Author |
Home, Gordon, 1878-1969 |
Title |
Normandy: The Scenery & Romance of Its Ancient Towns, Part 1
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Alternate Title |
Normandy: The Scenery and Romance of Its Ancient Towns, Part 2
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Note |
Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Note |
Illustrated by the author.
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Credits |
Produced by Ted Garvin, Beth Trapaga and the Distributed Proofreading Team
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Summary |
"Normandy: The Scenery & Romance of Its Ancient Towns, Part 1" by Gordon Home is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This book serves as an evocative depiction of Normandy's geographical beauty and rich history, focusing on its ancient towns and their architecture. It transports the reader through charming landscapes, intricate details of historic sites, and the unique relationship between the region and its past connections with England. The book is structured into chapters that guide the reader through various locales in Normandy, such as Rouen, Mont St Michel, and the picturesque banks of the Seine. Home's writing combines vibrant descriptions with historical insights that paint a vivid picture of each town's cultural significance, architectural gems, and scenic beauty. With detailed observations of churches, castles, and countryside, readers gain a profound appreciation of Normandy's allure, along with a nostalgic exploration of its ancient landmarks that have stood the test of time. Overall, the thoughtful narrative and rich illustrations aim to evoke both appreciation and adventure for anyone considering a visit to this historic region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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Subject |
Normandy (France) -- Description and travel
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
8593 |
Release Date |
Aug 12, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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