination of Modern History" by Ramsay Muir is a comprehensive examination of the historical expansion of Europe and the global impact of this expansion. The book traces the origins of European expansion, beginning with the voyages of exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries, and explores the economic, political, and social factors that drove European expansion. Muir argues that European expansion was the culmination of a long period of development that began with the Renaissance and the Scientific Revolution. He discusses the impact of European expansion on non-European societies, including the Americas, Africa, and Asia, and examines the legacy of European imperialism in the modern world. The book also examines the rise of nationalism and the development of European power politics in the 19th and early 20th centuries, culminating in the two World Wars. Muir concludes with a discussion of the challenges facing Europe in the aftermath of World War II, including the rise of the United States as a superpower and the decline of European colonialism. Overall, "The Expansion of Europe" provides a detailed analysis of the complex historical forces that shaped the modern world, and continues to be a valuable resource for scholars and students of history.

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An accessible and succinct account of the story of Europe from its ancient foundations to the twenty-first century, The History of Europe in Bite-sized Chunks details the events, personalities, ideas and disasters that have shaped our continent.The book is broken down into six easily digestible chapters:Classical Antiquity (2600 BCE to 600 CE); Medieval (600-1500); Reform and Enlightenment (1500-1780); Age of Revolutions (1780-1914); the Wars (1914-45); and the Making of Contemporary Europe (1945 to present). It begins with the first ancient culture to emerge in Europe: the Minoans. It then proceeds chronologically to the present day, taking in not just significant historical events but also overarching social, technological and cultural trends and their impact.Throughout the book there are mini-biographies of notable individuals (such as Julius Caesar, Catherine the Great and Napoleon Bonaparte) who have been most significant in European history. It is also packed with amazing facts, details and maps that will give the reader a vivid understanding of Europe’s past.

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This Great Railway Journeys of Europe guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides'' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with enticing photos that will inspire excitement for your travels. Printed on eco-friendly paper for sustainability.In this Great Railway Journeys of Europe travel guidebook, you will find:Top Attractions and Editors'' Choice – must-visit highlights including Settle–Carlisle, Seville–Madrid, Geneva–Milan, The Royal Scotsman, The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, El Transcantábrico, Shrewsbury–Swansea, Clermont Ferrand–Nîmes, Trier–Koblenz–Giessen, Sweden''s Inlandsbanan, Corsica, Mallorca, Sardinia, Le Train Jaune, The Glacier Express, The Harz Mountains, showcasing the best of what Great Railway Journeys of Europe has to offerIn-depth coverage of attractions – detailed narrative descriptions of sites and hidden gem destinations, all organised by geographical locationWhen to go to Great Railway Journeys of Europe – guidance on the perfect times to visit, with details on the high and low seasons, climate and festivalsPractical travel information – essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shoppingInsider recommendation – top tips on beating the crowds, saving money and finding the best local spotsEngaging essays thoughtful features on the country''s history, culture, contemporary life and politics give a deeper understandingHigh-quality maps – detailed maps, featuring must-see places organised by number and corresponding to textStriking pictures – inspirational photography on every pageColour-coded chapters – each chapter is assigned a unique colour, aiding in easy navigationFree download of eBook – after purchasing the printed guidebook, you''ll also have access to a free download of the eBookCoverage includes: Great Britain and Ireland, France, Spain and Portugal, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, Scandinavia

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Veteran biker and author Colette Coleman''s guide lays out 50 of the most scenic and adventurous tours in Europe''s most breathtaking locations.Whether you are an experienced biker or just discovering the joys of touring, this is the perfect introduction to the most inspiring motorcycle routes in Europe. Packed with breathtaking photography and practical information, Great Motorcycle Tours of Europe contains everything you need to plan an unforgettable trip. Motorcycle adventurer Colette Coleman takes you bend-by-bend along the narrowest passes and up the steepest climbs as you ride through some of the most impressive scenery in Europe. Experience the snowy peaks of Norway''s Arctic Circle, head to the balmy French Riviera, ride through the valleys and peaks of the Italian Dolomites, tackle the twists and turns of Romania''s Transfagarasan Highway and cruise down to the Aegean Sea. Over 200 stunning images are accompanied by insightful commentary from an author who has been exploring the world by motorcycle for over 25 years. Each tour features a locator map together with a fact file giving practical information on the route''s length and terrain (from rocky tracks to snowy roads), highlighting local colour such as sites, events and the wildlife you might encounter, and including a wide range of valuable tips that will enhance your ride. This beautiful book is the definitive, all-purpose motorcycle reference, whether you are planning your own adventure or just enjoying some of the best views on the continent.

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Lace up your hiking boots for the next in Lonely Planet's highly successful Epic series, this time exploring 50 of Europe's most rewarding and beautiful hikes. From the sun-kissed regions of Southern Europe, including Italy, Greece, Portugal and Spain, to North Europe's history-rich heartlands (including France, Germany, Belgium, Britain, Ireland and Scandinavia), we cover a huge variety of themes and experiences for every type of hiker. Epic Hikes of Europe features some classic routes to tick off: Ireland's Dingle Way, Speyside's Malt Whisky Trail, a battlefield hike through Belgium and Italy's stunning Sentiero degli Dei along the Amalfi Coast. Hikes are graded according to their challenge and practical info is provided so you can follow in the writers' footsteps. A vibrant illustrated cover continues this collectible series.

