The Duke of Wellington described the Battle of Waterloo as `the most desperate business I ever was in.. I was never so near being beat`. The courage of British troops that day has been rightly praised ever since, but the fact that one-third of the forces which gave him his narrow victory were subjects, not of George III, but of the King of the Netherlands, has been almost completely ignored. This book seeks to correct a grave injustice through the study of Dutch sources
- both primary & secondary
- the majority of which have never been used by English-speaking historians. The Dutch-Belgians have been variously described as inexperienced, incompetent & cowardly, a rogue element in the otherwise disciplined Allied Army. It is only now being tentatively acknowledged that they alone saved Wellington from disaster at Quatre Bras. He had committed a strategic error in that, as Napoleon advanced, his own troops were scattered over a hundred kilometres of southern Belgium. Outnumbered three to one, the Netherlanders gave him time to concentrate his forces, & save Brussels from French occupation. At Waterloo itself, on at least three occasions when the fate of the battle `hung upon the cusp` their engagement with the enemy aided British recovery. Their commander
- the Prince of Orange
- is viciously described as an arrogant fool, `a disaster waiting to happen` & even a dangerous lunatic. According to the assessment of the Duke himself, he was a reliable & courageous subordinate. The Dutch material in this book reveals a new dimension for familiar events in the Campaign, &

Includes:: many unseen illustrations. For the first time, a full assessment is made from the challenge which Willem I faced as King of a country hastily cobbled together by the Congress of Vienna, & of his achievement in assembling, equipping & training thirty thousand men from scratch in eighteen months. This is a timely reassessment in the two hundredth anniversary year of the battle of Waterloo. The veneration which the Duke of Wellington justifiably enjoyed after the Waterloo Campaign should not be allowed to forgive his lifelong lack of acknowledgment of the debt he owed the Netherlanders. As he once said himself, `there should be glory enough for all`, & it is high time that they are allowed to claim their share.





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Wellness Cycle Tour, a 478km cycle route across the spa towns & recreational facilities of the Teutoburger Forest in a guide from Verlag Esterbauer. Detailed maps show the route & its variants & extensive information is conveyed by symbols, indicating road surface, campsites & other accommodation, repair workshops, recreational facilities, places of interest, etc. A list of various types of accommodation facilities is included.IMPORTANT
- PLEASE NOTE BEFORE ORDERING: ALL THE TEXT IN THIS TITLE IS GERMAN ONLY. MAP LEGEND

Includes:: ENGLISH; please see our sample image, & the information provided on the maps is sufficient to use this title without any knowledge of German, particularly in the absence of a similar product in English from other publishers. There is currently no English edition of this title available in this series. About the series: All the titles have been meticulously researched & are highly regarded in their native Germany. Most titles, as indicated in their individual descriptions, also include a separate section listing selected accommodation, from hotels to campsites, youth hostels & rooms in private houses, all with addresses, telephone numbers & price range. Information on towns along each route

Includes:: a list of places of interest, with opening hours, etc. Several of the guides also have street plans.




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Discover the world`s most energising, inspiring & relaxing wellbeing retreats. From yoga, t`ai chi & meditation to mindfulness, spa treatments & creative writing, we present our favourite retreats & spas around the world to help replenish the mind, body & soul. Wellness Escapes

Includes:: nearly 200 destinations & is organised into five themes: Calm, Active, Healthy, Inspired & Indulged
- making it easy to find the perfect getaway whether you`re in the mood for a seaweed bath in Ireland or surfing in Morocco, meditation in Bali or a Finnish sauna. We tell you what makes each retreat so special, what you can do, what`s on its doorstep, & provide booking details to help you find out more or book a visit. Throughout, our wellness authors reveal the health benefits of each activity, while you`ll also find out about the world`s top ten wellness festivals, yoga & meditation techniques, & healthy smoothie recipes to try at home. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company & the world`s number one travel guidebook br&, providing both inspiring & trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we`ve printed over 145 million guidebooks & grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You`ll also find our content online, on mobile, video & in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair & lifestyle books, ebooks, & more.


