Junte-se a nós em uma viagem ao mundo dos livros!
Adicionar este livro à prateleira
Grey
Deixe um novo comentário Default profile 50px
Grey
Assine para ler o livro completo ou leia as primeiras páginas de graça!
All characters reduced
Hidden City Secrets - cover
LER

Hidden City Secrets

Jasper Holt

Tradutor A AI

Editora: Publifye

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Sinopse

"Hidden City Secrets" explores the captivating world beneath our feet, revealing the hidden tunnels, forgotten subway stations, and concealed spaces that exist just beneath the surface of iconic cities. This journey into subterranean exploration unearths the historical, architectural, and social narratives etched into these urban undergrounds. Learn about the evolution of infrastructure networks, from ancient aqueducts to Cold War bomb shelters, and discover how these spaces reflect the changing needs and priorities of city dwellers. The book presents a unique and tangible connection to urban history, offering insights into the ingenuity, aspirations, and fears of past generations.

 
Structured in three parts, "Hidden City Secrets" first introduces the concept of the "hidden city," then delves into specific types of hidden spaces like abandoned transportation systems and shelter spaces, using case studies from cities worldwide. Finally, it examines the modern-day relevance of these hidden spaces, exploring preservation efforts and their impact on urban planning.
Disponível desde: 31/03/2025.
Comprimento de impressão: 59 páginas.

Outros livros que poderiam interessá-lo

  • Tiny Moons - A Year of Eating in Shanghai - cover

    Tiny Moons - A Year of Eating in...

    Nina Mingya Powles

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Tiny Moons is a collection of essays about food and belonging. Nina Mingya Powles journeys between Wellington, Kota Kinabalu and Shanghai, tracing the constants in her life: eating and cooking, and the dishes that have come to define her. Through childhood snacks, family feasts, Shanghai street food and student dinners, she attempts to find a way back towards her Chinese-Malaysian heritage.
    Narrated by the author, this audiobook edition features an exclusive bonus chapter.
    Ver livro
  • Great Scottish Walks - The Walkhighlands guide to Scotland's best long-distance trails - cover

    Great Scottish Walks - The...

    Helen Webster, Paul Webster

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Great Scottish Walks by Helen and Paul Webster, founders of Walkhighlands, is a comprehensive guide to the 26 best long-distance hiking trails in Scotland.
    Whether you're keen to experience classic trails such as the West Highland Way, discover more accessible trails like the Forth & Clyde Union Canal Towpath in the Central Belt or yearn for the remote wilderness of walks like the Cape Wrath Trail and Skye Trail, this book offers inspiration for long-distance walkers of all experience levels who want to challenge themselves on Scotland's greatest trails (and even those who wish to tackle the trails as day walks or in shorter sections).
    The walks are illustrated with stunning photography, showcasing the incredibly varied Scottish mainland and island landscapes that you can discover, from the remote mountains and glens, coastal sea stacks and beaches, to the lush farmland and canals of the lowlands. There are countless towns, villages and historical sites that you'll want to stop and visit along the way, rich in Scotland's heritage and culture. This book provides everything you need to inspire you to explore further, including an overview of what to expect from each route, logistical information about tackling the routes over a number of days, overview mapping, and practical information about access, public transport, accommodation and local amenities.
    With Great Scottish Walks, let Helen and Paul equip you to take on your own long-distance adventure and discover the amazing trails that Scotland has to offer.
    Ver livro
  • Mysterious British Isles The: A Collection of Mysteries Legends and Unexplained Phenomena across Britain and Ireland - cover

    Mysterious British Isles The: A...

