The Polite Tourist

The Polite Tourist A History of Country House Visiting

Hardback (24 Sep 1998)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Country house visiting is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities. It is, moreover, an activity that can boast a surprisingly long history. This book examines how the idea of a national heritage has developed over the last five centuries.

Book information

ISBN: 9780707802244
Publisher: National Trust
Imprint: National Trust
Pub date:
DEWEY: 914.104
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 224
Weight: 1177g
Height: 246mm
Width: 222mm
Spine width: 24mm