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Though the English colony that would be known as Newport News,
Virginia was settled in the early 1600s, the modern story began in
the 1880s with the arrival of the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad
and the building of shipyards by the Newport News Shipbuilding and
Dry Dock Company. Over 250 vintage postcards will take readers on a
journey through the city's history, industry, recreation, and
culture from the 1890s through World War II. Enjoy a nostalgic tour
of the Maritime Museum, stroll down the beach, or take a tour of
the biggest privately owned shipyard in the United States. A
chapter on deltiology (the study and collecting of postcards) gives
collectors useful information to help them build their own postcard
collection.
This book collects together cultural pearls of wisdom from 86
countries to form the ultimate reference book for how to live well.
Each culture lives by its own words of wisdom - handed down from
generation to generation, covering everything from keeping a house
tidy as a Shinto shrine to cooking a meal as simple and nutritious
as a southern Italian's supper. Do you want to eat as well as the
French, enjoy life as much as the Costa Ricans, live as
thoughtfully as the Scandinavians and be as healthy as the
Japanese? This 416-page book, packed full of expertly-sourced
information and stunning photography, will tell you how. With
countries as far and wide reaching as Colombia and New Zealand,
you'll be sure to learn plenty of life lessons that you can put
into action throughout.
The elegance of Tuscany's grand cities is found on a more intimate
scale in its numerous small towns and villages, the most charming
of which are celebrated in this revised, compact edition of the
bestselling book. Thirty-six villages from all over Tuscany feature
here, from those clustered around the great cities of Lucca and
Florence, which produce some of the finest olive oil and are home
to some of the world's greatest works of art, to the Chianti region
and the valley of the Orcia, devoted to the cultivation of aromatic
herbs. The vivid, highly descriptive accounts of each village are
accompanied by page after page of marvellous colour photographs.
`Beautifully composed photographs ... graceful, knowledgeable text'
- Country Living `Breathtaking photographs ... the riches and
variety of Tuscany are laid out for all to see ... a well balanced,
well presented and well written exploration of one of Italy's most
beautiful regions' - Contemporary Review
Durrell has an uncanny knack of discovering human as well as animal
eccentricities' Sunday Telegraph Ten-year-old Gerald doesn't know
why his older brothers and sisters complain so much. With snakes in
the bath and scorpions on the lunch table, the family home on the
Greek island of Corfu is a bit like a zoo so they should feel right
at home... Gerald joyfully pursues his interest in natural history
in the midst of an unconventional and chaotic family life - all
brilliantly retold in this very funny book.
A souvenir, a gift, or a portable way to immerse yourself in the
island charm of Oak Bluffs, this small-format book captures on each
page a new colorful view to treasure for years to come. The town of
Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard shines here in beautiful images
showing all the seasons. Revisit the paths and walkways as you tour
the Campground, Ocean Park, and many more iconic sites. Boats
docked in the harbor, the 1870s carousel complete with brass rings
to grab, the sandy beaches, the intricately-decorated
cottages-these photos provide an enjoyable keepsake of magnificent
Oak Bluffs and its idyllic hideaways and seaside vistas.
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Tyne View
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Michael Chaplin
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Discover how the quest for gold and silver in Southern Arizona
created boom towns that attracted hard-living men and shady ladies.
View the dusty streets of Tombstone where the Earp family fought
the Clantons. Discover dude ranches where famous people dressed
like their favorite movie-star cowboys and cowgirls, and enjoy
humorous postcards made for early tourists. Follow the development
of historic Tucson from adobe barrios to the modern-day city where
Arizonas first university was built. Look inside the Yuma
Territorial Prison (known as the Hell Hole) where prisoners endured
temperatures over 120 degrees and escape was unknown. Take a
journey back into time as 295 color images tell Southern Arizona's
early history.
From the green, terracotta and ochre of the Ionian Islands in the
west, to the brilliant blue and white of the Aegean, the villages
of Greece and its islands present a picture of incomparable beauty.
