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Matching archive photos with their modern viewpoint, London Then and Now gives a fascinating insight into the history of Europe''s financial capital.London has changed rapidly in the last 150 years. The Luftwaffe helped modify many parts of central London and the East End in the 1940s, but some of the most dramatic changes have come in the last 20 years.Stretching from Hampton Court and Kew Gardens in West London, the book takes a winding route along the river Thames to the soaring spires of Canary Wharf in Dockland and the stately Royal Naval College at Greenwich.Sites include: Hampton Court Palace, Kew Gardens, Hammersmith Bridge (Boat Race), Kings Road Chelsea, Battersea Power Station, Lambeth Palace, The Tate, Palace of Westminster, Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben), Whitehall, Horseguards Parade, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, Albert Memorial, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, National Gallery, Festival Hall, Savoy Hotel, Oxo Tower, Covent Garden, Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Royal Opera House, Soho, Tate Modern, Bank of England, St. Paul''s Cathedral, Tower of London, HMS Belfast, Samuel Pepys'' Church, London Bridge/Shard, Docklands, Greenwich Observatory (GMT) and the Royal Naval College

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Classic vintage photographs of Singapore have been carefully matched with the same viewpoint today to reveal the incredible changes that have taken place to this fascinating city over the last 100 years.Singapore Then and Now brings together rare archival images of this global city-state and matches them with specially commissioned photos of the same sites as they appear today. Vaughan Grylls (author/photographer of Oxford Then and Now, Cambridge Then and Now and Hong Kong Then and Now) has rounded up all of the key sites that make up this fascinating and diverse place, from gleaming new skyscrapers and shopping malls to magnificent temples and ancient rainforests. The breathtaking contrast between past and present make this a fascinating addition to the long-running Then and Now series.Sites include: Elgin Bridge, Empress Place Building, Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall, Fullerton Hotel, Johnston’s Pier, Singapore Cricket Club, the Supreme Court, Capitol Theatre, Raffles Hotel, Masjid Sultan Mosque, Ellison Building, Coleman Bridge, Fort Canning, National Museum, YMCA Building, Cathay Building, Thian Hock Keng Temple, Sri Mariamman Temple, Tanjong Pagar Dock, Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Johor–Singapore Causeway, Ford Factory, Changi Village.

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Hong Kong was first captured on camera when the British arrived to lay claim to its "fragrant harbour" in 1841. Its fascinating history has been documented through photography ever since''from its rapid expansion as a Crown Colony to its handover to China in 1997 and its present status as one of the world''s leading international financial centers. Pairing rare and previously unpublished photographs with contemporary views taken from the same location, Hong Kong: Then and Now highlights the rich and varied history of this constantly evolving metropolis, from Victoria Harbour, the Hong Kong Club, and the Star Ferry to Kowloon Walled CIty, Chek Lap Kok Airport, and the gleaming skyscrapers of its central banking district. Sites include: Victoria Harbour, the Peak, the Star Ferry Pier, Man Ho Temple, Ladder Street, Queen''s Road Central, Hong Kong Club, Prince''s Building, HSBC, Noonday Gun, Happy Valley Racecourse, Tiger Balm Garden, Peninsula Hotel, Kai Tak Airport, Kowloon Walled City, Shenzhen, Repulse Bay, Chek Lap Kok Airport, and St. Paul''s (Macau). Rare archival photographs of Hong Kong have been carefully matched with specially commissioned color photos to reveal the past and present of this fascinating city.

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A visual historical tour through all the great tourist locations of Rome, with vintage images paired with their modern-day equivalent in this compelling bilingual edition.Rome is ‘the eternal city’ and was a stopping-off place on the Grand Tour long before the days of photography.Despite the preservation of so many classic ruins across the city, there has been significant change. Over hundreds of years of flooding, the river Tiber deposited silt across the Forum and low-lying sites. Many archive images show a completely different ground level to the 21st century view, after excavation revealed their true height.When Mussoilini came to the power in 1922 he set about creating wider avenues and removing some of the older buildings, as can been from the changes to via della Conciliazione.Rome Then and Now visits all the major tourist locations in the city and shows pictures of how they once were, sometimes unfenced with goats grazing amongst the ruins!Sites include: St Peter''s Square, Colosseum, Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Piazza del Popolo, the Forum, Trajan''s Column, Trevi Fountain, Arch of Titus, Arch of Conatantine, Piazza Venezia, Piazza Navona, Quirinal Palace, Vittoriano, Tarpeian Hill, Palatine Hill, Circus Maximus.

