Lonely Planet Britain (2nd ed) [Paperback]

Richard Everist (Author)

Book Description

Series: 2nd ed | Publication Date: April 1997

This comprehensive guide to England, Scotland and Wales covers all the great sights, but also takes you to less touristed places - quiet country lanes, untouched villages, dramatic coastlines and forgotten corners.160 maps, including 12 colour maps of Londonextensive guide to London's cultural and historic sights, nightlife and shoppinginformation on the Channel Islands and the Isle of Mancomprehensive guide to British architecture, and glossary of architectural termsnotes on British history, literature, theatre, film and musicaccommodation and eating options for every budget, from camping to historic homes, self-catering to the Ritz26 pages of colour photographsdetails on public transport and self-drive optionswelsh language section

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From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years and as a result, has the experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's "been there" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money.

If England, Scotland, and Wales are on your itinerary, here's your complete guide to famous sights and intriguing, out-of-the-way places that are hard to find on your own. Lonely Planet's Britain provides 160 maps--including 12 color maps of London; useful notes on British history, literature, theater, film and music; accommodation and eating options for every budget; details on public transport, long-distance walks, cycling, and driving; and information on how to trace your ancestors. The book includes a Welsh language section and a guide to architecture, including a glossary of terms. Also included is information on travel to the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. --Kathryn True

Product Details

• Paperback: 1008 pages
• Publisher: Lonely Planet; 2nd edition (April 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 086442518X
• ISBN-13: 978-0864425188
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 5.1 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,105,099 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best All-Purpose Guide to Britain!, May 29, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Lonely Planet Britain (2nd ed) (Paperback)

I have traveled to England a dozen times and I own current editions of 12 different guidebooks. This is far and away the best. It has the most useful information in the easiest to use format. For one thing it has all the travel planning facts you need. In addition, the destinations are described with writing that is evocative, imaginative and accurate. The recommendations are reliable and I was never steered wrong in selecting lodgings and restaurants. Before I found this book, I had to combine three different books to get all the information that's included in this one. From a veteran traveler, I highly recommend the Lonely Planet guide.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great book for planning!, October 20, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Lonely Planet Britain (2nd ed) (Paperback)

We haven't yet embarked on our trip but this book was fabulous for planning which cities and villages we wanted to visit. The descriptions of even the little towns are exquisite. The maps are a bit lacking, but the book has already served it's purpose!