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Narrowboat Dreams: A Journey North by England’s Waterways
by Steve HaywoodSteve Haywood escaped the routine of his life in London for a voyage of discovery along England’s inland waterways, travelling by traditional narrowboat. With irrepressible humour he describes the history of the canals, the characters he meets along the way, and the magic that makes England’s waterways so appealing.
Narrowboat Dreams: A Journey North by England’s Waterways
by Steve HaywoodSteve Haywood escaped the routine of his life in London for a voyage of discovery along England’s inland waterways, travelling by traditional narrowboat. With irrepressible humour he describes the history of the canals, the characters he meets along the way, and the magic that makes England’s waterways so appealing.
Narrowboat Nomads: Living the Dream on the English Waterways
by Steve HaywoodWe were aware of a dreamlike quality to our trip. There was something far-fetched about it, something out of this world.Austerity might be getting everyone else down, but Steve is waving his worries goodbye on another of his light-hearted trips around the picturesque English waterways.This time it’s a bit different, though. This time he’s not just cruising with his cat, Kit, but with his long-suffering wife, Em, who’s given up work and wants her share of easy living too. They’ve rented out their home for the ups and downs of a life afloat, and there’s no goingback now as they cruise from the historic River Thames, through the Midlands and westward into the hills of Wales, meeting a familiar cast of eccentrics and oddballs along the way, and experiencing one of the hottest summers of recent years.But how, after life in a four-bedroom house, do they manage to survive together squeezed into a space the size of a potting shed? Other books pretend to tell you about life afloat – this one shows you what it’s really like.
Narrowboat Nomads: Living the Dream on the English Waterways
by Steve HaywoodWe were aware of a dreamlike quality to our trip. There was something far-fetched about it, something out of this world.Austerity might be getting everyone else down, but Steve is waving his worries goodbye on another of his light-hearted trips around the picturesque English waterways.This time it’s a bit different, though. This time he’s not just cruising with his cat, Kit, but with his long-suffering wife, Em, who’s given up work and wants her share of easy living too. They’ve rented out their home for the ups and downs of a life afloat, and there’s no goingback now as they cruise from the historic River Thames, through the Midlands and westward into the hills of Wales, meeting a familiar cast of eccentrics and oddballs along the way, and experiencing one of the hottest summers of recent years.But how, after life in a four-bedroom house, do they manage to survive together squeezed into a space the size of a potting shed? Other books pretend to tell you about life afloat – this one shows you what it’s really like.
NASCAR: Then & Now
by Ben WhiteIn this unique gallery book, historical shots of people, cars, events, tracks, shops, and other NASCAR landmarks are paired with comparable modern shots to present a fascinating review of America’s top motorsport. See what Darlington looked like when it was built in 1950 compared to what it looks like now. Get a real sense of how pit stops have changed between 1949 and today. Compare a Ford stock car from 1962 with one from 2009. Nowhere else can NASCAR fans so graphically trace the evolution of their favorite motorsport.
