Karl Baedeker (Firm)

German, active 1827 - 1948

Biographyhttp://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n50051601
found: nuc90-14193: Süddeutschland [MI] 1901 (hdg. on MiU rept.: Karl Baedeker (Firm); usage: K. Baedeker)
found: Information from 678 converted Dec. 17, 2014 (established 1827)
German publisher and pioneer in the business of worldwide travel guides. The guides, often referred to simply as "Baedekers" (a term sometimes used to refer to similar works from other publishers, or travel guides in general), contain, among other things, maps and introductions; information about routes and travel facilities; and descriptions of noteworthy buildings, sights, attractions and museums, written by specialists.

Person TypeInstitution

Last Updated8/7/24

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