Castles And Chateaux Of Old Burgundy

A doorway to another century opens with Castles And Chateaux Of Old Burgundy. A rich, companionable journey through a landscape where stone and story mingle, inviting the armchair traveller as surely as the curious historian.Francis Miltoun's classic historical travelogue unfolds as an illustrated guidebook to medieval France, marrying architectural history with vivid cultural narrative. The text breathes as a living companion to the castles and feudal castles of Burgundy, weaving regional history with the textures of place, person, and period. It remains a radiant resource for history enthusiasts and lovers of medieval France, and a persuasive welcome for readers seeking a lyrical, well-informed tour of the Burgundy region and beyond to the Loire valley and related fortifications.This edition recognises the work's literary and historical significance, preserving its atmosphere while rendering it accessible to modern readers. It speaks to both casual readers and classic¿literature collectors alike, offering a tactile sense of discovery that feels immediate and personal. The result is more than a reprint-a collector's item and a cultural treasure that has been restored for today's and future generations.Out of print for decades, this volume returns under Alpha Editions with care and reverence. A genuine artefact of architectural history, historical travelogue and illustrated guidebook, it stands as a definitive compass for exploring burgundy regional history, medieval chateaux Burgundy, and the wider tapestry of medieval France for generations to come.