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100 1 _aHome, Gordon,
_d1878-1969
245 1 0 _aNormandy: The Scenery & Romance of Its Ancient Towns, Part 1
246 1 _aNormandy: The Scenery and Romance of Its Ancient Towns, Part 2
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aIllustrated by the author.
500 _aRelease date is 2004-08-12
508 _aProduced by Ted Garvin, Beth Trapaga and the Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNormandy (France) -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8593
999 _c50575
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