Chateau And Country Life In France (1908)

""Chateau and Country Life in France"" is a book written by Mary King Waddington and published in 1908. The book is a personal account of the author's experiences living in France, specifically in the Loire Valley region, during the late 19th century. Waddington was the wife of William Henry Waddington, a British diplomat who served as the French Prime Minister from 1879 to 1880. The book provides a detailed description of the Waddington's life in their chateau, which was located in the small village of Ch�����teau-sur-Loire. Waddington writes about the daily routines and traditions of the French aristocracy, including their social events, their relationships with the local peasants, and their love for hunting and fishing. She also describes the architecture and decoration of the chateau, as well as the surrounding countryside and its natural beauty.In addition to the personal anecdotes, the book also provides insights into the political and social climate of France during the late 19th century. Waddington discusses the impact of the Franco-Prussian War on the country, as well as the rise of the Third Republic and the changing attitudes towards the aristocracy.Overall, ""Chateau and Country Life in France"" is a fascinating account of a bygone era and provides a unique perspective on French history and culture.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.