The Coasts of East Anglia


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East Anglian Coast


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This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the East Anglian Coast has changed and developed over the last century.




This Luminous Coast


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Over the course of a year, Jules Pretty walked along the shoreline of East Anglia in southeastern England, eventually exploring four hundred miles on foot (and another hundred miles by boat). It is a coast and a culture that is about to be lost—not yet, perhaps, but soon—to rising tides and industrial sprawl. This Luminous Coast takes the reader with him on his journey over land and water; over sea walls of dried grass, beside stretched fields of golden crops, alongside white sails gliding across the intricate lacework of invisible creeks and estuaries, under vast skies that are home to curlews and redshanks and the outpourings of skylarks.East Anglia's coastline is as much a human landscape as it is a natural one, and Pretty is equally perceptive about the region's cultural heritage and its "industrial wild": fishing villages and the modern seaside resorts, family farms and oil refineries, pleasure piers and concrete seawalls, cozy pubs and military installations. Through words and photographs, Pretty interweaves stories of the land and sea with people past and present. He is a passionate and sensitive guide to a region in transition, under stress, and perhaps even doomed, as finely attuned to its history as he is to its unique sensory world.




East Anglia and Its North Sea World in the Middle Ages


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This collection of essays discusses East Anglia in the context of a medieval maritime framework and explores the extent to which there was a distinctive community bound together by the shared frontier of the North Sea during the Middle Ages. It brings together the work of a range of international scholars and includes contributions from the disciplines of history, archaeology, art history and literary studies.




East Anglia and the East Coast Railways


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Stunning previously unpublished photographs documenting the end of steam railways in the East Anglia area.







PHOTOGRAPHING EAST ANGLIA


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The Rings of Saturn


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"The book is like a dream you want to last forever" (Roberta Silman, The New York Times Book Review), now with a gorgeous new cover by the famed designer Peter Mendelsund A masterwork of W. G. Sebald, now with a gorgeous new cover by the famed designer Peter Mendelsund The Rings of Saturn—with its curious archive of photographs—records a walking tour of the eastern coast of England. A few of the things which cross the path and mind of its narrator (who both is and is not Sebald) are lonely eccentrics, Sir Thomas Browne’s skull, a matchstick model of the Temple of Jerusalem, recession-hit seaside towns, wooded hills, Joseph Conrad, Rembrandt’s "Anatomy Lesson," the natural history of the herring, the massive bombings of WWII, the dowager Empress Tzu Hsi, and the silk industry in Norwich. W.G. Sebald’s The Emigrants (New Directions, 1996) was hailed by Susan Sontag as an "astonishing masterpiece perfect while being unlike any book one has ever read." It was "one of the great books of the last few years," noted Michael Ondaatje, who now acclaims The Rings of Saturn "an even more inventive work than its predecessor, The Emigrants."




East Anglia Travel Guide


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East Anglia, a region in the eastern part of England, is steeped in rich history, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant cultural offerings. The area comprises four counties: Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, and parts of Essex. Often regarded as one of the most scenic regions in the UK, it offers a diverse mix of coastal beauty, rural charm, and urban sophistication. From the tranquil waters of the Norfolk Broads to the historic colleges of Cambridge, East Anglia is a region that appeals to a wide range of visitors. What truly sets East Anglia apart is its balance between history and modernity. Medieval towns like Norwich and Bury St. Edmunds offer a glimpse into England's past, while cities like Cambridge and Ipswich pulse with innovation and contemporary culture. Whether you are drawn to the ancient cathedrals, the serene coastal paths, or the lively art scenes, East Anglia provides a perfect setting for exploration. Notably, East Anglia also plays a significant role in British agriculture, contributing greatly to the country's farming output. This aspect of its economy shapes not only the region's landscape but also its culinary culture. The fresh produce, local cheeses, and freshly caught seafood found in East Anglia's markets and restaurants are a testament to the region's deep connection with the land and sea. In this travel guide, we will explore the many facets of East Anglia, from its rich history to its modern-day attractions. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or an extended stay, this guide will help you discover the best East Anglia has to offer.