The variety of village life and building springs from a multitude
of histories and influences, often accompanied by foreign
occupation. Yet this variety cannot disguise the fact that these
villages are all, in their separate ways, an expression of
Greekness, one of the most durable ideals in history. Captured here
are the most beautiful villages created by that indomitable spirit.
Complete with appendices of useful information for the traveller
and now available in a new compact format, The Most Beautiful
Villages of Greece and the Greek Islands presents a fabulous
picture of a village culture largely lost to other countries of
Europe, but loved by many visitors each year.
Historic postcards take you on an eye-candy tour of Cape May's
past. Hand-colored images portray bonneted ladies in long dresses
treading the boardwalk, and the great Victorian hotels where they
stayed. Hand-tinted photography dating back one hundred years opens
an keyhole to the past, when the streets were still paved with sand
and traversed by horse and carriage. An extensive collection of
images portrays the U.S. Naval Training Station. Photo chromes
further trace the development of the Washington Street Mall, the
restoration of the Emlen Mansion, the sinking of the Atlantus off
the point, and the transformation of the Convention Center. Imagery
and text trace this wonderful town's story, from nostalgic,
sepia-toned past through its renaissance as one of East Coast's
most popular, and distinctive historic resort towns.
Riding up hills is the ultimate challenge for a cyclist. This guide
is a compilation of some of the best hills in Bristol, Bath, and
the surrounding area. It's not just a definitive list of the top 50
toughest climbs; instead, author J J Wheeler has selected some of
the most iconic, the most thrilling, the most interesting, varied
and, of course, hardest hill climbs that this region has to offer.
There's something here for everyone, from the Weekend Warrior to
the serious road racer. Just get out there and enjoy the ride!
It is still possible to visit Ireland and find people lovingly and
enthusiastically keeping their ancient cultural activities alive.
This includes creating world-renowned traditional crafts and
quality collectible. This guide to shopping in Ireland is organized
by product (pottery, china, crystal, jewelry, linens, etc.) but
also provides information on factory tours, hours of operation,
history, and favorite product lines. Other more general information
covers Value Added Tax (VAT), currency, terminology and slang,
customs issues, and what's involved in shipping things home. A
useful appendix provides a list of shops and clubs in the United
States and Canada dedicated to selling and collecting products from
Ireland.
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London
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Alastair Horne
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When you think of London, what do you picture? Westminster Abbey?
The electric lights of Piccadilly Circus? The grandeur of
Buckingham Palace? Or do you see busy shopping areas, beautiful
bridges and buzzing bars and restaurants? Or is it the parks, the
boats on the River Thames and the bustling train stations that
spring to mind? With London there are just so many intriguing sides
to the city. In 200 outstanding images, London celebrates this
remarkable capital city, from its world-famous landmarks to cobbled
alleyways, from the dizzy heights of The Shard and The Gherkin down
to its railway stations and deeper still to the city's jam-packed
underground. Ranging from both classic and modern landmarks, this
book covers everything from parks to transportation. From tennis at
Wimbledon to shopping at Harrods and afternoon tea at Claridge's,
Alastair Horne explores a plethora of aspects to this sprawling
metropolis. Presented in a handy pocket-sized landscape format and
with captions revealing many fascinating but little-known facts
about the history and culture of this diverse city, London is a
stunning collection of images of one of the world's most iconic
cities.
A new edition of a modern classic of photography. Martin Parr is
Europe's premier contemporary photographer, and "The Last Resort"
is the book that is considered to have launched his career. Taken
at the height of the Thatcher years, it depicts the "great British
seaside" in all its garish glory. Described by some as cruel and
voyeuristic and by others as a stunning satire on the state of
Britain, early editions are now much sought after by collectors
worldwide. Includes a new essay by Gerry Badger, photographer,
architect, curator, and critic.
Miami, one of the most popular cities in Florida, is seen through
338 images, including over 140 pairs of Past and Present views
featuring vintage postcards and modern-day photographs. Many of
Miami's early structures remain, but in dramatically different
settings: the Miami News Tower, City Hall, Fort Dallas, and Olympic
Theater. Tour the famous Pier 5 and the Bayside Marketplace. Stroll
Flagler Street, Biscayne Boulevard, and South Beach's Ocean Drive.
