THE Rough Guide History of France (Paperback)

France has been one of Europe's great political powers for many centuries, while French culture has exerted an influence right around the globe. The Rough Guide Chronicle provides a concise overview of both these aspects of the country's history, tracing the story of France from its pre-Roman beginnings, through the years of the Revolution, to the present day. Featuring a continuous time-line, sidebars on the Lascaux caves, the Cathars, Voltaire, De Gaulle and a host of other topics, plus dozens of illustrations and quotations, The Rough Guide Chronicle is a vital reference for travellers and students alike.