Great Britain - Understand Great Britain & Survival Guide (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
All the info you need on everything from history, architecture, food and drink to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet...you name it. Get hints on eating your way around Britain and tips for appreciating the architecture, the arts and the sporting world, as well as a handy glossary.
a rundown on the British arts including: literature, cinema, television and music
info on the architectural heritage which stretches back more than three millennia
full coverage of the various spectator sports
details on the diverse landscapes across Britain
Coverage includes: Great Britain Today, History, The British Table: Eating in Britain, The Full British, Regional Specialities, Eating Out, Drinking in Britain and Food & Drink Glossary, Architecture in Britain: Early Foundations, Bronze Age & Iron Age, The Roman Era, Medieval Masterpieces, Stately Homes, Victoriana, Industrialisation, Postwar Pains & Pride and 21st Century, The Arts in Britain: Literature, Cinema, Pop & Rock Music, Painting & Sculpture and Theatre, The British Landscape: Location, Location, Location, National Parks, Wildlife, Plants and Environmental Issues, Sporting Britain: Football (Soccer), Rugby, Cricket, Horse Racing and Tennis, Directory A–Z, Transport and Glossary.