Colorful text provides insight to the area's history. This is a
journey into the past for both residents who remember Miami's early
days and those who are new to Miami, as well as being a great
resource for history buffs.
Tour historic Fort Lauderdale, Florida through 276 color postcard
images that depict the growth of the "Venice of America" and
"Gateway to the Everglades." Be transported to earlier days before
urban sprawl and renewal. From the 1900s through the 1960s, images
of Seminoles, farming, tourism, the beach, buildings, and the New
River will appeal to everyone interested in Florida history,
architecture, and water activities.
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Pennsylvania
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Michael P Gadomski
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Discover every corner of Pennsylvania, from the place where the
United States began to the shores of Lake Erie to the first-class
city of Pittsburgh, historic Scranton, and the rural farmland,
forestland, and small towns in between. Visit Pennsylvania's
historic sites, which are also the nation's historic sites because
so many important events took place here. View the birthplace of
the only US president from Pennsylvania, trees over 450 years old,
the place where oil was first discovered, the peaceful Amish
countryside, historic colonial buildings, and modern metropolitan
cities. Through striking images and detailed captions, join the
photographer on a journey of one of the country's most significant
and diverse states.
Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of
fascinating facts, this beautiful children's book takes you on an
exciting round-the-globe tour, with a stopover in every nation on
every continent! Did you know that Cuba's national sport is
baseball, one of the most popular sports in the US? And that kids
in both Japan and Chile have earthquake drills on their school
schedule? Find out about anything from the spookily vibrant Day of
the Dead parade in Mexico and the beautiful springtime cherry
blossom displays of Japan, to blueberry-picking in Sweden and
India's space programme. Discover the countries of the world -
explore their geography, wildlife, traditions, and arts, in this
picture-packed children's book. Every country profile is full of
photos, and each nation has a full-colour map detailing its main
cities, landscape features, and borders, and exactly where in the
world they are, in this engaging encyclopedia for children aged
9-12. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore: -Striking
and detailed diagrams, drawings and illustrations on every page -A
highly visual approach to learning -Ideal combination of colourful
diagrams with infographic text boxes This captivating kids
encyclopedia tackles our weird and wonderful world continent by
content, with informative profiles for each of the 196 nations of
the world and striking illustrations, photographs and diagrams
featured throughout provide an optimum visual learning experience
for both children and adults alike, accompanied by an array of fun
facts from around the globe! This world encyclopedia includes
at-a-glance panels that provide a quick reference to all the stats,
making this engaging encyclopedia for kids an ideal combination of
colourful diagrams and infographic text boxes with easy-to-read
accessible text for readers aged 9-12, yet can be enjoyed by the
entire family, making this enthralling children's encyclopedia a
beautiful and educational gift that can be passed down generations.
Learn all about the world one picture at a time! If you like
Countries of the World, then why not complete the collection? Part
of the highly-visual Our World In Pictures series, avid readers can
dive into the world of dinosaurs with The Dinosaur Book, become a
vehicle virtuoso with Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes and explore
the incredible animal kingdom with Animal Book.
From the "most historic square mile" in the country to one of the
largest urban parks in the world and then to the realms of sports
and cheesesteaks, 120 images take the viewer on a journey through
the rich history, sights, and pop culture of Philadelphia. Included
are oft-visited iconic spots, such as Independence Hall, where the
country's founding fathers committed to rebellion, hammered out the
Constitution, and governed the nation, and the steps of the
Philadelphia Museum of Art, immortalized in the movie "Rocky."
Interwoven are many historic and contemporary scenes that are
associated with what is locally and loosely known as "center city."
The book is a brief travelogue through the time and space of this
old and venerable but very much alive place.
