The Story of Brussels (Illustrated)

A beautifully written, richly illustrated book about the history of Brussels during the Middle Ages. Excellent, broad in scope, and specific in detail, this eBook is perfect for those interested in discovering more about life in medieval towns, especially a large town like Brussels.

Contents include:

In the Days before Brussels was Built
The Norsemen and Louvain
The House of Long Col
The Making of the Duchy of Brabant
The Rise of Brussels and Louvain
The Serfs of St. Peter
The greater and the lesser Folk
The Coelveren and the Blankarden
Peter Coutherele
The Peace of 1383
Reform versus Revolution
Everard T'Serclaes
Liberty at Last
The Trials of Jacqueline
Buildings and Builders—Romanesque Architecture
Buildings and Builders (continued)
Pictures and Painters
Conclusion