A Christmas In The Alps

Author : Melody Carlson
Publisher : Revell
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781493431953

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A Christmas in the Alps by Melody Carlson Pdf

After a time of heartache and loss, Simone Winthrop discovers a tantalizing letter from her French great-grandmother, which seems to suggest that she is heir to a family treasure. Ever practical, Simone assumes the claim is baseless, but her best friend encourages her to find out for sure. Despite her deep-rooted fear of flying, Simone boards a jet to travel to Paris at Christmastime to uncover the truth. During the long flight, Simone meets the charming Kyle Larsson, who's on his way to France to become an apprentice clockmaker. Though they abruptly part ways, an unexpected rendezvous in the French Alps at Simone's family's clock factory may lead to the discovery of the family treasure . . . and so much more. For anyone who is wearying of staying home, Melody Carlson invites you to spend Christmas with her in the beautiful French Alps this year. So pull on your mittens, tie your scarf tight, and prepare yourself for a magical mountain holiday.

Author : Melody Carlson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0800741358

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A Christmas in the Alps by Melody Carlson Pdf

After a time of heartache and loss, Simone Winthrop discovers a tantalizing letter from her French great-grandmother, which seems to suggest that she is heir to a family treasure. Ever practical, Simone assumes the claim is baseless, but her best friend encourages her to find out for sure. Despite her deep-rooted fear of flying, Simone boards a jet to travel to Paris at Christmastime to uncover the truth. During the long flight, Simone meets the charming Kyle Larsson, who's on his way to France to become an apprentice clockmaker. Though they abruptly part ways, an unexpected rendezvous in the French Alps at Simone's family's clock factory may lead to the discovery of the family treasure . . . and so much more.

Author : Tait Keller
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781469625041

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Apostles of the Alps by Tait Keller Pdf

Though the Alps may appear to be a peaceful place, the famed mountains once provided the backdrop for a political, environmental, and cultural battle as Germany and Austria struggled to modernize. Tait Keller examines the mountains' threefold role in transforming the two countries, as people sought respite in the mountains, transformed and shaped them according to their needs, and over time began to view them as national symbols and icons of individualism. In the mid-nineteenth century, the Alps were regarded as a place of solace from industrial development and the stresses of urban life. Soon, however, mountaineers, or the so-called apostles of the Alps, began carving the crags to suit their whims, altering the natural landscape with trails and lodges, and seeking to modernize and nationalize the high frontier. Disagreements over the meaning of modernization opened the mountains to competing agendas and hostile ambitions. Keller examines the ways in which these opposing approaches corresponded to the political battles, social conflicts, culture wars, and environmental crusades that shaped modern Germany and Austria, placing the Alpine borderlands at the heart of the German question of nationhood.

Author : Ernest Hemingway
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1987-09-01
Category : Authors
ISBN : 1556280262

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Christmas on the roof of the world by Ernest Hemingway Pdf

Author : Marco Romelli
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 8885468268

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Ice Routes in the Alps by Marco Romelli Pdf

Author : Andrew Beattie
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2006-11-09
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780199726394

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The Alps by Andrew Beattie Pdf

The Alps are Europe's highest mountain range: their broad arc stretches right across the center of the continent, encompassing a wide range of traditions and cultures. Andrew Beattie explores the turbulent past and vibrant present of this landscape, where early pioneers of tourism, mountaineering, and scientific research, along with the enduring legacies of historical regimes from the Romans to the Nazis, have all left their mark.

Author : John Murray (Firm)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1886
Category : Alps
ISBN : HARVARD:HNNXUL

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A Handbook for Travellers in Switzerland, the Alps of Savoy and Piedmont, the Italian Lakes, and Part of Dauphiné by John Murray (Firm) Pdf

Author : Krista Dana
Publisher : Hunter Publishing, Inc
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2004-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1588433919

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Adventure Guide to the Alps by Krista Dana Pdf

Annotation Switzerland, Germany, Italy, France, Austria -- the Alps extend through them all and this guide shows you how to experience their excitement and beauty. A native of the German Alps, the author explores the history, flora, fauna, people and culture, foods, festivals, adventures. Cortina, St. Moritz, Innsbruck, Chamonix, Milan, Zermatt, Intertaken and Venice are just a few of the magical spots you will visit.

Author : T.A. Williams
Publisher : Canelo
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2018-08-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781788630955

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Dreaming of Christmas by T.A. Williams Pdf

