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The North Fork's natural riches have been seducing people for more
than four hundred years. The Algonquin Indians -and, later, Dutch
and English colonists- first recognized the area for its waters
rich with clams and fish, its fertile soil for growing crops and
its abundant forests to support shipbuilding. Hearing the ocean's
call, many have long admired the inlets, creeks and bays and
contrast the ruggedness of the Long Island Sound with the
tranquility of Peconic Bay. In this pictorial history, local author
Rosemary McKinley showcases the nautical history, idyllic seaside
settings and lush landscapes of this picturesque country.
Featuring a series of images, this title takes you on a tour of
South-East England. It includes photographs of the South Downs, the
Weald of Kent, the Thames and its estuary, and the White Cliffs of
Dover, as well as castles, stately homes and gardens.
The go-to Basque Country walking guide for discovering the best
walks and car tours. Strap on your boots and discover Basque
Country on foot with the Sunflower Basque Country travel guide. And
on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some
spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. The
Sunflower Basque Country guide is indispensable for hiking in
Basque Country or seeing Basque Country by car. This is the first
guidebook to bring together hikes and tours in the Basque Country,
which runs east from Bilbao in Spain to Biarritz in France and
takes in famous places like Pamplona and stages on the Camino de
Santiago. The entire Basque coast is mostly very rugged, with many
thriving fishing towns and villages, plus the added attraction of
splendid beaches. Inland the countryside is more mountainous, with
lush green countryside. Don't miss the award-winning Guggenheim
Museum in Bilbao, the Pilgrims' Route to Santiago, the San Fermines
fiestas at Iruna-Pamplona, or stunning coastal resorts like
Donostia-San Sebastian and Biarritz. But most of all, explore the
remote picture-postcard villages and lush mountainous countryside
straddling both sides of the Pyrenees - preferably on foot.
Whatever your age or ability we've got some glorious walks and car
tours to ensure you have a memorable holiday in Basque Country.
Inside the Sunflower Basque Country guide book you'll find: 52 long
and short walks for all ages and abilities - each walk is graded so
you can easily match your ability to the level of walk
Topographical walking maps - give you a clear sense of the
surrounding terrain Free downloadable gps tracks - for the techies
Satnav guidance to walk starts for motorists 8 car tours and
fold-out touring map - for easy reference on your tour Strolls to
idyllic picnic spots - enjoy our recommendations for where to
picnic along the way Timetables for public transport - ideal if you
want to link two walks or avoid hiring a car on your holiday Online
update service for the latest information Whether you tour the
region by car or explore on foot, we look forward to showing you
around.
The history of North Carolina's Outer Banks is as ancient and
mesmerizing as its beaches. Much has been documented, but many
stories were lost--until now. Join local author and historian Sarah
Downing as she reveals a past of the Outer Banks eroded by time and
tides. Revel in the nostalgic days of the Carolina Beach Pavilion,
stand in the shadows of windmills that once lined the coast and
learn how native islanders honor those aviation giants, the Wright
brothers. Downing's vignettes adventure through windswept dunes,
dive deep in search of the lost ironclad the "Monitor" and lament
the decline of the diamondback terrapin. Break out the beach chair
and let your mind soak in the salty bygone days of these famed
coastal extremities.
With a foreword by Julian Fellowes, creator of Downton Abbey who
concludes that: `This is the world that Ruth Binney has brought so
wonderfully to life in her book'. Inside the country house, what
exactly were the duties of the master's valet and the lady's maid?
How did these fit into the daily routine? And what were the
protocols for visitors? The answers to these, and many more
questions, are revealed in this entertaining and intimate guide to
the self-contained world of the country house. Here you'll learn
the rules of etiquette essential both upstairs and down -for both
residents and visitors -marvel at the intricacies of housekeeping,
and enter a bygone age of hunts, house parties and grand balls. All
these aspects of country house life, and many more, are introduced
here through the contemporary maxims used to instruct the members
of the household and their guests, from running a large kitchen to
entertaining royalty. Each is brought to life with both practical
detail and direct, compelling quotes and illustrations from period
manuals and advice books, giving every entry a totally authentic
feel and `voice'. Rounding off the book is an informative list of
houses to visit, stressing the features that relate directly to the
descriptions included in the book.
The go-to Cyprus walking guide for discovering the best walks and
car tours. Strap on your boots and discover Cyprus on foot with the
Sunflower Cyprus travel guide. And on the days when your feet may
have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our
legendary car tours. The Sunflower Cyprus walking guide is
indispensable for hiking in Cyprus or seeing Cyprus by car. Walking
in Southern Cyprus or exploring Cyprus by car is an experience to
treasure for a lifetime - or, as the Cypriots put it, 'Once been,
never forgotten'. You can stroll for miles along the southeast
coast or hike through the woods in the famous Troodos Mountains
(stopping for lunch at one of the trout farms). But in recent years
most walkers are exploring the 'far west' - the Akamas Peninsula,
now a nature reserve, where the Tourism Organisation has
established some fine nature trails. In all, there are 52 nature
trails on the island, some short and easy, others very demanding.