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Paris Then and Now captures the changes that have taken place in the French capital from the heady days of the Belle Époque through to the 1940s.Matching classic archive images with the same viewpoint taken today the book provides a stunning visual history to Europe’s most beautiful and romantic city.Paris d’hier et d’aujourd’hui retrace les changements opérés dans la capitale entre les jours insouciants de la Belle Époque et les années 1940. Par la confrontation d’images photographiques d’archives avec des photos d’aujourd’hui prises sous le même angle de vue, ce livre propose une histoire visuelle de la plus belle et de la plus romantique des villes d’Europe.Inclus: Arc de Triomphe, Grand Palais, Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde, Statue de Strasbourg, Ministère de la Marine, Cour du Louvre, Comédie Française, Rue de Rivoli, Place Vendôme, Église de la Madeleine, Opéra de Paris, Galeries Lafayette, Boulevard des Capucines, Gare St. Lazare, Fontaine des Innocents, Théâtre du Châtelet, Hôtel de Ville, Centre George Pompidou, Place de la Bastille, Pont Marie, Cathédrale Notre-Dame, Pont Neuf, Pont St. Michel, Rue de Bièvre, Shakespeare and Company, La Sorbonne, Station de Métro Odéon, Cour de Rohan, Carrefour de Buci, Rue de Constantine / Rue de Lutèce, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Fifty evocative photographs of classic Saab models paired with lively text that shows beyond all doubt why you should want to own one.Saab is a byword for style, performance, quality, and safety—the cars have a reputation for reliability and solidity, along with classic Scandinavian design that particularly appeals to people in the creative professions. Although production ceased in 2011, Saabs are still highly sought after by enthusiasts and collectors. This fascinating book outlines all the classic Saab models, from 1949’s Saab 92 to the last cars to drive off the production line in the early 2010s, including iconic rally cars of the 1960s and ’70s and the best-selling Saab 900, with glorious vintage photographs and insightful explanation from Saab superfan Vaughan Grylls.This book is the perfect gift for the car nut in your life, whether they’ve owned a Saab or not, and sums up everything that’s great about this truly classic brand.

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''Beautifully illustrated, it makes reading the Bible so much fun, with thoughtful comments and super-useful guides such as maps, factual pictures and historical background.'' -- Parent reader reviewThis action-packed Bible invites children to join Bear Grylls on a journey into Scripture. Follow the brave men and women of the Bible as they venture through dry desert lands, brave persecution and cross seas to discover and share the life-changing message of God.Extra features help children engage with the epic stories found within the Bible text and encourage them towards a lifetime of exploring the world with God. A ''Terrain Guide'' sets the scene for each book. ''Landmarks'' and ''Signposts'' help readers understand historical context and how to find the trail leading to Jesus. ''Tricky Ground'' deciphers difficult passages that children may question, and ''Camp Fire Facts'' lighten the load along the way. Bear Grylls is a constant source of encouragement, pointing out the favourite verses that have fuelled his soul and body on many an adventure.16 pages of full colour inserts are interspersed throughout the Bible to encourage children to pause, take stock and reflect on how characteristics like courage, resilience, honesty and hope can help them make the best of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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When the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded on January 28, 1986, millions of Americans became bound together in a single, historic moment. Many still vividly remember exactly where they were and what they were doing when they heard about the tragedy. Diane Vaughan recreates the steps leading up to that fateful decision, contradicting conventional interpretations to prove that what occurred at NASA was not skullduggery or misconduct but a disastrous mistake. Why did NASA managers, who not only had all the information prior to the launch but also were warned against it, decide to proceed? In retelling how the decision unfolded through the eyes of the managers and the engineers, Vaughan uncovers an incremental descent into poor judgment, supported by a culture of high-risk technology. She reveals how and why NASA insiders, when repeatedly faced with evidence that something was wrong, normalized the deviance so that it became acceptable to them. In a new preface, Vaughan reveals the ramifications for this book and for her when a similar decision-making process brought down NASA's Space Shuttle Columbia in 2003.

