Download or read book The Civilized Shopper s Guide to Rome written by Pamela Keech and published by New York Review of Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Etruscan gold jewelry, religious souvenirs and designer dresses. With this small, discerning guide in hand, visitors will stroll down cobblestone back streets that only native Romans know well and discover one-of-a-kind retail spots. The guide features 12 walks, more than 100 stores, and cafes and restaurants. Each walk takes an hour or two and directs shoppers and window shoppers alike to quality jewellers, clothiers, grocers and much more.

Download or read book The Civilized Shopper s Guide to Edinburgh and Glasgow written by June Skinner Sawyers and published by New York Review of Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Named the top shopping destination in the United Kingdom outside of London, “Glasgow is a must-see destination…a mandatory stop on everyone’s European travel itinerary” (The Philadelphia Inquirer) and Edinburgh has long been considered one of the most hospitable cities in Europe. This book has eleven walks–seven in Edinburgh and four in Glasgow–taking shoppers to the most charming and unique stores in both cities, which are less than an hour away from each other by train. The shops included offer cashmere, hats, shoes, books, handcrafted soaps and natural botanicals inspired by Scotland (Treasure Island is a heady mix of musk, lemon, and cinnamon inspired by the Robert Louise Stevenson classic), single malt whiskies, purses, the best of British home design, and jewelry using Scottish gemstones. There are shops that specialize in traditional foods (farmhouse cheeses, toffee, shortbread, and lemon curd). There’s a “glorious mess of an antique shop,” a “kilt maker for the 21st century” who uses fabrics that range from denim to leather and whose customers include Sean Connery, and many more establishments, both new and historic. Old businesses aren’t included simply for being old, but for continuing to offer goods of beauty and quality; new businesses are chosen because they operate in an old-fashioned way, with an emphasis on service and craftsmanship. Some are elegant and refined, some offer on quirky twists on classic themes, but each is stylish and without pretense. One shop owner says her boutique attracts the “discerning and determinedly different.” The guide also includes restaurants, pubs, and caf�s along the walks, and has an entire section devoted to the stunning tearooms of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the Edinburgh farmer’s market. Sumptuous color photos throughout give a sneak preview of the shops and their offerings, and the address, phone number, opening days and hours, and website of each establishment are included for extra convenience.

Download or read book The Civilized Shopper s Guide to Florence written by Louise Fili and published by New York Review of Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eight walks take shoppers to unique shops that uphold Italian standards of quality, craftsmanship, and creativity. With this discriminating book as a guide, visitors will find a trove of eighty shops that only native Florentines know well. In its pages you’ll find exquisite handmade lingerie, jewelry inspired by Renaissance paintings, handcrafted leather boxes, beautifully tailored shirts for men and women, vintage French and Italian designer clothing, shoes, hats, gourmet items, and much, much more. The walks include forty dining recommendations from where to get a quick caffe-ciok (“the best thing to ever happen to espresso, hot chocolate, and steamed milk”) to a sumptuous Tuscan meal. The book also serves as an informative guide to often perplexing opening days and hours, the always perplexing street numbering system, and shopping etiquette.

Download or read book A Hedonist s Guide to Rome written by Catherine McCormack and published by A Hedonist's guide to.... This book was released on 2006 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rome, the eternal city, is everyones favorite European city. From the Roman Empire to the Roman Catholic Church, the city has forged the destinies of countries from around the world for many centuries. Between the splendours of the modern and ancient worlds there are the small backstreets and wide piazzas humming with the hustle and bustle of everyday Roman life small, local trattorias sit beside the chicest and smartest of international restaurants. From the majesty of the Colosseum to the magical frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, Rome oozes history, style and sophistication. However, whilst Rome's cultural splendours are well-documented, surprisingly little is really known of the top bars, restaurants, clubs and cafes.The question of where to go once the museums shut is now answered with Hg2 Rome.We delve into the Rome of the Romans, covering the thriving bar and club scene alongside the best of the best restaurants, intimate caf s and world-class shopping.