    Editors Charles River

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Great Britain is an ancient land steeped in history and tradition, filled with prehistoric ruins, majestic castles, and a countryside sculpted from millennia of human habitation.. Its rolling countryside is dotted with prehistoric burial mounds and stone circles. Brooding castles hold tales of bloodshed and honor. Medieval churches have elaborate stained glass windows and gruesome carvings, reflecting a mixture of hope and darkness. Every hamlet and village has tales that go back centuries, and folk festivals with roots in pagan times. 
    Not everything in Great Britain is as it appears, however. Some say this is a land haunted by spirits, a place of strange disappearances and unexplained phenomena. For centuries, people have told tales of ghosts stalking its historic buildings, strange creatures lurking in its primeval forests, and unexplained paths linking its ancient sites. There is no shortage when it comes to the strange stories the region has to offer, and the legends and lore have compelled many to dig a little deeper and even explore this wonderful land for themselves. 
    Ireland also has a rich folklore. Everyone knows about the fairy folk and leprechauns and many have heard of the fearsome banshee, and there are also the usual ghost stories found in every old land. The stranger side of the Emerald Isle goes much deeper than that, however, with tales of phantom armies marching through the sky, sea monsters swimming in the waters around the island, and stories of strange powers and dark magic. 
    Indeed, these tales are not consigned to the past; many unexplained occurrences continue to happen, even today. Here is a sampling of some of Ireland's odder aspects Ireland. Hopefully, it will inspire readers to learn more about Ireland’s mysterious past and unusual present, and perhaps get readers to visit Ireland themselves.
    Ver livro
  • Northerners: A History from the Ice Age to the Present Day - cover

    Northerners: A History from the...

    Brian Groom

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    A Waterstones Best History Book of the Year 
    The bestselling history of the North of England as told through the lives of its inhabitants. 
    ‘Entertaining’ The Times 
    ‘Definitive’ The Mirror 
    ‘Highly readable’ Financial Times 
    A work of unrivalled scale and ambition, Northerners is the defining biography of northern England. 
    This authoritative new history of place and people lays out the dramatic events that created the north – waves of migration, invasions and battles, and transformative changes wrought on European culture and the global economy. In a sweeping narrative that takes us from the earliest times to the present day, the book shows that the people of the north have shaped Britain and the world in unexpected ways. 
    At least six Roman emperors ruled from York. The Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Northumbria was Europe’s leading cultural and intellectual centre. Cartimandua, Queen of the Brigantes, deserves to be as famous as Boudica. Neanderthals and Vikings, Central European Jews, African-Caribbeans and South Asians, have all played their part in the making and remaking of the north. Northern writers, activists, artists and comedians are celebrated the world over, from Wordsworth, the Brontes and Gaskell to LS Lowry, Emmeline Pankhurst and Peter Kay. St Oswald and Bede shaped the spiritual and cultural landscapes of Britain and Europe, and the world was revolutionised by the inventions of Richard Arkwright and the Stephensons. The north has exported some of sport’s biggest names and defined the sound of generations, from the Beatles to Britpop. 
    Northerners also shows convincingly how the past echoes down the centuries. The devastation of factory and pit closures in the 1980s, for example, recalled the trauma of William the Conqueror’s Harrying of the North. The book charts how the north-south divide has ebbed and flowed and explores the very real divisions between northerners, such as the rivalry between Lancashire and Yorkshire. 
    Finally, Brian Groom explores what northernness means today and the crucial role the north can play in Britain’s future. As new forces threaten the fabric of the UK again, this landmark book could scarcely be more timely. 
    This historical masterpiece by Brian Groom is a top pick for those who appreciate a deep dive into the social fabric of northern England. It's not just an autobiography of a region, but a travel through time, revealing the popular narratives and untold stories that have shaped its identity. 
    For fans of Emma Bennett (The Bristol and Bath Art Book), Rick Broadbent (Jessica Ennis), Alice Loxton (UPROAR!), Robin Ince (Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal), and Jonn Elledge (A History of the World in 47 Borders). 
    HarperCollins 2022
    Ver livro
  • The Cruise Club - cover

