The Great History of Notre-Dame

An illustrated encyclopedic book for young readers from the age of 7, designed to explore the history of our beautiful Notre-Dame Cathedral. And not just any history: The Great History of the cathedral explained to children, like a grand imaginary journey through chronicles spanning several centuries. A documentary book to understand Notre-Dame, tracing its original construction in the Middle Ages to its reopening in 2024.

This book was created for the reopening of the cathedral after 5 years of renovation. It’s an opportunity to reveal the latest resurrection of Notre-Dame and the exceptional restoration project explained to children. To ensure accuracy, this encyclopedia has been reviewed by a specialist in the history of the monument to guarantee the scientific validity of the documentary.

Summary of the book for children:

In this encyclopedia, children explore how the most visited cathedral in France — indeed, the most visited site in France — has become one of the iconic symbols of the Parisian capital, from its construction to its restoration. In this educational illustrated book, children (and their parents) will discover three sections: the birth of the cathedral and its first construction; 107 years of work, revealing life on the construction site; and the distinctive elements of Notre-Dame, such as the western façade, the rose window, the gargoyles, the stained glass windows, and the bells. Chronological chapters are presented on one or two pages, enhanced by beautiful double-page illustrations. The 64 pages offer a comprehensive overview while remaining suitable for a young audience, without overwhelming them with content.

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More about the book:

✔ Publisher: Bayard Jeunesse - Series: Mon encyclo

✔ Author: Sophie Bordet-Petillon / Illustrator: Marygribouille

✔ Target Audience: Children ages 7 to 11

✔ Dimensions: L 225 × H 275 mm

✔ 64 pages

✔ Presentation: Hardcover

✔ Publication Date: 10/02/2024

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