Hidden Britain - Couverture souple

Nicholas, Alvin

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0750952245 ISBN 13 : 9780750952248

Editeur : The History Press, 2015

Synopsis

Britain’s history is rich in mystery and scandal, and our ancient buildings hide the fascinating stories. Hidden Britain takes you backstage at some of our country’s most intriguing locations, into secret tunnels, down concealed passageways and behind the scenes at historic houses, castles and churches. This is the side of Britain’s heritage normally kept behind closed doors – with stories of Charles II’s escape from Worcester, the ghastly chamber of Glamis Castle and the labyrinth of tunnels under the streets of Nottingham.

What do we know about these mysterious places? What is real and what is simply myth? In many cases no one alive knows, and that is what makes a visit to these sites so thrilling. With a comprehensive section of places to stay and visit, this beautifully illustrated book is an indispensable companion to the hidden gems of our history.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The mystery and romance of secret chambers surpasses even the haunted house. Secret Chambers explores gloomy priest holes, secret passageways, concealed doors and lost vaults in castles, manors, inns and churches. This extraordinary book is a treasure chest of antiquities, gripping true stories, romantic legends and little-known curiosities. There is tangible, exciting history here as well as intrigue, murder and mystery in abundance. Thoroughly researched and with more than 200 entries, this beautifully illustrated and highly readable book takes readers on a guided tour of a long-neglected subject. History enthusiasts, incurable romantics and the plain curious apply within.

Biographie de l'auteur

Alvin Nicholas is a qualified Mountain Leader. He obtained an MSc in Protected Landscape Management and subsequently spent several months researching forest elephants on the Kenya-Uganda border. Alvin has been shot at by rebels in Burundi and led safaris in South Africa. He now works in the fields of heritage and nature conservation and is also a Visiting Lecturer in heritage management. This is his fourth book.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: The History Press
• Date d'édition: 2015
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0750952245
• ISBN 13: 9780750952248
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 192
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible