Various allied and subject territories were acquired either by single cantons or by several in common, and in 1648 the league became formally independent of the holy roman empire, but no addition was made to the number of. Baedekers switzerland and the adjacent portions of italy. Baedekers universe rare travel books, baedekers, wpa. Schweiz switzerland 2106 m english and german edition. In 1846, karl baedeker bettered murray by introducing the bright red cloth that was later mutated by most other guidebook publishers, eventually by murray himself. In the revised handbooks to italy that appeared between 1928 and 1932. I sell a wide range of genuine vintage items ranging from old original sheet music, old out of print books, i am always looking for more things to add to the list, i aim to offer a helpful shopping. Karl baedeker switzerland or schweiz sellersupplied images. Karl baedeker is the author of baedeker s london and its environs 1900 4. Karl baedeker author of baedekers great britain, 1890. The entries of this list, made up from the catalogue card entries, include author, title, place, publisher, date, and evidence of h.
Karl baedeker firm switzerland together with chamonix and the italian lakes. By this time, the brown cloth covers of murrays handbook to germany had become a familiar sight in coblenz. Many of the cities described changed dramatically during the 20th century so these books. On offer is a 1928 episcopal book of common prayer1940 hymnal combination. The chief object of the book is to enable the traveller so to employ his time, his money, and his energy that he. Baedeker last updated january 14, 2020 baedeker s great britain guide for 1937 is typical of most of the different country guides produced. Readers travel in the footsteps of the worlds greatest globetrotters and enjoy luxurious hospitality in the grand tradition. For quantity the record was probably set by baedekers switzerland 27th edition 1928. The leading library of hospitality, established 1986. Switzerland, and the adjacent portions of italy, savoy, and the tyrol, handbook for travellers, leipsic.
Beyond whistler and his circle whistler circles carleton. The muirheads had for many years been the englishlanguage editors of the german baedeker series. Switzerland and the adjacent portions of italy savoy and the tyrol. Peaks and frescoes a study of the dolomites by arthur mcdowall 1928 hb book dj. One of rohlings bestsellers was a tourist guide to the most attractive stretch of the rhine by a professor j. Covered in red cloth with gold gilt lettering, and. The rebel, an essay on man in revolt paperback by camus albert 1956. This is the home of books from the most famous hotels in the world, edition raconteur, treasury books, treasury publishing. Northern germany, and along the rhine, from holland to switzerland, which. The cover of the book features a beautiful decorative engraved pattern and gold leaf lettering on the front cover and spine. The blue guides have been setting the standard for travel guides since 1918, when the first blue guide london and its environs was published by the scottish brothers james and findlay muirhead. The swiss alpine club was founded in 1863 and this marked the golden age of mountaineering and even baedeker started to publish mountaineering titles, for example the dolderhorn and weisse.
Switzerland by baedeker abebooks shop for books, art. Baedeker s switzerland and the adjacent portions of italy, savoy, and tyrol. Switzerland hardcover january 1, 1928 by baedeker s guide author. Language and concepts may be changed to fit modern tastes, or to better describe books cataloged.
He warned walkers in switzerland that, as everyone knows, it is harmful to. History of switzerland, 14991914, cambridge and london, 1922. Several panoramas were reproduced in colour for the first time. In 53 the league included eight members, and in 15 thirteen. The english edition switzerland appeared, after baedeker died, in 1863 under karl baedeker ii and ran into 28 editions until 1938. Kenwin, bryhers bauhaus villa in vevey, switzerland, now stands empty and alone. By this time, the brown cloth covers of murray s handbook to germany had become a familiar sight in coblenz. Baedeker s switzerland, together with chamonix and the italian lakes. Italy from the alps to naples abridged handbook for. A fine example of midcentury book craftsmanship this edition was published in 1955 by the seabury press greenwich, om 233505. Historic hotels as part of our cultural heritage and keepers of hospitality traditions. A group of 29 travel guides by karl baedeker, published leipzig, 18741937, all in original bindings. The guide includes 81 foldout maps, 30 town plans and 15 panoramas see photos. Hans baedekers released 10 guidebooks in german between 1928.
Baedeker guides are travel guide books published by the karl baedeker firm of germany. Switzerland hardcover january 1, 1928 by baedekers guide author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Switzerland and the adjacent portions of italy, savoy and the tyrol. Switzerland, and the adjacent portions of italy, savoy, and the tyrol 5th ed. Baedekers switzerland and the adjacent portions of italy, savoy, and tyrol. Baedekers for popular destinations like paris, switzerland and italy. Verlag karl baedeker, founded by karl baedeker on july 1, 1827, is. Baedeker s switzerland baedeker s switzerland author. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Hundreds of small full color photographs beautify the book. This site is mainly for collectors of pre1945 guidebooks from the famous baedeker publishing house, but also for anybody with an interest in armchair travel in time and space. All volumes published in leipsic by karl baedeker between 1894 and 1928. Switzerland together with chamonix and the italian lakes.
