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Walks Orkney (Paperback): Felicity Martin Walks Orkney (Paperback)
Felicity Martin
R111 R94 Discovery Miles 940 Save R17 (15%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This guide brings together a selection of the best walks in Orkney. The walks include cliff-top and beach walks, as well as routes through farmland and hill climbs.

Cold War American Exhibitions of Italian Art and Design (Hardcover): Antje Gamble Cold War American Exhibitions of Italian Art and Design (Hardcover)
Antje Gamble
R4,054 Discovery Miles 40 540 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Enriching the existing scholarship on this important exhibition, Italy at Work: Her Renaissance in Design Today (1950–53), this book shows the dynamic role art, specifically sculpture, played in constructing both Italian and American culture after World War II (WWII). Moving beyond previous studies, this book looks to the archival sources and beyond the history of design for a greater understanding of the stakes of the show. First, the book considers art’s role in this exhibition’s import—prominent mid-century sculptors like Giacomo Manzù, Fausto Melotti, and Lucio Fontana were included. Second, it foregrounds the particular role sculpture was able to play in transcending the boundaries of fine art and craft to showcase innovative formalist aesthetics of modernism without falling in the critiques of modernism playing out on the international stage in terms of state funding for art. Third, the book engages with the larger socio-political use of art as a cultural soft power both within the American and Italian contexts. Fourth, it highlights the important role race and culture of Italians and Italian-Americans played in the installation and success of this exhibition. Lastly, therefore, this study connects an investigation of modernist sculpture, modern design, post-war exhibitions, sociology, and transatlantic politics and economics to highlight the important role sculpture played in post-war Italian and American cultural production. The book will be of interest to scholars working in art history, design history, museum studies, Italian studies, and American studies.

The Rough Guide to Sardinia (Travel Guide with Free eBook) (Paperback, 8th Revised edition): Rough Guides The Rough Guide to Sardinia (Travel Guide with Free eBook) (Paperback, 8th Revised edition)
Rough Guides
R333 Discovery Miles 3 330 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Practical travel guide to Sardinia with a free eBook featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in Sardinia, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in Sardinia, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Rough Guide to Sardinia covers: Cagliari, the Southwest, Campidano, La Marmilla and Sarrabus, Oristano and around, Alghero and the Northwest Coast, Sassari and around, Gallura, and Nuoro and Ogliastra. Inside this travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Sardinia, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Sassari to family activities in child-friendly places, like La Marmilla or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Cagliari. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including Sardinia entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Carefully planned routes covering the best of Sardinia give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for wine tasting, eating out and sunbathing. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of Campidano, Sarrabus, Oristano, and Alghero's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Sardinia, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Sardinia, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Sardinia, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Cecilia and the spectacular Porto Pollo. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Alghero and the Northwest Coast and Nuoro and Ogliastra, and many more locations in Sardinia, reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

Korea - Culture Smart! - The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture (Paperback, Revised edition): James Hoare Korea - Culture Smart! - The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture (Paperback, Revised edition)
James Hoare 1
R363 R276 Discovery Miles 2 760 Save R87 (24%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Don't just see the sights get to know the people. Divided along the 38th parallel, modern Korea is the subject of two very different political, social, and economic experiments. Today the military might of the Marxist-Leninist North confronts the soft power and prosperity of the uber-capitalist South. Yet family and cultural ties bind the peoples of both Koreas, and reunification remains a cherished goal. Culture Smart! Korea helps you to navigate your way through the complexities of life in these non-identical twin societies, where, even in the affluent westernized South, sensitive issues can cause misunderstanding. By introducing visitors to the Koreans at home and at work, their customs, attitudes and values, this book paves the way for an incomparably more engaging experience, whatever your reason for traveling. Have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.

