The origins of our Royal Family can be traced back to the reign of George IIl in the 18th century, although it was not until 1917 that anti-German feeling led George V to discard the historic name of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha and adopt the family name of 'Windsor', applying it to the title of the Royal House. During the last quarter of a century, the media, and it might be said the public's fascination with the Royals has grown to unprecedented levels and, for the most part, remains undiminished. The House of Windsor has had to adapt to increasing press and public scrutiny during this time, and accept that the days of unquestioning reverence have passed. The Royal Family remains deeply enshrined as an institution, providing a sense of enduring stability and order, and its contributions to our cultural and social history through charity work and official Royal engagements is undeniable. This book is a 'right royal' celebration of a truly remarkable family - a story told in pictures taken from the ar

From tours of historic parks,buildings,and gardens to tips on after-hours clubs,neighborhood eateries,and charming hotels,and charming hotels,here's an up-close look at over 100 must-see attractions that make the city by the bay unique. 101 Great Choices:San Francisco presents the city at ists best-but leaves the choices up to you.From the Golden Bridge,Coit Tower,and Alcatraz to the shopper's meccas of Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf to the sweetest dungeness crab at Swan's Oyster Depot,San Francisco and all its magnificent diversions are offered up for your pleasure in this one-of-a-kind guide.

Postwar Britain has seen vast swathes of the countryside developed and habitat destruction on an unprecedented scale.Even so, our tonsils, woodlands, hedgerows and rivers still teem with wildlife. This book celebrates the rich diversity of British wildlife, its mammals, birds, arthropods, reptiles and fish.Nearly 200 species are described in detail, with maps showing where each can be located, along with information on habitats and feeding habits. The life-cycles and behaviour of many of these creatures are an endless source of fascination. The salmon may spend up to four years at sea before returning to the river where it was born to spawn; the stratified order that can be seen in a honeybee colony is an extraordinary example of social cohesion; the cuckoo allows other birds to rear its young, the ultimate abdication of responsibility.indigenous to Britain.