It’s the dream Christmas: snow, mountains... and, er, an ex-boyfriend. But can Zoe still find love in the Alps? Dumped on Christmas Eve by her long-term boyfriend, it’s been a rough year for Zoe Lumsley. But then she gets an invitation she can’t refuse: an all expenses paid skiing holiday with old university friends. The bad news: her ex, Grant, will be there with his new girlfriend. But so will her former flatmate Billy, the organiser, and in the meantime he’s done rather well for himself. As Christmas in the Alps approaches, it’ll be great to see the old gang. Some more than others... Perfect for readers of Tilly Tenant, Holly Martin and Philippa Ashley, this is a magical festive getaway from the bestselling T.A. Williams. Praise for Dreaming of Christmas: ‘I absolutely loved this one. T.A. Williams is a favourite of mine and this might be one of his best books yet. The setting and characters were perfect and I can’t wait to reread this one again sometime soon’ 5 star rating – NetGalley Reviewer – Taryn Lawrence ‘T.A. never fails to please. His descriptions take you with him and his characters on their journey. I fell in love with them the scenery and the story. Just perfect’ 5 star rating – Author/Blogger review – Raven McAllan ‘Dreaming of Florence will be one of the reading highlights of 2018 for me. An engrossing, cozy and heartwarming read.’ 5 star rating – NetGalley Reviewer – Sabine Foster ‘T.A. Williams has the ability to transport the reader to whatever part of the world he wants to take them to with the simplest of words. Yet the way he weaves those words together will have you seeing exactly what he wants you to. Another brilliant story’ 5 star rating – NetGalley Reviewer – Fiona Wilson ‘I love T.A. Williams books. This one was really good and kept hooked since the beginning. A very entertaining and enjoyable read. Strongly recommended.’ 5 star rating – NetGalley Reviewer – Anna Maria Giacassomo

Author : F. F. Roget
Publisher : anboco
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-06-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9783736419933

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Ski-runs in the High Alps by F. F. Roget Pdf

In 1905, when nearer fifty than forty, had I not been the happy father of a girl of seven I should have had no occasion to write this book. I bought, for her to play with, a pair of small ski in deal, which I remember cost nine francs. For myself I bought a rough pair, on which to fetch and bring her back to shore if the small ship foundered. No sooner had I equipped myself, standing, as a Newfoundland dog, on the brink of the waves, ready to rescue a child from snow peril, than I was born again into a ski-runner. Since, I have devoted some of my spare time to revisiting—in winter—the passes and peaks of Switzerland. The bringing of the ski to Switzerland ushered in the "New Mountaineering," of which a few specimens seek in these pages the favour of the general public. The reader may notice that I never spell "ski" with an s in the plural, because it is quite unnecessary. One may stand on one ski, and one may stand on both ski. The s adds nothing to intelligibility. Nor do I ever pronounce ski otherwise than I write it. There is in ski the k that appears in skipper and in skiff. Though cultured Germans say Schiff and Schiffer, the k sound of ski is quite good Norse. It has been preserved in the French esquif, of same origin. The i should be pronounced long as in "tree." So let us always say s-k-ee and write ski for both numbers. Saas-Fee.

Author : Katharina Afflerbach
Publisher : Eden Books - ein Verlag der Edel Verlagsgruppe
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-19
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9783959102728

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Wanderlust: A Mountain Pasture in the Swiss Alps by Katharina Afflerbach Pdf

A young, successful woman wants out - out of her hectic city life and into the quiet life on an alp in the Swiss mountains. Over three summers, Katharina Afflerbach learns what it means to lead a life determined by animals, physical labor and wind and weather: milking goats at half past five in the morning, bringing cattle to pasture, making cheese, mowing hay and felling trees. From sunrise to sunset there is work to do, everyone must be able to rely on each other, and work and life go hand in hand. While the pull of the mountains has Katharina firmly under control, she loses her little brother in a tragic accident three weeks before her third summer in the Alps. Between mountain and valley she seeks and finds comfort in nature, with the animals and the close, cordial alpine community. She comes back strengthened, with a new view of her life and her future. This is a book that encourages you to break new ground and discover exciting sides to yourself.

Author : John Ball
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 706 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1870
Category : Alps
ISBN : NYPL:33433006691285

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A Guide to the Eastern Alps [with Introduction]. by John Ball Pdf

Author : Marco Romelli,Valentino Cividini
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 889729958X

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4000 M Peaks of the Alps. Normal and Classic Routes by Marco Romelli,Valentino Cividini Pdf

Author : Christian Brunner
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2015-08-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781312995192

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Mountain Magic : Celtic Shamanism in the Austrian Alps by Christian Brunner Pdf

Christian F. Brunner, author of several books on shamanism in the Alps, has practiced ancient healing methods for over twenty years. He is also a Druid in the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids, contributing regularly to the Order's monthly magazine, ""Touchstone."" The author invites you to take a stroll with him through his beloved Alps, where myths and folk customs still sing of the people who lived there in antiquity, the Celts. Walk with the author along the narrow ridge between history and otherworld, which we encounter behind many a jagged rock, in a deep forest, or dark cave. We will meet giants there, mystical ladies, and the Kasermandl; and all have fascinating stories to tell. Learn what the Alpine people of old thought about Vervain and how ancient magical spells connected folks on continent with their brethren on the British Isles. And finally, you can go with Christian Brunner on a shamanic journey to Mutter Perchtl and thus participate in the remembrance of the Great Goddess.

Author : John Ball
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1873
Category : Alps
ISBN : PRNC:32101073404137

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Styrian, Carnic and Julian Alps by John Ball Pdf