John Gay was one of the most respected photographers of the mid-20th century but, unlike that of some of his contemporaries, his work is now largely overlooked. This important book, which

Includes:: 300 evocative photographs from the large collection of his work held by the National Monuments Record, marks the centenary of his birth in Karlsruhe, Germany, in 1909 & coincides with two major exhibitions of his work being held in London. Gay's work is wide ranging yet returns to a number of key themes
- animals & children, informal shots of ordinary people, rural life, modern architecture & London, especially his beloved Highgate & Hampstead, & characteristically uses light & shade to great effect. The insignificant object held a strong fascination for him & his gift for being unobtrusive imbues many of his images with a unique poignancy.


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To see England properly, I recommend viewing it from the saddle..` A.F Tschiffely. Travelling through Engl&, & doing it on horseback, is to rediscover both the romance of the countryside & man`s relationship with both his environment & his horse. With twelve carefully crafted rides to choose from, from Dorset in the south west to Yorkshire in the north east, this specially photographed book will transport you back to a time before cars & tarmac roads, when life was simpler & slower. Escape down tracks that are carefully catalogued in the Domesday book, or past Thomas Hardy`s cottage & great stately houses, through Cotswolds villages & along beaches. Each ride contains a comprehensive map detailed the route & telling you how long it will take, places to stay (that welcome horses), essential kit to take with you & places of interest to visit along the way. In short, an inspirational guide book for the enterprising (or armchair) traveller. ...

You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in Engl&. In this guide, you'll find a mix of splendid cities, ever-so-quaint villages, historic ports, & seaside resorts. Visit the manors, museums, cathedrals, & castles that preserve England's history. Explore the scenic bays of Cornwall, hike the wild moors of Dartmoor, & discover why the Lake District is Londoners' favorite playground. Travel back in time at Stonehenge, tour the remnants of the Roman Empire along Hadrian's Wall, & see the ancient baths in the city of Bath. After a bustling day of sightseeing, relax at a neighborhood pub, sharing a chat & a pint with a friendly local. Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels & restaurants. You'll learn how to get around England by train, bus, or car, & discover which sights are worth your time & money. More than just reviews & directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket. ...

Southern England with Wales on an indexed road map at 1:400, 000 from the Vancouver-based ITMB. The map is double-sided, with an overlap between the sides, & extends on its eastern side to York, & west of Birmingham to Liverpool & Manchester. Topography is indicated by altitude colouring. Road network gives the numbering of M & most A roads, indicating primary routes, &

Includes:: selected B & other local roads. Symbols mark various places of interest & facilities including selected campsites. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1° intervals. Each side has a separate index.

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Few small countries play host to as much variety of landscape as Engl&, from rolling hills, cities of architectural splendour & picturesque villages, to sandy beaches & rugged coves in the south. Shown here in all its majestic beauty, the stunning photographs & fascinating text cover Durdle Dor, the Yorkshire Dales, Brighton Pavilion & much more. The desirable, chunky format makes this an ideal gift for any lover of England & travel in general. ...

` England is a family in which the young are generally thwarted & most of the power is in the hands of irresponsible uncles & bedridden aunts. Still, it is a family.` England Your England` is one of the most compelling & insightful portraits of the nation ever written. Shot through with Orwell`s deeply felt sense of patriotism & love for his homel&, the essay is at the same time unfailingly clear-eyed about the nation`s failings: entrenched social inequality, a dishonest press & a class system that only works for those at the top. Written during the Second World War, as the bombs were falling on Engl&, the essay today speaks to the nation`s current moment of crisis just as urgently as it did in Orwell`s own time. It is a crucial read for anyone who wants to understand who we are, & where we`ve come from. ...

This visually stunning book explores cathedrals in England
- from Truro, in Cornwall, to Carlisle, near the Scottish
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This comprehensive text describes the ascent of all the major peaks above 2, 000 feet in England & the Isle of Man, with introductory sections on the geology of the peaks which are intended to enhance walkers' understanding of the landscape that they are exploring. ...

Originally Published as a Shell guide this widely praised guide to the pick of England's churches is now expanded & republished as one of Aurum's popular Daily Telegraph guides. Out of the thousands of churches in Engl&, Robert Harbison has selected just over 550, chosen as often for their simplicity & the beauty of their settings as for architectural grandeur, or the quality of their stained glass, stonework of monuments. They range from the magnificent wool churches at Blythburgh, Lavenham & Long Melford in East Anglia to the rustic simplicity of the little church at the head of Wastwater in Cumbria. All are described by the author with an infectious enthusiasm a learning that is lightly worn. There is an introductory survey of historical styles in church architecture & appendices listing the churches that are notable for particular features, such as wal paintings or fonts, & a comprehensive glossary of architectural terms. ...