Publisher's Synopsis
Lille: Before And During The War (1919) is a historical book published by Michelin And Company. The book is an account of the city of Lille, France, before and during World War I. The book provides a detailed description of the city's history, architecture, and culture before the war. It also includes information about the city's occupation by German forces during the war and the subsequent liberation by Allied forces.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of the city's history. The first chapter provides an overview of Lille's history, including its founding and development over the centuries. The following chapters focus on the city's architecture, art, and culture, highlighting its many museums, galleries, and landmarks.The book also includes a chapter on the city's industry and commerce, detailing its thriving textile and manufacturing industries. This chapter also covers the impact of the war on Lille's economy, including the destruction of many factories and businesses.The final chapters of the book describe the city's occupation by German forces and the subsequent liberation by Allied forces. These chapters provide a detailed account of the battles that took place in and around Lille, as well as the impact of the war on the city's residents.Overall, Lille: Before And During The War (1919) is a comprehensive historical account of one of France's most important cities. It provides readers with a detailed understanding of Lille's history, culture, and economy, as well as its experiences during one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history.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.