A New Role for Museum Educators - Purpose, Approach, and Mindset (Paperback): Elizabeth Wood A New Role for Museum Educators - Purpose, Approach, and Mindset (Paperback)
Elizabeth Wood
R976 Discovery Miles 9 760 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A New Role for Museum Educators shows how that learning happens in communities, how volunteers and professionals approach their work, the underlying principles and philosophies that guide the work of museum education, and how these are always evolving to remain relevant. Museum education in its most expansive definition is about communicating messages, creating learning experiences and, at its most aspirational, promoting human development for people of all backgrounds, abilities, and circumstances. This edited volume revisits the legacy of museum education practices, reflecting on the changing context of community and the role of cultural institutions, and provides insights into new directions that museums can take with a visitor-centered mindset. It provides foundational concepts around educational philosophies that guide practice, applied methods and approaches for implementation, and the ethos of an educational institution intended to support community learning and engagement that are essential to provide for the wide-ranging needs of all audiences. International perspectives from a variety of museums are considered, including art museums, children's museums, history museums and historic sites, science museums, botanical gardens, zoos and aquariums. Chapters included thought-provoking reflections on contemporary practices, concrete examples from across the globe, and useful tools for anyone working with public audiences. Grounded in practice and informed by research, this volume will be a go-to resource for arts and cultural organization practitioners, particularly those working in Museum Education. It will also be essential reading for students of Museum Studies, Education, and related fields

Edinburgh (Paperback, 3rd): Zoe Ross Edinburgh (Paperback, 3rd)
Zoe Ross
R63 Discovery Miles 630 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This vibrant series covers over 170 destinations worldwide, including our new range of UK specific titles, from cosmopolitan urban delights to sun-kissed beach idylls. Bursting with insightful and easily accessible information, these guides are full of practical information on how to make the most of a city break or longer holiday. The compact format quickly locates the top must see and do attractions. It spans a wide range of destinations, including those served by budget airlines. It offers the most comprehensive list of UK city titles currently available. It has practical listings to suit varied budgets and tastes. It has imaginative suggestions that reveal each destination's hidden gems. It is organised by recognisable areas, making orientation easy.

The Beaches of Scotland - A selected guide to over 150 of the most beautiful beaches on the Scottish mainland and islands... The Beaches of Scotland - A selected guide to over 150 of the most beautiful beaches on the Scottish mainland and islands (Paperback)
Stacey McGowan Holloway
R514 Discovery Miles 5 140 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Scotland is renowned for its dramatic, fierce landscapes, but many people don't realise that some of the country's most exhilarating scenery rests on its coastline. The Beaches of Scotland by Stacey McGowan Holloway is a guide to over 150 hand-picked beaches around Scotland's coast, stretching from the mainland to the Outer Hebrides before sweeping north to Orkney and Shetland. These beaches offer something for everyone, from gentle sands which feel almost tropical to rugged coves which can only be accessed by kayak. The selected beaches have not been chosen for purely aesthetic reasons: these locations offer some amazing opportunities for adventure. From surfing to snorkelling, kayaking, camping and cold-water swimming, this book travels from Kilmory Beach, with its views over the Paps of Jura, along single-track roads to Singing Sands on the Ardnamurchan peninsula. It takes you from Portabello on the edge of Edinburgh's bustling streets to Kervaig Beach in the far north-west, where the lucky visitor may spot seals or puffins. Experience Scotland at its wildest and most stunning at Achnahaird Bay, bask in the otherworldly sense that these remote beaches can inspire at Balnakeil, gaze in awe at the scenery you can't quite believe is real on Berneray's West Beach, or blow the cobwebs away as you wander along the sand of Dornoch in the far north-east. Whether you're after a thrilling day getting salt in your hair or a peaceful escape from responsibilities and worries, Scotland's coast has it all. Featuring information on the facilities, access and activities that can be enjoyed at each beach, as well as custom mapping and stunning photography, The Beaches of Scotland is the perfect companion to your exploration of Scotland's stunning coastline.

