Frommer's New England is packed with candid opinions on the best country inns and restaurants, lobster pounds, antique shops, foliage tours, beaches, hiking, biking, and other outdoor adventures. We've covered all the perennial favorites, from the Freedom Trail to the Berkshires and beyond, but we'll also take you off the beaten track to discover New England's best small towns and most pristine wild places.
A rollicking adventure that is also exuberant fun, Dodie Smithґs 101Dalmatians has become a modern classic for children and families.The alarming premise is that Dalmatian puppies have begun to vanishall over England. Behind this dastardly crime is a villain whoseviciousness is matched only by her style, the one and only Cruella deVil. Who will save them? The fate of their fellow canines is left toPongo and his Missis, aided by their masters Mr. and Mrs. Dearly,who rally dogs all over England to save the Dalmatian pups.
With 1250 entries ranging from dragons to Mother Goose, May Day to Michaelmas, this enchanting dictionary unfurls the colorful history behind the holidays, customs, legends, and superstitious beliefs of England. Ever wonder why we kiss under the mistletoe at Christmas or think a rabbit's foot brings good luck? Two folklore authorities provide reliable and often surprising answers to these and other curiosities that have shaped daily life in England for centuries.
Настоящее издание является продолжением `The Yistory of England by J.J.Bell` и рассчитано на средний уровень владения языком (Intermediate). Оно посвящено интереснейшему периоду английской истории, длившемуся с 1485 по 1689 гг., со времен войн Алой и Белой розы до событий `Славной революции` и состоит из очерков, посвященных царствованию английских королей династий Тюдоров и Стюартов. Тексты сопровождаются комментариями и контрольными заданиями. Это позволяет рекомендовать книгу в качестве учебного пособия учащимся старших классов различных типов школ, студентам гуманитарных вузов, всем изучающим английский язык и интересующимся историей.
Product Description "New content on Northeast England" helps uncover a region that has been a well-kept secret for years but which offers the visitor some of the best countryside, castles and coastlines in the country, along with the friendliest people and the party capital of England, Newcastle. Comprehensive public transport coverage will encourage British readers to explore their own country while leaving their car at home. Local Voice interviews cover a cross-section of English society and give the reader insights into daily life that will enhance the holiday experience. Specific Greendex in the book covers sustainable sleeping, eating and drinking options. Whether you're interested in its magnificent stately homes, its beautiful countryside or its vibrant cities, this guide will ensure you get the most out of one of the world's most interesting countries.
over 120 detailed maps including 11 full-colour London city maps
in-depth information on England's fascinating cultural heritage
a range of accommodation options, from rustic bed and breakfasts to luxurious designer hotels
discerning coverage of the country's most adventurous restaurants and its cutting-edge club scene
insider tips on exploring England off the beaten track.
