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Author : Sally Jennings
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780986926419
Total Pages : 46 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (264 download)
Download or read book The Story of the Fairmont Empress written by Sally Jennings and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Terry Reksten
Publisher : Douglas & McIntyre Limited
ISBN 13 : 9781553651925
Total Pages : 152 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (519 download)
Download or read book The Fairmont Empress written by Terry Reksten and published by Douglas & McIntyre Limited. This book was released on 2008 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A celebration of a Victoria landmark, The Empress Hotel, in honour of its one-hundredth birthday. Based on archival records, memoirs, reminiscences, newspaper accounts and over a hundred interviews, this book is the first full account of the glorious life and times of one the world's legendary hotels: Victoria's Fairmont Empress. Like its famous siblings the Banff Springs Hotel, the Royal York and the Chateau Lake Louise, the Empress, built in 1908 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, was designed to accommodate wealthy world travellers. It was the centre of social life in Victoria. Its guests ranged from Hollywood stars such as Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, John Wayne and Shirley Temple and reigning monarchs such as the King of Siam, the Prince of Wales and Queen Elizabeth ii, to characters like Florence French, who lived there for forty-two years and drove an electric car at a top speed of six miles an hour. Today, the Empress remains a destination for afternoon tea, served in the classic, Edwardian tradition. Rosemary Neering-who has written about the Canadian west for more than twenty years-adds a chapter to this developing story, which delves into the hotel's evolution as it adapts to the changing landscape of the twenty-first century.
Author : Ian Gibbs
Publisher : TouchWood Editions
ISBN 13 : 1771512148
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (715 download)
Download or read book Victoria's Most Haunted written by Ian Gibbs and published by TouchWood Editions. This book was released on 2017-04-25 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ghost stories from Canada’s most haunted city, including tales from iconic sites such as the Empress hotel, Hatley Castle, and Ross Bay Cemetery. Beautiful, charming Victoria is world renowned for its seaside attractions, flourishing gardens, and breathtaking ocean views. But looming behind its picture-perfect façade is a city shrouded in mystery, with restless, disembodied beings that whisper ghastly tales of mystery, violence, and horror. Known as British Columbia’s most haunted city, Victoria is teeming with a plethora of spirits. Through this brand-new collection of disturbing tales, you’ll come face to face with: The Grey Lady who chills hotel guests to the bone A decorated World War I soldier who protects tenants from something sinister An inconsolable child who haunts the pool area of a defunct hotel The blood-soaked spectre who runs through the infamous Fan Tan Alley to escape capture The ghost of Robert Johnson, who perpetually re-enacts his own suicide The phantom of a cranky hermit who plagues a beautiful lake house A spinster who gives tours of her childhood home And many more Get to know Victoria’s best-known hauntings along with some you may have not have heard before.
Author : Ray Chatelin
Publisher : The Countryman Press
ISBN 13 : 1581570279
Total Pages : 337 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (815 download)
Download or read book Explorer's Guide The Seattle & Vancouver Book written by Ray Chatelin and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2005-06-07 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book reveals the differences between Seattle and Vancouver as well as the similarities of the two cities, and it serves as an exuberant and insightful guide to discovering and enjoying their unique offerings. Included is contact information for lodging, dining, shopping, and recreational activities plus a calendar of events, photos, and maps.
Author : Tanika Gupta
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1350428590
Total Pages : 129 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (54 download)
Download or read book The Empress written by Tanika Gupta and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2023-07-21 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee, 1887. At East London's Tilbury Docks, Rani Das and Abdul Karim step ashore after the long voyage from India. One has to battle a society who deems her a second-class citizen; the other forges an astonishing entanglement with the ageing Queen Victoria who finds herself enchanted by stories of an India over which she rules, but has never seen. Through narrative, music and song, The Empress blends the true story of Queen Victoria's controversial relationship with her Indian servant and 'Munshi' (teacher), Abdul Karim, with the experiences of Indian ayahs who came to Britain during the 19th century. With private romance being mapped onto world history, the action cuts between the ship and different royal residences, offering bright contrasts as well as surprising affinities. In doing so, the play uncovers remarkable unknown stories of 19th-century Britain and charts the growth of Indian nationalism and the romantic proclivities of one of Britain's most surprising monarchs. This revised edition was published to coincide with the revival at the RSC in summer 2023.
Author : Muriel Moffat
Publisher : Douglas & McIntyre
ISBN 13 : 177100052X
Total Pages : 74 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (71 download)
Download or read book Afternoon Tea written by Muriel Moffat and published by Douglas & McIntyre. This book was released on 2013-03-12 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A historical look at the tradition of serving afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel in Victoria.