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Feed your wanderlust with 40 indulgent food and drink itineraries throughout Europe. Dine below Norway's icy North Sea; devour sumptuous mezedhes in Greece; forage for wild herbs in Germany's Black Forest - with weekend 'gourmet trails' for every budget and taste bud, this book will take you on a tour of the best epicurean regions. Bon appetit!Meet the chefs cooking heirloom recipes; the trailblazing winemakers producing world-famous vino; and the culinary pioneers creating a whole new food language. Whether you wish to spend your next perfect weekend feasting on bugs in Wales or discovering UNESCO vineyards in France, this unique guide is packed with unforgettable eateries, fiercely local food specialities and essential 'gourmet trail' information to make planning your next gastronomic adventure as easy as pie.Inside Gourmet Trails - Europe: - Discover 40 epic food and drink weekend itineraries and unearth unforgettable experiences around Europe that will take you to bustling farmers' markets, rustic taverns, innovative restaurants, decadent chocolateries, revolutionary eco-distilleries, vibrant pop-up bars and beyond - In the know recommendations from expertsand insider tips to help you reserve a seat at a renowned restaurant or reveal an off-the-beaten-track secret gem - Essential trip planning information and tips provided for each gourmet trail including: a history of each region; how to get there; where to eat and drink; where to stay; what to do; festivals and celebrations - Beautiful full-colour photography and gourmet trail maps to inspire your next trip - Covers: Central Europe (Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Switzerland), Northern Europe (Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Sweden, UK), Southern Europe (Albania, Croatia, Italy, Greece, Portugal, Spain, Turkey)Whether you're planning your next culinary getaway, seeking delicious armchair inspiration or looking for the perfect gift to give to a foodie in your life, this beautiful book is the ultimate guide to eating and drinking throughout Europe. It's time to tuck in.

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A fascinating journey through Europe's old towns, exploring why we treasure them-but also what they hide about a continent's fraught history Historic quarters in cities and towns across the middle of Europe were devastated during the Second World War-some, like those of Warsaw and Frankfurt, had to be rebuilt almost completely. They are now centers of peace and civility that attract millions of tourists, but the stories they tell about places, peoples, and nations are selective. They are never the whole story. These old towns and their turbulent histories have been key sites in Europe's ongoing theater of politics and war. Exploring seven old towns, from Frankfurt and Prague to Vilnius in Lithuania, the acclaimed writer Marek Kohn examines how they have been used since the Second World War to conceal political tensions and reinforce certain versions of history. Uncovering hidden stories behind these old and old-seeming facades, Kohn offers us a new understanding of the politics of European history-making-showing how our visits to old towns could promote belonging over exclusion, and empathy over indifference.

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''The Penguin History of Europe series ... is one of contemporary publishing''s great projects'' New StatesmanTo an extraordinary extent we continue to live in the shadow of the classical world. At every level from languages to calendars to political systems, we are the descendants of a ''classical Europe'', using frames of reference created by ancient Mediterranean cultures.As this consistently fresh and surprising new book makes clear, however, this was no less true for the inhabitants of those classical civilizations themselves, whose myths, history, and buildings were an elaborate engagement with an already old and revered past filled with great leaders and writers, emigrations and battles. Indeed, much of the reason we know so much about the classical past is the obsessive importance it held for so many generations of Greeks and Romans, who interpreted and reinterpreted their changing casts of heroes and villains. Figures such as Alexander the Great and Augustus Caesar loom large in our imaginations today, but they were themselves fascinated by what had preceded them.The Birth of Classical Europe is therefore both an authoritative history, and also a fascinating attempt to show how our own changing values and interests have shaped our feelings about an era which is by some measures very remote but by others startlingly close.

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The essential field guide to all of Europe’s major habitats—visually stunning, meticulously researched, and packed with invaluable informationEurope is a place of natural wonders, from the icy expanses of the tundra to the arid beauty of deserts and the lush vibrancy of rainforests. This illustrated guide covers all the continent’s major habitats, providing an invaluable resource for understanding and preserving its breathtaking landscapes, ecosystems, and wildlife. Unlike standard habitat classification systems that focus solely on plant communities, Habitats of Europe offers a unique approach to understanding habitats by combining animal assemblages with descriptions of habitat structure, climate, soils, and vegetation. Perfect for nature lovers and ecologists. Whether you’re a seasoned ecologist or a curious nature lover, this one-of-a-kind field guide will inspire you to explore and protect the rich biodiversity of Europe. Features engaging, fact-filled descriptions of 56 major habitatsIncludes a wealth of climate graphs, silhouettes, and breathtaking color photosPresents an easy-to-use system for assessing and understanding habitats—developed in collaboration with experts in conservation, birding, and tour guidingEncourages the reader to look beyond individual species and understand the intricate interactions that define each ecosystemMakes habitat science accessible to a wider audience, enticing the reader to discover more about the continent and its ecologyAn ideal travel companion for birders, naturalists, and wildlife enthusiastsThe go-to reference for conservation organizations, ecologists, and policymakers

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This book contains an Open Access Chapter. The amalgamation of these perspectives together broadens the scope of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) research and practice and offers insights that extend beyond the U.S.-focused research that dominates the field.

