Histoire de Rouen (Classic Reprint)

A. Lefort

ISBN 10: 0243927312 / ISBN 13: 9780243927319

Published by Forgotten Books, 2017

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book chronicles the captivating history of Rouen, a city that bears the imprint of various civilizations. The author begins with the cityâ s origins, when it was a mere collection of huts inhabited by the VÃ locasses, a tribe belonging to the Belgae. Then, the Romans arrived, leaving their mark on the cityâ s urban plan and architecture, followed by the Franks, who brought Christianity to the region. The book also explores the Viking invasions, which shaped the cityâ s identity and led to the establishment of the Duchy of Normandy. Later, under the rule of William the Conqueror, Rouen experienced a period of prosperity, becoming a major trading hub and a center of learning. The author delves into the cityâ s medieval era, shedding light on its role in the Hundred Years' War and its eventual incorporation into the French kingdom. Throughout the book, the author weaves together historical events, architectural descriptions, and social and cultural anecdotes, providing a multifaceted portrait of Rouen. This book offers a rich tapestry of history, architecture, and culture, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the fascinating story of this ancient city. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Histoire de Rouen (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: French
• ISBN 10: 0243927312
• ISBN 13: 9780243927319
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Books in French

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Synopsis

Excerpt from Histoire de Rouen

Rappelez-vous que la France, ce champion de la bonne cause, peut être blessée dans la lutte, mais qu'elle est destinée à rempo fter le triomphe définitif.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.