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100 1 _aHome, Gordon,
_d1878-1969
245 1 0 _aNormandy: The Scenery & Romance of Its Ancient Towns, Part 2
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 _aHTML version produced by David Widger from the text provided by Ted Garvin, Beth Trapaga and the Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Normandy: The Scenery & Romance of Its Ancient Towns, Part 2" by Gordon Home is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This book offers a detailed exploration of the picturesque landscapes, historic architecture, and romantic towns of Normandy, France. The author provides a vivid description of various towns, including Evreux, Lisieux, Falaise, and Bernay, highlighting their unique features and rich histories while inviting readers to appreciate their serene beauty. In this second part of his work, Home takes readers on a journey through the charming and ancient towns of Normandy, capturing the essence of each location through his lens. He describes the stunning cathedral of Evreux with its blend of architectural styles and the quaint streets of Lisieux lined with timeless timber-framed houses. The narrative flows leisurely as he recounts notable landmarks such as Falaise's imposing castle associated with William the Conqueror and the historical significance of sites like the stone where Henry II knelt for absolution. Home's prose paints a romantic tableau of Normandy's historical sites, enriching readers' understanding of the towns' landscapes and architectural beauty, making it a compelling read for both history enthusiasts and travel lovers alike. (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/8594
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