Author : Robin Esrock
Publisher : Dundurn
ISBN 13 : 145973050X
Total Pages : 153 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (597 download)
Download or read book The Great Canadian Prairies Bucket List written by Robin Esrock and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2016-02-06 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Renowned travel writer and TV host Robin Esrock has explored every inch of Canada’s Prairies to craft the definitive Bucket List. From food and culture to nature and adrenaline rushes, Robin has the inspiration and information you’ll need to follow in his footsteps and discover everything Manitoba and Saskatchewan have to offer.
Author : Martin Segger
Publisher : Associated Resource Consultants
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)
Download or read book The British Columbia Parliament Buildings written by Martin Segger and published by Associated Resource Consultants. This book was released on 1979 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Jack C. Richards
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107651808
Total Pages : 145 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (76 download)
Download or read book Interchange Level 2 Video Resource Book written by Jack C. Richards and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2011-11-28 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interchange Third edition is a four-level series for adult and young-adult learners of English from the beginning to the high-intermediate level.
Author : Barbara Chisholm
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781894073141
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (731 download)
Download or read book Castles of the North written by Barbara Chisholm and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Castles of the North celebrates the magnificent history of Canada's grand hotels, buildings that are among the country's most recognized and storied landmarks. In Quebec City, the Chateau Frontenac defines the skyline; in the Rockies, the Banff Springs entices visitors to dramatic scenery. Though overshadowed by towering bank buildings, the Royal York in Toronto still holds its own. Some of Canada's earliest tourist draws, the historic grand hotels were also at the social heart of emerging cities from coast to coast.
Author : Terry Reksten
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781771620482
Total Pages : 184 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (24 download)
Download or read book The Fairmont Empress written by Terry Reksten and published by . This book was released on 2008-02-23 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A celebration of a Victoria landmark, The Empress Hotel, in honour of its one-hundredth birthday. Based on archival records, memoirs, reminiscences, newspaper accounts and over a hundred interviews, this book is the first full account of the glorious life and times of one the world's legendary hotels: Victoria's Fairmont Empress. Like its famous siblings the Banff Springs Hotel, the Royal York and the Chateau Lake Louise, the Empress, built in 1908 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, was designed to accommodate wealthy world travellers. It was the centre of social life in Victoria. Its guests ranged from Hollywood stars such as Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, John Wayne and Shirley Temple and reigning monarchs such as the King of Siam, the Prince of Wales and Queen Elizabeth ii, to characters like Florence French, who lived there for forty-two years and drove an electric car at a top speed of six miles an hour. Today, the Empress remains a destination for afternoon tea, served in the classic, Edwardian tradition. Rosemary Neering-who has written about the Canadian west for more than twenty years-adds a chapter to this developing story, which delves into the hotel's evolution as it adapts to the changing landscape of the twenty-first century.
Author : John Walls
Publisher : Heritage House Publishing Co
ISBN 13 : 1926613767
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (266 download)
Download or read book Celebrating Victoria written by John Walls and published by Heritage House Publishing Co. This book was released on 2010-07 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to Victoria, Canada's most beautiful city. Explore the bustling Inner Harbour area, where hotels, shops and restaurants abound. Admire First Nations art at Thunderbird Park and see world-class exhibits in the Royal BC Museum. Amble the paths of Beacon Hill Park and watch goats frolic at its popular petting zoo. Revel in the beauty of The Butchart Gardens, one of the most magnificent show gardens in the world. You'll see why Victoria is one of Canada's top tourist destinations, and this keepsake book will let you relive your visit time and again.
Author : Carolyn B. Heller
Publisher : Moon Travel
ISBN 13 : 1640491953
Total Pages : 629 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (44 download)
Download or read book Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip written by Carolyn B. Heller and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2019-06-04 with total page 629 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the ocean to the mountains, go off the beaten path and into the heart of Western Canada with Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip. Eat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: With lists of the best trails, views, and more, you can hike the Rocky Mountains, canoe in Lake Louise, and snorkel with seals in the Pacific. Explore one of Vancouver's many parks, soak up the surfer vibe in Tofino, or go wine-tasting in the Okanagan Flexible Itineraries: Drive the entire two-week road trip or follow strategic routes like a week-long drive along the coast of British Columbia, as well as suggestions for spending time in Victoria, Vancouver, Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, and the Okanagan Maps and Driving Tools: 49 easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, detailed directions for the entire route, and full-color photos throughout Local Expertise: Seasoned road-tripper and Canadian Carolyn B. Heller shares her passion for the mountains, shores, and rich history of Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies How to Plan Your Trip: Know when and where to get gas and how to avoid traffic, plus tips for driving in different road and weather conditions and suggestions for LGBTQ travelers, seniors, and road-trippers with kids With Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip's practical tips, flexible itineraries, and local know-how, you're ready to fill up the tank and hit the road. Looking to explore more of North America on wheels? Try Moon Pacific Northwest Road Trip. Hanging out for a while? Check out Moon Vancouver, Moon British Columbia, or Moon Canadian Rockies.
