Fountainhead of Federalismoffers a new translation of Heinrich Bullinger's presentation of his understanding of the covenant. Charles McCoy also discusses Bullinger's work as it relates to the federal tradition.
This eBook version of the Green Guide Spain reveals a land renowned for its culture, heritage and geographical diversity. Spain's beaches and mountains mix effortlessly with dynamic cities packed with world-class museums, superb dining and fantastic shopping. Visit a Rioja winery, admire Barcelona’s Modernist architecture, or island-hop across the Canaries. New regional introductions, Michelin's celebrated star-rating system, walking and driving tours, detailed maps, and suggested restaurants and hotels for a variety of budgets allow travelers to plan their trip carefully, or to be spontaneous in their journey.
From the Mediterranean to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta, experience Italy with the most up-to-date 2021 guide from Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Italy you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip to Italy Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the Colosseum and Michelangelo's David to corner trattorias and that perfect scoop of gelato How to connect with local culture: Walk in Caesar's footsteps through the ruins of the Forum, discover the relaxed rhythms of sunny Cinque Terre, or chat with fans about the latest soccer match (calcio, to locals) Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and experience la dolce far niente Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and museums Vital trip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to place Detailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, Italian phrase book, historical overview, and recommended reading Updated to reflect changes that occurred during the Covid-19 pandemic up to the date of publication Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Coverage of Venice, Padua, the Dolomites, Lake Country, Milan, the Italian Riviera, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Hill Towns of Central Italy, Siena, Tuscany, Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Capri, the Amalfi Coast, and much more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Italy. Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of Italy.
This new eBook edition of the Green Guide Spain is a wide-ranging guide to the best of the country. Visit dynamic cities packed with world-class museums, superb dining and fantastic shopping, or enjoy Spain's stunning beaches and mountains. The guide takes the guesswork out of trip organization. Detailed maps, driving itineraries and Michelin’s famed star-rating system ensure a variety of attractions and activities from a winery visit to cycling along Madrid's riverbanks. This guide covers it all to suit every budget and expectation. This new eBook edition of the Green Guide Spain is a wide-ranging guide to the best of the country. Visit dynamic cities packed with world-class museums, superb dining and fantastic shopping, or enjoy Spain's stunning beaches and mountains. The guide takes the guesswork out of trip organization. Detailed maps, driving itineraries and Michelin’s famed star-rating system ensure a variety of attractions and activities from a winery visit to cycling along Madrid's riverbanks. This guide covers it all to suit every budget and expectation. In this eBook you’ll find: • Modern layout design, full-color photos, and plenty of detail travelers look for. • "Inspiration" section for exciting travel ideas. • Practical Information section, now split between "Before You Go" and "On Arrival" for quicker reference. • Attractions reviewed and rated, using Michelin's celebrated star-rating system, from the magnificent, 3-star Alhambra perched above Granada to the 1-star Rías Altas area, very popular during the summer season. • Walk-throughs of major museums, galleries, churches and attractions; includes illustrations and floor plans. • Michelin walking and driving tours for a more in-depth, personal experience of the country. Follow one of the 12 round-trip driving itineraries to discover one of Spain's diverse regions, or explore Segovia's Old Town by foot. • Comprehensive illustrated sections on modern-day Spain, its art, history and culture, all written by experts in their fields. • Sidebars throughout the guide on intriguing topics from news in the Spanish wine scene to Buñol's infamous tomato throwing festival. • Detailed visitor information given for every attraction, opening hours, tour times, parking fees, phone, website. • Michelin area and city maps. • Includes recommendations for places to eat and stay for every budget. Download onto any kind of eReader (tablet or smartphone), and you’re set to go. Use the guide to orient yourself at any time with a treasure trove of 50 detailed maps, even if you’re offline with no Wi-Fi or 3G connection. With the interactive navigation, it’s easy to move within the guide. Click from the index to a point of interest or from a sight description to its location on the map. With one touch, you can even phone an establishment directly from the page or click through to a website for more information. No matter what eReader you use, with the Green Guide Spain eBook in hand, you’reready to explore the country, see some beautiful sights, and create a truly memorable journey.
