Bøger i Historical Tours serien
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- A Guided Tour Through History
168,95 kr. MOVE THROUGH TIME AS NEVER BEFORE with this one-of-a-kind guide, which brings you face to face with the people and events that shaped Boston's Freedom Trail. From Faneuil Hall to the Old North Church, it takes you past sixteen landmark sites¿and in doing so it tells the story of the American Revolution, keeps alive the voices of the people behind the peril and the victory, and reveals the truth behind the nation's most historic city. ¿ Two PopOuts¿an historic map up front and a contemporary map in the back ¿ An introduction that sets Boston's Freedom Trail in historical context ¿ A timeline that adds context to the history described ¿ Concise biographies of key figures ¿ An historical walking tour ¿ Where to stay and eat, and places to visit nearby ¿ Archival and color photos throughout
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- 168,95 kr.
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- Adventure & History in New York Harbor
143,95 kr. Governors Island is a 172-acre park just 800 yards from Manhattan. It was a military base for 200 years and only opened to the public in 2004. Today it draws 500,000 visitors a season. This insightful guidebook is for any visitor to the island: a bicyclist who just wants to enjoy five miles of car-free biking, the Civil War enthusiast that wants to visit Castle Williams and see where 1,000 Confederate soldiers were imprisoned, or families on a picnic. The author explores the history of the island, its place in New York and American government, and its long and distinguished military past. More than 80 locations are featured that visitors can explore¿from forts to officers housing and much more.
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- 143,95 kr.
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- Trace the Path of America's Heritage
183,95 kr. Charleston attracts millions of visitors with its history charm and its blend of culture, art, and preservation. This guide takes the readers on historical tours based on periods of history.
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- 183,95 kr.