Author : Robert Amos
Publisher : TouchWood Editions
ISBN 13 : 1771513373
Total Pages : 89 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (715 download)
Download or read book The E. J. Hughes Book of Boats written by Robert Amos and published by TouchWood Editions. This book was released on 2020-10-27 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the 2021 BC and Yukon Book Prizes' Bill Duthie Booksellers' Choice Award Boat lovers of all ages and people who enjoy the scenery of BC’s coast will delight in this charming gift book, a worthy addition to books about BC’s art history. In the course of his career, one of BC’s most beloved painters, E. J. Hughes (1913–2007), depicted paddle wheelers, steamships, fishing boats, and car ferries. Now The E. J. Hughes Book of Boats brings many of his coastal paintings of boats together in one handsome volume—a book for art lovers and boating enthusiasts alike. Robert Amos is the official biographer of E. J. Hughes, and works with the participation of the Estate of E. J. Hughes. The Book of Boats follows the success of his two geographically-based volumes, E. J. Hughes Paints Vancouver Island (2018) and E. J. Hughes Paints British Columbia (2019). This new compendium features never-before-seen sketches and photographs accompanying full-page illustrations of some of the artist’s finest works.
Author : Cheryl Alexander
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1771603747
Total Pages : 193 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (716 download)
Download or read book Takaya written by Cheryl Alexander and published by Rocky Mountain Books Ltd. This book was released on 2020-09-29 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An enchanting and evocative look at the unique relationship between a solitary, island-dwelling wolf and a renowned wildlife photographer. A lone wild wolf lives on a small group of uninhabited islands in British Columbia's Salish Sea, surrounded by freighter, oil tanker and other boat traffic and in close proximity to a large urban area. His name is Takaya, which is the Coast Salish First Nations people's word for wolf. Cheryl Alexander studied and documented this unique wolf for years, unravelling the many mysteries surrounding his life. Her documentation of Takaya's journey, his life on the islands and the development of their deep connection is presented alongside a stunning collection of her photography. Through journal entries, interviews, and a stunning collection of photography, Takaya: Lone Wolf addresses a number of profound questions and tells a story that is certain to inspire, enlighten, and touch the heart. It is the story of a wild animal, alone yet at peace.
Author : Muriel Moffat
Publisher : D & M Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1771000538
Total Pages : 74 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (71 download)
Download or read book Afternoon Tea written by Muriel Moffat and published by D & M Publishers. This book was released on 2012-07-20 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A delectable peek at the tradition of afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel -- and the enchanting history of taking tea Muriel Moffat has been sipping tea at Victoria's storied Empress Hotel for 60 years -- and sharing all those lovely cups with four generations of Moffats. When she poured her love of all things tea into a darling little book, it soon became a bestseller, with 30,000 copies sold from the shelves of the Empress gift shop in just five years. Beautifully redesigned and ready for its book trade debut, Afternoon Tea offers a peek behind the curtain at the magnificent hotel, where afternoon tea has been taken with elegance and gourmet indulgence since 1908. Included are several well-loved recipes from the Tea Lobby, which has hosted the likes of Queen Elizabeth II, Rudyard Kipling and Shirley Temple. This charming book is also a chatty and colourful history of tea and the many rituals surrounding it, sure to entertain the novice and enthusiast alike. Steeped in a love of traditions, Ms. Moffat's beloved book celebrates a littleknown ritual that may just be the foundation of everything worthy -- family, friends and, of course, tea.
Author : Tiffany Mayer
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1625850654
Total Pages : 205 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (258 download)
Download or read book Niagara Food written by Tiffany Mayer and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2014-09-02 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A look at the history and culture of food, wine, and culinary culture in southern Ontario's Niagara region. The Niagara region has a unique culinary history and tradition. From its mild microclimate that supports the cultivation of tender fruits -- peaches, cherries, and more -- to its role as the birthplace of the Canadian wine industry and home to a new generation of trailblazing chefs and restaurateurs, the Niagara region boasts a food and wine heritage that rivals any in North America. Niagara food writer, advocate, and activist Tiffany Mayer provides a thoughtful look at the many elements of Niagara's culinary past and present, including the planting of the first orchards and vineyards, the rise and fall of the local canning industry, the artisans responsible for crafting the region's most beloved food products, and the Greenbelt Act, which protects more than a million acres of the area's most precious agricultural land.
