Set in a holiday camp in the late 1950s Lynda Page's new saga is full of hilarious anecdotes & heartwarming adventures amongst the holidaymakers & staff. Sure to appeal to fans of the hit musical Dreamboats & Petticoats. When Rhonda Fleming runs away from home the last place she expects to end up is at a Jolly's holiday camp. But a chance encounter with a chalet maid at the train station leads Rhonnie to Mablethorpe on a cold winter's day & her life changes for ever. Thrown in at the deep end working for the boss's wife Rhonnie discovers there's never a dull moment at Jolly's
- particularly with staff like Dan around. From the beauty contest by the pool to jiving in the Paradise dance hall & from the rollercoaster at the fair to sitting on a moonlit beach the holidaymakers are guaranteed to have the time of their lives. But when the boss's son reappears nothing can prepare Rhonnie for what lies ahead...
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When Roger Bigod heir to the powerful earldom of Norfolk arrives at court in 1177 to settle a bitter inheritance dispute with his half-brothers he encounters Ida de Tosney young mistress to King Henry II. A victim of Henrys seduction & the mother of his son Ida is attracted to Roger & sees in him a chance of lasting security beyond the fickle dazzle of her current life. But her decision to marry Roger carries an agonising price. Rogers importance as a mainstay of the Angevin government puts an increasing strain on their marriage. Ida is deeply unhappy with the life she must live in his absence & grieves for her losses. Against a volatile political background the gulf between Ida & Roger threatens to widen beyond crossing especially when so many bridges have already been burned. ...

In this exciting book Michel Maffesoli argues that the conventional approaches to understanding solidarity & society are deeply flawed. He contends that mass culture has disintegrated & that today social existence is conducted through fragmented tribal groupings organized around the catchwords br&-names & sound-bites of consumer culture. The book provides a rich backcloth against which to consider the rise of identity politics & the proliferation of lifestyle cultures. ...

Time Out" applies its expertise to the world of camping with comprehensive reviews of 100 fantastic campsites in England Scotland & Wales. Each site is illustrated with beautiful photography & detailed information on facilities provided; attractions & activities in the area; the best eating & drinking options; & amusing the kids & the general pros & cons of each site. Whether youre after forest hideaways or beachside retreats; beautiful or jolly; remote or urban; with family or just friends " Time Out Camping" covers it all whatever youre looking for." ...

The first volume of The Time Out Book of Country Walks" has been fully revised & updated & is now beautifully illustrated with colour photography. It features 52 walks within easy reach of London
- one for every week of the year. They take you through glorious countryside up hills & along river valleys to historic sights & into charming small towns & villages all on scenic footpaths with a minimum of road walking. Between seven & fifteen miles long the walks are graded for difficulty from family rambles to challenging upland hikes & contain meticulous directions."
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Some 2 000km of crystal clear coastline fringed by 1 200 mainly uninhabited islands is enticing a record number of visitors to Croatia. The independent traveller can count on cheaply available accommodation superb seafood a lively bar scene &
- unless its a busy island in high season
- lots of space. Inland surrounded by national parks traditional villages & rare wildlife stands the culturally vibrant classically Habsburg capital of Zagreb. Together with informed recommendations of restaurants hotels & nightspots Time Out Croatia covers all aspects of this newly rediscovered tourist region from its peculiar history to its secluded beaches & hilltop villages. No other Croatia guide offers such a unique insider perspective.

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Florence has the greatest collection of Renaissance art in the world & a character list that reads like a Whos Who of the periods greatest artists & thinkers
- Dante Leonardo Michaelangelo
- not to mention the powerful families who financed their work
- the Medici & the Strozzi. Evidence of their lasting influence abounds today including the discovery of a Leonardo fresco beneath a painting by Vasari & the unearthing of Michaelangelos plans for a church facade. The citys challenge today is to manage the resultant tourist hordes; a new entrance to an enlarged Uffizi should double tourist numbers to the gallery while a tramline is intended to reduce the citys traffic. * Sightseeing in Florence * Florence hotels * Florence restaurants * Florence bars * Florence shops * Florence maps


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Time Outs resident team helps you get the best from the iconic British capital in this annual guide. Alongside the historic Tower of London the 21st century Tate Modern & all the other major attractions the Time Out London city guide gives you the inside track on local culture with illuminating features & hundreds of independent reviews covering everything from West End shows to cosy pubs. * Sightseeing in London * London hotels * London restaurants * London bars & pubs * London shops * London maps. ...

Time Out London for Children" gives the lowdown on how to enjoy the city with kids in tow whether you're a native or a visitor. From shops restaurants & parks to tourist attractions & trips out of town we have every age covered from tot to teenager. Discover sun-splashed lidos muck in at city farms & get hands-on with arts & crafts; attend Saturday morning cinema clubs & view the pick of the children's theatre scene. The 2012 edition will also take you right up to the London 2012 Olympic Games & Paralympic Games with details on where & how to participate in sports & activities." ...

The capital of the West Coast a sprawling desert megalopolis that's home to more stars than the sky at night Los Angeles continues to enthral all those who visit it. Time Out's resident team helps you get the best out of the City of Angels giving you the inside track on local culture plus hundreds of independent venue reviews. As well as covering visitor essentials the Time Out Los Angeles city guide explores the best surfing spots & the city's new urbanism & pinpoints the real-life locations used in dozens of Hollywood movies. * Sightseeing in LA *LA hotels *LA restaurants *LA bars *LA shops *LA maps ...