Anglesey is an island steeped in history. Situated off the North
Wales Coast, Anglesey (Ynys Mon in Welsh) has seen many people come
and go. Prehistoric standing stones and burial chambers dot the
landscape alongside Iron Age and Roman era settlements, medieval
churches, fishing villages, Victorian towns and modern industrial
sites. Towns such as Llangefni and Beaumaris are pictured with
their modern shopfronts alongside images of their old, simpler
facades. The Menai and Britannia Bridges are shown with their older
structures compared to their current refurbished forms. Seaside
towns are pictured teeming with sailing ships in the old days and
pleasure cruisers today. This book aids those who are discovering
the island for the first time, as well as residents wondering what
it looked like in their grandparents' days.
Visit the Ocean City, Maryland, that your grandparents visited.
Historic photographs preserve images from the 1900s when bonneted
women wore full-length dresses on the boardwalk. Then travel to the
1970s, when the crowds stopped at 38th Street. Aerial views help
trace the island's development from a remote Victorian seaside
village to the advent of high-rise condos and resort hotels. Look
back at the city's long-favorite attractions: the Boardwalk and the
Fishing Pier. See famous landmarks like the Atlantic Hotel and the
Ocean City Life-Saving Station. Venture to nearby attractions at
the Ocean Downs Raceway, Frontier Town, and Assateague Island.
Pictures and text beautifully summarize the history of this popular
summer vacation area.
The "Illustrated History of Leicester's Suburbs" shows, through a
fine selection of photographs from the Leicester Mercury and
Leicestershire Record Office, how the countryside, farms and
villages developed into the urban streets, residential areas,
shopping districts and industrial estates that are so familiar
today. In the course of the last 150 years, the outskirts of the
city have been transformed, and they would have expanded in a way
that would astonish Leicester residents of just a few generations
ago.In this detailed and fully-illustrated account of the suburbs,
Christine Jordan offers a concise history of each district, but she
also features local anecdotes, myths and folklore, and she
remembers remarkable, sometimes bizarre, episodes and notable
individuals who played their part in the story. Her survey will be
essential reading and reference for everyone who takes an interest
in their neighbourhood and in the complex, surprising history of
the city itself.Leicester evolved over the centuries, gradually at
first, then swiftly during the 19th and 20th centuries. In the
space of a few generations, small villages on the periphery were
absorbed by the city's expansion. But Christine Jordan shows how
these villages retained an identity, and their names have lived on
in the urban areas that surround the centre. The origins and
development of districts as diverse as Aylestone, Braunstone,
Stoneygate, Evington, Spinney Hills and Clarendon Park are recalled
in her account, as are the stories of the many other communities
that make up the modern city.
Discover the natural and architectural wonders that abound along
New York's Hudson River Valley in this lavishly illustrated travel
and field guide. The unique scenery, plants and wildlife, and
architecture of the valley, from Sleepy Hollow near New York City
north to the town of Catskill, are showcased through 150 color
photos. Brief essays relate the majesty of the four seasons in the
valley, its waterfalls, bogs, people, history, and more. Whether
it's learning about the recovery of bald eagles or the region's
rare orchids, taking a tour through a historic Gilded Age mansion,
or rambling to the top of a legendary mountain said to be the abode
of mischievous imps, it will be hard, if not impossible, to avoid
falling "under the sway of some witching power" that Washington
Irving believed pervades this remarkable land. Includes a map with
forty locations worth visiting and driving directions.
A spectacular inland city, Indianapolis, Indiana is rich in history
and charm. Over 340 vintage, hand-tinted and sepia-toned postcards
dating back to the turn of the century showcase the nostalgic
quality of this Hoosier city. Experience the quintessential
landmark, Monument Circle, with its memorials to Civil War
governor, Oliver P. Morton, and others who have died in service of
their country. Go from muddy roads to bustling streets as views of
Butler University and the home of President Benjamin Harrison
spring to life. Consider the life of noble poet, James Whitcomb
Riley, and enjoy the thrill at the great Indianapolis 500 Mile
Race. It's all here in Indianapolis! Approximate dating and
postcard values will aid collectors in building their own
collections of these striking images.
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