Steaming to Bamboola - The World of a Tramp Freighter (Paperback): Christopher Buckley Steaming to Bamboola - The World of a Tramp Freighter (Paperback)
Christopher Buckley
R514 R428 Discovery Miles 4 280 Save R86 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The Columbianna, an ancient tramp steamer with a notably eccentric crew, 200 layers of paint on her decks, a sailing history going back to 1945, and demons in her plumbing, was crossing the Atlantic for the umpteenth time-but on this occasion with a sharp-eyed observer, whose brilliant account brings to life the harshness, humor, and bizarreness of life on board. Steaming to Bamboola is a story of the author's time at sea. He tells first-hand about typhoons, cargoes, smuggling, mid-ocean burials, rescues, stowaways, hard places, hard drinking and hard romance. It is the tale of a ship and her crew, men fated to wander for a living--always steaming to, but never quite reaching, Bamboola. The was the first book by renowned author and humorist Christopher Buckley, which was originally published in 1982 to glowing reviews. Forty years and over a twenty books and hundreds of articles later, Buckley introduces Columbianna and her roguish crew to a new generation of readers.

111 VW Bus Stories That You Should Know (Hardcover): Christian Schluter 111 VW Bus Stories That You Should Know (Hardcover)
Christian Schluter
R622 Discovery Miles 6 220 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The VW Bus is not just a car. It is sentimental, a part of the family. A way of life on wheels. That's why most of them have names. And almost everyone has some sort of connection to the VW Bus. This book offers fascinating stories about one of the most popular automobiles of all time and the most successful camper van in the world - a kaleidoscope from the world of VW Buses. In 111 chapters, you will learn interesting, funny, surprising and emotional things about a vehicle that was originally intended as a simple delivery van and then made history as a multifunctional vehicle concept. Author Christian Schlueter, himself a passionate fan of the car, tells endearing, detailed and exciting stories about these legendary vans. He presents models with their production history and special features, introduces visionaries and gives an insight into the car industry. He reports on world records and adventure trips, as well as freedom and nostalgia. A wonderful compendium with photos about the world's fascination with the VW Bus - a must for every fan and lover of this cult car.

Lonely Planet Experience England (Paperback): Lonely Planet, James March, Jade Bremner, Sarah Irving, Emily Luxton, Lorna... Lonely Planet Experience England (Paperback)
Lonely Planet, James March, Jade Bremner, Sarah Irving, Emily Luxton, …
R524 R426 Discovery Miles 4 260 Save R98 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Lonely Planet's Experience England is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Take a jaunt through the picturesque Cotswolds, explore London's breathtaking history museums and get lost in a stately home - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover England's best experiences and get away from the everyday! Inside Lonely Planet's Experience England: Unique experiences to string together an unforgettable trip Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout Highlights and trip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests Fresh perspectives to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights Insider tips help you discover hidden gems and get around like a local Expert insights take you to the heart of the place - ancient history, tea, architecture, coastlines, city life, museums Practical info and tips on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel Covers London, Kent, Oxford, the Cotswolds, Bristol, Bath, Somerset, Isle of Wight, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall, Essex, Birmingham, York, Manchester, Liverpool, Isle of Man and more! The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience England, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on England's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip. Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the country has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet's England guide. Looking for a guide for London? Check out Lonely Planet's London guide for a comprehensive look at all the city has to offer, or Pocket London, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss experiences for a quick trip. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

The Ridgeway Map Booklet - 1:25,000 OS Route Mapping (Paperback): Steve Davison The Ridgeway Map Booklet - 1:25,000 OS Route Mapping (Paperback)
Steve Davison
R242 R195 Discovery Miles 1 950 Save R47 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

All the mapping you need to walk the Ridgeway National Trail an 87-mile (139km) route through southern England from Avebury in Wiltshire to Ivinghoe Beacon in Buckinghamshire. Following a ridge of chalk hills through the Chiltern Hills AONB and North Wessex Downs AONB, the Ridgeway is usually completed over 6-8 days and can be walked all year round. NOTE An accompanying Cicerone guidebook - The Ridgeway - describes the full route with lots of other practical information. The Cicerone guidebook INCLUDES a copy of this map booklet. This booklet of Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 Explorer maps shows the full line of the National Trail, along with the relevant extract from the OS Explorer map legend. It can be used when walking the trail in either direction, and is just the right size for slipping into a jacket pocket or top of a rucksack.