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A lively exploration of Volvo, one of the world’s best-loved car brands, with evocative vintage photography and entertaining text that explains why you should want to own one.This iconic Swedish marque is highly regarded across the world for safety, longevity and precision in the design and manufacture of their cars. Originally evolving from the Swedish Ball Bearing Factory, established in 1907, the company went from strength to strength through the twentieth century and beyond. It became a much-admired manufacturer of reliable family cars as well as exciting sports models and today’s innovative electric vehicles, including through its sister brand, Polestar.The Spirit of Volvo outlines all the most popular and enduring Volvo models, including the early ÖV 4, made to stand up to the challenging Swedish climate, the sporty P1800, famous in the 1960s for appearing in the TV series The Saint, suavely driven by Roger Moore, and the quintessential large family car through several decades, the 240. The insightful text, from an author who is a Volvo owner and superfan as well as an expert in design, is accompanied by glorious photography showing the Volvo brand at its very best.The perfect gift for every car enthusiast, whether they are a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Fifty glorious vintage photographs of classic BMW models teamed with lively text that explains why people love them.Known as “the ultimate driving machine,” BMW is one of the world’s most prestigious car brands. Renowned for their smooth handling, precision engineering, and sleek looks, BMWs pair driving comfort with powerful engines. Originally formed during the World War I, the company reached new heights of popularity in the 1960s and is still going strong today.This captivating book outlines all the most iconic BMW models, from their first car, the Dixi of 1927, to today’s high-performance models, including the beautiful 1955 507 roadster, the instantly recognizable 2002 from the 1960s, and the iconic E30 M3, first manufactured in the mid-1980s. Each evocative vintage photograph is accompanied by an insightful explanation.The ideal gift for every car enthusiast, whether they’re a BMW owner or aspiring to be, this beautifully illustrated book perfectly conveys the joys of this classic brand.

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A fascinating exploration of VW, one of the most revered and enduring international car brands, with dynamic photography and insightful text that explains why we love them and why you should want to own one.With a second-to-none reputation for reliability, innovation and style, Volkswagen is one of the world''s best-loved car manufacturers. From the adorable and unforgettable Type One, otherwise known as the Beetle or Bug, which reached huge heights of popularity in the 1960s, to today''s groundbreaking hybrid and electric vehicles, good design has always been at the forefront of VW''s philosophy.This fascinating book, written by a long-time VW fanatic who is also an expert in art and design, traces the development of Volkswagen design throughout the years, examining the most exciting and stylish models – not only the Beetle but the huge range of family cars, camper vans, SUVs and modern city cars the company has produced throughout the years, and not forgetting the iconic Golf GTI.The perfect gift for the car aficionado in your life, whether they own a VW or not, this fun and quirky book explores everything that''s great about this classic brand.

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No one could fail to be gripped by his heartfelt excitement and emotion over what was the adventure of a lifetime'' – IndependentAt the age of 23, a young challenger named Bear Grylls set out to defy nature''s mightiest peak, Mount Everest. With the relentless drive to conquer and a heart weighed down by a past marred by a life-threatening accident, Grylls overcame the obstacles to become one of the youngest Britons to claim Everest''s summit.The expedition, chronicled in Facing Up, was marked by uncompromising weather, debilitating fatigue, severe dehydration, and sudden illnesses. Yet, Grylls'' determination never wavered, his spirit and humour pushing him through every obstacle in his path.Facing Up isn''t just a narrative of a dangerous mountaineering adventure, but a testament to enduring friendships, unyielding faith, and resilience against impossible odds. Join Grylls in his Himalayan adventure, an all-consuming ride, from base camp to summit, that will leave you breathless and dare you to chase your own Everest.

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''Unputdownable!'' Sir Ranulph Fiennes* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *A murder. A mystery that will change everything.Will Jaeger''s family are gone, and they''re not coming back.But there''s one thing he can fix. His best friend has been found dead, and he''s going to catch the monsters that killed him.To do it, Jaeger assembles an expert team of ex-SAS soldiers. They must head deep into the Amazon rainforest. It seems his friend was on the trail of an old Nazi bomber.And someone definitely wants it kept secret. As things go wrong, and Jaeger closes the net on his friend''s killer, he comes to realise one thing.Everything is connected. And, for one man, the War never ended . . .A modern, edge-of-your-seat thriller, shrouded in the shadows cast by Nazi Germany. Great for fans of Gregg Hurwitz, James Swallow, and I Am Pilgrim.* * * * * * * What readers are saying about BEAR GRYLLS: GHOST FLIGHT:''A gripping thriller set in the darkest of days'', Jonathan Ross''Men don''t come much tougher than daredevil climber and adventurer, Bear Grylls'', SUN''A great adventure, superbly written!'' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars''If you want a page-turning, action ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In Never Give Up, global adventurer, Chief Scout and TV presenter Bear Grylls immerses readers in some truly remarkable adventures. As Bear shares personal stories from his toughest expeditions, this inspiring autobiography captures the exhilarating reality behind some of his hairiest survival missions.In this eagerly awaited follow up to his Number One bestseller Mud, Sweat and Tears, Bear takes readers behind the scenes on 'Man vs. Wild', the series that spawned an entire adventure industry. He also provides a unique and revealing insight into what it's really like to go 'Running Wild' with guests including President Obama, Roger Federer and Julia Roberts, to name but a few of his global superstar guests.Along the way, Bear opens up about his most personal challenges, discovers the true value of adventure, and embodies the enduring power of courage, kindness and a never give up spirit.THE EXTRAORDINARY NEW AUTOBIOGRAPHY FROM ADVENTURER BEAR GRYLLS.