Area covered: Greek (southern) Cyprus; North Cyprus is not
included, except on the touring map (where place names are shown in
Turkish). (Sunflower has a separate guide for North Cyprus.) Cyprus
is a large island; the drives and walks radiate from three main
bases: Pafos (Paphos), Lemesos (Limassol) and Larnaka (Larnaca).
Whatever your age or ability we've got some glorious walks and car
tours to ensure you have a memorable holiday in Cyprus. Inside the
Sunflower Cyprus guide book you'll find: 65 long and short walks
for all ages and abilities - each walk is graded so you can easily
match your ability to the level of walk Topographical walking maps
- give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain Free
downloadable gps tracks - for the techies Satnav guidance to walk
starts for motorists 7 car tours and fold-out touring map - for
easy reference on your tour Strolls to idyllic picnic spots - enjoy
our recommendations for where to picnic along the way Timetables
for public transport - ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid
hiring a car on your holiday Online update service for the latest
information Town plans of Lefkosia, Pafos, Lemessos, Larnaka, Ayia
Napa are included Whether you tour the region by car or explore on
foot, we look forward to showing you around.
The go-to Menorca walking guide for discovering the best walks and
car tours. Strap on your boots and discover Menorca on foot with
the Sunflower Menorca travel guide. And on the days when your feet
may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our
legendary car tours. The Sunflower Menorca guide is indispensable
for hiking in Menorca or seeing Menorca by car. Menorca is a
peaceful island, much more low-key than its neighbouring Balearic
Islands. Walking in Menorca takes you to some beautiful scenery,
both inland and along the truly idyllic coastline with its splendid
beaches. Whether you're hiking or touring Menorca by car, you will
marvel at the amazing remnants of Menorca's past scattered all
around the island, the densest concentration of prehistoric
monuments in Europe. This fully updated 7th edition will delight
Menorca's many enthusiasts. The large-scale topo maps and the
fold-out touring map include the Cam de Cavalls, a round-the-island
coastal trek. Whatever your age or ability we've got some glorious
walks and car tours to ensure you have a memorable holiday in
Menorca. Inside the Sunflower Menorca guide book you'll find: 50
long and short walks for all ages and abilities - each walk is
graded so you can easily match your ability to the level of walk
Topographical walking maps - give you a clear sense of the
surrounding terrain with a scale of 1:50 000 Free downloadable gps
tracks - for the techies Satnav guidance to walk starts for
motorists 2 car tours and fold-out touring map - for easy reference
on your tour Strolls to idyllic picnic spots - enjoy our
recommendations for where to picnic along the way Timetables for
public transport - ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid
hiring a car on your holiday Online update service for the latest
information Includes Mahon and Ciutadella town plans Whether you
tour the region by car or explore on foot, we look forward to
showing you around.
The United States is considered the world's foremost refuge for
foreigners, and no place in the nation symbolizes this better than
Ellis Island. Through Ellis Island's halls and corridors more than
twelve million immigrants-of nearly every nationality and
race-entered the country on their way to new experiences in North
America. With an astonishing array of nineteenth- and
twentieth-century photographs, Ellis Island leads the reader
through the fascinating history of this small island in New York
harbor from its pre-immigration days as one of the harbor's oyster
islands to its spectacular years as the flagship station of the
U.S. Bureau of Immigration to its current incarnation as the
National Park Service's largest museum.
The go-to Western Crete walking guide for discovering the best
walks and car tours. Strap on your boots and discover Western Crete
on foot with the Sunflower Western Crete travel guide. And on the
days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular
scenery on one of our legendary car tours. The Sunflower Western
Crete guide is indispensable for hiking in Western Crete or seeing
Western Crete by car. Mountains rearing straight up from the sea,
deep wooded gorges, ravines and valleys - and yet more glorious
mountains, standing proud and acting as a magnet to the eye and the
imagination - that's Western Crete, or real Crete, as some would
say. Its strong, dramatic scenery and colours create sweeping
landscapes of harsh but beautiful countryside - countryside that
has been the backdrop for heroic deeds, ancient civilisations and
constant intrigue for thousands of years, and the home of obdurate,
tough-spirited people - made so by their labours on the land and
their experiences. Getting to know Western Crete takes time. We
hope we will lead you straight to the heart of the matter with this
book, whether you are a first- or second-time visitor unsure about
how best to get to know the island or, indeed, if you are someone
who doesn't need convincing but would like a reliable, thorough and
different guide. We encourage you to explore to the full. Whatever
your age or ability we've got some glorious walks and car tours to
ensure you have a memorable holiday in Western Crete. Inside the
Sunflower Western Crete guide book you'll find: 55 long and short
walks for all ages and abilities - each walk is graded so you can
easily match your ability to the level of walk Topographical
walking maps - give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain
with a scale of 1:50 000 Free downloadable gps tracks - for the
techies Satnav guidance to walk starts for motorists 8 car tours
and fold-out touring map - for easy reference on your tour Strolls
to idyllic picnic spots - enjoy our recommendations for where to
picnic along the way Timetables for public transport - ideal if you
want to link two walks or avoid hiring a car on your holiday Online
update service for the latest information Includes Hania and
Rethimnon town plans Whether you tour the region by car or explore
on foot, we look forward to showing you around.