Nashville: Scenes from the New American South
by Ann Patchett Heidi Ross Jon MeachamNashville: Scenes from the New American South beautifully captures my home city of Nashville in this exciting moment of change and growth.— AL GOREThis book is excruciatingly gorgeous. Every page makes me homesick. —CONNIE BRITTON A great book about a great city.— JOHN PRINEThis has been a time of such great change for Nashville that I think we are all very curious to see who we are now.— GILLIAN WELCHThis book reminds me, in the sweetest way possible, that I probably should have never left Nashville.— CHRIS THILEIntroduction by Pulitzer Prize-winning Author Jon MeachamA dynamic, experiential, and intimate portrait that explores the many sides of the legendary Southern city and country music capital, from award-winning writers Ann Patchett, Jon Meacham, and acclaimed photographer Heidi Ross.Nashville is a creative collaboration that awakens the senses, providing a virtual immersion in this unique American city hailed as the Athens of the South. Patchett, Ross, and Meacham in his introduction, at once capture both the city’s iconic historical side—its deep, rich Southern roots, from its food and festivals to its famous venues, recording studios, and style—and its edgier, highly vibrant creative side, which has made it a modern cultural mecca increasingly populated by established and upcoming artists in art, film, and music.Nashville celebrates Nashvillians’ beloved locales and events, both established and new, that are the heart of the city’s character including:Bobbie’s Dairy DipBroadwayCumberland RiverBuchanan Arts DistrictBolton’s Chicken and FishDino’sEast Nashville Tomato Arts FestivalGermantownThe GulchGrand Ole OpryPie Town (SoBro)Pride FestivalPrince’s Hot ChickenSchermerhorn Symphony CenterStanley Cup PlayoffsTennessee Performing Arts CenterTennessee State FairThird Man RecordsWXNA Independent RadioHere, too, are engaging vignettes spotlighting the diverse talent that makes the Tennessee city a significant cultural incubator and influencer, including singer-songwriters Marty Stuart, Gillian Welsh, and Dave Rawlings; film director Harmony Korine, textile designer Andra Eggleston, country music fashion designer to the stars Manuel, chef Margot McCormack, acclaimed pastry chef Lisa Donovan, and model and musician Karen Elson.Blending exceptional narrative, evocative photography—including 175 black-and-white and color photographs—and a bold graphic design, Nashville is an intimate, textured panorama that brilliantly illuminates one of America’s most remarkable treasures.
Nashville Cocktails: An Elegant Collection of Over 100 Recipes Inspired by Music City
by Delia Jo RamseyNashville Cocktails is an elegant collection of over 100 recipes inspired by Music City.These signature drink recipes from Nashville hotspots pay homage to this lively city. With over 100 recipes and dozens of bartender profiles, you can drink like a local whether you're just visiting or entertaining at home. From honky-tonks to cozy speakeasies,locals and tourists alike will discover new watering holes that are sure to satisfy all tastes. With the best signature creations by prominent mixologists in the area, this book offers a detailed rundown of the best locations Nashville has to offer. Within the gorgeous, die-cut covers, you'll find:More than 100 essential and exciting cocktail recipes, including recipes for bespoke ingredients and other serving suggestionsInterviews with the city&’s trendsetting bartenders and mixologistsBartending tips and techniques from the expertsFood and drink hotspots across the cityAnd much more!Enjoy Nashville's craft cocktail scene without ever leaving your zip code with Nashville Cocktails.
Nashville Eats: Hot Chicken, Buttermilk Biscuits, and 100 More Southern Recipes from Music City
by Jennifer Justus&“Perfectly captures the spirit of Music City . . . An incredible collection of recipes that makes you want to spend as much time as possible in Nashville&” (Sean Brock, chef and author of Heritage). If it seems like Nashville is everywhere these days—that&’s because it is. GQ recently declared it &“Nowville,&” and it has become the music hotspot for both country and rock. But as hot as the music scene is, the food scene is even hotter. In Nashville Eats, more than one hundred mouthwatering recipes reveal why food lovers are headed south for Nashville&’s hot chicken, buttermilk biscuits, pulled pork sandwiches, cornmeal-crusted catfish, chowchow, fried green tomatoes, and chess pie. Author Jennifer Justus whips up the classics—such as pimento cheese and fried chicken—but also includes dishes with a twist on traditional Southern fare—such as Curried Black Chickpeas or Catfish Tacos. And alongside the recipes, Jennifer shares her stories of Nashville—the people, music, history, and food that make it so special. &“A love letter to the working-class cooking of Nashville . . . Nashville Eats by Jennifer Justus is a well-honed cultural passkey to one of America&’s great culinary cities.&” —John T. Edge, coeditor, The Southern Foodways Alliance Community Cookbook
Nashville Food Trucks: Stories & Recipes from the Road (American Palate Ser.)