Italy from the alps to naples abridged handbook for travellers author name. They never left home without em the new york times. The first of his travel books, which he published more or less by accident, was written by someone else. Switzerland and the adjacent portions of italy, savoy and tyrol. One of r hling s bestsellers was a tourist guide to the most attractive stretch of the rhine by a professor j. Karl baedeker s guide to switzerland followed two years later. Baedeker s book and map of switzerland are cross referenced, making it easy to chart a driving route while checking out all the great sites on the way. He also published the 1928 onevolume eighth and revised german edition of egypt and in 1929 its eighth english edition, which many travel guidebooks connoisseurs and collectors consider to be the two finest baedeker travel guides ever published.
Twenty twelvemo travel handbooks, in publisher s limp red cloth boards with gilt lettering. Solid background coverage highlighting history, culture, the economy, the people, and more useful practical information, facts and figures, hotel and restaurant listings, and language glossaries. Switzerland and the adjunct portions of italy, savoy and tyrol. Lot 60 learn to read childrens books kindergarten first grade leveled set. Baedekers switzerland together with chamonix and the italian.
Baedekers were the first popular travel guide and are known for their detailed descriptions of cities and detailed maps. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Twenty baedeker s travel guides published between 1894 and 1928, including a first edition of the russian guide book. Switzerland was the longest series in english with twentyeight editions 1863 1938. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Baedekers austria with map by baedekers guides, karl. Baedekers switzerland, 9780749510725, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Some maps are slightly worn and creased with some tears along edges. Minimal paint staint to covers and fore edge, paint to frep w paper from rpd.
Hans baedekers released 10 guidebooks in german between 1928 and. A collection of baedeker european travel guides from the late 19th century. The handbook for switzerland was first issued in 1863 and is now in its twentyseventh edition. The eightthousandodd volumes now stand in place in the bryher library, which is tucked into the woods by the sea.
Baedeker switzerland travel book collectors weekly. Apr 02, 2008 the purpose of these books, as summed up in karl baedekers switzerland and the adjacent portions of italy, savoy, and the tyrol 1893 was to supply the traveler with all needful information, to point out the most interesting places and the best way of reaching them, to render him comparatively independent of the services and guides and. The blue guides are the bestresearched, bestpresented cultural travel guides in the english language. Karl baedekers guide to switzerland followed two years later. Baedeker s switzerland 1928 27th rev edition 81 maps 30 town plans 15 panoramas. Switzerland together with chamonix and the italian lakes book. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Corners and spine ends bumped and worn, mending to spine and endpapers, book is lightly rolled, sunning to spine, chips to spine ends, small. Many of the cities described changed dramatically during the 20th century so these books are important. Hans baedeker s released 10 guidebooks in german between 1928 and 1942. Murrays a hand book for travellers in holland, belgium, and along the rhine, and throughout. A good copy, hinges cracked and repaired with tape externally, ink ownership at prelims.
Corners and spine ends bumped and worn, mending to spine and endpapers, book is lightly rolled, sunning to spine, chips to spine ends, small tears and foxing to maps. Make offer baedekers central italy guide book, 1886, illustrated, maps 1885 baedeker switzerland 35 maps 9 plans 9 panoramas italy savoy tyrol zurich. Switzerland by baedeker herausgeber and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Towns and cities are listed alphabetically, and sites are rated with stars as to interest. Vintage baedekers paris and its environs sixth edition hardback book french. Verlag karl baedeker, founded by karl baedeker on july 1, 1827, is a german publisher and. Italy books 19001949 publication year for sale in stock. Statistical and other books of reference concerning switzerland. This book provided the seeds for baedekers own travel guides. Detailed guide books for the independent traveller. Now in fully revised editions, baedeker guides offer today s visitor a tremendous depth and reliability of.
But its literary contents were saved and transported to the home of perdita schaffner in east hampton, new york. For quantity the record was probably set by baedeker s switzerland 27th edition 1928, with 81 maps, 30 plans and 15 alpine panoramas. Switzerland hardcover january 1, 1928 by baedeker s guide. Baedeker italy in antiquarian and collectable books for. The purpose of these books, as summed up in karl baedeker s switzerland and the adjacent portions of italy, savoy, and the tyrol 1893 was to supply the traveler with all needful. Karl baedeker rare travel books, baedekers, wpa guides. Nov 08, 2002 for quantity the record was probably set by baedeker s switzerland 27th edition 1928, with 81 maps, 30 plans and 15 alpine panoramas.
Baedeker s switzerland together with chamonix and the italian lakes karl baedeker on. Wherever you go, there is one of the most famous hotels in the world waiting for you and we have told its story. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Baedeker italy in antiquarian and collectable books for sale. Published in 1928, this is the 27th revised edition of karl baedeker s travel guide for switzerland, chamonix and the italian lakes. Those who stumble into this corner of bibliophily are. Media in category baedeker the following 107 files are in this category, out of 107 total. The founding father s guides and handbooks are only in german and french. Karl baedeker full view 1884 common terms and phrases th cent 15th century abbey adjoining alsace altenahr ancient archbishop ascends assmannshausen baden badenweiler baths beautiful berg black forest blasien bonn boppard bridge building built. Baedeker baedekers travel book italy italie italia alpes leipzig 1909 19 antique baedeker s spain and portugal 19 with maps baedeker guide to great britain, k baedeker. In 1832, baedeker took over the stock and business of another dealer called friedrich r hling. O n august 1, 1291, the men of uri, schwyz, and lower unterwalden entered into a defensive league. Make offer peaks and frescoes a study of the dolomites by arthur mcdowall 1928 hb book.
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