Wanderings by the Seine - Softcover

From Rouen To The Source

 
9781332807864: Wanderings by the Seine

Synopsis

This book is a historical adventure through the Seine Valley from Rouen to the source of the river. The author journeys from Rouen to Paris by a passage steamboat to begin and although slow, the river offers a beautiful panoramic view of the land. The author emphasizes that to fully appreciate the valley and towns along the way, one must travel on land to appreciate the beauty. Follow the author's lead through Normandy and back in time to the building of Chateau Gaillard, or Castle Insolent, in the late 12th century. The book is of particular interest to those who want historical background of the towns, castles, and people who have passed through the valley over the centuries.

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