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The Story Of Bruges

The Story Of Bruges

Gilliat-Smith, Ernest
Calvert, Edith

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ISBN10: 1163533157
ISBN13: 9781163533154
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 430
Weight: 1.76
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Story of Bruges is a historical book written by Ernest Gilliat-Smith. It provides a comprehensive account of the city of Bruges, which is located in the Flanders region of Belgium. The book covers the history of the city from its early beginnings as a small fishing village to its rise as a major trading center during the Middle Ages.The author examines the development of Bruges through the centuries, detailing the city's architecture, culture, and social customs. He also explores the impact of various historical events on the city's growth, such as the Hundred Years' War and the rise of the Hanseatic League.Readers will learn about the famous landmarks of Bruges, including the Belfry Tower, the Church of Our Lady, and the Groeningemuseum. The book also delves into the city's political and economic history, including its role in the Flemish Revolt and the decline of its once-thriving textile industry.Overall, The Story of Bruges is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of this beautiful and fascinating city.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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