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  • I Never Knew That About London

    by Christopher Winn ...
    Bestselling author Christopher Winn takes us on a captivating journey around London to discover the unknown tales of our capital's history. Travelling through the villages and districts that make up the world's most dynamic metropolis I Never Knew That About London unearths the hidden gems of legends, firsts, inventions, adventures and birthplaces that shape the city's compelling, and at times, ... Read more

    $19.09 USD

  • I Never Knew That About Devon and Cornwall

    by Christopher Winn ...
    Praise for the I Never Knew That Series'I never knew there was so much I never knew!' - GYLES BRANDRETH'Winn's touch is always light, and unfailingly interesting' - THE GUARDIANDiscover the incredible trivia and hidden stories of one of Britain's best loved destinations, Devon and CornwallDid you know…… The world’s first lift was installed at the Tresav... ... Read more

    $19.09 USD

  • I Never Knew That About New York

    by Christopher Winn ...
    A treasure trove of fascinating trivia about the city that never sleepsDid you know:• Grand Central Terminal is the largest railway station in the world.• Columbus Circle is the point from which all official distances to and from New York are measured• When Queen Elizabeth II visited Trinity Church in 1976, she was presented with 279 peppercorns in back rent• Macy’s owns almost a full city block ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • I Never Knew That About Coastal England

    by Christopher Winn ...
    We all love to be beside the seaside!Be it the crunch of the sand beneath your feet, or the promise of an unexplored rock pool that draws you to the sea, prepare to be whisked away by bestselling author Christopher Winn as you delve into the charming tales of England's coastline.Divided into eighteen chapters – one for each of the coastal counties in the UK – this book will entertain and ... Read more

    $14.59 USD

  • Walk Through History

    Discover Victorian London

    by Christopher Winn ...
    'What is this life if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare.**' - W.H. DaviesWalking around London is one of life's great pleasures. There is a huge amount that you can only see on foot – but sometimes it is hard to know where to look. Luckily, Christopher Winn, bestselling author of I Never Knew That About London, knows where all the hidden treasures are.This book takes the reader on ... Read more

    $11.59 USD

  • Great British Street Names

    The Weird and Wonderful Stories Behind Our Favourite Streets, from Acacia Avenue to Albert Square

    by Christopher Winn ...
    Bestselling author Christopher Winn takes a closer look at our Roads, Avenues, Groves, Gardens, Hills and Lanes.There are around 800,000 streets in the UK and the name of each one tells a tale. We take them for granted but the choice of name can reveal facts about Britain's history, geography, topography and nature, even its politics and culture.From the most common names, to the rarest, the ... Read more

    $14.59 USD

  • I Never Knew That About England

    by Christopher Winn ...
    The inspiration for the primetime ITV series on Great Britain, this is the ultimate journey around England. Christopher Winn takes us to each county, to see where history happened, where people and ideas were born, where dreams took flight and where men and women now rest from their labours. To tread in their footsteps, to touch and experience some of what inspired and moved them is to capture ... Read more

    $19.09 USD

  • London By Tube

    Over 80 intriguing short walks minutes away from London's tube stops

    by Christopher Winn ...
    **Did you know that..From Stonebridge Park on the Bakerloo Line you can walk to the largest Hindu temple in Europe?From Ealing Broadway on the Central Line you can walk to the oldest film studios in the world?From Stratford on the Central Line you can walk to, and abseil down, Britain's tallest sculpture?**London is a city of surprises and variety, over 600 square miles packed full of character. ... Read more

    $14.59 USD

  • I Never Knew That About England's Country Churches

    by Christopher Winn ...
    This charming book takes you through the counties of England, exploring Saxon churches, reflective of simple faith; Norman churches with rugged arches and powerful pillars, stamping their authority, gothic churches with their soaring arches; Decorated and Perpendicular churches made glorious with Early English style and craftsmanship; Victorian churches, resplendent with imperial pomp; eccentric ... Read more

    $19.09 USD

  • I Never Knew That About the English

    by Christopher Winn ...
    This wonderful book takes an affectionate, entertaining and perceptive look at the English people. Here are their traditions, foibles, quirks, customs, humour and achievements, triumphs and failures, peccadilloes and passions. Travel through England from coast to coast and learn how every county contributes in unique and different ways to the distinct English personality. Marvel at crooked black ... Read more

    $19.09 USD

  • I Never Knew That About the Irish

    by Christopher Winn ...
    In this charming book bestselling author Christopher Winn turns his attention to the Irish people, taking us on a enthralling journey around their homeland, discovering en route the intriguing and surprising ways the places and their history contribute to the Irish character. As he travels across the Emerald Isle, he unearths the traditions, triumphs and disasters, foibles, quirks and customs that ... Read more

    $19.09 USD

  • I Never Knew That About Yorkshire

    by Christopher Winn ...
    Bestselling author Christopher Winn takes us on an intriguing journey through Britain's largest county, uncovering the hidden places, legends, secrets and fascinating characters of this unique and compelling piece of England. From England's largest vale and northern Europe's largest gothic cathedral to Britain's oldest city, Yorkshire is home to some of Britain's best architecture, most ravishing ... Read more

    $19.09 USD