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Switzerland is a remarkable country, half of whose territory lies in the Alps. This is the history of one Swiss alpine village. Raising cattle and making cheese brought modest wealth to its struggling peasants until a destructive Napoleonic invasion brought revolution and poverty. Well-being was slowly restored by a democratic unification of Switzerland. The Alps took on a romantic tourist glow in the Edwardian age and after the disruptions of two world wars the highland farmers and guest house keeps began to prosper.

Set aside your preconceptions of postcard scenery, chocolate and cheese, faceless bankers, and spotless cities. The real Switzerland is anything but bland. This small, multilingual, and fiercely independent country at the heart of Europe is full of surprises. Culture Smart! Switzerland reveals the human dimension of this enigmatic country. It provides a historical overview, explores Swiss values and attitudes, and looks at the cultural continuity of festivals and traditions.

After 40+ years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite memories together into one inspiring collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories. Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love...

In this short essay, Mark Twain discusses the patriot William Tell, the city of Interlaken, and the Jungfrau mountain. He describes the beauty of the landscape with great admiration.

The Rhine is one of the world's greatest rivers. Once forming the outer frontier of the Roman Empire, it flows 800 miles from the social democratic playground of the Netherlands, through the industrial and political powerhouses of Germany and France, to the wealthy mountain fortresses of Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

Robbie Steinhardt lives a peaceful life. A fixture of his small alpine village, he tends cattle, minds his own business, and doesn’t dwell on his former life and the family and lover he left behind—back when he was Mac Dekker, CIA. But when he learns his son Will died following in his footsteps, he needs answers. What mission took Will up into the alpine heights, and why is Ilya Ivashka on the same trail? Ilya—his close friend, his rival in love. Ilya, who framed Mac for treason and sent him into hiding.

Discover the hidden secrets that lie beneath Switzerland’s serene landscapes. Unsolved Mysteries of Switzerland: Murders, Mysteries, and the Paranormal by Theodore F. Johnboro takes you on a captivating journey through the unexplained events that have baffled investigators, stirred up local folklore, and lingered in the shadows of Swiss history.

Join me in this sequel to the Popular High Horizons alpine travel book as I criss-cross Switzerland discovering its rich and varied history, cultural secrets and magnificent scenery. Up and down the Rhine, the Rhone, the Aare, over the high passes and into some of the hidden valleys. This book offers many insights into how Switzerland came to exist, its resourceful people and its unique achievements, framed in a series of 10 journeys across the country.

What really happened to the billions of dollars worth of gold seized by Nazi Germany? What role did the Swiss government play and what are the implications of neutrality during wartime? The author addresses these questions, presents the case for and against Switzerland, and applies the lessons learned from World War II to the broader issue of companies - and countries - profiting during wartime.

TOURING SWITZERLAND BY TRAIN: THE ULTIMATE SWITZERLAND TRAVEL GUIDE WITH SCENIC RAIL JOURNEYS AND EASY ITINERARIES Discover the easiest, most beautiful way to explore Switzerland — by train. Dreaming of Switzerland — but unsure how to plan it without expensive tours, mountain driving, or complicated logistics? Touring Switzerland by Train shows you how to explore the country independently using one of the most efficient and scenic rail networks in the world. Switzerland’s superb trains, welcoming hospitality culture, and well-connected towns make it one of the easiest countries in ...

History of a Six Weeks' Tour (1817) is a volume of travel-writing by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley. Comprising prose narrative, correspondence, and poetry, it is a highly engaging account of their 'adventures and feelings' during two journeys from England to Switzerland at the end of the Napoleonic Wars.

There is far more to Switzerland than beautiful scenery, chocolate, watches, faceless bankers, and spotless cities. The real Switzerland is full of surprises and anything but bland. This small, rugged, landlocked country at the heart of Europe has been a confederation since the first three cantons came together in a defensive alliance in 1291. Four national languages are spoken within its borders. Its present 26 cantons are largely autonomous and retain their individual characters.

Want to see the best of Switzerland? This basic guide is all you need! Traveling can be tricky. Do you want to ski in the Alps, savor Swiss chocolate, or explore charming old towns? We've got you covered! No more stress, just fun and adventure! With the Switzerland Guide by Helena Weiss, you'll have almost everything you need. This guide makes planning super simple with tips and advice. From top spots to hidden gems, it's all here to help you! Discover what to do in top cities like Zurich, Geneva, and more. Uncover hidden gems such as Lauterbrunnen and Appenzell. Find the best hikes, ski ...

Switzerland is a tourist country full of magnificent wonders with an amazing array of landscapes extending from the vast mountains to the rolling valleys. It is a country blessed with many authentic villages, modern ski resorts, old towns, and urban cities. Let this audiobook guide you to the many places you must see in Switzerland to make your visit a life-changing experience.

In neutral Switzerland, peace was a lie—and she was about to uncover the cost. Her father’s bank is quietly smuggling Nazi gold, but her faith demands a reckoning. Now she must choose: loyalty, or the truth that could destroy them both. 1942, Geneva. Liesl von Hohenberg has lived a life of quiet luxury behind polished doors—until a chance encounter at a war refugee shelter shatters her illusions. Volunteering at her mother’s insistence to rebuild her reputation after breaking off an engagement to her father’s ambitious protégé, Liesl never expected to find purpose—or danger—...

World War Two Switzerland is neutral, but Anna isn't. Her mother's German, her friends are Jewish and when she turns forger, she risks being FRAMED. Anna Schmidt loves Germany and despises Hitler. The ruthless German dictator has banned much of the art that Anna adores. Picking up her paintbrush, she preserves stolen Jewish treasures by embarking on a mission of danger. Under the cover of darkness, Anna crosses the border into Germany and evades Nazis. Her paintings must fill one criterion: perfection. Anything less will capture the unwanted attention of the notorious Nazi examiner and risk...

The year is 1939 and Europe is hurtling toward war. Paul Muller is an intelligence agent trying to fend off threats from Germany, but also from Britain and France. Secret agreements reveal unexpected danger and new menacing entanglements as Switzerland becomes a target in the impending conflict. Muller uncovers plots and schemes to gain advantage by ruse and ploy—and violence.

Inspector Agnes Lüthi, a Swiss-American police officer in Lausanne, Switzerland, has just transferred to the Violent Crimes unit from Financial Crimes to try to shed all reminders of her old life following her husband's death. Now, on the eve of the worst blizzard Lausanne has seen in centuries, Agnes has been called to investigate her very first homicide case. On the lawn of the grand Château Vallotton, at the edge of Lac Leman, a young woman has been found stabbed to death.

It is 2019. 500 years ago this year, Ulrich Zwingli began to preach verse by verse, chapter by chapter, from the Book of Matthew, at the Großmünster Church in Zürich, Switzerland. The result was a new birth of biblical church worship, preaching, and government, and the origin of the Reformed Churches. This book summarizes events and historical figures the loomed large in the Protestant Reformation from Luther and Melancthon, Zwingli, Calvin, Farel, and Knox. It covers the German and Swiss Reformations distinctly.

THIS IS A CHRISTMAS SHORT STORY It’s 2019 and Bill Jedburgh, no longer the Reliable Man but still a gun for hire, has one last assignment to complete before he can eat his Christmas dinner. As he traverses the Swiss alps in search of his quarry, a carol forces him to remember the ghosts of past kills. But will a partridge in a pear tree elude him?