The Roof of France; Or, the Causses of the Lozère
1889
The Roof of France; Or, the Causses of the Lozère
1889
French Literature, Travel Writing
Published in 1889, 'The Roof of France; Or, the Causses of the Lozère' by Matilda Betham-Edwards is a travel narrative that explores the lesser-known landscapes of Lozère, France. The book vividly describes the striking limestone plateaus, known as the Causses, alongside the fertile valleys, while detailing the author's journey from Le Puy to Mende. It offers insights into the region's unique geological features and the resilient peasant communities, blending adventure with cultural observations of rural France.
