German publisher who established a series of guidebooks in 1829. a type of book providing information for tourists visiting a particular country, originally produced in the 19th century by Karl Baedeker
any of a series of travel guidebooks published by the German firm founded by Karl Baedeker German publisher of a series of travel guidebooks (1801-1859)
born Nov. 3, 1801, Essen, Duchy of Oldenburg died Oct. 4, 1859, Koblenz, Prussia German publisher. The son of a printer and bookseller, Baedeker started a firm at Koblenz in 1827 that became known for its guidebooks. His aim was to give travelers the practical information necessary to enable them to dispense with paid guides. A notable feature of the books was the use of "stars" to indicate objects and views of special interest and to designate reliable hotels. By the time of his death much of Europe had been covered by his guidebooks. Under the ownership of his sons the firm expanded to include French and English editions
baedeker
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Bae·de·ker
Турецкое произношение
beydıkır
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/ˈbādəkər/ /ˈbeɪdəkɜr/
Этимология
[ 'bA-di-k&r, 'be- ] (noun.) 1924. Karl Baedeker died 1859 German publisher of guidebooks.