The Draughts Of The Most Remarkable Fortified Towns Of Europe (1701)

The Draughts Of The Most Remarkable Fortified Towns Of Europe is a book written by Abel Boyer in 1701. The book is a collection of detailed drawings and descriptions of the fortified towns of Europe. The author, Abel Boyer, was a French-English historian, journalist, and lexicographer who was known for his works on European history and geography.The book contains over 100 illustrations of fortified towns, including maps, plans, and elevations. Each illustration is accompanied by a detailed description of the town's defenses, including its walls, gates, towers, and other fortifications. The descriptions also include information on the history and significance of each town, as well as its strategic importance in the context of European warfare.The book covers a wide range of fortified towns, from well-known cities like Paris and Vienna to lesser-known towns like Luxembourg and Kehl. The illustrations are highly detailed and provide a unique insight into the architecture and engineering of European fortifications during the 17th and 18th centuries.Overall, The Draughts Of The Most Remarkable Fortified Towns Of Europe is a valuable resource for historians, architects, and anyone interested in European history and architecture. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of European fortifications during a time of war and upheaval.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.