Full-color throughout! Free full-color, foldout map. Insider advice on avoiding the crowds as you hit all the highlights of the 17 semi-autonomous regions of Spain, from the Prado in Madrid to the Guggenheim in Bilbao, from El Escorial to Granada's Alhambra. Plus tips for navigating the country's lovely but less-traveled corners, including Galicia in the northwest and Extremadura in the southwest. Where to find the absolute best paella in Valencia, the loveliest vineyards in La Rioja, the hottest tapas in Sevilla, and the finest suckling pig in Segovia. Insightful commentary on Spain's dazzling array of art and architectural masterpieces, from the Old World classicism of Velazquez to the modernism of Picasso and Dalí. Opinionated reviews. No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about their destinations--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpful way. Exact prices listed for every establishment and activity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people. User-friendly features including star ratings and special icons to point readers to great finds, excellent values, insider tips, best bets for kids, special moments, and overrated experiences.
Discover Britain's three unique countries through Michelin's driving and walking tours, star-rating system for attractions and maps, full-color photos, and recommendations for places to stay and eat
Uncover the best of the city from Manhattan to Brooklyn with the updated Michelin Green Guide New York City. Gateway to the United States, international diplomatic center, cultural mecca, financial powerhouse, fashion and foodie capital--this is New York, a 320 square-mile metropolis. Explore the city's world-famous buildings, museums, landmarks and neighborhoods. Through its star-rating system, multiple walking tours, well-researched places to eat and stay, colorful maps and suggested activities, the guide helps you enjoy all that New York City has to offer. Updated edition with full-color photos and the detail travelers look for.Attractions reviewed and rated using Michelin's celebrated star-rating system, such as the 2-star Guggenheim Museum in its iconic Frank Lloyd Wright-designed building and the 3-star Bronx Zoo exhibiting more than 4,000 creatures.Walk-throughs of major museums, galleries, churches and attractions so you don't miss a thing; includes illustrations and floor plans for the highlights of major attractions.Set off on one of the multiple walking tours for a more personal experience of New York's neighborhoods. Michelin walking and driving tours give clear directions accompanied by easy-to-follow maps to keep you on track.Comprehensive illustrated sections on modern New York City, art, history and culture, all written by experts in their fields.Sidebars throughout the guide focus on a range of diverse topics such as biking in the City and the East Village's popular indie book shops.Detailed visitor information given for attractions, opening hours, entry fees, tour times, phone, website. Michelin area and city maps.Practical information includes great places to eat and stay for a variety of budgets, as well as public transportation.Michelin Green Guides feature comprehensive, concise travel information for advance trip planning as well as spontaneous decisions during the visit.For more on New York City, rely on the MICHELIN Guide New York City for carefully researched, objective recommendations to great restaurants. Anonymous inspectors use the famed Michelin star-rating system to create an extensive selection of great places to eat for all budgets. Descriptive symbols and an English legend tell you all you need to know (minimal text is in the language of the country.) The recommendations and helpful maps in this annual update lead to an unforgettable travel experience. Our famous one, two and three stars identify establishments serving the highest quality cuisine - taking into account the quality of ingredients, the mastery of technique and flavors, the levels of creativity and, of course, consistency. In addition, the Bib Gourmand symbol (also known as the inspectors' favorites) highlights restaurants offering good quality at a good value. Also available for New York City are the: Michelin Green Guide New York City Short StaysMichelin New York City Map & GuideMichelin's Laminated New York City MapMichelin Manhattan Map No. 11
In A Writer’s Companion, Louis D. Rubin, Jr., has drawn on his years of accumulated wisdom—as well as the advice of some fifty prominent writers from various fields—to put together in a single volume a vast array of information. Organized in such a way as to make it exceptionally easy to use, and enhanced by Rubin’s graceful and witty prose, A Writer’s Companion will merit a place on the desk of every serious wordsmith. It is also a book that will bring endless hours of pleasure to anyone who enjoys reading simply for the sake of gaining new knowledge. As Casey Stengel said, “You could look it up.”
What's it like to be there? "Travellers' Tales" gives the best possible answer through the true stories of other travelers. Journey into Spain with some of the world's best writers, and discover a country of heightened senses, bougainvillea blossoming in crimson and orange, and air pungent with sizzling olive oil. A sensuous journey into a land of mystery and beauty.