Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282961208 ISBN 13: 9780282961206
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book charts the previously unrecognized history of the Chamonix Valley from its founding religious community in the 11th century to the mid-18th century. The author's in-depth research reveals the valley was not isolated and dangerous as previously believed. Drawing upon previously unseen archives, original deeds, and proclamations, the book challenges the commonly held idea that English travelers "discovered" the valley in the 1740s. Instead, it shows the valley had regular contact with its neighbors, including frequent visits from Geneva's bishops. The book offers fresh insights into the Chamonix Valley's history and corrects long-held misconceptions, making it essential reading for anyone interested in the region's past and present. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282961208 ISBN 13: 9780282961206
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282961208 ISBN 13: 9780282961206
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.