Sebastian Barnack, a handsome English schoolboy, is on bad terms with his socialist father who disapproves of his hedonistic lifestyle. He escapes to Florence in order to learn about life. His education there, thanks to the contradictory influences of his scurrilous Uncle Eustace & a saintly bookseller, is both sacred & profane. This is a haunting novel from one of the twentieth century`s most powerful commentators. ...

Palermo, Sicily, 1978. The Christian Democrat leader Aldo Moro has just been kidnapped in Rome by members of the notorious Red Brigades. Two months after his disappearance on 9th May, Moro is found dead in the boot of a car. A trio of eleven-year-old schoolboys, Nimbo, Raggio, & Volo, avidly follow the news of the abduction as their admiration for the brigatisti grows. When the boys themselves resolve to abduct a classmate & incarcerate him in a makeshift `people`s prison`, the darkness within their world, & the world of the novel, becomes all-pervasive. A vivid & hellish description of Sicily in the late seventies, ” Time on my Hands” is an unforgettable novel from a significant new voice in Italian fiction. ...

1, 000 inspirational ideas of what to do in London, all costing less than GBP10 & a great number of them absolutely free. This is a guide for Londoners as well as tourists; a delightful armchair read as well as an indispensable handbook.

Includes:: well-known Londoners` top ten inexpensive things to do, cheap nights out, budget shopping & dining, quirky walks, low-cost cultural experiences & tickets for free. From once-in-a-lifetime experiences to everyday pleasures. Packed with photos & specially commissioned illustrations, 1000 things...offers new ways to navigate the city. Fall for London all over again, without breaking the bank.

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In August 1968, Time Out was created in London to help people make the most ofthe city
- the iconic brand`s fiftieth anniversary
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Amsterdam is renowned as an anything-goes city. But it helps to know where to go. With the help of expert local writers, Time Out Amsterdam takes you beyond the superficial into the places where the locals work, play & imbibe, providing the lowdown on its museums & galleries, the best eating, shopping & carousing, the most interesting sights, excursions
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- cycling routes. The revamped Guide continues to chart the ups & downs of this cosy but dynamic city. It retains the street-wise independence & local expertise that the series is known for, while improving many features to help visitors navigate the city.

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The Time Out Barcelona City Guide unveils the best kept secrets of the Med`s most engaging destination. Unparalleled in its enthusiasm for a good time, Barcelona barely has time to take down the bunting between its rollicking festivals. When there isn`t an all-night fiesta on the street, there`s more than likely a party on the beach & never any shortage of action in its clubs & bars. All of this takes place in a perfect climate & against a backdrop of mind-blowing modernista architecture & a cityscape as varied as any. Gentler pursuits are also myriad; Barcelona`s museums have got it all covered from Picasso to perfume, it`s galleries are among the most avant-garde in Europe & its history writ large in the churches & perfectly preserved medieval alleyways of the Barri Gotic. ...

Time Out`s Shortlist pocket guide selects the very best that Barcelona has to offer. Our expert local authors introduce Barcelona`s past & present with their trademark appreciation of contemporary culture & in-depth coverage of the city`s architectural & artistic treasures. The guide provides insight into the most compelling attractions & listings that are bang up to date with cafes, restaurants, shops & the pick of venues to visit after dark. The book`s easy to use format, suggested itineraries, selected listings, coverage of main sights & detailed mapping make it the perfect pocket-sized companion for a visit to the city. ...

The Time Out Berlin City Guide is a must-have travel companion for anyone heading to the German capital that remains one of Europe`s most compelling destinations. In full colour & illustrated throughout, the city guide is written by expert authors &

Includes:: a handy pull-out map. It covers all the iconic sights, including the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag & the Museuminsel, but also reviews of lesser-known attractions, such as parks, flea markets & bathing lakes. Berlin is a living memorial to some of the twentieth century`s most powerful flashpoints, & a magnet for all-night revellers. The city`s rugged character has weathered a turbulent history of wars & walls &, since reunification, its restoration as a centre of government. Berlin city guide highlights:* Reviews & features on eating, drinking & shopping * Detailed street maps for each area of the city* Walking routes through the Tiergarten & along the remains of the Berlin Wall.* Details of the city`s cultural life: classical music, theatre, dance, cabaret & electronica.* Extensive coverage of Berlin`s nightlife scene from techno clubs to drag acts.* In-depth analysis of the city`s fascinating history, architecture & current affairs.

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This Time Out`s Shortlist pocket guide selects the very best that Berlin has to offer. Written & researched by local experts, it guides readers to the German capital`s most essential sights & experiences, from compelling historical landmarks to world-class museums, & from hipster cafes & bars to clubs where you can dance until dawn. The book`s easy-to-use format, suggested itineraries, carefully curated listings, comprehensive coverage of the main sights & detailed mapping make it the perfect pocket-sized companion for a visit to the city. Berlin shortlist highlights:* Organised into convenient colour-coded area chapters, each with a detailed street map & reviews of sights, restaurants, bars & shops. * Researched & written by a network of local experts to give visitors the insider`s view of the city. * Every h&-picked restaurant, cafe & bar has been visited & reviewed anonymously by critics who pay their own way. * A month-by-month events calendar shows what`s on when. * Tailored itineraries outline the perfect weekend in the city & provide guidance for families & for those travelling on a budget. ...

The City & Regions series from Time Out are comprehensive guides to a range of cities & their surrounding regions & include some of the most detailed listings & directories of places to eat & drink & things to do & see. Time Out guides are strongly focussed on local entertainment & nightlife, in addition to principal sights & attractions, with expert local writers providing an encyclopaedic knowledge of each city. This unique quality has ensured that the guides have won a reputation for their accuracy & reliability. The surrounding region is also incorporated in some guides, with information on the principal attractions, sites, landscapes & the best way of exploring them. Each of the Time Out city & region guides has a similar layout, allowing visitors to explore their destination easily. An ‘ In Context’ introductory chapter profiles the destination with several local writers providing individual insights into different aspects of their city & the wider region. An extensive sights section is arranged by area &

Includes:: information about principal attractions in addition to dedicated walking tours & information boxes on particular places of interest. An escapes & excursions chapter also covers some of the highlights found just beyond the city limits or the must-see attractions in the specific region. The ‘ Consume’ chapter is organised into hotels, restaurants & cafes, bars & shops & services & provides an enormous array of ways to explore the destination. Individual establishments are accompanied by detailed descriptions & include useful information on opening times, prices, location, address & the type of food & drink available. An Arts & Entertainment section provides extensive listings & details of art galleries, books & poetry, cabaret & comedy, children’s activities, clubs, film & television, gay & lesbian, music, sports & fitness & theatre & dance. There is also a Directory with information on getting around the city & region as well as practical guidance on subjects such as attitude & etiquette, customs, disabled visitors, drugs, embassies & consulates, health, help-lines, insurance, internet facilities, media, money, opening hours, religion, smoking, universities, telephones, times & dates, tourist information points, visas & immigration & working in the city.

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