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The first thrilling adventure in the brand-new collectible series for young readers from survival expert and Chief Scout BEAR GRYLLS. Olly isn't enjoying activity camp.

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The third adventure in the brand-new 12-book collectible series for young readers from survival expert and Chief Scout BEAR GRYLLS. Omar is fiercely competitive and very impatient about anything that holds him back.

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The ninth in the fun new 12-book collectible series for young readers from survival expert and Chief Scout BEAR GRYLLS. A mysterious compass with a fifth direction transports a young boy to an extensive cave system filled with bats, treacherous drops and hidden dangers.

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The exciting second book in the new young readers series from survival expert and Chief Scout BEAR GRYLLS. Sophie loves activity camp .

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The must-have survival guide for all young explorers from chief scout, adventurer, writer and television presenter, Bear Grylls.

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The twelfth in the fun 12-book collectible series for young readers from survival expert and Chief Scout BEAR GRYLLS. Mia loves to take charge and be a leader - she's not lacking in confidence and throws herself into every experience.

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The eleventh in the fun 12-book collectible series for young readers from survival expert and Chief Scout BEAR GRYLLS. Joe gets on well with everyone, enjoys camp and all the activities and is always up for a challenge.

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The must-have survival guide for all young explorers from chief scout, adventurer, writer and television presenter, Bear Grylls.

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Take a trip to London with this touch-and-feel, peekaboo flap board book – the perfect gift for tiny tourists!What will you find in London town . . . ?Little ones will love lifting the large flaps, with peekaboo holes, to reveal what''s underneath, including lots of interesting textures. Feel the smooth London bus, stroke a furry monkey at London Zoo and touch a scaly dinosaur at the Natural History Museum.Developed for babies and toddlers aged 6 months up, with bright and friendly illustrations from Marion Billet and carefully chosen textured panels – bringing London to life for even the littlest readers!Part of the bestselling London range from Campbell Books, which includes Busy London, There are 101 Things to Find in London and more.

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PURCHASED to replace London Transport's ageing RT-type fleet, and also to ease staff shortages by extending one-man operation, the MB-types were not only a disappointment, but an unmitigated disaster! Their successors, the SM-types, were if anything worse, being underpowered as well as equally unsuitable for London operation. In this new volume of his photos, Jim Blake takes a critical look at what were therefore some of the most unsuccessful buses ever operated by London Transport, operating only between 1966 and 1981, most of them however achieving only six or seven years' service - if that. Most of the pictures featured have never been published before and many show rare and unusual scenes, several inside LT's garages and Aldenham Works, now themselves no longer in existence. In addition to the buses themselves, Jim also catches glimpses of London life spanning the period from the "swinging 'sixties" to the harsh first years of the Thatcher regime. The MB and SM family of vehicles also saw service with London Country, the latter being delivered new to them - but they fared just as badly in the outlying countryside around London as in Central London. They brought to a sad end London Transport's long ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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London Passenger Transport Board inherited a number of small buses from various independent operators during the early 1930s, followed by the introduction of the Leyland Cub around the same period. The introduction of the big-bus policy saw many of the small buses withdrawn from service. The 1950s saw the introduction of the GS-class Guy Special for use on the lightly-trafficked country routes. More smaller buses entered the London Transport fleet in the form of the Ford Transit and Bristol LH / LHS saloons. The mid-1980s saw a resurgence in small-bus operation as a cost-cutting exercise. Many new types entered service with London Buses Limited and other independent operators. The introduction of these minibuses saw a number of new services introduced to serve previously unserved areas of London. However, the success of these small buses led to their replacement by the larger Dennis Dart midibus. Whilst the introduction of varying lengths of Darts catered for many of London’s needs, other types of mini and midibuses were taken into stock by London based operators for fill in gaps. London’s Mini and midibuses takes a look at the various types of mini and midibuses that have operated on routes in the Greater London ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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JIM BLAKE'S latest book on London's buses may come as a surprise, since he usually concentrated on older vehicles in the fleet. However, the unpopular, unsuccessful DMs and DMSs were still part of London Transport's history, so he recorded them too, particularly towards the end of the short working lives. Forced by central government to buy "off-the-peg" standard manufacturers' products, rather than their own tried and trusted designs, LT opted for Daimler Fleetlines for their first fleet of one-man-operated double-deckers. Optimistically christened "Londoners" when they first entered service in January 1971, they instantly became unpopular with passengers, staff and bus enthusiasts alike. Their square, box-like appearance and bland all-over red livery did not endear them to the latter. Passengers used to boarding buses immediately with fares collected or tickets checked by a conductor objected to waiting at termini until the driver appeared and opened their doors, and having to queue at stops waiting to pay as they entered. Automatic ticket machines meant to mitigate this broke down making matters worse; all this increased journey times. The vehicles had flimsy bodywork, easily damaged by the slightest collision, and were also mechanically unreliable: their rear engines often caught fire. This made them ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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With an Introduction by Rosemary O''Day.London Labour and the London Poor is a masterpiece of personal inquiry and social observation. It is the classic account of life below the margins in the greatest Metropolis in the world and a compelling portrait of the habits, tastes, amusements, appearance, speech, humour, earnings and opinions of the labouring poor at the time of the Great Exhibition.In scope, depth and detail it remains unrivalled. Mayhew takes us into the abyss, into a world without fixed employment where skills are declining and insecurity mounting, a world of criminality, pauperism and vice, of unorthodox personal relations and fluid families, a world from which regularity is absent and prosperity has departed. Making sense of this environment required curiosity, imagination and a novelist''s eye for detail, and Henry Mayhew possessed all three.No previous writer had succeeded in presenting the poor through their own stories and in their own words, and in this undertaking Mayhew rivals his contemporary Dickens. ''To pass from one to the other'', writes one authority,'' is to cross sides of the same street''.

