Castles and Chateaux of Old Burgundy

This work surveys the castles, chateaux, and fortified towns of Burgundy and neighboring provinces through region-by-region chapters, combining architectural description, historical background of estates and owners, and travel impressions illustrated with on-site paintings. It traces stylistic features from medieval towers and ramparts to Renaissance residences, highlights notable civic and ecclesiastical monuments, and records local anecdotes about feudal institutions and evolving urban life. The narrative contrasts surviving medieval charm with modern intrusions while offering practical observations on layout, ornament, and preservation, making for a guided antiquarian tour of landscapes, towns, and mountain borderlands.