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Brittany History |
Discovering History of Brittany
by Wendy Mewes
A concise account of the history of this extraordinary region. It offers a clear picture of a complex subject through the presentation of people and places that have coloured events from pre-historic times to the present day. Colour photographs and line drawings illustrate many aspects of Brittany’s historical heritage.
ISBN 978 0 9536001 5 1 Paperback, 128 pages £8.99 or 13€50 |
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| REVIEWS Wendy Mewes' illuminating book on Brittany is a must for those who have more than a passing interest in this unique part of France. Here, the difficult and often heroic history of its fiercely independent and religious people, as they suffer the attentions of a seemingly unending queue of predators, not least amongst whom are the rich and powerful in Paris, comes alive in a very clear and compelling way. All that one needs to know about the mysterious stone structures, Brittany's close Celtic connections with Cornwall, characters such as the brutal Conomor, the clever Salomon, the valiant Bertrand, the inspirational Anne of Brittany, not to mention the turbulent and chaotic times of the Revolution, is contained in little more than a hundred pages, with copious colour photos and black and white illustrations. This is the perfect companion not only for the visitor to Brittany but also for those who simply enjoy history presented with intelligence, erudition and clarity. Amazon review
...enlightens the reader on the indispensible elements in understanding Brittany today. Brit Mag
Unusually for a history book, this one is attractively presented with sketches and colour photos liberally scattered throughout its pages. It is readable too... For British families living in Brittany this book must be almost essential reading, and even those who (like ourselves) love this region and visit it frequently will probably find here lots of interesting snippets to add spice to their holidays. Amazon review |
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NANTES-BREST CANAL with
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| The full introduction traces the history of the canal from its origins in Napoleonic times and construction early in the 19th century, through a brief economic heyday and tragic decline, to today’s role as an outstanding leisure resource. Useful and interesting information about the canal and all its attributes is interspersed throughout the main part of the book, which is in the form of sectional maps of the canal and the towpath route. |
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