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'An indispensable guide to the tragic history of a great European nation' (David Blair Sunday Telegraph)Located at the western edge of the Eurasian steppe, Ukraine has long been the meeting place of empires - Roman to Ottoman, Habsburg to Russian - and they all left their imprint on the landscape, the language and the people living within these shifting borders. In this authoritative book, Harvard Professor Serhii Plokhy traces the history of Ukraine from the arrival of the Vikings in the tenth century to the current Russian invasion of eastern Ukraine and annexation of Crimea. Fascinating and multilayered, The Gates of Europe is the essential guide to understanding not just Ukraine's past but also its future.

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The Strange Death of Europe is a highly personal account of a continent and culture caught in the act of suicide. Declining birth-rates, mass immigration and cultivated self-distrust and self-hatred have come together to make Europeans unable to argue for themselves and incapable of resisting their own comprehensive change as a society. This book is not only an analysis of demographic and political realities, but also an eyewitness account of a continent in self-destruct mode. It includes reporting from across the entire continent, from the places where migrants land to the places they end up, from the people who appear to welcome them in to the places which cannot accept them.

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In this guide to unmissable European cycling routes bike enthusiasts share stories from the best road, mountain, dirt, and trail routes across the continent. Whether it's Italy's Trans-Dolomites, a Copenhagen art ride, or a Bavarian Beer ride, this book features epic rides for every level and trip type. With practical details to help plan your trip and guides to picturesque spots to pull over, Epic Bike Rides of Europe is the perfect companion for exploring Europe on two wheels.

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This book is the ultimate flight-identification guide for the raptors of the Western Palaearctic, covering Europe, North Africa, the Middle East (including Arabia) to Central Asia.Raptors are notoriously hard to identify, even if seen well, and represent perhaps the toughest of all ID challenges for birders.This guide provides identification information for all 60 species that regularly occur in the region, to subspecific level. The text covers every plumage and age in detail, with each species account accompanied by a range of photographs covering all the principal plumages.Based on this stunning photographic coverage, most of which has never been published before, this book represents a landmark in bird identification books and a major work for all raptor enthusiasts.

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A richly illustrated guide to edible mushrooms by one of Europe’s leading fungi expertsIn this beautifully illustrated introductory guide, Jens Petersen shows how to successfully identify and forage for edible mushrooms, and then how to prepare them for the table to ensure a delicious culinary experience, even if you're a first-time forager. Accessible and user-friendly, the book opens with a substantial introduction to fungi—what to look for, where to find them and how to collect and cook them. Other topics include edible and poisonous fungi, conserving mushrooms and other uses of fungi. The book then covers the most common major groups, including morels, wood cauliflower, polypores, boletes, tooth fungi, chanterelles, horn of plenty, brittlegills, milkcaps, agarics, puffballs and jelly fungi. For many of these groups, notable subkinds are given their own treatment. With practice, the book will enable you to identify mushrooms such as yellow chanterelles, blueing boletes with orange tube mouths, green brittlegills and milkcaps with orange milk. Featuring more than 400 stunning colour photographs and more than forty black-and-white illustrations, this book will enhance the experience of every mushroom forager and wild-table chef.

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An authoritative photographic guide to the butterflies of Europe.Packed with beautiful photography and thoroughly updated throughout, this is the definitive guide to all 472 species of European butterflies with additional information on another 64 species found in North Africa and south and west Turkey.Detailed text and clear photographs – including views of both the upperwing and underwing where possible – allow identification of adult butterflies in the field. There is also useful information on their relative size, similar species, habitat, lifestyle and larval host plants, accompanied by accurate range maps which have been updated for this new edition.The result of collaboration between many European butterfly experts and photographers, and compiled by a Finnish team, this thoroughly updated second edition of this comprehensive guide represents the last word in butterfly identification.

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An authoritative directory of the birds of Europe, and African migration, with 500 detailed illustrations.

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A comprehensive and richly illustrated field guide to the mammals of the Western Palearctic. Fully revised and updated, this major work presents all species that occur in the Western Palearctic, serving as the perfect field guide to the great diversity of mammals in the region. This new edition presents 86 new species, including 40 cetaceans, and reports on the latest scientific advances and taxonomic changes.Species accounts are concise and authoritative, giving information on size, distribution, habitat, behaviour, reproduction and feeding. Each account is supported by distribution maps and superb colour illustrations. The book features over 125 plates, comprising more than 650 colour species artworks.Variation between the sexes is illustrated, and anatomical diagrams including tooth arrays are provided to assist identification. Field Guide to Mammals of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East is the only guide you’ll need to identify any mammal across the Western Palearctic.

