The Story Of Bruges

By Ernest Gilliat-Smith

Book Overview

The Story of Bruges is a comprehensive historical account of the Belgian city of Bruges, written by Ernest Gilliat-Smith. The book delves into the rich and fascinating history of Bruges, from its origins as a small fishing village to its rise as a major trading hub during the Middle Ages. The author explores the city's architecture, art, and culture, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the unique character of Bruges. The book also covers important events in the city's history, such as the Hundred Years' War and the rise of the Flemish movement. Through the use of primary sources and engaging storytelling, Gilliat-Smith brings to life the people and places that have shaped Bruges over the centuries. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Bruges or the broader history of Europe.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: 1432632108
• ISBN13: 9781432632106
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"