Memories Of French Palaces (1871)

By Annie Emma Armstrong Challice

Book Overview

Memories Of French Palaces is a book written by Annie Emma Armstrong Challice in 1871. The book is a collection of personal memories and experiences of the author during her travels across France. Specifically, the book focuses on her visits to various French palaces, including the Palace of Versailles, Fontainebleau Palace, and the Tuileries Palace.Challice's writing style is descriptive and vivid, painting a picture of the grandeur and opulence of these historical palaces. She provides detailed descriptions of the architecture, interior design, and artwork found within each palace. Additionally, Challice includes anecdotes and historical information about the palaces and their former inhabitants, such as Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in French history, architecture, or art. It provides a unique perspective on these iconic palaces and the people who once inhabited them. Overall, Memories Of French Palaces is a fascinating read that transports the reader back in time to the height of French grandeur and splendor.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104193213
• ISBN13: 9781104193218
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"