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Wells in 1902 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. The map provides good coverage of the Cathedral City of Wells, showing Keward to the west & stretching east to Tor Hill Quarry. Features include Wells Union Workhouse, the Cathedral, St Cuthbert`s Church, Hospital (for infectious diseases), Engineering Works & Gas Works. Wells had a complicated railway history & the map

Includes:: both GWR & Somerset & Dorset stations & engine sheds, with details of sidings, turntables etc. An extract from Kelly`s Directory of Somerset is on the reverse. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25” OS Series Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. The plans have been taken from the Ordnance Survey mapping & reprinted at about 15 inches to one mile (1:4, 340). On the reverse most maps have historical notes & many also include extracts from contemporary directories. Most maps cover about one mile (1.6kms) north/south, one & a half miles (2.4kms) across; adjoining sheets can be combined to provide wider coverage.FOR MORE INFORMATION & A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL AVAILABLE TITLES PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK.

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Wells Gray
- Murtle Lake at 1:250, 000 & 1:50, 000 in a series of topographic survey maps of selected areas of British Columbia
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Welsh Borders in the Landmark Visitor Guides series, exploring a range of places in Britain, Europe & the Caribbean, with a particular expertise in UK destinations. Each guide presents the reader with detailed, wide-ranging & accessible overview of the region or area, with a particular focus on history & culture, notable local attractions, the landscape, local events & family activities. A series of recommended walks & guided car tours exploring the region are also included in each title. The guides are arranged geographically by region & are ideal both for short & longer breaks, with practical guidance on recommended routes & tourist attractions, in addition to insightful inset boxes into local history, culture & traditions. Information on accommodation, restaurants & day-to-day information are more limited, though a compact Directory at the end of each guide provides basic listings of recommended accommodation & restaurants, as well as tourist information contacts & regional event calendars. International destinations also carry climate & country facts, basic phrases & other general travel practical guidance for travelling to the region. The British titles in the Landmark Visitor Guides series are highly recommended, covering titles that are rarely available from other publishers. ...

Welsh Canoe Classics is an illustrated guide to some of the finest tours of Wales` waterways. Scenic lakes, broad estuaries & whitewater rivers, as they can only be seen from canoe or kayak. Eddie, Adam & Wilf have chosen the best inland touring routes which are described in great detail & illustrated with numerous colour photos & maps. The selected routes are suitable for open canoes, sit-on-tops & touring kayaks, & include seven whitewater trips. Many of them can be tackled as a single voyage, others as a series of day trips with campsites en route. The journeys are all accessible but highly varied, travelling along lakes, estuaries, rivers & canals. This is a wonderful book for planning voyages & inspiring dreams or sharing your experiences with others. ...

The Collins Spurrell Pocket Welsh Dictionary offers the user excellent coverage of today`s language. Colour layout & clear presentation of information make this compact book ideal for all English & Welsh speakers. Collins Spurrell Pocket Welsh Dictionary is designed for all those speaking & learning Welsh. It is the ideal dictionary for anyone who needs a wealth of reliable information in a handy format. * The Collins Spurrell Pocket Welsh Dictionary has been revised & updated with hundreds of new words & offers extensive coverage of today`s English & Welsh. * The new supplement contains help with letter writing, CVs & emails, as well as useful phrases for a variety of situations. * The clear new Collins typography gives the text a contemporary feel, & ensures that users find the information they need quickly & easily. Also available is the Collins Gem Welsh Dictionary. ...

This book, a selection of folk tales, true tales, tall tales, myths, gossip, legends & memories, celebrates & honours unique Welsh stories. Some are well known, others from forgotten manuscripts or out-of-print volumes, & some are contemporary oral tales. They reflect the diverse tradition of storytelling, & the many meanings of `chwedlau`. If someone says, ` Chwedl Cymraeg?` they are asking, ` Do you speak Welsh?` & ` Do you tell a tale in Welsh?` Here is the root of storytelling, or `chwedleua`, in Wales. It is part of conversation. This book, one to linger over & to treasure, keeps these ancient tales alive by retelling them for a new audience. ...

This title deals with everyday situations in which children may find themselves while abroad. Welsh grammar is clearly explained, & puzzles provide plenty of practice. This title is part of a series providing a thorough grounding in useful, basic language skills. ...