Publisher's Synopsis
The Roof of France is a travelogue written by Matilda Betham-Edwards that explores the mountainous region of the French Alps. The book is a detailed account of her journey through the region, describing the natural beauty of the landscape and the unique culture of the people who live there. Betham-Edwards delves into the history of the area, discussing the impact of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars on the local communities. She also provides insights into the daily lives of the people she encounters, including farmers, shepherds, and craftsmen. The book is richly illustrated with sketches and photographs, providing a visual representation of the region's stunning scenery. Overall, The Roof of France is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the French Alps and its people.Here and there are patches of potatoes, buckwheat and rye, the yellow and green breaking the gray surface of the rocky waste; not a habitation, not a living creature, is in sight. Before us and around stretch desert upon desert of bare limestone, the nearer undulations cold and slaty in tone, the remoter taking the loveliest, warmest dyes --gold brown, deep orange, just tinted with crimson, reddish purple and pale rose. We are on the threshold of the true Caussien region. Sterility of soil, a Siberian climate, geographical isolation, here reach their climax, whilst at the base of these lofty calcareous tablelands lie sequestered valleys fertile fields and flowery gardens, oases of the Lozerien Sahara.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.
