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100 1 _aGilliat-Smith, Ernest
245 1 4 _aThe Story of Brussels
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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490 1 _aMediæval town series
500 _aRelease date is 2013-11-30
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Martin Mayer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Story of Brussels" by Ernest Gilliat-Smith is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the rich and intricate history of Brussels, particularly in the context of the Flemish provinces of Belgium and their development during the medieval era. It delves into the intertwined narratives of Brussels and Louvain, detailing their evolution from primitive settlements to prominent urban centers notable for their commerce and culture. The opening of the text introduces the origins of Brussels amidst its geographical landscape of marsh and wood, likely derived from its name meaning "manor in the marsh." The author reflects on the historical obscurities surrounding its foundation while emphasizing the transformations that have taken place over the centuries, particularly during the medieval period. Gilliat-Smith sets the stage for discussions about influential figures—saints and leaders alike—who played pivotal roles in shaping the culture and society of Brussels. He highlights the contributions of contemporary witnesses like artworks and written records, hinting at a tapestry of life that includes mundane and sacred experiences of past inhabitants crucial to understanding the city's evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBrussels (Belgium)
700 1 _aGilliat-Smith, Guy
700 1 _aKimball, Katharine,
_d1866-1949
830 0 _aMediæval town series
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44314
999 _c85153
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