The Vineyards of Britain (Paperback): Ed Dallimore The Vineyards of Britain (Paperback)
Ed Dallimore
R661 R485 Discovery Miles 4 850 Save R176 (27%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Britain is fast becoming one of the world's most exciting wine regions. In this guide, wine expert and photographer Ed Dallimore provides detailed notes on the best vineyards, wineries and wines of Britain, all accompanied by his gorgeous photography. Ed lets you into his secrets about where to go for cellar door sales, explores which wines are being produced in which regions, and shares insights into hidden gems to seek out and try. A comprehensive guide to the vineyards, wineries and wines of Britain, from award-winning producers creating world-class sparkling whites to up-and-coming winemakers surprising the world with the diversity and quality of their wines.

Camino de Santiago Maps - Camino Frances: St Jean - Santiago (Paperback, 2nd edition): Anna Dintaman, David Landis Camino de Santiago Maps - Camino Frances: St Jean - Santiago (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Anna Dintaman, David Landis
R397 Discovery Miles 3 970 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This lightweight, minimalist map guide offers all the detailed maps, accommodations listings, and stage overviews available in the full Camino Frances Village to Village Guide, condensed to an ultralight 96 pages. The Camino Frances begins in picturesque Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port in France, crosses the Pyrenees and Basque country and the high plateau known as the Meseta before entering the misty mountains of Galicia. This 500-mile journey arrives to the Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela, where the bones of Saint James are said to reside. With full-color stage maps and city maps, you'll always know where you and where you're going. Detailed accommodations listings show everything you need to know about pilgrim hostels (albergues) as well as private accommodations for each budget. Planning and route tips keep you informed, in a pocket-sized book that weighs just 100 grams. All the information you need (without any fluff) to walk the 500-mile classic Camino Frances, a pilgrimage experience across northern Spain.

Lonely Planet Experience Iceland (Paperback): Lonely Planet, Zoe Robert, Egill Bjarnason, Jeannie Riley, Eyglo Svala... Lonely Planet Experience Iceland (Paperback)
Lonely Planet, Zoe Robert, Egill Bjarnason, Jeannie Riley, Eyglo Svala Arnarsdottir, …
R523 R424 Discovery Miles 4 240 Save R99 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Lonely Planet's Experience Iceland travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic destination with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. Gaze at the Northern Lights from dazzling coves, submerge into the Blue Lagoon, chase waterfalls along the South Coast - using our local experts and planning tools to create your own unique trip. Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Iceland: Local experts share their love for the real Iceland, offering fresh perspectives into the country's traditions, values and modern trends to make your travel experience even more meaningful In the know tips to help you build on your experiences when visiting well-known sights and landmarks Fun insights that will pique your curiosity and take you to the heart of the place - sample local craft beers infused with herbs, berries and even a Christmas tree; enjoy Iceland's most loved tradition of swimming with these essential pool etiquette tips; summit Snaefellsjokull glacier on a midnight-sun hike Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy views Handy seasonal trip planner to guide you on where to go, when to travel and what to pack Practical information on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel Comprehensive selection of maps throughout and beautiful full-colour photography to inspire you as you plan your unforgettable journey Covers Reykjavik, Southwest Iceland & Reykjanes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, South Coast & Southern Highlands, East & Southeast Iceland, Akureyri, North Iceland, the Westfjords, West Iceland Lonely Planet's Experience Iceland is an essential travel guide for all explorers looking to immerse themselves in the Icelandic way of life. Each book within the Experience series contains handy trip building tools so that you can take your pick of the must-see attractions and activities as suggested by our local experts - and create your own dream travel itinerary to get away from the everyday. Unlock even more travel secrets using the QR codes throughout each guide and discover story-worthy travel moments that you'll never forget. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet). "...these new Experience guides from Lonely Planet are irresistibly attractive." - The Washington Post Book Club 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

