“Louisbourg:Un Guide en Couleurs d’Histoire Vivant”

By: SusanBiagi

At theFortress of Louisbourg on Cape Breton Island, the 18th century comes alive!Here are the sights, sounds and sensations of life in a French military town inthe year 1744.

Travelthrough time with author and historian Susan Biagi as she relates thefascinating story of Louisbourg's birth, growth and eventual destruction. Hervivid descriptions of people, culture, fashions, food and politics provide arich context for Louisbourg's battle for supremacy in the New World. In thesepages you'll also find full-colour photographs of the site and its characters;a description of the ambitious restoration process that made Louisbourg one ofthe world's greatest outdoor museums; and a guide to nature walks andactivities in the area around the fortress. 

Louisbourgis both a compelling history and a comprehensive guide to the unique andpowerful experience of Louisbourg. The text includes a detailed map andhandsome photographs on every page.

*This is aFRENCH LANGUAGE edition. – 

The book issoftcover, 72 pages long, and was published in Halifax in 1997. The book is largeformat, measuring about 10 x 10 inches, and is used, but in very goodcondition. No writing, no missing or torn pages, and a clean cover & tightspine. Top bidder should add $5.99 postage in Canada, or $12.99 for mailing tothe USA. (I can mail this overseas as well, but please ask for a postagequote). I have other, similar books up for sale now, so please check them outtoo! Multiple books always combined to save on postage, & full refund ifyou’re not happy. Thanks for looking!