A magnificent tribute to the great cathedrals of France, this book combines beautiful drawings by R. Garland with a detailed historical and descriptive account by Benjamin Winkles. From the soaring naves of Chartres and Notre Dame to the intricate stone carvings of Amiens and Rouen, these cathedrals are celebrated as both architectural wonders and cultural treasures. This volume is a must-have for anyone interested in French history, art, or architecture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.