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A history of beloved cricket grounds from around the world. Using a Then and Now format, historic pictures of cricket grounds are paired with their modern-day equivalent to show the dramatic changes that have taken place.Cricket Grounds Then and Now is a history of some of the most famous cricketing venues from around the world, told through the format of Then and Now photos.Author of the bestselling Remarkable Cricket Grounds and Remarkable Village Cricket Grounds, Brian Levison, has assembled a stunning array of vintage photos of the major Test venues such as Lord''s, The Oval, Old Trafford, Trent Bridge, Adelaide and the Sydney Cricket Ground, with which are paired a modern photo from the same viewpoint.There are smaller venues too – Saltaire in Yorkshire with its World Heritage mill as a backdrop; New Road, Worcester, viewed across the River Severn from the Cathedral and Ickwell Village Green with its large oak tree firmly inside the boundary rope.The photos show how some features survived for decades – such as the famous scoreboard on the SCG ''Hill'' – or the standing terraces at St.Helens. Some grounds, such as the Central Ground in Hastings, have disappeared altogether.At the larger test venues in Australia, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Mysterious fossils found deep under London''s streets create a whole new ''heritage'' industry - but what does selling London''s history mean for the city? In these remarkable stories Moorcock explores the parts of London most of us will never see, and creates a patchwork of tales which build up to a portrait of the whole city.Contains the stories: Lost London A Winter AdmiralThe Third Jungle Book London Blood A Portrait in IvoryDoves in the Circle A Twist in the Lines The Clapham Antichrist Cake London Bone Stories London Flesh The Cairene Purse Furniture Through the Shaving Mirror

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A gripping Gothic tale of possession, madness and murder, Hilda Vaughan''s Harvest Home (1936), is set in Abercoran on the south-west coast of Wales in the time of George III. Daniel Hafod rides home from England one fine morning to become Master of Great House after the death of his uncle. But his obsessive pride and his dark desire for the pretty dairy-maid Eiluned lead to his downfall, as he and his sailor cousin, Dan, compete for her love. A lyrical evocation of Welsh rural life, Harvest Home is also a tautly-written psychological study of a man driven mad by desire which draws on the history of wreckers then active on the Welsh sea-coast, the legend of Blodeuwedd from the Mabinogi, and superstitions associated with Nos Calangaeaf (All Hallows Eve) when spirit voices call out the names of those soon to die.

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Washington, D.C. Then and Now presents a fascinating portrait of the evolution and history of America''s capital city, from the dawn of photography in the mid-nineteenth century through to the present day.Come on a visually stunning journey into the past, learning about the historic sites, and stories, that have built the nation’s capital. Pairing vintage black-and-white photographs with splendid color shots taken from the same vantage points today, Washington, D.C. Then and Now is the perfect gift for any local historian, tourist or armchair traveller.Including must-see destinations in the capital city such as Pennsylvania Avenue, the Capitol Building, US Patent Office, Lincoln Memorial, and the Washington Monument. Discover D.C.’s lesser known sites such as the rich history of the Shepherd Mansion, the C&O Canal, Georgetown University, and Blagden Alley. Uncover more about the great presidents, as well as figures lost to time such as the "the most obstinate man” George Washington had ever met at the Van Ness Mansion, the first woman to be executed by the federal government in the Mary Surratt Boarding House and even President Taft’s beloved cow Pauline Wayne who would graze outside the State, War and Navy Building.Washington, D.C. continues to be at the center ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Take a trip through London in this search and find book that''s bursting with things to spot and facts to discover!With hundreds of things to spot, from pigeons to tourists to telephone boxes, this book takes you through the most bustling, exciting and iconic places in London - with plenty of jaw-dropping and side-splitting facts to learn along the way!