by Julie Festa&“A guide to the chefs and food making up Nashville&’s vibrant rolling restaurant scene . . . stalker-worthy trucks offer comfort food and Southern favorites.&” —Tennessean Nashville&’s best eats have been brought to the streets. The city&’s booming food truck trend is part of what makes central Tennessee a culinary destination and a hub for all things food. These mobile menus have earned foodie favoritism and serve up more than just the good ol&’ southern comfort stuff. Folks are lining up for a wide array of gourmet grub inspired by all kinds of different cuisines and tastes. Local trucks have been featured on the Cooking Channel&’s &“Eat Street&” and &“Unique Eats,&” and Nashville is home to major annual food truck events, like the Nashville Street Food Awards and Musician&’s Corner. Dig in to these palatable pages with award-winning NashvilleFoodTruckJunkie.com blogger, Julie Festa, who dishes out the details about the city&’s traveling eateries and the chefs and inspired recipes behind them.
Nashville Haunted Handbook
by Garett Merk Jeff Morris Donna MarshNashville Haunted Handbook is the second book in the new Haunted Handbook line within the popular America's Haunted Road Trip series. The Haunted Handbooks are city-specific travel guides to nearly one hundred places within a major city.Each of the places in Nashville Haunted Handbook is presented in a two-page spread that includes directions, a brief history, details about how the place is haunted, and advice on visiting the place. Each spread also includes one or two photos. The places are organized into sections, including schoolhouses, roads and bridges, hotels and inns, and others.Nashville Haunted Handbook is written with the ghost enthusiast in mind. All 100 chapters contain information on the history as well as the haunting surrounding each location, as well as detailed directions on how to locate each site. Many of the chapters also contain insider information that only a local would know, making it easier for ghost hunters to investigate.
Nashville Like a Local: By The People Who Call It Home (Local Travel Guide)
by Michael Clark DK Eyewitness Kenza Marland Stuart Kenny Xandra Robinson-BurnsThis isn't your ordinary travel guide. Beyond Nashville’s legendary music venues are charming farmers' markets, hidden patio bars, and joyful street art murals that locals love. Whether you're a restless Nashvillian on the hunt for a new hangout or a visitor keen to discover a side you won't find in traditional guidebooks, Nashville Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need.Turn the pages to discover:The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences, such as brewery hopping and musical historyA beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore NashvilleHelpful what3word addresses so that you can pinpoint all the listed sightsA thoughtfully updated second edition, including new places to visitCompiled by two proud Nashvillians and revised and updated for 2024, this stylish travel guide is packed with Nashville’s best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs.About Like A Local:These giftable and collectible guides from DK are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they're born and bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts highlight what it means to be a local: pride for their city, community spirit, and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret and the iconic - just like the locals who call the city home.
Nashville Like a Local: By the people who call it home (Local Travel Guide)
by DK Eyewitness Bailey Freeman Kristen ShoatesHome to legendary honky tonk bars, leafy urban parks and a live music scene like no other, planning a trip to Nashville is for sure a bucket list entry!Whether you're a Nashvillian looking to uncover your city's secrets or traveling to Nashville and seeking an authentic adventure you&’ll never forget, this stylish Nashville travel guide will become your best friend.Explore the hidden gems Nashville has to offer. What to expect from this insider&’s travel guide: • Stunning two-color, bold modern design with contemporary illustrations throughout • Authors are true locals and have been picked for having their fingers on the pulse and their diverse tastes. Their suggestions and advice sit alongside quotes from Edinburgh creatives, performers, volunteers and business leaders to give the book a local feel • A narrative style throughout, making the local, personal voice central to every entry • Structured by six themes and subsequent sub-themes: Eat, Drink, Shop, Art and Culture, Nightlife, and Outdoors • Each entry includes its unique address so readers can pinpoint precisely where they are heading • Each theme ends with a tour spread, dedicated to a specific interest or experience. For example, A Foodie Tour through East Nashville or a Walking Tour of Nashville&’s Musical Legacy But it's not all about the Frist Art Museum or the Country Music Hall of Fame. This travel guide to Nashville is packed with recommendations and tips beyond the well-trodden sights from Nashvillians in the know, so you can discover all their favorite hangout spots and hidden happenings. Chat to local artists on the Jefferson Street Art Crawl, join a free line dancing class at the Wildhorse Saloon, and linger over a locally crafted beer at Jackalope Brewing Company.By the people who call it home to your pocket, the Like a Local series will make the perfect travel gift for the nomads in your circle, or you know, a treat yourself moment. With tips for traveling solo, in a pair or crowd, not to mention a post-Covid world, this guide has it all. From New York, Austin and San Francisco to London, Paris and Tokyo, there are more places to discover with these niche local guides! Written by the people who call it home, the Like A Local series from DK takes you beyond the tourist track to experience the heart and soul of each city!
