British Isles

British Isles

Greensleeves & Other Songs Of The British Isles $10.99 Greensleeves & Other Songs Of The British Isles

Language in the British Isles $40 Provides a comprehensive survey of the dominant languages and dialects used in the British Isles.

The Isles $24.95 Written by one of the most brilliant and provocative historians at work today, The Isles is a revolutionary narrative history that takes a new perspective on the development of Britain and Ireland, looking at them not as self-contained islands, but as an inextricable part of Europe. At every stage, The Isles connects offshore development with parallel events on the Continent. This richly layered history begins with the Celtic Supremacy in the last centuries BC, which is presented in the light of a Celtic world stretching all the way from Iberia to Asia Minor. Roman Britain is seen not as a unique phenomenon but as similar to the other frontier regions of the Roman Empire, such as Germany. The Viking Age is viewed not only through the eyes of the invaded but from the standpoint of the invaders themselves–Norse, Danes, and Normans. Plantagenet England is perceived, like the Kingdom of Jerusalem, as an extension of medieval France. In the later chapters, Davies follows the growth of the United Kingdom and charts the rise and fall of the main pillars of `Britishness'–the Royal Navy, the Westminster Parliament, the Constitutional Monarchy, the Aristocracy, the Protestant Supremacy, the British Empire, the imperial economy and sterling area, and the English Language. The book ends with the crisis confronting Britain now–the emergence of the European Union. As the elements that make up the historic Britishness dissolve, Davies shows how public confusion is one of the most potent factors in this process of disintegration. As the Republic of Ireland prospers, and power in the United Kingdom is devolved, he predicts that the coming crisis in the British State may well be its last. This holistic approach challenges the traditional nationalist picture of a thousand years of "eternal England"–a unique country formed at an early date by Anglo-Saxon kings which evolved in isolation and, except for the Norman Conquest, was only marginally affected by continental affairs. The result is a new picture of the Isles, one of four continents–England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales–constantly buffeted by continental storms and repeatedly transformed by them. Illuminated by the same clarity and piercing originality that distinguished Europe: A History, The Isles will become an agenda-setting book, one that will encourage a reassessment of what it means to be British while sparking debate about ideas of national identity and sovereignty.

New Flora of the British Isles $76 Fully-updated third edition of the standard work on the identification of the wild vascular plants of the British Isles.

Brown Betty 4 Cup Teapot – Look for Original Staffordshire Brown Betty Embossed on the base of the Teapot for Quality and Authenticity – Made in England Not China $23.50 These are the authentic English Brown Betty teapots found in kitchens throughout England. The familiar round shape infuses the tea properly producing an excellent flavor. Made from real English red clay, baked to a rich brown color and finished with a transparent glaze, these are the original Brown Betty teapots made in England by hand using methods dating back to the 1700s….

Brown Bag Design British Isle Shortbread Cookie Pan, 11-1/4-Inch by 9-1/4-Inch $32.95 This round pan is decorated with Thistles for Scotland, Celtic Knot-work for Ireland, a Tudor Rose for England, and a Welsh Dragon for Wales. As with all of our Brown Bag pans, the British Isles Shortbread Pan comes gift-boxed and with a recipe/instructions booklet. (Dimensions: approx. 8 1/2 in. diam.) MADE IN THE USA…

A-America British Isles Oval Dining Table with 2-12 Leaves in Honey & Espresso Finish – BRI-HE-6-31-0 The A-America BRI- British Isles Collection is designed to appeal to traditional and country consumers The wide selection of finish colors chair styles table sizes and shapes make the A-America British Isles group a collection of choices The chairs are extremely comfortable with contoured backs and deep saddle seats ensuring you are happy with any of your purchases from the A-America British Isles…

Annie Laurie: Folksongs of the British Isles $9.98 No Description Available.Genre: Classical MusicMedia Format: Compact DiskRating: Release Date: 20-JUL-1993…

Take the Family for a Skiing and Snowboarding Vacation Package in Whistler, British Columbia

Whether you are a beginner or more advanced, winter enthusiasts come to Whistler from all over the world for an all inclusive ski or snowboarding vacation package. 3

Whistler is a resort town in the province of British Columbia approximately 125 kilometres north of Vancouver. Whistler hosted the winter 2011 Olympics for the Nordic, luge, alpine, bobsled and skeleton events. 3

Whistler's four-season resort is ranked among the top five ski resorts in the world. There are no other ski resorts that provide so much terrain for all skiing levels. The Whistler and Blackcomb mountains are adjacent to each other and offer world class skiing and an endless variety of terrain. There are at least 8000 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of about one mile. There is a trail that starts at the top for novice skiers and more advanced skiers can ski the bowls. This works well for families with different ski levels to ski while staying in the same area. For more info go to Whistler Accommodations

If you are interested in skiing on uninterrupted deep powder fields, Whistler has a "First Tracks" program that provides this first come, first serve access. The program runs from December to April and is open to the first 650 people to enjoy before the mountain is open to the remaining public. For more info go to Whistler Ski Holidays

To get the most out of Whistler you can take a ski tour and tackle the surrounding backcountry. Whistler Heli-skiing offers you the opportunity to make the most of your skiing vacation. It is open to intermediates, advanced and expert skiers and snowboarders. Whistler Heli -skiing gives you a lot for your money as they use 432,000 acres, 475 runs and 173 glaciers. Too much for one day of skiing!

While in the Whistler area, enjoy an art gallery, museum, historic landmarks or the many exhibitions, fairs and markets. Look for a listing of concerts and sporting events as well as extensive shopping at the more than 200 shops for the perfect gift or souvenir.

If you are looking for somewhere to eat there are at least 90 restaurants and bars that vary from casual to gourmet for your dining experience.

No matter what you are looking to do for your winter vacation, whether it is skiing, snowboarding, shopping, dining or just enjoying the magnificent view you will find it all at Whistler, British Columbia.

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Reader's Digest, Driver's Atlas of the British Isles $11.32 Used - Road atlas.

1-2-3 Draw Mythical Creatures $8.99 Levin spirits kids away to a world of fantastic beasts with sections covering Medieval Europe, the British Isles, Asia; the Middle East, and Greek and Roman mythology. 1-2-3 Draw Mythical Creatures gives children the fun, straightforward instruction needed to draw Cyclopes, dragons, hippogriffs and many other mythical creatures. Step-by-step pencil-drawing lessons follow introductory explanations of basic shapes, and each drawing finishes in full color. Kids' how-to-draw books are innately appealing and are perennial favorites in schools and libraries, but 1-2-3 Draw Mythical Creatures also gives classroom teachers a unique opportunity to bring studies of foreign cultures to life.