Download or read book The Best Flea Antique Vintage and New Style Markets in America written by Pamela Keech and published by New York Review of Books. This book was released on 2013-11-05 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Among the countless flea markets in America, there are those that deserve to be called legendary. Scattered around the country, these are the markets with hundreds—sometimes thousands—of dealers and whose spectacular settings, covetable offerings, and colorful histories make each an unforgettable experience and a unique adventure. Pamela Keech—a museum curator who shops professionally at flea markets—profiles her top twenty choices, the flea markets that can be counted on to surprise and delight at every turn. Tackling these mammoth events, however, is not for the faint of heart. For starters, the size and scope of each market can be overwhelming—no, are overwhelming. They cover acres and acres and miles and miles. (To give you an idea of their scope, there is one that stretches from Maryland to Missouri and another from Michigan to Alabama.) The Best Flea, Antique, Vintage, and New-Style Markets in America is an essential guide for shoppers who want to get the most out of each venue. All the practical details are covered: how far ahead of time to make reservations, how to avoid wasting precious time in traffic jams, how to navigate the miles of aisles, how to determine the best paths through the markets, how much territory can be covered in a day, how to find out where the must-see dealers set up their tables, what to take to be comfortable, and more. Other essential information includes smart negotiating, shipping options, and—because the thrill of the chase can be utterly exhausting—great local places to eat and where to find a soft bed at the end of the day. One of the many charms of the book is its focus on regional style. Each of the markets profiled has an unmistakable sense of place, evident in the merchandise that fills the booths. Canton, Texas started 150 years ago as a trading market for cattle and livestock; this is where you’ll find vintage cowboy boots, railroad and ranch memorabilia, and primitives. At the Rose Bowl Flea Market, the proximity to Hollywood casts a sparkle over everything; don’t be surprised to find yourself browsing elbow to elbow with movie stars at tables filled with memorabilia from the silver screen and glamorous costume jewelry. At Shipshewana, in the heartland of the Indiana Amish, you’ll find more than the usual number of pie safes, kitchen implements, and quilts. Keech highlights these differences with bits of cultural and decorative history and lots and lots of photographs that will make even armchair travelers feel like part of the action.

Download or read book Rome Travel Guide written by Angela Pierce and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2015-08-28 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rome may not be built in a day, however one can unquestionably fall in love with the beauty of the city in a single day. The magnificence, glory, history, architecture will make the beholder travel through time and live in the era of greatness. The echoes of Roman Empire can still be heard in the city premises; the clash of swords, arguments of senators, battle cries, political barges, artistic pleasures, philosophic tendencies, strife for inventions, etc. makes Rome the microcosmic predecessor of the modern world.

Download or read book A writer s guide to Ancient Rome written by Carey Fleiner and published by Manchester University Press. This book was released on 2020-02-28 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘A really fun idea for a book - and full of great stuff.’ Greg Jenner, Public Historian This is the perfect guide for any writer who wants to recreate the Roman world accurately in their fiction. It will aid any novelist, screenwriter, games designer or re-enactor in populating their story with authentic characters and scenes, costumes and locations. Written from a historian’s perspective, this guide pulls back the curtain to show the reader what life in Ancient Rome was really like: what they wore, what they ate, and how they spent their time at work, at home, at war, and at play. Individual chapters focus on different aspects of Romans’ lives, to give you specific knowledge of what they looked like and how they behaved, as well as a broad appreciation of what held their civilisation together, from religion, to the economy, to law and order. You may wish to work your way through the book from cover to cover, or focus specifically on individual chapters as you hone your creative writing skills. Covering the period between 200 BCE and 200 CE, A writer’s guide to Ancient Rome surveys the vast amount of sources and scholarship on the Classical world so you don’t have to! It outlines current scholarly debates and changing interpretations, suggests further reading, and recommends particular resources to mine for each topic. It gives you plenty to consider while you construct your own Roman world.

Download or read book Summary Study Guide Civilization written by Lee Tang and published by LMT Press. This book was released on 2019-05-02 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why does Western civilization dominate the rest of the world? This book is a summary of “Civilization: The West and the Rest,” by Niall Ferguson. The central question is: Why did the West dominate the Rest and not vice versa? The book describes six concepts that the West has developed that allow them to leap ahead of the Rest, unleashing the Industrial Revolution and increasing human productivity. Six hundred years ago, Ming China and Ottoman Turkey dominated the world civilizations, while Western Europe was a miserable backwater, devastated by incessant war and disease. But today, Western civilization has risen to global dominance. How has the West overtaken its Eastern rivals in the past 500 or so years? In Civilization, Niall Ferguson argues that beginning in the 15th century, the West developed six powerful concepts that the Rest lacked: competition, science, property rights, medicine, consumerism, and work ethic. These six killer apps allowed the West to leap ahead of the Rest, unleashing the Industrial Revolution and increasing human productivity. Yet now, the days of Western predominance are numbered because the Rest are adopting these same concepts, while the West has lost faith in its own civilization. Read this book and learn how these six killer apps help the West dominate the world. This guide includes * Book Summary—helps you understand the key concepts. * Online Videos—cover the concepts in more depth. Value-added from this guide: * Save time * Understand key concepts * Expand your knowledge

