Once Upon a Time in Great Britain : A Travel Guide to the Sights and Settings of Your Favorite Children's Stories
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Each year, more American families travel to England, Scotland and Ireland than any other foreign tourist destination. But how can parents keep young travelers engaged in their surroundings and interested in the trip? In Once Upon a Time in Great Britain, author Melanie Wentz provides information about attractions, restaurants, and other sights tied to dozens of beloved childrens books and authors throughout the British Isles and includes many of the books classic illustrations. Each chapter covers classics such as:Winnie the Pooh, Peter Rabbit (and other Beatrix Potter tales), and Paddington Bear for the younger tourists Alice in Wonderland and The Secret Garden for older kids C.S. Lewiss Chronicles of Narnia Series and J.K. Rowlings Harry Potter books for all readers. Wentz also helps travelers make the most of visits to the towns and other sights that inspired the magical worlds of such authors as Roald Dahl, J.R.R. Tolkien and Dr. Dolittles Hugh Lofting, among many others. From parents who grew up on Wind in the Willows and Peter Pan to kids who thrill to Babe or Harry Potter, this book will make the family trip to England a hit for the whole family.
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| 11-12-03 | 4 | 2\2 |
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The woods where C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien used to walk together, the coffee shop where J. K. Rowling began her work on the Harry Potter series, the house that inspired the Borrowers, the locations of The 101 Dalmatians...
It is apparent from reading this book that the author spent a great deal of time researching the topics covered. The byline indicates that she spent a year with her family exploring England and Scotland. Fans of the books covered will enjoy the brief (1-2 page) biographies and the descriptions of the locations. This is what some call an "armchair travel" book: you can enjoy it without ever traveling to the locations. I can't comment on the accuracy, because I have not visited any of the locations described. This is not a slick travel book brimming with pictures; it's a soft-cover printed on relatively inexpensive paper. I enjoyed the biographies and site descriptions and I'm sure there are many others out there who will as well. (Review Data Last Updated: 2008-11-01 05:19:56 EST)
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| 08-18-03 | 4 | 2\3 |
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This is a great book for anyone who wants to plan a trip around, or include in their trip, sights related to favorite children's books. She even includes some of the books that are not as well-known in the US such as The Borrowers, Green Knowe and Greyfriars Bobby. Double check the details before you go, however, as some things have changed since publication. For example, the exhibit of children's manuscripts at the British Library is no longer there, sadly.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2006-06-26 02:22:18 EST)
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| 04-06-03 | 3 | 4\5 |
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Written by a teacher who spent a year in England and Scotland with her family visited the sights mentioned in various kids' books. Not being from that area it is fun to visit the England that you are looking for whether it is the old Roman Empire or Shakespeare. For kids this book carries you through the England and Scotland of fairytales and stories. Each site has a small blurb and a black and white sketch. There are a few monochrome photos but there is nothing consistent. It may be useful for a starting point.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2006-06-26 02:22:18 EST)
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