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La Vraie SérieSéries

Cette série propose des guides originaux des villes, bourgades et régions de Grande-Bretagne. Écrit par des auteurs qui connaissent intimement ces lieux, chaque volume offre une perspective authentique et sans fard. Les lecteurs découvriront des trésors cachés et l'envers du décor, loin des sentiers battus. C'est idéal pour ceux qui cherchent une connexion plus profonde avec le paysage et la culture britanniques.

Real Wrexham
Real Cardiff
Real Liverpool
Real Swansea
Real Cardiff Two
Real Newport

Ordre de lecture recommandé

  • Real Newport

    • 176pages
    • 7 heures de lecture
    3,0(1)Évaluer

    Britain’s youngest city as you’ve never seen it before. Just another Victorian port or an Elizabethan maritime centre? A featureless South Wales town or a growing city on the verge of massive and original redevelopment? The “new Seattle” (Paul Flynn) or a haven for single mothers working the system (John Redwood)?From the splendour of Tredegar House to the towering presence of the Celtic Manor Resort, from the bland sixties shopping centre to the bizarre centenarian Transporter Bridge, from the decline of the football team to the continuing proud tradition at Rodney Parade, it’s a place full of contradictions and characters. Join Ann Drysdale in her offbeat exploration of Newport – old and new – and its people.

    Real Newport

  • Real Cardiff Two

    • 200pages
    • 7 heures de lecture
    4,4(3)Évaluer

    A further alternative illustrated guide to Cardiff offering interesting information about the past and present of the outlying areas of the city, their streets, churches and pubs, railways and industries, place names and famous personalities. A sequel to Real Cardiff. 78 black-and-white photographs and 3 maps.

    Real Cardiff Two

  • Real Swansea

    • 264pages
    • 10 heures de lecture
    4,8(5)Évaluer

    In Real Swansea Two Nigel Jenkins takes a further look at the people, places and history of Swansea, starting from his own experiences of Wales's second city, in a richly illustrated book written with insight, humour and an eye for the unusual.

    Real Swansea

  • Real Liverpool

    • 208pages
    • 8 heures de lecture
    4,0(3)Évaluer

    A quirky and frank depiction of Liverpool, in which the author considers its maritime and merchant histories, class divisions, sectarian divides, Celtic influences, and the siege mentality underpinning the celebrated Scouse humour. Written with a strong autobiographical element, the author tells his own story and interviews many people connected to the city.

    Real Liverpool

  • Real Cardiff

    • 188pages
    • 7 heures de lecture
    4,0(12)Évaluer

    Blending history and topographical insights, this unique travel guide to Cardiff offers an engaging exploration of the city. It highlights both renowned Victorian architecture and lesser-known gems like lost rivers, a Roman fort, and medieval churches. Enhanced by quirky photographs and poems, the book combines informative content with a touch of humor, making it an entertaining resource for both visitors and locals looking to discover the city's hidden treasures.

    Real Cardiff

  • Real Wrexham

    • 208pages
    • 8 heures de lecture
    5,0(2)Évaluer

    Exploring the rich tapestry of Wrexham, this guidebook intertwines personal narratives with historical and cultural insights. It delves into the town's unique position at the intersection of Welsh and English identities, as well as its transition from heavy industry to a post-industrial landscape. Highlighting notable features like Wrexham lager, a celebrated football club, and St. Giles' church, the work reveals the town's diverse heritage and significance, offering a captivating look at both its civic and personal histories.

    Real Wrexham

  • Real South Pembrokeshire

    • 231pages
    • 9 heures de lecture

    Merging guidebook with historical account as well as lore with memoir, this volume travels to western Wales--from the coastal resorts of Tenby and Saundersfoot, west to Stackpole and Barafundle, and north to Landsker, the cultural boundary between the English-speaking south and the Welsh-speaking north. As it views the area through the perspectives of both local and tourist, this account integrates personal anecdotes into the narrative of the region's history, while also capturing South Pembrokeshire's current culture and landscape.

    Real South Pembrokeshire

  • Real Aberystwyth

    • 208pages
    • 8 heures de lecture
    3,6(8)Évaluer

    Aberystwyth is a vibrant Welsh town characterized by its bilingual community, rich history, and diverse population, including students and long-term residents. The guidebook explores its evolution from medieval origins to Victorian prominence, highlighting notable landmarks like the National Library of Wales and its unique cultural blend. The author intertwines personal experiences with historical insights, creating a captivating narrative that balances the ordinary with the extraordinary, making it an engaging read for both locals and visitors alike.

    Real Aberystwyth

  • Real Llanelli

    4,0(2)Évaluer

    Broadcaster, journalist and writer Jon Gower proves well-equipped to explore Llanelli and its culture in both languages in an entertaining book full of fresh insights and fascinating stories. From Burry Port to Trimsaran: it's all there.

    Real Llanelli

  • Real Cardiff Three

    • 220pages
    • 8 heures de lecture
    3,7(3)Évaluer

    The narrative delves into postindustrial Cardiff, intertwining historical insights with personal stories to reflect on the city's transformation. It captures the juxtaposition of modern developments against the backdrop of forgotten railways, offering a blend of nostalgia, humor, and poignant observations. Through its exploration of the people and places that shape Cardiff, this installment of the trilogy provides a vivid commentary on the evolving landscape and the emotional resonance of urban change.

    Real Cardiff Three