    The Cruise Club

    Caroline James

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Because the best adventures are still to come… 
    Escape to the sun with the #1 bestselling author of The Cruise in a feelgood rom com full of romance, fun and mischief, which will sweep you away to the azure waters of the Mediterranean with every turn of the page… 
    Set sail on the Diamond Star for sunshine, romance – and just a little bit of mischief… 
    Cosy crime writer Carmen Cunningham is in trouble. Her inspiration has vanished, her deadline is looming, and her meddling elderly mother Betty consumes her every waking moment. 
    Hoping to revive her creativity, Carmen books a dream cruise, featuring workshops with her literary idol, Ruskin Reeve. It’s the perfect plan – until Betty insists on tagging along… 
    However, as the Diamond Star sails through sun-soaked ports and magical Mediterranean islands, Carmen finds the escape she needs as she discovers new friendships, and unexpected sparks with the grumpy, but charming, Ruskin. 
    But mischief is afoot on board the ship, with talk of items going missing and a secret club that’s got everyone talking… Will the cruise reignite Carmen’s writing muse or plunge her into the biggest plot twist of her life? Because, as she's about to find out, anything can happen at sea… 
    Escape this summer on a holiday like no other, where fun and frolics are the order of the day! The perfect read for fans of Sarah Morgan and Judy Leigh.Your favourite authors love The Cruise Club! 
    'A hilarious, sun-filled love letter to fun and friendship, and the best possible holiday you can take in book form – I feel like I’ve cruised the Mediterranean from my armchair!’ Holly Martin 
    ‘This book is just what we all need – pure escapism and lots of fun in the sun. Caroline James's light touch and heart-warming characters are a tonic from the first page to the last.’ Judy Leigh 
    'The Cruise Club showcases Caroline James’s trademark vivid, quirky characters in a glorious setting.' Sue Moorcroft 
    ‘A sun-soaked, feel-good escape packed with mystery, mischief, and heart. You’ll fall in love with Carmen, root for her muse, and wish you were aboard the Diamond Star too.’ Christie Barlow 
    ‘All aboard this feel-good, heart lifting voyage of discovery. A journey filled with unexpected friendships, mischievous twists, and undeniable chemistry…the perfect escape – five Diamond Stars!’ Nicola MayPraise for Caroline James: 
    ‘Fabulous to read…It’s about a girls’ weekend with characters in their 60s and determined to have a good time’ Woman & Home  
    ‘A laugh out loud, naughty, enlightening heart-warming story about friendship and discovery’ Yours Magazine 
    ‘Girl power for the over sixties!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘The escapades of these three women are funny…Their voices come alive on the page’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘A tale of friendship that has lasted through the decades which I found hard to put down’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘Oh my word …I couldn't put this down it was so good, following the adventures of Anne, Kath and Jane was brilliant and happy endings throughout’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘This author was new to me, and I am already downloading more of her books because she writes in a way that makes me keep reading and because I feel good at the end… What more could anyone want?’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘What an enjoyable read! …a fun filled trip for sure’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    Caroline James latest novel, The Cruise Club, is a top pick for fans of romantic comedy. Set on a cruise, the story explores the different stages of relationships, making it a must-read for those who love travel and adventure. 
    For fans of Kate Galley (Old Girls Behaving
    Ver livro
  • Walking Through Tuscany - A Travel Memoir on the Via Francigena - cover

    Walking Through Tuscany - A...

    Griffin Smyth

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    You don’t need to walk across Italy to find meaning. But it sure doesn’t hurt. 
    Walking Through Tuscany is a memoir about swapping comfort for carafes of wine, trail dust, and a slower kind of travel. What started as a long-distance walk along the Via Francigena turned into something more human—mountains crossed, vineyards wandered, and strangers turned friends. 
    This isn’t a guidebook. It’s the story of what happens when you stop rushing: broken sandals, golden hour moments, and a version of Tuscany you won’t find on a postcard. 
    We thought we were just walking. Turns out, we were writing the story of our lives.
    Ver livro