Download or read book Jubilee 2016 with a Guide of Rome For Dummies written by Mauro Morellini and published by HOEPLI EDITORE. This book was released on 2015-11-09T00:00:00+01:00 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A quick guide to the Jubilee of Mercy. The Jubilee in Rome is one of the most important spiritual events in the world. Over 25 million visitors are expected to participate in this extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy proclaimed by Pope Francis. Here are the best suggestions to learn about the history of the Jubilee, the popes, the religious pilgrimages, sacred destinations, and so much more, with all the greatest insider advice to discover the city, its not to be missed tours, hidden gems and little secrets to explore Rome by day and night. The best of the Eternal City!

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Download or read book Rome Travel Guide 2024 written by T Turner and published by T Turner. This book was released on 2015-05-06 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rome Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to the Eternal city. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the city, experiencing Italian culture and exploring the beauty of Rome. Also includes an Italian phrasebook to help you talk to the locals. Rome is the capital city and a special comune of Italy. Rome also serves as the capital of the Lazio region. With 2,879,728 residents in 1,285 km², it is also the country's most populated comune. It is the fourth most populous city in the European Union by population within city limits. Rome is an enchanting city where you'll discover a romantic blend of culture and history, use our travel tips to help plan your visit.

Download or read book Library Journal written by Melvil Dewey and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 822 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Juniorlibraries, 1954-May 1961). Issued also separately.

Download or read book DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Italy written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Italy is your in-depth guide to the very best of Italy. From touching the stones of the Colosseum in Rome to gazing up at Michelangelo's David in Florence to savoring a gelato along the canals of Venice, experience the rich cultural treasures this beautiful country has to offer. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Italy: + Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance. + Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights. + Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums. + Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area. + Area maps marked with sights. + Detailed city maps of Florence, Rome and Venice each include a street finder index for easy navigation. + Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights. + Hotel and restaurant listings highlight DK Choice special recommendations. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Italy truly shows you this country as no one else can.

Download or read book Eat Shop Washington DC written by Anna H. Blessing and published by Cabazon Books. This book was released on 2006-05 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover distinctive, locally-owned dining and shopping destinations with this unique guide that captures the special character of Washington, D.C. The text also features easy-to-read maps and hotel suggestions.

Download or read book DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Italy written by DK Travel and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-10-18 with total page 674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Italy is your in-depth guide to the very best of Italy. From touching the stones of the Colosseum in Rome to gazing up at Michelangelo's David in Florence to savoring a gelato along the canals of Venice, experience the rich cultural treasures this beautiful country has to offer. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Italy. + Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance. + Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights. + Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums. + Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area. + Area maps marked with sights. + Detailed city maps of Florence, Rome, and Venice each include a street finder index for easy navigation. + Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights. + Hotel and restaurant listings highlight DK Choice special recommendations. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Italy truly shows you what others only tell you.

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Download or read book Fodor s Essential Italy written by Fodor's and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2010-12-07 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Full-color guide • Make your trip to Italy unforgettable with 46 maps, illustrated features, and over 100 color photos. Customize your trip with simple planning tools • Ideas for making the most of your time • Practical advice for getting around • Easy-to-read color maps Explore Rome, Florence, Venice, and beyond • Discerning Fodor’s Choice picks for hotels, restaurants, sights, and more • “Word of Mouth” tips from fellow Fodor’s travelers • Illustrated features on the Sistine Chapel, Tuscan wine country, and the Cinque Terre • Best art treasures, medieval hill towns, and local foodie finds • Tips for beating the euro Opinions from destination experts • Fodor’s Italy-based writers reveal their favorite local haunts • Frequently updated to provide the latest information "Here are 500 pages of lively and accurate information, imbued with a sense of fun from the outset.... The writers are savvy guides. I was a little surprised to see a hotel and several restaurants that I considered my finds described and even awarded 'Fodor’s Choice' spots." –Frances Mayes, author ofUnder the Tuscan Sun