The Traveller's History series is designed for the traveller who feels they need more historical background information on the country in which they are staying than can be found in an ordinary guidebook. For those who want to look deeper & discover more about the roots of France, its history & culture, in an enjoyable read, this is the book to choose. Designed for easy reference it is the key to unlocking the secrets of France. If you want to find about the mysterious Merovingian kings or the results of the last election; if you want to know when Chartres cathedral was built or how Napoleon rose to power or when & where Princess Diana died
- you'll find it all in A Traveller's History of France.
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France holds some of the most remarkable & well-known collections of art in the world. This thorough & accessible guide covers every possible epoch, taking travellers on a guided journey through centuries of wonderful paintings, architecture, & sculpture. Concentrating on the great art movements that originated in France, it begins with the cathedrals of the Middle Ages & then moves on to the enormously popular painting of the 19th-century Impressionists & those who followed them. The French have also collected a great deal of art from other countries. Like the Impressionists' work, most of these collections are in museums in Paris. In a series of art trails
- itineraries that cover the most important works in the country
- travellers are taken on tours of the best art in France. Written in a friendly, informative style, it is designed for the traveller who is serious-but not stuffy-about art.

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France in the ‘ Buying a Property’ guide series, produced in association with the Sunday Times & published by Cadogan, providing practical & essential advice for anyone looking to buy a property abroad in Europe. Written by local experts, each title in the series

Includes:: the personal experiences of the authors to elucidate the process of choosing a property. Each title is arranged practically & chronologically in the buying process in order for would-be buyers to identity the advice they need most. Individual chapters cover first steps & the reasons for buying, where to buy (with profiles of selected regions), selecting a property, making the purchase, financial implications, restoration & building, settling in, letting your property & references. Each guide offers a wide variety of advice, including essential practical information on dealing with estate agents, insurance & security, in addition to specialist legal advice on money transfers, wills, surveys, permits & fees. The series is designed to be accessible to buyers with varying needs & requirements, & as such is suitable for those planning either a business project abroad or a retirement home.

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Continuing the series relaunch, France, one of the major sellers, now joins Britain & Italy with this beautiful new design throughout & up-to-date entries. The only accomodation guide that combines these qualities:
- Places with character & charm, from budget to luxury
- Highly selective
- every hotel worth a journey
- Fussy about

Size: we favour places that offer a personal welcome
- 2 colour photographs for all entries, & a thoughtful description
- Independent guide
- no one pays to be included








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France in The Cool Hotels series from Te Neues; the guide is aimed squarely at those looking for luxury & escape in its purest, ...

France in the Culture Smart range of pocket-sized guide books; providing detailed information on local customs, culture, etiquette & manners & ensuring that visitors are prepared for a diverse range of social environments. The series covers an extensive number of countries worldwide & are designed both for those working & living abroad, as well as for visitors who do not want to offend, either intentionally or inadvertently. Their aim is to prevent readers from making embarrassing mistakes & feel confident in unfamiliar situations, while preparing them before arrival on what to expect & how to behave. Each guide is arranged thematically, with dedicated individual chapters on land & people, values & attitudes, customs & traditions, making friends, people at home, ‘time-out’, travelling & communicating. There is also a separate chapter for business travelers, with important information on subjects such as business culture, meetings & making appointments. A Further Reading section also offers a list of recommended other history, travel literature & language titles available on the country. ...

The standard guide to the French canals & navigable rivers

Includes:: maps & distance tables for each waterway,

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Short Breaks in Northern France in Cadogan’s series of travel guides is an individually authored title that intends to disclose the heart of its destination. Cadogan guides combine solid research, detailed practical information & individual, companionable points of view in an understated format. The publisher is particularly strong on historical & cultural sightseeing but combines this with conveying a good sense of the contemporary life of a destination. Informed itineraries are included on topics such as architecture, food & drink, & the low downs on outdoor activities & cultural events are given. The author has handpicked his recommendations for places to stay, to eat & drink, & site/building plans are provided.A sizeable introduction contains a colour photograph section, detailed chapters dealing with history, art & architecture, topical matters, & food & drink, as well as information relating to planning your trip, advice on location logistics, day to day getting by & an A-Z of practical concerns & data. ...

A guidebook can show you where to go, a language guide what to say when you get there. But only ” Speak the Culture: France” will lead you to a nation`s soul. This easy to use cultural companion considers how it feels to have grown up with Flaubert, Cezanne & Bardot; it captures the flavours of French regional cuisine, paints the colour of festival life & delves deep into the Gallic psyche. Through exploring the people, movements & the lifestyles that have shaped the French experience, you will come to an intimate understanding of France & the French. This is not a travel guide or a manual on living in France. It`s a superbly designed, informed & engaging insight into French life & culture & who the French really are. ...

France in the Unusual Hotels series by Jonglez is a mesmerizing showcase of unconventional accommodations for all budgets that will make your stay a truly memorable one. The selection presented in this guide ranges from a tents hanging from a tree, an igloo & a lighthouse to a glass pyramids, a gypsy caravan, a red cube in the middle of the countryside & much more. The fully illustrated book offers & introduction to the place highlighting what is special about it & what not to miss. Price range & contact details are included as well as a few suggestions on what to do in the area, all accompanied by reference road maps. All budgets & styles are covered, from a 14th Century watchtower converted into a self-catering flat, a stay in an exceptional historic monument or a troglodyte accommodation to a leap into the past with a charming 1930s barge or a Renaissance guest chamber. Colour photographs feature for each entry making this book not only an informative read but also a great armchair journey around the France & its countryside to discover the most unusual & amazing places. ...