Nashville Predators: The Making of Smashville (Sports)
by Pete Weber Justin B. BradfordNashville may be the country music capital, but local hockey fans know it as Smashville. The Predators adopted their name from the bones of a saber-toothed tiger found beneath a local building. Craig Leipold first purchased the expansion rights in 1997, and the team quickly built a loyal following. It won twenty-eight games in the inaugural season. Twelve seasons later, the team finished second in the Central Division and appeared in its first-ever conference semifinals. One year later, it finally dispatched its long-standing rival Detroit Red Wings 4-1 in the opening round of the playoffs. Author Justin Bradford details the fascinating history through unique player anecdotes and perspectives from those involved in the team's rise to prominence.
Nashville's Sylvan Park
by Yvonne Eaves Doug EckertLocated roughly 4 miles west of downtown Nashville and bordered by Charlotte Pike, Richland Creek, and the railroad lines, the area now known as Sylvan Park has a fascinating history. The pioneer "Father of Nashville," Gen. James Robertson named it "Rich Land" and claimed it for his homestead. Natural springs, rich soil, and abundant game made it valuable to early Native Americans, pioneers, and plantation owners. The 1887 grand opening of the area as a residential development included the firing of cannon and a brass band. Envisioned as an independent satellite city of Nashville, the area became home to businesses, schools, grocery stores, and churches. Businesses that started here included one of the most famous makers of jeans and one of the most famous makers of doughnuts. The deadliest train accident in American history happened here in 1918, a catastrophic head-on collision between ponderous iron behemoths at a combined speed of 110 miles per hour. Images of America: Nashville's Sylvan Park includes more than a dozen previously unpublished pictures of the aftermath.
Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
by Lance Elder Nicholas HirshonSucceeding an air force base on the Hempstead Plains, Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum debuted in 1972 as Long Island's foremost sports and entertainment mecca. Its first tenants were a mediocre basketball team and expansion hockey club. Both appeared unlikely to foster a winning attitude, yet soon emerged as champions. Julius "Dr. J." Erving dunked the New York Nets to two titles, and the Islanders launched a star-studded Stanley Cup dynasty. Over the decades, the coliseum has also hosted presidents, legendary musicians, the NHL All-Star Game, and WrestleMania 2. Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum chronicles, for the first time ever, the history of a suburban arena that has often garnered the national spotlight.
Nastawgan: The Canadian North by Canoe & Snowshoe
by Bruce W. Hodgins Margaret HobbsA rich history of Canadian wilderness travel, "an utterly compelling collection," said The Globe and Mail, and "a gem -- it absolutely sparkles," according to Canadian Geographic. Declared by the Canadian Historical Association to be the best book published of its year on the regional history of Canada's North.With essays by William C. James, C.E.S. Franks, George Luste, Margaret Hobbs, John Jennings, Shelagh Grant, Gwyneth Hoyle, Bruce W. Hodgins, Jamie Bendickson, Craig Macdonald, Jean Murray Cole, John Marsh and John Wadland.
