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The Thames lies at the very heart of London & the south of England
- both physically & metaphorically
- & this engaging & personal portrait offers a perfect introduction to the river`s many charms. Hilaire Belloc is justly famous for his wonderful & mischievous Cautionary Tales which in recent years have over-shadowed his other significant achievements as a writer. ” The Historic Thames” redresses this balance, offering a personal & warm view of the river Thames in the early twentieth century. Following the Thames two hundred miles upriver through London to its Cotswold source, Belloc skilfully blends historical observations & personal commentary through his distinctive & elegant style. He draws revealing comparisons between the Thames & the Rhine, the Seine & other important European waterways to highlight the Thames` unique significance within British life. Revealing as much about the countryside, English identity & the author himself as about its history, ” The Historic Thames” presents a romantic yet honest portrait of Britain`s greatest river.A joy for anyone interested in travel, memoir, geography & history, Hilaire Belloc`s ” The Historic Thames” demonstrates the mighty river`s contribution to the wider history of Great Britain.

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Stanfords
Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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