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Hudební CD - Italská klavíristka Beatrice Rana spojuje na svém nejnovějším albu oba koncerty pozdějších manželů, tedy Clary Wieckové, provdané Schumannové, a Roberta Schumanna. Italská klavíristka Beatrice Rana spojuje na svém nejnovějším albu oba koncerty pozdějších manželů, tedy Clary Wieckové, provdané Schumannové, a Roberta Schumanna. První z nich sotva prozrazuje, že bylo autorce teprve 16 let, když jej dokončila, právě naopak - ukazuje ji jako pozoruhodně vyzrálou uměleckou osobnost. Beatrice Rana zdůrazňuje i jeho formální novátorství, tedy propojení jednotlivých vět, což v době vzniku rozhodně nebylo obvyklé. O deset let mladší koncert Roberta Schumanna asi není potřeba nijak zvlášť představovat, protože je jedním z nejhranějších klavírních děl 19. století. Snad jen pro úplnost dodejme, že jeho první interpretkou byla (jak jinak) Clara Schumannová. Beatrice Rana doprovází na nahrávce Chamber Orchestra of Europe pod vedením kanadského dirigenta Yannicka...

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In this revised and updated edition, An Economic History of Europe re-establishes itself as the leading textbook on European economic history. With an expanded scope, from prehistory to the present, it will be invaluable source for students, educators and researchers seeking to better understand developments over millenia.

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Discover the best of Europe - one weekend at a time - with this collection of 100 short trip itineraries with maps to feed your wanderlust and inspire your next getaway.Explore Vienna’s vines, Umbria’s hilltop towns, and Oxford’s literary legends with 100 carefully plotted and mapped travel itineraries featuring epic escapes to discrete islands; hidden and unexpected sides of well-known destinations; fun family outdoor adventures; and cultural city breaks. It''s time to start planning your next European adventure!Inside 100 Weekends in Europe:100 easy-to-follow short trip itineraries to amazing destinations in Europe from Scandinavia to Spain and everywhere in betweenDiscover the weekend''s most surprising experiences, must-see sights, and must-do activities and explore the rich culture, history, and foods of each placeExtra sidebar content reveals topics of local interest so you can learn about must-try eateries, famous artists from the region, community customs and traditions, and morePacked with practical travel advice with details on where to stay, when to go, and how to get thereLocal maps and vibrant photography accompany each exciting European itineraryIncludes recommendations on how to extend your trip if you have the timeContents include: Southern Europe - Trace Madrid''s history through the arts; be bedazzled by Seville & the Costa de la Luz; discover island bliss in Gozo and Comino. Western Europe - Soak up cultural capital in Brussels; admire the architecture in Rotterdam; find romance in Lucerne. Central and Eastern Europe - Be moved by the past in Warsaw; uncover another side of Prague; learn about Balkan history in Sofia. Northern Europe - Browse the cool neighbourhoods of South London; set sail for the Faroe Islands; experience the drama of the fjords in western NorwayWhether you''re travelling solo, with family, or friends, 100 Weekends in Europe offers the ultimate collection of short trip itineraries to inspire your next getaway so you can enjoy la dolce vita.

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Make your trip to Europe extraordinaryExploring art-filled museums in Paris and London. Enjoying mountainous hikes in Austria and Switzerland. Kicking back on the beach in Croatia and Spain. Europe offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.Our updated guide brings Europe to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the region’s buildings and neighbourhoods.You''ll discover:- our pick of Europe’s must-sees and top experiences- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Europe- the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay- detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy- easy-to-follow itineraries- expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe- colour-coded chapters to each part of Europe- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you goExploring Europe''s most famous cities? Try Top 10 European Cities.

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The remarkable history of the women who worked for Special Operations Executive across occupied Europe  In the wake of the Nazi invasion of Europe, the tentative sparks of resistance in occupied countries were fanned by Britain’s Special Operations Executive. Across the continent, SOE recruited women to “set Europe ablaze.” Working as secret agents and saboteurs, these individuals bolstered resistance from within and provided much needed support and weapons. F Section’s actions in France are renowned, and today some operatives have become household names. But what happened to the women who worked outside France and those who were locally recruited?  In this gripping account, Kate Vigurs tells the stories of the lesser-known women who worked across Europe, from the Netherlands to Belgium and Poland to Denmark. She explores too the lives of Jewish agents recruited in Mandate Palestine for missions in Eastern Europe. These are stories of trial and error, escape and even execution. Mission Europe examines why women were recruited, analysing their successes and contributions—and celebrates the ordinary women who did extraordinary things.

