The Story of Chartres by Cecil Headlam
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"The Story of Chartres" by Cecil Headlam is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the rich and intricate history of Chartres, particularly focusing on its renowned Cathedral, its religious significance, and the evolution of the city from ancient Druidic times through Roman rule and into the Middle Ages. At the start of the narrative, the author vividly describes the geographical setting of Chartres, nestled in
the Beauce region, and highlights its significance as a spiritual center since antiquity. The opening chapter introduces the religious traditions associated with Chartres, tracing the lineage of worship from Druidic practices to early Christian establishments. Headlam draws connections between historical events and local legends, illustrating how the city's past has shaped its identity, particularly its veneration for the Virgin Mary, as seen through the veneration of the crypt under the Cathedral, which housed early Christian martyrs. This foundation sets the stage for an exploration of the various transformations and challenges the city faced throughout its storied history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Headlam, Cecil, 1872-1934 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Railton, Herbert, 1857-1910 |
| Title | The Story of Chartres |
| Series Title | 02015771 |
| Series Title | Mediæval town series |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Chartres (France) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46662 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-46662-0 |
| Release Date | Aug 23, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1600 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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