Nathan Turner's I Love California: Design and Entertaining the West Coast Way
by Nathan TurnerEnjoy the California lifestyle with recipes, stylish interiors, and entertaining tips: &“A must-have for locals and visitors alike.&” —Architectural Digest Designer Nathan Turner&’s style is synonymous with the easy glam of California living. His first book introduced readers to his casual American style and chic design sense. Now, he&’s written a love letter to his home state in I Love California. This book is a journey up and down Highway 1 that takes you from the redwoods of northern San Francisco to the mountains of the Sierra Nevada to the beaches of Southern California. Simple recipes and tips for entertaining are featured alongside never-before-seen interiors. Lavish photographs capture the homes, people, and food of each unique location in glorious, sun-drenched detail. This book even includes Turner&’s signature recipes for California comfort food, like his family&’s Cioppino, Marinated Tri-tip Steak, Mexican Chocolate Cake, and more.I Love California is a celebration of the Golden State of Mind—for those interested in cooking, entertaining, décor, or just a little getaway to the sun-dappled coast.
Nathaniel's Nutmeg: Or, The True and Incredible Adventures of the Spice Trader Who Changed the Course of History
by Giles MiltonA true tale of high adventure in the South Seas.The tiny island of Run is an insignificant speck in the Indonesian archipelago. Just two miles long and half a mile wide, it is remote, tranquil, and, these days, largely ignored.Yet 370 years ago, Run's harvest of nutmeg (a pound of which yielded a 3,200 percent profit by the time it arrived in England) turned it into the most lucrative of the Spice Islands, precipitating a battle between the all-powerful Dutch East India Company and the British Crown. The outcome of the fighting was one of the most spectacular deals in history: Britain ceded Run to Holland but in return was given Manhattan. This led not only to the birth of New York but also to the beginning of the British Empire.Such a deal was due to the persistence of one man. Nathaniel Courthope and his small band of adventurers were sent to Run in October 1616, and for four years held off the massive Dutch navy. Nathaniel's Nutmeg centers on the remarkable showdown between Courthope and the Dutch Governor General Jan Coen, and the brutal fate of the mariners racing to Run--and the other corners of the globe--to reap the huge profits of the spice trade. Written with the flair of a historical sea novel but based on rigorous research, Giles Milton's Nathaniel's Nutmeg is a brilliant adventure story by Giles Milton, a writer who has been hailed as the "new Bruce Chatwin" (Mail on Sunday).
Nation Branding: Concepts, Issues, Practice
by Keith DinnieNation Branding: Concepts, Issues, Practice provides a theoretical framework, alongside insightful examples from the practice of nation banding, in which the principles of brand strategy and management are applied to countries globally. This new edition has been comprehensively updated and its influential original framework modified to reflect the very latest changes in the field. It remains an accessible blend of theory and practice rich with international examples and contributions. Updates to this edition: New Academic Perspectives and Practitioner Insights in each chapter. Updated and new cases from a broad range of nations and cultures. Fresh coverage of online branding and social media. New material covering the critical and ethical issues of nation branding, including the limitations. Updated references and sources. Updated online resources, including PowerPoint slides, a test bank, and a glossary. This is an essential introduction to nation branding for students of Marketing, Brand Management, Communications, and Public and International Relations, as well as policy makers looking for a rigorous yet applied approach.
Nation Branding and Sports Diplomacy: Country Image Games in Times of Change
by Yoav DubinskyThis book critically discusses the role of sports in nation branding and public diplomacy during the years 2020 and 2022, as the world was going through a global pandemic and health, economic, social, and political crises. The book argues that the use of sports for nation branding and public diplomacy goals is not new, but the changes the world went through required nations, places, communities, and individuals to modify and adapt the ways they use sports for country image purposes. After discussing global changes, the book outlines the theoretical frameworks of nation branding and public diplomacy, and discusses their manifestations through the evolution of the FIFA World Cup, the postponed Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, the role of Title IX in American sports, the European Super League, the Oregon22 World Athletics Championships, the emergence of sport-tech diplomacy, and though the role of sports and the global order in an ever-changing world.
