Continental Book Company
ILLUSTRATED AND TRAVEL BOOKS

TA7379 - ALPINE INTERIORS $39.95
B. Wedkind, 285 pp. Hardcover.ISBN:9783822877371
400 stunning photographs take you on a tour of alpine homes ranging from chalets to elegant manor houses. You are introduced to the beauty of interior design and architecture as well as the residents' unique lifestyle with text written in English, German and French. A superb gift for anyone!

PRE2990 - BERLIN: A CENTURY OF CHANGE $45.95
N. Ascherson. Softcover, 120 pp. ISBN:9783791322995
Written in English and German, and accompanied by over 200 color and black-and-white photographs, this book examines the changes in Berlin via the diverse and fascinating perspectives of its citizens. Traveling from heyday of pre-war Berlin, the rise and fall of the Third Reich, post-war structures, to the building and destruction of the Wall, this book depicts the upheavals, tragedies, and thriumphs of Berlin.

DAE8195 - GERMAN MODERN: Graphic Design from Wilhelm to Weimar. $18.95
S. Heller, L. Fili. Softcover, 132 pp. ISBN:9780811818193
The Germans participated in European artistic movements such as Expressionism, New Typography, and Dadaism further advancing the graphic design fad known as German Modern. More than 200 color reproductions of posters, advertisements, typefaces, letterheads, stamps, paper money, etc., offer a glimpse into the Art Deco world of German graphic design.

PRE6465 - BERLIN HEUTE-TODAY $38.95
C. Kruse. Softcover, 96 pp. ISBN:9783791326467
After years of division and strife, the newly unified Berlin is undergoing architectural restructuring. Presenting the new face of this German capital, this book focuses on 35 distinct areeas of the city, including the former west, the new center, and the government district. Stunning photographs depict the great contrast between the old and new face of Berlin. Written in German, English, and French for travelers.


TRAVEL BOOKS

INSIGHT GUIDES Each $24.95
Softcover. Each of these remarkable travel guides offers a wealth of information. Through delightful essays and numerous enthralling full color photographs, you will discover important aspects of each area's history, life, culture, and people. You will also find descriptions of the destination's attractions and museums, and helpful travel tips with essential contact addresses and phone numbers, as well as restaurant and hotel listings. City and country maps which are cross-referenced to the text are also included.

LONELY PLANET
Softcover.
Do you want to explore Newschwantstein castle? Take a stroll through Munich's Marienplatz? Celebrate Octoberfest at a café in Berlin? Whatever you desire, don't forget to bring your Lonely Planet Guide! Consdered the "Bible" of guides among world travelers. Each updated edition contains colorful pictures & easy-to-use maps, the latest attraction & entertainment spots.

  • LO0139 - Bavaria $17.99
  • LO0732 - Berlin $17.99
  • LO2231 - Frankfurt $17.99
  • LO0783 - Germany $24.99
  • LO0557 - Munich $14.95
  • LO1952 - Vienna $14.99

    • GERMANY LARGE-FORMAT GUIDEBOOKS
    P. Krückmann. Softcover, 64 pp.
    Tour the beautiful palaces of Wittelsbach and Ludwig II in these large-format, colorful guidebooks, which include over 90 vivid photographs.

  • PRE3865 - Land of Ludwig II. $12.95 ISBN:9783791323862


    • LAMINATED POSTERS

    Bring Germany, Switzerland, and the Bavarian culture into your classroom or home through these full color laminated photographic posters! These will be your windows to the country side, festivals and culture.