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Geert Mak spent the year 1999 criss-crossing the continent, tracing the history of Europe from Verdun to Berlin, St Petersburg to Auschwitz, Kiev to Srebrenica. He set off in search of evidence and witnesses, looking to define the condition of Europe at the verge of a new millennium. The result is mesmerising: Mak's rare double talent as a sharp-eyed journalist and a hugely imaginative historian makes In Europe a dazzling account of that journey, full of diaries, newspaper reports and memoirs, and the voices of prominent figures and unknown players; from the grandson of Kaiser Wilhelm II to Adriana Warno in Poland, with her holiday job at the gates of the camp at Birkenau. But Mak is above all an observer. He describes what he sees at places that have become Europe's well-springs of memory, where history is written into the landscape. At Ypres he hears the blast of munitions from the Great War that are still detonated twice a day. In Warsaw he finds the point where the tram rails that led to the Jewish ghetto come to a dead end in a city park. And in an abandoned creche near Chernobyl, where tiny pairs of shoes still stand in neat rows, he is transported back to the moment time stood still in the dying days of the Soviet Union. Mak combines the larger story of twentieth-century Europe with details that suddenly give it a face, a taste and a smell. His unique approach makes the reader an eyewitness to his own half-forgotten past, full of unknown peculiarities, sudden insights and touching encounters. In Europe is a masterpiece; it reads like the epic novel of the continent's most extraordinary century.

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READERS OF EUROPEAN HISTORY WILL LOVE THIS BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED BOOK!"Simon Jenkins has provided a feast for both eyes and mind in this sumptuously illustrated guide to Europe''s greatest cathedrals" John Barton, author of A History of the Bible"As ever, Simon Jenkins is here the best sort of guide to some of Europe''s greatest buildings and their settings: well-informed, elegantly opinionated and passionate" Diarmaid MacCulloch, author of Christianity: The First Three Thousand Years__________________________Europe''s cathedrals are magnificent. They outstrip palaces and castles. They are the most sensational group of structures anywhere in the world - which everyone should ''see before they die''. They are also hugely popular, most of them absolutely packed. They are humankind''s greatest creations.In Europe''s 100 Best Cathedrals, Simon Jenkins has travelled the continent - from Chartres to York, Cologne to Florence, Toledo to Moscow and Stockholm to Seville - to illuminate old favourites and highlight new discoveries. Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs throughout, this joyous exploration of Europe''s history tells the stories behind these wonders, showing the cathedral''s central role in the European imagination. Readers will be inspired to make their own pilgrimage to all one hundred of them.

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Russia is intent on attacking beyond Ukraine. Can Europe defend itself?While Ukraine holds back Russia’s onslaught, Moscow has been working hard at rebuilding its army for the next invasion. But for the past 30 years, Britain and Europe have been running down their armed forces and defence industries, thinking that war would never come.Most of the continent banked an increasingly illusory ‘peace dividend’ while outsourcing defence to the United States. Now, change in the US and clear intent from the Kremlin have set Europe scrambling to rebuild its defences. But will it be enough, and can it be in time?In this urgent, vital book, Keir Giles lays out the stark choices facing leaders and societies as they confront the return of war in Europe.If the freedom and prosperity that the continent takes for granted are to be preserved, the sacrifices required will affect everyone, without exception. Above all, Giles calls for new leadership in defence of Europe as the US steps aside—and warns that the UK’s brief opportunity to set the pace has already been squandered.

Objev podobné jako Who Will Defend Europe? - Keir Giles

Eleventh-century Europe was diverse and fast-changing. Historians have often debated this change through two sets of competing arguments, one about the shifting role of the Church and the Papacy, and the other about the rise of castellan lords and a proliferation in violence. Yet these arguments about ''Church Reform'' and ''Feudal Revolution'' only really apply to one part of Europe, the Latin West. This book takes its cue from contemporary perceptions of Europe, and includes Byzantium (or East Rome) and Muslim al-Andalus in scope. In doing so, it presents a new perspective on Europe in the period. Its chapters assess different scales of action and interaction within this wide space. They take from the reader from the peasants living in small village settlements, via the great city of Constantinople, the taifa emirates, kingdoms from Ireland to Hungary, and the two universal empires, up to contemporary ideas, cosmologies, and representations of the wider world. Viewed in this broad setting, the Latin West''s remarkable expansion during this period, dramatically illustrated by the First Crusade at the century''s end, can best be understood as the poorly controlled overspilling of internal dynamics, as the established public order was disrupted. Elsewhere in Europe, existing structures proved more resilient and better able to accommodate internal economic and social development, though remaining vulnerable to aggression from outside.

Objev podobné jako Europe in the Eleventh Century - Charles G. West

Keukeleire and Delreux demonstrate the scope and diversity of the European Union''s foreign policy, showing that EU foreign policy is broader than the Common Foreign and Security Policy and the Common Security and Defence Policy, and that areas such as trade, development, environment and energy are inextricable elements of it. This book offers a comprehensive and critical account of the EU''s key foreign relations – with its neighbourhood, with the US, China and Russia, and with emerged powers – and argues that the EU''s foreign policy needs to be understood not only as a response to crises and conflicts, but also as a means of shaping international structures and influencing long-term processes.This third edition reflects recent changes and trends in EU foreign policy as well as the international context in which it operates, addressing issues such as the increasingly contested international order, the conflict in Ukraine, the migration and refugee crisis, Brexit and Covid-19. The book not only clarifies the formal procedures in EU foreign policy-making but also elucidates how it works in practice. The third edition includes new sections and boxes on ‘strategic autonomy’, European arms exports, the EU’s external representation, the ‘Brussels Effect’, and decentring and gender approaches to EU foreign policy.Up to date, jargon-free and supported by its own website (eufp.eu), this systematic and innovative appraisal of this key policy area is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as practitioners.

