"Normandy: The Scenery & Romance of Its Ancient Towns, Part 2" by Gordon Home, is a travel book that explores the beautiful scenery, old buildings, and charming towns of Normandy in France. In this book, the author vividly paints a picture of places like Evreux, Lisieux, Falaise, and Bernay, bringing attention to what makes each town special and its place in history. Home guides the reader through impressive locations such as the Evreux cathedral, which showcases a mix of building designs, and the lovely, old-fashioned streets of Lisieux with their wooden houses. Important historical places, such as the grand castle in Falaise related to William the Conqueror and the spot where Henry II knelt, are also described along the travel. Home's writing style creates a romantic image of Normandy's historical places, giving readers a deeper understanding of the towns' landscapes and architecture, perfect for those who love travel or history.
Normandy: The Scenery & Romance of Its Ancient Towns, Part 2
By Gordon Home
Discover a forgotten age of castles, cathedrals, and timber-framed houses as you travel through the captivating towns of old Normandy.
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About the AuthorGordon Cochrane Home was an English landscape artist, writer, and illustrator.
Gordon Cochrane Home was an English landscape artist, writer, and illustrator.
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