Search results for ""Author David Doran""
Flying Eye Books Orchestra
Before there were DJs, rock stars, pop groups, and jazz trios, there was the orchestra. Whether it takes center stage or brings performances and movies to life, the orchestra is the magnificent original voice of the western world. Learn about all of the ingenious instruments that make up the orchestra and the luminary composers whose work has endured for centuries. Travel from the stunning Wiener Musikverein in Vienna to the world's greatest recording studios, all illuminated by David Doran's stylish and immersive artwork.
£19.95
Ebury Publishing London, The Weekends Start Here: Fifty-two Weekends of Things to See and Do
Discover all that London has to offer, one weekend at a time. Beautifully illustrated with bitesize entries ranging from the well-known to the quirky, this is the perfect gift for anyone wanting to discover all of the gems London has to offer...'This well designed and informative book really does have something for everyone, whether you are a Londoner or a visitor' -- London Visitors'Tom Jones has created a truly brilliant guidebook full of different ideas for your visit to the capital' -- The Sun'Can't wait to start trying these out!!' -- ***** Reader review'One of the best books about London I have ever had the pleasure reading' -- ***** Reader review'I totally love this book. Even a tired old Londoner like myself has been inspired' -- ***** Reader review************************************************************************************************************With London, The Weekends Start Here, explore the unrivalled range of cultural, artistic, historical and outdoor experiences this dynamic capital has to offer, with plenty of time to achieve the unexpected before another Monday morning rolls round.Perfect for Londoners and visitors alike, discover 52 themed weekends, organised by season, with over 250 interesting and quirky entries for unusual and surprising attractions. Including all you need to know about location, transport and the best places to eat and drink.From Wild London in the spring to Nordic London in the winter and Tea Drinker's London, Quiet London, Japanese London and more in between: multicultural and historical, urban and wild, peaceful and vibrant - there's plenty to do in London to suit your mood and interests, as well as the time of year.Why not try ... ?Drinking in pubs once frequented by pirates and smugglers in WappingTaking a Scandinavian sauna at the Finnish ChurchEating grapes from a royal grape vineSpotting London's Peregrine FalconsFinding literary treasures in the British LibrarySoaking up the sun on a Japanese Roof GardenWalking the route of a Victorian sewerExploring the chalk downland valleys of south LondonWhat are you waiting for?
£14.99