Objev podobné jako The Foreign Policy of the European Union - Stephan and College of Europe, Belgium) Keukeleire, Tom Delreux

Inspirational travel book covering 150 of Europe''s most incredible journeys, including routes on foot and by bike, road, rail and water. When it comes to beautiful landscapes, Europe has more than its fair share of icons. The snowy peaks of the Alps, the vivid tulip fields of the Netherlands and the glittering lakes of northern Italy - you''ll find them nowhere else but here. Yet pause to look around a little longer, and you''ll soon discover that these postcard favourites sit side by side with many more understated scenes that are just as stunning. In fact, the slower you go, the more treasures you''ll uncover - so why would you want to rush the experience? Featuring over 150 inspirational entries, Unforgettable Journeys Europe is a vibrant celebration of taking the scenic route. We''ve picked the best adventures across the continent, from cruising around the Western Fjords of Norway to hiking the Lycian Way in Turkey. Of course, the big-hitters are covered - riding Switzerland''s Glacier Express, ferry-hopping in Greece and cycling from Land''s End to John O''Groats - but we also take you off-the-beaten path, roaming the Albanian Riviera, kayaking through Finnish lakeland and navigating the steady switchbacks of the Transfagarasan Road in Romania. Make your next trip magical as you explore: - Over 150 incredible journeys .- Illustrated with inspiring photography and maps that plot the routes and bring their highlights to life- Chapter maps provide a handy overview of the locations covered.- Evocative text transports the reader there, with vivid descriptions and fascinating stories.-Includes practical information, such as duration, difficulty, and start and end points.-Sustainable and slow travel options have been covered where possible. -Feature boxes give the routes context.- Gives suggestions for alternative ways to make the same journey and other destinations where you can enjoy similar trips.We''ve organized the book by types of transport, so whether you''re an avid hiker, cyclist or driver, or love to be on the water or on the rails, we''ve got you covered. It''s time to take the slow road and truly appreciate Europe in all its wonderful variety.

Objev podobné jako Unforgettable Journeys Europe - DK

A bold new account of Europe’s plight as it faces political fracture, economic stagnation and external challenges from the U.S., China and Russia  Today, Europe finds itself in a fast-changing, polarised world dominated by Chinese-American rivalry. The European Union and its surrounding nonmember states, despite initial successes after the fall of the Berlin Wall, have failed to implement a strategy for success in the twenty-first century. Britain’s exit from the Union has weakened both sides, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has thrown these shortcomings into sharp relief. How should states across the continent position themselves in the decades to come?  Drawing on unpublished archives and interviews with over 150 leading figures, David Marsh investigates Europe’s present crisis, from the march of populism, Franco-German malaise, and the breakdown of relations with Putin’s Russia. Fault lines are emerging in the monetary union, while the fight against climate change has impacted growth. Facing its gravest test since the Second World War, Europe must find fresh reserves of resilience—and seek out renewed international partnerships to ensure success.

Objev podobné jako Can Europe Survive? - David Marsh

Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, InspiringThe Second World War was the most destructive conflict in history. It left Europe in ruins, its economies severely damaged and millions of its people facing malnutrition, its political systems shaken if not destroyed. Yet three decades later its economies had recovered; it largely appeared politically stable; its inhabitants generally were well housed and well fed. Then at the end of the 1980s, the postwar settlement disintegrated, and a new chapter in Europe''s postwar history had begun.In this Very Short introduction, Richard Bessel presents a clear, concise, informative account of Europe''s history between the end of the Second World War and roughly the end of the twentieth century. He explores the conditions in Europe at the end of the war, how political life took shape and societies were rebuilt, the impressive economic recovery, the Cold War division, the end of empire, and European cultural life. Bessel discusses how we might understand the beginnings and endings of the postwar era, and emphasises the importance of the experiences and actions of specific generations of Europeans. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Objev podobné jako Postwar Europe - Richard Bessel

Florence, New Year’s Day 1557. As dawn breaks, a painter is discovered lying on the floor of a church, stabbed through the heart. Above him, the paintings he laboured over for more than a decade. At his home, a hidden painting scandalously depicting Maria de Medici, daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Florence, as a naked Venus. Who is the murderer? Who is behind the painting? As the city erupts in chaos, Giorgio Vasari, the great art historian, is picked to lead the investigation. Letters fly back and forth carrying news of political plots and speculation about the killer’s identity – between Maria and her aunt Catherine de’ Medici, the queen of France; between Catherine and her scheming agents in Florence; and between Vasari and his friend Michelangelo. Meanwhile, the Pope is banning books and branding works of art immoral. And the truth, when it comes to light, is as shocking as the bold new artworks that have made Florence the red-hot centre of Europe. Bursting with characters and colour, Perspectives is a mystery like no other that shows us Renaissance Florence as we’ve never seen it before – a dazzling, hugely entertaining novel of court machinations, murder and art.