The ultimate recipe collection for feeding a crowd When the mood
calls for food that feeds the people we love, this
every-eventuality entertaining bible will have you covered. With
over 400 recipes and page after page of mouthwatering photographs,
this book is filled with dishes to suit all types of gatherings and
celebrations. There are canapes and slow cooks, brunches, bakes and
barbecue spreads, as well as meat, fish and vegetarian dishes and
the most decadent seasonal feasts. What's more, every recipe has
been Triple-Tested in the Good Housekeeping kitchens to ensure it
works perfectly, every time. From one of the world's most trusted
brands, this book is full of convivial, flavour-packed food to
reunite over and indulge in.
Brunch at Brother Marcus is a weekend institution in London, and
here in their first book you can find out why. Tas and Alex take
the flavours of the Eastern Med to make dishes worth getting out of
bed for, from simple favourites like Menemen - a spicy scrambled
eggs made with peppers and tomatoes - to the sublime: think Pulled
Lamb Flatbreads or Rosti with Fried Chicken and Eggs. Brunch with
Brother Marcus also features recipes to make your own yoghurt,
pickles, salt beef and breads as well as a drinks chapter that
delivers both smoothies and fortifying cocktails such as the
Brother Mary, or the alcohol-free Pomegranate Ginger Beer (sure to
put a skip in your step). And there are sweets too, including
traditional Baklavadika and a truly divine Portokalopita, an
extraordinary orange filo pastry cake. You won't want to brunch
with anyone else.
The go-to Eastern Crete travel guide travel guide for discovering
the best walks and car tours. Strap on your boots and discover
Eastern Crete on foot with the Sunflower Eastern Crete travel
guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy
some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. Whether
you walk, drive or picnic in eastern Crete, the mountains will be
your constant companions, changing colour and mood from dawn to
dusk, as you move through them, round them and over them. You
cannot fail to feel their dramatic attraction. The stunning colours
and heady scent of flowers and herbs, tucked into rough ground or
splashed across a hillside, the warm-sounding buzz of hovering
bees, and the massed band of a thousand cicadas will all leave a
lasting impression - the 'special effects' of the total scene. You
may share this rural bliss only with a solitary shepherd, his
flocks and dogs, as you walk the hillsides of eastern Crete.
Greeks, on the whole, don't walk - unless they have to for their
day's labour. So be prepared for incredulous looks from the
townspeople and faint smiles from the villagers! Whatever your age
or ability we've got some glorious walks and car tours to ensure
you have a memorable holiday in Eastern Crete. Inside the Sunflower
Eastern Crete guide book you'll find: 55 long and short walks for
all ages and abilities - each walk is graded so you can easily
match your ability to the level of walk Topographical walking maps
- give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain Free
downloadable gps tracks - for the techies Satnav guidance to walk
starts for motorists 11 car tours and fold-out touring map - for
easy reference on your tour Strolls to idyllic picnic spots - enjoy
our recommendations for where to picnic along the way Timetables
for public transport - ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid
hiring a car on your holiday Online update service for the latest
information Whether you tour the island by car or explore on foot,
we look forward to showing you around.
This compendium of accounts by expert authors links themes of civic
history, the Defence of the Realm estate, and modern imperatives
for urban renewal in the perspective of the need to protect a
unique heritage for future generations. An attractive and
illustrated souvenir and quick reference guide for municipal
officers, residents, and visitors drawn to the unique tourist
attractions of Gosport, it also serves as a companion guide and
backdrop to the now successful, nationwide annual Heritage Open
Days festival in September which The Gosport Society helped to
found more than 25 years ago.
Here is the story of Ireland's Civil War in colour - a defining
moment in Irish history brought to life for the first time in
hand-coloured photographs. The events of 1922-1923 are revealed
using photographs painstakingly hand-coloured by John O'Byrne. His
attention to detail gives a vivid authenticity that brings the
events alive. Many of these photographs, carefully selected from
archives and private collections, have never been published before.
They carry informative captions by Michael B. Barry, based on
extensive historical research. This richly illustrated book gives a
fresh perspective to the conflict. If you want a better
understanding of the story of the Irish Civil War, this is the book
for you.
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