Tenerife Bus & Touring Map (Sheet map, folded): Jan Kostura Tenerife Bus & Touring Map (Sheet map, folded)
Jan Kostura 1
R155 R126 Discovery Miles 1 260 Save R29 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Tenerife Bus & Touring Map, the island's most popular map, is now back in its new 7th edition for 2020 now that TITSA (island bus company) has finished reorganising its routes and bus stations, and the island authorities have completed their road numbering system; extended motorway system and junctions numbered by their kilometer marker. Tenerife island map at 1:100k scale along with updated large scale street plans for Las America/Los Cristianos, Santa Cruz, Puerto de la Cruz, Los Gigantes/Puerto Santiago/Playa la Arena, Golf del Sur/Amarilla Golf, Las Galletas/Costa del Silencio. Masses of Titsa bus routes and timetable information including the Ten+ discount bus tickets used on Titsa buses; saving up to 50% on the already pocket-money fares. Tenerife island map has been drawn with particular emphasis on navigation by road and Titsa bus routes. Extensive place name index makes finding your destination on the island quick and easy, while our bus terminus and bus route numbering helps you find the routes you need to go where you want to go. Tenerife Bus & Touring Map is your best choice for exploring the stunning landscapes of the Island of Eternal Spring and is the travel essential for everyone visiting this exciting island in the Canaries. 860mm by 660mm makes Tenerife Bus & Touring Map a big map but thanks to our specialist 'concertina map fold' it is easy to open, and more importantly easy to refold to its convenient pocket size.

Queen Elizabeth's Wardrobe Unlock'd (Paperback): Janet Arnold Queen Elizabeth's Wardrobe Unlock'd (Paperback)
Janet Arnold
R2,360 Discovery Miles 23 600 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book provides photographs of portraits, miniatures, tomb sculptures, engravings, woven textiles and embroideries of clothes found in the wardrobe of Queen Elizabeth. It is an invaluable reference for students of the history of dress and embroidery, for social historians and art historians.

Museum Representations of Chinese Diasporas - Migration Histories and the Cultural Heritage of the Homeland (Paperback):... Museum Representations of Chinese Diasporas - Migration Histories and the Cultural Heritage of the Homeland (Paperback)
Cangbai Wang
R1,276 Discovery Miles 12 760 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Museum Representations of Chinese Diasporas is the first book to analyse the recent upsurge in museums on Chinese diasporas in China. Examining heritage-making beyond the nation state, the book provides a much-needed, critical examination of China's engagement with its diasporic communities. Drawing on fieldwork in more than ten museums, as well as interviews with museum practitioners and archival study, Wang offers a timely analysis of the complex ways in which Chinese diasporas are represented in the museum space of China, the ancestral homeland. Arguing that diasporic heritage is highly ambivalent and introducing a diasporic perspective to the study of cultural heritage, this book opens up a new avenue of inquiry into the study and management of cultural heritage in China and beyond. Most importantly, perhaps, Wang sheds new light on the dynamic between China and Chinese diasporas through the lens of the museum. Museum Representations of Chinese Diasporas takes a transnational perspective that will draw attention to the under-researched connections between heritage, mobility and meaning in a global context. As such, this cross-disciplinary work will be of interest to scholars and students working in the museum and heritage studies fields, as well as those studying Asia, China, migration and diaspora, anthropology, history and culture.

Accomplishing Cultural Policy in Europe - Financing, Governance and Responsiveness (Hardcover): Christopher Mathieu, Valerie... Accomplishing Cultural Policy in Europe - Financing, Governance and Responsiveness (Hardcover)
Christopher Mathieu, Valerie Visanich
R4,005 R3,323 Discovery Miles 33 230 Save R682 (17%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This book investigates the activities undertaken by the variety of actors that contribute to accomplishing cultural policy in Europe. These range from policy formulation and administration at the national and local levels, to artistic and cultural production activities to institutional governance. Arts and culture are an essential component to individual and collective quality of life. States, regions and municipalities increasingly recognize this intrinsic importance, as well as the instrumental values of the arts and culture. This has led to an increased interest in cultural policy, usually focusing on the policy process and policy effects. How cultural policy is accomplished is a matter of correspondingly increased importance, but less researched and understood. This volume shows how accomplishing cultural policy encompasses a vast expanse of activities, all unique but bound together as part of the continuous process of producing publicly subsidized art and culture for social and aesthetic purposes. The chapters also explore a range of thematic tensions that commonly arise in accomplishing cultural policy, such as the commercialization of arts and culture and counter-reactions; the challenges and means of promoting inclusiveness; the politics and effects of funding of the arts and culture; and good governance and vested interests in the arts and culture. Read together, these vivid case studies present a broad and unique picture of the wider and interconnected accomplishing process by expounding on the middle-ground between the policy formulation process and artistic and cultural production. Adding a novel conceptual formulation to studies of cultural policy, this book will appeal to practitioners, scholars and advanced students with interests in the sociology of the arts and culture, arts and culture management, cultural policy and cultural governance.