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Formula One: The Circuits Then & Now is unique and compelling history and guide to some of the classic grand prix tracks. By pairing vintage images with the same viewpoint today, readers can see how dramatically Formula One has changed over the years, from the cavalier attitude to danger of the past, to the sophisticated modern sport we see today.In the 1950s, all that prevented cars from entering Monaco Harbour were some straw bales, there was no pitlane, and races weren’t stopped for burning cars. Today, Armco and catch-fencing line the harbourside, cranes winch cars to safety in seconds and Tecpro barriers protect the most dangerous corners. This book includes many historic aspects of F1 from the beautifully preserved pit buildings of Reims to the great temples of Speed at Monza and Spa-Francorchamps, three race venues from Formula 1’s debut season in 1950. At Monza, the lethal concrete banking has made way for a flat-out road track with chicanes, while Spa has cut the dangerous ‘Burnenville’ corner and moved its pit buildings and startline. Reims’ stopped hosting races in the 1960s and the infamous Muzon corner now lies under a farmer’s field.Other legendary circuits, such as the Nürburgring’s ‘Green Hell’, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Perfect for young readers of I Survived and the Who Was series! Packed with graphics, photos, and facts for curious minds, this is a gripping look at pandemics through the ages.The deadly outbreak of plague known as the Great Mortality, which struck Europe in the mid 1300s and raged for four centuries, wiped out more than 25 million people in the course of just two years. With its vicious onslaught, life changed for millions of people almost instantaneously.Deadly pandemics have always been a part of life, from the Great Mortality of the Middle Ages, to the Spanish Influenza outbreak of 1918, to the eruption of COVID-19 in our own century. Many of these diseases might have seemed like things to read about in history books -- until the unthinkable happened, and our own lives were turned upside down by the emergence of the novel coronavirus.As we learn more about COVID-19, we may be curious about pandemics of the past. Knowing how humans fought diseases long ago may help us face those of today. In this fast-paced, wide-ranging story filled with facts, pictures, and diagrams about diseases -- from plague to smallpox to polio to flu -- critically acclaimed Sibert Honor ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Berlin Then and Now captures the stark contrast between what came before and after the great conflicts of the twentieth century, using archival photographs of the city’s grand buildings, monuments, and boulevards alongside modern views of the same scenes today.Few cities in Europe have undergone as many transformations as Berlin in the past hundred years, or have risen from the rubble to stand as proud and vibrant as the city does today.Nick Gay''s book shows the effects of Hitler''s building plans of the 1930s, Allied bombing in World War II and the post-war division of the city into East and West and the subsequent reunification after 1989.Sites include: Brandenburg Gate, Pariser Platz, Hotel Adlon, the Reich Chancellery, Ministry of Aviation, Unter den Linden, Royal Opera House, Neue Wache, Berlin University, Palace Bridge, Lustgarten, Berliner Dom, Rotes Rathaus, Nikolaiviertel, Alexanderplatz, Muhlendamm, Gendarmenmarkt, Checkpoint Charlie, Wertheim Department Store, Potsdamer Platz, Death Strip, SS Headquarters, Anhalter Station, Siegessaule, Soviet War Memorial,Tempelhof Airport, Charlottenburg Palace, Olympic Stadium, Spandau Prison and Wannsee Conference Villa.

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Amsterdam Then and Now is the perfect historical guide to one of Europe’s best preserved city centres.Written by one of Amsterdam’s most popular walking tour leaders, the book matches up archive images from the late nineteenth century through to the 1950s with the modern-day view of that site.All the set-piece tourist destinations are included, such as the Rijksmuseum, Central Station, the Anne Frank House, Heineken Brewery, Rembrandt House, the iconic Montelbaans Tower and all of the major canals and museums.There are also many of the architecturally significant buildings and the grand parks and squares that have played an important part in the lives of Amsterdammers.Written in both English and Dutch it is a book that will appeal to both visitor and resident alike.Sites include: Amstelveld, Blauburgwal, Groenburgwal, Herengracht, Prinsengracht, Reguliersgracht, Oude Zijds Voorburgwal, Tropen Museum, Westerkerk, Portuguese Synagoge, Grimburgwal, De Waag, Vondelpark, Melkweg, Bloemstraat, Raadhuisstraat, Tichelstraat, Westerstraat, Concertgebouw and the Amstel Hotel.

