A good travel book but I'm never going to France and I'm not that interested in architecture and I found out I know nothing about French history. But it actually was pretty interesting. ( )

If you are into French History then this book is for you. I would presonally use it as a travel guide when in that area. Very nicely captures the history of France from the 12th to the late 19th centuries through it's various architectural wonders still extant like Cathederals, Chateaux, Palaces, Forts. The criteria being, all of these should be a day trip from Paris not requiring an overnight stay.

If you are into French History then this book is for you. I would presonally use it as a travel guide when in that area. Very nicely captures the history of France from the 12th to the late 19th centuries through it's various architectural wonders still extant like Cathederals, Chateaux, Palaces, Forts. The criteria being, all of these should be a day trip from Paris not requiring an overnight stay.

An extended guide book outining day trips from Paris. Much more than that though, it would be of interest to anyone wishing to brush up on world history. Caro has extensively researched the most colorful French historical figures and invites you to understand the context of their rise and fall as well as their architectural legacy. ( )

The train never went to Champagne. ( )