Objev podobné jako Perspectives - Laurent Binet

This book analyses Member States’ and EU neighbours’ national visions for the enlargement of the European Union (EU), highlighting 41 national histories, policies, and corresponding public perceptions of European integration.

Objev podobné jako Enlargement and the Future of Europe

''The most accessible, up-to-date introduction to its subject ... does full justice to the multifarious forces at work in high gothic Europe'' Daily TelegraphThe years from AD 1000 to the beginning of the fourteenth century were the most formative period in European history: a time of intense social, political, cultural and religious change. In this definitive work one of the world''s leading medievalists explores a confident, dynamic age, far removed from our own.''Jordan writes elegantly and ironically, giving the reader a broad but not dumbed-down view of medieval society and its complexities. A splendid start to Penguin''s History of Europe series and a first-rate work in its own right'' Kirkus Reviews''The Penguin History of Europe series is one of contemporary publishing''s great projects'' New Statesman

Objev podobné jako Europe in the High Middle Ages - William Chester Jordan

Florence, New Year's Day 1557. As dawn breaks, a painter is discovered lying on the floor of a church, stabbed through the heart.Above him, the paintings he laboured over for more than a decade.At his home, a hidden painting scandalously depicting Maria de Medici, daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Florence, as a naked Venus. Who is the murderer? Who is behind the painting? As the city erupts in chaos, Giorgio Vasari, the great art historian, is picked to lead the investigation.Letters fly back and forth carrying news of political plots and speculation about the killer's identity - between Maria and her aunt Catherine de' Medici, the queen of France; between Catherine and her scheming agents in Florence; and between Vasari and his friend Michelangelo. Meanwhile, the Pope is banning books and branding works of art immoral.And the truth, when it comes to light, is as shocking as the bold new artworks that have made Florence the red-hot centre of Europe.Bursting with characters and colour, Perspectives is a mystery like no other that shows us Renaissance Florence as we've never seen it before - a dazzling, hugely entertaining novel of court machinations, murder and art.

Objev podobné jako Perspectives - Laurent Binet

A first of its kind exploration of early modern European culinary history. Staging the Table in Europe represents the first book-length study of sixteenth- and seventeenth-century illustrated handbooks for cooking and dining that provided instruction for nearly every element of the dining experience, from expertly carving meats and fruits to folding napkins into animal forms, performing tableside magic tricks, and creating tablescapes for courtly banquets. Deborah L. Krohn opens a window into a world of culinary spectacle and sheds light on what became a pan-European culture of elaborate performance surrounding the preparation and presentation of food. Krohn shows that the rise of instructional manuals followed the decline of formalized, in-person modes of craft education, such as guilds and familial instruction. More broadly, she demonstrates how these manuals illuminate the material and social worlds of their readers. Beautifully illustrated, Staging the Table in Europe reveals the rich material culture that accompanied lavish banquets and state events as well as everyday dining, enabling readers to imagine the tastes, smells, and sights of Europe’s early modern culinary world. Â

Objev podobné jako Staging the Table in Europe – 1500–1800 - Deborah L. Krohn

Packed with outstanding photographs, this practical, compact yet comprehensive reference is the definitive guide to all 139 amphibian species found in the Western Palearctic and adjacent regions.From familiar frogs and toads to striking salamanders and newts, the detailed text describes each species'' appearance, habitat and behaviour, and includes useful information on their classifications, ecology and life cycles. Grouped by families for ease of use, every account includes an accurate distribution map and colour photographs annotated with crucial details to help swiftly identify species in the field.Written by field biologist Christophe Dufresnes, this is the ultimate photographic guide for amateurs and expert herpetologists alike.

Objev podobné jako Amphibians of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East - Dufresnes Christophe

Kniha - autor Johny Pitts, 416 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná A Guardian, New Statesman and BBC History Magazine Best Book of 2019 'Afropean. Here was a space where blackness was taking part in shaping European identity ... A continent of Algerian flea markets, Surinamese shamanism, German Reggae and Moorish castles. Yes, all this was part of Europe too ... With my brown skin and my British passport - still a ticket into mainland Europe at the time of writing - I set out in search of the Afropeans, on a cold October morning.' Afropean is an on-the-ground documentary of areas where Europeans of African descent are juggling their multiple allegiances and forging new identities. Here is an alternative map of the continent, taking the reader to places like Cova Da Moura, the Cape Verdean shantytown on the outskirts of Lisbon with its own underground economy, and Rinkeby, the area of Stockholm that is eighty per cent Muslim. Johny Pitts visits the...