Nation Branding in the Americas: Contested Politics and Identities (Routledge Focus on Nation Branding)
by Efe Sevin César Jiménez-MartÍnez Pablo MiñoNation Branding in the Americas: Contested Politics and Identities provides an overview of nation branding in the Americas, an often neglected continent(s) in debates about the creation, dissemination and management of national images.Drawing on insights from promotional cultures, nationalism, geopolitics, media and communication, as well as their own research, the authors look at national promotion experiences in twelve countries - Canada, the United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina and Chile - , examining how these cases relate to broader challenges and commonalities, such as the relationship between nation branding and stereotypes, invisibility, heritage or internal contradictions. Nation Branding in the Americas: Contested Politics and Identities is an important contribution to the study of practices and concepts such as nation branding, public diplomacy, soft power, and strategic communication. It highlights the multifaceted nature of nation branding, and how this can be used to perpetuate local and global hierarchies, legitimize the agendas of specific governments, and discipline the inhabitants of a nation, but also become a venue for people to negotiate and communicate the kind of society they want to be. The book will therefore be of interest for undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students specialized in marketing, media and communication, and international relations. It will also appeal to professionals in public diplomacy, strategic communication, public relations, and branding, offering a broad overview to the practice and discussion of national promotion in an increasingly contested and cacophonic global communication environment.
The Nation Guide to the Nation
by Richard LingemanThe essential lifestyle guide for the millions of progressives from coast to coast, "The Nation Guide to the Nation" can help left-of-center types find left-leaning shops, cultural institutions, and gathering places in their own hometowns and on the road.
National Audubon Society Field Guide To The Pacific Northwest: Regional Guide: Birds, Animals, Trees, Wildflowers, Insects, Weather, Nature Pre Serves, And More (Audubon Society Regional Field Guides)
by National Audubon SocietyThe most comprehensive field guide available to the Pacific Northwest--a portable, essential companion for visitors and residents alike--from the go-to reference source for over 18 million nature lovers. This compact volume contains: An easy-to-use field guide for identifying 1,000 of the region's wildflowers, trees, mushrooms, mosses, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, butterflies, mammals, and much more; A complete overview of the Pacific Northwest's natural history, covering geology, wildlife habitats, ecology, fossils, rocks and minerals, clouds and weather patterns and night sky; An extensive sampling of the area's best parks, preserves, beaches, forests, islands, and wildlife sanctuaries, with detailed descriptions and visitor information for 50 sites and notes on dozens of others. The guide is packed with visual information -- the 1,500 full-color images include more than 1,300 photographs, 14 maps, and 16 night-sky charts, as well as 150 drawings explaining everything from geological processes to the basic features of different plants and animals. For everyone who lives or spends time in Washington or Oregon, there can be no finer guide to the area's natural surroundings than the National Audubon Society Field Guide to the Pacific Northwest.
National Audubon Society Field Guide to the Pacific Northwest
by Peter Alden Amy Gregoret Daniel Mathews Dennis Paulson Richard Keen Eric A. Oches Robert Sundstrom Wendy B. ZomleferA complete overview of the Pacific Northwest's natural history, covering geology, wildlife habitats, ecology, fossils, rocks and minerals, clouds and weather patterns and night sky.
National Audubon Society Regional Guide To California (Audubon Society Regional Field Guides)
by Peter Alden National Audubon Society StaffFilled with concise descriptions and stunning photographs, the National Audubon Society Field Guide to California belongs in the home of every California resident and in the suitcase or backpack of every visitor. This compact volume contains: An easy-to-use field guide for identifying 1,000 of the state's wildflowers, trees, mushrooms, mosses, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, butterflies, mammals, and much more; A complete overview of California's natural history, covering geology, wildlife habitats, ecology, fossils, rocks and minerals, clouds and weather patterns and night sky; An extensive sampling of the area's best parks, preserves, beaches, forests, islands, and wildlife sanctuaries, with detailed descriptions and visitor information for 50 sites and notes on dozens of others. The guide is packed with visual information -- the 1,500 full-color images include more than 1,300 photographs, 14 maps, and 16 night-sky charts, as well as 150 drawings explaining everything from geological processes to the basic features of different plants and animals. For everyone who lives or spends time in California, there can be no finer guide to the area's natural surroundings than the National Audubon Society Field Guide to California.