Objev podobné jako Amsterdam Then and Now (R) - Egbert de Haan

RAF Fighter Command was established in July 1936 to provide the airborne element in the defence of Britain against air attack. The aerodromes under the Command described in this book came under the control of several Groups: No. 9 in the west, No. 10 covering the south-west, No. 11 in the south-east, No. 12 on the eastern side of the country, and Nos. 13 and 14 protecting the extreme north. In this volume the activities of over 90 airfields are described and illustrated in our 'then and now' theme, both on the ground and from above. Many, having served their purpose, have returned to farmland leaving only odd vestiges to recall their former role as front-line fighter stations. Others have succumbed to the encroachment of housing or industry or even been totally expunged from the map through mining activities. On the other hand, a number have continued to be used as airfields, either for sport or business flying, and some continue as major airports with modern facilities. Sadly the post-war years have witnessed the slow decline of the RAF presence at so many of their former bases, two having closed during our research for this book. And some have found ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Aerodromes of Fighter Command: Then and Now - Robin J. Brooks

Maugham found a parallel to the turmoil of our own times in the duplicity, intrigue and sensuality of the Italian Renaissance. Then and Now enters the world of Machiavelli, and covers three important months in the career of that crafty politician, worldly seducer and high priest of schemers.

Objev podobné jako Then And Now - William Somerset Maugham

Pairing archive and contemporary photographs of the same location side-by-side, Brooklyn Then and Now® provides a visual chronicle of the borough’s past, full of rich history and culture.

Objev podobné jako Brooklyn Then and Now - Amy Evans, Evan Joseph

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Discover London through the seasons in Poppy the Pigeon''s London Home book – a colourful rhyming picture book, perfect for little tourists!Join one very adventurous pigeon on a trip around London, as she looks for a place to build her nest, from the Tower of London in the spring . . . to Buckingham Palace in the winter. But will she ever find the perfect spot?This fun-filled rhyming story, with colourful illustrations, brings some of London''s most famous sights to life, with a gentle early learning element about weather and the seasons woven through. Plus a fun fold-out map ending!Part of Marion Billet''s bestselling London range for Campbell Books with Busy London, Noisy London, My First London Bus and many more.

Objev podobné jako Poppy the Pigeon's London Home - Campbell Books

Push, pull and slide the London scenes to explore the sights of the busy city: turn the London Eye, open and close Tower Bridge, even control the train doors of the London Underground!Busy London is a bright board book with easy-to-use mechanisms that are designed for toddlers. The colourful illustrations are packed with detail and things to spot, making it the perfect introduction to London, and a great way to share memories of a first visit.From Marion Billet, the illustrator of the popular Campbell London series.Collect more London titles for little explorers: My First London Bus, My First London Taxi, and The London Noisy Book.

Objev podobné jako Busy London - Marion Billet

“Impactful”, “Engaging”, “Vibrant” ― School Library Journal“Ticket to independence, creativity and family adventure” ― Parenthood360“Fuel your wanderlust” ― Total Girl Magazine“Guaranteed to have you wishing your grown-up guides were this cool” ― Parenthood360Get ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid''s travel guides featuring the most amazing cities around the world. London, here we come!Did you know that London is home to castles that are more than 900 years old, or that Tower Bridge includes a walkway with a see-through glass floor, or that the city is home to a secret underground river? Ignite curious minds with this fascinating guidebook for children and unlock the magic of London once and for all.Inside A Kid''s Guide to London:The perfect introduction to London for kids Take with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of homePacked with wow-factor facts, ''what''s the difference?'' challenges and vibrant photography Reveals ''Secrets of the City'' and spotlights weird, wacky and lesser-known sights (you can even hop aboard a pirate ship!)Insider scoop on how to get around using public transport; places to play; epic views; where and what to eat; a history of the Thames; London''s royal ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Lonely Planet Kids A Kid's Guide to London - Lonely Planet, Lonely Planet Kids

It''s time to visit London – what a noisy city! Watch out for the beeping double-decker buses. Mind the gap on the tube and hear Big Ben chime the hour. Find out who''s roaring at the Natural History Museum and listen to the monkeys chitter chatter at ZSL London Zoo. Finish off the day with a royal visit to Buckingham Palace: remember to look out for the naughty crown jewel thief on every page! The London Noisy Book has ten sounds to listen to, including a genuine Big Ben chime and “mind the gap” recording. Young children will love pressing the noises as they discover the sights in this hustling, bustling book about London. With tons of detail and things to spot, this beautifully illustrated sound book by Marion Billet is a must-have for toddlers visiting noisy London Town!Collect more London titles for little tourists: My First London Bus, My First London Taxi, and Hello! London.

