Québec, fortified town from the 17th to the 19th century

One of 200 numbered copies of this book - this is book nr. 25.

A very detailed description of the history and development of the fortifications of Québec, Canada - between the 17th and 19th century.  The book describes every aspect imaginable of the fortifications - political, military, economical, architectural, historical.

The history of the fortifications is described in great detail - who built them, for what purpose, when and how. The different ideas and theories of that time on fortifications is described. Buidling techniques and - materials. The different eras - French, English and their specific characteristics.

The individual fortifications are described and pictured with the help of HUNDREDS of photos, drawings, plans and maps - old as well as new, many in colour. Written in French entirely - beautifully and lavishly illustrated. The book and its original slipcase are AS NEW - with a handwritten message of the mayor of Québec for his French collegue of Strasbourg.