Tracey Radford - Böcker

The largest of the Channel Islands, Jersey is situated 85 miles from the English coast and 14 miles from France. Even though it occupies just 45 square miles, the island has an abundance of history and culture, much of which stems from English and French influences. Notably, Jersey was occupied for five years by the enemy during the Second World War, together with the other Channel Islands. Today it is a popular destination for holidaymakers who are attracted by its location, heritage and stunning coastal scenery.In this book, local author and Blue Badge Guide Tracey Radford presents an engaging portrait of fifty of the island’s buildings and landmarks. Featuring many eras and a wide variety of structures and architectural styles, the buildings have been specifically chosen to create a framework around which a chronological exploration of Jersey’s development and story can be told. The places range from churches to castles, follies to forts and wartime sites to lighthouses. Each building’s description will give readers a valuable insight into the island’s past and, consequently, its present.Illustrated throughout, this accessible and informative guide will be of immense interest to residents and visitors alike.

Although it occupies just 45 square miles, Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands, and has a fascinating history that has links to both Britain and France. Officially known as the Bailiwick of Jersey, it is situated around 14 miles from France while the English coast is 85 miles away. As a British Crown dependency it is self-governing with its own financial and legal systems. Twelve parishes make up the island, with St Helier as its capital.In A–Z of Jersey, local author and Blue Badge Guide Tracey Radford takes readers on an engaging tour of the island to uncover its past and show how this has shaped its present. She looks at Jersey’s unusual relationship with the UK and France, its prehistory, local legends, language (Jèrriais) and the German occupation. Also included are the coast, cliffs and countryside, together with some significant and famous Jersey people. From the annual Battle of Flowers carnival to the eighteenth-century Battle of Jersey, from the Victorian actress Lillie Langtry to cross-Channel swimming heroine Sally Minty-Gravett MBE, and from Hollywood screenwriter Elinor Glyn to the Jersey Royal potato, this book highlights some wonderfully diverse aspects of island life and history.