Excerpt from Falaise, the Town of the Conqueror
From the days when Romans made of Nor mandy a delightful Roman province to the reign of the Great Napoleon, there has been no century in which Falaise has not contributed a brilliant or important chapter to French history.
Lying somewhat apart from the high-roads of tourist travel, this interesting and beautiful town is but little known.
Fully to write its history would be to write the histories of Normandy and of France The present volume is an attempt merely to outline the town''s earlier military importance, to trace its growth in commercial prosperity, and to describe the charm of its modern aspect.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers back to the 11th century, taking them on a fascinating historical excursion to a town significant in the development of Normandy and France. The medieval town of Falaise, and a fair held within it that has endured for nearly a millennium, are the cornerstones of this adventure. Through captivating imagery, the author invites readers to experience the sights, sounds, and smells of an authentic medieval fair. This book is a delightful read for any curious about the intricacies of human progress woven through the threads of time and a testament to the vibrancy of historical tradition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330656136_0
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