Western Europe

Cora is about to discover who she truly is. It’s the summer of 1913, and Cora Kensington’s life on the family farm has taken a dark turn. Not only are the crops failing, but someone dear to Cora is failing as well. One fateful afternoon, a stranger comes to call, and Cora discovers a terrible secret about her past… a secret that will radically change her future. Cora is invited to take the “Grand Tour” of Europe, a trip intended to finish a person’s education and solidify an understanding of refinement and ancient culture.

Вы знаете, что five o'clock на самом деле начинается в 16.00, а типичный завтрак англичанина – это не овсянка? Откуда взялось блюдо Fish & Chips? Почему традиционные английские пудинги и пироги несладкие? Как есть Жабу-в-норке? Что такое «время пиммса»? Почему город стоит на сэндвичах с беконом? Как выглядит купальная машина и зачем принимать душ с друзьями? Зачем нужно столько пабов? А также особенности менталитета, диалекта и обычаев англичан, национальные блюда и напитки, все фишки лондонской жизни – всем этим в своем блоге @london_inn делится Наталья Лэнг, а теперь и с вами, дорогие читатели!

Cambridge professor and renowned historian Anthony Pagden covers a vast subject in a compact package with Peoples and Empires. This wide-ranging and intellectually stimulating work examines the origins and history of the West with terse, efficient prose. With a captivating narration by Robert O'Keefe, listeners will find this work enjoyable and utterly absorbing.

Poniemieckie heißt in Polen das ehemals Deutsche: Orte, Gebäude, Gegenstände, die von Millionen Deutschen zurückgelassen wurden, als sie am Ende des Zweiten Weltkriegs gen Westen flüchteten. Die neuen Besitzer waren Polen, oft selbst Vertriebene oder Umgesiedelte. Was den einen Verlust der Heimat, war den anderen Neubeginn im Fremden. Zwei Enden einer Geschichte, die zeigt, wie Biografien und Dinge über Zeiträume, Landesgrenzen und Generationen hinweg bis heute miteinander verwoben sind.

In a series of revolts starting in 1820, four military officers rode forth on horseback from obscure European towns to bring political freedom and a constitution to Spain, Naples, and Russia; and national independence to the Greeks. The men who launched these exploits from Andalusia to the snowy fields of Ukraine - Colonel Rafael del Riego, General Guglielmo Pepe, General Alexandros Ypsilanti, and Colonel Sergei Muraviev-Apostol - all hoped to overturn the old order.

In a riveting account of the dark days leading up to France's defeat and occupation, Martin reveals a great and civilized nation committing a kind of suicide in 1938. When the relative calm in the first quarter ends with Germany's invasion of Austria, France is faced with hard questions about its diplomatic and military posture, and the leftist political alliance called the Popular Front makes its last stand.

At the dawn of the 19th century, the great powers of Western Europe treated the United States like a disobedient child. America's complaints were ignored, until President James Madison declared a second war on Great Britain. British forces would descend on the United States, but America rallied and survived. With stunning detail on land and naval battles, the role Native Americans played in the hostilities, and the larger backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, this is the story of the turning points of this strange conflict, which inspired Francis Scott Key to write "The Star-Spangled Banner".

¿Sabía que la civilización occidental ha influido en la vida de prácticamente todas las personas que viven hoy en día? ¿Qué es lo que sabe de la civilización occidental? Puede parecer una pregunta curiosa, pero mucha gente no se da cuenta de hasta qué punto Occidente ha influido en el mundo. Los valores de la civilización occidental han influido en las leyes, en el sentido de la individualidad de las personas e incluso en nuestra moral. Aquí, en este libro, exploramos todos los aspectos fascinantes del gran marco sobre el que descansa nuestra civilización occidental moderna.

Greater Than a Tourist—Asturias Spain by Olena Podsobiei gives you the inside scoop on Asturias. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

The "Ireland Travel Guide" is your passport to an immersive journey through the captivating landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture of the Emerald Isle. This comprehensive guide serves as a trusted companion for both seasoned travelers and those embarking on their first Irish adventure. Spanning diverse chapters, the guide unfolds the layers of Ireland's geography, tracing its ancient history, exploring the dynamic urban centers, and venturing into the tranquil countryside.

Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Eat Like a Local - Sarajevo by author Nihada Sabanovic will offer the inside scoop on the best places to eat in the Sarajevo Bosnia and Herzegovina area.

The war between the Protestant Netherlands, mostly led by William of Orange, and Catholic Spain was one of the marks in Dutch history. This war had determined the beliefs of many people who now lived along the three rivers that went through the country. Most of the people north of the rivers were Protestant, and most of the believers below them (even throughout Belgium as well) were Catholic. This was no coincidence. The war in the 1600s had become a symbol of Dutch resistance, independence, and the royal family (of Orange).

In this audiobook we will shed more light on the Batavians, a people in history with much bravery, innovation, and determination to form a republic with freedom for its citizens, with opposing enemies they resisted. The Republic of the Seven United Netherlands was followed by the Batavian Republic. It started on January 19, 1795, and ended on June 5, 1806, with Louis I's succession to the Dutch throne. The political, financial, and social modifications that took place at the time of the Batavian Republic's short existence have left an enduring mark.

Das Hörbuch lässt Sie die Vielfalt der Region entdecken und bietet Ihnen einen tiefen Einblick in die Persönlichkeit von Südtirol. Neben der Vorstellung der schönsten Sehenswürdigkeiten werden Sie durch etliche Geheimtipps einzigartige Orte entdecken und Begegnungen erfahren, die sonst nirgends nachzulesen sind. Besuchen Sie die drei schönsten Städte Norditaliens jeweils an einem Tag, ganz ohne Planungsstress. Der Ratgeber leitet Sie durch charmante Gassen zu den tollsten Märkten sowie durch eindrucksvolle Monumente.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Leeds. Greater Than a Tourist - Leeds United Kingdom, by Laura Haley, offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit one of Yorkshire’s most lively and fun cities. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Rolling green hills, breathtaking views, and friendly people. These are just a few aspects used to describe Ireland. Travelers often go to Ireland with very little expectations, but they leave the country forever changed and longing to return. There is something for everyone, whether it be a busy and modern city, a relaxing countryside, or even quaint fishermen villages. Situated in the Atlantic, Ireland is the second largest island in Europe, after Great Britain. Ireland is split up into two predominant sections.

Lassen Sie sich von diesem Reiseführer zu den schönsten Plätzen und Wahrzeichen Wiens begleiten und erfahren Sie historische Hintergründe, die nicht alltäglich sind. Ihr Spaziergang durch die Innere Stadt kann rund 4-6 Stunden dauern.

Let this guide take you to the most beautiful places and landmarks of Vienna and learn historical backgrounds that are not commonplace. Your walk through the Inner City can take around 4-6 hours.

Guida turistica Vienna: Vienna in tedesco Wien, in austro-bavarese Wean, in ungherese Bécs, in sloveno Dunaj) è la capitale e allo stesso tempo uno dei nove stati federali dell'Austria, completamente circondato dalla Bassa Austria.

Undoubtedly, Napoleon, the French revolutionist and emperor, has left his mark on European history. His vast empire stretched all over the continent, and his unique image and posture have been emulated by many. In this comprehensive guide, we will take a look at some of the greatest achievements of Napoleon Bonaparte, as well as his virtues and vices, personal background, politics, exile, and death. You will gain a greater comprehension of his motives, the problems he faced, and how he solved said problems in his own way.