Bath has a rich and varied history, spanning the years from the Romans, the Saxons, the Georgians and Regency period to the present day. The pocket-sized City-Break Guide is a must for all visitors to this city, whether it is for a weekend or longer. It will guide you through sightseeing, shopping, walks, tours, eating and drinking, where to stay and things for kids. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel. More titles available in the Pitkin City-Break Series
Pocket-sized books to inspire your on-foot exploration of the best of the British Isles. Now with free eBook. Explorethe best of Bath withthis indispensably practical Insight Guides Great Breaks book. From making sure you don't miss out on must-seeattractions like the Roman Baths, to discovering hidden gems, including PriorPark, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, helpyou plan, and enhance your Great Break in Bath. · Practical,pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this is theideal on-the-move companion to your trip to Bath · Features ten detailedwalking tour itineraries, including the ancient centre and modern spa andStonehenge · Overviewsection features concise insider information covering everything from landscapeand location, to history and culinary highlights · Top Tensection takes you to the heart of your destination, from the Pump Room to PulteneyBridge · Rainy Dayrecommendations offer plenty of options, whatever the weather · Includes an innovativeextra that's unique in the market - all Great Breaks Guidescome with a free eBook · Invaluableitinerary maps and practical Travel Tips section ensure effortless exploration · Inspirationalcolour photography throughout About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer offull-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishinghigh-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. Weproduce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrasebooks, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs.Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus onhistory and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspireyour next adventure.
Since the publication of "The Color Purple" in 1983, Alice Walker has gained a reputation as one of the most popular and most controversial writers in the African American literary tradition. This book explains Walker's project as a "womanist" writer and as a cultural and political activist who increasingly styles herself as a New Age visionary. The author traces Walker's distinctive themes of child abuse and women's sexuality and shows the development of Walker's theories of racial hybridity, spirituality and goddess worship as well as her treatment of African American history. In an original reading of her oeuvre, Lauret shows convincingly that Walker continues to stretch her own, and her readers', imaginative visions.
The iconic Roman Baths, medieval Abbey, exquisite Georgian architecture and the luxurious Thermae Spa: Bath is one of the UK's most appealing destinations. Great Breaks Bath is a collection of 10 illuminating walks and tours in and around this elegant city, guiding you through the museums, gardens and architectural gems of Bath. Plus there are excursions further afield to the dynamic city of Bristol, Wells Cathedral, and the ancient site of Stonehenge - all accompanied by vivid full-colour photographs, clear maps and plenty of recommendations for where to eat and drink. It's packed full of ideas to inspire you, with the 10 top attractions in Bath, including the imposing Royal Crescent and following in the footsteps of Jane Austen; plus sections on active holidays and themed breaks. Features on Bath's architecture, thermal springs and literary heritage provide a cultural backdrop to the city, while practical information and our selective accommodation listings make planning your trip a breeze.
Part of a series of six student books which are matched to every type of AS level GCE course students can take - whether it is a single award or double award with Edexcel, OCR or AQA.
Stratford-upon-Avon, tucked into a pretty pocket of English countryside and displaying picturesque evidence of its 800-year history, would be a lure to visitors, even without its connection with William Shakespeare.
This full-colour guide comes with stunning photography capturing the special essence of Cambridge. It is divided into easy-reference sections where you will find something for everyone - from walk maps to fabulous shopping, from sightseeing highlights to keeping the kids amused and much, much more.
From the genteel Georgian terraces of Bath to the wilderness expanses of Exmoor, the fully updated The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol & Somerset provides an all-round account of this richly rewarding region, with comprehensive details of what to see, what to do and where to sleep, eat and drink. Useful context and background information accompany all the practicalities, interspersed with vivid, full-colour photos and some of the clearest maps to be found in any guidebook. Rough Guides' local experts cover high culture and street art, from the architectural glory of Wells Cathedral to Bristol's exuberant murals, as well as all the options for getting active, including cycling on the Somerset Levels and hiking in the Quantock Hills. Alongside information on the best local festivals, there are full reviews of the worthiest restaurants and the most characterful pubs. Beyond the borders of Somerset but within easy reach, The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol & Somerset also takes in such hotspot destinations as Salisbury and Stonehenge, as well as the full-on family attraction of Longleat. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol & Somerset.