London Underground Symmetry and Imperfections - The Tube Mapper Project (Hardcover): Luke Agbaimoni London Underground Symmetry and Imperfections - The Tube Mapper Project (Hardcover)
Luke Agbaimoni
R643 Discovery Miles 6 430 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

There are currently 272 London Underground, 113 Overground and 45 Docklands Light Railway stations. Luke Agbaimoni has been slowly attempting to capture visual moments at each one. When we see a symmetrical image, it soothes us. It feels as if a puzzle has been completed in front of our eyes. In his first book, The Tube Mapper Project: Capturing Moments on the London Underground, Luke Agbaimoni captured themes such as light, reflections, tunnels and escalators, and documented how the London Underground is part of our identity, a network of shared experiences and visual memories. This follow-up project sees Luke delve into his obsession with symmetry, seeking out stunning and powerful examples across the network in his quest to find beauty in the seemingly mundane. London Underground Symmetry & Imperfections considers such questions as what symmetry means and how to find it in your daily commute, and also revels in the design of the newly opened Elizabeth line.

111 Places in Canterbury That You Shouldn't Miss (Paperback): ,Nicolette Loizou 111 Places in Canterbury That You Shouldn't Miss (Paperback)
,Nicolette Loizou
R355 Discovery Miles 3 550 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

111 Places in Canterbury That You Shouldn't Miss captures Kent life as it should be - relaxed, carefree and brimming with the ancient and the modern. Take your pick of regal treats which include ancient churches, lengthy piers and in-your-face graffiti. Seaside haunts and a village city display a county at the forefront of Europe that remains unmistakably English. Relics from Christianity's pioneers join modern art and literature in a cultural tangle that thrives to this day. Crazy golf, watery stories and wine to rival the continent's are all to be explored in this sun-soaked corner of the world. Kings, queens and archbishops vie for the local crown but jewels are all scattered around this region.

The Mini Rough Guide to Porto (Travel Guide with Free eBook) (Paperback): Rough Guides The Mini Rough Guide to Porto (Travel Guide with Free eBook) (Paperback)
Rough Guides
R165 Discovery Miles 1 650 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This pocket-sized travel guide to Porto is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Porto. It covers top attractions like Torre Dos Clerigos, Port Wine Cellars, The Se, Igreja de Sao Francisco, Palacio da Bolsa, Jardim do Palacio de Cristal or City of Bridges. Our Porto guide book will save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating city. This Porto travel guide has been fully updated post-COVID-19. This Mini Rough Guide to Porto covers: Ribeira, the Se, Baixa, Miragaia and Massarelos, Boavista and Serralves, Vila Nova de Gaia. In this guide book to Porto you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Porto, from cultural explorations in Baixa to family activities in child-friendly places, like World of Discoveries, Sea Life and Jardim do Palacio de Cristal or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas like Cais da Ribeira TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS This Porto travel guide covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including Torre dos Clerigos, Port Wine Cellars, Serralves, City of Bridges, Estacao de Sao Bento, Lello, Jardim do Palacio de Cristal and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions. COMPACT FORMAT Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this guide book to Porto is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Porto. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS Includes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture. WHAT TO DO Detailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities. PRACTICAL MAPS Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps of this travel guide to Porto will help you find your way around. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION Practical information on eating out, including a handy glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around to health and tourist information. STRIKING PICTURES Inspirational colour photography throughout. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of Porto guide book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