Objev podobné jako The London Noisy Book - Campbell Books

The last decade of Routemaster bus operation in London saw over seven hundred surviving RMs and RMLs divided between several new companies following the privatization of London Buses LtdÂ’s subsidiaries in 1994. Now operating their existing twenty routes under contract to LRT (renamed TfL in 2000), Centrewest, Metroline, MTL London Northern, Leaside Buses, Stagecoach East London, South London, London Central, London General and London United all adopted their own predominantly red liveries, but by the turn of the century these firms had clustered in pairs and generally sold out to the emerging big corporate groups. Two independents, BTS and Kentish Bus, had also won a Routemaster route each and were similarly brought under the control of larger parents.In this photographic archive, each companyÂ’s last Routemaster-operating decade is outlined in detail up to when each route was converted to OPO one by one between 29 August 2003 and 9 December 2005. The two heritage routes are then explored all the way up to their own end in 2019.

Objev podobné jako Last Years of the London Routemaster - Matthew Wharmby

“ Sparkles with humor, joy and wit. London’s Number One Dog-Walking Agency bounds along with the energy of a rambunctious pup and exudes the wisdom of a beloved canine with an old soul (you know the type)." — BookPageThe irresistibly charming memoir of a young woman who started her own business as a dog walker for London’s busy, well-heeled dog lovers. A true love letter to London, dogs, and growing up. Aside from the odd biter or growler, the occasional bolter and the one dog who didn’t want to walk, the canines were the easy part. They were a muddy, messy joy in all shapes, sizes and breeds, from greedy Labradors to pampered pugs and everything in between. It was the owners who were the real challenge, a giddy mix of the over-protective, the clueless, the eccentrics and the perfectionists. There is no rule book on how to navigate the obsessions of the London dog owner. A degree in human psychology would have been far preferable to any sort of animal qualification. Not that I had either…In 2006, Kate MacDougall was working a safe but dull job at the venerable auction house Sotheby’s in London. After a clumsy accident nearly ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako London's Number One Dog-Walking Agency - Kate MacDougall

A joyful celebration of London’s vibrant dog community, Canines of London collects close to 300 engaging photos taken throughout neighborhoods and parks within this eclectic, dog-loving city.From English Bulldogs to Welsh Corgis, Golden Retrievers to Dachshunds, London is full of dogs and the people who love them. In Canines of London, dog photographer Bridget Davey gathers up close to 300 photos taken all around one of world's great dog-loving cities. Gaze upon delightful pups living large beside Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, and more. No London landmark is left unvisited, and no dog left unphotographed. The follow up to Weldon Owen’s Canines of New York and Canines of San Francisco, this is the perfect gift for dog lovers everywhere. DIVERSE BREEDS AND ICONIC LOCATIONS: Includes over 300 utterly delightful photographs of dogs out and about in London, from Big Ben to the London Eye to the local pub, plus captions that give cute details of each dog's personality. Sure to delight dog lovers everywhere. PERFECT FOR ANGLOPHILES: London is a world-class city beloved by those both in and out of the UK. it's also the most popular tourist destination in the world, attracting over 30 million international visitors ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Canines of London - Bridget Davey

This revised and updated edition of Texas Then and Now features the most prominent locations from around the state, pairing vintage photographs with modern shots of the same famous locations today.

Objev podobné jako Texas Then and Now - William Dylan Powell

This delightful rhyming picture book follows a family as they explore London, one of the world's most famous capital cities!Come! Board the London Bus and see the London sights with us. At any time, hop off, explore! Then climb back on, and ride some more… As a family of four spend a day exploring London, fun, child-friendly poems introduce readers to our wonderful capital city, and all its secrets. Well-known landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the London Eye, plus inescapable features like rain and taking tea, all get Patty Toht's witty treatment. Non-fiction facts provide more information about the poetry subjects, while rising star Sam Usher brings them to life with his signature style and humour. This gorgeous celebration of London will be loved by both tourists and those who call the city home.

Objev podobné jako All Aboard the London Bus - Patricia Toht

Come on a trip around London town with this colourful search and find book!There Are 101 Things to Find in London is sure to keep tiny tourists entertained, with over 101 things to spot. From a double-decker bus to marching guards at Buckingham Palace. . . and even a pesky thief stealing the crown jewels!With bright and friendly illustrations from Marion Billet, this fun-packed book brings the bustling city to life, with busy scenes of Westminster, the West End, the South Bank and more.Developed for children aged three plus, There Are 101 Things to Find in London is presented in a large, durable board book, with extra early learning prompts and activities. Making this a book to return to again and again!Part of the bestselling Campbell Books London range with Busy London, My First London Touch and Find and many more.

Objev podobné jako There Are 101 Things to Find in London - Campbell Books