Objev podobné jako Afropean: Notes from Black Europe (0141987286)

Kniha - 432 stran, anglicky, pevná s přebalem lesklá This book is the work of more than thirty medievalists from the Czech Republic and abroad, who offer in their chapters a broad spectrum of views of Benedictinism as a phenomenon, which has co-shaped the history of Europe for almost a millennium and a half. Its traces are evident in European education and culture, in important buildings, volumes of exceptional written monuments, in collections of liturgical objects, in monuments of sculpture and painting. The Benedictines have distinctly shaped the formation of medieval society for which they preserved much from the lost civilization of antiquity. They participated in the Christianization of European societies and in the creation of their states. In this sense, the Benedictines were at the birth of Europe – our physical and spiritual home today.

Objev podobné jako The Benediktines and Central Europe: Christianity, culture, society 800-1300 (978-80-7422-463-8)

This book is the work of more than thirty medievalists from the Czech Republic and abroad, who offer in their chapters a broad spectrum of views of Benedictinism as a phenomenon, which has co-shaped the history of Europe for almost a millennium and a half. Its traces are evident in European education and culture, in important buildings, volumes of exceptional written monuments, in collections of liturgical objects, in monuments of sculpture and painting. The Benedictines have distinctly shaped the formation of medieval society for which they preserved much from the lost civilization of antiquity. They participated in the Christianization of European societies and in the creation of their states. In this sense, the Benedictines were at the birth of Europe – our physical and spiritual home today.

Objev podobné jako The Benediktines and Central Europe

Lonely Planet's Europe is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Marvel at Norway's fjords, discover Granada's Alhambra in Spain, and explore Moscow's Red Square; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Europe and begin your journey now!

Objev podobné jako Lonely Planet Europe - Steve Fallon, Mark Baker, Anthony Ham, Peter Dragicevich, Anita Isalska, Lonely Planet, Duncan Garwood, Gregor Clark, Alexis Av

In 1517, a certain Dr Beale, rector of St Mary Spitall in London, roused the capital’s mob by laying the blame for an increase in poverty squarely upon the shoulders of grasping foreigners. ‘God has given England to Englishmen,’ he fumed, ‘as birds would defend their nest, so ought Englishmen to cherish and defend themselves and to hurt and grieve aliens for the common weal.’ But migration was not the only factor influencing Tudor attitudes to Europe. War, religion, commerce and dynastic security were all critical in linking England to developments abroad, in ways that remain strikingly relevant today.What were the forces that shaped the shifting perspectives of Tudor men and women and their rulers towards a continent at the crossroads? And what, in turn, were the responses of sixteenth-century Europeans to their counterparts across the Channel? The Tudors and Europe looks at a time when the very survival of England hung critically in the balance and asks if it has lessons for the present.

Objev podobné jako The Tudors and Europe - John Matusiak

Europe – and the question of whether to stay in or leave – has dominated British politics for the last three years. Yet how much do you really know about the Continent?From the Ice Age to the Cold War, from Reykjavik to the Volga, from Minos to Margaret Thatcher, Norman Davies tells the entire story of Europe in a single volume. Discover the most ambitious history of the continent ever undertaken.‘Any European or world citizen should read this… History that illuminates the present day’ Big Issue

Objev podobné jako Europe - Norman Davies

An authoritative photographic guide to Europe’s spectacular Alpine floraEurope’s Alpine Flowers covers the flowering plants and conifers that occur regularly on mountains and in Arctic areas north of a line that runs from the Pyrenees to Southern Romania. For many botanists—and gardeners—the alpine flora is the best it gets. There are many species adapted to a harsh climate of extreme winter cold and strong winds, including some of our most beautiful rock plants, such as gentians, saxifrages, and crocuses. These also include subtle and rare flowers that require care to discover and identify. With outstanding photographs and concise text that covers key features, this guide enables confident identification in the field. Covers the plants most likely to be seen above an elevation of 1,000 metres, concentrating on plants confined to high mountain areas of Europe and to the ArcticMore than 1,800 color photographs illustrating almost 1,800 speciesConcise, descriptive species accounts including details of habitat, altitudinal range, flowering period, and distributionFeatures easy-to-use text with minimal botanical jargon and illustrations of essential biological termsWith sections on flower identification, the alpine and Arctic environments and their habitats, and the best places to see alpine flowersComprehensive index including synonyms

Objev podobné jako Europe's Alpine Flowers - Bob Gibbons

Discover some of Earth''s most spectacular places on the continent of Europe!Uncover the unique features of Europe, from the wide variety of habitats and landscapes to the cultures of the peoples that inhabit the continent. Explore Soomaa National Park, in Estonia, Norwegian fjiords, the Swiss Alps, Plitvice lakes and more in this beautifully illustrated and informative celebration of Earth''s flora, fauna and spectacular geography.This book is part of the Continents Uncovered series, which takes the reader on a tour of the world, charting landmarks, climates, people, animals and other wildlife. But it doesn''t stop there! This series is full of easy craft activity ideas that explore human cultures, wildlife and geographical phenomena. This series is ideal for children aged 7+ studying geography at KS2 or who are interested in maps, continents, wildlife and habitats.Titles in this series:AfricaAsiaAustralia, New Zealand and AntarcticaEuropeNorth AmericaSouth America

Objev podobné jako Continents Uncovered: Europe - Rob Colson