Author: Robert Cole Publisher: Interlink Publishing ISBN: 1623710596 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 320
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Germany is the most heavily populated of all the countries within the European Union. A Traveller’s History of Germany offers a complete and authoritative history of a country from the earliest of time to the present. It presents the facts in a clear and literate format and also gives the reader expert analysis of the events.
Author: Julia Boyd Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1681778432 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 464
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Travelers in the Third Reich is an extraordinary history of the rise of the Nazis based on fascinating first-hand accounts, drawing together a multitude of voices and stories, including politicians, musicians, diplomats, schoolchildren, communists, scholars, athletes, poets, fascists, artists, tourists, and even celebrities like Charles Lindbergh and Samuel Beckett. Their experiences create a remarkable three-dimensional picture of Germany under Hitler—one so palpable that the reader will feel, hear, even breathe the atmosphere.These are the accidental eyewitnesses to history. Disturbing, absurd, moving, and ranging from the deeply trivial to the deeply tragic, their tales give a fresh insight into the complexities of the Third Reich, its paradoxes, and its ultimate destruction.
Author: Jeremy Black Publisher: Robinson ISBN: 1472145925 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 287
Book Description
The history of Germany is intricately woven. Threaded in time through its struggles and triumphs with religion, industrialisation, enlightenment, politics, unification, and war. In A Brief History of Germany, Jeremy Black questions how the Germany we know today came to be, chronicling the events that shaped its past, present and future in a fascinating new way. From the fall of Rome in the 1500s to the enlightenment in the 1700s, from World War I and World War II to Germany post-unification, Black's writing will unlock the places and people that formed Germany and enrich your visit with stories of its society and culture. Concise yet explorative, A Brief History of Germany is an astonishing work from a renowned UK historian. Whether you are a long-term reader of Black's expansive history work or are interested in learning more ahead of a short city break or longer trip, this intriguing look at the history of Germany is an essential read.
Author: Mary Fulbrook Publisher: Paw Prints ISBN: 9781439512685 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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The multi-faceted, problematic history of the German lands has supplied material for a wide range of debates and differences of interpretation. This second edition spans the early Middle Ages to the present day, synthesizing a vast array of historical material. Mary Fulbrook explores the interrelationships between social, political and cultural factors in the light of the latest scholarly controversies. First Edition Hb (1991): 0-521-36283-0 First Edition Pb (1991): 0-521-36836-7
Author: Simon Winder Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux ISBN: 1429945419 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 482
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A UNIQUE EXPLORATION OF GERMAN CULTURE, FROM SAUSAGE ADVERTISEMENTS TO WAGNER Sitting on a bench at a communal table in a restaurant in Regensburg, his plate loaded with disturbing amounts of bratwurst and sauerkraut made golden by candlelight shining through a massive glass of beer, Simon Winder was happily swinging his legs when a couple from Rottweil politely but awkwardly asked: "So: why are you here?" This book is an attempt to answer that question. Why spend time wandering around a country that remains a sort of dead zone for many foreigners, surrounded as it is by a force field of historical, linguistic, climatic, and gastronomic barriers? Winder's book is propelled by a wish to reclaim the brilliant, chaotic, endlessly varied German civilization that the Nazis buried and ruined, and that, since 1945, so many Germans have worked to rebuild. Germania is a very funny book on serious topics—how we are misled by history, how we twist history, and how sometimes it is best to know no history at all. It is a book full of curiosities: odd food, castles, mad princes, fairy tales, and horse-mating videos. It is about the limits of language, the meaning of culture, and the pleasure of townscape.
Author: Karl Baedeker Publisher: Forgotten Books ISBN: 9781527862241 Category : Languages : en Pages : 366
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Excerpt from Southern Germany, Including Wurtemberg and Bavaria: Handbook for Travellers The maps and plans, on which special care has been bestowed will, it is hoped, render material service to the traveller in planning his tour. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author: DK Eyewitness Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1465486550 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 820
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Germany promises an array of famous sights and hidden gems. Whether you want to visit Bavaria's captivating castles, walk the medieval streets of Rothenburg ob der Tauber or enjoy sublime classical music in concert, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Germany has to offer. Boasting some of Europe's finest lakes and no fewer than 16 national parks, this country is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. But Germany is also synonymous with art and culture, which can be experienced at its world-class galleries and museums. Our regularly updated guide brings Germany to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed information on all the must-see sights, inspiring photography, and our trademark illustrations. You'll discover: - our pick of Germany's must-sees, top experiences, and hidden gems - the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay - detailed maps and walks which make navigating the country easy - easy-to-follow itineraries - expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe - color-coded chapters to every part of Germany, from Berlin to Munich, Saxony to Hesse Want the best of Germany in your pocket? Try our top 10 guides to Berlin and Munich.
Author: Karl Baedeker Publisher: ISBN: 9781331921578 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 538
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Excerpt from Southern Germany (Wurtemberg and Bavaria): Handbook for Travellers The Handbook for Southern Germany, which is now issued for the twelfth time, is designed to assist the traveller in planning his tour and disposing of his time to the best advantage, to render him as far as possible independent of the services of guides, commissionnaires, and hotel-keepers, and to enable him the more thoroughly to enjoy and appreciate the objects of interest he meets with on his tour. The Handbook is based on the personal observation of the Editor, and most of the country described has been repeatedly explored by him with a view to procuring the latest possible information; but, as many of the data in the Handbook relate to matters which are constantly undergoing alteration, he will highly appreciate any corrections or suggestions with which travellers may favour him. Those already received, which in many instances have proved most useful, he gratefully acknowledges. Hotel-bills, with annotations, are specially useful. The Handbook is divided into Two Sections (I. Wurtemberg; II. Bavaria), each of which may be separately removed from the volume by cutting the gauze backing visible on opening the book at the requisite pages. Linen covers for these sections may be obtained through any bookseller. The Alpine tourist will find the mountainous districts more fully described in the Handbook to the Eastern Alps. For Baden, Alsace, Lorraine, and Rhenish Bavaria the traveller is referred to the Handbook to the Rhine. The Maps and Plans, on which special care has been bestowed, will, it is hoped, render material service to the traveller in planning his tour. Distances by road and railway are given approximately in English miles; but in hilly districts they are often expressed by the time in which they can be accomplished by average walkers, kilometre is approximately = g English mile; 8 km.= 5 M. Heights are given in the text in English feet, on the maps in metres(1 Engl. ft.= 0.3048 metre = 0.971 Prussian ft.), and the Populations in accordance with the latest census. Hotels. The Editor has endeavoured to enumerate, not only the first-class hotels, but also others of more modest pretensions, which may be safely selected by the voyageur en garon with little sacrifice of comfort and considerable saving of expenditure. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author: Karl Baedeker Publisher: Palala Press ISBN: 9781357438685 Category : Languages : en Pages : 478
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author: Heinrich August Ottokar Reichard Publisher: Legare Street Press ISBN: 9781022701809 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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Originally published in the early nineteenth century, this travel guide provides detailed information on the geography, history, and culture of Germany, Hungary, and Turkey. It includes descriptions of major cities, landmarks, and historical sites, as well as practical advice for travelers. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone planning a trip to these fascinating countries. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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