Disney's Land - Walt Disney and the Invention of the Amusement Park That Changed the World (Paperback): Richard Snow Disney's Land - Walt Disney and the Invention of the Amusement Park That Changed the World (Paperback)
Richard Snow
R546 R455 Discovery Miles 4 550 Save R91 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A propulsive and "entertaining" (The Wall Street Journal) history chronicling the conception and creation of the iconic Disneyland theme park, as told like never before by popular historian Richard Snow. One day in the early 1950s, Walt Disney stood looking over 240 acres of farmland in Anaheim, California, and imagined building a park where people "could live among Mickey Mouse and Snow White in a world still powered by steam and fire for a day or a week or (if the visitor is slightly mad) forever." Despite his wealth and fame, exactly no one wanted Disney to build such a park. Not his brother Roy, who ran the company's finances; not the bankers; and not his wife, Lillian. Amusement parks at that time, such as Coney Island, were a generally despised business, sagging and sordid remnants of bygone days. Disney was told that he would only be heading toward financial ruin. But Walt persevered, initially financing the park against his own life insurance policy and later with sponsorship from ABC and the sale of thousands and thousands of Davy Crockett coonskin caps. Disney assembled a talented team of engineers, architects, artists, animators, landscapers, and even a retired admiral to transform his ideas into a soaring yet soothing wonderland of a park. The catch was that they had only a year and a day in which to build it. On July 17, 1955, Disneyland opened its gates...and the first day was a disaster. Disney was nearly suicidal with grief that he had failed on a grand scale. But the curious masses kept coming, and the rest is entertainment history. Eight hundred million visitors have flocked to the park since then. In Disney's Land, "Snow brings a historian's eye and a child's delight, not to mention superb writing, to the telling of this fascinating narrative" (Ken Burns) that "will entertain Disneyphiles and readers of popular American history" (Publishers Weekly).

The Nature Lover's Bucket List - Britain's Unmissable Wildlife (Hardcover): Richard Madden, National Trust Books The Nature Lover's Bucket List - Britain's Unmissable Wildlife (Hardcover)
Richard Madden, National Trust Books
R270 R216 Discovery Miles 2 160 Save R54 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

The ideal gift for everyone who loves nature and the outdoors. 60 of Britain's unmissable wildlife wonders and where you can see them. This book shows you 60 of Britain's unmissable, world-class wonders of nature and tells you where you can find them. From starling murmurations in Somerset to otters in Shetland, from glowworms in Dorset to golden eagles in the Cairngorms. Along the way you'll also discover natural wonders that are right under your nose in your garden or even in the centre of a town - like hearing the dawn chorus and glimpsing a charm of goldfinches. A sequel to the very successful Great British Bucket List.

Walks the Western Lakes (Paperback): Richard Hallewell Walks the Western Lakes (Paperback)
Richard Hallewell
R96 R81 Discovery Miles 810 Save R15 (16%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This guide brings together a selection of the best walks in the Western Lakes and its surrounding area. The walks include town trails, coastal walks and routes through woodland and farmland and on the high moors.

Rock Trails Snowdonia - A hillwalker's guide to the geology & scenery (Paperback, 2nd edition): Paul Gannon Rock Trails Snowdonia - A hillwalker's guide to the geology & scenery (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Paul Gannon
R475 R427 Discovery Miles 4 270 Save R48 (10%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book explains to the hillwalker, in easy to understand but accurate terms, how geology has shaped the landscape of Snowdonia. A selection of seventeen guided walks is used to illustrate this in terms of what can be seen on the ground. This book, divided into two parts, is intended to help those who love Snowdonia's mountain scenery to understand how this haunting landscape came about. The first half narrates the story of colliding continents, volcanoes, mountain-building and glaciations in creating Snowdonia, explaining why volcanoes occurred, the rocks they created and how to interpret signs of mountain-building and glaciations on the ground. The second half describes several recommended walks, of differing levels of difficulty, but all with a wide variety of geological features to be seen and, most important, enjoying consistently fantastic views of the very best of Snowdonia's wonderful scenery. The author has concentrated on what you can see as you walk around the hills, pointing to conspicuous, easily seen features in rocks and the overall shape of the terrain in accounting for the present day landscape. New in this 2nd Edition - coverage of Southern Snowdonia; new improved maps; and, five new walks. Also in this series by Paul Gannon - Rock Trails Lakeland; Rock Trails Peak District; and, Rock Trails Scottish Highlands.

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