Category Archives: Travel Guides
Wimbledon Past
Wimbledon is synonymous with tennis. However, it has a fascinating history that has nothing to do with the Centre Court. Wimbledon`s manor house was a home of the Elizabethan Cecil family and, in later years, of the Spencers. The new railway encouraged development in this rural area and endangered even the Common, which was saved
Arab-Israei Cookbook
This book contains recipes which are accompanied by photos of the real people whom the author interviewed and extracts from their personal testimonies. These testimonies were woven together into a verbatim play that has been performed globally and is published separately.
Kilburn & West Hampstead Past
Kilburn is an old village straddling the Roman Watling Street to St Albans. West Hampstead was a tiny and remote outpost of Hampstead parish. But the construction of Finchley Road encouraged development in both places, and the invasion of a complex of railway routes was influential in the area`s layout. After a period of decline
The Welsh Rivers
This is the 2012 edition of the most comprehensive guidebook to canoeing and kayaking the rivers of Wales. Nearly all the rivers of the principality are covered, mostly from navigable source to sea or confluence. From lazy gentle tours suitable for families, to raging torrents and waterfalls. There are over 180 rivers and two thousand
Greenford, Northolt & Perivale Past
These three parishes remained in rural seclusion until the industrial and suburban developments of the 20th century. The text illustrates how, despite the links between them, the areas each assumed a different character. We see how the coming of the Grand Junction Canal intensified brick-making. In later years the parishes became well known for large
Sydenham & Forest Hill Past
Sydenham was popular for its medicinal spring but in the 19th century was the home of Crystal Palace. The building encouraged development and large family homes were built on the slopes – those that remain being much sought-after today. Famous residents included the cricketer W G Grace, George Lansbury, the future Labour leader, and the
Walthamstow Past
In the early 19th century, Walthamstow was described as `the largest and handsomest surburban village near the metropolis`. Bordered by the river Lea on the west and Epping Forest on the east, it had many fine villas. The railway and industrial development in the Lea Valley changed it. Housing multiplied rapidly in an uncontrolled sprawl.
Finchley & Whetstone Past
The villages of Finchley and Whetstone developed around the Great North Road, and even before railways transformed the area many solid villas were built in this essentially agricultural district. On the whole, development reflected its affluence. Its notable residents have included people as diverse as the entertainers Gracie Fields and Peter Sellers; Joseph Baxendale, who
Chingford Past
Chingford`s geological make-up and topography formed natural barriers to the 19th century development which transformed nearby Walthamstow and Tottenham. Consequently, Chingford remained an inward-looking, self -contained entity until well into the 20th century, Developers reached it at last and made it an upmarket residential area guarded by Epping Forest. Barbara Ray`s book tells the story
Gastronomic Dictionary: French – English
Gastronomic Dictionary: French – English is a pocket sized mini linguistic reference for all your culinary and liquid needs, containing over 4,500 translations of dishes, ingredients, utensils, cooking methods and general gastronomic vocabulary. Please note, the Gastronomic Dictionary: French – English only works one way, translating French into English and not vice versa.
Hayes Past
The quiet farming community of Hayes was precipitated into the industrial age by the construction of the Grand Union Canal, the importance of the Great West Road and the vast extension of Heathrow. Companies such as EMI and Fairey Aviation settled here and for many years, the working population overwhelmed the facilities of the little
Chelsea Past
A great book for research into Chelsea`s past, includes old maps, schools, religious groups and notable people, also landmarks along the Kings Road.
Leeward Island Anchorages
Leeward Anchorages, graphically, and through spectacular aerial photography, depicts 43 anchorages and harbors throughout the islands of Anguilla, Sint Maarten/Saint Martin, Saint Barts, Saba, Statia, Saint Kitts, Nevis, Barbuda, Antigua, Guadeloupe, Marie Galante, Iles des Saintes and Dominica from Road Bay, Anguilla to Roseau, Dominica. The book is to be used in conjunction with navigational
Scotland Land and people
An examination of the impact of human society on Scotland`s landscape. James McCarthy charts the relationship between the land and the people who inhabit it, giving an overview that sweeps from the geological fundamentals to a forward-looking appraisal of ecologically sensitive issues – land ownership, exploitation of resources, and conservation of Scotland`s natural heritage.
Kentish Town Past
A history of Old Kentish Town from renowned local history author John Richardson.
Aotearoa: The New Zealand Experience Std
This book aims to present a book for the New Zealand traveller that closely mirrors their experience in New Zealand. Using the best of contemporary digital photography, Aotearoa: The New Zealand Experience showcases both the extraordinary landscapes that draw people to this country, and the fantastic opportunities that visitors have to enjoy themselves and experience
